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August 28
- “Uniti Star Lite is not simply the original Uniti Star without a CD drive” – Naim says its new streaming amp sounds better, too
- Naim's Uniti Star Lite streaming amplifier launches with extensive features – but it is missing one key ingredient
- Castle launches four new speakers that offer "a new level of performance" while retaining the brand's "natural warmth" and handcrafted cabinets
August 27
- "It's really a breakthrough in how we think about physical and digital media" – Xbox's latest announcement is a lifeline for physical media and a direct response to Sony's huge Blu-ray disc fumble
- Samsung’s S26 'Fan Edition' smartphone could be a wallet-friendly crowd-pleaser for mobile movie-lovers
- Apple’s September event has a date, which means the first foldable iPhone looks imminent – but what else is expected?
August 26
- Yamaha bolsters its streaming arsenal with a feature-laden streaming amplifier and network music player
- McIntosh’s new high-performance preamplifier combines classic looks with streaming smarts and a premium price tag
- Sony’s latest budget smartphone claims to double the brightness of its predecessor – but there’s a catch
- Apple might be about to launch new AirPods 5, but will they feature substantial improvements?
August 25
- FiiO's retro-modern amp takes inspiration from the "golden era of 1950s tube amplifiers"
- Eversolo brings streaming, downloads and physical CD playback together in one multitasking product
- Porsche and Burmester have a new secret weapon for their car hi-fi systems, and it sounds like sci-fi
- Shokz's bone-conducting headphones tease an ultra-light fit for runners on a budget
August 24
- FiiO unveils its latest retro-inspired portable cassette player – but there's a catch
- All evidence suggests new Beats headphones are on the way – and an official launch could be imminent
August 21
- Esoteric’s new T-01 turntable is “dedicated to reproducing the original master sound with breathtaking realism, musical energy and emotional depth”
- The next Apple TV 4K will have an upgraded Siri remote, according to this leak
August 20
- A classic R.E.M. album is getting a limited-edition vinyl upgrade
- As a fan of both football and F1, I'm nerdily excited about this new Sky feature
- Sennheiser's flagship earbuds are back to battle Bose and Sony – and they could have an ace up their sleeve
- Finally! Is this our best evidence yet that Apple is about to launch a long-awaited sequel to the HomePod Mini?
- Sony's XM4 reboot has leaked again in official-looking images, with one notable spec upgrade
August 19
- Sony has released new Bravia TV software, and it’s good news for some (but unfortunately not all)
- Even brighter OLED TVs could be on the way thanks to a new “dream” panel technology – and super-large models might get cheaper
- Rotel's first passive speakers in over 25 years tease "exceptional resolution and accuracy"
August 18
- Technics is celebrating 55 years of its legendary SL-1200 turntable with a limited-edition design
- Apple’s next AirPods just leaked in an official video – here’s how their unique new feature will work
- Pro-Ject adds aptX Bluetooth powers to its entry-level, plug-and-play turntable
- Reports suggest that Sonos could launch a major product in September – and it isn't the Ace Ultra headphones
August 17
- Sony and Bose beware! Reports suggest Samsung is working on a pair of wireless over-ear headphones
- Monitor Audio updates its popular Silver range of speakers to “set a new benchmark for high-fidelity performance at its price”
August 14
- Dolby Vision 2 HDR can work on existing 4K Blu-ray players – but there's a catch
- Could this affordable, feature-packed Bluetooth turntable rival the five-star Sony PS-LX3BT?
August 13
- Google updates its Pixel Buds Pro 2 wireless earbud with a fresh look and a noise-cancelling upgrade
- This striking vertical turntable is the brainchild of former Apple engineers
August 12
- Spotify is finally doing something to combat AI music, but is it enough?
- Google's new Pixel 11 lineup features super-bright OLED displays and spatial audio support
August 11
- Sonos will launch new wireless headphones next month, official filing suggests
August 10
- Sony could be giving my favourite wireless headphones of all time an unexpected revival
- "This is why physical media matters": anger as Google yanks access to The Lord Of The Rings films, even if you 'bought' them
- Goldmund's "most advanced amplifier ever" is packed with cutting-edge tech and costs more than a Ferrari
August 7
- Missing your old MP3 player? This budget brand is bringing the early 2000s nostalgia with this tiny portable model
- This hi-res streaming service dedicated to jazz and classical music is now available on Focal & Naim streaming products
- HDR10+ Advanced lands this month – here's how to watch the next-gen HDR standard
- Victrola announces upgrades to its Auracast turntable and a collaboration with Third Man Records
August 6
- Now not even vinyl records are free from AI slop
- Bose’s latest ANC wireless headphones arrive with Ultra-inspired upgrades and three limited edition colours
- Hisense TV owners, listen up! You're about to get a major Dolby Vision upgrade
- Disney+ has restored 4K in affected countries – but only on some devices and without HDR
- Marantz adds four new AV receivers to its home cinema line-up with "ground-breaking" feature sets
August 4
- Nothing sub-brand CMF's first open earbuds promise a listening experience "that feels as natural as it sounds"
- The next model in Hisense’s Award-winning 4K projector line finally goes on sale soon – and it has a massive sound upgrade
- The Astell & Kern PD5 digital audio player follows the Award-winning SR35 with a 28-hour battery life and eight DACs
August 3
- Open your mind – and your listening – with the Shokz OpenFit Pro
- Sony's Award-winning budget headphones could be getting a long-awaited sequel