Reviewing KEF’s new 5.1 surround sound system reminded me of a key home cinema truth people forget all too often
It’s not just about the speakers
Hi-Fi
Rewind to the 1970s with this Pink Floyd, The Dark Side of the Moon, cassette player boxset
Tick away the moments that make up your dull day with a cassette edition of the 50th anniversary remaster
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Marantz CD 70 vs CD6007: what are the differences between these entry-level CD players?
Can Marantz’s latest build on its own classic?
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End of an era as Marantz waves goodbye to two hi-fi classics and unveils new entry-level Model 70 integrated amplifier and CD 70 compact disc player
It's out with the old and in with the new
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KEF teases new luxury speakers with "stunning sound clarity, sharper details and an expanded soundstage"
Designed by Ross Lovegrove and featuring a Uni-Q driver
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Headphones
These premium wireless headphones boast Bose noise-cancelling, signal processing and spatial sound – but there's a twist
Sivga's wired earbuds are designed to sing as sweetly as a bird thanks to their four-driver array
Final’s new luxury headphones aim to deliver the “impact and energy” of closed back listening, while overcoming issues that “limit the format”
Sony's latest wired earbuds are billed as the perfect partners for artists and performers
Speakers
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
With a clear, detailed and precise sound, Monitor Audio’s handsome new floorstanders aren’t just a pretty face.
Dali Sonik 5 vs Fyne Audio F501E: which floorstanding speakers are best for you?
Two competitively priced options with different strengths
The new Sonos app hits its public beta phase – but will it be enough to win back fans?
The new Sonos app arrives in public beta
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker
Despite some promise on paper, we’re struggling to figure out where Bose’s premium Lifestyle Ultra Speaker fits into the current wireless market.
TV & Home Cinema
Sony 2026 TV lineup: everything you need to know about the new Bravia range
Here's how every Sony model compares, what makes them different, and which one might be right for you
Loewe's latest high-end OLED TVs feature "individually calibrated" modules
Will the Antares live up to its namesake?
Best 55-inch TVs 2026: 4K HDR OLED, Mini LED and LCD sets, tried and tested
best buys These are the best 55-inch TVs around right now, featuring smart, 4K, HDR and OLED 55-inch TVs.
Fancy watching the England v Argentina game on an OLED? This stunning five-star Samsung is now better than half price – and can be delivered tomorrow
Enjoy a historic semi-final with the fast response times and wide viewing angles of OLED
Streaming & Entertainment
The new Apple tvOS beta is available now – get an early audio upgrade for your Apple TV 4K
It's still in beta, so install at your own risk
Netflix's free trial is back, and includes 4K and HDR – but Disney+ could counter with an even better offer
Is this the dawn of a new streaming era?
My favourite social movie platform might be getting a new owner – and I'm worried about its future
Sony Pictures and Netflix are both in the mix
I’ve never felt as tense in the cinema as I did watching this comedy – and it wasn’t just because of Seth Rogen’s performance
Proof that the score makes all the difference
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