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

LG G5 (left) and LG G6 (right) OLED TVs showing green butterfly on screen, with colors looking more natural and accurate on the G6

The LG G6 OLED TV got a picture-changing firmware update before its release, so I tested it side-by-side with the G5 again — here's what happened

By James Davidson published 4 April 26

The G6 OLED got a picture tweak ahead of its launch, so here's the latest on how it performs

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Hero image for Most anticipated 4K Blu-ray April 2026 feature with Gilda, Hamnet, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and Marty Supreme 4K covers on orange background

I’m TechRadar’s 4K Blu-ray tester — here are the 4 new discs I’m most excited about reviewing in April 2026

By James Davidson published 3 April 26

April 2026 is set to be another month packed with great new 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top 4 I'm most looking forward to testing.

The best soundbars for all budgets, all tested by us

By Matt Bolton last updated 2 April 26

Updated From budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.

Hisense U8N mini-LED TV on blue background

The best mini-LED TVs for all budgets, tested by our experts

By Al Griffin last updated 2 April 26

We choose the best mini-LED TVs, from budget-friendly big screens to premium models that rival OLED picture quality.

The Mounting Dream tilting TV wall mount against a pink background

Best TV wall mounts, for all sizes

By James Davidson last updated 1 April 26

Updated Want to know which are the best TV wall mounts? From fixed to tilting and full-motion, we've rounded up one for every TV size.

The best 4K Blu-ray players: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts

By James Davidson last updated 1 April 26

Streaming services are popular, but there's no better way to watch movies than with the best 4K Blu-ray players.

The best 40, 42 and 43-inch TVs, chosen by our experts

By Matt Bolton last updated 30 March 26

Updated The best 40- to 43-inch TVs hit that sweet spot between small and large-scale TV displays, and can deliver high-end picture quality, or can hit super-affordable prices.

The LG G6 (left) and LG G5 (right) showing an orange butterfly on screen. The G6 has much bolder, richer colors compared to the G5

'The complete package': I tested the LG G6 OLED TV side-by-side with the G5 in our testing rooms — and the difference is clear

By James Davidson published 28 March 26

The LG G5 was one of 2025's best OLED TVs — but the LG G6 improves in the right places, even more dramatically than I expected

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Blu-ray Bounty March 2026 hero image showing pink flowers from Wicked: For Good on LG G5

6 new 4K Blu-rays from March 2026 to add to your collection

By James Davidson published 28 March 26

For this month's Blu-ray Bounty, I'm checking out 6 discs released in March that would be great additions to any 4K collection.

LG G6 (left) and Samsung S95F (right) showing a ferris wheel at night

‘Downright impressive’: I tested the LG G6 OLED TV next to the Samsung S95F, and the Samsung is no longer the OLED king of bright rooms

By James Davidson published 21 March 26

The Samsung S95F has been my pick as the best OLED for bright-room viewing, but the LG G6 is coming for its title

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'It has to go beyond a display company': I spoke to the CEO of a TV manufacturer about AI, the monetization of TVs software, and how TV needs to evolve

By James Davidson published 20 March 26

Just how can TV evolve? I spoke to to Balaji Krishnan, CEO of Displace to get his thoughts on what needs to happen in the TV market.

TV buying guide hero image with two OLED TVs showing deer on screen in front of cardboard boxes

The best OLED TVs for all budgets, as reviewed by our experts

By Matt Bolton last updated 19 March 26

With infinite contrast and phenomenal picture quality, the best OLED TVs will change how you experience your favorite movies and shows.

Two OLED TVs displaying pink flowers on screen

The best 65-inch TV for every budget, all tested by our reviewers

By James Davidson last updated 19 March 26

Updated We pick out the best 65-inch 4K TVs to complete your home theater setup, no matter how much you want to spend.

Two OLED TVs showing an aerial shot of a city at night on screen with cardboard boxes behind them

The best 75-inch TVs, all tested by our big-screen experts

By Al Griffin last updated 13 March 26

Updated The best 75-inch TVs offer a true big-screen experience, with a size befitting the greatest films and the most nail-biting sports matches.

The best 85-inch TVs: huge 4K and 8K TVs worth buying

By Matt Bolton last updated 13 March 26

Updated The best 85-inch TVs give a new meaning to the word ‘large’. But if you can fit one in your home, which are the best options?

The best 32-inch TV: small screens for any budget

By James Davidson last updated 12 March 26

The best 32-inch smart TVs offer excellent value for many, with compact sizing and affordable pricing that small TVs can offer.

Denon Home 550, Sony HT-S2000 and Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

I tested three compact Dolby Atmos soundbars from Sonos, Sony and Denon — this is the one I'd buy with my own money

By James Davidson published 11 March 26

Three compact Dolby Atmos soundbars, the same five movie scenes — which ones come out on top?

Images of 3 10 to Yuma, The Breakfast Club, Ben-Hur, The Man Who Wasn't There and Wicked: For Good 4K Blu-ray covers against red background

Here are my 5 most anticipated 4K Blu-rays of March 2026

By James Davidson published 7 March 26

There are plenty of new and exciting 4K Blu-rays coming in March 2026, but I've picked my personal top 5 I can't wait to test.

LG G5 showing the twin sunsets scene from Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

'Just give us what we want, Disney': the original Star Wars trilogy is coming to Blu-ray again — but not in the way fans want

By James Davidson published 6 March 26

'A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...' was the last time we got the theatrical cut of Star Wars at home — could that be changing?

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LG G6 (left) and LG G5 (right) displaying green picture

‘It’s by design’: the LG G6 OLED TV’s colors aren’t as punchy as the G5's in its best picture mode — and that’s on purpose, says LG

By James Davidson published 4 March 26

Seeing a new OLED not look as bold next to its predecessor can be jarring, but with the LG G6, it appears to be intentional.

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Samsung S95F in Filmmaker mode with Static Dynamic Tone Mapping on with Batman on screen

Is your TV's picture too dark? Here are the settings you should change to help

By James Davidson published 4 March 26

Struggling to see some TV shows or movies on your TV? Here are some tips to make your TV brighter

Blu-ray Bounty feb 2026 hero image featuring a shot of Lawrence of Arabia on LG G5

8 new 4K Blu-rays from February 2026 to add to your collection

By James Davidson published 28 February 26

It's our biggest Blu-ray Bounty ever — this month, we'll be exploring 8 of the latest 4K releases from February 2026.

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The best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budget

By James Davidson last updated 22 February 26

Updated The best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.

The Warriors 4K Blu-ray from Arrow Video (left) and Paramount (right) sat on top of a soundbar in front of a TV

I tested two different 4K Blu-rays of the same movie — and it pays to research which version you're getting

By James Davidson published 20 February 26

Ever wondered how two different 4K Blu-rays of the same movie compare? I tested Arrow Video and Paramount versions of The Warriors to see how different they really were.

Yamaha True X Surround 90A listing image of system in front of a TV on stand

Yamaha’s elite Dolby Atmos surround soundbar had a key weakness – and it made me freshly appreciate one of the more forgotten parts of the home theater experience

By James Davidson published 15 February 26

They may not seem the most important, but rear speakers can make or break an immersive setup, as I discovered after testing a Yamaha soundbar.

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