Our experts have tested dozens of Dolby Atmos soundbars – we've handpicked 9 of the best to get that stadium feeling
There's still time to enjoy the rest of the World Cup with sweet, room-filling sound
Hi-Fi
Topping’s affordable DAC teases impressive versatility and “audiophile quality” sound in a compact, portable package
Promising big performance at a small price
Fleetwood Mac and ZZ Top come to the audiophile’s format of choice – but you’d better hurry
Two landmark albums have landed on reel-to-reel tape
One of our favourite premium phono stages has been updated to deliver "razor-sharp" spatial imaging and "lifelike" voices
Vertere's Phono-1 LX has been refined to sound "better than ever"
Speakers
Focal's latest high-end floorstanders are "an ode to the art of listening at home”
Focal reveals its Scala Utopia Evo M towers
Looking for powered speakers on a budget? We recommend this neat, affordable and talented four-time Award winner
Now nearly half price
Best active speakers 2026: our experts pick the top pairs with integrated amplifiers
Best Buys Great hi-fi sound without the need for a separate amplifier, whether you want to connect a TV, turntable or streamer.
Best budget hi-fi speakers 2026: bookshelf and floorstanding models tried and tested
Best Buys Feeling the pinch? Allow us to remind you of the excellent value on offer from the best budget speakers on the market.
TV & Home Cinema
This five-star 2026 LG OLED is now cheaper than Prime Day – and it can be delivered tomorrow for England v DR Congo
A brand-new OLED on your doorstep tomorrow, with no need for Amazon Prime
Your best World Cup upgrade might not be a TV
Here's why I'm looking at soundbars rather than TVs this World Cup
Our experts declared this Samsung TV the flagship OLED to beat in 2026 – its flawless gaming specification makes it perfect for GTA 6
This Samsung S99H Prime Day deal is still live
I test TVs for a living, and I know the Sony Bravia 8 II is the best TV out there – but I recommend this other OLED deal right now
I love my Bravia 8 II, but this rival deal is impossible to ignore
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Streaming & Entertainment
Bad news for Tidal users as the music-streaming service reveals an August price hike
Is now the time to consider a switch?
Tidal is the latest streaming service to clamp down on AI music – but there's a flaw
Joining Deezer and Qobuz
These are the services you need to watch the remaining World Cup matches in 4K / HDR
Catch the action in the best quality possible
The PlayStation Store is removing hundreds of films including several blockbusters and classics – is your online collection affected?
Victims range from Shaun the Sheep to Rambo
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