Sony Xperia 1 VII review
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Hi-Fi
Audio-Technica wants to upgrade your turntable and improve the sound of your vinyl with new cartridges and accessories
The new AT33x dual moving coil phono cartridges promise a host of sonic and engineering upgrades over the previous AT33 series.
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: new faces meet old favourites as five-star CD players keep the humble disc alive and kicking
The best players to keep your discs spinning
Lindemann Limetree Phono II
Lindemann’s Limetree Phono II is an unassuming but hugely capable MM/MC phono stage.
Bang & Olufsen’s trio of special-edition products pay tribute to 100 years in the industry
Celebrating in style
Speakers
Enjoy a unique Bowers & Wilkins experience at Abbey Road Studios, courtesy of the official loudspeaker partner
Sponsored by Bowers & Wilkins
Enter below for your chance to step inside the studios that have played host to some of the biggest musical acts in history.
KEF’s new Coda W wireless speaker system will handle all your vinyl and streaming needs
The latest in the legendary Coda range, the Coda W is a thoroughly modern speaker with an excellent pedigree.
Best Bluetooth speakers 2025: tried and tested for every budget
Best Buys Looking for a Bluetooth speaker? These are the best home and portable speakers money can buy, from budget wonders to burly boomboxes.
KEF LS50 Wireless II
Updated KEF has improved upon the former Award-winning all-in-one system with an innovative and entertaining sequel.
TV & Home Cinema
Optoma's latest 4K projector offers some promising specs – but is up against formidable competition
Could this knock our current premium pick from the top?
Two Award-winning systems have stormed our best soundbars guide – here’s why they beat the rest
These five-star packages are simply the best on the market
TCL is about to start producing cheaper OLED panels – should LG and Samsung be worried?
A new manufacturing technique could shake up the OLED market – and potentially bring down TV prices
Best soundbars 2025: options for every need, recommended by our experts
Best Buys Our experts pick the very best soundbars to help you boost your home cinema sound, no matter your budget.
Streaming & Entertainment
Best streaming services for movies and TV shows 2025
Best Buys Amazon Prime Video? Disney+? Netflix? We put them all to the test to find the best streaming service all-rounder.
Hi-res music streaming services compared: is Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon or Apple Music better?
As the battle to dominate hi-res audio streaming intensifies, we look at which platforms offer the most for your money...
What Hi-Fi Awards 2025: Tidal celebrates a decade as our favourite music service, while Apple claims a spot previously held by Disney
Two services, but there can only be one Product of the Year winner
Test your TV and home cinema system with this powerful history lesson from the director of Goodfellas
When a powerhouse performance from Daniel Day-Lewis isn't even the best thing about a film, you know you're in for a treat.
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But what makes them so special?
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Updated If you’re looking at ways to eke out the best performance from your hi-fi system, this audio interconnect cable offers a significant uplift
