Latest articles by Andy Madden
JBL’s Xtreme 4 wireless speaker uses AI to boost sound quality
JBL looks to build on the five-star Xtreme 3 with a new AI-powered, sound-boosting algorithm.
JBL’s new wireless earbuds are smarter than your average AirPods rivals
JBL’s Live TWS 3 Series is the second range to feature JBL’s Smart Charging Case, complete with touchscreen LED display.
Samsung’s 8K Neo QLED TV range uses AI to supercharge picture and sound quality
Samsung has taken the wraps off key models from its 2024 TV line-up, including an 8K range with advanced AI processing.
Dear LG and Samsung, I really want you to start making great audio products again
Samsung and LG have had some success in the audio sphere before, but what’s holding them back?
Best of 2023: from top-tier OLEDs to retro revivals, our team picks its favourite products
2023 has been a busy year, but these are the What Hi-Fi? review team's personal highlights.
Christmas comes early! Award-winning Sonos Dolby Atmos soundbar now £127 off
The Sonos Beam (Gen 2), one of our favourite Dolby Atmos soundbars, is down to £372 with this festive deal.
7 things I’ve learned testing in-car hi-fi for a decade
Listening to everything from budget to high-end set-ups, I've learned a thing or two that you might find helpful.
6 sound settings you shouldn’t ignore on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
Handy hints and secret sound settings will help you make the most of Bose’s five-star noise-cancelling over-ears.
Bose’s spatial audio tech is a nice idea for headphones but it’s too hit-and-miss
I've been spending some time using Bose's Immersive Audio tech with its Ultra range of headphones – here's my verdict
I’m a hi-fi expert and these talented systems deliver stunning value and performance
I’ve spotted some excellent all-in-one systems with big money off, courtesy of Audiolab, Cambridge Audio and KEF.
I can't recommend these two Bowers & Wilkins speaker deals enough on Cyber Monday
In a surprise move, two pairs of our favourite standmount speakers below £1000 get big price cut this sales season
I'll be surprised if this mega headphones deal is beaten on Cyber Monday
Deals Just when we thought Rode's exceptional headphones couldn't be better value, Amazon knocked £81 off the list price.
I review headphones for a living and these surprise Black Friday deals rocked my world
Black Friday sprung a few surprises with seriously tempting deals on three particular pairs of headphones.
Don't buy Apple AirPods 3 this Cyber Monday, I've found a better wireless earbuds deal
I've seen a lot of fantastic wireless earbuds deals over the past 48 hours but the AirPods 3 isn't one of them.
This turntable accessory is the surprise hi-fi deal you should consider this Black Friday
This charming little Duo combines a MM/MC phono stage with a headphone amplifier, and now it's even more tempting with a £100 discount.
What Hi-Fi? Awards: 26 Product of the Year winners announced for 2023!
Today we have decorated 26 of our 107 Best Buy winners with the even more prestigious Product of the Year accolade…
HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know
In-depth Ever wondered what the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) input on your TV means? And where does the newer HDMI eARC fit in?
Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System (BMW 5 Series 2023)
Not yet ratedWe've been out for a spin with Bowers & Wilkins' in-car system for the new 2023 5 Series. Here are our first impressions.
It’s a clean sweep for Sony’s wireless headphones at the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2023
Sony served up an absolute feast of five-star wireless headphones this year and it has reaped the rewards.
If Apple launches two AirPods 4 models in 2024, I can see one big problem
Leaks suggest Apple is working on two different pairs of 4th Gen AirPods, but will the designs go far enough?
9 of the best Halloween tracks to test your hi-fi system
We've put together some of our favourite Halloween-themed tracks that are perfect for putting your kit through its paces
Sony's next PS5 controller could have a surprise treat for wireless earbuds fans
Sony has filed a patent for a clever next-gen PlayStation 5 controller that can also house a pair of wireless earbuds.
