Joe Cox
Joe is the Content Director for What Hi-Fi? and Future’s Product Testing, having previously been the Global Editor-in-Chief of What Hi-Fi?. He has worked on What Hi-Fi? across the print magazine and website for almost 20 years, writing news, reviews and features on everything from turntables to TVs, headphones to hi-fi separates. He has covered product launch events across the world, from Apple to Technics, Sony and Samsung; reported from CES, the Bristol Show, and Munich High End for many years; and written for sites such as the BBC, Stuff and The Guardian. In his spare time, he enjoys expanding his vinyl collection and cycling (not at the same time).
Latest articles by Joe Cox

Amazon deal delivers free vinyl with every Echo Dot
By Joe Cox last updated
It may not be the most obvious combination but if you like vinyl and fancy an Echo Dot, here's a good way to do it.

The final Record Store Day 2020 drop is this weekend
By Joe Cox published
Record Store Day 2020 takes the form of three drops of limited edition vinyl records, the third of which is this Saturday.

iPhone 12 launch: all the Apple Event news as it happened
By Joe Cox last updated
The new iPhone 12 is official, joined by an iPhone 12 mini, new Pro phones and a compact (and cheap) HomePod mini.

Sound United completes acquisition of Bowers & Wilkins
By Joe Cox published
Originally announced in June, the deal has now been completed

Apple confirms iPhone 12 launch event for 13th October
By Joe Cox published
The next Apple event is official, with invites for a 13th October iPhone launch event arriving featuring the tagline, "Hi, Speed"

Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2021 cancelled due to Covid-19
By Joe Cox published
The continued uncertainty has forced the organisers to make the difficult decision, but there are plans for a virtual event.

12 of the best Pro-Ject turntables of all time
By Joe Cox last updated
Pro-Ject has made a habit of brilliant turntables and not just with entry-level excellence.

14 of the best live streams and online virtual concerts
By Joe Cox published
Get your live music fix with these online concerts, this weekend featuring the Notting Hill Carnival Access All Areas.

Technics releases 210 more SL-1210GAE limited edition turntables
By Joe Cox published
The original 1000 units have sold out but there will be 210 more all-black Technics SL-1210GAE record players available

7 reasons to buy a hi-fi system (and not a wireless speaker)
By Joe Cox published
The quality vs convenience debate is an obvious one, but there are plenty more reasons why a hi-fi system might make more sense for you than a wireless speaker.

LG's 2020 soundbars deliver Bluetooth, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
By Joe Cox last updated
There are seven new LG soundbars in total, from affordable wireless models to top-of-the-range Dolby Atmos speakers.

LG launches self-cleaning wireless earbuds with Meridian Audio
By Joe Cox published
LG’s industry-first UVnano case claims to eliminate bacteria and germs as the earbuds charge – and there's Meridian Audio, too.

Take a first look at the flagship Technics SL-1210GAE turntable
By Joe Cox published
A new video shows the all-black Technics SL-1210GAE limited edition, 55th anniversary turntable, in all its glory.

Technics reveals all-black SL-1210GAE limited edition turntable
By Joe Cox last updated
The latest Technics SL-1210GAE record player is something special, with only 1000 units available worldwide.

Technics confirms there won't be a cheaper SL-1200 turntable
By Joe Cox last updated
The SL-1200/1210 MK7 is as cheap as the company can go but a new hi-fi turntable could be on the way.

iPhone 12 leaks promise familiar design but a foldable future
By Joe Cox published
The iPhone 12 rumour mill is stepping up a gear, and there's news on a familiar design as well a prototype foldable iPhone.

Bowers & Wilkins set to be acquired by Sound United
By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts last updated
Bowers & Wilkins and the parent company to Denon, Marantz and Polk Audio are in talks to consolidate their offerings...

What is Google Chromecast? Which apps and products are supported?
By Tom Parsons, Joe Cox published
Make the most of Google’s streaming tech with our essential guide.

Dolby Atmos is everywhere, and that's not necessarily a good thing
By Joe Cox published
We welcome improvements to sound quality, of course, but is the appearance of Dolby Atmos in soundbars, phones and other kit watering down the message?

CES 2021 to proceed as scheduled with "in-person event"
By Joe Cox published
The organisers of CES have said planning is underway for 2021 and they include an in-person event as well as more virtual sessions.

Technics teases SU-R1000 Reference Class integrated amplifier
By Joe Cox last updated
The new Technics amplifier is scheduled to launch by the end of 2020 and is described as a "typical Technics amplifier".

Harman Luxury Audio: the home of high-end audio?
By Joe Cox last updated
Some of the biggest names in high-end audio, all under one roof. We found out how that works and what's coming next.

Sumiko Songbird cartridge promises finer details from your vinyl
By Joe Cox published
From the McIntosh family in the US, but designed and built in Japan, comes the Sumiko Songbird high-end moving coil cartridge
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