Articles by: Olivia Tambini

Olivia was previously TechRadar's Senior Editor - Home Entertainment, covering everything from headphones to TVs. Based in London, she's a popular music graduate who worked in the music industry before finding her calling in journalism. She's previously been interviewed on BBC Radio 5 Live on the subject of multi-room audio, chaired panel discussions on diversity in music festival lineups, and her bylines include T3, Stereoboard, What to Watch, Top Ten Reviews, Creative Bloq, and Croco Magazine. Olivia now has a career in PR.

Articles by: Olivia Tambini

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Best Beats headphones 2023: the top Dr Dre headphones and earbuds

By Becca Caddy last updated 25 July 23

Buying Guide Wireless cans, over-ear headphones, and workout earbuds: there's a pair of the best Beats headphones to suit everyone.

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This Dolby Atmos soundbar could be a big rival for the Sonos Arc

By Olivia Tambini published 3 March 22

Bowers & Wilkins has finally launched a spatial audio soundbar – and it could really shake up the competition.

the jlab go air pop wireless earbuds with their charging case

I tried some $20 wireless earbuds - and they’re actually pretty good

By Olivia Tambini last updated 3 March 22

As long as you’re not after audiophile sound quality, the JLab Go Air Pop wireless earbuds are worth considering.

The cheapest Sonos Bluetooth speaker has arrived - but there's a catch

By Olivia Tambini published 2 March 22

The Sonos Roam SL comes with a price cut - but don't get too excited.

Sonos Roam review

By Olivia Tambini last updated 5 December 22

Best in Class

Updated The Sonos Roam is the best portable speaker you can buy in 2022.

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Wireless earbuds are about to get even better for gaming

By John McCann published 28 February 22

MWC 2022 Lossless CD-quality audio, less power drain and lower latency are all supported.

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AirPods Pro 2, Sonos headphones, and the Sony WH-1000XM5: all the cans we’re hoping for in 2022

By Olivia Tambini published 28 February 22

2022 could be a bumper year for wireless headphones if all the rumors are to be believed.

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Sony LinkBuds vs Sony WF-1000XM4: how the true wireless earbuds compare

By Olivia Tambini published 27 February 22

Versus Sony’s weirdest earbuds meet its best - so how do the LinkBuds stack up against the WF-1000XM4?

I listened to The Beatles’ Abbey Road in Apple Music’s Spatial Audio - and I’ll never go back to stereo

By Olivia Tambini published 25 February 22

Armed with a pair of AirPods Max, and an Apple Music subscription, I finally experienced one of my favorite albums in Spatial Audio.

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Best Sony headphones 2022: noise-cancelling, wireless earbuds, and more

By Olivia Tambini published 24 February 22

Updated We've rounded up the best Sony headphones we've reviewed over the years.

Sonus Faber Omnia review

By Olivia Tambini published 22 February 22

Recommended

Sonus Faber’s all-in-one hi-fi system oozes Italian artisanal luxury.

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Sony LinkBuds review

By Olivia Tambini last updated 22 March 22

The world’s first open-ring in-ear headphones are a wonder, with excellent sound, ingenious controls, and a unique design.

AirPods Pro 2 might not tolerate your lazy yoga poses

By Olivia Tambini published 18 February 22

A new AirPods patent shows how future wireless earbuds could be integrated with Apple Fitness Plus.

Spotify has bought more podcasting platforms - but is it neglecting the music?

By Olivia Tambini published 17 February 22

Spotify continues to go hard on podcasts as its biggest rival, Apple Music, branches out to classical music curation.

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Best Bose headphones 2023: noise-cancelling earbuds, wireless headphones, and more

By Olivia Tambini last updated 25 July 23

Updated In this guide, we rank the best Bose headphones, from wireless headphones to noise-cancelling earbuds.

Is Sony cooking up a sequel to the best headphones in the world?

By Olivia Tambini last updated 18 February 22

Is this our first glimpse of the successors to the best headphones in the world, the Sony WH-1000XM4?

How to clean your Apple AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max

By Olivia Tambini published 16 February 22

Updated Our top tips for cleaning Apple's iconic true wireless earbuds and headphones – without damaging the hardware.

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The Sony LinkBuds are the weirdest wireless earbuds I’ve ever tested, and I’m in love

By Olivia Tambini published 15 February 22

I tried the first open-ring true wireless earbuds and it was love at first sight – but it wasn’t meant to be.

Best headphones for TV: build a home cinema without the speakers

By Jamie Carter, Olivia Tambini published 15 February 22

Buying guide Creating your own home cinema doesn't have to mean filling your house with speakers, amplifiers and cables. The right pair of headphones for TV watching can do the trick instead.

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Best on-ear headphones 2023 for all budgets

By Matt Bolton last updated 27 July 23

Buying Guide Looking for the best on-ear headphones? Check out our top picks from Sony, Jabra, Grado and more.

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The best DAB radio 2023: the top digital radios to buy

By Becky Scarrott last updated 4 June 23

Buying Guide The best DAB radios combine old-school 'wireless' radio concepts with new digital tech – here are our top picks.

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Audio-Technica’s new wireless earbuds boast an incredible 50-hour battery at a budget price

By Olivia Tambini published 15 February 22

The new Sony WF-1000XM4 rivals also come with spatial audio, active noise cancellation, and aptX Adaptive.

Do AirPods work with Android? What non-iPhone users need to know about Apple earbuds

By Olivia Tambini published 13 February 22

Using the AirPods, AirPods 3, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max with an Android? We’ve got you covered.

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Apple Music's classical app could bring the sounds of the orchestra to your AirPods

By Olivia Tambini published 11 February 22

Apple Classical could launch very soon if code in Apple Music's beta app is to be believed.

This gold-plated Sony Walkman could bring a little bling to the WH-1000XM4

By Olivia Tambini published 10 February 22

The ideal companion for your Sony WH-1000XM4 - if you've got a little cash to spare.

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