Carrie Marshall

Carrie Marshall

Contributor

Writer, broadcaster, musician and kitchen gadget obsessive Carrie Marshall has been writing about tech since 1998, contributing sage advice and odd opinions to all kinds of magazines and websites as well as writing more than a dozen books. Her memoir, Carrie Kills A Man, is on sale now and her next book, about pop music, is out in 2025. She is the singer in Glaswegian rock band Unquiet Mind.

Articles by: Carrie Marshall

Samsung S95D with Tizen home menu on screen

Samsung TVs will get new One UI software to match its phones, and we have mixed feelings about it

By Carrie Marshall published

Samsung is bringing its One UI to TVs from 2025, and that's probably good news… probably

SOUNDPEATS Air5 and Breezy true wireless earbuds

Soundpeats' Air5 earbuds are like an Android-friendly competitor to AirPods 4, but are half the price

By Carrie Marshall published

Open-ear fit with active noise cancellation, and Android-friendly features.

An old-style television with an eye looking out from it, implying the viewer is being watched

'Unprecedented capabilities for surveillance and manipulation': New report calls smart TVs and streaming services a 'Trojan Horse', and urges government action

By Carrie Marshall published

A severe new report slams the TV industry for creating "a digital Trojan Horse" in every home.

Netflix Ads

Which Netflix plan is best for you?

By Henry St Leger, Carrie Marshall last updated

How much does Netflix cost, and what do the three pricing plans actually offer?

Dali iO-8 headphones worn by a fashionable woman

Dali's new hi-res noise-cancelling headphones are for audiophiles who like a bit of style

By Carrie Marshall published

Dali brings ANC to its luxury wireless headphones

An Amazon Fire TV with the Freely and Fire TV logos on, in a cosy living room

Freely's free TV streaming is coming to Amazon Fire TVs – but not to Fire TV Sticks, sadly

By Carrie Marshall published

There'll be even easier viewing of UK channels on some of the best cheaper TVs.

Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro

Anker’s new earbuds have a MacBook-like ‘touch bar’ on the case to tweak controls – and some serious sound design

By Carrie Marshall published

Anker's earbuds have something special in their charging case

Hisense C2 ultra projector

Hisense’s small 4K laser projector can go up to 300 inches, plus has 120Hz support and JBL sound

By Carrie Marshall published

Hisense's new entry-level C2 protector offers an impressive spec and a huge screen size too

Goldring GR3 turntable

This beautiful and well-priced turntable from a vinyl great looks like seriously tempting spinner

By Carrie Marshall published

Goldring returns with a stylish new premium turntable

Victrola Signature 6-in-1 music center

Victrola's affordable 6-in-1 Bluetooth record player also plays cassette and CD, and has its own speakers

By Carrie Marshall published

This music player is a serious space-saver (although it is quite large).

Bose SoundLink Home

Bose's new Bluetooth speaker looks stylish and portable

By Carrie Marshall published

This paperback book-sized speaker promises to punch way above its weight

Audio Cu wireless audio transmission system

This box can send Dolby Atmos over power lines, for easier home theater setup

By Carrie Marshall published

You've got the power to send sound without wires.

Sony LinkBuds Fit, LinkBuds Speaker and LinkBuds Open

Sony launches funky new LinkBuds earbuds with customizable cases – and a new Bluetooth speaker to match

By Carrie Marshall published

Sony's beautifully odd LinkBuds get an audio upgrade, more personalization, and a clever little speaker too.

Loewe We.HEAR Pro

Loewe We Hear Pro vs Kylian Mbappé review: a gifted player… and so is the Bluetooth speaker

By Carrie Marshall published

This limited edition Loewe speaker delivers serious sonic power that's perfect for partying – or on-pitch training.

AIAIAI wireless DJ headphones with the wireless adapter

These ‘world first’ wireless DJ headphones ditch Bluetooth for a custom ‘ultra-low latency’ connection

By Carrie Marshall published

Wireless audio can be too slow for DJs and producers. These new headphones promise to ditch the delay.

LG C4 OLED TV game menu on screen

LG's next OLED TVs will include ultra-fast Bluetooth for gaming controllers, and the tech was shown off in a mystery TV

By Carrie Marshall published

LG's next OLEDs could deliver lag as low as 1ms for Bluetooth gaming

Edifier Stax Spirit S10 true wireless earbuds with ANC

Edifier's awesome planar headphones tech is coming to noise-cancelling earbuds, and these could be special

By Carrie Marshall published

Planar magnetic drivers + ANC could be a match made in headphone heaven.

Audeze CRBN2 electrostatic headphones

Audeze's new electrostatic headphones will SLAM you with 'unparalleled' clarity and bass

By Carrie Marshall published

Audeze's high-end headphones promise to deliver a whole new level of immersive audio.

The Sky Glass TV in a living room

Sky Stream or Glass not working? You're not alone – Sky's streaming services are down again

By Carrie Marshall published

Sky Glass and Sky Stream's technical troubles have resurfaced again

Ruark R610 and speakers in dark wood on a wooden shelf in a minimalist room

This retro music streamer and speakers combo is a stylish modern version of a classic hi-fi look

By Carrie Marshall published

Ruark's new speakers and all-in-one system combine 70s style with today's best audio tech

Pro-Ject T1 EVO from an angle, showing a focus on the glass platter

Pro-Ject's affordable new T1 EVO turntables are ideal to get serious about vinyl without breaking the bank

By Carrie Marshall published

These new Pro-Ject turntables deliver an impressive spec for an affordable price.

Google TV update september 2024

Google TV gets a big free update with cool new AI and smart home skills

By Carrie Marshall published

Google TV gets some fun AI features, improved navigation and a brand new set of smart home helpers.

sonos logo on a black device

Screaming, yelling, and 30,000 complaint emails: a report lays bare what went wrong at Sonos

By Carrie Marshall published

"Iceberg? What iceberg?"

Two phones side by side with the Netflix and Prime Video apps displayed

Netflix vs Amazon's Prime Video: which streaming service is winning in 2024?

By Carrie Marshall last updated

Which is better, Netflix or Amazon's Prime Video? It partly depends on your needs.

A man watches TV using a Bose Smart Soundbar and the Bose Ultra Open earbuds as his rear channel speakers

Bose Ultra Open Earbuds can work as rear speakers for its new Smart Soundbar

By Carrie Marshall published

Bose's new Smart Soundbar has a really smart solution for surround sound using your Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.

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