Lewis Empson
Lewis Empson is a Senior Staff Writer on What Hi-Fi?. He was previously Gaming and Digital editor for Cardiff University's 'Quench Magazine', Lewis graduated in 2021 and has since worked on a selection of lifestyle magazines and regional newspapers. Outside of work, he enjoys gaming, gigs and regular cinema trips.
Latest articles by Lewis Empson

Which Amazon Fire TV Stick should you buy?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Our thoughts on Amazon's extensive range of affordable video streamers and which ones you should really consider.

Amazon's Award-winning 4K Fire TV Stick is the hottest Black Friday deal we've seen yet
By Lewis Empson published
Get this Product of the Year winner for under £50

Is 2025 the year I finally invest in a small OLED TV? It all hinges on the perfect Black Friday deal
By Lewis Empson published
I'm waiting for a saving that's truly worth it

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: grab the best home cinema and AV products of the year right here
By Lewis Empson published
These products will make your movies and TV shows shine

Best surround sound systems 2025: home cinema speakers and soundbars put to the test
By Lewis Empson last updated
best buys Looking for the perfect home theatre set-up? From powered speakers to soundbars to 5.1 packages, our experts have tested the best for all budgets.

The Black Friday deal I'm recommending to my friends is on a five-year-old pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Here's why
By Lewis Empson published
Sony's five-star cans still have plenty of life left in them

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: Sony and Marantz defend their titles in the best home cinema amplifiers category
By Lewis Empson published
It's been a quiet year for one of our loudest categories

Best LG C4 deals: get the 5-star OLED TV at the lowest price
By Tom Parsons last updated
Last year's C-series OLED is still a great buy now – especially at these prices

Best AV receivers 2025: the top home cinema amplifiers we've tested
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys From Dolby Atmos to HDMI 2.1, get the surround sound system you deserve with our list of the top AV amplifiers we've tried and tested.

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: KEF's new 5.1 system reminds us why we love surround sound speaker packages
By Lewis Empson published
Wharfedale, Bowers & Wilkins and Dali also make a return

Physical media fans assemble! Panasonic's five-star 4K Blu-ray players are on sale for Black Friday
By Lewis Empson published
Who needs streaming with savings like these?

The best Dolby Atmos soundbar system is on sale for Black Friday – but I think the price could drop even lower if you wait
By Lewis Empson published
An £800 saving is nice, but it could get even better

Sony's wireless Dolby Atmos speaker system has dropped to its lowest-ever price – and now I think it's worth buying
By Lewis Empson published
An £800 saving addresses our biggest issue with the Quad system

I've had a sneak peek at the future of HDR10+, and I think Samsung's Dolby Vision 2 rival has a bright future ahead
By Lewis Empson published
Just in time for super-bright Micro RGB TVs

Samsung announces its answer to Dolby Vision 2 – and it's coming sooner than you think
By Lewis Empson published
HDR10+ Advanced is coming soon

The 40 best Dolby Atmos movie scenes to test your home cinema surround sound system
By Robyn Quick, Tom Parsons, Lewis Empson last updated
We run down our favourite film scenes that need to be heard in Dolby Atmos.

Sony Bravia Projector 7 (VPL-XW5100ES)
By Lewis Empson published
Sony’s latest entry in its Bravia Projector series is another compelling way to bring the cinema home.

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: a new smart stick joins our favourite 4K streaming box
By Lewis Empson published
Plus, Sky Stream joins the party

Sony Xperia 1 VII
By Lewis Empson published
Can Sony deliver another smartphone that’s focused on delivering a top-notch AV experience?

Best streaming services for movies and TV shows 2025
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys Amazon Prime Video? Disney+? Netflix? We put them all to the test to find the best streaming service all-rounder.

Best smartphones 2025: the best phones for music and movies
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys The best phones on the market for music, video, games, photography and more...

Yamaha True X Surround 90A
By Lewis Empson published
Yamaha has launched its most premium Dolby Atmos soundbar system to date – how does it fare in our testing room?

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: Tidal celebrates a decade as our favourite music service, while Apple claims a spot previously held by Disney
By Lewis Empson published
Two services, but there can only be one Product of the Year winner
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