Audio
Our audio coverage stretches from cheap earbuds to throw in your bag, up to hi-res DACs that can add extra dimensions of sound to your favorite music. The world of audio has changed a lot with the rise of higher-quality wireless and digital sound – streaming services offer better-than-CD quality, and you can beam it to speakers all over the house over Wi-Fi or next-gen Bluetooth options.
That’s unlocked a world of new devices where hi-fi meets modern conveniences, and we’re always looking to find the best new ideas in the audio world.
Our audio experts love products from the top to the bottom of the budget range – we love a cheap Bluetooth speaker that sounds great at the beach just as much as we love expensive wired headphones driven from a beautiful valve amplifier.
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Spotify's new Listening Lounge focuses on lossless audio and intentional listening
By Rowan Davies published
Spotify's London HQ is the home of the company's first Listening Lounge, and I experienced it first-hand.

After living with the Sonos Play, I think it's the only speaker you need
By Max Langridge published
The perfect wireless speaker doesn’t exis… Oh wait

Panasonic launches a USB-C version of its cheap wired earbuds
By Tom Bedford published
Panasonic has unveiled the ErgoFit In-Ears are coming in a new USB-C form. Goodbye, 3.5mm.

Apple Music’s Concert page is almost the update I’ve been waiting for
By Hamish Hector published
Apple Music Concerts page is here, and the feature is almost perfect for live music lovers.

Sonos Play review: my new favorite speaker buddy to use everywhere
By Matt Bolton published
How much do you value flexibility? Since I've used the Sonos Play, I value it a lot

Spotify adds Exclusive Mode for bit-perfect audio on Windows
By Rowan Davies last updated
Spotify for Windows just got a big upgrade — and audiophiles are going to love this one.

I need this new mini automatic vinyl-cleaning machine more than I’ll admit
By Tom Bedford published
Pro-Ject has launched the VC-E Mini, a new vinyl cleaning machine that's smaller and more affordable than past models.

Don't wait for EOFY – there's still time to nab exceptional savings on the AirPods Pro 3, AirTags and more Apple gear if you're quick
By Max Langridge published
We thought the recent sales events in Australia would be the last time we'd see any discounts on Apple tech. How wrong we were, as these savings of up to 40% prove.
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