Articles by James Davidson, TV Hardware Staff Writer, Home Entertainment

James is the TV Hardware Staff Writer at TechRadar. After studying English Literature and Creative Writing at Bath Spa University, he rekindled a childhood love for writing and creating stories that soon translated into the world of freelance writing, primarily for music blogs. Eventually getting into the world of TV and hi-fi, James honed a knowledge and passion for all things audio and visual. He is now bringing this experience to Tech Radar to write about the latest TV- related tech and give readers all the info they need. When not writing and reading about the latest audio and visual goodies, James can be found gaming, reading, watching rugby or coming up with another idea for a novel.

Articles by: James Davidson

I test Dolby Atmos soundbars for a living and these 3 Memorial Day deals are too good to miss

By James Davidson published 24 May 24

With Memorial Day sales already live, here are the three best Dolby Atmos soundbars deals you can get your hands on.

Never lose your remote again – Google TV introduces a new Find My Remote feature in Android 14 for TV

By James Davidson published 22 May 24

Reference to a Find My Remote feature has been found within an early access build of Android 14 for TV – meaning no more lost remotes for Google TV devices.

This Samsung mini-LED 4K TV is perfect for sports and it's 50% off for Memorial Day

By James Davidson published 21 May 24

The Samsung QN90C is ideal for sports and daytime viewing - and the 55-inch model is available for under $1000 at Samsung

I saw a Dolby Atmos home theater room using a reference Bowers & Wilkins system and it was mind-blowing

By James Davidson published 18 May 24

A reference-level cinema with $100K-plus worth of equipment to watch A Star is Born and Top Gun: Maverick? Yes, please.

Sony ULT Wear review: solid mid-range headphones that are heavy on bass

By James Davidson last updated 17 May 24

Sony fills a mid-range gap in its headphone lineup with the ULT Wear, which offers good sound and plenty of features but isn't quite best-in-class.

Get 3 4K Blu-rays for just $33 at Amazon's early Memorial Day sale – here's what I'd choose

By James Davidson published 17 May 24

Looking to get into 4K Blu-ray or add to your collection? Then you're in luck, as this Amazon deal means you can get three for $33 – and it includes some must-have movies

Samsung S95D and Panasonic MZ1500 with sunset image on screen

I tested Samsung's glare-free OLED TV vs a conventional OLED TV – here's what I learned

By James Davidson published 11 May 24

New OLED Glare Free tech dramatically reduces reflections on the Samsung S95D's screen - but how does it compare to a conventional OLED TV?

Technics SL1200M7B turntable at High End Munich 2024

Technics’ turntable collab with Lamborghini brings new meaning to the phrase ‘direct drive motor’

By James Davidson published 9 May 24

Technics has worked with Lamborghini on a motoring-inspired design of its popular SL-1210MK7 DJ turntable.

Samsung Q990D review: the best Dolby Atmos soundbar, and now perfect for PS5 and Xbox Series X, too

By James Davidson published 4 May 24

Editor's Choice

The Samsung HW-Q990D offers the best Dolby Atmos experience you can get from a soundbar - and it's also ideal for gamers.

Samsung S95D review: the future of OLED TVs has arrived

By James Davidson last updated 26 April 24

Editor's Choice

Combining OLED tech with AI and anti-reflection screen innovations and nearly every feature you'd need, the Samsung S95D is OLED TV taken to the next level.

Sony Bravia 9 TV displaying colorful abstract image

Sony dropped OLED for its flagship 2024 TV – here's why

By James Davidson published 21 April 24

Breaking tradition, Sony has opted to use mini-LED tech for its flagship TV in 2024, not OLED. Why have they done that?

Sony Bravia Theater Bar 9 lifestyle image

Sony's 2024 Dolby Atmos soundbar range has arrived - here's what you need to know

By James Davidson published 17 April 24

Two new soundbars, a wireless speaker system and a personal home theater neckband make up Sony's 2024 audio range.

Sony Bravia 9 mini-LED TV on wooden TV stand

Sony reveals 2024 TV range with next-gen mini-LED – here’s everything you need to know

By James Davidson published 17 April 24

Sony's 2024 TV range has arrived and the company has opted for mini-LED over OLED for its flagship model.

4k Blu-ray players on colored background

Want to get into 4K Blu-ray? Here are 2 players and 5 movies to get you started

By James Davidson published 13 April 24

If you're fed up with streaming and thinking of getting into 4K Blu-ray, we've got some recommendations for players and movies to get you going.

Bose Soundbar 600 on a wooden table beneath a TV

Want an easy TV sound upgrade? Meet 3 budget-friendly Dolby Atmos soundbars that also save on space

By James Davidson published 12 April 24

If you want Dolby Atmos sound without big speakers everywhere, these compact soundbars might be just what you're looking for.

The Hisense U8K is the best cheap mini-LED 4K TV you can buy - and it's had its price slashed at Amazon

By James Davidson published 11 April 24

The Hisense U8K has its price slashed at Amazon, making its already incredible value even better.

LG, Samsung and others are rolling out their 2024 OLED TVs – here are 5 things you need to know about them

By James Davidson published 10 April 24

This year’s OLED TVs are here, but it can be difficult to keep up with what’s new about them – here are five things you need to know before you buy.

I tested LG's new webOS on its latest TVs – and I loved these 3 big upgrades

By James Davidson published 6 April 24

LG’s 2024 TVs will come with the latest iteration of its smart TV platform, and during my testing of it (on LG’s new mini-LED TV), here are three features I loved.

The LG G4 OLED TV is official – here are the confirmed upgrades

By James Davidson last updated 4 April 24

Updated Here's everything we know so far about the LG G4, one of LG's flagship OLED TVs including features, pricing and even our first impressions.

The LG C4 TV in a hotel room, demoing a movie

LG C4 OLED TV: everything you need to know about the brighter 2024 OLED

By James Davidson last updated 3 April 24

Updated Here's what we know about the LG C4 so far, based on official info and our own experience with it.

TCL's new mini-LED TV is a gamer's dream, with 144Hz gaming, Dolby Atmos and 3,500 nits of brightness

By James Davidson published 3 April 24

TCL’s latest mini-LED offering is packed with gaming features and joins the growing trend of the more brightness, the better. But, it still faces challenges.

LG C4 vs LG G4: the difference in LG’s 2024 OLED TVs explained

By James Davidson last updated 3 April 24

Updated Both the LG C4 and G4 are looking to be exciting additions to LG's OLED legacy, but what are the key differences between these two sets?

Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-series TV review: a small TV that gives great value, but struggles elsewhere

By James Davidson published 25 March 24

The Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-series faces a lot of competition and although functional and solid, it's bested by some of its rival sets in most areas.

Want to beat TV reflections? Here are the different types, and how to stop them

By James Davidson published 23 March 24

Reflections on a TV can be a real frustration, so it's important to know what types there are, what new TVs are doing to limit them and how to avoid them yourself.

This Samsung TV is one of our best-rated – and it’s down to a near record-low price

By James Davidson published 22 March 24

The Samsung Q80C is one of the best QLED TVs you can get and its currently at a near record-low price at Amazon.

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