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Hisense C1

Hisense’s boxy beamer is alot of fun, even if it isn't super subtle

Audio Pro C20

A fantastic, multi-talented wireless speaker that delivers in almost every way

Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7

The ATH-TWX7 just lack that certain something...

Samsung S95D

Samsung's S95D takes OLED to places it has never been before

Cambridge Audio CXN100

Can this updated music streamer reach the heights of its illustrious predecessor?

Technics SL-1200GR2

Terrific build quality and a joy to use

Philips Fidelio T2

Chunky, but are they funky?

Best free music streaming apps

Tons of gratis tunes on Android and iPhone, without forking out a penny

Everything you need to know about Auracast

The revolutionary Bluetooth audio-sharing tech that promotes personal audio experiences in public spaces

FILM KNIGHTS

These gallant heroes are armed to make the home cinema experience as good as it can be. We round up four of our favourite premium AV amplifiers

Systems vs separates

Speaker systems are in danger of killing budget hi-fi separates, but can they coexist? Managing editor Becky Roberts certainly hopes so

Whatever happened to the budget stereo amplifier market?

Technical editor Ketan Bharadia laments a real gap in the market

GO FORTH AND AMPLIFY

If you want to assemble a great-sounding system of affordable hi-fi separates, finding the right amp is critical. Allow us to help you on your journey

R.I.P. THE AUX INPUT

The aux input is dead and awaiting burial... but managing editor Becky Roberts misses it already

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Big, bold and bursting with features, but how well does it handle movies and music?

Rega Fono Mini A2D Mk2

A low-key restyle coupled to the same excellent performance

KEF LSX II LT

Lower price, fewer features, but still absolutely excellent

Sonus Faber Lumina

Classy, compact speakers witha surprisingly grown-up sound

Sony Xperia 5 V

Sony's latest smartphone continues its trend of AV excellence

Astell & Kern A&ultima SP3000

EXPENSIVE, YES. BUT YOU KNOW YOU WANT THEM

TEAC VRDS-701

EXPENSIVE, YES. BUT YOU KNOW YOU WANT THEM

Eversolo DMP-A6

A capable, punchy sounding streamer that's a joy to use

Cambridge CXN (V2)

Can this six-time Awardwinning streamer stay at the top of the pile?

Arcam ST5

A solid and easy-going performer, but is it enough to compete?

KEF R3

These superb standmounters set the standard at this price

Focal Vestia

Focal's smallest Vestia speaker has a big personality

Elac Debut

These Elacs are very talented speakers for the money

Wharfedale Diamond 12.3

Refined, entertainin and affordable floorstanders

TOP FIVE LAUNCHES

Five products to look out for this month

Ultimate Ears Epicboom

Is this heavyweight portable speaker a sonic boom or a misfiring bust?