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Latest Reviews

LG OLED65G1 OLED Evo TV review

By What Hi-Fi?

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

Panasonic TX-55JZ1500B OLED TV review

By What Hi-Fi?

Panasonic’s flagship picture is now untethered from its flagship sound and the result is an excellent, if expensive, TV.

Paramount+ review

By What Hi-Fi?

Does Paramount+ have enough to offer people who aren’t fans of soccer and Star Trek?

Dynaudio Confidence 20 review

By What Hi-Fi?

The Dynaudio Confidence 20 standmounters are hugely accomplished and insightful performers.

Samsung QN55QN90A review

By What Hi-Fi?

Can Samsung trim the fat from its top 4K TV without losing the flavor?

iFi Zen DAC V2 review

By What Hi-Fi?

iFi squeezes more performance out of its Award-winning budget DAC/headphone amp.

Wireless over-ear headphones: JBL Tour One

JBL Tour One review

By What Hi-Fi?

Can JBL join the ranks of Sony, Bose and now Apple in the fiercely competitive wireless noise-cancelling over-ear arena?

LG Eclair QP5 review

By What Hi-Fi?

LG’s Eclair QP5 is a tiny Dolby Atmos soundbar with a contemporary design for apartment dwellers.

Wi-fi radio: Tivoli Model One Digital Generation 2

Tivoli Model One Digital Generation 2 review

By What Hi-Fi?

By adding Google Chromecast and Apple AirPlay 2 to an already classy real-wood contender, Tivoli’s bijou DAB+ box of tricks has stolen our hearts all over again.

KLH Albany II review

By What Hi-Fi?

Do KLH’s Albany sequels make up for the disappointing originals?

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Latest News

New issue out now: streaming system showdown and 45 years of What Hi-Fi?

By Chris Burke

We celebrate 45 years of bringing you the best in hi-fi and AV gear in the new November issue of What Hi-Fi?

Roku Streaming Stick 4K supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, promises 30% faster streaming

By Esat Dedezade

Roku's new 4K stick is faster with more features thanks to ROKU OS 15.

Apple reveals iPhone 13 battery sizes plus 7-minute phone guide video

Apple reveals iPhone 13 battery sizes, uploads 7-minute hands-on video

By Joe Svetlik

iPhone 13 batteries are on average 13% bigger across the range compared to iPhone 12.

HBO Max deal: 50% off ad-free plan for 6 months

By Becky Scarrott

The ad-free tier is now just $7.49 a month for six months, making it cheaper than the ad-supported tier.

T+A unveils three-strong 200 Series of premium hi-fi separates

By Becky Scarrott

Although the 200 series is based on the 2020-issue HA 200 headphone amp and DAC in terms of tech, the external design of the Series 200 reaches as far back as 1993.

Good news: Sony’s updated PS5 console isn’t worse than the original

By Esat Dedezade

Fears about less power and overheating can be put to rest. Phew...

iPhone 13 pre-orders open today, shipping commences 24th September

By Joe Svetlik

You can pre-order every iPhone 13 model today, with shipping starting 24th September.

Disney+ is now available on Panasonic TVs released from 2017 onwards

By Esat Dedezade

Panasonic owners, keep an eye out for a special new icon on your homescreen.

Audio Research I/50 integrated amplifier in various colours

Audio Research reveals all-new I/50 integrated valve amplifier

By Mary Stone

Audio Research has unveiled the I/50 integrated valve amplifier, the first product in an all-new series.

Spatial Audio is coming to Apple TV on 20th September as part of tvOS 15

By Esat Dedezade

Apple's September update will also allow you to pair HomePod Mini speakers with an Apple TV 4K.

LG OLED48C1 48in OLED TV with picture of cherry blossom tree

Great for gaming LG 48C1 OLED TV now less than $1300!

By Dan Sung

Deal LG's smallest 2021 OLED TV is now available for $1299.99 across all good stores in the States.

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Elipson Music Centre Connect HD adds streaming to the all-in-one device

By Joe Svetlik

The new device adds wi-fi to the existing Music Centre HD, so you can stream and use it as a multi-room system.

Sky is up to something... 'magical'

By Becky Scarrott

The broadcasting behemoth has released a tantalising clip that promises 'something magical is coming' to Sky on 7th October.

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Latest Advice

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs Galaxy Buds Pro: which should you buy?

By What Hi-Fi?

Can Samsung's 2021 wireless earbuds top their predecessors? Let's find out as we pit the Galaxy Buds 2 against the Galaxy Buds Pro...

Wireless over-ear headphones: JBL Tour One (with Bluetooth 5.0)

Bluetooth 5: everything you need to know

By Joe Svetlik, Becky Scarrott

Bluetooth 5, 5.1, 5.2 and now 5.3 standards bring better wireless range, higher speeds, bigger broadcasting capacity and more efficient Low Energy (LE) audio. But which products support Bluetooth 5 and above?

iPad 9 (2021): release date, price, specs and all of the news

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple has launched a new entry-level iPad 9, complete with A13 Bionic chip, upgraded front camera and True Tone display

New Apple iPad Mini 6 (2021): release date, price and specs

By Joe Svetlik, Tom Parsons

Everything you need to know about Apple's next iPad Mini, including the bigger screen, USB-C port and new processor.

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12: which should you buy?

By Esat Dedezade

The new iPhone 13 claims to be brighter, faster, and longer-lasting than the iPhone 12. Is upgrading a no-brainer?

AirPods 3: price, design, release date, leaks, rumours and news

AirPods 3: release date, price, leaks and all the news

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple's new AirPods 3 are expected to be similar in design to the AirPods Pro, but what will set the two models apart?

Sonos Beam Gen 2 vs Sonos Beam: how does the new Dolby Atmos Sonos soundbar compare?

By Esat Dedezade

We pit the Dolby Atmos-toting, eARC-wielding new Sonos soundbar against its predecessor.

Sonos Beam Gen 2: everything you need to know about Sonos' new Dolby Atmos soundbar

By Mary Stone

We run down the features and specs of the new Sonos Beam, which is the company's cheapest Dolby Atmos soundbar.

What does 120Hz refresh rate mean? Samsung Galaxy S21 mobile phone

What does 120Hz mean? Mobile phone screen refresh rates explained

By Esat Dedezade

The new iPhone 13 is set to have a 120Hz screen, but what does that mean, what does it do, and is it a big upgrade?

Latest Features

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.

16 of the best Dolby Atmos movie scenes to test your home cinema sound

By Mary Stone

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

The best Dolby Vision movies to test your TV

By Mary Stone

We run down our favourite films that need to be watched in Dolby Vision.

Inside the Bowers & Wilkins factory to see the new 800 D4 speakers

By Joe Cox

We took a tour of B&W's factory in Worthing, England to see the latest 800 Series Diamond speakers being manufactured.

The tech endangered list: are these devices and formats the next to go?

By What Hi-Fi?

What will be this generation's Betamax and 3D? We gaze into our crystal ball to find out.

Best Apple Music spatial audio tracks to try

11 of the best spatial audio tracks in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music

By Becky Scarrott

Try out what Apple Music's latest immersive tech can do by sampling these Dolby Atmos-powered spatial audio tracks.

13 heroic tech failures, from Betamax to HD DVD

By Simon Lucas, Becky Scarrott

As Awards time rumbles ever-closer, we take a look at some technologies of the past that looked for all the world like they might be contenders... right up until the moment they didn't.

Mitchells vs the Machines: the best movies on Netflix right now

15 of the best movies on Netflix right now

By What Hi-Fi?

From tense thrillers to zany comedies, here's are the best flicks on Netflix to test your TV and sound system.

13 of the best hi-res albums on Tidal Masters

By Andrew Murphy, Becky Roberts

We pick 13 of our favourite hi-res albums currently available on Tidal's HiFi hi-res streaming tier.

22 of the best live albums to test your speakers

By Becky Roberts

If your itch for live music needs to be scratched (and large gatherings are either still off-menu, or still make you anxious) track down these exceptional live albums...

There's a problem with Apple Music Lossless (and we're excited to see the solution)

By Becky Scarrott

Apple offers its Lossless and Hi-Res Lossless streams for free, but there are no Apple-made products with which to enjoy them. So, what's next?

18 of the best movies of the 1990s to test your home cinema

By Becky Roberts

With both bonafide classics and quirkier cult gems, this list should help you find some self-isolation entertainment gold.

Latest Best Buys

Best wireless headphones 2021

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The best wireless headphones offer convenience and quality in a single package. Here are the world's best pairs...

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Best cheap headphones 2021: budget wired and wireless earphones

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The best budget headphones in the world, featuring in-ear, over-ear and Bluetooth headphones. All tried and tested by yours truly...

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Sony WF-1000XM4 noise-cancelling earbuds in silver

Best noise-cancelling earbuds 2021: budget and premium

By Andy Madden, What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Cut out the drone of daily life in compact style with our pick of the best noise-cancelling earbuds on the market.

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Best iPhone headphones 2021: budget, premium, wireless

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden

best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.

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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'll want an AirPlay speaker.

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Best Apple iPod alternatives 2021: budget and premium

Best Apple iPod Touch alternatives 2021: budget and premium

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys If you’re not Apple's biggest fan or want to up your PMP game, we've got plenty of iPod alternatives on this list...

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Best Google Assistant speakers 2021: best Google smart speakers

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Find your voice with our pick of the best Google Assistant speakers for your home, featuring Sonos, JBL and more.

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Best free music apps: free music on Android and iPhone

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

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Best budget Bluetooth speakers 2021: big on sound, kind on your wallet

By Becky Scarrott

Best Buys Wallet-friendly options abound, but where's the real value? We've picked the best.

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Best Alexa speakers 2021: the best Alexa-enabled smart speakers

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Upgrade your life with the help of Alexa smart speakers and combine good sound and great features.

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Best running headphones 2021

By Joe Cox

Best Buys The best running headphones will deliver great sound while offering sweat-resistant designs that stay in place.

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Best sports headphones 2021: keep active with these earbuds

By Joe Cox

Best Buys The best sports headphones, featuring wireless sports headphones, sports earbuds, Bluetooth in-ears and more.

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