Articles by Amelia Schwanke, Senior Editor UK, Home Entertainment

Meet Amelia, TechRadar's Senior Editor for Home Entertainment in the UK. With more than eight years experience running the day-to-day production for well-respected tech and finance publications – her previous titles include Editor-In-Chief of Opto magazine and Senior Journalist at Institutional Investor – today you'll find her on the hunt for the latest and best hardware to enhance your home theater experience. In the ever-evolving world of home entertainment, Amelia is dedicated to keeping our readers up to speed on market trends and innovations. When she's not tinkering with the latest tech, you’ll find her watching movies, taking pictures on her Sony A7 and exploring the great outdoors.

Articles by: Amelia Schwanke

Jackson Lamb walks as he talks on the phone in Slow Horses season 4

7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Apple TV Plus, Max, and more this weekend (September 6)

By Tom Power, Lucy Buglass, Amelia Schwanke published 6 September 24

From returning Apple TV Plus favorites to a bunch of new movies, here's what's worth streaming this weekend.

Netflix movie of the day: Adam Sandler is unrecognizable in A24's high-stakes thriller Uncut Gems

By Amelia Schwanke published 5 September 24

Don’t miss your chance to jump onboard the chaotic rollercoaster ride that is Uncut Gems while it’s streaming on Netflix.

‘AI is a reflection back on us’: Apple TV Plus’ Sunny showrunner reveals the new sci-fi show’s sad yet uplifting tech story

By Amelia Schwanke published 1 September 24

Katie Robbins, the creator of Apple TV Plus’ new sci-fi show Sunny, explains how it tackles both the perils and positives of using AI to support those dealing with grief and loneliness.

Annatar stands in front of Eregion's main forge with the fire lit in The Rings of Power season 2

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more this weekend (August 30)

By Tom Power, Lucy Buglass, Grace Morris, Amelia Schwanke published 30 August 24

From the return of popular shows to the arrival of critically acclaimed new movies, here's what's worth watching this weekend.

Furiosa stands with a gun slung over her shoulder with three other people behind her blurred out

7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more this weekend (August 16)

By Tom Power, Amelia Schwanke, Lucy Buglass, Grace Morris published 16 August 24

From returning fan-favorite Netflix shows to numerous new movies, here's what's worth streaming this weekend.

The official poster for The Umbrella Academy season 4, which shows seven of the eight Hargreeves siblings

7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Apple TV Plus, Max, and more this weekend (August 9)

By Tom Power, Lucy Buglass, Grace Morris, Amelia Schwanke published 9 August 24

From the return of fan-favorite shows to a new all-star Apple TV Plus movie, here's what's worth watching this weekend.

A group shot of The Decameron's main cast playing a game on a garden lawn

7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more this weekend (July 26)

By Tom Power, Amelia Schwanke, Grace Morris, Lucy Buglass published 26 July 24

From new Netflix and Apple TV Plus shows, to the start of 2024 Olympics, here's what's worth watching this weekend.

The legs of red hulk appear behind captain america's shield

Captain America: Brave New World's first trailer goes back to the series' political thriller vibes, and reveals a big new character

By Amelia Schwanke published 12 July 24

Marvel's teaser trailer for Captain America: Brave New World looks a return to the tone of The Winder Soldier.

Ridley Scott's epic Gladiator II trailer shows off Paul Mescal fighting a rhino in the Colosseum

By Amelia Schwanke published 9 July 24

The trailer for Gladiator II has dropped, revealing a November release date for the highly-anticipated sequel.

Paramount and Skydance have officially merged – here's what that means for Paramount Plus

By Amelia Schwanke last updated 8 July 24

A billion dollar deal to merge Paramount Global with Skydance Media has been reached – here's what that means for its streaming services.

A still from the upcoming show A Knight of Seven Kingdoms

Filming of the next Game of Thrones spin-off is officially under way, as House of the Dragon season 2 helps Max to its biggest day ever

By Amelia Schwanke published 19 June 24

WBD has started production on the next Game of Thrones spin-off series, following the streaming success of House of the Dragon.

Star Trek: Prodigy poster with characters all lined up next to each other

Star Trek: Prodigy season 2 finally has a Netflix release date, and it’ll arrive before Paramount Plus’ Starfleet Academy

By Amelia Schwanke published 18 June 24

Netflix sets July release date for the highly-anticipated season two of Star Trek: Prodigy.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro with one in and one out of case

Samsung's next earbuds appear in FCC database – looks like the Buds 3 Pro are coming real soon

By Amelia Schwanke published 16 May 24

With Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event fast approaching, it's likely that a recent regulatory filing is for the not yet announced Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.

Lamborghini taps Sonus faber to make a first-of-its-kind sound system for the luxury Revuelto – the ultimate fine Italian two-piece

By Amelia Schwanke published 15 May 24

If you thought half a mill was expensive for the Lamborghini Revuelto, it has now been upgraded with a unique Sonus faber sound system.

Fake AirPods: how to spot if your Apple headphones are the real deal

By Olivia Tambini last updated 6 May 24

Are your Apple AirPods legit? Here are the signs that will reveal if your earbuds are what they say they are.

AirPods on top of an Xbox next to a controller

How to connect your AirPods to an Xbox

By Amelia Schwanke published 6 May 24

Find out how to connect your AirPods to an Xbox Series X/S or One in just a few minutes in this step by step guide.

A pair of AirPods sit on top of two stacked Samsung phones

Can AirPods connect to a Samsung phone or TV?

By Amelia Schwanke published 5 May 24

Just like with any other Android device, you can connect AirPods to all Samsung phones, tablets and TVs that support Bluetooth.

Inside a production facility in Kronach Germany

'If I buy cheap, I buy twice’: Loewe explains why its new OLED TV deal with LG helps it make a repairable premium TV that can last you much longer

By Amelia Schwanke published 30 April 24

Loewe can now make its OLED TVs look even more unique and last longer thanks to a new supply partnership with LG Display.

How to connect your AirPods to a laptop

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated 26 April 24

Connecting your AirPods to a laptop or Chromebook may not be as effortless as connecting them to your MacBook, but it’s still easier than you probably think.

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Jabra Elite 10 review: Dolby Atmos sound in first class comfort

By Amelia Schwanke published 13 April 24

Jabra’s Elite 10 is a premium alternative to its sporty lineup of true wireless earbuds, with spatial audio, advanced ANC, long-lasting battery life and more.

New Ult Power Sound speaker and headphone range from Sony

Sony brings the bass with new hi-res headphones and punchy portable speakers

By Amelia Schwanke published 11 April 24

Sony has launched a powerful new audio range consisting of mid-range headphones with flagship parts and three portable Bluetooth speakers that all push the boundaries of bass.

This outdoor 4K TV has LG webOS smarts, and is cheaper than Samsung's Terrace range

By Amelia Schwanke published 4 April 24

Peerless-AV has launched a new improved model of its Neptune 4K smart TV series with LG webOS support.

Pro-Ject's two new affordable turntables promise audiophile quality for less

By Amelia Schwanke published 3 April 24

Pro-Ject expands its all-new T2 W range with two new affordable turntables.

An illustration of a man listening to headphones on a train with his shadow reading a book

More audiobooks are coming to Spotify Premium subscribers – here are 3 you won’t want to miss

By Amelia Schwanke published 2 April 24

Spotify has expanded its global rollout and catalog of audiobooks for premium subscribers.

AirPods Pro 2 sat on top of a Chromebook

How to connect AirPods to a Chromebook

By Amelia Schwanke published 1 April 24

Here's how to connect your AirPods to a Chromebook in just three quick and easy steps.

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