
Alastair Stevenson
Alastair is What Hi-Fi?’s editor in chief. He has well over a decade’s experience as a journalist working in both B2C and B2B press. During this time he’s covered everything from the launch of the first Amazon Echo to government cyber security policy. Prior to joining What Hi-Fi? he served as Trusted Reviews’ editor-in-chief. Outside of tech, he has a Masters from King’s College London in Ethics and the Philosophy of Religion, is an enthusiastic, but untalented, guitar player and runs a webcomic in his spare time.
Latest articles by Alastair Stevenson

Apple Event 2025: the new iPhone 16e (not SE 4), but no new HomePod or AirPods
By Alastair Stevenson last updated

The iPhone 16e could be a fantastic music player – but we have some big questions
By Alastair Stevenson published
Once again we’ll have to get Apple’s latest iPhone in for testing to find out what, if any, audio upgrades it has made

3 audio Temptations to look out for at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2025
By Alastair Stevenson published
Our team’s got a hitlist of Temptation-level hi-fi to check out at this year’s Bristol Hi-Fi Show

Here’s why I’ll be sprinting to hear the Wharfedale Super Linton at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show
By Alastair Stevenson published
The Wharfedale Super Linton speakers are an exciting release that I can’t wait to hear – here’s why

Rewind: hi-fi treats from McIntosh and TEAC, Sky Glass TV Gen 2, Apple launch announcement and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
Our hi-fi and home cinema experts had to write a lot of news last week….

One movie, two cinema experiences: how watching Nosferatu taught me a valuable AV lesson
By Robyn Quick published
Sound really makes all the difference

3 Apple audio and home cinema products we want, but probably won't see, at the iPhone SE 4's anticipated launch
By Alastair Stevenson published
Our team detail the top Apple products we want, but almost certainly won’t see, at Apple’s next event

The new iPhone SE 4 could be cool – but I want a proper OLED Apple TV
By Alastair Stevenson published
Recent iPhones are fantastic portable music players, but Apple needs to up its home cinema game

I’ve tested some of the best and the big problem with Mini LED TVs is they try too hard
By Alastair Stevenson published
There’s a lot to like about Mini LED, but I’ve spotted two mistakes that keep happening.

Sky should have resurrected a key hi-fi partnership with its Glass Gen 2 TV
By Alastair Stevenson published
Based on my experience, In-built TV speakers can only take you so far…

Sky says it's not after OLED TV buyers with Glass Gen 2 – and I think that's a mistake
By Alastair Stevenson published
An OLED from Sky makes a lot of sense in the current market

Rewind: five-star wireless headphones for audiophiles, why Apple should buy an OLED TV heavyweight and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
All the top hi-fi and home cinema headlines from last week in one handy place.

The Super Bowl in Dolby Atmos could be a match made in heaven – but only if they don't fumble the play
By Alastair Stevenson published
I’ve watched loads of sports in Dolby Atmos, and not all of the experiences were great…

Pick of the Month: five-star Dali wireless headphones, Technics earbuds plus a hi-fi surprise
By Alastair Stevenson published
These are the top scoring hi-fi and home cinema products we reviewed last month.

Sony Bravia 8 (K65XR80)
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
Updated The Bravia 8 is the only new OLED TV from Sony this year, but can it fill the shoes of its Award-winning predecessor?

This five-star Dolby Atmos soundbar's price tag has dropped by £400
By Robyn Quick published
The five-star Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9 is selling for its lowest price ever, boasting £400 off its usual price.

Now Playing: 6 songs we've been listening to in the What Hi-Fi? test rooms
By Harry McKerrell published
Our new monthly playlist includes fresh releases from The Weather Station and Coheed And Cambria, as well as go-to classics from the likes of Massive Attack and Macklemore.

Is hi-fi getting better? The What Hi-Fi? team wants to know your thoughts!
By Alastair Stevenson published
We want to hear your thoughts on a key question plaguing many hi-fi fans minds!

In for Review: the B&W Zeppelin Pro Edition, Theatre Bar 8 and more tested
By Alastair Stevenson published
Welcome to the first entry of the What Hi-Fi? team’s In for Review column!

Rewind: Next-generation OLED TVs, our verdict on Dali’s latest speakers and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
All the latest hi-fi and home cinema news in one handy digest.

One of the UK's most iconic cinemas is under threat – and it needs your help
By Robyn Quick published
The Prince Charles Cinema is a gem for movie lovers across the UK, and it's facing the threat of closure.

Sony's new open earbuds are good, but we are sticking with our older recommendation – for now
By Alastair Stevenson published
We’ve just tested the new Sony LinkBuds Open (WF-L910) and, while they’re an improvement, they’re too expensive right now.

Philips has finally fixed one of my biggest problems with most flagship OLED TVs
By Alastair Stevenson published
The Philips OLED950 is here, and I’m most excited about something it has taken away, rather than added to its flagship set.
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