Joe Svetlik
Joe has been writing about tech for 20 years, first on staff at T3 magazine, then in a freelance capacity for Stuff, The Sunday Times Travel Magazine (now defunct), Men's Health, GQ, The Mirror, Trusted Reviews, TechRadar and many more. His specialities include all things mobile, headphones and speakers that he can't justifying spending money on.
Latest articles by Joe Svetlik

How to set up and position your speakers in 4 simple steps
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Make sure your speakers are set up and positioned correctly in order to really hear them at their best.

MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC: all the audio file formats explained
By Joe Svetlik last updated
What's an audio file format? Which music file formats are hi-res? We delve into the differences between MP3, FLAC, ALAC and more.

Best headphones with a mic 2025: top options for music and calls tested
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys Want a great pair of headphones for phone calls and video chats? These are the best options we've tested.

Super Bowl 4K: how to watch Chiefs vs Eagles in Ultra HD with HDR and with Dolby Atmos
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Live stream Here's how to watch a stunning Super Bowl 4K live stream from anywhere today. You can watch Super Bowl 59 in 4K HDR, if you know where to look.

Netflix's UK prices are rising – here's how much more you'll pay
By Joe Svetlik published
Netflix's UK prices are rising across the board, including its Extra Member add-ons.

Technics SC-CX700 vs KEF LS50 Wireless II: which streaming system is better?
By Joe Svetlik published
Two all-in-one streaming systems, but which should you buy?

Best Sony headphones 2025: top pairs recommended by our expert reviews team
By Andy Madden last updated
Best Buys Sony has some truly remarkable headphones at its disposal – here are the best we've tested that you can buy.

Comcast will stream the Super Bowl in Dolby Atmos this weekend, for a more immersive audio experience.
By Joe Svetlik published
For a more immersive experience

Sony vs Sennheiser headphones: which are better?
By Joe Svetlik published
Which are better for in-ear, over-ear, mid-range and premium models?

Best budget soundbars 2025: affordable home cinema sound tested by experts
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys These budget soundbars are easy, effective, and prove you don't have to spend a fortune to improve your TV's sound.

How to get the best picture and sound from your PlayStation 5
By John Archer last updated
Tweaks and tips for making the most of Sony's next-gen console.

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 will have new fitness features to go with ANC, leak suggests
By Joe Svetlik published
The latest leak suggests the Powerbeats Pro 2 will have new heart tracking features.

Loewe's latest luxury TV features actual lava in its construction
By Joe Svetlik published
Loewe's latest TV features cooled lava in its back panel. But it's not as crazy as it sounds.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) vs QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: which is best?
By Esat Dedezade, Joe Svetlik last updated
Bose has a new pair of entry-level noise-cancelling wireless earbuds. How do they compare against the flagship model?

Best Panasonic TVs 2025: 2 top options for buyers who value authentic picture quality
By Tom Parsons last updated
Brand loyal to Panasonic? We can't blame you. You'll want to check out the company's best TVs, then...

Best headphone amplifiers 2025: expert picks to boost your personal listening
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Our expert pick of the best headphone amps includes affordable, portable models as well as premium units for home listening.

Best internet radios 2025: modern radios with streaming smarts
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
Best Buys With internet connectivity and free streaming to boot, the best internet radios are fit for the 21st century.

Bose vs Sennheiser headphones: which should you choose?
By Joe Svetlik published
Bose and Sennheiser make some great headphones. Let's see which would suit you best.

Dolby Atmos: what is it? How can you get it?
By Becky Roberts last updated
Want to heighten your home cinema surround sound experience? You need to know about Dolby Atmos.

Best multi-room speakers 2025: whole-home wireless speakers tried and tested
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Best Buys Kiss those cables goodbye and start your whole home sound system with one of these excellent multi-room speakers.

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs iPhone 16: how do they compare?
By Joe Svetlik published
The Samsung Galaxy S25 promises significant picture upgrades. But how does it fare against the iPhone 16?

Samsung Galaxy S25: price, launch date, screen specs and more
By Joe Svetlik last updated
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is available to pre-order now – so what does it offer?

Best multi-room wireless systems 2025: all tested by expert reviewers
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Best Buys Want to play all the music in the world at the touch of a button, all around your home? You want a wireless multi-room system.
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