Verity Burns
Verity is a freelance technology journalist and former Multimedia Editor at What Hi-Fi?.
Having chalked up more than 15 years in the industry, she has covered the highs and lows across the breadth of consumer tech, sometimes travelling to the other side of the world to do so. With a specialism in audio and TV, however, it means she's managed to spend a lot of time watching films and listening to music in the name of "work".
You'll occasionally catch her on BBC Radio commenting on the latest tech news stories, and always find her in the living room, tweaking terrible TV settings at parties.
Latest articles by Verity Burns
Philips 2024 TV range guide: our experts detail what you need to know
By Verity Burns published
Philips has announced the details of its 2024 TVs, including new flagship OLEDs to entry-level LCD. Here's everything you need to know.
Sonos expands its Architectural range with new 8" In-Ceiling Speaker
By Verity Burns published
Sonos has launched a new 8" In-Ceiling Speaker for the professional and custom-install markets
Philips' new wireless headphones will never need charging
By Verity Burns published
Philips has announced trio of new headphones that focus on sound quality and battery life.
How to calculate the right viewing distance for your TV
By Verity Burns published
These quick calculations could help you choose the right size of TV for your room, and where you should be sitting for the best experience.
Fyne Audio brings F1 engineering to its latest Special Production floorstanders
By Verity Burns published
Fyne Audio is adding two new floorstanders to its Special Production speaker lineup, borrowing some flagship tech from the brand's F1 Series.
LG G4 vs Panasonic Z95A: which 2024 OLED TV should you buy?
By Verity Burns published
Trying to decide between the LG G4 and the Panasonic Z95A? We've put the two head to head to see how they compare.
Stars of CES 2024: the 11 best TV and audio products we saw this week
By Verity Burns published
Best of CES 2024: the most exciting TV and audio products from the show
9 most exciting hi-fi and audio announcements from CES 2024
By Verity Burns published
CES might have been a whirlwind of TV announcements, but there were still some great launches from hi-fi brands too. Here's our pick of the best.
LG G4 vs LG M4: how LG's top-tier TVs compare
By Verity Burns published
How does the LG G4 compare to the wireless LG M4? We put the two newly announced, top-tier TVs up against each other with what we know so far...
LG G4 vs LG G3: how the new OLED TV improves on the old
By Verity Burns published
LG's G4 OLED has been announced, but how does it compare with its predecessor? We put them head to head to find out.
New Bose headphones clip onto your ear to keep you aware of your surroundings
By Verity Burns published
Bose is set to launch new open-ear headphones at CES 2024, that sit outside the ear canal to keep listeners more aware of their surroundings.
The Audio Pro C20 is an all-in-one speaker solution for your music and movies
By Verity Burns published
The new Audio Pro C20 offers a great selection of connection options for wired and wireless playback.
Samsung's Music Frame speaker wants to make art out of audio
By Verity Burns published
Samsung is looking to replicate the success of its Frame TV, but this time with audio.
Shanling’s first CD player in 20 years costs $17,000
By Verity Burns published
Shanling is returning to the CD player market after 20 years with the CD-T35, but its limited-run player won't come cheap.
Samsung's flagship Galaxy S24 phone will almost certainly launch on 17th January
By Verity Burns published
Samsung has announced the date for Galaxy Unpacked 2024 when we'll likely see its new Galaxy S24 smartphone unveiled.
What to expect from Sony in 2024 – Mini LED, WH-1000XM6 and more hi-fi (please)
By Verity Burns published
Sony is one of the greats of the AV world, but what does it have up its sleeve for 2024? Here are our predictions.
What to expect from Sonos in 2024 – headphones, new Arc and a big surprise
By Verity Burns published
It's been a difficult year for the multi-room giant, but expect product announcements galore in 2024 – including one that might surprise you.
7 last-minute gifts for hi-fi fans that won’t break the bank
By Verity Burns published
Gift Guides If you've still got presents to buy for the hi-fi fan in your life, we've picked out some of our favourite products under £200 to help with those last-minute gifts.
Marantz NR1200 is a feature-packed slimline stereo receiver
By Verity Burns published
New receiver offers powerful two-channel sound with advanced HDMI connectivity and music streaming capabilities
Nokia relaunches 8110, ditches headphone jack on four new smartphones
By Verity Burns published
Nokia gets nostalgic at Mobile World Congress 2018 (and also refreshes its entire range of Android smartphones).
Huawei's new MediaPad M5 tablets support hi-res audio
By Verity Burns published
The three-strong range, announced at MWC 2018, offers high-resolution audio support via the headphone jack, and boasts Harman Kardon-tuned speakers.
Sony Xperia Ear Duo is a pair of 'anti-noise-cancelling' headphones
By Verity Burns published
Sony has launched its wireless open-ear earbuds, which let noise in from your surroundings for a "dual-listening" experience.
Sony announces Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact with HDR support
By Verity Burns published
The new flagship line-up offers HDR playback with SDR-to-HDR upconversion, but loses the headphone jack as Sony focuses on wireless.
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