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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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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…...