
Joe Svetlik
Joe has been writing about tech for 20 years, first on staff at T3 magazine, then in a freelance capacity for Stuff, The Sunday Times Travel Magazine (now defunct), Men's Health, GQ, The Mirror, Trusted Reviews, TechRadar and many more. His specialities include all things mobile, headphones and speakers that he can't justifying spending money on.
Latest articles by Joe Svetlik

Best projectors 2025: 4K, Full HD, ultra short throw
By Lewis Empson last updated
Get the authentic big-screen movie night experience

Brace yourself! Here's why the iPhone 17 will probably see the first price rise since the iPhone 12
By Joe Svetlik published
It's looking increasingly likely that the iPhone 17 will cost more than the current model.

Your AirPods could soon translate foreign languages live
By Joe Svetlik published
A leak suggests the Live Translation feature is coming to AirPods...

Could Apple TV+'s immersive dinosaur experience be the future of cinema?
By Joe Svetlik published
If cinemas want to survive in the age of streaming, they need to offer something you can't get at home.

Tiny Vinyl: a new cute and eco-friendly way to enjoy your favourite records
By Joe Svetlik published
These collectable Tiny Vinyl records work on a standard record player, but are a fraction of the size of a 12-inch.

iPhone 17 Pro preview: everything we know so far about Apple's next flagship phone
By Esat Dedezade last updated
The iPhone 17 Pro is rumoured to launch in September. Here's what to expect.

iPhone 17: price predictions, spec rumours and all the features we expect to see
By Joe Svetlik last updated
We're just a month away from the rumoured iPhone 17 launch. Here's what to expect.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) vs QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: which are best?
By Esat Dedezade, Joe Svetlik last updated
Bose's entry-level noise-cancelling wireless earbuds are impressive, but how do they compare to the flagship model?

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs QuietComfort Earbuds (2024): how do they compare?
By Joe Svetlik published
Should you buy Bose's flagship earbuds, or would the cheaper pair suit you just fine?

Sonos devices are about to get more expensive
By Joe Svetlik published
US tariffs on the Sonos manufacturing hubs of Vietnam and Malaysia mean prices will rise for consumers.

Sony trademarks '1000X The Collexion' – could special edition XM6 headphones be incoming?
By Joe Svetlik published
Sony's latest trademark suggests it could launch more '1000X'-branded products like Walkmans or speakers.

I tested the Sonos Arc Ultra with the Ace headphones – here are four things I like, and two things I don't
By Joe Svetlik published
The perfect home cinema combination?

This future AirPods feature could make them the headphones of choice for vinyl lovers
By Joe Svetlik published
A new Apple patent reveals a touchscreen AirPods case that connects to a turntable.

LG OLED48C5 vs OLED48C4: which small OLED TV is better?
By Joe Svetlik published
The C5 is another five-star winner, but is it much better than the cheaper model from last year?

Marshall Heston 120 vs Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9: which soundbar should you buy?
By Esat Dedezade last updated
Marshall's first soundbar squares up against Sony's Award-winning flagship

Best Sony soundbars 2025: these are the five our reviewers recommend
By Joe Svetlik last updated
best buys Sony makes some of the best soundbars in the business, including immersive Dolby Atmos models – here are our favourites.

Best gaming TVs 2025: ideal companions for the PS5, Xbox and PC put to the test
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys Take your gaming to the next level with these awesome gaming TVs.

Best 55-inch TVs 2025: 4K HDR OLED, Mini LED and LCD sets, tried and tested
By Tom Parsons last updated
best buys These are the best 55-inch TVs around right now, featuring smart, 4K, HDR and OLED 55-inch TVs.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which five-star earbuds should you buy?
By Joe Svetlik published
Bose's second-gen QC Ultra Earbuds earned five stars, but are they better than Sony's reigning pair?

LG G5 vs C5: which 2025 LG OLED TV should you buy?
By Esat Dedezade last updated
Should you go for the flagship Primary RGB Tandem OLED, or the step-down 'standard' OLED?

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs QC Ultra Earbuds (1st Gen): which noise-cancelling buds are better?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
More advanced noise cancellation comes to these second-gen Bose buds. But are they worth the extra?

Sony Bravia 8 II vs Bravia 9: what's new with Sony's latest TV?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
How does Sony's new step-down model compare to its range-topper? And which should you buy?

Best cheap wireless headphones 2025, tested by our experts
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys Save money without sacrificing sound quality with our pick of the best cheap wireless headphones around.
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