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LG OLED65G1 OLED Evo TV review

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The G1 is currently the only way to get LG’s new 'OLED Evo’ OLED panel – so should you buy one?

Franco Serblin Accordo Essence review

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The immaculately made Franco Serblin Accordo Essence deliver a poised and insightful sound to stir your musical soul.

Apple TV 4K (2021) review

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It has only had the mildest of upgrades, but that’s enough for the new Apple TV 4K to remain top of the video streamers.

Sony WF-1000XM4 review

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Sony’s premium wireless earbuds had a hard act to follow, but the WF-1000XM4 are a cut above the competition.

Yamaha A-S3200 review

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The Yamaha A-S3200's retro-styled exterior hides a thoroughly modern amplifier packed with ability.

Xgimi Halo review

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This well-built and powerful portable projector is bright enough for any situation.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series review

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Google Pixel Buds A-Series are a fine-sounding true wireless earbud option at the budget end of the market.

Sony XR-65A90J OLED TV review

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The 55-inch A90J was a stone-cold OLED stunner – can the 65-inch model follow suit?

Samsung HW-Q800A review

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The HW-Q800A is a muscular Dolby Atmos soundbar with a powerful sub and intelligent features.

THX Onyx review

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THX’s first consumer electronics product is an ambitious portable USB-C DAC with a neat design and vast file support.

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New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: a turntable-heavy analogue system special

By Becky Scarrott

Our July issue includes top separates to make your vinyl sing, reviews of all the latest hi-fi kit, and much more...

Beats Studio Buds are noise-cancelling, AirPods-rivalling true wireless earbuds

By What Hi-Fi?

After a string of leaks, the latest Beats noise-cancelling earbuds have landed. They're cheaper than Apple's AirPods Pro, too.

Razer’s Opus X are affordable wireless gaming headphones with low latency technology

By Mary Stone

Razer has launched the Opus X, over-ear Bluetooth headphones with noise-cancelling, for a knockdown price.

iPad Mini with bigger screen, USB-C and no home button looking likely

New iPad Mini leak suggests bigger screen, USB-C and no home button

By Dan Sung

Leaked schematics of the new iPad Mini suggest look consistent with previous rumours – same chassis but with bigger screen.

Audio Pro P5 wireless speaker is its first truly portable model

Audio Pro adds portable P5 wireless speaker to multi-room range

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Known for its multi-room speakers, Audio Pro has now launched its first truly portable wireless speaker.

Record Store Day 2021 releases: the complete list (and our pick of them)

Record Store Day complete list: all the RSD 2021 vinyl releases

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Here's the complete Record Store Day release list to help you find the vinyl of your dreams this Saturday.

Microsoft is launching an Xbox TV app and streaming devices

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With Xbox's upcoming app, all you need to play is a controller. And an internet connected TV. And a subscription to Xbox Game Pass.

Bang & Olufsen Beovision Contour OLED TV now comes in 55in size

By Dan Sung

B&O adds a second and larger panel size to its OLED TV with built-in soundbar.

Paramount Plus launches half-price Essential plan

Paramount+ launches half-price Essential plan and one month free trial

By What Hi-Fi?

The new budget tier is great for your wallet but it doesn't include 4K HDR streaming or CBS live. Still, at $5 a month it could be a tempting proposition for movie and TV fans.

Apple iOS 15 features new "Spatialized Stereo" mode

Apple iOS 15 will feature a new 'Spatialized Stereo' mode

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You'll soon be able to experience any track in virtual 3D audio thanks to Apple's new Spatialized Stereo function.

Anker Soundcore Life P3 earbuds are big on noise-cancelling, easy on the wallet

Anker Soundcore Life P3 earbuds are big on noise-cancelling, small on price

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The latest true wireless earbuds from Soundcore by Anker, the Life P3, offer plenty of features for very little money.

The Monoprice SB300 is the cheapest Dolby Atmos soundbar we've heard of

The Monoprice SB-300 is the cheapest Dolby Atmos soundbar that we know of

By Mary Stone

Monoprice has released the SB-300, a 2.1 soundbar with virtual Dolby Atmos that comes in at under $180.

Sony launches WH-1000XM4 'Midnight Blue' wireless headphones

Sony's WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones get a new 'Midnight Blue' finish

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Sony's Award-winning WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones now come in a brand new colourway.

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Paramount Plus: release date, price, shows, free trial and everything we know

Paramount Plus: release date, price, app, shows and everything you need to know

By What Hi-Fi?

New streaming service from ViacomCBS takes aim at Netflix, Disney Plus and Prime Video...

PS5 stock and where to buy: latest PS5 restock details

By Dan Sung

A handful of PS5 restocks are due to hit retailers in the UK, US and Australia soon – but you'll need to be fast. Here's the best stores to check for PS5 stock...

Xbox Series X stock update: where to find the new Xbox

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The Xbox Series X and S are on sale now with fresh stock dropping all the time. Here are the stores where you're most likely to find the new Xbox....

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs WF-1000XM3: which are better?

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Sony now has two pairs of outstanding true wireless earbuds, but which model should you buy?

Hi-res music streaming services compared: which should you sign up for?

By Becky Scarrott

As the battle to dominate hi-res music streaming intensifies, we tell you which platforms offer the most for your money...

Apple spatial audio: what is it? How do you get it?

By Tom Parsons

Everything you need to know about Apple’s 3D audio tech for Apple Music and movies soundtracks.

Apple Music lossless: which devices will (and won't) play lossless and Spatial Audio

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple Music is getting a big upgrade, but Apple's headphones will miss out on some of these new features.

HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know

By Andy Madden

In-depth Ever wondered what the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) input on your TV means? And where does the newer HDMI eARC protocol fit in?

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Sonos Arc vs Beam vs Playbar vs Playbase: which is best?

By What Hi-Fi?

Updated Which is the best Sonos soundbar and what are the differences between them? Our guide will explain all.

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Latest Features

Best Father's Day gifts 2021: headphones, wireless speakers, box sets and more

By What Hi-Fi?

Father's Day gift ideas for the dads who love AV technology almost as much as they love dad jokes.

18 songs that sound their best on vinyl

By What Hi-Fi?

Feature Sometimes vinyl is the only medium that properly satisfies, as these songs ably demonstrate.

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11 of the best vinyl documentaries to buy, rent or watch for free

By Becky Roberts

From John Peel's record collection to the history of scratching, here's our pick of the best vinyl documentaries for Record Store Day

25 record stores to visit before you die

28 record stores to visit before you die

By Andrew Murphy

From Liverpool to Lagos, these are 28 record stores you owe it to yourself to visit.

13 of the best Record Store Day releases for 2021

By Joe Svetlik

Here's our hit list of Record Store Day vinyl releases to give you some digging inspiration this Saturday.

The best 4K movies and TV shows to watch and where to watch them

By Becky Roberts, Dan Sung

Feature We're spoiled for choice when it comes to 4K movies and TV shows, thanks to Amazon, Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Sky and Ultra HD Blu-ray....

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13 of the best vinyl records to test your turntable

By Simon Lucas

A list of some of the best records that combine quality songs and quality sound to test your turntable.

10 of the best Dolby Atmos movie scenes

By Mary Stone

We run down ten of our favourite film scenes that need to be heard in Dolby Atmos.

Listen to the What Hi-Fi? playlist 2021

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.