LoginI reviewed this delightfully retro DAC dongle and at this price, it's a punchy and talented no-brainer
24 February 2026 at 23:00
FiiO's ultra-portable wired DAC delivers a significant audio upgrade to your computer, smartphone or tablet
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- I reviewed this delightfully retro DAC dongle and at this price, it's a punchy and talented no-brainer
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- This new Google TV 4K box not only has Dolby Vision and Atmos, but another nice trick: you can add more storage using a microSD card
This new Google TV 4K box not only has Dolby Vision and Atmos, but another nice trick: you can add more storage using a microSD card
24 February 2026 at 01:30
A cheaper alternative to Google's own TV streamer
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- Hit the road, jack? Not at all, iFi's tiny Go Blu Air DAC brings the headphone port back to your phone — and levels up the audio to boot
Hit the road, jack? Not at all, iFi's tiny Go Blu Air DAC brings the headphone port back to your phone — and levels up the audio to boot
22 February 2026 at 12:00
This tiny Bluetooth DAC brings the headphone jack back to your smartphone, laptop and more. It delivers long battery life and impressive power output for such a small device. It sounds great too.
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- I reviewed Philips' affordable Fidelio stereo speakers that look 'too good to be true' on the spec sheet — and they nearly pull it off
I reviewed Philips' affordable Fidelio stereo speakers that look 'too good to be true' on the spec sheet — and they nearly pull it off
21 February 2026 at 14:00
An active wireless speaker system with specification beyond the asking price, and an actually useful app — what’s the catch?
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- I tested a sub-£20 Bluetooth speaker from Groov-e, and while the build is basic and the audio doesn't amaze, I wouldn't write if off — here’s why
I tested a sub-£20 Bluetooth speaker from Groov-e, and while the build is basic and the audio doesn't amaze, I wouldn't write if off — here’s why
17 February 2026 at 17:00
The Groov-e Thunder is affordable and many will appreciate its RGB lighting, but muddy audio and a plasticky build hold it back.
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- I reviewed the Eversolo DAC-Z10, and this DAC/preamp/headphone amp combo reveals details you didn't know were in your music
I reviewed the Eversolo DAC-Z10, and this DAC/preamp/headphone amp combo reveals details you didn't know were in your music
15 February 2026 at 12:00
Eversolo continues its world domination of digital hi-fi with this amazing, five-star addition.
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- 'I cannot think of a single meaningful downside:' I tested Wharfedale's new Diamond 12.1i stereo speakers, and they're as good as things get for this price
'I cannot think of a single meaningful downside:' I tested Wharfedale's new Diamond 12.1i stereo speakers, and they're as good as things get for this price
13 February 2026 at 00:00
Wharfedale finally refreshes its great Diamond 12 series of stereo speakers, and they're nearly flawless.
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- I tested the Philips turntable with a CD player squirrelled away in its plinth and honestly, for this money it's hard to argue with the versatility
I tested the Philips turntable with a CD player squirrelled away in its plinth and honestly, for this money it's hard to argue with the versatility
10 February 2026 at 23:30
In which Philips piles on the functionality without charging an arm and a leg –but is the Fidelio FT1 a music center for the 21st century?
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- I reviewed Fluance's Ri91 wireless active stereo speakers, and I loved them for the price — except for a couple of concerns
I reviewed Fluance's Ri91 wireless active stereo speakers, and I loved them for the price — except for a couple of concerns
5 February 2026 at 00:55
The Fluance Ri91 are fantastic in most regards, especially for the price – but I wobble on quality control concerns
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- I tested the JBL Boombox 4 and it's a wonderful party companion — but one minor flaw holds it back from audio perfection
I tested the JBL Boombox 4 and it's a wonderful party companion — but one minor flaw holds it back from audio perfection
3 February 2026 at 23:00
The JBL Boombox 4 is a premium party speaker that delivers killer sound with punchy bass and superb battery life.
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- This powerful wireless hi-fi speaker has all the modern connections you could want — and a touchscreen to control things easily
This powerful wireless hi-fi speaker has all the modern connections you could want — and a touchscreen to control things easily
3 February 2026 at 14:10
The Primare Allt-i-Ett is a jack of all trades, and perhaps a master of them too, with basically every spec you'd ever want.
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- JBL's new portable speakers have 'stem AI' for jamming — they can remove any instrument or vocal from songs in realtime, no internet required
JBL's new portable speakers have 'stem AI' for jamming — they can remove any instrument or vocal from songs in realtime, no internet required
23 January 2026 at 17:52
JBL's BandBox Solo and Trio play songs in the key of AI
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- This retro-style Bluetooth speaker is trying to outdo Marshall at its own game, but is it up to the task?
This retro-style Bluetooth speaker is trying to outdo Marshall at its own game, but is it up to the task?
18 January 2026 at 00:00
The Edifier ES60 is a decent retro-style speaker, but its audio performance and underwhelming battery life hold it back from brilliance.
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- This pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker takes aim at the JBL Go 4 — but sadly, 3 key flaws hold it back
This pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker takes aim at the JBL Go 4 — but sadly, 3 key flaws hold it back
8 January 2026 at 11:56
I reviewed a cheap alternative to JBL’s smallest Bluetooth speaker — is it worth buying?
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- Rotel's bijou integrated amp is small but mighty —and it became my system's pint-sized powerhouse
Rotel's bijou integrated amp is small but mighty —and it became my system's pint-sized powerhouse
31 December 2025 at 14:30
Rotel has belatedly realised that ‘small’ really might be ‘beautiful’ after all – and the DX-5 wants to be your miniature stereo hero
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- LG’s xboom Bluetooth speakers were some of the best of 2025, and 4 new models are coming in 2026
LG’s xboom Bluetooth speakers were some of the best of 2025, and 4 new models are coming in 2026
2 January 2026 at 11:28
will.i.am's smart wireless speakers come in four new flavors
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- I love these active speakers' stacked feature-set, but they lag a little in one key area
I love these active speakers' stacked feature-set, but they lag a little in one key area
30 December 2025 at 11:30
The Edifier S880DB MKII active bookshelf speakers look great and shine at the top end but lack bass are up against cheaper, and better, alternatives.
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- WiiM's first ever wireless speaker hits (almost) all the right notes
WiiM's first ever wireless speaker hits (almost) all the right notes
25 December 2025 at 15:30
Buy the Sound on WiiM, would you? I support you – although I'd always recommend reading this review first…
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- I reviewed Marshall’s mid-sized Bluetooth speaker and its stereo sound blew me away
I reviewed Marshall’s mid-sized Bluetooth speaker and its stereo sound blew me away
7 December 2025 at 16:00
The Marshall Middleton II boasts excellent sound quality, a classy design, and plenty of battery life, but almost fittingly, it can sometimes feel stuck in the middle.
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- I've spent 20 years testing hi-fi and these bookshelf speakers are the gateway drug to passive perfection
I've spent 20 years testing hi-fi and these bookshelf speakers are the gateway drug to passive perfection
6 December 2025 at 11:30
After chasing the pricier loudspeaker dollar, Dali has returned to its roots with the super-affordable Kupid. Is the company’s entry-level mojo still working?
