Kashfia Kabir

Kashfia Kabir

Kashfia is the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor of What Hi-Fi? and first joined the brand over 10 years ago. During her time in the consumer tech industry, she has reviewed hundreds of products, been to countless trade shows across the world and fallen in love with hi-fi kit much bigger than her. In her spare time, Kash can be found catching up with TV shows, tending to an ever-growing houseplant collection and hanging out with her cat Jolene.

Articles by: Kashfia Kabir

Sony unveils 'world's first' 3.1ch Dolby Atmos soundbar with virtual surround sound

By Kashfia Kabir published

The HT-ZF9 is joined by another soundbar, the HT-XF9000.

Sony WF-SP700N earbuds are the first noise-cancelling and splash-proof wireless in-ears

By Kashfia Kabir published

The WF-SP700N earbuds have a sporty nature, thanks to the splash-proof design, and will also be compatible with Google Assistant.

LG Display teases rollable 65in 4K OLED screen

By Kashfia Kabir published

From the company that brought us a "Wallpaper" OLED TV, this 65in display can be rolled up like a carpet...

LG at CES 2018: 5 key highlights, from OLED TV to CLOi the AI robot

By Kashfia Kabir published

LG kicked-off CES 2018 with the announcement of new and improved 4K OLED TVs, even more HDR modes, and a new AI brand that connects every single LG product.

Best home cinema system with a speaker package

By Kashfia Kabir published

If by 'home cinema' you genuinely mean 'cinema in the home' then there can be no half-measures...

Devialet's Phantom wireless speaker comes to the opera

By Kashfia Kabir published

In partnership with the Paris Opera, French high-end specialist Devialet has created a special edition gold-leaf version of its Phantom wireless speaker - available only at the celebrated Palais Garnier.

The best 29 products of 2017

By Kashfia Kabir published

After announcing the 104 winners of the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017 a month ago, there was just one big reveal left: the winners of our prestigious Product of the Year title.

Get the lowdown on our Readers' Award 2017 contenders

By Kashfia Kabir published

Everything you need to know about the 10 products up for our Readers' Award this year is here, in a handy guide to the runners and riders...

11 of the best things we saw at IFA 2017

By Kashfia Kabir published

From giant new OLED TVs and roll-up screens to numerous smart speakers and a Technics turntable, here are some of our favourite products from this year's IFA show in Berlin.

JVC unveils new 4K HDR projectors and red special edition DLA-20LTD

By Kashfia Kabir published

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of its D-ILA chip, JVC has launched the DLA-X9900, DLA-X7900 and DLA-X5900 projectors – and a limited edition red DLA-20LTD.

Philips launches True Wireless earbuds and BASS+ headphone range

By Kashfia Kabir published

Philips has launched a number of new headphones at IFA 2017, including a fully wireless pair of earbuds for €130.

Epson EH-LS100 laser projector delivers 130in image from 6cm

By Kashfia Kabir published

Along with the laser EH-LS100, Epson has announced 12 new models - five of which are dedicated home cinema projectors, available late 2017.

Sony's new Google Assistant smart speaker costs £200

By Kashfia Kabir published

Sony has launched its first Google Assistant smart speaker at IFA 2017, featuring Bluetooth and wi-fi streaming, 360-degree sound and gesture controls.

Philips unveils quantum dot 8000 series and flagship 65in 4K OLED TV

By Kashfia Kabir published

The 8602 quantum dot 4K TV features Ambilight and an integrated soundbar, and comes in 55in and 65in screen sizes.

Ortofon unveils new £3100 MC Windfeld Ti cartridge

By Kashfia Kabir published

The new moving coil cartridge uses a titanium core and 'the finest diamond in the world'.

Roberts celebrates its 85th anniversary with a turntable

By Kashfia Kabir published

Roberts Radio is well known for its retro and smart radios, but it has unveiled a feature-packed RT100 turntable for £250.

Munich High End Show 2017 in pictures

By Kashfia Kabir published

The Munich High End Show celebrates the very best of hi-fi - from new product launches by popular brands to wonderfully crazy kit from niche companies. Here are our highlights from this year's show.

Monitor Audio unveils all-new sixth generation Silver series

By Kashfia Kabir published

The nine-model range features two standmounters, three floorstanders, two new centre channels, a surround speaker and an active subwoofer.

Sony 2017 TVs, 4K, HD, OLED – everything you need to know

By Kashfia Kabir published

Sony has six Ultra HD 4K TV ranges and four Full HD lines in 2017 and that's before you add the company's first 4K OLED TVs to the equation. Do the math and that's 11 new Sony TV ranges in total. Read on for prices, availability and specs, and recent announcements regarding HDR and a brand new XE70 series of entry-level 4K sets...

Sonus Faber unveils high-end Homage Tradition range of speakers

By Kashfia Kabir published

The Homage Tradition updates the Amati and Guarneri speakers from the company’s iconic 1990s Homage range and introduces a brand-new Serafino floorstander.

Philips has announced its latest OLED 4K UHD television

By Kashfia Kabir published

Philips' new OLED 9002 has 4K HDR picture quality, three-sided Ambilight and Android TV functionality

Revo unveils its first wireless speaker, the SoundStage

By Kashfia Kabir published

The Bluetooth-enabled SoundStage can deliver 2.1 stereo sound, features USB charging and will cost £400

Totem Acoustic reveals £2200 Sky speakers

By Kashfia Kabir published

The Totem Sky is a pair of compact, two-way standmount speakers costing £2200 and available in three finishes

GoldenEar reveals Triton Reference flagship speakers

By Kashfia Kabir published

These tall floorstanders cut a statuesque figure, but what's even more impressive are the 10 (yes, 10!) drivers packed into each cabinet...

Sony launches new NW-A35 Walkman

By Kashfia Kabir published

The new NW-A35 Walkman supports hi-res audio, DSD, and sports impressive 45-hour battery life from a single charge...