Lewis Empson
Lewis Empson is a Senior Staff Writer on What Hi-Fi?. He was previously Gaming and Digital editor for Cardiff University's 'Quench Magazine', Lewis graduated in 2021 and has since worked on a selection of lifestyle magazines and regional newspapers. Outside of work, he enjoys gaming, gigs and regular cinema trips.
Latest articles by Lewis Empson
Amazon Prime Video gets an AI-focused facelift with a slick new user interface
By Lewis Empson published
Amazon Prime Video has been updated, here are all of the new features and UI upgrades.
Apple TV is reportedly cutting investment in new shows because not enough people are watching
By Lewis Empson published
A new report from Bloomberg claims that Apple is scaling back spending on original programming for Apple TV+.
4K Blu-ray strikes back against streaming according to one of Britain's largest entertainment retailers
By Lewis Empson published
Take a nail out of that coffin; 4K Blu-ray is fighting back against streaming according to recent sales figures from HMV.
Kaleidescape reveals its latest 4K player with Dolby Vision support and an internal SSD
By Lewis Empson published
Kaleidescape has announced a new 4K reference player with a built-in SSD for standalone use and Dolby Vision HDR.
JBL sets its sights on Denon with a new range of affordable 8K home cinema receivers
By Lewis Empson published
JBL has announced a five-strong lineup of new AVRs, including a new 8K Dolby Atmos model.
This Prime Day home cinema bundle might look tempting, but it's cheaper if you buy it separately
By Lewis Empson published
Richer Sounds has a home cinema bundle that can be bettered if you just buy the components separately.
A new Sonos Dolby Atmos soundbar has leaked – is this our first look at the next-generation Arc?
By Lewis Empson published
Pictures have leaked of a supposed new Sonos soundbar which could replace the ageing Arc.
Samsung unveils its latest pair of foldable phones with AI smarts and thinner designs at Unpacked 2024
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung has announced its latest duo of Galaxy Z devices for 2024 with the Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.
Denon AVC-X6800H vs Marantz Cinema 30: which premium AVR should power your home cinema speaker system?
By Lewis Empson published
Denon and Marantz have just earned five stars for both of their latest premium AVRs, but which one should you buy?
Save £900 on a Samsung QD-OLED TV thanks to this sensational early Amazon Prime Day deal
By Lewis Empson published
DEAL The Samsung S90C is down to £899 at Amazon, making it one of the best OLED TV deals around right now.
BenQ aims to deliver big-screen gaming thrills at an affordable price with its latest pair of projectors
By Lewis Empson published
BenQ has announced the TK710 and TK710STi as part of its casual gaming range of projectors.
The Apple TV 4K is comfortably the best streamer, but only if you change these settings
By Lewis Empson published
Apple makes the best video streamer on the market, but here's how to squeeze the best performance out of it.
10 of the best tracks brought back to life by movies and TV shows
By Harry McKerrell published
Sometimes all it takes is one iconic scene to bring a track back from the brink of obscurity.
The best Dolby Atmos movies of the decade (so far) to test your home cinema
By Lewis Empson published
Here are some of our favourite films released this decade that are best experienced in Dolby Atmos.
24 of the best film scenes to test surround sound
By Becky Roberts, Lewis Empson last updated
Looking for the best film scenes to show off your surround sound system's potency? We have just what you need...
Best outdoor projectors 2025
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys Want to bring big-screen thrills to your backyard? Here's our pick of the best outdoor projectors for 2024.
I've figured out how much you need to spend on a projector for it to be better than the cinema – and it's a lot
By Lewis Empson published
If you want to get a projector that truly beats the cinema experience, then you might want to get saving.
Sony 2024 TV lineup: everything you need to know
By Lewis Empson published
Sony has launched three new TVs for 2024 (four if you count the Bravia 3), here's what's new.
LG C3 vs LG G3: which 2023 OLED TV should you buy?
By Tom Parsons last updated
Both of LG's C- and G-series 2023 OLEDs are about to be replaced, but which one is the better buy?
Thinking of buying a new TV this weekend? This Philips Ambilight OLED TV could be the bargain you're after
By Lewis Empson published
DEAL This Philips OLED TV combines Ambilight and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+ for well under £1000.
Philips' 2024 Ambilight TVs are officially on sale, but you'll have to wait for the MLA OLED models
By Lewis Empson published
Philips has announced that a majority of its 2024 TVs have gone on sale, although the OLED909 is not one of them.
LG has announced pricing for its B4 OLED TV in the US – is it a better buy than the C4?
By Lewis Empson published
LG has revealed pricing for the LG B4 in the US, but how does it stack up the LG C4 and should you save the money?
You can already save nearly £900 on Samsung's latest flagship Mini LED TV with this jaw-dropping deal
By Lewis Empson published
The price of the Samsung QN95D has dropped significantly thanks to a deal at Richer Sounds, plus claim £200 cashback from Samsung.
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