Joe Svetlik
Joe has been writing about tech for 20 years, first on staff at T3 magazine, then in a freelance capacity for Stuff, The Sunday Times Travel Magazine (now defunct), Men's Health, GQ, The Mirror, Trusted Reviews, TechRadar and many more. His specialities include all things mobile, headphones and speakers that he can't justifying spending money on.
Latest articles by Joe Svetlik

Sonos Arc Ultra vs Sonos Arc: which Dolby Atmos soundbar is better?
By Esat Dedezade, Joe Svetlik last updated
The new Sonos Arc Ultra costs more than the original Arc – is it worth it?

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e vs Sony WH-1000XM5: which ANC headphones are better?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
B&W's latest over-ear headphones are some of its best yet, but how do they compare to the mighty Sony XM5?

The What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame: the best tech products of the 2020s
By Joe Cox, Joe Svetlik last updated
The latest instalment of the What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame features the most influential products since 2020...

What are the best Bluetooth codecs? aptX, AAC, LDAC and more explained
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Do you know your aptX from your LDAC? Or your AAC from your elbow? Here's the full guide to Bluetooth codecs...

Richer Sounds partners with Just Eat to bring tech to your door in under 30 minutes
By Joe Svetlik published
Need an amp, stat? Richer Sounds' new collaboration with Just Eat will bring kit to your door in under 30 minutes.

Which Amazon Fire TV Stick should you buy in 2025?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Our thoughts on Amazon's extensive range of affordable video streamers and which ones you should really consider.

Best HBO Max deals: find the cheapest HBO Max subscription offer
By Joe Svetlik last updated
If you're considering joining HBO Max, check out the best deals around before you spend.

Sky's Black Friday deals are going live – get Sky & Netflix for £19 per month
By Joe Svetlik published
Certain of Sky's Black Friday deals are live now, some go live on Friday, and all last until early December.

How do active noise-cancelling headphones work? Are they worth it?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
What is active noise cancellation, you ask? We break down the tech that eliminates extraneous noise (and divulge the headphones that do it best).

Pro-Ject's The Classic Reference is a stunning special edition turntable
By Joe Svetlik published
Designed as the standard against which all others should be judged

Fyne Audio's new speaker range boasts flagship drivers on an entry-level budget
By Joe Svetlik published
IsoFlare drivers for all!

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Apple AirPods Max: which flagship wireless headphones are better?
By Kashfia Kabir, Joe Svetlik last updated
UPDATED Apple and Bose have excellent noise-cancelling wireless headphones for a premium price, but which five-star performer is best for you?

The Google TV Streamer just got a step closer to replacing your aerial
By Joe Svetlik published
The new Channels tab brings live broadcast TV to your streamer, including new addition Channel 4.

The one simple tweak that would make these 'new' popular products more compelling
By Joe Svetlik published
Apple and Sonos have recently launched new versions of existing products, but one thing is missing...

BenQ's new projector optimises the picture using AI
By Joe Svetlik published
With its AI Cinema Mode, the BenQ W2720i promises to improve your autumn viewing.

LG C4 vs C3: is LG's 2024 'step-down' OLED TV better than last year's?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
LG's C4 is much better in person than the specs suggest, but is it worth choosing over the cheaper C3?

VPI's new turntable has a modular design for easy upgradeability
By Joe Svetlik published
The first in the brand's new Forever Series, the Model One is designed to evolve rather than be replaced.

Amazon's new Fire TV Stick HD has one great new feature, and one that should be binned
By Joe Svetlik published
The new model replaces the Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick Lite as the cheapest Amazon streamer.

Which Sonos speaker should you buy in 2025?
By Joe Cox, Becky Roberts last updated
Got your heart set on a Sonos speaker or soundbar but not sure which product is right for you? Here's our guide to help you decide.

Sonos Ace headphones could get a price cut as higher-spec version rumoured
By Joe Svetlik published
Are the Ace in for a price drop?

The vinyl revival continues! WH Smith stores will start selling records again
By Joe Svetlik published
The high street retailer is to stock vinyl again in 80 stores, after dropping the format in the 90s.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5: which is better?
By Andy Madden last updated
Bose's new QC Ultra Headphones earned five stars, but can they best Sony's finest noise-cancelling headphones?

Sony Bravia 8 vs Bravia 9: which Sony TV should you buy?
By Joe Svetlik published
2024 Bravia TVs face off
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