Articles by Olivia Tambini

Olivia was previously TechRadar's Senior Editor - Home Entertainment, covering everything from headphones to TVs. Based in London, she's a popular music graduate who worked in the music industry before finding her calling in journalism. She's previously been interviewed on BBC Radio 5 Live on the subject of multi-room audio, chaired panel discussions on diversity in music festival lineups, and her bylines include T3, Stereoboard, What to Watch, Top Ten Reviews, Creative Bloq, and Croco Magazine. Olivia now has a career in PR.

Articles by: Olivia Tambini

the denon dht-s517 soundbar and subwoofer on a tv stand

This Dolby Atmos soundbar is a cheaper version of the Sonos Arc

By Olivia Tambini published 20 January 22

The Denon DHT-S517 soundbar comes with a wireless subwoofer, too.

someone holding out the heavys headphones

These headphones are made for health-conscious headbangers

By Olivia Tambini published 19 January 22

The Heavys headphones promise to let you rock out without damaging your ears.

Apple pulled plug on plan to battle Sonos Roam with battery-powered HomePod

By Olivia Tambini published 18 January 22

Will a portable HomePod ever see the light of day? It's not impossible.

a man sat next to the monster blaster 3.0 boombox bluetooth speaker

Monster's latest Bluetooth speaker brings a modern spin on the boombox

By Olivia Tambini published 14 January 22

The Monster Blaster 3.0 is a Bluetooth boombox designed for modern music lovers.

The OnePlus Buds Pro wireless earbuds have just got even better

By Olivia Tambini published 12 January 22

A new update brings handy features to the true wireless earbuds.

The best headphones, earbuds, and hi-fi gear from CES 2022

By Olivia Tambini published 8 January 22

CES 2022 CES 2022 brought us some really exciting audio products and innovations.

the cambridge audio alva tt v2 record player

The best record players of CES 2022 prove vinyl’s still groovy

By Olivia Tambini last updated 7 January 22

CES 2022 Opinion: Some of the most exciting products from CES 2022 were record players.

the victrola revolution go record player

Hands on: Victrola Revolution GO review

By Olivia Tambini last updated 7 January 22

Not yet rated

CES 2022 Victrola may have revolutionized the record player with the first truly portable design.

This portable Bluetooth speaker harnesses the sun for never-ending music

By Olivia Tambini last updated 7 January 22

CES 2022 Exeger and Mayht have shown off a Bluetooth speaker at CES 2022 that could really shake up the world of audio.

Invisible headphones are as weird and awesome as they sound

By Olivia Tambini last updated 7 January 22

CES 2022 The Noveto N1 are a pair of invisible headphones - and they might be the coolest thing we've (never) seen at CES 2022

someone placing a record on the cambridge audio alva tt v2 turntable

The world’s first aptX HD Bluetooth record player has been reimagined for CES 2022

By Olivia Tambini last updated 6 January 22

CES 2022 The popular Cambridge Audio Alva TT gets a refresh and a more affordable turntable is added to the range.

the belkin soundform immerse true wireless earbuds in black

Belkin's new wireless earbuds are AirPods Pro rivals with a longer battery life

By Olivia Tambini last updated 5 January 22

CES 2022 Belkin has launched its latest wireless earbuds at CES 2022 - and they could be a cheaper, better version of the AirPods Pro.

a man running while wearing the jabra elite 4 active true wireless earbuds

Jabra Elite 4 launch ahead of CES 2022 - and they could make ideal running earbuds

By Olivia Tambini last updated 5 January 22

CES 2022 Jabra has expanded its lineup of true wireless running earbuds for CES 2022.

the technics eah-a800 wireless headphones in silver

These high-spec wireless headphones boast an incredible 50-hour battery life

By Olivia Tambini published 4 January 22

CES 2022 The Technics EAH-A800 wireless headphones were launched at CES 2022 and come with promising specs for audiophiles.

the shure aonic 40 noise-cancelling headphones in white

These noise-cancelling headphones could be a cheaper rival to the Sony WH-1000XM4

By Olivia Tambini published 5 January 22

CES 2022 Shure unleashes its latest cans at CES 2022 - and they look pretty swish.

a woman wearing a pair of mark levinson headphones

Are these the most expensive headphones at CES 2022?

By Olivia Tambini published 4 January 22

CES 2022 High-end audio brand Mark Levinson has launched its first pair of headphones at CES 2022.

a woman wearing wired earbuds, next to the airpods 3, a vinyl record, and a mobile phone playing hi-res audio

Audio in 2021: the year we got the AirPods 3 and cool girls ditched wireless headphones

By Olivia Tambini published 31 December 21

It’s been a big year for audio - we look back at 2021’s biggest launches, trends, and announcements.

the edifier d12 wireless speaker on a chair

Edifier D12 wireless speaker review

By Olivia Tambini published 27 December 21

The Edifier D12 is a handsome wireless speaker with plenty of connectivity options at a good price.

Fake AirPods: how to spot if your Apple earbuds are the real deal

By Olivia Tambini published 26 December 21

Are your Apple AirPods legit? Here are the signs that will reveal if your earbuds are what they say they are.

How to set up a record player

By Olivia Tambini published 25 December 21

Bought yourself a new turntable or received one as a gift? Here’s everything you need to know to get your record player sounding pristine.

a pair of stereo speakers with an amplifier

How to build the hi-fi system of your dreams

By Olivia Tambini published 26 December 21

Tech Resolutions Not sure how to build the best hi-fi system for your home and budget? We’ve got you covered with our easy guide.

How to use Alexa to make phone calls on an Amazon Echo

By Olivia Tambini, Alistair Charlton published 17 December 21

Updated No matter where in the world you are, you can use Amazon Echo smart speakers and smart displays to make calls to friends and family, including those that don’t have an Echo in their home.

Brian Eno has made a record player – and it looks seriously psychedelic

By Olivia Tambini published 16 December 21

There are just 50 of the kaleidoscopic turntables in existence, all signed by the musician and visual artist.

the polk signa s4 soundbar in a living room

This cheap Dolby Atmos soundbar could be a great budget alternative to the Sonos Arc

By Olivia Tambini published 15 December 21

The Polk Audio Signa S4 comes with upfiring tweeters that should deliver convincing Dolby Atmos sound.

the apple music app on a smartphone next to some airpods

Apple Music Voice has arrived with iOS 15.2: here’s everything you need to know

By Olivia Tambini published 14 December 21

Apple Music has a new, cheaper streaming plan that you can access with Siri.

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