Adam Smith
Adam was a staff writer for What Hi-Fi?, reviewing consumer gadgets for online and print publication, as well as researching and producing features and advice pieces on new technology in the hi-fi industry. He has since worked for PC Mag as a contributing editor and is now a science and technology reporter for The Independent.
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Footage from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter shows close-ups of its surface in spectacular ultra-high definition.

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Streaming, downloads and physical sales have generated nearly as much revenue as the mid-90s Britpop era - and smart speakers might push it even higher.

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Sales forecasts are lowered and supplier orders cancelled as the HomePod stagnates next to the Amazon Echo and Google Home.

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Firmware will continue to be maintained and existing products can still be bought, but the company expects to close its doors in the summer.

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The HS2 has AirPlay, Bluetooth and support for hi-res music, with Alexa functionality coming later in the year.

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Every Bluetooth speaker you own can now become your go-to speaker when playing music from the Google Home or Home Mini, even if it doesn't have Chromecast.

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Five million new members joined the platform in 2017, with 26 million US customers watching its various shows and movies.

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With voice control on the rise, Spotify seems to want a piece of the action. Could it compete with Alexa and Siri?

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NHK is also launching the world's first 8K television channel, which will begin on December 1st.

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Those with a Premium+ subscription will be able to control their songs and play their Flow playlist using voice commands.

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It also has a periscope-like front-facing camera, a huge OLED screen, and integrated DAC and amps to save circuit board space.

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The company is aiming for something that "boasts the convenience of AirPods but with better acoustic qualities"...

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It's finally here! Sound & Vision: The Bristol Show is underway, showcasing all that's impressive the world of hi-fi and AV...

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2K screens, faster processors, AKG stereo speakers, and Android animoji could come with the Samsung S9 and S9+ when they launch at the Mobile World Conference.

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Freesat will no longer be able to show either channel - Channel 4 SD, E4, More 4, 4seven and Film 4 aren't affected.

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Oils that are diffused between the speaker’s silicone base and the wood are the cause of the white rings.

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The 2018 Winter Olympics, which officially kicks off today in PyeongChang, South Korea, is being broadcast in the UK by the BBC.

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Replacing the MC601, the MC611 power amp can deliver 600 watts. Pre-orders begin now, with UK shipping expected for March.

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The Xeo 20 and Xeo 30 oust Xeo 4 and Xeo 6, joining the Award-winning Xeo 2 in the Dynaudio range.

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Features include a CD transport, DAC, preamplifier and power amplifier, as well as aptX Bluetooth - all for £1500.

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"The replacements are ready", says Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, after the 'news' Alexa has "lost her voice".

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KEF's Award-winning LS50s now boast a brand new finish and a sprinkling of special touches.

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The HomePod will finally go on sale on Friday, 9th February - will it be the smart speaker we've been waiting for?
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