Adam Smith
Adam was a staff writer for What Hi-Fi?, reviewing consumer gadgets for online and print publication, as well as researching and producing features and advice pieces on new technology in the hi-fi industry. He has since worked for PC Mag as a contributing editor and is now a science and technology reporter for The Independent.
Latest articles by Adam Smith
Sony's Dolby Vision update doesn't work for HDMI or USB
By Adam Smith published
According to reports, Netflix is the only source that allows for Dolby Vision on Sony televisions.
Bryston unveils new flagship Active loudspeakers
By Adam Smith published
Included in the line up are the Model T Active, the (smaller) Middle T Active (pictured) and the (smaller still) Mini T Active.
KEF unveils Q50a Dolby Atmos speakers
By Adam Smith published
The speakers start at £450 per pair and use KEF's trademark Uni-Q driver technology...
Amazon's smart clock, the Echo Spot, is coming to the UK this month
By Adam Smith published
A smaller, rounder version of Amazon's Echo Show, the £120 Spot can play Amazon Video and stream music through Spotify and Amazon Music.
Elipson announces new wireless Prestige Facet speakers
By Adam Smith published
Due at the Bristol Sound and Vision Show, the speakers come with Chromecast Audio dongle for streaming via compatible services.
The best headphones of CES 2018: AKG, Audeze, Audio Technica, B&O, Debussy, Sony
By Adam Smith published
The top six head-turning headphone ranges at the Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas - wireless, noise-cancelling, and packed with AI smarts.
Zolo releases Model Zero 'kettlebell' speaker
By Adam Smith published
The circular speaker has Google Assistant and Chromecast built in - although price (and weight, for that matter) are still unconfirmed.
Google acquires Redux, the company that turns surfaces into speakers
By Adam Smith published
The company's latest acquisition could mean the next generation of Pixel phones does without traditional speakers.
New Soul Electronics headphones track how you're moving
By Adam Smith published
'Blade' and 'Run Free Pro' are both able to monitor your cadence, maximum leg force and balance.
THX and i-BLADES unite for sound-improving phone cases
By Adam Smith published
The modular smartcase uses THX's distortion-reducing Achromatic Audio Amplifier technology...
CES 2018: B&O Play announces flagship wireless headphones
By Adam Smith published
The Beoplay H8i (above left) and Beoplay H9i (above right) launched alongside new all-black and all-white versions of the E8 wireless headphones.
Sony announces new compact soundbar: HT-SF200
By Adam Smith published
It's a 2.1-channel design with a built-in subwoofer, and can be controlled using the same remote as your Sony TV.
Audio-Technica unveils new range of headphones at CES 2018
By Adam Smith published
The five-strong range (including the ATH-DSR5BTs shown above) is due to hit UK stores in the spring.
CES 2018: Bragi is working on tailor-made listening experiences
By Adam Smith published
The company says its headphones could protect your ears from loud noises, as well as change their settings depending on environment.
Amazon plans bid for Premier League streaming rights
By Adam Smith published
The £100bn company can easily outbid Sky and BT if it decides to expand its UK sport streaming portfolio.
LG reveals its first 4K HDR projector just prior to CES 2018 debut
By Adam Smith published
Due at the Las Vegas shindig next week, the HU80KA is half the size of traditional projectors
Amazon's Alexa products could start playing adverts
By Adam Smith published
Your smart speaker could be about to slip adverts into Alexa skills, or suggest other products from companies based on your buying history.
LG's 2018 TVs will support Google Assistant
By Adam Smith published
Google Assistant will be available to customers in certain countries, alongside LG's own virtual assistant that will control its ThinQ-branded products.
CES 2018: Samsung's 'directional speaker' aims to replace headphones
By Adam Smith published
The speaker, to be launched at CES 2018 in Las Vegas, will come in three forms: Handy, Neckband, and a smartphone cover.
LG kicks off 2018 with new soundbars and smart speakers
By Adam Smith published
The line-up includes the first audio products designed as part of LG's new partnership with Meridian Audio, and its first speaker with Google Assistant built-in...
LG announces ThinQ brand for artificially intelligent televisions
By Adam Smith published
This could mean your television links with your smart speaker, fridge or other internet-connected appliances.
4K Ultra HD Blu-ray recording specs announced for Japan
By Adam Smith published
The standards will be in place in time for the 2020 Olympic games, which NHK in Japan intends to broadcast in 8K.
Apple is slowing down your old iPhone, but it's not what you think
By Adam Smith published
The company reduces CPU speeds because of degrading batteries, in an attempt to stop your phone randomly shutting down.
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