Latest articles by Verity Burns
What is high-resolution audio? And is hi-res music worth it?
Hi-res audio is the pinnacle for digital music fans, but what is it, how can you get it, and what kit do you need to listen to it?
Best headphones 2025 – our expert picks of every type
Best Buys Our expert in-house reviews team picks the very best headphones you can buy, featuring wired and wireless earbuds and over-ears for every price and preference.
Sonos Ace vs Apple AirPods Max: which noise-cancelling headphones should you buy?
We put the Sonos Ace wireless headphones against the Apple AirPods Max to see which pair comes out on top.
Best Apple HomePod 2 and HomePod Mini deals 2025
DEALS Find the lowest prices on Apple's HomePod 2 and HomePod Mini smart speakers.
Best Bose QuietComfort deals 2024
Bose's QuietComofort noise-cancelling headphones don't come cheap, but you can make savings with these great deals.
Spotify HiFi: release date news, price prediction, quality, and latest rumours
Everything we know about Spotify's upcoming lossless streaming tier ahead of its severely delayed launch date...
Dolby Vision HDR: everything you need to know
Updated Dolby Vision is gaining more traction across TVs, smartphones, service providers and 4K Blu-ray discs – but it's got hot competition from rival HDR formats.
OLED vs QLED: which is the best TV technology?
LG is the boss of OLED and Samsung was once loyal to QLED but is now playing away. So what's the difference? And which is better?
What is a DAC? And why do you need one anyway?
Got digital music? You should probably learn about digital-to-analogue converters and what they bring to the digital audio party.
Sonos delays two new product launches to focus on app fix
CEO Patrick Spence acknowledged speed to get the redesigned app out has resulted in a worse experience for Sonos users.
dCS announces its "most advanced music system" yet – and yes, it's as expensive as it sounds
The new system comprises five components and a range of new technologies.
Sonos Ace headphones get much-needed improvements thanks to huge app update
TV Audio Swap now works with more soundbars and devices, and overall app functionality has been improved at last.
Sony Bravia 9 vs A95L: does Sony's new flagship Mini LED TV beat its top OLED?
We put Sony's new flagship Bravia 9 TV head-to-head and compare it with the excellent A95L OLED.
Victrola's Sonos and Roon-supporting wireless turntable can stream vinyl sound all round your house
Victrola's new flagship wireless model can stream your vinyl in hi-res FLAC quality and is compatible with Sonos and Roon Ready, available this autumn.
Audio-Technica's new affordable turntable delivers key upgrades on its popular entry-level deck
The AT-LP70xBT delivers a range of upgraded features including a better chassis, new tonearm and improved stylus.
Beats Pill vs JBL Charge 5: which portable speaker should you buy?
We put these powerful portable speakers head-to-head in all the areas that matter – but which one comes out on top?
Spotify CEO says a "higher quality" Spotify is "in early days"... 1248 days since it was first announced
Spotify HiFi is indeed coming, but don't expect it any time soon.
The best Naim Mu-so 2 deals
Deals Naim's Gen 2 wireless speaker boasts premium sound and a price tag to match, but you can grab a hefty discount at various retailers.
The best Pro-Ject Primary E deals
Deals You'll find the best deals on the Award-winning Pro-Ject Primary E turntable right here.
Grab the five-star Marantz SA-10 for £2000 cheaper than when we tested it
This premium CD player has its price slashed as the summer sales heat up.
Save £900 on a Samsung QD-OLED TV thanks to this sensational early Amazon Prime Day deal
DEAL The Samsung S90C is down to £899 at Amazon, making it one of the best OLED TV deals around right now.
9 of the best action scenes to test your subwoofer
These test scenes will be sure to get your living room rumbling.
6 ways to get near-perfect Dolby Atmos sound in an imperfect room
Our top tips to achieve great home cinema sound in any room.
