What HIFI?

Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 9

What Hi-Fi? Verdict Sony’s new flagship soundbar is a surprisingly big upgrade on its Award-winning predecessor Pros + Superb clarity, detail and punch + Impressive 3D audio processing + Classy, subtle design Cons – Slightly clinical in its delivery – No display – Occasionally over-pronounced deep bass Why you can trust What Hi-Fi? Our expert… Read more

Nagaoka MP-200

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The Nagaoka MP-200 is a terrific all-rounder and is easily one of the best performers in its class Pros + Balanced, detailed and precise sound + Strong dynamics and pleasing punch + Blocky shape makes it easy to set up Cons – The lack of captive nuts on the cartridge body makes… Read more

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The iPhone 16 Pro certainly isn’t a generational leap over its predecessor, but refinements to picture and sound make it an even better device for portable AV tasks Pros + Detailed and impactful picture + Engaging and textured headphone audio + Dynamic speaker performance Cons – Too-familiar design – Apple Intelligence missing… Read more

Sony Xperia 10 VI

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The Sony Xperia 10 VI is yet another impressive budget handset that excels for movies and music Pros + 21:9 aspect ratio for movies + Detailed and three-dimensional picture + Insightful and engaging headphone audio Cons – Handset vibrates when using speakers – Some loss of dark detail Why you can trust… Read more

Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2

What Hi-Fi? Verdict An appealing deck in looks and sound, the friendly, enthusiastic Evo 2 delights with a delicate way with voices and smooth presentation Pros + Lively, detailed and fluid sound + Sounds wonderful with voices and midrange in particular + Easy-going, open, smooth presentation + Range of finish options + Electronic speed change… Read more

Sonos Roam 2

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The Roam 2’s surprisingly substantial sound and user-friendly design make it superficially tempting, but you can find sonically superior speakers for a cheaper price Pros + Meaty, substantial sonic presentation for its size + Slim, handsome and reasonably well-made + Strong features Cons – Sound needs more clarity, subtlety and space –… Read more

Bluesound Node Icon

Early Verdict Bluesound’s new top-of-the-range network audio player has a new design, ample streaming features and connectivity, and our early listen seems promising. It has fierce competition at this price point, however, so we are keen to hear how it performs during our thorough testing process when we get a full review sample. Pros +… Read more

Philips OLED909

What Hi-Fi? Verdict There is so much to like about this Philips TV, but unfortunately it’s too close to its step-down model and beaten for picture performance by its competitors Pros + Bright and detailed picture + Impressive audio by TV standards + Four sided Ambilight is dazzling Cons – Picture is too similar to… Read more

Sony WF-C510

What Hi-Fi? Verdict There’s a lot to be said for cheap wireless earbuds that just deliver great sound with minimal fuss, and that’s exactly what the WF-C510 succeed in doing Pros + Compact, comfortable design + Solid, musical sound + Multipoint Bluetooth + 11hr battery life Cons – Build looks and feels cheap – Ambient… Read more

Apple iPhone 16

Early Verdict As you might expect, there are a few upgrades in the latest iPhone 16 models compared to the iPhone 15 models, but while it was the Pro models that stood out in 2023, it’s the iPhone 16 models that offer the biggest differences this year. We will be spending much more time with… Read more

Hands on: Apple AirPods 4

Early Verdict From our initial hands-on time with the two AirPods 4 models, they appear to be a huge upgrade on their mid-range predecessors. Not only do you get active noise cancellation in an open-ear design on the pricier model, but across both the overall design has been refined, the sound quality is supposedly improved… Read more

Ecosse CS2.15Mk2

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The CS2.15 Mk2 is a solid all-rounder but could do with a little more pep and muscularity Pros + Good level of detail + Pleasing sonic balance + Lively and articulate nature Cons – Not the last word dynamic expression or bass authority – Stiff nature means that installations may lack neatness… Read more

Audiovector Trapeze Reimagined

What Hi-Fi? Verdict The Trapeze Reimagined is retro in inspiration only. This is a thoroughly modern high-end speaker that puts entertainment first Pros + Clarity and seamless presentation + Excellent dynamics and punch + Impressive bass power, agility and grip + Can play loud without stress Cons – Design lacks the visual elegance of other… Read more

Apple iPhone 16 launch event live: AirPods 4, AirPods Max 2, AirPods Lite set to debut?

Happy iPhone 16 launch day! That’s right, we are just hours away from Apple’s annual announcement where it unleashes a whole raft of new products. In the build-up to this year’s ‘Glowtime’ event, the internet has been awash with rumours, not just about its new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Max. This year, all signs… Read more

Anker Nebula Capsule 3

What Hi-Fi? Verdict It’s small enough to fit in a pocket and performs well in the right circumstances, but the Capsule 3 is too limited to get a thorough recommendation Pros + Excellent auto set-up system + Cute, well-built, genuinely pocket-sized design + Good SDR performance Cons – Not very bright – Weak black levels… Read more