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

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)?

Philips’ new Ambilight Plus might not be for everyone, but I think it’s dazzling in all the right ways
By Tom Parsons published
Eyes-on with the biggest Ambilight upgrade in years.

Philips is working on Micro LED TVs but you won’t be able to buy one for “three or four years at least”
By Tom Parsons published
"The next-generation displays will be Micro LEDs"

Some 2024 Philips TVs will have four HDMI 2.1 sockets – but not its top OLED models
By Tom Parsons published
You will be able to get a Philips TV with four HDMI 2.1 sockets this year, but you won’t get the brand’s best picture quality.

Philips's new OLED TVs feature 3000-nit MLA tech, upgraded Ambilight and B&W sound
By Tom Parsons published
Philips has announced a full new range of TVs for 2024 with new OLED, Mini LED and LCD options in the lineup.

Hisense 43A6KTUK
By John Archer published
Hisense delivers a 4K 43-inch screen, Dolby Vision and a VA LCD panel for peanuts. So what’s not to like?

I saw every TV at CES 2024 (probably) and these 5 were the best
By Tom Parsons published
Next-gen MLA and QD-OLEDs, plus huge Mini LED TVs with mind-bending specs.

Affordable hi-fi is here to stay, but OLED TVs will remain a luxury: 6 things we learned at CES 2024
By Alastair Stevenson published
Our team of experts detail the biggest insights CES has given about what to expect from hi-fi and home cinema companies this year
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