TV manufacturers are all talking about AI (Artificial Intelligence) and are adding it to everything from image processing and sound quality to smart features and viewing recommendations, but what is it?
There has been a lot of talk recently about Micro LED and how it could change not just picture quality but also the very nature of what constitutes a TV. That sounds exciting, but what is Micro LED?
Broadcasting has changed so much recently that even the BBC has succumbed to the streaming demon. What does this mean for the future of the TV licence?
AV receivers, surround speakers, subwoofers and disc players are amongst our chosen home AV products of 2018. We round-up the best of the best in our second annual Editor's Choice Awards.
While the rule of thumb is to switch off unnecessary, fancy sounding video processing options some of the recent TVs merit some gentle experimentation. Read our thoughts on noise reduction and edge enhancement.
This week we wonder if the world needs another Lord of the Rings franchise, albeit on TV this time. Sony announce OLED pricing, Steve reviews some home cinema speakers and a rather large sub, while Ed ponders life and best buy speakers that cost £2,500. Plus we review Rampage at the cinema and more...
This week we review the latest laser 4K projector from Sony, JVC announce their first 4K DLP projector, we lament the passing of OPPO and Ed reviews more music streaming services while hung-over. Plus we talk movies and the cinema.
This week we get a report from Steve about his visit to Madrid to see LG's new TV line-up. We also ask if your home is smart and does it need to be? Plus Cas Harlow joins us for the monthly round-up of the best albums, playlists, vinyl, cinema releases, discs and TV shows.
This week we discover the new demo facilities at Arcam HQ, Steve reviews a home cinema headset, Ed buys a new TV and wires up an AV receiver and Steve and Phil review Annihilation on Netflix.
This week the team are on message with round-ups of the latest TV news from Samsung, LG and Sony. Ed also tells us why CD is probably going to die soon and Mr. Botwright goes to the cinema!!
This week the guys survive the 'Beast from the East' and Storm Emma to talk AV amplifiers, projectors, albums, playlists and vinyl of the month. Plus movie news and the best films, discs and TV shows of the month.
This week Ed and Steve report back from the Bristol Sound and Vision Show with their thoughts on what they saw and the best demos. Plus we review Mute on Netflix and more...
As has been the case for a few years now, there was rather more sound than vision at Bristol but a considerable amount of interesting product broke cover.
This week Steve gives us the full run-down of what happened at the Panasonic European Convention including the TVs and AV gear that was announced. Ed wonders what is in store for HiFi in the year ahead, we review Black Panther & The Shape of Water at the cinema and discuss our favourite disaster movies.
Panasonic expands 4K TV line-up with new LCDs at European Convention
by Steve Withers
Panasonic used their 100th anniversary European Convention to expand their TV line beyond OLED, adding four new LED LCD ranges with IPS panels and HDR10+ support.
The Bristol Sound and Vision Show has entered its 4th decade and this year's event will see around 200 exhibitors in attendance to showcase the latest in Hi-Fi and Home AV.
This week Steve reports back from the Sony UK Trade Show, Ed gives us his album and playlists of the month, we discuss the Solo trailer and wonder if streaming will soon rule the world.
This week we discuss the expansion of Dolby Atmos on Sky Q, find out about a new short throw laser projector from Epson and look forward to the Bristol Sound Show. Plus we talk movies, discs, cinema releases and the films we're looking forward to in 2018.
Philips talk OLED and LCD TVs, P5 processing and HDR10+
by Steve Withers
We speak to Philips's picture guru Danny Tack about the new features on their latest OLED and LCD TVs, talk HDR10+ and take a closer look at their new line-up.
This week Steve reports back from the Philips TV launch in Amsterdam, we discuss the Dolby Vision/HDR10+ debacle and also test out Dolby Cinema in Vegas. We wrap up with a spoiler heavy look at Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
We had water leaks, the flu, chest infections and Ed's drinking habits to contend with this year, but we also produced a lot of TV content and saw some nice shiny things, so here are our thoughts of CES 2018.
CES 2018 News: Dolby Vision gains momentum despite HDR10+
by Steve Withers
Dolby Vision has gained significant momentum against the competing HDR10+ format, with extensive manufacturer and studio support, so we ask them what are the other areas into which they can expand.
CES 2018 News: LG discuss AutoCal feature on OLED and SUPER UHD TVs
by Steve Withers
We spoke to LG about their AutoCal feature for CalMAN that was developed in conjunction with Portrait Display and offers an unprecedented level of control for their OLED and SUPER UHD TVs.
CES 2018 News: Sony talk AF8 OLED, XF90 LCD and 10,000 nits TV
by Steve Withers
At CES 2018 we spoke to Gavin McCarron from Sony about their new TV line-up for the UK, which includes the AF8 OLED TV and XF90 LED LCD TV. We also take a look at their new X1 Ultimate processor and 8K prototype with 10,000nits of peak brightness.