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

The Award-winning Sonos Arc is back on sale for Black Friday, but you shouldn't buy it – check out these five-star alternatives instead
By Lewis Empson published
Opt for these five-star alternatives instead

The five-star Dolby Atmos soundbar that I use every day is on sale right now – and it's cheaper than the Sonos Arc Ultra
By Lewis Empson published
Sennheiser's superb Dolby Atmos soundbar is a great alternative

Looking for an all-new five-star home cinema set-up? This What Hi-Fi? approved system is made from the top Black Friday AV deals
By Lewis Empson published
We've hand-selected our favourite Black Friday deals to make an incredible system

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.

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

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

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

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 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

2025 has been an exceptional year for TVs at all different prices – and our Awards list proves it
By Lewis Empson published
Flagship OLEDs and budget Mini LEDs have both seen huge improvements

We've just given this compact 4K projector a What Hi-Fi? Award – but it's already hundreds of pounds off
By Lewis Empson published
In the market for a five-star coffee table projector?

KEF Q Concerto Meta 5.1 Speaker System
By Lewis Empson last updated
KEF makes a glorious return to our AV testing room with a new 5.1 surround-sound system.
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