Sonos

Review: Arcam Solo Uno small amplifier with punch

Arcam’s name was’ Solo ‘always for all-rounders who combined a slim shape with a lot of functionality, such as a Blu-ray player. The more competitively priced Solo Uno does it differently. Done with disc turners, this Arcam amp is smaller than ever and fully committed to streaming. The Arcam Solo Uno really seems to disappear… Read more

Review Como Audio Solo + Ambiente + Turntable set

Como Audio is certainly no stranger to the readers of HIFI.NL. We have been in regular contact with Tom DeVesto, and have previously introduced you extensively with the Como Audio Musica. The label â ???? table radioâ ???? was quite an understatement. But the line of products is bigger. Como Audio also has a record… Read more

Sonos Arc long-term review: the highs and lows

Home Features (Image credit: Sonos) Our man Jonny Evans has now been living with the Sonos Arc for a little over three months. If you’ve already read part one, you can skip ahead to his latest update. I must confess to getting a little bit overexcited when I heard about the Sonos Arc, a Dolby… Read more

Sonos One vs Sonos One SL vs Sonos Play:1: What’s the difference?

(Pocket-lint) – Which is the Sonos speaker for you? There are a few great entry-level Sonos options in the form of the excellent Sonos One, Sonos One SL and the now discontinued Sonos Play:1 and, while they’re very similar, there is one key difference between them. The Sonos One brings integrated voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, while the Sonos… Read more

The best smart speaker 2020: Premium Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri speakers.

(Pocket-lint) – The smart speaker space is as competitive as ever. Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant-powered devices lead the way. Apple’s been selling its Siri-powered HomePod on sound quality first and foremost and our HomePod review showed that it’s clearly better to listen to than the entry-level smart speakers such as Amazon’s basic Echo. But Amazon’s… Read more

Apple HomePod mini review: playing small ball

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Two and a half years ago, Apple finally entered the smart speaker market with the HomePod. It was a unique device — instead of prioritizing an accessible price and smart assistant features, it was laser-focused on audio… Read more

Guide to streaming: from Disney Plus and HBO Max to NBA League Pass and Crunchyroll

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. There is a plethora of streaming services available for anyone with a credit card handy. Hulu and Netflix are general entertainment providers offering licensed content and originals for subscribers. Others, like anime provider Crunchyroll and NFL Sunday… Read more

Best Google Assistant speakers 2020: Top Google Home alternatives

(Pocket-lint) – Google Assistant is an excellent voice assistant. It not only brings the power of Google search to the table, but it’s conversational too. Like Amazon’s Alexa, Google’s Assistant can set alarms, read news briefings, tell you what the weather is like, control compatible smart home devices and play music, among plenty of other features…. Read more

PlayStation 5 Media Remote in pictures: How the PS5 remote works

(Pocket-lint) – The PlayStation 5 is now available (in the US at least) and that means accessories are hitting the market too. One of the official add-ons that we’ve been most excited about is the PS5 Media Remote – a relatively simple remote control for the media side of the console – and we’ve now… Read more

Apple HomePod Mini

Our Verdict It’s much smaller and more affordable than expected, but the most surprising thing about the HomePod Mini is its superb sound For Sophisticated, engaging sound Substantial smart skills Impressive music discovery Against Limited third-party service support Lacks a full control app The Apple HomePod Mini has been a long time coming. As soon… Read more

Best outdoor speaker 2020: Play your tunes in the yard

(Pocket-lint) – Lazing in the garden is one of life’s great pleasures, if you’ve got one – offering up a summery day spent outdoors with family even at difficult times. And you need a speaker for the occasion. Except, that last bit isn’t always the easiest thing to sort out, is it? Even if you’ve… Read more

Sonos introduces loyalty discounts up to 30% (and a brand-new Arc feature)

Home News (Image credit: Sonos) Christmas has potentially come early for Sonos users. The multi-room maestro has just introduced two things that could well please owners of old and new Sonos kit. The first is a revamped loyalty program, giving long-term Sonos customers up to 30 per cent discount on new Sonos kit if they… Read more

TechStage | Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 + 5G in the test: What a board!

Testing Tests overview Smartphone Oneplus 8T: Battery full in 45 minutes and 120 – Hz display Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 5G in the test: better and cheaper Pixel 5 in the test: Google just does it better Elephone U5 in the test: The cheap phone from China is so good The most popular China smartphones… Read more

Review: Sangean Revery R5 DAB +

MORE FROM THIS BRAND SUMMARY A radio with a power of 5 watts. That can’t be anything, can it? The opposite is true. The Sangean Revery R5 is the epitome of a device where you should not focus on those kinds of specifications. The reproduction is above average and the possibilities are extensive. A great… Read more

Review: Sangean Revery R5

MORE FROM THIS BRAND RESUME A radio with a power of 5 watts. That can’t be anything, can it? The opposite is true. The Sangean Revery R5 is the epitome of a device where you should not focus on those kinds of specifications. The reproduction is above average and the possibilities are extensive. A great… Read more