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IFA 2019 Sony's entry-level Walkman might just be good enough to tempt casual listeners to a more serious portable device.

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Audiovector R3 Arreté review

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Audiovector’s range-topping R3 Arreté floorstanders set sky-high standards for the price.

Toshiba 55LF621U19 4K Fire TV Edition review

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The best Amazon-branded TV we've seen, but the hardware still lets it down.

Vizio V505-G9 review

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A 50-inch budget TV that offers a surprising performance and strong HDR support

Sony PlayStation Platinum Wireless Headset review

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This is the best gaming headset you can buy – and, thankfully, it’s not just for PlayStation owners.

Totem Tribe Tower review

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Totem’s compact Tribe Towers are easy to accommodate, while also delivering a musical and informative sound.

Hands on: iPhone 11 review

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The colourful iPhone 11 looks like it could be the pick of Apple's new bunch. Join us for first impressions.

Hands on: iPhone 11 Pro review

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The new iPhone gets a big boost to camera performance, new 'spatial audio' tech and 4K HDR video up to 60fps.

AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt review

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AudioQuest’s latest portable DragonFly DAC, the Cobalt, justifies its hefty price tag with an accomplished performance.

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Latest News

Bowers & Wilkins expands Formation family with Flex wireless speaker

By Becky Roberts

B&W has welcomed a sixth member to its Formation family of wireless, multi-room hi-fi, the £399 Flex wireless speaker.

Amazon Music HD launches, offering CD-quality sound and hi-res streaming

Amazon Music HD launches, offering CD-quality and hi-res audio streaming

By What Hi-Fi?

Amazon Music HD hits the UK, US, Germany and Japan, with CD-quality and hi-res audio streaming. Prices start at £12.99 or $12.99/mth.

Amazon discounts Fire tablets and Kindles ahead of launching new models

By What Hi-Fi?

Amazon is discounting its Fire tablets and Kindle e-readers ahead of a launch event at the end of the month.

BT Sport demos its first live 8K broadcast

By Becky Roberts

At IBC 2019 this weekend, BT Sport broadcast most of a Rugby 7s match live in 8K.

CEDIA Expo 2019: news and highlights from the CEDIA show

By Joe Cox

CEDIA Expo CEDIA Expo has returned to Denver, Colorado this year and is once again the place to be for the home-tech industry.

CEDIA Expo

CEDIA 2019: GoldenEar reveals Bookshelf Reference X speakers

By Joe Cox

cedia expo The BRX speakers feature a folded ribbon tweeter and are due on sale early 2020 at $699 each.

CEDIA Expo: Revel and JBL expand upmarket hi-fi and home cinema speaker ranges

By Andy Clough

CEDIA Expo Mid-price and flagship models aimed at audio enthusiasts

CEDIA Expo

LG Transparent OLED brings the wow factor to CEDIA 2019

By Joe Cox

cedia expo Take a closer look at LG's transparent OLED signage, because why not?

CEDIA Expo: LG launches HU70LA CineBeam LED 4K projector

By Joe Cox

cedia expo The projector delivers 1500 Lumens and 150,000:1 contrast ratio, and supports voice control and HDR10 video.

Vifa City is a cute and colourful portable Bluetooth speaker

By Becky Roberts

The Danish brand's six (and cheapest) product boasts a 12-hour battery life, 360-degree sound and USB playback.

A remote for the Sonos IKEA Symfonisk speakers is on the way

By Becky Roberts

A remote control for the collaborative speakers is listed on IKEA's French website for €14.99.

Polk Audio showcases new Legend Series speaker range at CEDIA Expo

By Joe Cox

cedia expo "The best speakers Polk has ever made" also have a height module option for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

CEDIA: Epson launches LS-500 4K ultra short-throw Laser Projection TV

By Joe Cox

cedia expo Here's one way to get a big 4K HDR image from a short distance

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Latest Advice

TV Buying Guide 2019: How to choose the right TV size and tech

By Becky Roberts, Kashfia Kabir

From deciding on size to choosing between TV tech, we've got all the tips you need to pick the right television for you.

UEFA Champions League live stream: how to watch European football in 4K, anywhere in the world

By What Hi-Fi?

Watch the Champions League group stage wherever you are.

La Liga live stream: how to watch Barcelona and Real Madrid anywhere in the world

By What Hi-Fi?

How to watch the 2019/20 Spanish Liga football season on TV, online and on the go.

Bundesliga live stream: how to watch Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund anywhere in the world

Bundesliga live stream: how to watch Bayern and Dortmund anywhere in the world

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How to watch the 2019/20 German Bundesliga football season on TV, online and on the go.

How to live stream Premier League football and watch in 4K

By What Hi-Fi?

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

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Apple TV Plus streaming service: everything you need to know

By Joe Svetlik

Apple's new video streaming service will house its own original content and be exclusively available via the new Apple TV app.

Fourth Test England vs Australia Ashes live stream: how to watch for free online, mobile, 4K

England vs Australia fifth test live stream: how to watch Ashes cricket online and in 4K

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How to watch England vs Australia Ashes cricket live on TV, online or on mobile, from anywhere in the world.

Solheim Cup 2019 live stream: how to watch the women's golf anywhere in the world

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Watch Europe vs USA, the fiercest rivalry in women's golf, live on TV, online or on mobile, from anywhere in the world.

IMAX Enhanced: everything you need to know about the home cinema format

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A new AV certification programme from IMAX and DTS promises to deliver the very best home cinema experience. Here's what you need to know...

How to turn off motion smoothing on any TV

How to turn off motion smoothing on your TV

By Tom Parsons

In-depth Tom Cruise hates it, and he's not alone, but a little motion smoothing can be a good thing.

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Formula One live stream: how to watch F1 racing in 4K and anywhere in the world

By What Hi-Fi?

All you need to know about watching the world's favourite motorsport in style, wherever you are.

US Open 2019 Nadal vs Schwartzman: how to watch on TV or online anywhere

US Open 2019 semi-final live stream: how to watch on TV or online anywhere

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The 2019 US Open tennis tournament promises to be a smash hit. Don't want to miss a shot? Read on.

Tidal vs Spotify – which is better?

By What Hi-Fi?

We compare Spotify and Tidal to see what you get for your money – and which offers the best audio quality.

Latest Features

That Was Then... Sony Walkman

By Andy Madden

That was then We travel back to 1981and revisit the Sony Walkman, a global and portable audio icon.

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Listen to the What Hi-Fi? playlist 2019

By Andrew Murphy

Updated 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.

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22 of the best TV shows on Amazon Prime Video

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Feature The best 4K (and occasionally, HD) Prime Video TV shows to add to your streaming watchlist.

Celebrate National Vinyl Record Day with these special features

By What Hi-Fi?

Feature The 12th August – today! – commemorates the day Thomas Edison invented the phonograph in 1877.

10 of the best internet radio stations for music

By Andrew Murphy

Radio is far from dead, but many of the best music stations are now to be found online.

The 30 best TV shows to watch on Netflix right now

By Kashfia Kabir

Feature Netflix's massive library of new, old and exclusive TV shows – many in glorious 4K HDR – awaits your viewing pleasure.

The best 4K TV shows and films on Sky Q Ultra HD

By Joe Cox

Our pick of the best Sky TV shows and films that are available in 4K Ultra HD.

10 of the best podcasts for music

By Andrew Murphy

You can find a podcast covering just about anything these days.

The What Hi-Fi? guide to the best films and TV shows to test your system

By Kashfia Kabir

Feature Want to know about the films and TV shows we use when testing 4K TVs and home cinema systems? Read on for our extensive guide.

Sony Walkman turns 40: 6 things you didn't know about the iconic player

By Becky Roberts

From its original names to its strange variations, the legendary gadget turns 40 today.

12 of the best music-related films to watch on Amazon Prime Video UK

By Andrew Murphy

Feature From drum machines to desert rock, this list should help music fans get the most from their Amazon Prime subscription.

How Sky broadcast a music festival live in Dolby Atmos

By Becky Roberts

Having broadcast the Isle of Wight festival in Atmos for a second year, Sky talks about the production process...

Latest Best Buys

Best noise-cancelling headphones 2019: in-ear, on-ear, Bluetooth

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Best Buys Immerse yourself in music and cut out extraneous outside noise with our pick of the best noise-cancelling headphones on the market.

Best Bluetooth turntables 2019: budget to premium

Best Bluetooth record players 2019: budget to premium

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.

Best Sony headphones 2019: budget, premium, Bluetooth, noise-cancelling

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Best Buys We've tested and selected some of the best Sony headphones you can buy right now, across a wide range of styles and prices.

Best TVs on Amazon 2019: budget to premium

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Best Buys Whether you're after a monster lounge-filler, or a smaller second set for a bedroom, Amazon has what you need.

Best turntables 2019: Budget, mid-range, high-end

Best record players 2019: best turntables for every budget

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Best Buys Whether you want a high-end audiophile record player or a cheap Bluetooth turntable, we have a recommendation.

Best gaming TVs 2019: Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo

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Best Buys Love playing video games? It's worth buying a TV that does your console's 4K or Full HD graphics justice. Here are our favourites...

Best 4K HDR TVs 2019: HDR10, HDR+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Advanced HDR by Technicolor

Best HDR TVs 2019: the ultimate high dynamic range TVs

By Joe Svetlik

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 Samsung TVs 2019: QLED, 4K, HDR, 8K

Best Samsung TVs 2019: budget, premium, QLED, 4K, 8K

By Joe Svetlik

Best Buys Looking for a new TV? Prefer a Samsung? No one would blame you. Take a look at the company's best sets for 2019.

Best B&O speakers 2019: portable, hi-fi and wireless

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Best Buys The best Bang & Olufsen speakers are proof that the Danish audio maestro is one the brightest stars in the sonic galaxy...

Best TVs 2019: budget to premium 4K Ultra HD TVs

By Joe Cox, Tom Parsons

Best Buys 4K Ultra HD TV is more accessible and more affordable than ever, and these are the best TVs for the job.

Best budget soundbars and soundbases 2019: excellent and affordable TV speakers

Best budget soundbars and soundbases 2019: excellent, affordable TV speakers

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Best Buys You don't have to spend a fortune to improve your TV's sound. These budget soundbars and soundbases are just the ticket.

Best smart speakers 2019: the best voice assistant speakers

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Best Buys Smart speakers with virtual voice assistants are all the rage, bringing extra features and functions to wireless speakers.