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iFi hip-dac 2 review Like a great single malt, iFi’s hip-dac is even more delicious second time around

Cyrus i7-XR integrated amplifier review The least powerful of Cyrus’s new flagship XR integrated amplifiers has plenty of appeal

Rediscover your vinyl collection with this brilliant turntable-based hi-fi system This affordable set-up won't break the bank

Samsung 2022 TV line-up: everything you need to know All the info so far on Samsung's forthcoming TVs and technology for 2022

Apple Music review Apple aces many things, but is streaming music one of them?

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4K 120Hz gaming: What is it? Do you need it? How do you get it? What is 4K 120Hz gaming? And why should you be excited about it?

Latest Reviews

Cyrus i7-XR integrated amplifier review

By What Hi-Fi?

The more affordable amp in Cyrus’s flagship XR range is one of the clearest amplifiers we’ve heard at this level, but is it a class leader?

floorstanding hi-fi speakers: PMC Fact Fenestria

PMC Fact Fenestria review

By What Hi-Fi? published 19 January 22

PMC’s cost-no-object Fact Fenestrias deliver everything we would want from a top-end speaker

Sony VPL-VW1025ES native 4K projector review

By What Hi-Fi? published 18 January 22

This Sony produces one of the sharpest, most detailed projector performances we’ve ever seen.

Over-ear studio headphones: Beyerdynamic DT 700 Pro X

Beyerdynamic DT 700 Pro X review

By What Hi-Fi? published 17 January 22

Beyerdynamic’s comfortable over-ear headphones deliver a fantastic all-round performance

Disney Plus review

By What Hi-Fi? published 17 January 22

Updated Disney Plus delivers a whole new world of Disney content presented in a polished, comprehensive service.

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Platin Monaco 5.1 WiSA speaker system review

By What Hi-Fi? published 14 January 22

WiSA hi-res wireless audio technology in an affordable speaker system – just add a smart TV and you're ready to rock in 5.1.

Budget in-ear headphones: Earfun Air Pro 2

Earfun Air Pro 2 review

By What Hi-Fi? published 12 January 22

Do the eye-catchingly affordable and well-specified Air Pro 2 wireless earbuds live up to their promise?

Spotify review

By What Hi-Fi? published 11 January 22

UPDATED Spotify continues to rule the mainstream, but the competition has stepped up its game.

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Hisense HS214 2.1 Soundbar review

By What Hi-Fi? published 10 January 22

Budget TV player Hisense brings its cheap and cheerful approach to AV with the HS214 soundbar, an accessibly priced speaker to improve your TV’s sound quality

JVC DLA-NZ9 8K laser projector review

By What Hi-Fi? published 7 January 22

Can JVC’s 8K laser projector of the future fulfil its present-day role?

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Latest News

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021 winners revealed!

By Becky Roberts

The winners of the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021 have now been revealed...

AirPods Pro 2 could disable ANC when they recognise a voice or codeword

By Joe Svetlik published 25 January 22

Apple has patented technology that cuts out noise cancelling if it recognises a voice or keyword, so you never miss what someone's saying.

Samsung Galaxy S22 to launch in early February, claims says leaker

Samsung Galaxy S22 to launch on 9th February, according to latest leak

By Tom Bailey published 25 January 22

Reliable leaker Evan Glass has tweeted that the new Galaxy S22 will launch on Wednesday, February 9th.

Google is making a cheaper, 1080p Chromecast with Google TV, source says

By Joe Svetlik published 25 January 22

Google is reportedly making a cheaper streaming dongle to rival lower-end devices from Amazon and Roku.

Samsung Galaxy S22 price leak suggests two models of S22 Ultra

Samsung Galaxy S22 price leak suggests two S22 Ultra models will launch

By Joe Svetlik published 24 January 22

The leak comes just two weeks before the expected launch and shows prices in line with the S21 range.

TCL TV deal: save on 55 and 65-in 4K models

TCL 4K QLED TV deal: get a new 55" TV for just $399 in time for the Super Bowl

By Becky Scarrott published 24 January 22

Deals Right now, you can save a massive $250 on this 55-inch QLED TV at Best Buy in time for February 13th – aka Super Bowl LVI.

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New Google Chromecast stick with wider video support reportedly in development

By Tom Bailey published 24 January 22

There are rumours of a new Chromecast with Google TV with extra storage and enhanced video support. Here's everything we know so far...

Intel discontinues support for UHD Blu-ray discs in its newest PC chips

By Mary Stone published 21 January 22

Intel withdraws support for the security software necessary to playback protected 4k Blu-rays on PC disc drives.

iPhone 15 Pro could get a periscope lens with 5x zoom, fresh report suggests

By Becky Scarrott published 21 January 22

Reports compiled by two trusted analysts and Apple tipsters suggest that the periscope lens will feature in the most premium 2023 iPhones.

PS5 restock coming to GameStop today – here's how to get one

By Tom Bailey published 21 January 22

On the hunt for fresh PS5 stock? Don't miss GameStop's first PlayStation 5 restock of 2022...

Samsung confirms S22 launch next month, hints S22 Ultra will replace Note

By Joe Svetlik published 21 January 22

The Galaxy S22 will "bring together the greatest experiences of our Samsung Galaxy into one ultimate device."

Super Bowl LVI won’t be shown in 4K by network host NBC

By Mary Stone published 21 January 22

This year's Super Bowl won’t be broadcast or streamed in 4K by network host NBC sports.

MC901 Dual Mono amplifier and AS901 amplifier stand

McIntosh launches dedicated stands for its highest-performance amplifiers

By Becky Scarrott published 21 January 22

The two models are specifically engineered for McIntosh’s heavyweight amps offer the ultimate in support.

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AirPods Pro 2: release date rumours, price news, design and leaks

By What Hi-Fi? published 25 January 22

The AirPods Pro 2 are expected soon. Here's all the latest news and what we expect to see from Apple's next noise-cancelling wireless earbuds...

Samsung Galaxy S22: release date news, price rumours, specs and all of the leaks

By What Hi-Fi? published 25 January 22

All the latest rumours surrounding the launch of one of the most important phones of the year, the Samsung Galaxy S22.

Netflix gaming service: release date rumours, leaks, and the latest price news

By Joe Svetlik published 24 January 22

Now Netflix has moved into gaming, what can we expect from the streaming giant's online service?

Spotify HiFi: quality, price, release date and latest news

Spotify HiFi: release date news, price prediction, quality, and latest rumours

By What Hi-Fi? published 24 January 22

Everything we know about Spotify's upcoming CD-quality streaming tier ahead of its delayed launch date...

PS5 restock news: where to buy a PS5 console in 2022

By Tom Bailey published 24 January 22

Still PS5-less? The console has been difficult to find ever since launch, but 2022 could be the year of major PS5 restocks...

iPad Air (2022): release date, price, rumours, leaks and more

New iPad Air 5 (2022): release date, price, rumours, leaks and more

By Joe Svetlik published 20 January 22

The new iPad Air will take inspiration from the latest iPad Mini, and feature the A15 Bionic processor.

LG C2 vs LG G2: which will be the best 2022 LG OLED TV?

By Mary Stone published 19 January 22

Both of LG's top 4K TVs are now OLED Evo models, so what's left to separate these two 2022 OLED titans, and which should you buy?

LG 2022 Dolby Atmos soundbar line-up: everything you need to know

By Mary Stone published 18 January 22

We explore the latest technology and models from across LG's 2022 Dolby Atmos Soundbar range.

Apple HomePod 2: price news, release date rumours, features and latest news

By What Hi-Fi? published 18 January 22

Apple has discontinued the HomePod, so is a new HomePod 2 on the way? These are the features we'd like to see from Apple's next Siri-powered smart speaker...

Latest Features

Performance can make or break a hi-fi or AV product, but so can software

By Andy Madden published 21 January 22

In the ever 'smarter' world of hi-fi and AV, the quality of software is playing an increasingly important role.

12 of the best Spotify playlists to listen to right now

By Becky Scarrott published 21 January 22

Get out of your music rut by taking some of these regularly updated Spotify playlists for a spin.

Enjoy your favourite music on the go with this brilliant portable hi-fi system

Enjoy your favourite music on the go with this killer portable hi-fi system

By What Hi-Fi? published 17 January 22

One of the best portable hi-fi systems we've heard combines smartphone, DAC and headphones to great effect.

34 of the best 80s movies you've never seen

By Dan Sung, Mary Stone published 16 January 22

Hidden gems from the 1980s that you really need to see – these are the best 80s films that (probably) passed you by.

17 of the best music-related films and TV shows to watch on Netflix UK

By Andrew Murphy, Mary Stone published 16 January 22

Feature Musical icons, seminal tracks, those who inspired and those whose due success never arrived: Netflix has it all covered.

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Listen to the What Hi-Fi? playlist 2022

By Mary Stone published 12 January 22

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.

Any HDMI connection can now be labelled as HDMI 2.1, and that's not okay

By John Archer published 7 January 22

The HDMI Licensing Administrator has decreed that all HDMI sockets are now 2.1, even if they're not.

11 of the best podcasts for music lovers

By Andrew Murphy, Becky Scarrott published 7 January 22

You can find a podcast covering just about anything these days, and that includes some brilliant music podcasts.

The problem with Dolby Atmos music is its inconsistency

By Mary Stone published 3 January 22

Dolby Atmos may be great, but is it the future of music?

Wireless in-ear headphones: Apple AirPods 3

How the AirPods 3 were made – and how Apple plans to make them even better

By Tom Parsons published 29 December 21

We sat down with Gary Geaves, Apple's VP of Acoustics, to talk all things AirPods 3.

If I could only own one hi-fi system, it would be a portable one

Portable hi-fi has progressed so much, I'd choose it over a traditional system

By Becky Roberts published 28 December 21

The growth of portable hi-fi electronics in the past decade has advanced on-the-go listening to spectacular sonic heights.

The more boxes the better: why the path to sonic heaven is lined with components, clutter and cables

By Ketan Bharadia published 27 December 21

Neat, compact hi-fi is all very well, but it doesn't tend to be the way to ultimate sonic heaven.

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Best computer speakers 2022: upgrade your desktop audio

By Joe Cox published 20 January 22

Best Buys The best desktop speakers will deliver great sound without taking up too much space, ideal for a small room or home office.

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Best over-ear headphones 2022: wired and wireless over-ears for all budgets

By Joe Cox published 20 January 22

Best Buys Our pick of the best over-ear headphones include wired and wireless models that offer great value and great sound.

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Best tablets 2022: Amazon Fire HD 10 (11th Gen)

Best tablets 2022: cheap to premium tablets for movies and music

By Dan Sung published 19 January 22

Best buy Our pick of the best tablets for video and audio, featuring iPads, Fire HD tablets, cheap Samsung devices and more.

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best outdoor projectors - Nebula Mars 2 portable projector

Best outdoor projectors 2022

By Dan Sung published 19 January 22

Best Buys Want to bring big-screen thrills to your back yard? Here's our pick of the best outdoor projectors for 2022.

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Home cinema speaker package: Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 Home Cinema Pack

Best surround sound systems 2022

By Dan Sung published 18 January 22

best buys Looking for the perfect home cinema set-up? Follow our guide to the best surround sound systems.

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Best subwoofers 2022: deep bass for music and movies

By What Hi-Fi? published 18 January 22

Best Buys Whether it's for extra rumble in those movie scenes or more low-end from your favourite beats, a dedicated subwoofer is what you need.

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Best headphone amplifiers 2022: budget and premium

By Joe Svetlik published 18 January 22

Best Buys Here is our pick of the best headphone amplifiers, including affordable, portable models and premium amps for the home.

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Best TV 2022: the best 4K Ultra HD TVs you can buy right now

By Tom Parsons published 18 January 22

Best Buys This year's best TVs for 4K resolution pictures, smart features, streaming apps and more.

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Best multi-room systems 2022 - audio pro system

Best multi-room systems 2022: wireless whole home audio

By Joe Cox published 18 January 22

Best Buys Play music all over your home (and beyond) at the touch of a button with our pick of the best multi-room systems.

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Best HDR TVs 2022: the ultimate high dynamic range TVs

By Tom Parsons published 17 January 22

best buys High Dynamic Range (HDR) is the TV technology to have right now, but you'll need a compatible TV to make the most of it.

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Best cheap TVs 2022: cheap smart and 4K TVs

By Tom Parsons published 17 January 22

best buys Want a great TV on a tight budget? Here's our pick of the best cheap TVs that still offer great all-round performance.

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Best 55-inch TVs 2022: smart, 4K, HDR and OLED models for every budget

By Tom Parsons published 17 January 22

best buys The best 55-inch 4K TVs available right now, featuring smart, 4K, HDR and OLED TVs from Samsung, Sony, LG and more.

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