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Latest Reviews

Philips 65OLED984 review

By What Hi-Fi?

The best of Philips meets the best of B&W and the results are exceptional.

Audio-Technica ATH-AWAS Zakura review

By What Hi-Fi?

Audio-Technica’s ATH-AWAS Zakuras deliver a premium sound, but they tend to favour analysis over the dramatic.

Stax SR-009S / SRM-700S review

By Australian Hi-Fi

The SR-009S electrostatic headphones and SRM-700S headphone driver from Stax are a premium duo, but certainly on the pricier side of things.

Tribit Audio Stormbox Micro review

By What Hi-Fi?

If an eight-hour battery life doesn’t put you off, there’s a lot to enjoy – but can Tribit beat the top budget Bluetooth speakers?

Cleer Audio Ally Plus review

By What Hi-Fi?

These AirPod rivals have class-leading features at a budget price but, unfortunately, the sound quality comes up short.

LG OLED55CX 55-inch OLED TV review

By What Hi-Fi?

The 55-inch CX is arguably the most important TV of 2020, but will it buckle under the weight of expectation?

Audio-Technica AT-OC9XEN review

By What Hi-Fi?

Audio-Technica’s moving coil cartridge has morphed into a five-strong range, starting with the AT-OC9XEN step-up model.

Hisense 55U7QFTUK review

By What Hi-Fi?

Hisense's picture performance is undermined by poor motion handling – there are better sets around for the price.

Creative SXFI Theater review

By What Hi-Fi?

Creative’s headphones are aimed at gamers, but with their surround-sound tech, could they have a wider appeal?

LG OLED48CX 48-inch OLED TV review

By What Hi-Fi?

LG has produced the first sub-50in OLED of the 4K era – and it’s just as brilliant as we’d hoped.

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Latest News

PlayStation 5: Sony reveals PS5 consoles and games

By Andy Madden

Sony has taken the wraps off two new PS5 consoles, Pulse 3D Wireless Headset, HD camera and a PS5 Media Remote.

Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones spotted in leaked video

By What Hi-Fi?

The eagerly-anticipated Sony XM4 wireless headphones make their (unofficial) debut.

Google Pixel 4a now official! Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 coming "this fall"

Google Pixel 4a is official, Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 coming soon

By Becky Roberts

Meet Google's latest midrange phone, the Pixel 4a, the long-awaited follow-up to the midrange Pixel 3a.

Fine Sounds UK launches as high-end distributor for Sonus faber and McIntosh

By Becky Roberts

The new high-end audio distributor is a joint venture between McIntosh Group and McIntosh Laboratory’s UK distributor of 15 years, Jordan Acoustics.

Apple confirms iPhone 12 release will be delayed by "a few weeks"

iPhone 12 release date will be delayed "a few weeks", says Apple

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple confirmed the rumours in an earnings call, with the new 5G iPhone release now set for October.

Philips Fidelio X3 and SHP9600 headphones set for September release

By Becky Scarrott

Philips first announced the Fidelio X3 back in September 2019, but 2020 has been an unusual year for all of us.

Hurry! Save 35 per cent on Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones

Save 35% on Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones

By What Hi-Fi?

Deals Sony's excellent headphones are now even more excellent value, now just $227 at NewEgg....

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iFi expands Zen range with Zen Can: an affordable analogue headphone amp

By Becky Scarrott

As well as a headphone amp, the iFi Can could double as a preamp to feed a power amp and speakers or a pair of active speakers.

Mackie expands MP Series pro in-ears to include three multiple-driver models

By Becky Scarrott

Clear enclosures, a new Bluetooth adapter (bought separately) and triple dynamic, triple Knowles balanced and quad Knowles balanced armature designs.

Marantz NR1711: an affordable and slimline 8K AV receiver

By Becky Roberts

The slimline NR1711 packs next-gen audio and video technologies into a chassis that's almost half the height of a standard AV amplifier.

Dolby and Avid encourage indie artists to create Dolby Atmos Music

By Becky Roberts

New AvidPlay tool lets artists self-distribute their music in Dolby Atmos to Amazon Music and Tidal.

Here are the Sony TVs ‘Ready for PlayStation5’

Sony TVs that support 4K/120fps are being tagged ‘Ready for PlayStation5’

By Becky Roberts

Sony wants you to know which of its current Bravia TVs are optimal for PS5 gameplay...

Meet IRIS Headphones: the latest in immersive wireless technology?

By Becky Scarrott

IRIS says its patented technology brings you 'back to the room where the music was originally recorded', for immersive sound from all audio.

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Latest Advice

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: specs, power, features, pricing and controllers compared

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: specs, price and features compared

By What Hi-Fi?

Sony and Microsoft are both launching 8K games consoles in 2020 – but how do they compare?

How to set up and position your speakers

By Andrew Murphy

Make sure your speakers are set up and positioned correctly in order to really hear them at their best.

PS5: price and pre-orders for the PlayStation 5

PS5 price and pre-orders: how much will the PlayStation 5 cost?

By Dan Sung

PS5 price predictions and when we can expect PS5 pre-orders, deals and bundles.

PS5: release date, specs and news for the PlayStation 5

By Dan Sung, Tom Parsons

Updated The PS5 is Sony's next-generation games console and we have all the latest news on the release date, specs and features.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 (Galaxy Buds Live): price, features, release date, leaks, news

By What Hi-Fi?

Samsung's third shot at its true wireless Buds (after the Galaxy Buds and the Galaxy Buds Plus) are expected to be different.

Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 vs QuietComfort 35 II: which is better?

Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 vs Bose QuietComfort 35 II: which is better?

By What Hi-Fi?

ADVICE Two pairs of Bose wireless noise-cancelling headphones, but which is right pair for you?

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Walmart Plus: price, release date, and all the details on Walmart+ membership

By What Hi-Fi?

Walmart is set to take on Amazon Prime with Walmart Plus, its own membership program, offering discounts and special deals.

Premier League live stream: how to watch the final day wherever you are

Premier League live stream: how to watch the final day action wherever you are

By What Hi-Fi?

Whether you want to watch Premier League football on your phone, tablet or computer, we round up all your options.

Sony WH-1000XM3 tips, tricks and advice

By Andy Madden

ADVICE Our guide to help you get the best from Sony's excellent, noise-cancelling WH-1000XM3 headphones.

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Latest Features

20 of the best live albums to test your speakers

By Becky Roberts

If your itch for live music needs to be scratched, and you aren't prepared to turn down an excuse to give your hi-fi system a proper run out, track down these exceptional live albums...

iPhone 12: price, design, release date, leaks and news

By Joe Svetlik

The iPhone 12 is expected to launch in a matter of weeks, so naturally lots of rumours have surfaced about what we can expect from the next iPhone...

Here's an excellent hi-fi system combining vinyl and streaming

By Jonathan Evans

After a complete stereo system that allows for vinyl playback and music streaming? Let us be your guide....

18 of the best film scenes to test picture quality

By Becky Roberts, Dan Sung

Feature Looking for film scenes to demo a new projector or TV? We have a selection...

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B&W 606 vs 607 speakers: which should you buy?

By Ketan Bharadia

We compare and contrast B&W's 606 speakers with their little brothers, the 607s, to find out which is the better buy.

Xbox Series X showcase: 5 questions left unanswered about the new Xbox

Xbox Series X games showcase: 5 big questions left unanswered

By Andy Madden

Xbox revealed more about its upcoming games line-up for the Series X, but we'd still like a few key questions answering.

25 of the best 1980s albums to test your speakers

By Andrew Murphy

We've put together some of the best albums from the 1980s to test your hi-fi system at home.

Listen to the What Hi-Fi? playlist 2020

By Andrew Murphy

Every time a new issue of What Hi-Fi? is published, we update our playlist (on Deezer, Qobuz, Spotify and Tidal) with music we've been listening to in the last month. So please, join us.

Enjoy CDs and streaming with this complete digital hi-fi system

By Jonathan Evans

Get the best of both digital worlds with this CD and streaming system

20 best pop songs to test your speakers

By Becky Scarrott

"I've never believed that pop music is escapist trash. There's always a darkness in it, even amidst great pop music" – Thom Yorke.

Here's a brilliant turntable, tablet and wireless speaker system

By Jonathan Evans

Building a hi-fi system requires knowing which components work well together. Let us be your guide, with these 13 super systems to suit a variety of listening preferences and budgets.

Spotify Hi-Fi was teased three years ago – so where is it? And do we even need it now?

Where is Spotify Hi-Fi? And do we still want a lossless Spotify tier?

By Becky Roberts

With Amazon, Tidal and Qobuz flying the flag for hi-res streaming, has the moment passed for the music service?

Latest Best Buys

Best outdoor speakers 2020: portable, wireless, waterproof

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Up your daily garden exercise game with a wireless outdoor speaker.

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Best desktop computer speakers 2020

By Andy Madden

Best Buys The best desktop computer speakers will make a small room or home office that much more pleasant.

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Best wireless headphones 2020

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Fed up of getting tangled in wires? These days, the best wireless headphones offer convenience without sacrificing performance.

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Best speaker systems 2020: budget to premium, 5.1 and Dolby Atmos

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys For the full home cinema experience, you'll need one of these super surround sound systems in your lounge.

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Best hi-fi systems 2020: micro, hi-fi, vinyl

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden

Best buys A hefty stack of hi-fi separates not practical? Then you should consider an all-in-one audio system instead.

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Best Bluetooth speakers 2020

By Becky Scarrott, Joe Cox

Best Buys We've gathered together the best Bluetooth speakers your money can buy, so you don't have to.

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Best speakers 2020: budget to premium stereo speakers

By Joe Cox

Best Buys Upgrade your home music system with our selection of the best speakers you can buy.

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Best speaker cables 2020: budget and premium audio cables

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Don't let the humble looks fool you – your speaker cable is one of the heroes of your system. And it's one of the most cost-effective upgrades you'll ever make.

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Best OLED TVs 2020: the best budget and premium OLED TVs

Best OLED TV 2020: the best budget and premium OLED TVs

By Andy Madden

Best Buys The best OLED TVs deliver stunning and immersive 4K pictures we've ever seen. Here are our favourites.

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Best Bluetooth turntables: budget to premium

Best Bluetooth record players: budget to premium plate spinners

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Whether you're after a budget Bluetooth record player or a just-add-speakers system, we have you covered.

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Best multi-room systems 2020: one system to rule them all

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The convenience of a multi-room system has always been obvious – and now the best are capable of great sound too.

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Best Bose headphones 2020: in-ear, over-ear, noise-cancelling

Best Bose headphones 2020: noise-cancelling and wireless

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Bose offers an impressive range of headphones, offering noise-cancelling and Bluetooth from earbuds and over-ears.

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