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Loewe Stellar OLED TV

Loewe’s ‘unusual’ OLED TV is now available in 77 and 83 inches

By Robyn Quick last updated

The 77 and 83-inch Loewe Stellar is available to buy now.

A keynote speaker on stage in front of a CES logo.

CES 2025 preview: what to expect from the world's biggest tech show

By Joe Svetlik published

This year we're expecting big things from LG, Samsung and Sony, while HDMI could be in for an overhaul...

AirPods Pro 2 on a chair outside

The AirPods Pro 3 could land sooner than expected

By Joe Svetlik published

Apple is rumoured to 'go early' with the next AirPods Pro, launching them ahead of their usual September/October refresh.

A transparent TV. It is on a white background. On the screen is an abstract colourful pattern.

The first transparent OLED TV is available to buy – but the price tag is eye-watering

By Robyn Quick published

At $60,000, this transparent TV is the first of its kind.

LG QNED 2025

LG unveils its 2025 series of QNED TVs ahead of CES – includes wireless connectivity, 100-inch screens and more

By Lewis Empson published

LG has revealed its first wave of new TVs for 2025; say hello to QNED Evo.

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: stunning step-up turntables, bang-for-buck stereo amplifiers, TVs and more

By Chris Burke published

Impressive turntables, amps, and TVs all feature in our January issue

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Pro-Ject X2 B / Phono Box S3 B

Pro-Ject X2 B / Phono Box S3 B review

By Australian Hi-Fi published

A duo that allows you to take advantage of the many advantages of balanced connections all the way from the phono cartridge to amplifier.

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Chario Constellation II Lynx

Chario Constellation II Lynx review

By Australian Hi-Fi last updated

Italian style loudspeakers on a budget

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Parasound Zphono XRM

Parasound Zphono XRM review

By Australian Hi-Fi published

Although plain in design and a little cramped for connectivity, the Zphono XRM from Parasound is a performance powerhouse.

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Aurender ACS10

Aurender ACS10 review

By Australian Hi-Fi published

Aurender's ACS10 is a media server that offers plenty of storage and other neat features like a CD tray for ripping.

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McIntosh MA252

McIntosh MA252 review

By Australian Hi-Fi published

One of the luxury brand's more affordable options offers up excellent amplification, strikingly unique looks, and build quality to match.

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Chario Constellation II Delphinus

Chario Constellation II Delphinus review

By Australian Hi-Fi published

Packing gorgeous sound into a refined packaged, the Delphinus from Chario's Constellation Mk II collection truly shines.

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Headphones

AirPods Pro 2 on a chair outside

The AirPods Pro 3 could land sooner than expected

By Joe Svetlik published

Apple is rumoured to 'go early' with the next AirPods Pro, launching them ahead of their usual September/October refresh.

Headphones
SoundMagic E11C on a red backdrop

Best in-ear headphones 2024: top earbuds tried and tested by our experts

By Andy Madden last updated

Best Buys These are the best earbuds we've tested, including cheap pairs as well as premium options for serious listening.

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What Hi-Fi? Christmas Gift Guide logo on a red background

Christmas Gift Guide 2024: top gift ideas for music, film and tech fans

By Kashfia Kabir last updated

Our hand-picked guide to over 30 Christmas gift ideas for music, film and tech fans

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A black Sonos Arc Ultra and black Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9 on a grey and red background with a white versus sign between them.

Sonos Arc Ultra vs Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9: which flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar is better?

By Joe Svetlik, Esat Dedezade last updated

They're both flagships and are brimming with features, but which soundbar is better?

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JBL Flip 6 waterproof water promo pic

IP ratings explained: how waterproof are your headphones?

By Harry McKerrell last updated

Trying to understand IPX ratings can sometimes feel like drowning in a sea of meaningless digits. Let us throw you a life preserver.

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Over-ear headphones: Sony WH-CH720N

What is Transparency mode? Which headphones have it?

By Joe Svetlik published

Did you know some headphones can let in outside sound when instructed, so you don't have to take them off to hear what's around you?

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Cambridge Audio EXA100 integrated amplifier on hi-fi rack in front of books

Cambridge Audio EXA100 review

By What Hi-Fi? published

Cambridge Audio’s premium amplifier aims high with a big, powerful and refined sound and ample connections – but has it done enough to trouble the class leaders?

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Bluesound Node Nano vs WiiM Pro Plus banner image

Bluesound Node Nano vs WiiM Pro Plus: which entry-level streamer is best for you?

By Harry McKerrell published

Bluesound faces off against WiiM's established Award winner in the battle for entry-level music streamer supremacy.

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Wharfedale Diamond 12.1

Best budget hi-fi speakers 2024: bookshelf and floorstanding models tried and tested

By Kashfia Kabir last updated

Best Buys Feeling the pinch? Allow us to remind you of the excellent value on offer from the best budget speakers on the market.

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Naim NSS 333 streamer on wooden rack

I heard over 150 products in 2024 and these are my 5 hi-fi highlights

By Ketan Bharadia published

What Hi-Fi?'s technical editor Ketan Bharadia reveals his favourite kit of the year.

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Sony LinkBuds Speaker wireless speaker held in hand above lawn

Sony LinkBuds Speaker review

By What Hi-Fi? published

The portable LinkBuds Speaker showcases much of that expected Sony quality, but is it enough to make the class leaders quake in their boots?

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several system products on a grey background

We've built a versatile vinyl and streaming system that brings the best of both worlds – but doesn't cost the earth

By Jonathan Evans published

Here we have put together a wonderful all-rounder of a system, not least as it features both a streamer and a turntable as its musical sources.

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