Audio
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...
Apple AirPods vs Samsung Galaxy Buds: which are the best?
The second-generation Apple AirPods have become an increasingly common sight since they launched several weeks ago. But are they really the best truly wireless headphones around, and how do they...
Do wi-fi or Bluetooth speakers sound better?
When Bluetooth technology was new to speakers, its limited capacity meant music played over wi-fi was clearly superior. However, with Bluetooth 5.0 supporting higher capacities, is wi-fi still the better...
Future of UK radio to be decided in 2020: here’s how to get ready for what comes next
The future of DAB and FM will be revealed in mid-2020 after a new UK government review has been completed. We reveal how to get ready for what's coming next by buying the best DAB internet radio.
Radio charging packs: how much will your new ‘portable’ radio really cost?
When you buy a radio described as a ‘portable radio’ with ‘optional’ battery power, you could well assume that the radio would give you the choice of battery power out...