Latest articles by Andy Madden
Samsung takes the OLED TV battle to LG with its brightest screens yet
Samsung has officially unveiled three new ranges of OLED TV for 2024, including its brightest sets to date.
JBL’s Xtreme 4 wireless speaker uses AI to boost sound quality
JBL looks to build on the five-star Xtreme 3 with a new AI-powered, sound-boosting algorithm.
JBL’s new wireless earbuds are smarter than your average AirPods rivals
JBL’s Live TWS 3 Series is the second range to feature JBL’s Smart Charging Case, complete with touchscreen LED display.
Samsung’s 8K Neo QLED TV range uses AI to supercharge picture and sound quality
Samsung has taken the wraps off key models from its 2024 TV line-up, including an 8K range with advanced AI processing.
Dear LG and Samsung, I really want you to start making great audio products again
Samsung and LG have had some success in the audio sphere before, but what’s holding them back?
Best of 2023: from top-tier OLEDs to retro revivals, our team picks its favourite products
2023 has been a busy year, but these are the What Hi-Fi? review team's personal highlights.
7 things I’ve learned testing in-car hi-fi for a decade
Listening to everything from budget to high-end set-ups, I've learned a thing or two that you might find helpful.
6 sound settings you shouldn’t ignore on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
Handy hints and secret sound settings will help you make the most of Bose’s five-star noise-cancelling over-ears.
Bose’s spatial audio tech is a nice idea for headphones but it’s too hit-and-miss
I've been spending some time using Bose's Immersive Audio tech with its Ultra range of headphones – here's my verdict
I’m a hi-fi expert and these talented systems deliver stunning value and performance
I’ve spotted some excellent all-in-one systems with big money off, courtesy of Audiolab, Cambridge Audio and KEF.
What Hi-Fi? Awards: 26 Product of the Year winners announced for 2023!
Today we have decorated 26 of our 107 Best Buy winners with the even more prestigious Product of the Year accolade…
HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know
In-depth Ever wondered what the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) input on your TV means? And where does the newer HDMI eARC fit in?
Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System (BMW 5 Series 2023)
Not yet ratedWe've been out for a spin with Bowers & Wilkins' in-car system for the new 2023 5 Series. Here are our first impressions.
It’s a clean sweep for Sony’s wireless headphones at the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2023
Sony served up an absolute feast of five-star wireless headphones this year and it has reaped the rewards.
If Apple launches two AirPods 4 models in 2024, I can see one big problem
Leaks suggest Apple is working on two different pairs of 4th Gen AirPods, but will the designs go far enough?
9 of the best Halloween tracks to test your hi-fi system
We've put together some of our favourite Halloween-themed tracks that are perfect for putting your kit through its paces
Sony's next PS5 controller could have a surprise treat for wireless earbuds fans
Sony has filed a patent for a clever next-gen PlayStation 5 controller that can also house a pair of wireless earbuds.
Apple, I owe you an apology about the AirPods Pro 2
Apple’s earbuds have never been near the top of my list, but its flagship in-ears have changed all that.
The Sonus Faber Duetto is a KEF-rivalling wireless speaker system with streaming smarts
Sonus Faber’s new active system includes music-streaming smarts, HDMI connectivity and more.
7 of the best Taylor Swift tracks to test your wireless headphones
This hand-picked playlist from pop's finest will put any wireless headphones through their paces.
This awesome hi-fi deal combines a five-star Marantz amplifier with fantastic Dali speakers
We've spotted a great deal combining two five-star and Award-winning products from Marantz and Dali.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphone range goes big on spatial audio – and includes Sony XM5 rivals
The new range of noise-cancelling headphones features Bose Immersive Audio, the company's take on spatial audio.
There's one huge audio announcement that Apple didn't mention at the iPhone 15 launch
The AirPods Pro 2 are going to support Lossless Audio, but only with Apple's Vision Pro headset.
