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Rotel DX-3 headphone amplifier and DAC

This compact new headphone amp from a hi-fi legend wants to boost sound quality to wired headphones

By Carrie Marshall published

Rotel's DX-3 promises exceptional high-end audio for elite headphones, even if you're using aptX Bluetooth.

iFi GO Link Max review: a USB-C DAC that's one of the best ways to get affordable hi-res audio from your smartphone we've ever found

By Simon Lucas published

If there’s a more cost-effective way of turning your smartphone into a viable source of high-resolution audio content, it hasn’t come our way yet…

Shanling M8T Hi-Res Music Player laid out on wooden table, with black headphones nearby.

This portable Hi-Res Audio music player has a tube amp and Android, for a serious mix of the retro and modern

By Henry St Leger published

If you want to enjoy Hi-Res audio on the go, then this new music player from Shanling may be one to check out.

This super-cool portable CD player has aptX for high-quality wireless listening – and works as a Hi-Res Audio DAC over USB-C as a bonus

By Carrie Marshall published

This little CD player has a lot of talents: it's a CD ripper, DAC and Bluetooth transmitter too.

HiFi Rose RD160

HiFi Rose's new DAC costs more than my entire hi-fi system, and I still want it

By Becky Scarrott published

The HiFi Rose RD160 DAC looks elegant, ethereal and oh-so expensive – because it is.

The 9 best wireless earbuds gifts for music lovers this Christmas: Apple, JBL, more

By Becky Scarrott published

Looking for earbuds this festive season? Whether you're giving them away or treating yourself, you can't go wrong here.

FiiO's wireless little BTR17 headphone DAC and amp is a tour de force at a very attainable price

By Simon Lucas published

Look, this is FiiO we’re discussing here, it because of that it naturally follows that the BTR17 portable Bluetooth DAC/headphone amplifier is very, very good indeed.

Astell & Kern HC4 review: a petite but powerful DAC that sometimes oversteps the mark

By Simon Lucas published

The A&K HC4 can turn your smartphone into an open, detailed listen – but in a saturated market, it isn't always the perfect solution.

FiiO's portable hi-res DAC and amp is priced to make you an audiophile, right before hi-res goes 'truly mainstream'

By Becky Scarrott published

Is hi-res music streaming about to hit the mainstream? If so, FiiO's got to be in pole position

The best Amazon Kindle deals in October 2025

By James Pickard last updated

We've gathered up all the best Kindle deals available today so you can get an Amazon ereader for the lowest price.

An audiophile keyboard now exists and it's straight in at no.1 on my Christmas list

By Becky Scarrott published

Bypass the cheap DAC in your laptop with the dual hi-res options in Fiio’s KB3 hi-fi keyboard – yep, keyboard.

Astell & Kern's new Hi-Res music player doubles as a hi-fi streaming upgrade, thanks to its included dock

By Carrie Marshall published

Astell & Kern's new portable music player promises hi-fi happiness on the go or at home

Best portable monitor of 2025: Our top-rated laptop screen extender guide, tested for work and play

By Steve Clark last updated

We tested out the top portable screens for gaming, business, and streaming.

Inspired by Apple’s original iPod, this open-source music player is the nostalgia bomb I needed

By Carrie Marshall published

This little iPod look-a-like is crowdfunding now and includes a DIY option if you want to make your own MP3 player.

Our favorite hi-res audio firm has a new music player, with aptX Lossless, up to 4TB of storage, desktop-class amplification, and an AI chip that's actually useful

By Carrie Marshall last updated

FiiO's new flagship portable music player promises power, portability and reference-grade wireless audio

SoundMagic's new cheap USB-C earbuds have an onboard DAC for hi-res audio from iPhone or Android

By Becky Scarrott published

The SoundMagic E11C had a 3.5mm termination, the E11BT went wireless, and now there's a USB-C option with an onboard DAC.

Netac Z11 Portable SSD review

By Mark Pickavance published

The Netac Z11 is a hardware-encrypted external drive with a fingerprint reader inbuilt.

LG XBoom Go XG2T vs JBL Clip 5: which mini Bluetooth speaker will reign supreme?

By Harry Padoan published

The LG XBoom Go XG2T and JBL Clip 5 both serve up plenty of quality, but which one is the better small speaker overall?

Ultimate Ears' new Everboom is the only Bluetooth speaker I need this Summer

By Hamish Hector published

The new Ultimate Ears Everboom speaker delivers an impressive performance in a portable and waterproof package.

Best portable SSDs 2025: Lightning-fast storage in a compact package

By Collin Probst last updated

We put the best portable SSDs to the test and have rounded up the models we would recommend ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

FiiO BT11 dongle next to an iPhone showing the FiiO app

Finally, hi-res Bluetooth on your iPhone: this cheap, tiny dongle adds aptX Adaptive and LDAC to any USB-C device

By Matt Bolton published

And it's from FiiO, which has fast become our favorite budget audiophile brand.

Topping's new DAC, headphone amp and preamp just toppled a few key players to sit with the top of the class

By Simon Lucas published

Topping is absolutely determined to become a force where affordable digital audio equipment is concerned – and the DX5 II proves it’s going the right way about it…

Best portable app of 2024

By Daryl Baxter last updated

We list the best portable apps, to make it simple and easy to run software applications directly from a USB stick or cloud storage to any device.

I didn't know I wanted a super-cool, wireless, audiophile portable CD player until I saw FiiO's

By Carrie Marshall published

After making the cassette player cool again, FiiO is turning its attention to the portable CD player.

Best portable projector of 2025: Tested for streaming and presenting on the go

By Steve Clark last updated

Want to stream or present anywhere - then these are the best mini and handheld projectors we've reviewed.

Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 review: a simple power bank that’s outdone by the competition

By Lewis Maddison published

The Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 has a thin design for greater portability – but is it worth taking on your travels?

I love portable power stations and these are the best Black Friday deals I recommend

By Desire Athow published

Take camping trips to the next level with these top-quality portable power stations, some with hundreds in savings and coupons

Asus ROG Ally Z1 on purple background with price cut text overlay

You could buy a gaming laptop for college, but you could also get the excellent Asus ROG Ally for just $499 instead

By Alex Whitelock published

Elevate your dorm-room gaming setup to the next level with the Asus ROG Ally Z1 - currently on sale at Best Buy.

TEAC unveils the elite DAC and headphone amp I'll buy when I win the lottery

By Carrie Marshall published

The big news here is a new DAC that promises incredible imaging and a super-clear sound stage.

LaCie Rugged Mini SSD review

By Mark Pickavance published

The LaCie Rugged Mini SSD is a compact USB SSD designed to handle outdoor use and is capable of up to 2,000MB/s transfers.