Verity Burns
Verity is a freelance technology journalist and former Multimedia Editor at What Hi-Fi?.
Having chalked up more than 15 years in the industry, she has covered the highs and lows across the breadth of consumer tech, sometimes travelling to the other side of the world to do so. With a specialism in audio and TV, however, it means she's managed to spend a lot of time watching films and listening to music in the name of "work".
You'll occasionally catch her on BBC Radio commenting on the latest tech news stories, and always find her in the living room, tweaking terrible TV settings at parties.
Latest articles by Verity Burns
Q Acoustics announces the 5050 flagship floorstanders for its 5000 series
By Verity Burns published
Q Acoustics has announced the flagship floorstanders for its 5000 series, the Q Acoustics 5050.
We asked top British hi-fi engineers for their favourite test tracks – this is what they said
By Verity Burns published
We asked top British hi-fi engineers for their favourite test tracks – this is what they said.
Roberts Revival Petite 2 brings new features to its dinky, palm-sized radio
By Verity Burns published
Roberts has released the next generation of its smallest FM/DAB radio, the Revival Petite 2.
What is local dimming? Full-array and edge-lit backlighting explained
By Verity Burns published
If you're buying a new TV, here's everything you need to know about local dimming.
Goldmund's Pulp + Hub wireless speaker system is a gorgeous way to spend £15,000
By Verity Burns published
Goldmund has unveiled its Pulp + Hub speaker system, with new features and a pretty high price tag.
New Wharfedale speaker prepped for Bristol Show reveal
By Verity Burns published
Wharfedale teases new speaker announcement for The Bristol Show 2024.
Samsung Galaxy S24 vs iPhone 15: what are the differences?
By Verity Burns published
We put Apple and Samsung's standard smartphones up against each other to see how they stack up.
The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds are finally official
By Verity Burns published
Bose has officially announced its Ultra Open Earbuds, offering an open-ear fit and 7.5 hours of playback.
New EU regulations mark the end of lamp-based projectors
By Verity Burns published
EU regulations on the bulbs used in some projectors begin in 2026, meaning their production and sale will be prohibited.
How to build your own digital music library
By Verity Burns published
If you've had enough of streaming services, or just want to make better use of the music you already own, here's how to make your own digital music library.
Naim enters custom install market with three-strong CI Series
By Verity Burns published
Naim has announced its first products for the custom install market, with three amplifiers designed to complement Focal's CI range of loudspeakers.
Naim Uniti Nova PE is brand's most powerful streaming player yet
By Verity Burns published
Naim has announced the Uniti Nova PE – its most powerful streaming player yet.
Philips 2024 TV range guide: our experts detail what you need to know
By Verity Burns published
Philips has announced the details of its 2024 TVs, including new flagship OLEDs to entry-level LCD. Here's everything you need to know.
Sonos expands its Architectural range with new 8" In-Ceiling Speaker
By Verity Burns published
Sonos has launched a new 8" In-Ceiling Speaker for the professional and custom-install markets
Philips' new wireless headphones will never need charging
By Verity Burns published
Philips has announced trio of new headphones that focus on sound quality and battery life.
How to calculate the right viewing distance for your TV
By Verity Burns published
These quick calculations could help you choose the right size of TV for your room, and where you should be sitting for the best experience.
Fyne Audio brings F1 engineering to its latest Special Production floorstanders
By Verity Burns published
Fyne Audio is adding two new floorstanders to its Special Production speaker lineup, borrowing some flagship tech from the brand's F1 Series.
LG G4 vs Panasonic Z95A: which 2024 OLED TV should you buy?
By Verity Burns published
Trying to decide between the LG G4 and the Panasonic Z95A? We've put the two head to head to see how they compare.
Stars of CES 2024: the 11 best TV and audio products we saw this week
By Verity Burns published
Best of CES 2024: the most exciting TV and audio products from the show
9 most exciting hi-fi and audio announcements from CES 2024
By Verity Burns published
CES might have been a whirlwind of TV announcements, but there were still some great launches from hi-fi brands too. Here's our pick of the best.
LG G4 vs LG M4: how LG's top-tier TVs compare
By Verity Burns published
How does the LG G4 compare to the wireless LG M4? We put the two newly announced, top-tier TVs up against each other with what we know so far...
LG G4 vs LG G3: how the new OLED TV improves on the old
By Verity Burns published
LG's G4 OLED has been announced, but how does it compare with its predecessor? We put them head to head to find out.
New Bose headphones clip onto your ear to keep you aware of your surroundings
By Verity Burns published
Bose is set to launch new open-ear headphones at CES 2024, that sit outside the ear canal to keep listeners more aware of their surroundings.
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