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Latest Reviews

Naim Mu-so Qb 2nd Generation review

By What Hi-Fi?

The Mu-so Qb retains an inherently likeable presentation, but has matured over the three years since its first generation.

Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019) review

By What Hi-Fi?

Thoughtful upgrades make for a better user experience in an already winning entry-level tablet.

LG OLED55C9PLA review

By What Hi-Fi?

A delightful OLED with flagship picture performance and endless TV smarts.

Technics Ottava S SC-C30 review

By What Hi-Fi?

The Ottava S SC-C30 wireless speaker is small and sonically beautiful – but the software bugs need ironing out.

Amazon Fire TV Cube review

By What Hi-Fi?

Some surprising features make the Amazon Fire TV Cube the smartest video streamer you can buy.

Harman Kardon Citation Tower review

By What Hi-Fi?

Harman Kardon’s highly-anticipated Citation Tower wireless speakers have finally landed, but are they worth the wait?

Apple AirPods Pro review

By What Hi-Fi?

Can Apple conquer the noise-cancelling arena with its high-tech new AirPods?

ProAc Response D2R review

By What Hi-Fi?

The Response D2R is a significant sonic upgrade on a long-running classic, and one of the best speakers at this price.

Q Acoustics 3010i 5.1 Cinema Pack review

By What Hi-Fi?

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2019 winner. Q Acoustics' standmounters form the basis of this excellent 5.1 package.

Roku Premiere review

By What Hi-Fi?

4K streaming hits new levels of affordability, but is the Roku Premiere too good to be true?

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Latest News

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2019 winners revealed!

By Becky Roberts

And 26 of them – one for each product category – will be granted Product of the Year status at our Awards ceremony next month.

Apple leak: iPad Pro and iPhone SE 2 could launch in first half of 2020

By Becky Scarrott

Analyst Ming Chi-Kuo said new iPad Pros will gain 3D sensing through the rear-facing camera system.

Black Friday 2019: everything you need to know

The best Black Friday deals live right now

By Becky Roberts

Black Friday The Black Friday 2019 sale is the next big day of deals to mark in your diary – and the first Black Friday deals are already live.

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Have your favourite track added to What Hi-Fi?'s Ultimate Audiophile Playlist

By Andrew Murphy

We need your help in compiling the ultimate audiophile playlist. Pick any track you love testing with and it could make it on!

Motorola's new Razr with fully foldable OLED display

Motorola's iconic Razr is back, with a fully foldable screen design

By Becky Scarrott

Featuring a flush, "zero-gap hinge", Motorola's 2019 Razr is being called an "impossible" feat of engineering.

Experience the future of audio design with the Elipson W35 wireless speaker

By What Hi-Fi?

sponsored Future-proofed wireless tech meets audio heritage in this uniquely designed wireless speaker.

Mystery PlayStation 5 cartridge turns up in Sony patent leak

By Dan Sung

Sony patent leak provides clues to PS5 storage solutions.

Apple TV app comes to Amazon Fire Cube and 3rd gen Fire TV

Apple TV app comes to Amazon Fire Cube and Fire TV

By What Hi-Fi?

Now you can watch Apple TV+ original shows on your Amazon streaming devices.

Spotify Free support comes to Sonos speakers

Spotify Free music can now be streamed on Sonos speakers

By Becky Scarrott

A free software update just made Sonos speakers vastly more appealing to 135-million Spotify Free users.

Quad Vena Play II integrated amp adds hi-res streaming and multi-room

Quad Vena II Play integrated amp adds hi-res streaming and multi-room

By Dan Sung

DTS Play-Fi tech edition of Vena II amp hits the shelves for £799.

Qobuz ditches MP3s completely, lowers hi-res streaming price

By Dan Sung

Qobuz doubles down on hi-res offering with unlimited lossless access plan

Bose Home Speaker Black Friday deal at Amazon

Save up to 25% on Bose Home Speakers in Amazon's early Black Friday offer

By Becky Scarrott

Amazon is offering $60 off Bose 300 or $100 off Bose Home Speaker 500 – both with built-in Alexa and Google Assistant.

Save $320 on a 65-inch Samsung 4K TV at Walmart ahead of Black Friday

By What Hi-Fi?

News Looking for a big-screen 4K TV on a budget? Walmart has slashed the price of this Samsung 65-incher.

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Latest Advice

How to choose the right TV on Black Friday

By Becky Roberts, Tom Parsons

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

How to improve your TV's sound: budget and premium options for better audio

By Andy Madden

4K TVs are looking better and better, so you need to partner the picture with the sound you deserve. We explain how to get the best sound from your TV.

PS5: release date, price, specs and news for the PlayStation 5

By Dan Sung

The PS5 is Sony's next-generation games console and we have all the latest news on the release date, price and features.

England vs Montenegro live stream: how to watch Euro qualifiers anywhere in the world

By What Hi-Fi?

How to watch the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying matches on TV, online and on the go.

Should you buy a PS4 on Black Friday?

By Tom Parsons

Late to the PlayStation party? Black Friday could be a great time to buy.

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

AirPods Pro vs 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?

Should you buy an OLED TV on Black Friday?

By Tom Parsons

We break down the pros and cons of purchasing and help you find the best price.

8 tips to get the best Black Friday deals

By Becky Scarrott

Black Friday The Black Friday sales can be overwhelming, so use our handy cheat sheet to help you navigate the noise.

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Should you upgrade your headphones on Black Friday?

By Becky Scarrott

Will the gargantuan pre-Christmas sale known as Black Friday bring music to your ears?

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K vs Apple TV 4K: which is better?

By What Hi-Fi?

feature A huge price difference, but these two video streamers are closer than you might imagine.

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Amazon Fire TV Cube vs Apple TV 4K: which is better?

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple TV 4K is a killer video streamer – but it's facing serious competition from Amazon's Fire TV Cube. Time to pick a box...

How to set up your projector and get the best picture

By Dan Sung

Whether it's a good deal on Full HD or a 4K HDR beamer, here's what to look for and how to set up the best projectors you can buy.

KSI vs Logan Paul 2 live stream: how to watch the boxing, from anywhere in the world

By What Hi-Fi?

KSI vs Logan Paul 2 is boxing 2.0's biggest grudge match. Here's how to watch the YouTube stars live, from anywhere in the world.

Latest Features

11 best Christmas gift ideas for kids

By Tom Parsons

Gift Guides Keep the little ones entertained this Crimbo with tablets, turntables, headphones, toys and more.

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Christmas Gift Guide 2019: the best tech gift ideas for music and movie fans

By Becky Roberts

Gift Guides Looking for the perfect pressie for the music or film fan in your life? We've got you covered...

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9 best Christmas gift ideas for audiophiles

By Joe Cox

Gift Guides A selection of excellent present ideas for the serious music lover in your life.

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The best TVs of the 21st century

By What Hi-Fi?

We delve into our archives and dig out the best TVs - CRT, HD, 4K, LCD, plasma, OLED - we've seen since the start of the century.

12 best Christmas tech gift ideas for music fans

By Becky Roberts

Gift Guides From a budget turntable to a 25th anniversary edition box-set, here are our gift picks for music lovers this Christmas.

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The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame: 1970s

By Kob Monney

This is our pick of the best products from 1976 to 1979, featuring the Linn LP12, Sony Walkman, Technics SL1200 and more.

The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame: 1980s

By Kob Monney

This is our pick of the best products from the 1980s, featuring Dual, Wharfedale, Mission, Naim and more.

The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame: 1990s

By Kob Monney

This is our pick of the best products from 1990 to 1999, featuring the Denon DM3 micro, Pioneer A400, Pro-Ject Debut, Sennheiser HD600 and more.

The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame: 2000s

By Kob Monney

This is our pick of the best products from 2000 to 2009, featuring the KEF KHT2005, Sky+, Sonos, B&W PV-1 and more.

The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame

By Joe Cox

Updated The best What Hi-Fi? products of all time, from turntables to speakers to televisions.

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The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame: 2010s

By Joe Cox

The latest instalment of the What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame features the most influential products since 2010...

19 best Christmas tech gift ideas under £500

By Dan Sung

Gift guides Because the true meaning of Christmas is lovely presents, here is our guide to help spend £500 most wisely.

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Latest Best Buys

Best audio cables 2019: best budget to premium interconnects

By Andy Madden

best buys Upgrading your audio cables is a simple yet very effective way of giving your hi-fi system a boost. Here are our favourites.

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Best gaming TVs 2019: Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo

By What Hi-Fi?

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...

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Best USB turntables 2019: budget to premium

By Becky Scarrott

best buys Analogue and digital are different things, but that doesn't mean they can't coexist happily, as these USB decks prove.

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Best outdoor speakers 2019: portable and wireless

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The best outdoor speakers worth inviting on hikes, late lunches on the terrace – or just raking up leaves.

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Best soundbases 2019: budget TV speaker upgrades

By What Hi-Fi?

best buys Want better sound from your TV but don't want loads of speakers? Try a soundbase for size.

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Best smartphones 2019: the best phones for music and movies

By Joe Cox

best buys The best smartphones on the market for music, video, games and more.

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Best stereo amplifiers 2019: budget and premium

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys If you want great sound from a separates hi-fi system, you need to choose a top quality stereo amplifier.

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Best running headphones: great headphones for sport and the gym

By Joe Cox

Best Buys Our selection of the best running headphones, including wireless buds, noise-cancelling over-ears, and more.

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Best Apple AirPods alternatives 2019: budget to premium

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The Apple AirPods might have started the trend, but there are better - and cheaper - true wireless alternatives to consider.

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Best TVs on Amazon 2019: budget to premium

Best TVs on Amazon ahead of Black Friday 2019

By What Hi-Fi?

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

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Best wireless earbuds 2019: budget and premium

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Wireless earbuds deliver convenience, and they can sound pretty great too. We've rounded-up the best you can buy on one handy page.

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Best budget record players 2019: USB, Bluetooth

By What Hi-Fi?

best buys You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great record player. In fact, you can spend less than £100 and still come out with lovely results.

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Latest News

The best Black Friday TV deals live right now

The best Black Friday 2019 home theater and AV deals

Apple leak: iPad Pro and iPhone SE 2 could launch in first half of 2020

The best Black Friday deals live right now

Have your favourite track added to What Hi-Fi?'s Ultimate Audiophile Playlist