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Want to join the wired headphones trend? The very best you can buy are on sale now

1+ hour, 38+ min ago  (600+ words) We're very sure in recommending the Shure Aonic 3 It's official: wired earbuds are not only back, but stylish and cool once again. The latest Gen Z trend for "retro" technology has seen wired earphones become the new vinyl, with younger…...

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Pro-Ject promises the latest addition to long-standing and Award-winning turntable range is the ‘pinnacle’ model

2+ hour, 42+ min ago  (449+ words) The Debut range has a new top dog We're big fans of Pro-Ject's long-running Debut range, having just given the Debut Evo 2 a What Hi-Fi? Award, and the Carbon Evo five stars. So, you can imagine our excitement when we…...

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whathifi.com > headphones > check-your-cans-big-name-headphones-may-have-hazardous-materials-in-them

Research suggests market-leading headphone brands might be hiding a nasty chemical secret

7+ hour, 37+ min ago  (366+ words) Sennheiser, Bose, and Samsung are among those tested in new research Whether they are an essential tool for your commute or your favourite way to jam out to music, headphones are a huge part of our daily lives. But new…...

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whathifi.com > streaming-entertainment > streaming-hardware > ifis-next-gen-streamers-promise-a-more-refined-listening-experience

Meet iFi's new breed of streamers and DAC/amps

7+ hour, 56+ min ago  (744+ words) Say hello to the iFi Zen Stream 3, Neo Stream 3 and Neo iDSD 3 DAC/amp. iFi has unveiled its next generation of streamers and DACs. The Neo Stream 3 and Zen Stream 3 are both hi-res streamers that can free digital files from…...

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whathifi.com > headphones > wired-headphones > are-wired-headphones-the-new-vinyl

Are wired headphones the new vinyl?

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (886+ words) Even if Gen Z's new "retro" favourites aren't the best, I'm all for the trend As a person who has dedicated a significant portion of his professional life to helping people find the best audio/visual hardware, it shouldn't come…...

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whathifi.com > streaming-entertainment > music-streaming > i-switched-from-the-biggest-streaming-service-to-this-niche-platform-for-audiophiles-heres-why-im-glad-i-made-the-change

I just switched from Spotify to the audiophile's streaming service: here's why I'm glad

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (947+ words) Sometimes taking a leap pays off With a claimed 751 million users, streaming giant Spotify is by far the most popular streaming service and has become a go-to for many music lovers worldwide. The streaming service that called to me the…...

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This Dolby Atmos soundbar challenger enters the ring to battle against Sonos

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (1397+ words) The Enchant 900 is a strong Dolby Atmos soundbar that delivers a fun sound experience Harsh treble when pushed Bass not as defined as rivals Not the most subtle Succeeding in the entry-level Dolby Atmos soundbar range is comparable to competing…...

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whathifi.com > hi-fi > weve-put-together-an-affordable-old-school-hi-fi-system-with-a-modern-sonic-twist

We've put together this delightfully entertaining entry-level hi-fi system that caters to CD die-hards and modern streaming

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (1270+ words) Combining our favourite entry-level CD player, streamer, amp and speakers The traditional advice that we at What Hi-Fi? give about separate components providing better performance than products trying to be jacks of all trades needs to be given with a…...

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whathifi.com > tv-home-cinema > televisions > once-again-tvs-are-getting-increasingly-thinner-and-the-sound-is-forgotten-about

Ultra-thin TVs, ultra-bad audio? The hidden cost of sleek screens

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (594+ words) Is the pursuit of a slimline form factor worth some of the best TVs in the world sounding terrible? As What Hi-Fi?'s resident deals writer, there's one phrase that comes up whenever I'm penning a TV deal. "We recommend…...

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whathifi.com > speakers > hi-fi-speakers > save-gbp200-bowers-and-wilkins-five-star-speakers-have-dropped-back-down-to-their-lowest-ever-price

Save a whopping £200 on these Award-winning B&W speakers

2+ day, 4+ hour ago  (364+ words) Secure the Award-winning 606 S3 standmounts for less In the market for some great standmount speakers? Well, there's a rather excellent deal on some of the best Bowers & Wilkins speakers we've ever tested, but you'll have to be quick! The Bowers & Wilkins…...