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Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4

Huawei's flagship 30-hour wireless earbuds vow to "set new audio standards"

By Harry McKerrell published

Huawei's flagship wireless earbuds, the FreeBuds Pro 4, offer strong battery life and a focus on comfort and performance.

Sony WH-1000XM4 on a desk next to a laptop

Am I seeing things? The Sony XM4 headphones remain at their lowest-ever price, but not for long

By Grace Dean published

Deals The Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones are only $198 on Amazon, but only for a limited time. If you're looking to save over 40% off the usual price, now's the time to act.

4K TV streamer: Apple TV 4K

The Apple TV’s projector-friendly software update is now available

By Robyn Quick published

21:9 support is the headline, but who can resist a Snoopy-themed screensaver?

LG UBK90

4K Blu-ray suffers another loss as LG ends production of its players – but it might not be the end of the world

By Lewis Empson published

LG exits the 4K blu-ray market, but it's not all doom and gloom.

Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023) tablet

Our favourite affordable tablet for movies on the move is now cheaper than ever

By Robyn Quick published

Just £70 for a 10-inch tablet that offers a "balanced and surprisingly punchy picture performance".

Denon DCD-3000NE SACD/CD player

Denon's premium CD/SACD player aims to deliver "truest sonic reproduction" from your digital audio collection

By Kashfia Kabir published

The DCD-3000NE promises pristine playback of SACDs and DSDs

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Fulldome CultVR

I just saw the fulldome presentation of Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon – and was blown away

By Jez Ford last updated

The bad news: your home cinema ain’t gonna cut it. The good news: there’s more to fulldome than Floyd.

Philips carMignon

I grew up playing vinyl in the car. Can we do that again please?

By Jez Ford published

Dude, where's my carMignon?

Step inside the world's best home cinema

Step inside the world's best home cinema – a 'church cloister' entrance, gold ceiling and 15,000W sound system

By Sound+Image published

'Surprise us!' was the minimalist brief from the owners. And Wavetrain Cinemas certainly did, building them an Australian home cinema judged to be the world's best in CEDIA's 2023 global awards.

Home cinema
The setting you should change to enjoy Netflix’s Tour De France: Unchained to the max

I changed one setting on Netflix’s Tour De France Unchained – and it brought the whole show to life

By Jez Ford published

Égalité, fraternité, they say, but the English and French soundtracks of Tour de France Unchained do not treat their audience equally.

Home cinema
Dolby Atmos music

Dolby Atmos music just went to another level, and I’ve never heard anything like it

By Jez Ford published

Medieval music in a big cathedral is not generally my first go-to for an evening listening session. But wow, now it is.

Paul Barton, PSB Speakers, history

PSB Speakers: a brief history

By Jez Ford published

From a home-made violin – via Floyd Toole and Canada's National Research Council – to a a 50-year-strong speaker brand.

Hi-Fi

JBL Flip 6 waterproof water promo pic

IP ratings explained: how waterproof are your headphones?

By Harry McKerrell last updated

Trying to understand IPX ratings can sometimes feel like drowning in a sea of meaningless digits. Let us throw you a life preserver.

Hi-Fi
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 in pink and green

Best waterproof speakers 2024: all types tested for every budget

By Harry McKerrell last updated

Best Buys Whether you're hitting the beach or lounging by the pool, don't forget to bring your waterproof speaker along for the ride.

Best Buys
Denon DCD-3000NE SACD/CD player

Denon's premium CD/SACD player aims to deliver "truest sonic reproduction" from your digital audio collection

By Kashfia Kabir published

The DCD-3000NE promises pristine playback of SACDs and DSDs

Hi-Fi
Floorstanding speakers: Q Acoustics 5040

Ask The Industry: hi-fi engineers weigh in on the value of 'running-in'

By Becky Roberts published

We asked a number of engineers in the industry for their thoughts on running-in...

Hi-Fi
A bird's eye view of Polygon Productions' dome stage

Spatial audio is heading to an epic London outdoor festival… where I believe the technology truly belongs

By Becky Roberts published

The three-day Polygon Live LDN festival next May will see a hemispherical dual-dome stage packed with 200 speakers...

Hi-Fi
Amazon Echo Dot 5th gen

Best Alexa speakers 2024: smart speakers with Alexa tried and tested

By Harry McKerrell last updated

Best Buys Upgrade your life with the help of Alexa smart speakers that combine great sound with useful features such as voice commands and playback control.

Best Buys

Home Cinema

LG UBK90

4K Blu-ray suffers another loss as LG ends production of its players – but it might not be the end of the world

By Lewis Empson published

LG exits the 4K blu-ray market, but it's not all doom and gloom.

Home cinema
Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar

There's a new Dolby Atmos rival in town – and it has its eyes on soundbars

By Alastair Stevenson published

Move over Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, Amphi Hi-D is here to play.

Home cinema
McIntosh amp with Rewind logo

Rewind: McIntosh’s new streaming amp, LG G5 OLED TV leaks and more

By Alastair Stevenson published

New McIntosh hi-fi, hints on LG’s new OLEDs and more explained in our latest news digest.

Home cinema
What Hi-Fi? Pick of the Month November 2024

Pick of the Month: Our verdict on the Sonos Arc Ultra, Copland’s premium valve amp and more

By Alastair Stevenson published

Our reviewers gave only six products perfect five-star ratings in November.

Home cinema
Sonos Arc in lounge with adventure in av logo

Adventures in AV: If you bought an OLED TV during Black Friday this Dolby Atmos soundbar deal is a great follow-up

By Alastair Stevenson published

Based on my friends, lots of people bought OLEDs this year, but completely forgot to invest in audio.

TVs
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

This 95%-rated cartoon comedy is new on Netflix and perfect for your next family movie night

By Luke Edwards published

This 95% rated cartoon comedy is a must if you've not yet seen it - or if you have

Home cinema

TVs

Three of the best TVs with ocean waves on-screen, all on a colourful background

Best TV 2024: flagship OLEDs and affordable flatscreens 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.

Best Buys
4K TV streamer: Apple TV 4K

The Apple TV’s projector-friendly software update is now available

By Robyn Quick published

21:9 support is the headline, but who can resist a Snoopy-themed screensaver?

TVs
The Sony A80L and LG C4 TVs photographed next to one another with the same image of a golfer being sprayed with champagne on both

Best 65-inch TVs 2024: the top models we've tested

By Tom Parsons last updated

Best Buys Our team of experts detail the top 65-inch TVs they've tried and tested in our dedicated viewing rooms

Best Buys
The Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9 soundbar photographed in front of the Bravia 9 TV

Best Sony soundbars 2024: recommendations direct from our home cinema reviewers

By Joe Svetlik last updated

best buys Sony makes some of the best soundbars in the business, including immersive Dolby Atmos models – here are our favourites.

best buys
Sony Bravia 9 Mini LED TV on wooden TV rack showing mountains and clouds on screen

Sony Bravia 9 (K75XR90) review

By Lewis Empson last updated

UPDATED The Bravia 9’s next-gen Mini LED backlight is a marvel, but do higher brightness and more dimming zones make for a better TV overall?

UPDATED
The home screen of Cut the Rope is on the TV in a light room. There are houseplants on the floor and drawers below the TV.

LG has added motion-enabled games to its Smart TVs – but only to its newer models

By Robyn Quick published

Two massive mobile games have been added to LG’s casual gaming roster.

TVs