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Samsung 2024 soundbar line-up: everything you need to know
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/samsung-2024-soundbar-line-up-everything-you-need-to-know
Published: October 22, 2024 15:00
The new Sonos Arc Ultra costs more than the original Arc – is it worth it?
BenQ GV31
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/benq-gv31-projector
Published: October 22, 2024 14:20
Is the GV31’s unique rotatable design a triumph of style over substance, or the ultimate in ‘movies everywhere’ convenience?
The deal with Debussy: why the maestro's works are so perfect for testing hi-fi
https://www.whathifi.com/features/the-deal-with-debussy-why-the-maestros-works-are-so-perfect-for-testing-hi-fi
Published: October 22, 2024 13:42
We use a lot of classical music for testing, with Claude Debussy standing out as one of our most listened-to composers.
Samsung goes all-in on QD-OLED and Micro LED, with LED production set to end by 2030 according to this report
https://www.whathifi.com/news/samsung-goes-all-in-on-qd-oled-and-micro-led-with-led-production-set-to-end-by-2030-according-to-this-report
Published: October 22, 2024 13:17
Reports from Korea suggest Samsung will shutter its in-house LED business and develop 100-inch plus TVs starting next year.
We found the best prices on 5 What Hi-Fi? Award-winning soundbars – including the Sonos Arc
https://www.whathifi.com/features/we-found-the-best-prices-on-5-what-hi-fi-award-winning-soundbars-including-the-sonos-arc
Published: October 22, 2024 12:00
Top savings on this year’s Award winners, including the Sonos Arc and Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max.
Marantz explores new horizons with its luxurious new wireless speaker duo
https://www.whathifi.com/news/marantz-explores-new-horizons-with-its-luxurious-new-wireless-speaker-duo
Published: October 22, 2024 12:00
Marantz branches out into wireless speakers with the Horizon and Grand Horizon.
Super hi-fi deal sees £400 slashed off this amazing Naim wireless system
https://www.whathifi.com/news/super-hi-fi-deal-sees-gbp400-slashed-off-this-amazing-naim-wireless-system
Published: October 22, 2024 10:23
Naim’s gorgeous Mu-so 2 wireless streaming system can be yours with £400 off our original 'tested at' price.
Sonos Ace headphones could get a price cut as higher-spec version rumoured
https://www.whathifi.com/news/sonos-ace-headphones-could-get-a-price-cut-as-higher-spec-version-rumoured
Published: October 22, 2024 09:31
Are the Ace in for a price drop?
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2024: Epos crashes the speaker party as familiar favourites dominate
https://www.whathifi.com/news/what-hi-fi-awards-2024-epos-crashes-the-speaker-party-as-familiar-favourites-dominate
Published: October 22, 2024 08:00
It’s been another great year for speakers with new arrivals from the likes of Q Acoustics and Epos shaking up the price categories for 2024.
Sonos Arc Ultra vs Samsung HW-Q990D: how do they compare?
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/sonos-arc-ultra-vs-samsung-hw-q990d-how-do-they-compare
Published: October 22, 2024 06:00
Can the new Dolby Atmos soundbar from Sonos compete with Samsung's Award-winning proposition?
The vinyl revival continues! WH Smith stores will start selling records again
https://www.whathifi.com/news/the-vinyl-revival-continues-wh-smith-stores-will-start-selling-records-again
Published: October 21, 2024 15:44
The high street retailer is to stock vinyl again in 80 stores, after dropping the format in the 90s.
Sennheiser's superb five-star wireless headphones drop to near record-low price
https://www.whathifi.com/news/sennheisers-superb-five-star-wireless-headphones-drop-to-near-record-low-price
Published: October 21, 2024 15:27
Big sound in a small package – now at a lower, more tempting price...
Sonos Arc Ultra vs Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9: the flagship Dolby Atmos soundbars compared
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/sonos-arc-ultra-vs-sony-bravia-theatre-bar-9-the-flagship-dolby-atmos-soundbars-compared
Published: October 21, 2024 14:54
With identical prices and brimming with features, we compare the specs of the new Bose QuietComfort Earbuds and AirPods 4 with ANC wireless earbuds.
Earfun Wave Pro
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/earfun-wave-pro
Published: October 21, 2024 14:04
The Earfun Wave Pro are nicely made and stacked with features – we just wish they offered more sonically.
What is colour temperature on TVs?
https://www.whathifi.com/features/what-is-colour-temperature-on-tvs
Published: October 21, 2024 09:35
What is colour temperature, how is it measured and why is it important?
These versatile, smooth-sounding Q Acoustics Bluetooth towers are now £50 off
https://www.whathifi.com/news/these-versatile-smooth-sounding-q-acoustics-bluetooth-towers-are-now-gbp50-off
Published: October 21, 2024 08:36
The Sony ULT Field 1 drops by 25 per cent from £119 to just £89 at Amazon.
The new Sonus faber Sonetto collection: natural sound in a luxurious design
https://www.whathifi.com/news/the-new-sonus-faber-sonetto-collection-natural-sound-in-a-luxurious-design
Published: October 21, 2024 08:00
The second-generation Sonetto range is a culmination of the brand’s 40 years of expertise
Rewind: the Sonos Arc Ultra appears, a top 'tip' for earbud makers and more
https://www.whathifi.com/features/rewind-the-sonos-arc-ultra-appears-a-top-tip-for-earbud-makers-and-more
Published: October 21, 2024 07:00
Plus our verdict on Apple’s latest AirPods 4 with ANC, Focal’s floorstanders – all in our latest news digest.
National Album Day: The best British albums for testing your hi-fi system
https://www.whathifi.com/features/national-album-day-the-best-british-albums-for-testing-your-hi-fi-system
Published: October 19, 2024 07:00
To Celebrate National Album Day, we've compiled a list of favourite British albums to test your system.
The rise of 4K HDR, super-sized screens and plummeting prices – 7 years is a long time in the world of TVs
https://www.whathifi.com/features/the-rise-of-4k-hdr-super-sized-screens-and-plummeting-prices-7-years-is-a-long-time-in-the-world-of-tvs
Published: October 19, 2024 07:00
We look back seven and a half years, when a 55-inch TV was both massive, and really expensive.
I swapped a Panasonic OLED for a Samsung QD-OLED, and I massively miss this specific feature
https://www.whathifi.com/features/i-swapped-a-panasonic-oled-for-a-samsung-qd-oled-and-i-massively-miss-this-specific-feature
Published: October 19, 2024 06:01
The Samsung S95C doesn't make life easier for you in the same way a Panasonic OLED does.
This 96% rated show just dropped a new series – and Disney users can watch it for free
https://www.whathifi.com/news/this-96-percent-rated-show-just-dropped-a-new-series-and-disney-users-can-watch-it-for-free
Published: October 18, 2024 17:01
Only Murders In The Building fourth season has just arrived
Goldmund Telos 690
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/goldmund-telos-690
Published: October 18, 2024 13:46
Goldmund’s Telos 690 is as classy and capable an integrated amplifier as we have come across.
Pro-Ject’s new $15k Signature 12.2 turntable is a hefty high-end model
https://www.whathifi.com/news/pro-jects-new-usd15k-signature-12-2-turntable-is-a-hefty-high-end-model
Published: October 18, 2024 11:29
Pro-Ject’s new flagship turntable weighs over 37kg and is built with stability and serious damping in mind.
Sonos Arc Ultra vs Sonos Arc: how do the Dolby Atmos soundbars compare?
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/sonos-arc-ultra-vs-sonos-arc-how-do-the-dolby-atmos-soundbars-compare
Published: October 18, 2024 11:11
The new Sonos Arc Ultra costs more than the original Arc – is it worth it?
Calling all home cinema enthusiasts! The world's only 8K OLED TV is half price
https://www.whathifi.com/news/calling-all-home-cinema-enthusiasts-the-worlds-only-8k-oled-tv-is-half-price
Published: October 18, 2024 11:05
LG’s giant 77-inch Z3 OLED TV has had its price slashed
Exposing the fallacy behind the design of small speakers
https://www.whathifi.com/features/exposing-the-fallacy-behind-the-design-of-small-speakers
Published: October 18, 2024 10:00
Why are so many small speakers not fit for purpose?
Quad goes back to the future with its reimagined pre and power amplifiers
https://www.whathifi.com/news/quad-goes-back-to-the-future-with-its-reimagined-pre-and-power-amplifiers
Published: October 18, 2024 09:00
Quad is bringing back the 33 preamp and 303 power amp for 2024, with new internal tech and improved sonic capabilities.
Revo's swanky all-in-one system brings streaming smarts to the traditional CD player
https://www.whathifi.com/news/revos-swanky-all-in-one-system-brings-streaming-smarts-to-the-traditional-cd-player
Published: October 18, 2024 08:48
Revo's SuperCD all-in-one system can handle wireless streaming alongside radio, wired connectivity and CD player functionality.
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2024: projector category gets major shake-up as two gaming-focused models prove their worth
https://www.whathifi.com/news/what-hi-fi-awards-2024-projector-category-gets-major-shake-up-as-two-gaming-focused-models-prove-their-worth
Published: October 18, 2024 08:01
The What Hi-Fi? Awards for the best projectors have been revealed, find out who made the cut this year.
Sonos Arc Ultra: price, release date, specs and features for the new Dolby Atmos soundbar
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/sonos-arc-ultra-price-release-date-specs-and-features-for-the-new-dolby-atmos-soundbar
Published: October 17, 2024 21:05
The Sonos Arc Ultra Dolby Atmos soundbar is official! Here's everything you need to know.
Hisense E7NQ Pro (75E7NQ Pro)
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/hisense-e7nq-pro-75e7nq-pro
Published: October 17, 2024 15:00
Is 75 inches of locally dimmed, Quantum Dot-boosted LED pictures for £1299 really as good a deal as it sounds?
United States Grand Prix live stream: how to watch the F1 free
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/watch-united-states-grand-prix-live-stream-2024
Published: October 17, 2024 13:49
Follow our guide on how to watch a United States Grand Prix live stream from anywhere – it's game on in the title race as Liam Lawson makes a belated F1 return.
Thinking of buying a Sonos Arc? With the Ultra on the horizon you may want to hold fire
https://www.whathifi.com/features/thinking-of-buying-a-sonos-arc-with-the-ultra-on-the-horizon-you-may-want-to-hold-fire
Published: October 17, 2024 12:19
Until we test the new Sonos soundbar and see what happens with the original’s price, you should wait before parting with your cash.
I went to a Bang & Olufsen-soundtracked dinner experience – and it was deliciously strange
https://www.whathifi.com/features/i-went-to-a-bang-and-olufsen-soundtracked-dinner-experience-and-it-was-deliciously-strange
Published: October 17, 2024 10:36
I went to Kitchen Theory's sensory dining experinece with sound provided by B&O. The results were quite something.
Dear Apple: the iPad Mini deserves better – here's how to make it the ultimate portable AV machine
https://www.whathifi.com/features/dear-apple-the-ipad-mini-deserves-better-heres-how-to-make-it-the-ultimate-portable-av-machine
Published: October 16, 2024 13:46
A new iPad Mini with minimal update has inspired this wishlist.
5 incredible TV deals on What Hi-Fi? Awards 2024 winners: I found the best prices so you don't have to
https://www.whathifi.com/features/5-incredible-tv-deals-on-what-hi-fi-awards-2024-winners-i-found-the-best-prices-so-you-dont-have-to
Published: October 16, 2024 13:38
It may not be Black Friday, but there are already great savings on five of 2024’s top TVs – including OLEDs.
My biggest problem with wireless earbuds would be so easy to fix – so why is it still an issue?
https://www.whathifi.com/features/my-biggest-problem-with-wireless-earbuds-would-be-so-easy-to-fix-so-why-is-it-still-an-issue
Published: October 16, 2024 10:33
It may seem trivial, but three pairs of eartips just isn't enough for the average person.
Focal Aria Evo X No3
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/focal-aria-evo-x-no3
Published: October 16, 2024 09:40
The Focal Aria Evo X No3 are supremely refined and forgiving, making for a fatigue-free listening experience.
Quick! Save over £350 on some of the best-sounding wireless headphones we’ve ever heard
https://www.whathifi.com/news/quick-save-over-gbp350-on-some-of-the-best-sounding-wireless-headphones-weve-ever-heard
Published: October 16, 2024 09:11
Had your eye on the stunning Mark Levinson wireless headphones? You can make a huge £370 saving now.
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2024: old favourites return for new glory in the wired headphones category
https://www.whathifi.com/news/what-hi-fi-awards-2024-old-favourites-return-for-new-glory-in-the-wired-headphones-category
Published: October 16, 2024 07:00
There hasn't been much change in the wired headphones sphere, with many old favourites returning to scoop awards once again.
Sonos officially unveils the Arc Ultra Dolby Atmos soundbar and Sub 4
https://www.whathifi.com/news/sonos-officially-unveils-the-arc-ultra-dolby-atmos-soundbar-and-sub-4
Published: October 15, 2024 17:17
Sonos has officially unveiled the Sonos Arc Ultra and Sub 4 home cinema speakers.
Spotify brings music videos to almost 100 new markets, but is the US one of them?
https://www.whathifi.com/news/spotify-brings-music-videos-to-almost-100-new-markets-but-is-the-us-one-of-them
Published: October 15, 2024 14:39
Spotify is adding music video access to around 85 new markets, but it is unclear whether the US is among them.
Surprise! Apple updates the iPad Mini with a more powerful AI-ready processor and new finishes
https://www.whathifi.com/news/apple-drops-a-surprise-new-ipad-mini-heres-whats-new
Published: October 15, 2024 14:23
Apple's smallest iPad has received a surprise upgrade with a more powerful processor and AI compatibility.
These luxury headphones promise "the ultimate audiophile experience" – but can they beat their 5-star Focal rival?
https://www.whathifi.com/news/these-luxury-headphones-promise-the-ultimate-audiophile-experience-but-can-they-beat-their-5-star-focal-rival
Published: October 15, 2024 12:45
Shanling's HW600 promise to set a new benchmark for wired headphones at this price.
Sony Bravia 8 vs Bravia 9: which Sony TV should you buy?
https://www.whathifi.com/advice/sony-bravia-8-vs-bravia-9-which-sony-tv-should-you-buy
Published: October 15, 2024 12:24
2024 Bravia TVs face off
BenQ takes aim at Hisense and Xgimi with its latest all-in-one 4K projector
https://www.whathifi.com/news/benq-takes-aim-at-hisense-and-xgimi-with-its-latest-all-in-one-4k-projector
Published: October 15, 2024 12:19
BenQ's all-in-one projector is here to rival the Hisense C1 and Xgimi Horizon Ultra.
Looking for a new TV? Then check out these 2 amazing deals on award-winning OLEDs
https://www.whathifi.com/news/looking-for-a-new-tv-then-check-out-these-2-amazing-deals-on-award-winning-oleds
Published: October 15, 2024 11:51
Black Friday is on the horizon, but there are already great savings on the Sony Bravia 8 and LG C4.
Seeking your first standmount speakers? These five-star Q Acoustics are a belting bargain buy
https://www.whathifi.com/news/seeking-your-first-standmount-speakers-these-five-star-q-acoustics-are-a-belting-bargain-buy
Published: October 15, 2024 10:07
If you are seeking your first pair of bookshelf speakers and don't have mountains of cash to spend, the discounted Q Acoustics 3020i are well worth considering.
These 5-star Elac speakers are £50 off
https://www.whathifi.com/news/these-5-star-elac-speakers-are-gbp50-off
Published: October 15, 2024 09:30
The Elac Debut B6.2 have dropped to £249 – buy now
B&W's upgraded Zeppelin Pro wireless speaker aims to take an icon to new heights
https://www.whathifi.com/news/b-and-ws-upgraded-zeppelin-pro-wireless-speaker-aims-to-take-an-icon-to-new-heights
Published: October 15, 2024 08:00
The upgraded Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro wireless speaker adds upgraded drivers and expanded streaming support.