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

Samsung bites back against TCL and Hisense by launching its own 115-inch Mini LED TV
By Lewis Empson published
Big screens with big price tags

Best soundbars 2025: options for every need, recommended by our experts
By Robyn Quick, Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys Our experts pick the very best soundbars to help you boost your home cinema sound, no matter your budget.

Do you really need a new TV? These 3 simple tips are eco-friendly solutions that could also save you money
By Lewis Empson published
Stop! Try these before you bin your TV

This Award-winning 4K projector delivers a fuss-free cinematic image that you'll love – and it's £150 off right now
By Lewis Empson published
The W1800 is a gem of a projector, and it's even cheaper than usual

I set up a garden cinema with Xgimi's latest portable projector – it was going so well, before one thing let it down
By Lewis Empson published
Its big portable feature is also a bit of a letdown

A new Apple TV 4K could finally be on the way – these are the upgrades I'd like to see
By Lewis Empson published
Complete with a powerful processor that supports AI features

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

Apple Music is great, but it could be even better if it swiped this one key streaming feature from Spotify
By Lewis Empson published
AirPlay could learn a thing or two from Spotify Connect

IFA 2025 is fast approaching – here's what we're hoping to see
By Lewis Empson published
Hopes are high for new TVs, headphones and projectors

Panasonic Z90B (TV-48Z90B)
By Alastair Stevenson published
Can Panasonic bring its “as the director intended” magic to small OLED TVs with the Z90B?

PS4 support could finally be coming to an end – but don't worry if you're still using one to play Blu-ray discs
By Lewis Empson published
The PS4 should still soldier on as a Blu-ray player

Samsung's new super-premium TV features an all-new panel technology that could dethrone OLED – though it doesn't come cheap
By Lewis Empson published
Say hello to Micro RGB

I spent 10 hours on trains listening to the Sony WH-1000XM6 – and it convinced me to upgrade my beloved XM4 headphones
By Lewis Empson published
A noisy train journey was all it took...

Yamaha, LG and Onkyo: the five biggest AV and hi-fi announcements that have caught our attention this month
By Lewis Empson published
And Cambridge Audio's revised noise-cancelling headphones

This outstanding projector saving is a contender for the best home cinema deal of the year – but it's only available for a limited time
By Lewis Empson published
Save a jaw-dropping £900

Xgimi's latest portable projector is discounted for a limited time – don't miss out!
By Lewis Empson published
Get £80 off this plucky portable projector

Yamaha True X Surround 90A
By Lewis Empson published
Not yet ratedYamaha's new soundbar system proves you can teach an old dog new tricks

Yamaha has gone back to its very first soundbar for its latest Dolby Atmos system, and I think that's a brilliant idea
By Lewis Empson published
It's marking 20 years of soundbars by blending old and new

Yamaha's new Dolby Atmos soundbar system promises to take home cinema to new heights (literally)
By Lewis Empson published
The True X Surround 90A is a bit of a mouthful

Samsung S90F (QE48S90F)
By Alastair Stevenson published
Competitive pricing, small size, flawless gaming specifications; there’s a lot to like about Samsung’s step-down OLED.

The cheapest Sonos soundbar is a massive upgrade on your TV's speakers – and it's down to a great price right now
By Lewis Empson published
The Ray is a cheap and effective soundbar for Sonos fans

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung’s latest smartphone is its most convincing foldable yet, but does it deliver a flipping good AV experience?

Best outdoor projectors 2025: top models reviewed and rated
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys Want to bring big-screen thrills to your backyard? Here's our pick of the best outdoor projectors for 2025.
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