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
Onkyo has three new affordable hi-fi systems
By Adam Smith published
The CS-N775D, CS-N575D, and the CS-375D are the company's latest systems to try and tickle your fancy.
JBL Boombox is the company's largest wireless speaker
By Adam Smith published
The Boombox is big, waterproof and has a 24-hour battery. It's the largest wireless speaker the company has produced, and will make its debut at IFA in Berlin.
Apple to invest $1bn in original programme content
By Adam Smith published
The tech giant is planning on investing $1bn into making its own shows, which could boost Apple Music's popularity over both Spotify and Netflix.
Despicable Me – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray review
By Adam Smith published
A criminal mastermind adopts three orphans to help in his nefarious scheme, but finds it's not easy being a villain - or a father.
Over 50,000 rare records have been archived online for your listening pleasure
By Adam Smith published
New York’s ARChive of Contemporary Music and the Internet Archive have teamed up to save tens of thousands of records from extinction...
Audio Technica reveals updated ATH-MSR7SE headphones
By Adam Smith published
The shinier, newer versions of the ATH-MSR7s incorporate superior tech from the pricier ATH-SR9 headphones
Facebook's Watch feature wants to challenge YouTube's hegemony
By Adam Smith published
In replacing Videos, the company is focusing on highlighting scripted and live programmes from outside the user's news feed - and investing in its own content.
Creative Halo is a Bluetooth speaker with integrated light-show
By Adam Smith published
The Bluetooth 4.2 wireless speaker has an eight hour battery life, built-in speakerphone and 12 light patterns you can remotely control.
Samsung's Q9 television hits humongous 88in screen size
By Adam Smith published
It has 4K resolution with HDR support, naturally, and can support the entirety of the DCI colorspace - totalling over one billion colours.
Sky introduces 'Sky VIP' rewards program for loyal customers
By Adam Smith published
There are four tier of rewards: Silver (0-3 years), Gold (3-8 years), Platinum (8-15 years) and Black (15+ years). New users can take part in prize draws for VIP tickets and free events.
Binge-watching is killing traditional must-see-TV
By Adam Smith published
Newsflash: the likes of Netflix can cause you to lose sleep.
September 2017 issue on sale now!
By Adam Smith published
Superb stereo speakers, 4K HDR Blu-ray players, mouth-watering temptations and Dolby Atmos soundbars all make the issue of What Hi-Fi? unmissable.
Motorola's G5S and G5S Plus smartphones due this month
By Adam Smith published
The Android smartphones are a marked improvement over the standard Moto G5 on paper, with a better battery life and a more sophisticated camera.
Honor announces low-cost 6A smartphone
By Adam Smith published
The Honor 6A runs Android 7.0, has a 13-megapixel camera and 3020mAh battery that should last over a day.
Apple reveals "4K HDR" films on iTunes – 4K Apple TV incoming?
By Adam Smith published
Eagle-eyed users have spotted 4K HDR labelling on iTunes movie downloads, the surest sign yet that we might see a new 4K Apple TV box.
Terminator-style smart speaker is Kickstarting now
By Adam Smith published
The Terminator T-800 Endoskeleton speaker has a camera in its left eye socket and Amazon Echo functionality. May or may not say "I'll be back".
Pure's new Siesta S6 radio looks muy bien
By Adam Smith published
The Siesta S6 DAB+ and FM has 40 station presets as well as Bluetooth 4.0 support so you can stream from your smartphone. SnoozeTouch and Siesta mode mean you can nap and wake up easier, too.
Plantronics announces Dolby Atmos headphones
By Adam Smith published
The RIG 400LX, RIG 600LX and wireless RIG 800LX headphones have Dolby Atmos surround-sound to enhance your gaming experience
Bossa Sound announces new Moonraker wireless speaker
By Adam Smith published
White and spherical, Bossa Sound's latest wireless speaker looks like it would be at home in a supervillain's lair.
Buy 'Terminator 2' UHD Blu-ray, get life-sized robot arm
By Adam Smith published
The life-sized, robotic arm comes with the 4K HDR Blu-ray release of Terminator 2: Judgement Day and is signed by director James Cameron.
Atari launches a hat that's also a speaker - it's Speakerhat
By Adam Smith published
Atari, famous for the 2600 console, has made a Bluetooth-connected hat with integrated speakers. The company thinks this is the future of wearables...
John Wick: Chapter 2 – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray review
By Adam Smith published
After returning to the criminal underworld to repay past favours, former hitman John Wick discovers that he still has enemies around every corner.
CDs and vinyl remain popular with music lovers, BPI research shows
By Adam Smith published
Despite the widespread availability of streaming services, turntables and CD players still retain their place in the home, according to the British Phonographic Industry.
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