Lewis Empson
Lewis Empson is a Senior Staff Writer on What Hi-Fi?. He was previously Gaming and Digital editor for Cardiff University's 'Quench Magazine', Lewis graduated in 2021 and has since worked on a selection of lifestyle magazines and regional newspapers. Outside of work, he enjoys gaming, gigs and regular cinema trips.
Latest articles by Lewis Empson

Google's Pixel 9 event – how to watch it, what to expect and any surprises we'd like to see
By Lewis Empson published
Google's annual smartphone event is being streamed this evening, with three new handsets already confirmed.

I switched from Spotify to Apple Music with this app that saved my playlists (and my sanity)
By Lewis Empson published
After switching streaming services yet again, I've found an app that actually transfers my music library without any hassle.

Google announces the death of Chromecast alongside the brand-new Google TV Streamer
By Lewis Empson published
Google has announced the end of the Chromecast series, but its being succeeded by the Google TV Streamer.

LG C4 (OLED65C4)
By Tom Parsons last updated
A minor upgrade on paper but a big step up in reality, the C4 puts LG’s C-series back on top.

Now finally gets 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos, but it comes at a cost
By Lewis Empson published
Now has a new streaming upgrade that adds 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos to the platform, but it's rather pricey.

JBL MA9100HP and Stage 2 5.1.4 home cinema system
By Lewis Empson published
Not yet ratedJBL's new home cinema speaker and AVR range makes a strong first impression during our brief hands on session.

I've listened to JBL's new Modern Audio AVRs, and I'm thrilled that Denon has some competition
By Lewis Empson published
JBL's new Modern Audio range of AVRs could be the lighthearted Denon alternatives we've been waiting for.

Sony's upcoming PlayStation 5 update will bring personalised spatial audio to the console
By Lewis Empson published
Sony has announced that personalised spatial audio will come to the PS5 in an upcoming update, with a teaser of the new UI.

TCL and Bang & Olufsen join forces with an art TV collaboration that rivals Samsung's The Frame
By Lewis Empson published
TCL and Bang & Olufsen have announced a six-year partnership with premium audio coming to TCL TVs soon.

I've tested two of the most important flagship 4K Mini LED TVs of 2024 – but are they worthy OLED alternatives?
By Lewis Empson published
The QN95D and Bravia 9 are two important TVs that look to displace OLED, but are they successful?

Loewe's new LCD TV might be stretching the definition of "entry-level" – but it is very stylish
By Lewis Empson published
Loewe has announced a new entry-level model in its TV lineup with a top-notch gaming specs and a hefty price tag.

Amazon Prime Video gets an AI-focused facelift with a slick new user interface
By Lewis Empson published
Amazon Prime Video has been updated, here are all of the new features and UI upgrades.

Apple TV is reportedly cutting investment in new shows because not enough people are watching
By Lewis Empson published
A new report from Bloomberg claims that Apple is scaling back spending on original programming for Apple TV+.

4K Blu-ray strikes back against streaming according to one of Britain's largest entertainment retailers
By Lewis Empson published
Take a nail out of that coffin; 4K Blu-ray is fighting back against streaming according to recent sales figures from HMV.

Kaleidescape reveals its latest 4K player with Dolby Vision support and an internal SSD
By Lewis Empson published
Kaleidescape has announced a new 4K reference player with a built-in SSD for standalone use and Dolby Vision HDR.

JBL sets its sights on Denon with a new range of affordable 8K home cinema receivers
By Lewis Empson published
JBL has announced a five-strong lineup of new AVRs, including a new 8K Dolby Atmos model.

This Prime Day home cinema bundle might look tempting, but it's cheaper if you buy it separately
By Lewis Empson published
Richer Sounds has a home cinema bundle that can be bettered if you just buy the components separately.

A new Sonos Dolby Atmos soundbar has leaked – is this our first look at the next-generation Arc?
By Lewis Empson published
Pictures have leaked of a supposed new Sonos soundbar which could replace the ageing Arc.

Samsung unveils its latest pair of foldable phones with AI smarts and thinner designs at Unpacked 2024
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung has announced its latest duo of Galaxy Z devices for 2024 with the Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.

Denon AVC-X6800H vs Marantz Cinema 30: which premium AVR should power your home cinema speaker system?
By Lewis Empson published
Denon and Marantz have just earned five stars for both of their latest premium AVRs, but which one should you buy?

Save £900 on a Samsung QD-OLED TV thanks to this sensational early Amazon Prime Day deal
By Lewis Empson published
DEAL The Samsung S90C is down to £899 at Amazon, making it one of the best OLED TV deals around right now.

BenQ aims to deliver big-screen gaming thrills at an affordable price with its latest pair of projectors
By Lewis Empson published
BenQ has announced the TK710 and TK710STi as part of its casual gaming range of projectors.

The Apple TV 4K is comfortably the best streamer, but only if you change these settings
By Lewis Empson published
Apple makes the best video streamer on the market, but here's how to squeeze the best performance out of it.
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