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Storm Audio lays claim to the first model to offer 20 channels of processing along with 16 channels of amplification, delivering 150W apiece for up to 11.1.8 multi-format support.  

The two new additions to its Ampster range offer some more affordable audio solutions for those looking to give their streaming, CD or TV playback a cost-effective boost.  

All four screen sizes in Panasonic’s budget MX610B 4K LED series get a price drop which could put them into contention as a budget second room TV where critical viewing is nowhere near the top of the wish list but value is.  

This week we report back the Philips OLED+908 MLA OLED TV preview in Barcelona, review the REL 212/SX sub, Focal Theva speaker system and Avid Accent amplifier and cover the latest AV and Hi-Fi news.  

Existing UK and US members will be among those getting additional adverts in their future film and TV show viewing, with the option to upgrade to a costlier ad-free alternative.  

The headline act is the new X3100i flagship model, which will be joined by the X500i and X300G in offering 4K HDR gaming with up to 3300 ANSI lumens.  

The new-and-improved model boasts a world-first inclusion of both Bluetooth 5.4 and aptX Lossless, along with a number of other refinements.  

Sony’s 55A80L OLED TV has recently fallen to its lowest price since its May launch and could be a good buy for anyone prepared to pay a touch more than the competition for the Sony name.  

The new high-end player owes its heritage to the classic M1 player with this modern-day twist adding a new 10-inch tonearm in a stylish two-tiered design.  

The S2 noise-cancelling headset gets upgraded with a new digital signal processing engine and optimised audio, plus a fresh selection of premium finishes to choose from.  

Cas and the team are back to discuss the latest cinema, streaming and 4K UHD disc news and reviews.  

We travelled to Barcelona to get hands-on with the new Philips OLED+908 Micro Lens Array equipped OLED TV and interviewed TP Vision's picture guru Danny Tack.  

The new additions include the flagship Ultra Headphones and upgraded Ultra Earbuds, with improved noise cancelling technology and extended battery life.  

The new addition to the R-Series offers 100W of Class D amplification ready to deliver that richer bass performance that its speakers just can’t reach.  

Audiolab's high-end addition to its 9000 Series has been built from the ground up, with a new Arm processor and Sabre DAC ready to play.  

Pricing is also confirmed ahead of the impending release for the over-ear headset and TWS earbuds, both featuring improved noise cancelling tech and other performance upgrades.  

Philips’ original UK launch date for its OLED808 TV was August but plans change and mice and men react accordingly. Now the company has confirmed a new release slot and it’s not too far away.  

Its flagship 4K OLED TV with a Micro Lens Array (MLA) layer and META brightness boosting algorithm is ready to roll out next month  

The new smartphones will be joined by the new Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, with iOS17 and WatchOS 10 upgrades and improved processing and functionality across the board.  

Its new flagship record player is a direct drive design that supports MM and MC cartridges, with an adjustable S-shaped tonearm for improved tracking and smooth playback.  

This week we look at the Panasonic MZ2000 OLED TV, answer your questions from previous podcasts, look at the Yamaha RX-A4A AV Receiver and get the latest Hi-Fi news and reviews from Ed. Click here to listen...  

The all-in-one turntable solution comes with a built-in amplifier, stereo speakers, and Bluetooth support for some easy listening.  

With four 13-inch woofers offering a combined output of 2000W, could this latest high-end solution be worth a standing ovation? Or, perhaps more importantly, £50,000?  

Courtesy of Sound Design Distribution, its latest streaming solution will be shipping soon with an upgraded processing system and precision analogue output stage, plus a new compact aluminium chassis.  

The upgraded models feature a new motor drive control system, an improved power supply, and greater precision with reduced vibrations.  

Designed for use on its own, with a stereo sibling, or as surround speakers in a wider system, the new compact arrival comes with an adaptable three-driver set-up.  

You don’t need an Xbox Series S/X or PC to boldly go where no… ok, wrong franchise … but if you fancy some deep space adventuring in Starfield directly on your Samsung TV sans console or PC, then Gaming Hub is your launch pad.  

Billed as its most powerful yet, the new amp integrates Purifi technology to deliver up to 400W per channel.  

The new floorstander offers a slightly smaller and more affordable solution to its high-end audio line-up, with an upgraded 8-inch IsoFlare driver system.  

The new-and-improved Home Theatre Multi-Channel models bring upgraded Class AB amplification with the choice of a five or a seven-channel solution.  

The company's latest slimmed-down 2-channel solution delivers up to 75W per channel with 8K and HEOS support to help with your wider home entertainment needs.  

Cas and the team are back to discuss the latest cinema, streaming and 4K UHD releases...  

The new 4K Pro UHD ultra short throw model features 3LCD technology, with an integrated Yamaha sound system and Android TV set-up.  

A detailed round-up of all of the major models in the company’s 2023 portfolio, from the new X955 QD-MiniLED to its more affordable QLEDs and LCDs.  

It combines the company’s Dual Light LED/laser hybrid technology with a Harman Kardon audio system and Dolby Vision support.  

Sharp has announced the expansion of its TV portfolio with three new MiniLED series, including a new flagship model, plus a fresh QLED range set to launch in the coming months.  

The new compact bar offers a smaller and more affordable solution while still delivering up to 7.1.4 3D virtualisation with Dolby Atmos and 360 Reality Audio.  

The new top-tier TV boasts a peak brightness of 5,000 nits and packs in a similar number of dimming zones and, along with the upgraded C95 Series, it will be joined by an entry-level C805 option – and some new NXTPAPER smartphones.  

We present our best settings out of the box for the Panasonic MZ980 OLED TV.  

The new ‘high-end at a lower-cost' line-up is made up of a 603 S3 floorstander, the 606 and 607 S3 bookshelf speakers, and an HTM6 S3 centre channel, all benefitting from a little 700 Series technology.