Joe is the Content Director for What Hi-Fi? and Future’s Product Testing, having previously been the Global Editor-in-Chief of What Hi-Fi?. He has worked on What Hi-Fi? across the print magazine and website for almost 20 years, writing news, reviews and features on everything from turntables to TVs, headphones to hi-fi separates. He has covered product launch events across the world, from Apple to Technics, Sony and Samsung; reported from CES, the Bristol Show, and Munich High End for many years; and written for sites such as the BBC, Stuff and The Guardian. In his spare time, he enjoys expanding his vinyl collection and cycling (not at the same time).
Latest articles by Joe Cox

By Joe Cox Published
Does an Ultra HD Blu-ray still deliver a better viewing experience than Netflix?

By Jonathan Evans Last updated
Finding yourself with more time in front of the TV? Here's our pick of the best Netflix documentaries to keep you entertained.

By Dan Sung Published
Our handy guide to turning your garden or outside space into a summer big-screen cinema with a projector.

By Joe Cox Last updated
The new iPhone SE looks like a bargain compared to many flagship phones but if you want a cheap iPhone, we think there are arguably better options.

By Joe Cox Published
You should spend around 10% of your overall budget on this crucial aspect of any hi-fi system.

By Joe Cox Published
Some of the best-selling headphones on Amazon are incredibly cheap earbuds from China. Are they as good as some people say?

By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts Published
Make the utmost use of your subscription to our favourite music streaming service...

By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts, Tom Bailey Published
This way for our pick of the best Boxing Day deals and January sales, from LG OLED TVs to Sony wireless headphones

By Joe Cox Last updated
This instalment of the What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame features the most influential products since 2010...

By Joe Cox Published
We took a tour of B&W's factory in Worthing, England to see the latest 800 Series Diamond speakers being manufactured.

By Joe Cox Last updated
Here's one way to have a speaker for every occasion...

By Joe Cox, Mary Stone Published
Ultra HD Blu-ray is the ultimate in AV performance. But what's so great about it? What equipment do you need? And what films can you watch? Read on...

By Joe Cox Published
DTS returned to cinema sound after more than two decades with DTS:X, an object-based sound technology that’s a successor to DTS HD and a rival to Dolby Atmos.

By Joe Cox Last updated
Apple has released the first new iPod Touch in four years, sporting a lower price, 256GB memory and new features.

By Joe Cox Published
Apple's ultimate audio quality option isn't compatible with the firm's flagship products.

By Joe Cox, Mary Stone Published
From Pixies to Radiohead, The Dead Weather to Soulwax, this selection of test tracks will challenge your system to sound its best.

By Joe Cox Published
The new Galaxy Book series is designed for mobility and aims to be as thin as a smartphone and as powerful as a PC.

By Joe Cox Published
Spotify HiFi is set to launch later this year, but with something missing from the spec sheet, the competition is already one step ahead.

By Joe Cox Last updated
Jack Dorsey, the co-founder of Twitter and Square CEO, is promising to make the streaming economy work for artists.

By Joe Cox Published
A selection of the best documentaries on Prime Video to inspire, entertain and expand your mind.

By Joe Cox Published
D’Angelo, FKA twigs, Björk and The Chemical Brothers are all coming to Sonos Radio HD, and there are new additions to the Sonos Sound System.

By Becky Roberts, Joe Cox Last updated
The price of the Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones seems expensive... until you consider what's on offer.

By Joe Cox Last updated
We revealed our Products of the Year, highlighted all the Best Buy winners, and announced five special Awards.
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