Latest articles by Becky Roberts
When do wireless speakers stop making sense? I believe one crucial sound element determines their ceiling
Even the very best-sounding one-box wireless speakers are limited.
We've built an affordable, all-purpose hi-fi system for vinyl, streaming and even headphone fans
Want vinyl or streaming, speakers or headphones? Well, why not have all four!
Best wired headphones 2025: the 7 top pairs tested by our review experts
Best buys Wired is the way if you want the best sound for your money
We asked hi-fi engineers what makes a music streamer sound great – and it's about much more than just chipsets
Engineers talk software, power supplies, master clocks and more.
Best DACs 2025: USB, desktop and portable digital-to-analogue converters
Best Buys Give your phone, laptop or hi-fi system the audio boost it likely needs
Vinyl records and music streaming both hit landmark highs – but the one growing faster in revenue may surprise you
Total music revenue in the US grew by 3 per cent last year
Best portable MP3 players 2025: top hi-res music players tested by our experts
Best buys You can listen to music on your phone or laptop, of course, but if you want optimum sound quality, only a dedicated hi-res audio player will do.
Best over-ear headphones 2025: wired and wireless pairs tested by our in-house experts
Best Buys Our in-house reviews team picks the best over-ear headphones for both home and portable use...
Vinyl and CD recycling scheme reboots in the UK – and major indie record stores are onboard
The announcement coincided with yesterday’s World Recycling Day
Best noise-cancelling headphones 2025 – tested by our in-house experts
Best Buys Leave the noisy world behind and immerse yourself in music with our expert pick of the best noise-cancelling headphones you can buy...
Best turntable speakers 2025: top options for your record player
Best Buys Looking for the best speakers for your record player? We've rounded up a versatile range of options to suit all budgets and needs.
The perfect hi-fi streamer exists only in our imagination – here’s how it looks
Our ideal music streamer is a mash-up of many existing models.
The best turntable deals 2025: lowest prices on great record players
Deals We've rounded up the best deals on some of our favourite turntables
The ultimate music tracks to test your hi-fi system
We've compiled a number of test tracks that are particularly telling of a music system's talents...
An agonising timeline of our eight-year wait for lossless Spotify HiFi streaming
And the many other milestones of lossless hi-res streaming.
Sonos’s highly anticipated Apple TV rival is reportedly off the cards “for now”
The much-rumoured video streamer was expected to launch this year
Best audiophile headphones 2025: 9 best-sounding luxury pairs for music fans
Best Buys From the relatively modest to the esteemed high-end, the best audiophile headphones hit all the right notes.
10 of the world's most expensive turntables
We've rounded-up a selection of the world’s most expensive turntables, and they're quite a sight.
Sony WF-1000XM6: release date and price predictions, plus 6 features on our wishlist
We muse on what could be in store for Sony's next flagship wireless earbuds
All three current in-ear AirPods are up to 32% off at Amazon – here's which pair you should buy
The AirPods 4, 4 with ANC and Pro 2 are on sale, priced between $100 and $170
Best wireless headphones 2025: reviewed and rated by our in-house experts
Best Buys The best wireless headphones offer convenience and quality in one comfortable, musical and ultimately great-value package.
Best active speakers 2025: our experts pick the top pairs with built-in amplifiers
Best Buys Great hi-fi sound without the need for a separate amplifier, whether you want to connect a TV, turntable or streamer.
The best headphone deals 2025: AirPods, Bose, Sony and more
Deals Decent discounts on many of the best headphones and earbuds we've reviewed, including current What Hi-Fi? Award winners...
