
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

9 stand-out tracks we've been enjoying in the What Hi-Fi? test rooms
By Harry McKerrell published
Now Playing returns for its third instalment, with new bangers and some old school classics for you and your hi-fi to enjoy.

JBL Flip 7 vs JBL Flip 6: which five-star Bluetooth speaker is better?
By Harry McKerrell last updated
A new Flip speaker is big news. But what improvements does the Flip 7 have over the Flip 6?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: how do the flagship phones compare?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Can Samsung's improvements elevate the S25 Ultra above Apple's top-of-the-range iPhone?

Google TV Streamer vs Apple TV 4K: which streaming device is better?
By Joe Svetlik published
Which streamer should earn a place under your TV: the Google TV Streamer or Apple TV 4K?

JBL Flip 6 dips below £80 for the first time this year
By Joe Svetlik published
£79 for the JBL Flip 6 is a great deal – and the biggest discount so far this year.

Napster is back and promising music streaming, listening parties, merch and tickets
By Joe Svetlik published
Napster has been acquired by Infinite Reality, and will gain a new social focus.

Sony Bravia Projector 8 vs JVC DLA-NZ800: which ultra-premium projector is better?
By Joe Svetlik published
Because if you're spending this much on a projector, you want the best one possible.

Qobuz reveals average payout per stream – and claims it is higher than rivals
By Joe Svetlik published
Qobuz claims it's the first streaming platform to have its average payout rate per stream officially validated.

The Google Pixel 9a launches at £100 less than the iPhone 16e with a better screen
By Joe Svetlik published
Google's new mid-range phone undercuts the iPhone 16e significantly, and goes on sale next month.

5 tricks to breathe new life into your old TV
By Joe Svetlik published
You don't need a new TV to upgrade your viewing – try these cheap (or free) tricks to enhance your experience.

It's Prime time! The Amazon Spring Deal Days sale is next week
By Joe Svetlik published
A whole week of deals is coming our way, with the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale taking place 25th-31st March.

Oh, this old thing? It's just a watch inspired by the Technics SL-1200 record player
By Joe Svetlik published
With a tonearm as the minute hand, this Technics SL-1200-inspired watch shows an impressive attention to detail.

Samsung to launch its first bone conduction headphones this summer, report says
By Joe Svetlik published
A leak says Samsung will release bone conduction headphones alongside its next foldable phone.

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.

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?

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...

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
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