Latest articles by Simon Lucas
Michael Stipe says R.E.M. in Dolby Atmos is "breath-taking" - and we agree
We visit Dolby Europe to hear the 25th Anniversary Edition of R.E.M.'s Automatic For The People in Dolby Atmos, then have a word with founding members Michael Stipe and Mike Mills.
iFi Audio has Mojo in its sights with new £200 DAC
The new nano iDSD Black Label is MQA-compatible, supports hi-res files and offers 10 hours of portable use with your smartphone.
Bowers & Wilkins brings opera to life at the V&A
B&W helped develop the audio experience at the Victoria and Albert Museum's current exhibition celebrating 400 years of opera.
HTC announces two new U11 smartphones: Life and Plus
The squeezable phones come with Android Oreo, Bluetooth 5.0 and hi-res audio support. The Life is priced at £350, the Plus comes in at £700.
Apple updates tvOS, gives control options and fixes wi-fi bugs
The software updates for the Apple TV will fix wi-fi vulnerabilities and give users access to frame-rate of the content they're watching - useful for control over HDR and Dolby Vision.
Sainsbury’s launches own record label
The UK supermarket chain's own record label, pressing exclusive albums, gets it deeper into the vinyl resurgence groove.
Optoma announces new flagship 4K Ultra HD projector
The UHZ65 is a 4K HDR projector based on the tech of the company's award-winning UHD65, and will set you back £5000.
FIFA confirms entire 2018 World Cup will be available in 4K UHD
All 64 matches at next summer's tournament in Russia will be produced in 4K UHD with HDR.
From CRT to VHS: the tech that got left behind
The What Hi-Fi? Awards has always reflected the technology trends of the times, and that's been the case since we handed out our first Awards back in 1983.
New Cabasse Murano Alto: flagship technology in compact cabinets
The French brand has utilised technology from its flagship L’Océan and La Sphère speakers for these more compact and affordable floorstanders.
Fast And Furious 8 – Blu-ray review
The Fast & Furious series shows no sign of taking the slow lane - here's yet another action-packed effort.
Ultimate Ears launches two new voice control speakers
Bang on trend, the California-based company's new smart speakers offer portability alongside Bluetooth streaming and Alexa voice control.
Amazon Prime Video and Tidal are named 2017's best streaming services
The What Hi-Fi? Awards aren't all about hardware - and these are our favourite streaming services.
KEF LS50 Wireless ‘Nocturne’ Special Edition is music to our eyes and ears
KEF has collaborated with Dutch designer Marcel Wanders to launch a design-orientated version of its superb speaker system.
Denon and Sony win What Hi-Fi? 2017 Awards for two superb home cinema amps
Only two winners in the AV receiver category this year, but they’re a treat for AV fans looking to kit out their home cinema room.
Huawei announces Mate 10 Pro smartphone
The Huawei Mate 10 Pro boasts a FullView Display OLED screen with HDR and "the world’s first AI processor for smartphones".
Amazon and Apple take What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017 for smartphones and tablets
Two tech giants take the honours in the Smartphones and Tablets categories - but where’s the smart money going for Product of the Year?
Six truly terrific TVs take home What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017
Winners at every size and budget means there’s a superb screen that’s perfect for you.
Samsung updates Gear IconX wireless buds with Bixby and better battery
The second generation of these fitness-orientated, truly wireless earbuds have a built-in music player, seven hours of battery and voice control.
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017: all about the base and the bar
With most TVs still sounding unsatisfactory, the need for soundbars and soundbases is as great as ever. This year, we’ve four gongs to hand out…
Sennheiser IE 800 S are latest version of What Hi-Fi? Award-winners
The updated versions of the three-time What Hi-Fi? Award-winners feature improved drivers and “subtly refreshed” looks – but cost a fair bit more too.
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017 for five stunning stereo amplifiers
It's been a strong year for stereo amplifiers, as these five excellent winners demonstrate...
Four systems sweep the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017
Everyone likes simplicity and convenience, but no one wants to sacrifice performance. Here are four brilliant systems that refuse to compromise...
