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- January 30
- January 29
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- Are wireless home cinemas finally going mainstream? A check-in on cable-free TV setups
- This speaker is named after the finest champagne – and promises to be even more refined
- I was too young to be fully immersed in the 3D TV boom – but watching Avatar made me wish the tech hadn't bombed
- JBL has resurrected one of its iconic retro hi-fi speakers to celebrate its 80th
- Onkyo GX-30ARC review
- January 28
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- Fyne Audio F500E AV Pack 2 review
- Arcam ST25 vs Cambridge Audio EXN100: which premium music streamer should you buy?
- Dolby Vision 2's Authentic Motion isn't what I was expecting, and I'm not sure how to feel about it
- Tribit’s budget noise-cancelling headphones can play music for nearly five days straight!
- Sonos announces a new integrator-friendly streaming amplifier for complex home audio solutions
- The king of portable headphone DACs is dead – but what a run it had
- What is a CD transport? How is it different from a CD player?
- Pro-Ject's compact box of tricks has all the connections you'll need for modern audio sources
- Ruark's 40th anniversary radiogram is seriously stylish, tantalisingly exclusive and packed with streaming smarts
- January 27
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- LG has revealed pricing for its Sound Suite Dolby Atmos system – and let’s just say it had better sound great
- Sennheiser's new budget headphones will work easier with your phone thanks to this simple change
- Put off by an OLED's upfront cost? This new LG subscription could be a worthwhile solution
- iPhone 18: price and release date predictions, spec rumours and everything we know so far
- Aurender A1000 review
- Nagra's latest preamplifier packs reference-inspired engineering for "enhanced transparency" and "superior detail"
- Sennheiser HDB 630 vs Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3: which premium wireless headphones reign supreme?
- Manhattan's new TiVo-powered 4K streamer has a trick up its sleeve for fans of live TV
- January 26
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- Audeze's high-end planar magnetic headphones are designed to deliver a "powerful, lifelike bass response"
- Majority looks to rival JBL’s best with launch of affordable, feature-packed Bluetooth speakers
- Roksan's range-topping amplifier duo promise "breathtaking musicality" along with BluOS streaming
- Big changes for Sony TVs, a hint at affordable OLEDs, new turntables and more
- January 24
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- January 22
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- I'm surprised and confused by Sony's new turntable line-up – here's why
- Sony lifts the lid on two new Bluetooth turntables with sleek, minimalist designs
- Could this rollable OLED concept signal the end of black bars on TVs?
- Mission's new CD transport completes the 778 Series, promises "uncompromised fidelity"
- LG's 2026 TV lineup really excites me – but normal-sized TVs are getting left behind
- Marshall's dinky streaming hub brings wireless multi-room and vinyl support to its rock'n'roll Bluetooth speakers
- Our latest three-star TV review is a bigger deal than you think
- FiiO's colourful cans are a funky throwback to the on-ear headphones of the past
- Attention all vinyl fans, we have three new recommended speakers to make your turntable shine
- Sennheiser's clever headphones bundle lets you stream TV audio wirelessly to your ears
- January 21
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- Spotify no longer serves my needs, so I’m switching to Tidal instead
- Sony wants a slice of the wireless wearable audio pie with its LinkBuds Clip earbuds
- The day after: our experts weigh in on Sony and TCL's new deal to share their thoughts, questions and concerns
- Bowers & Wilkins’ 700 Series speaker range just gained a special bookshelf model
- Huawei FreeClip 2 review
- Meze's premium over-ears deploy newly-tuned dynamic drivers for an "articulate, emotionally engaging" listen
- What is JBL PartyBoost? Is it the same as Connect+ and Auracast?
- January 20
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- Is Spotify Lossless truly lossless?
- Matt Damon says Netflix is dumbing films down – and it’s changing how movies are made
- Spotify’s US prices set to rise again
- This Pro-Ject Scorpions Turntable will rock you like a hurricane
- Philips OLED760 (65OLED760) review
- Sony is selling its home entertainment business to TCL – but what does this mean for future Bravia TVs?
- Sony Bravia 8 II vs Philips OLED910: a flagship OLED TV battle for the ages
- LG Display has a new hope for cheaper OLED TVs, and it's taking the fight directly to Mini LED
- Hands on: TCL C8L / QM8L review
- The iDSD Phantom DAC promises iFi’s “most accomplished” audio yet
- I listened to iFi’s Rolls Royce-inspired music streamer – and it promises a luxury ride for your headphones and hi-fi
- January 19
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- January 16
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- WiiM Amp Ultra review
- Calling all prog fans! Pink Floyd At Pompeii MCMLXXII is coming to 4K Blu-ray next month with Dolby Atmos
- Hands on: Hisense 116UXS review
- Austrian Audio's open-backed headphones are built to bring flagship engineering to a more accessible price point
- This musical biopic has scored a Golden Globe nomination – and it's about to land on streaming
- Mission's first-ever music streamer is a versatile, half-width design that promises “heavenly sound”
- Stranger Things has sent ’80s classics back into the charts – but has it done the same for turntables and vinyl?
- Speaker stands are far more important than you might think
- January 15
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- Audio Pro's revamped wireless speakers combine a raft of streaming options with a “pure, bold sound”
- NAD's new retro-inspired amps are a more affordable take on the C 3050
- Campfire Audio marks 10-year anniversary with an eye-catching twist on its high-end wired earbuds
- Samsung's latest update will allow budding musicians to learn the guitar from the comfort of their TV
- Hands on: LG C6 review
- January 14
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- I just had my favourite Dolby Atmos experience in years, and it had nothing to do with home cinema
- Hands on: LG W6 review
- New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: superb hi-fi and home cinema systems from Award-winning kit
- Pro-Ject’s new amplifiers promise to supercharge your wired headphones experience
- Eversolo launches square bookshelf speakers that promise a “holographic soundstage”
- Netflix is culling a bunch of its originals – and it only highlights the necessity of physical media
- January 13
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- Toshiba XF9F (55XF9F53DB) review
- Epson's latest flagship UST projector promises a huge, bright and sharp picture with Bose-tuned sound to match
- Kick off your 2026 in style with our list of the 7 best test tracks getting us through January
- Superb hi-fi deal sees first major discount for Award-winning five-star floorstanders
- Marantz's new AV preamp and power amp duo are coming – and they are taking inspiration from an Award-winning model
- Australian Open live stream 2026: how to watch tennis free online and TV, start times, seeds, schedule
- Apple AirPods Pro 3 review
- January 12
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- In For Review: retro-inspired Quad amplifier, brand new 4K projector, and high-end Rega pre/power
- Hands on: LG G6 review
- “It has to be dead, so you know what you’re hearing out of the speakers is exactly what is coming out.” Jools Holland on hi-fi, soundproofing and second-hand studio kit
- New Onkyo hi-fi, OLED TVs galore, a fresh KEF rival (and more) appear at the world’s biggest tech show
- January 10
- January 9
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- CES 2026 Best of Show: our favourite OLED TVs, Dolby Atmos soundbars, projectors and hi-fi speakers from the Consumer Electronics Show
- LG 2026 TV lineup: everything you need to know
- LG QNED93 vs Sony Bravia 7: which Mini LED TV should you buy?
- CES is almost at an end, but where have all the new Dolby Atmos soundbars gone?
- ProAc K3 review
- Cambridge Audio L/R X vs KEF LS50 Wireless II: how do these wireless speaker systems compare on paper?
- Hi-fi and luxury have always been intertwined, but is style as important as sonic substance?
- January 8
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- Epson EH-LS12000 vs EH-QB1000: which five-star 4K projector should you buy?
- FiiO S15 review
- Last year’s OLED TVs were about pure performance; this year, there’s a bigger differentiator
- AWOL’s new ultra-short-throw 4K projectors promise something unheard of: a true, sharp, 200-inch image
- One of the biggest streaming services is adding vertical video – and I'm not happy
- Bose extends the life of its SoundTouch speakers following backlash – here's which features will still work
- January 7
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- New leaks suggest Sony XM6 wireless earbuds are just weeks away
- Finally, Onkyo has teased a new AV receiver – but its rivals shouldn't be worried yet
- Hands on: TCL RM9L review
- Can Fender’s headphones succeed where past hi-fi and guitar heavyweights' offerings have struggled?
- Hands on: TCL X11L (85X11L) review
- Nuts! The world's smallest noise cancelling earbuds aren't much bigger than a peanut
- Samsung's new projector could be an improvement on its predecessor, but there's one feature still missing
- Amazon is following LG and Samsung's lead with its latest TV – but is that a good thing?
- Philips 2026 OLED TVs have been announced early – and will support one big feature that LG's models won't
- Iconic Harman Kardon Soundsticks get Wi-Fi and hi-res audio streaming for their latest iteration
- Motorola's versatile wireless speaker boasts Bose tuning for a “balanced, detailed and crisp” sound
- I’m itching for the AirPods Max wireless headphones to get a proper sequel – here’s why
- January 6
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- Hisense’s latest TVs use extra coloured sub-pixels to tempt buyers in 2026
- JBL’s clip-on open earbuds could be a stylish, comfortable alternative to traditional wireless buds
- Three TV brands have confirmed support for Dolby Vision 2 – but there’s a big one missing
- Audio-Technica's new AT-LP7X turntable offers ample versatility in a sleek, modern design
- We have already spotted one big issue with the LG C6 OLED TV, but I’m still tempted by it
- Klipsch’s feature-packed range of powered speakers boasts precision engineering from Onkyo
- Onkyo celebrates its 80th anniversary with all-new Muse streaming amplifiers
- Onkyo and Klipsch tease upcoming hi-fi products for big 80th anniversary year
- Forget RGB Mini LED – TCL has just announced SQD Mini LED TVs
- Xgimi's newest 4K home cinema projector is here – but it's up against some big hitters
- Hands on: Samsung HW-QS90H review
- Samsung follows up its Award-winning Q990D soundbar and launches a rival to the Sonos Arc Ultra
- Sony Bravia 3 65-inch (K65S35BP) review
- Cambridge Audio wants to make a Naim for itself in KEF’s backyard – here’s how
- Samsung's new Music Studio wireless speakers have a touch of Ikea about them
- FiiO's hi-res portable music player aims to reward listeners with "uncompromising sound quality"
- Hands on: Cambridge Audio L/R X review
- Cambridge Audio takes on KEF with its first-ever active wireless stereo speaker systems
- Shokz claims its flagship open-ear wireless earbuds are its "most revolutionary" design ever
- Move over Apple and Netflix, another streaming service is getting a key Dolby technology first
- January 5
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- LG's Wallpaper OLED TV is finally back and fancier than ever before
- Anker claims its latest pair of wireless earbuds are the first of their kind
- The LG G6 OLED TV is brighter than the G5 and blacker in ambient light – but it doesn’t support Dolby Vision 2
- CES 2026 live: we’ve got the inside scoop on new OLED TVs, Dolby Atmos treats and more
- The new LG C6 OLED TV features Primary RGB Tandem panel tech – there's just one problem…
- Samsung unveils its 2026 TV lineup, headlined by an eye-catching new OLED and its biggest Micro RGB model to date
- LG's expanded roster of Bluetooth speakers includes a military-grade adventurer and a powerful party-starter
- Hands on: Samsung S95H review
- January 3
- January 2
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- Samsung announces a new portable projector ahead of CES 2026 that bets big on AI
- Legendary guitar maker Fender releases its first consumer headphones and speakers
- Forget the Sony Bravia 8 II – this five-star flagship OLED TV rival is available for hundreds less
- Sennheiser headphones, an affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar, a “proper” home cinema projector and more earn five stars
- January 1
