The 55-inch Sony Bravia OLED TV started life at £2200, but thanks to some serious price drops, it’s hit a new low of £1349.
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The stunning Sony Bravia 8 Award-winning 55-inch OLED TV plummets to its lowest-ever price
Yamaha R-N800A
What Hi-Fi? Verdict Yamaha’s R-N800A is a neat and capable streaming system with an enjoyable sound. It is up against some tough competition, though Pros + Balanced and enjoyable sound + Good sense of scale and openness to the presentation + Neat package Cons – Sound could do with a little more verve – Can… Read more
read more...JBL Tour Pro 3
What Hi-Fi? Verdict JBL’s flagship wireless earbuds put in a very commendable performance in the face of some serious opposition. They boast plenty of useful features and back this up with a solid, engaging sound Pros + Solid, precise sound + Spacious presentation + Plenty of tip options + Clever features Cons – Class leaders… Read more
read more...Copland CTA407
What Hi-Fi? Verdict Copland’s CTA407 is a fuss-free valve amplifier. It is well made, decently equipped and sounds lovely Pros + Balanced, expressive and composed performance + Fuss-free in use + Good phono stage + A pleasure to use Cons – Up against some tough competition – Needs care in speaker matching – No headphone… Read more
read more...Electrocompaniet Rena SA2
Sound+Image Verdict Streaming hi-fi made easy, while retaining high-quality hi-fi performance. Well done the Norwegians. Pros + Great sound for a zone player + Neat and luxury design + Excellent app + Speaker processing Cons – No analogue inputs – Phoenix speaker connections – Remote control clicks by default Why you can trust What Hi-Fi?… Read more
read more...Apple iPhone 16
What Hi-Fi? Verdict The iPhone 16 isn’t a major upgrade over the 15, but its subtle picture upgrades and top-notch sound make it a five-star handset. Pros + Rich and detailed picture + Excellent sound performance + Plenty of “Pro” features on this regular model Cons – AI features missing at launch – Camera Control… Read more
read more...SVS Ultra Evolution Tower
What Hi-Fi? Verdict We admire SVS’s ambition with the Ultra Evolution Towers but the sonic results are too mixed to earn a recommendation Pros + Ambitious design + Agile and crisp presentation + Expressive dynamics and impressive bass punch + High perceived value Cons – Lack of refinement and even tonality – That bass punch… Read more
read more...TCL C655K (55C655K)
What Hi-Fi? Verdict The 55C655K rocks a promising feature count for a crazily low price but falls at the most important hurdle Pros + Great feature count for its money + Strong audio performance + Comprehensive HDR support Cons – Dolby Vision bug – Sub-par contrast – Dirty screen effect Why you can trust What… Read more
read more...Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024)
What Hi-Fi? Verdict Bose’s entry-level ANC earbuds display many talents, from their powerful, entertaining sound to their impressive customisation options and solid noise-cancelling skills. An excellent option for the money Pros + Comfortable fit + Good battery life + Solid, musical sound + Good noise cancelling ability… Cons – …but not as good as the… Read more
read more...KEF Q Concerto Meta
What Hi-Fi? Verdict KEF’s Q Concerto Meta are grown-up all-rounders that deliver a top-class performance for the money Pros + Nicely balanced presentation + Impressive bass weight and power + Wide listening sweet spot + Solid build and finish Cons – Up against some tough competition Why you can trust What Hi-Fi? Our expert team… Read more
read more...Panasonic Z95A (TV-65Z95A)
What Hi-Fi? Verdict Panasonic’s second MLA OLED is one of its best, offering punchy peak brightness without sacrificing the brand’s ‘as the director intended’ authenticity Pros + Incredibly bright + Good sound (for TV speakers) + Natural and authentic picture Cons – Some colour volume issues at low brightness – Still beaten for sound by… Read more
read more...Q Acoustics 3020c
What Hi-Fi? Verdict The 3020c are a satisfying pair of standmounts, delivering a detailed, clear sound with plenty of taut bass. A greater sense of drama wouldn’t hurt, though Pros + Clear, detailed sound + Controlled, taut bass reproduction + Nicely built and finished Cons – Class leaders offer a more involving listen – Rhythms… Read more
read more...Bush UT24SB (50UT24SB)
What Hi-Fi? Verdict The Bush 50UT24SB’s TiVo and Freely smarts prove a formidable combination – and they’re backed up by surprisingly competent picture quality Pros + Excellent two-tier smart features + Good picture quality for the money + Low input lag for gaming Cons – Very limited viewing angles – Dark scenes look a little… Read more
read more...These luxury headphones promise “the ultimate audiophile experience” – but can they beat their 5-star Focal rival?
News Headphones (Image credit: Shanling) Chinese audio brand Shanling has announced the launch of its big bucks HW600 wired open-back headphones. Designed to “deliver the ultimate audiophile listening experience” while setting a “new benchmark in the audio industry”, the HW600, combine cutting-edge acoustic tech with a classic retro design in a bid to tempt would-be… Read more
read more...B&W’s upgraded Zeppelin Pro wireless speaker aims to take an icon to new heights
News Hi-Fi (Image credit: Bowers & Wilkins) Bowers & Wilkins is putting a fresh spin on an icon. The B&W Zeppelin has become one of the most recognisable wireless speakers around, forging a stellar reputation thanks to its expansive, open presentation and unmistakable, blimp-shaped form. Now, the mini-airship is getting a well-due upgrade, and it… Read more
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