James Davidson

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

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The Hisense U7N is one of the best budget TVs I've ever tested, and it's just dropped to a record-low price at Amazon

By James Davidson published

The Hisense U7N was one of 2024's best mini-LED TVs, and it is now available at a record-low price.

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3 discs to add to your 4K Blu-ray collection in March 2025

By James Davidson published

March's Blu-ray Bounty explores three new 4K discs that could join your collection.

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5 things I learned when I tested the LG C5 OLED TV, from embracing AI to troublesome reflections

By James Davidson published

I recently tested and reviewed the LG C5 OLED TV and I've selected 5 key things you should know about it.

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

By Matt Bolton last updated

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.

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Start your 4K Blu-ray addiction by grabbing the best budget 4K Blu-ray player in the Amazon Spring Sale

By James Davidson published

Looking to get into 4K Blu-ray? There's no better time to start, as the Sony UBP-X700 has dropped to its lowest ever price

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The Hisense U6N was one of the best budget TVs I tested in 2024, and it's just hit a record-low price in Amazon's Spring Sale

By James Davidson published

Affordable mini-LED just got even cheaper, with the Hisense U6N 65-inch crashing back to its lowest-ever price in Amazon's Big Spring Sale

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

By James Davidson last updated

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

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I tested Samsung's new wireless TV connection box, and gamers need to know one thing

By James Davidson published

Samsung's new Wireless One Connect Box is a dream come true for cable haters, but it does add some input lag, which gamers should be aware of.

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from LG's excellent new OLED TV to our Assassin's Creed Shadow review

By Hamish Hector published

The week's 7 biggest tech stories from Lego, Ubisoft, Pebble, Google, LG and more for March 22, 2025.

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LG C5 OLED TV review: already on course to be one of 2025's best TVs

By James Davidson published

Editor's Choice

While there are few differences between the LG C5 and its predecessor, it's still a phenomenal TV that will cater to every need for most users.

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I tested Samsung's new flagship OLED TV, and it fixes my one key flaw with its predecessor, and has mind-blowing brightness

By James Davidson published

The Samsung S95F takes anti-reflection tech taken to a new level for today's 4K TVs

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The best Samsung TV for all budgets, tested by our reviewers

By James Davidson last updated

Updated Love Samsung TVs but not sure which one to buy? Our guide to the best Samsung TVs can help you find what you're looking for.

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The LG C5 is now available to pre-order in the UK, and the price is right

By James Davidson last updated

UK pricing has finally arrived for the sure-to-be popular LG C5, and it's identical to its predecessor's launch prices.

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Philips OLED+959 review: a visually and sonically striking TV, but it's overpriced compared to rivals

By James Davidson published

Recommended

The Philips OLED+959 looks and sound amazing, but a higher price tag compared to its rivals is a tough thing to ignore.

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

By Al Griffin last updated

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

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I saw LG's latest QNED mini-LED TV and it might finally compete with Samsung, Hisense and TCL

By James Davidson published

LG has been in the mini-LED game for a while, but its latest flagship, the QNED93, is its most competitive yet.

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I saw LG's G5 flagship OLED TV next to last year's G4, and the brightness boost I was excited about is very real

By James Davidson published

LG's G5 OLED TV is a significant step-up in brightness over its predecessor – and that's a gamechanger.

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Samsung reportedly sold more OLED TVs than mini-LED in 2024, suggesting that if the price is matched, people have a favorite

By James Davidson published

Samsung's OLED TVs outsold its Neo QLED TVs in 2024, proving which tech people will choose if price is close.

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You can now order the LG G5 OLED TV in the UK, and there's good news about the price

By James Davidson published

The first UK prices for the LG G5 OLED TV have appeared on John Lewis' website; and they're the same as the LG G4's.

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TCL overtaking LG's premium TV sales is the inevitable result of OLED's biggest problem and mini-LED's biggest strength

By James Davidson published

As OLED TVs stay in the same price bracket, mini-LED is making new options possible.

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I test TVs for a living, and these 4 TVs are the best for bright rooms and beating reflections

By James Davidson published

If you have a bright room, TV viewing can be a pain. But these 4 TVs will handle bright light better than any other.

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The LG C4 is one of our favourite OLED TVs, and it comes with a price cut and a free surround soundbar in this amazing deal

By James Davidson published

What's better than a discount on one of the world's best OLED TVs? When it comes with a free soundbar too.

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I tested and loved this Samsung Dolby Atmos soundbar, and it's just had its price cut to a near-record low

By James Davidson published

The Samsung HW-Q990D is one of the ultimate Dolby Atmos home theatre soundbars, and this deal sees its price slashed.

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Yaber K3 projector review: an affordable smart projector that delivers good sound but sub-par picture quality

By James Davidson published

The Yaber K3 offers smart features for cheap, but it struggles in some key areas.

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Movie sales – including 4K Blu-ray – fell again last year, but if you're going streaming only, you're massively missing out

By James Davidson published

Physical media sales, including 4K Blu-ray, have once again declined, but it's easily still the best way to watch your favorite movies and TV shows at home.

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