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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?

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.

Marshall reveals its first pair of ANC-toting wireless earbuds

By Esat Dedezade

Back in black, with iconic Marshall styling to match

Sony WF-C500 sporty earbuds leak with waterproofing and budget price

By Joe Svetlik

Sony's latest true wireless earbuds have a sporty bent, after they were accidentally posted online early by a retailer.

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Latest Advice

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.

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: 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.

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.

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?

DACs: what is a DAC? And do you need one?

By Verity Burns, Becky Roberts

Got digital music? You should probably learn about your digital-to-analogue converter and what it brings to the party.

Apple AirPods Pro 2: release date, price, design, leaks and all of the news

By What Hi-Fi?

The AirPods Pro sequels are expected soon. Here's what we (think we) know about them...

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 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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Best TV 2021: the best 4K Ultra HD TVs you can buy right now

By Tom Parsons

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

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Best portable MP3 players 2021: from budget to hi-res music players

By What Hi-Fi?

Best buys You can listen to music on your phone of course, but if you want optimum sound quality, only a dedicated music player will do.

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Best Bluetooth speakers 2021

By Becky Scarrott, Joe Cox

Best Buys We've gathered together the best Bluetooth speakers your money can buy, so you don't have to.

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Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2021: the best Atmos TV speakers

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden

Best Buys Add a sprinkling of immersive audio to your TV listening with our pick of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars.

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Best audiophile headphones 2021

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden

Best Buys The best audiophile headphones, ranging from affordable to expensive high-end options, hit all the right notes.

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Best soundbars 2021: the best TV speakers you can buy

By Andy Madden

Best Buys Want excellent sound but don't have room or budget for a surround sound package? A soundbar is your best option.

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Best headphones with a mic for voice and video calls 2021

By Joe Svetlik

Best Buys Want a great pair of headphones for phone calls and video chats? These are your best options.

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Best Dolby Vision TVs 2021

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Dolby Vision is just one type of HDR (High Dynamic Range). Not all TVs support it, so here are the best Dolby Vision TVs we've tested.

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Silver pair of Sony WF-1000XM4 true wireless earbuds

Best true wireless earbuds: the best AirPods alternatives 2021

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys True wireless earbuds are all the rage, and we've rounded up the very best for every budget on one handy page.

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Best waterproof speakers 2021: budget, portable, smart

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Whether you're hitting the hills or lounging beside your private pool, don't forget to bring music.

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