Audio
Is it worth pre-ordering Amazon’s new Alexa and Echo devices?
With Black Friday right around the corner and the festive season not too far in the distance, Amazon has unveiled its updated range of voice-enabled devices in readiness. Among the...
Chatterbox: five things you didn’t know you could ask your smart speaker
Whether you’re buying a brand-new smart speaker or looking to get more from your existing home setup, we’ve rounded up some handy voice commands for you to try at home....
Amazon Echo Show 5 vs Lenovo Smart Clock: which smart display should you buy?
The compact Amazon Echo Show 5 and Lenovo Smart Clock aim to be the perfect bedside alarm clocks, with clear screens and great sound quality for music and radio listening. But do they rise to the occasion? Our expert lab tests reveal which one comes out on top.
Samsung Galaxy Buds almost £30 cheaper – should you buy a pair?
If you’re shopping for a pair of wireless in-ear headphones, Amazon’s latest deal on the Samsung Galaxy Buds may have caught your eye – they’re now £112, down from £139....
Plug in and jet off: are these new headphones ideal for travelling?
To see which headphones will keep you entertained on your way from A to B, we test everything from sound quality to sound leakage. We’ve recently had our hands (and...
Is Roberts no longer the king of DAB radios?
Roberts is renowned for its attractive retro-styled radios, and it claims to be the UK leader in portable radios. But our past few years of testing tell a different story....
Which wireless headphones actually live up to their quick charging claims?
Many headphones say you can get hours of listening time from a 15 minute charge or less – great if you realise you forgot to plug them in. But how much truth is there to these claims? Our experts take a closer look at some of the most popular headphone brands to find out.
We’ve just found our latest Best Buy Dolby Atmos sound bar
The best sound bar in our latest tests has Dolby Atmos, designed to create powerful virtual surround sound. But our experts have also uncovered a Don’t Buy with the potential...
Why Sony comes top for wireless speakers
Sony has had a remarkable run in our expert speaker lab tests. Our analysis reveals that it’s achieved the highest average score among top brands across the past three years....
Surge in new speakers and headphones for summer
Summer 2019 is shaping up to be the biggest launch period for audio products in several years, with big brands from Bose to Beats, Sony to Sonos all getting in...