Tom Parsons
Tom Parsons has been writing about TV, AV and hi-fi products (not to mention plenty of other 'gadgets' and even cars) for over 15 years. He began his career as What Hi-Fi?'s Staff Writer and is now the TV and AV Editor. In between, he worked as Reviews Editor and then Deputy Editor at Stuff, and over the years has had his work featured in publications such as T3, The Telegraph and Louder. He's also appeared on BBC News, BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and Sky Swipe. In his spare time Tom is a runner and gamer.
Latest articles by Tom Parsons

Sonos Beam Gen 2 vs Beam Gen 1: should you upgrade?
By Esat Dedezade last updated
Updated We pit the current Dolby Atmos-toting, eARC-wielding Sonos soundbar against its predecessor.

Is there any point in buying an 8K TV when there’s no 8K content?
By Tom Parsons published
The new Samsung QN900D makes a compelling case that there is – at least for some people.

Samsung's QN900D isn't great out of the box, but it is if you change these settings
By Tom Parsons published
Samsung's new 8K QLED is good in its Standard preset but great in Movie mode.

Warning: just because a TV is great at one size doesn't mean it will be at another
By Tom Parsons published
The model number might be the same, but the performance could be very different.

LG G3 OLED vs Samsung S95C QD-OLED: should you choose MLA or QD-OLED?
By Lewis Empson, Tom Parsons last updated
The 2023 flagship 4K OLEDs from the biggest TV brands in the world do battle to be the best and the brightest.

LG B3 (OLED55B3)
By Tom Parsons published
LG’s entry-level OLED isn’t quite as good as the C3, but it is still all the TV that most people will ever need.

LG B4
By Tom Parsons published
Not yet ratedCould LG’s 2024 entry-level OLED TV replace the C series in our hearts?

Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED QL43F601
By Tom Parsons published
After impressive scores for its 50-inch and 65-inch siblings, can the 43-inch Omni QLED continue the family tradition?

Samsung refuses to deny OLED 'panel lottery' reports
By Lewis Empson, Tom Parsons published
Samsung is causing huge confusion by apparently mixing OLED and QD-OLED panels under the same model number.

12 of the best British indie and alternative tracks to test your hi-fi system
By Lewis Empson published
We've rounded up our favourite British indie and alternative tracks that we use to test hi-fi kit and headphones

The best home cinema kit made by British hi-fi brands
By Tom Parsons published
Home cinema can be just as British as your hi-fi.

11 of the best Arcam products of all time
By Andy Madden last updated
Arcam has produced some sensational hi-fi and home cinema products over the years – here are just a few highlights.

16 of the best Rega products of all time: turntables, amps and phono stages
By Becky Roberts last updated
The greatest hits of Rega's storied, 50-year history, from its famous Planar decks to its excellent electronics.

LG 2024 OLED TV range: everything you need to know
By Lewis Empson last updated
LG's latest lineup of OLED TVs has been officially announced, with updates to the four core models coming in 2024.

TCL C745K (55C745K)
By John Archer published
TCL is on a mission to rewrite the TV value rulebook with this ridiculously well-featured but aggressively priced mid-ranger.

Hisense 65U6KQTUK
By John Archer published
Hisense’s cheapest Mini LED range is an interesting addition to the TV world – but it comes with strings attached.

Philips OLED908 (65OLED908)
By Alastair Stevenson published
Philips’ OLED908 is a fantastic value, great sounding next-generation OLED, but its time in the sun may be brief.

Super-bright TVs make no sense, according to these Hollywood heavyweights
By Tom Parsons published
The colourists at the busiest post-production studio in Hollywood say there's no demand to master movies over 1000 nits.

10 of the best anti-love songs to test your hi-fi system
By Alastair Stevenson published
Our team details the best anti-Valentine's Day tracks to test your hi-fi system or headphones.

I'm furious about Amazon Prime Video's new prices, and not because of the ads
By Tom Parsons published
With no warning, Dolby Vision and Atmos have been removed from the standard plan.

2025 OLED TVs could hit 4000 nits – vastly brighter than 2024 models
By Tom Parsons published
LG Display demoed a 3700-nit panel at CES – but not to press.

Panasonic’s switch to Fire OS for its new TVs might be controversial, but I think it’s a great move
By Tom Parsons published
Fire OS brings more apps and smart features, and it's been integrated with Panasonic's own menus really well.

LG G3 vs Sony A95L: will MLA OLED TV or its QD-OLED rival come out on top?
By Lewis Empson, Tom Parsons last updated
Sony's A95L takes on the LG G3. Which five-star TV will earn a place in your heart (and lounge)?
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