
Tom Parsons
Tom Parsons has been writing about TV, AV and hi-fi products (not to mention plenty of other 'gadgets' and even cars) for over 15 years. He began his career as What Hi-Fi?'s Staff Writer and is now the TV and AV Editor. In between, he worked as Reviews Editor and then Deputy Editor at Stuff, and over the years has had his work featured in publications such as T3, The Telegraph and Louder. He's also appeared on BBC News, BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and Sky Swipe. In his spare time Tom is a runner and gamer.
Latest articles by Tom Parsons

This little-known movie is a must-see if you own an OLED TV
By Tom Parsons published
And a monumental test for Mini LED models

New OLEDs and QD Mini LED TVs feature in Panasonic’s 2026 range, but there’s something missing
By Tom Parsons published
It looks as though we’ll be waiting a while for a Z95B replacement

Best OLED TV 2026: 4 top sets for every budget fully reviewed by our experts
By Alastair Stevenson, Tom Parsons last updated
The OLEDs our reviewers recommend for every type of serious movie fan

Best Mini LED TV 2026: all the top, mid-range and affordable options fully reviewed
By Lewis Empson last updated
Our expert TV reviewers highlight the very best Mini LED TVs at each price and size.

Harman Kardon Enchant 900
By Robyn Quick published
Against tough competition, the Harman Kardon Enchant 900 manages to stand firm as an energetic, room-filling soundbar.

Adventures In AV: how buying second-hand allowed me to build my dream home cinema
By Benny Har-Even published
Heed my story and learn from my mistakes

I just tested Sony’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar system: here are 8 things I love and 6 I would change
By Tom Parsons published
There’s lots to love about the five-star Bravia System 6, but there are a few flaws that I’d like to see fixed

Sony Bravia Theatre System 6
By Tom Parsons published
Unusual, old-school, and mightily sonically impressive for the money.

Sky Ultimate just got a big, Mickey Mouse-shaped upgrade – though there is a catch for cinephiles
By Tom Parsons published
Sky, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney and Hayu, all under one subscription

Sky Glass Air
By John Archer published
Sky’s budget Glass model will make a lot of sense to plenty of content-hungry TV buyers.

Best budget soundbars 2026: cheap 'bars, tested by our experts
By Robyn Quick last updated
Best Buys These budget soundbars are easy, effective, and prove you don't have to spend a fortune to improve your TV's sound.

Adventures in AV: Brace yourselves – we're entering a new era of TV tech confusion
By Tom Parsons published
If you thought the OLED/QLED period was bad, wait until you see what the Micro/Mini LED phase has in store

Mitchell & Brown QLED1811 (JB-55QLED1811)
By Tom Parsons published
This budget British TV is better than expected.

Best cheap TVs 2026: affordable sets tried, tested and recommended
By Robyn Quick last updated
best buys For very little money you can buy a 4K HDR TV with a great smart platform and decent gaming specs.

Creative Stage Pro
By Lewis Empson published
Can Creative’s unassuming soundbar provide great sound in an affordable, no-frills package?

Sonos will ramp up its launches in 2026; these are the products we want to see next
By Joe Svetlik published
Wireless speakers, headphones and soundbars, plus a surprise or two all make our wish list.

LG has revealed pricing for its Sound Suite Dolby Atmos system – and let’s just say it had better sound great
By Tom Parsons last updated
If you take a shot at the king…

LG's just fixed a key issue we had with its latest Dolby Atmos soundbar system – and it’s not even out yet
By Tom Parsons published
Still very premium, but less pricey than before

Best TV 2026: flagship OLEDs and budget Mini LED sets tried and tested
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys Our expert reviewers detail the best TVs they've tested across every price and size.

Wanbo Vali 1
By Robyn Quick published
Wanbo’s coffee table projector is one of the cheapest we have tested, and it’s a surprising delight.

The B6 could be LG's brightest (and cheapest) budget OLED yet
By Tom Parsons published
The first of a new generation of cheaper OLED TVs?

Best 50-inch TVs 2026: 3 fantastic sets tried, tested and recommended
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys Our expert advice on the best 48-inch, 49-inch and 50-inch TVs around right now, delivering 4K pictures, the latest features, streaming apps, and more.

Fyne Audio F500E AV Pack 2
By Lewis Empson published
Can Fyne Audio displace KEF and Bowers & Wilkins at the top of our surround-sound system ranking?
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