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The next Sonos product, likely the Sonos Sub Mini, won't launch till later this year

By Tom Bailey published 12 August 22

Sonos' budget Sub Mini has apparently been delayed after the company reported disappointing third-quarter earnings.

LG's OLED TVs could soon have sound-generating, vibrating screens, just like Sony's

LG OLED TVs could soon have sound-generating, vibrating screens, just like Sony

By Tom Bailey published 12 August 22

LG Display has been showing off its "Cinematic Sound OLED" in South Korea this week – and making some bold claims about its effectiveness.

HBO Max revamps its mobile and desktop apps - here's what's new

By Ruben Circelli published 11 August 22

Shuffle on mobile, SharePlay, a new design and much more are here in the new HBO Max apps.

Disney now has more subscribers than Netflix, and it's putting up prices to celebrate

By Tom Bailey published 11 August 22

Disney is starting to look like the top dog in the streaming world – but it's having to rise prices to achieve profitability.

THX Spatial Audio and 24-bit quality combine for unique music streaming experience

By Becky Roberts published 11 August 22

THX and Qobuz have collaborated with music artists such as Dinosaur Jr. to bring hi-res spatial audio songs to the music service

DeLorean Apha 5 with Cambridge Audio in-car system

Cambridge Audio partners with iconic auto brand DeLorean for an "innovative" in-car audio system

By Mary Stone published 11 August 22

The British hi-fi manufacturer is providing in-car audio for DeLorean's Alpha 5 electric vehicle.

iPhone 14 launch date could be sooner than expected

By Tom Bailey published 11 August 22

Rumour has it the iPhone 14 could launch a week early, on Tuesday 6th September 2022. But just how likely is that?

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro wireless earbuds unveiled with "24-bit HiFi" support

By Kashfia Kabir published 10 August 22

The new Samsung Galaxy earbuds boast 24-bit high-res audio support, improved active noise cancellation and an all-new design

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 foldable smartphones

Samsung officially unveils Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 smartphones

By Lewis Empson published 10 August 22

Will the mild upgrades win over those unconvinced by foldable phones?

Spotify is finally redesigning its app to improve music and podcast discovery

By Mary Stone published 10 August 22

Spotify is updating its home page to allow users to separate their feeds for music and podcasts.

JBL is on top of its game with these new wireless buds

By What Hi-Fi? published 10 August 22

The JBL Live Pro 2 in-ears deliver superb sonics and advanced technology – at a surprisingly-affordable price.

HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2: TWS earbuds with over-ear headphone pedigree

By What Hi-Fi? published 10 August 22

Huawei teams up with renowned audio specialist Devialet for latest flagship effort

Google TV devices will soon connect to wireless speakers

By Lewis Empson published 10 August 22

The operating system is gaining more functionality when it comes to wireless audio options.

AirPods Pro 2 tipped to be last Apple wireless earbuds with Lightning port

By Tom Bailey published 10 August 22

With USB-C expected to steal Lightning's thunder, where does that leave Apple's proprietary port? Here's the lowdown...

How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 – next Samsung phone

How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 and what to expect

By Tom Bailey published 10 August 22

How to get a Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 live stream from anywhere in the world...

It's now Google's turn to sue Sonos

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

In the latest of a long line of legal proceedings, Google has filed two lawsuits against Sonos, accusing the multi-room speaker manufacturer of patent infringement.

Xbox is testing a Game Pass family plan

By Lewis Empson published 9 August 22

Microsoft is updating Xbox Game Pass with a new subscription tier that supports up to four users.

Apple's AR/VR headset will reportedly use LG's new OLED-on-Silicon tech

By Tom Bailey published 9 August 22

Expected in 2023, Apple's VR headset could feature radical new OLEDoS displays from both LG Display and Sony.

Luxman readies trio of high-end hi-fi components – amplifiers and turntable on the way

By Andy Madden published 9 August 22

Luxman has unveiled a trio of high-end hi-fi separates including a new flagship power amplifier.

Are Google TV devices about to get loads of free movies and TV shows?

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

Google looks set to be introducing 50 new TV channels to its Google TV operating system.