
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

Sony PS5 Pro: release date, price, features and more
By Joe Svetlik, Esat Dedezade last updated
The PS5 Pro is official, and it has some impressive upgrades across the board. Here's everything you need to know...

The best hi-fi and home audio deals 2025
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Deals Check out all the best hi-fi and home audio deals live right now, hand-picked by our team of experts.

Sonos set-top streaming box: rumours, leaks and our wishlist for the Apple TV rival
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Sonos is reportedly venturing into the video streamer space with a pricey proposition

5 great reasons to go to your local hi-fi shop instead of shopping online
By Joe Svetlik published
Shopping in-person has many benefits, like personalised advice and help if something goes wrong.

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.

Philips OLED810 vs LG C5: how do these mid-range OLED TVs compare?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Philips' new mid-range OLED TV looks impressive, but is it more exciting than LG's new C5?

Best Sony TVs 2025: 6 top OLED and Mini LED models recommended by our experts
By Tom Parsons last updated
best buys The best Sony TVs we've tried and tested

The Google TV Streamer just fixed its biggest flaw
By Joe Svetlik published
This essential app has finally come to Google's streaming device, six months after launching.

I love the idea of wi-fi headphones – but some big questions need answering
By Joe Svetlik published
The first wi-fi wireless headphones promise much – but I have some reservations.

This moving coil cartridge costs as much as a family hatchback
By Joe Svetlik published
The Clearaudio Diamond Jubilee MC certainly lives up to its name...

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.

How to use active noise-cancelling headphones safely (and why it's important to do so)
By Joe Svetlik published
Experts have warned that ANC could negatively affect your hearing. Here's how to protect it while wearing headphones.

7 top test tracks that celebrate the iconic Moog synthesizer
By Joe Svetlik published
Featuring The Beatles, Donna Summer, Parliament and more

iPad Air M3 vs iPad Pro M4: what's the difference?
By Joe Svetlik published
Should you opt for the cheaper Air or super powerful Pro?

7 test tracks that have been playing on repeat in the What Hi-Fi? test rooms
By Harry McKerrell published
This month's instalment of our monthly playlist includes fresh tracks from Doechii and Lady Gaga alongside deep cuts from Radiohead and Thundercat.

Best iPads 2025: big and small, budget to premium, all reviewed by experts
By Lewis Empson last updated
Here are the best iPads on the market, from the iPad Mini all the way up to the Pro.

Tempted by the iPhone 15 or 16? We'll run you through your options.
By Joe Svetlik published
Your upgrade path laid out

The world's first wi-fi earbuds are here... but there's a catch
By Joe Svetlik published
96kHz/24bit lossless audio at up to 4.2Mbps bandwidth sounds great. But here's the rub.

This latest Sony WH-1000XM6 leak suggests they will launch soon
By Joe Svetlik published
Importer filings have revealed what could be some key details on the upcoming cans...

Best Elac speakers 2025: tested and reviewed by our experts
By Joe Svetlik last updated
The best Elac speakers we've heard deliver maximum performance for minimum money. Here are our favourites.

The iconic 1972 concert film 'Pink Floyd: Live At Pompeii' has been remastered for 4K IMAX
By Joe Svetlik published
Pink Floyd are coming to an IMAX near you, with a fully restored 4K version from the original 35mm film.

WiiM Ultra vs WiiM Pro Plus: which five-star music streamer is the best option for you?
By Joe Svetlik published
WiiM makes hugely versatile and affordable music streamers. But which five-star model should you buy?

This Award-winning 85-inch TCL Mini LED TV is unbelievably cheap right now
By Tom Parsons published
An 85-inch Mini LED TV with Dolby Vision and HDMI 2.1 for just £1049? Holy smokes!
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