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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.

Focal Arche review

By Australian Hi-Fi

Focal's Arche is the company's first DAC/headphone amp combo, offering something to pair with its high-end loudspeakers and headphones.

Amazon Echo Dot (4th Generation) review

By What Hi-Fi?

Love or loathe the design of the latest Echo Dot, both audio and Alexa sound better in this budget-friendly ball.

iFi Zen Phono review

By What Hi-Fi?

iFi’s Zen Phono is an ambitious phono stage, and one of the cleanest sounding components we’ve heard at the price.

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max review

By What Hi-Fi?

The 12 Pro Max is the biggest and best iPhone you can buy, so does that make it the pick of the range?

JBL HDI 5.1 review

By What Hi-Fi?

JBL’s hefty speaker package offers a reminder of how cinema should sound.

Copland CSA 100 review

By What Hi-Fi?

Copland’s hybrid CSA 100 integrated amplifier packs a transparent, cultured sound and generous feature set.

Samsung QN65Q80T review

By What Hi-Fi?

With its bold picture, superb HDR images and impressive sound, the Samsung QN65Q80T is a great value 4K TV.

Wilson Benesch Precision P2.0 review

By What Hi-Fi?

Wilson Benesch’s Precision P2.0 floorstanders set the performance standard at this level.

Cambridge Audio Melomania Touch review

By What Hi-Fi?

Sonically worthy of the Melomania moniker, but for functionality, the Touches are a little touchy.

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Latest News

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: the best amplifiers you can buy for under a grand!

By Becky Scarrott

The February issue also includes noise-cancelling headphones, amazing all-in-one systems, plus our opinion on the price of the new Apple AirPods Max...

Focal's 1000 Series features adjustable drivers and in-wall speakers

Focal's 1000 Series features in-wall speakers and adjustable drivers

By What Hi-Fi?

Three years in the making, these speakers feature exclusive technology as well as plenty of flexibility to suit your room.

Bose unveils 2nd-gen. SoundLink Revolve and Revolve+ Bluetooth speakers

By Becky Scarrott

SoundLink Revolve II and the beefier SoundLink Revolve+ II now boast improved battery life plus IP55 water/dust resistance.

Super Bowl 2021 won't stream in 4K and HDR next month

By What Hi-Fi?

Broadcaster CBS has announced it won't be broadcasting the Super Bowl in 4K or HDR this year.

Audio Research Reference 80S power amp offers flagship design at lower price point

By Becky Roberts

The stereo model delivers 80 watts per channel, compared with the 140 watts offered by the Reference 160M and 160S.

Ultra-big 4K TVs get ultra-cheap ahead of the Super Bowl

Go big with these big-screen 4K TV deals ahead of the Super Bowl

By What Hi-Fi?

There's up to $600 off Hisense's big-screen TVs, just in time for Super Bowl 2021.

KEF's tiny KC62 subwoofer delivers unprecedentedly deep bass for its size

By Australian Hi-Fi

KEF seems to have solved the problem of how to get a tiny cabinet to deliver big bass in your room or home theatre

AirPods Max teardown shows they're the most repairable AirPods ever

AirPods Max teardown shows the inner workings of Apple's wireless headphones

By What Hi-Fi?

Their "obsessive craftsmanship" makes Sony and Bose rivals models "look like toys", apparently.

EarFun Air Pro bring noise-cancelling to Award-winning budget wireless earbuds

By Becky Scarrott

Design tweaks, active noise-cancelling, infrared in-ear detection and an affordable price tag...

LG considers ditching its smartphone business

By Dan Sung

The company will have to make a 'cold judgement' on its loss-making smartphone division.

Netflix to launch Shuffle Play as it passes 200m users worldwide

Netflix's new Shuffle Play promises to prevent endless scrolling

By What Hi-Fi?

The feature handpicks content based on your viewing history, promising to spell an end to countless hours spent trawling the library.

Bristol Hi-Fi Show won't go ahead in a virtual format this year

By Becky Roberts

The Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2021 was cancelled as an in-person event in October, and now we've received confirmation that it won't go ahead in a virtual format either.

Cyrus soundBuds 2 are budget wireless earbuds with a tempting price tag

By What Hi-Fi?

On the hunt for true wireless earbuds at a truly tempting price? The new Cyrus soundBuds 2 could be just the ticket.

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Latest Advice

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

By What Hi-Fi?

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....

PS5 stock and where to buy: latest PS5 restock details

By Dan Sung

The PS5 has been in and out of stock at retailers in the UK, US and Australia – here's where you should be checking!

What is Apple CarPlay? How it works, the best apps and features

By Andy Madden

If you want to experience the features and apps of iOS in your car, you need to try CarPlay.

How to build the perfect hi-fi system

By Andrew Murphy

Updated System building needs careful thought – so whether you're just starting or upgrading, allow us to offer a little advice.

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Amazon Echo multi-room: all the details on the Alexa devices

Amazon Echo multi-room: which Alexa smart speaker should you buy?

By Becky Roberts

In-depth The retail giant has expanded its Alexa-powered wireless multi-room range to unsettle Sonos. Here's everything you need to help decide which is the best fit for you.

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JVC DLA-N5 vs Sony VPL-VW590ES: which 4K projector should you buy?

By Dan Sung

Which native 4K projector should be at the heart of your home cinema set-up? We put the two main contenders head-to-head

Apple AirPods Pro vs Beats Powerbeats Pro: which is better?

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple might own the Beats brand, but which pair of wireless earbuds offers the best sound, style and features?

iPhone 13: news, leaks, rumours, price, release date and specs

New iPhone 13: release date, price, leaks and all of the news

By What Hi-Fi?

The iPhone 13 leaks have begun! Here are all of the latest rumours concerning Apple's 2021 iPhone.

Samsung Galaxy S21 vs iPhone 12: which should you buy?

By What Hi-Fi?

It's a battle of the premium 5G smartphones, but which model comes out on top for price, specs, features and performance?

Latest Features

11 of the best movies and TV shows to watch on Disney Plus right now

14 of the best Disney Plus movies and shows to watch right now

By Becky Roberts

From family favourites and Marvel blockbusters to new Disney Originals and shorts, here's our pick of the best Disney Plus shows and films.

HBO Max: Roku, Fire TV Stick, free trial and how to watch from abroad explained

HBO Max: price, films, and how to get a free trial

By What Hi-Fi?

Your A-Z of the US streaming service, from the best shows to the cheapest subscription price to compatible devices.

14 best educational TV shows on YouTube, iPlayer, Netflix and more

By Dan Sung

Guilt-free screen time for the kids with the best educational TV shows on Netflix, Amazon, iPlayer, YouTube and more.

10 of the best tracks to test your headphones

By Andrew Murphy

Here are 10 tunes that give your headphones no place to hide (figuratively, we mean - obviously your headphones are right there on your head)...

10 of the best podcasts for music lovers

By Andrew Murphy

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

10 of the best movie soundtracks to test your system

By Andrew Murphy

A great movie soundtrack claims the music for itself. These are ten of our favourites for testing with.

10 of the best movie scores to test your system

By Andrew Murphy

Test your home cinema and your hi-fi to the max with these sensational film scores.

10 of the best movie apps for Android: smartphone, tablet and TV

By What Hi-Fi?

If you want to watch movies on an Android smartphone, tablet or TV, you've come to the right place.

The best 4K movies and TV shows to watch over Christmas

The best 4K movies and TV shows to watch right now

By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts

Feature We're spoilt 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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The best Netflix TV shows to watch right now

The 40 best TV shows to watch on Netflix

By Kashfia Kabir, Becky Scarrott

Feature Netflix's massive library of new, old and exclusive TV shows await your viewing pleasure.

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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.

Adding a music streamer to my hi-fi system has been a revelation (and a frustration)

By Becky Roberts

Yes, adding a streamer to your system is all it's cracked up to be – but there are still a fair few bumps in the road.

Latest Best Buys

Best Bose speakers 2021: portable, multi-room, wireless

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Whether you want a portable Bluetooth speaker for the beach or a multi-room system, Bose's speaker range will oblige.

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Best AirPlay speakers 2021: wireless streaming for Apple devices

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Got an iPad, iPhone or Mac? When it comes to streaming music, you want an AirPlay speaker.

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Best Android phones 2021

By What Hi-Fi?

Watching or listening on the move? Our pick of the best Android phones will do you proud.

Best portable projectors 2021: mini, portable and battery powered

Best portable projectors: the best mini projectors 2021

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys If you want the big-screen home cinema experience from a small, cheap, portable projector, then you're in the right place.

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Best Beats wireless headphones 2021: Bluetooth Beats for everyone

Best Beats wireless headphones 2021: Bluetooth Beats for every budget

By What Hi-Fi?

From on-ears to in-ears, we've got the best Beats wireless headphones that money can buy.

Best Bose headphones 2021: 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.

Best Buys

Best free music apps: free music on Android and iPhone

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys All the free music and radio streaming apps you need for listening on your Android or iPhone.

Best Buys

Best wireless headphones for TV 2021: budget and premium

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Fed up with watching television with the volume down? Invest in a pair of wireless headphones for your TV and everything will be fine.

Best Buys

Best headphone amplifiers 2021: budget and premium

By Joe Svetlik

Best Buys Here are our favourite headphone amplifiers, including affordable, portable models and premium amps for the home.

Best Buys

Best cartridges 2021: budget and premium options for your turntable

By Joe Svetlik

best buys You can improve your turntable without buying a brand new model – upgrading the cartridge can have remarkable results.

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Best smart speakers 2021: the best voice assistant speakers

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Speakers with virtual voice assistants baked in are all the rage, but which one should you bring into your home? Read on.

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Best LG TVs 2021: LCD, OLED, 4K HDR

By Joe Svetlik

Best Buys Pick the right LG TV and you'll be treated to some of the best pictures on the market. Here's our pick of LG's current crop.

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