Joe Cox
Joe is the Content Director for What Hi-Fi? and Future’s Product Testing, having previously been the Global Editor-in-Chief of What Hi-Fi?. He has worked on What Hi-Fi? across the print magazine and website for almost 20 years, writing news, reviews and features on everything from turntables to TVs, headphones to hi-fi separates. He has covered product launch events across the world, from Apple to Technics, Sony and Samsung; reported from CES, the Bristol Show, and Munich High End for many years; and written for sites such as the BBC, Stuff and The Guardian. In his spare time, he enjoys expanding his vinyl collection and cycling (not at the same time).
Latest articles by Joe Cox

Sonos Arc vs Beam vs Playbar vs Playbase: which is best?
By Joe Cox last updated
Updated Which is the best Sonos soundbar to buy in 2022? And what are the differences between them? Our guide will explain all.

Forget the Sony XM4, this is the best Sony wireless earbuds deal on Cyber Monday
By Joe Cox published
The Sony WF-C500 true wireless earbuds are superb value at more than half the price of the better known model

Sony WF-1000XM4 wireless earbuds drop to lowest-ever price this Cyber Monday
By Joe Cox last updated
This is a genuinely great Cyber Monday deal that delivers a big saving on the best-in-class Sony WF-1000XM4 true wireless earbuds.

I listened to the Apple Spatial Audio system that makes people cry – and it’s the future
By Joe Cox published
Mercedes-Benz and Burmester want to make the ultimate in-car audio system - and the early signs are seriously impressive.

Apple Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos arrives in Mercedes-Benz cars
By Joe Cox last updated
Mercedes cars with the high-end Burmester sound system will get instant access to spatial audio on Apple Music.

13 best Disney Plus movies and TV shows to stream right now
By Becky Roberts last updated
Disney Plus is much more than Marvel, Star Wars and Disney Classics. Here's our pick of the best TV shows, movies and documentaries you can stream right now.

13 best Prime Day speaker deals: wireless, Bluetooth and hi-fi speakers
By Joe Cox published
Deals It's Day 2 of Prime Day and we're rounding up the best speaker deals around, featuring Echo speakers, JBL, Q Acoustics and more.

Forget Amazon Prime Day and save £150 on this Denon AV receiver instead
By Joe Cox published
Upgrade your home cinema experience this Prime Day, with this great saving on a Denon AVR (and you don't have to be a Prime member)

The 6 best documentaries to watch on Netflix this weekend (that aren't 'Keep Sweet')
By Joe Cox published
Switch off from the outside world and get comfortable in front of some of the best documentaries on Netflix.

Sonos tips: how to stereo pair, connect to a TV, and more
By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts published
Get the most out of your Sonos system with these Sonos tips, tricks and key features.

One of the best ever documentaries just left Netflix – but is now free on Amazon
By Joe Cox published
What do you do when your favourite new show leave Netflix before you've finished? If you're lucky, find it on Amazon...

Nothing else matters now that there's a Metallica turntable
By Joe Cox last updated
We're off to vinyl records land, thanks to the new Pro-Ject Metallica limited edition record player.

Fyne Vintage speakers promise retro looks and cutting-edge technology
By Joe Cox last updated
Looking back, moving forwards, Fyne Vintage might just be the biggest retro speaker range yet.

Monitor Audio strives for speaker perfection with Concept 50 prototype
By Joe Cox last updated
The Concept 50 aims to distill 50 years of Monitor Audio expertise into a flagship speaker like no other.

Pro-Ject launches X1 B and X2 B 'True Balanced Connection' turntables
By Joe Cox published
The Pro-Ject X1 B and X2 B are making their debut at High End in Munich

Andy Clough, 1962-2020
By Joe Cox last updated
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of our friend and colleague, Andy Clough.

The trouble with all-in-one turntables (and what to buy instead)
By Joe Cox published
You certainly can make listening to vinyl convenient nowadays, but there's only so much you should compromise.

I watched a 4K Blu-ray for the first time in years – and was left disappointed
By Joe Cox published
Does an Ultra HD Blu-ray still deliver a better viewing experience than Netflix?

15 of the best documentaries on Netflix UK
By Jonathan Evans last updated
Finding yourself with more time in front of the TV? Here's our pick of the best Netflix documentaries to keep you entertained.

How to set up an outdoor projector cinema system in your garden
By Dan Sung published
Our handy guide to turning your garden or outside space into a summer big-screen cinema with a projector.

Want the best cheap iPhone deal? It isn’t the new iPhone SE 3 (2022)
By Joe Cox last updated
The new iPhone SE looks like a bargain compared to many flagship phones but if you want a cheap iPhone, we think there are arguably better options.

Building a hi-fi system? Don't forget this crucial element (which so many people do)
By Joe Cox published
You should spend around 10% of your overall budget on this crucial aspect of any hi-fi system.
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