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

Google TV's new update means you won't need a Google TV Streamer to get the latest features
By Lewis Empson published
Google has rolled out the latest Google TV update, complete with Gemini AI smarts and a sports-focused For You page

Philips launches its final OLED TV for 2024 with a stylish bespoke build and formidable sound system
By Lewis Empson published
Philips has launched its premium OLED TV, with the OLED959 available to order on Richer Sounds now.

Disney has announced that two of its upcoming 4K Blu-rays will include Dolby Vision – and it's good news for Marvel and Alien fans
By Lewis Empson published
Disney has announced that it will include Dolby Vision with its upcoming 4K Blu-ray home video releases.

Samsung expands its AI-powered smartphone and tablet lineup with the Galaxy S24 SE and Tab S10 series
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung has announced an affordable variant of the Galaxy S24 smartphone, as well as a duo of new premium tablets.

Best Android phones 2025: Google-powered smartphones for all budgets
By Lewis Empson last updated
Watching or listening on the move? Our pick of the best Android phones has got you covered.

Disney is ending password-sharing – is your subscription about to become more expensive?
By Lewis Empson published
Disney has implemented a new system to stop password sharing on Disney Plus, but you can pay for additional users.

Loewe's We. BEAM is a premium alternative to Xgimi and Philips' latest portable projectors
By Lewis Empson published
Loewe has unveiled its first portable projector, with Loewe OS built in, a stylish exterior and a premium price tag.

I might be late to the party – but this Apple TV 4K setting is a hidden gem
By Lewis Empson published
Remapping the TV button on the Apple TV 4K remote fixes one of my biggest issues with the streamer.

Philips OLED909
By Lewis Empson published
Philips’ latest MLA-equipped OLED TV promises high brightness and stellar sound, but can it carve out a niche amongst the tough competition?

Forget 4K 120Hz, Samsung's five-star 8K TV becomes the first to support 4K 240Hz
By Lewis Empson published
It has been confirmed that the Samsung QN900D 8K TV will be the first TV to support 240Hz gaming.

Bose's new AI-embued Dolby Atmos soundbar lets you use open earbuds as surround speakers
By Lewis Empson published
Bose has announced the Smart Soundbar with an AI dialogue mode and ability to use the Ultra Open Earbuds as surrounds.

Apple releases tvOS 18 for the Apple TV 4K and HomePod 2: here are the new features and how to install it
By Lewis Empson published
Apple has released tvOS 18 for the Apple TV 4K streamer and HomePod 2 wireless speaker; here's what's new.

Don't buy the Award-winning Sony A80L OLED TV – especially while the Bravia 8 is almost the same price
By Lewis Empson published
OLED pricing is unpredictable right now, with this Bravia 8 deal bringing the new TV down to within £20 of the A80L.

LG C4 (OLED42C4)
By Alastair Stevenson, Lewis Empson published
Updated Can LG's latest small OLED TV live up to its Award-winning predecessor's legacy?

Samsung now supports QMS on two of its flagship QD-OLED TVs
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung has updated the S95C to support QMS alongside the S95D which has supported it since launch.

Sony's detachable 4K Blu-ray disc drive is selling out ahead of the PS5 Pro launch
By Lewis Empson published
Stock of Sony's detachable 4K Blu-ray drive accessory is drying up ahead of the PS5 Pro's launch in Novemeber.

JVC expands its D-ILA native 4K projector range with two new step-down models
By Lewis Empson published
JVC has announced two new projectors in its D-ILA range, will they deliver JVC's usual premium picture pedigree for less?

The super-powerful PS5 Pro doesn't come with a disc drive or stand but costs £700 / $700
By Lewis Empson published
Sony has announced the PS5 Pro with graphical upgrades, a hefty price tag and a November launch date.

Sony is officially bringing the smaller Bravia 9 to the UK later this year
By Lewis Empson published
Sony has announced it will bring the 65-inch Bravia 9 to the UK and Europe in Novemeber of this year.

The iPhone 16 could still look and sound better, even if Apple doesn't want to talk about it
By Lewis Empson published
Apple doesn't talk about picture and sound performance that often, but the iPhone 16 could still be an upgrade.

Apple needs to bring this new iPhone 16 feature to the Apple TV 4K
By Lewis Empson published
Apple Intelligence has made its way to iPhones, but it could be right at home on the Apple TV 4K.

Apple unveils iPhone 16 and 16 Pro with the largest display yet – but key AI feature is missing at launch
By Lewis Empson published
Apple announces a new generation of iPhone with Apple Intelligence and updated cameras as new key features.

It's (almost) Glowtime: here's how to watch Apple's iPhone 16 and AirPods launch event
By Lewis Empson last updated
Apple has announced the iPhone 16 launch event, here's how, where and when to watch when it's streamed later today.
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