Olivia Tambini

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

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The next Samsung Galaxy Buds could monitor your heart rate for better workouts

By Olivia Tambini published

A patent for Samsung Galaxy Buds with biometric sensors gives us some clues about the brand's next true wireless earbuds.

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Sonos speakers: how to set them up and everything you need to know

By Olivia Tambini published

Buying some new Sonos speakers or want to get the most out of your existing audio setup? We’ve got you covered.

Apple AirPods Pro

AirPods Pro 2 release date reportedly pushed back - but they could be the best AirPods yet

By Olivia Tambini published

The AirPods Pro 2 will launch alongside three new Apple Watch models towards the end of next year, a respected analyst claims.

a smartphone displaying YouTube Music's 2021 recap

YouTube Music 2021 Recap: how to relive your year in music

By Olivia Tambini published

Here's what you need to know about YouTube's Spotify Unwrapped rival, which lets you see your top artists, songs, videos and playlists from this year.

the victrola premiere v1 turntable

This Victrola turntable promises to make playing vinyl a walk in the park

By Olivia Tambini published

The Victrola Premiere V1 is an all-in-one turntable setup designed to make playing records easier than ever.

a woman wearing the jabra elite 7 pro true wireless earbuds

Jabra's budget wireless earbuds are its cheapest so far

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Updated The company has launched three new wireless earbuds models, including a budget-friendly option.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Live launch, with noise cancellation to rival AirPods Pro

By Olivia Tambini last updated

The hotly-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Buds Live were announced at the company's Note 20 launch event.

the Audio-Technica ATH-SQ1TWWH

These cheap true wireless earbuds have the most unusual design we've ever seen

By Olivia Tambini published

Audio-Technica's latest true wireless earbuds prove it's hip to be square.

sonos sub subwoofer

Sonos could launch a mini subwoofer to boost your home cinema very soon

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Details of the Sonos Sub Mini were spotted in the S2 app, suggesting that a new product is on the way.

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Adele aside, Spotify is right to remove shuffle from albums

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Opinion Opinion: Rumor has it Adele is behind Spotify's latest update - either way, it's about time shuffle was removed from albums.

spotify

Spotify finally gets this most-wanted feature – and real music lovers will be relieved

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Spotify has announced that it's scrapping the limit on how many songs you can download to your personal library.

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Wireless headphones vs true wireless earbuds: which design is best for you?

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Versus True wireless and wireless headphones can sound just as good as their wired counterparts these days – but should you cut the cord completely or stick to the neckband?

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Cleer Next review

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Recommended

The Cleer Next over-ear headphones are made with audiophiles in mind.

A pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds in white in their charging case on a grey surface

Samsung Galaxy Buds review

By Olivia Tambini published

Recommended

Updated For Android owners, the Samsung Galaxy Buds offer easy connectivity, a comfortable fit, and a warm, bassy sound.

A TCL TV in a grey room with a colourful pattern on the display

TCL TV 2021 range: every new TCL TV for this year

By Olivia Tambini, Henry St Leger last updated

Updated After a new TCL TV in 2021? Here’s everything you need to know about TCL’s new 8K models and updates to its popular 6-Series.

Amazon Echo (2019) vs Amazon Echo Dot (2019): which Alexa speaker is best for you?

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Updated Amazon has an Echo speaker for every occasion – but which 2019 smart speaker is best for you?

spotify on a phone next to a laptop and a pair of headphones

Spotify's next chapter will bring audiobooks to the streaming service

By Olivia Tambini published

The music streaming platform plans to acquire audiobook service Findaway - but there's still no word on Spotify HiFi.

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This Bluetooth speaker could be the perfect one-box hi-fi system

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Astell & Kern has revealed a new wireless speaker, which it says can deliver stereo sound.

a man wearing a pair of adidas true wireless earbuds while playing basketball

These Adidas true wireless earbuds could be the perfect workout buddies

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Adidas' latest running earbuds come with some impressive specs for fitness mavens.

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Tidal launches Apple AirPlay rival to cast Hi-Res Audio to your wireless speakers

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Tidal Connect is here to make music casting easier, letting you send your tunes to your wireless speakers via the Tidal app.

the transparent light speaker

This portable Bluetooth speaker masquerades as a cosy lantern

By Olivia Tambini published

The Transparent Light Speaker provides a warm glow as you play your tunes.

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Apple Music on PS5 is great if you're bored of Spotify – but its best feature is missing

By Olivia Tambini published

Opinion Opinion: the Apple Music streaming service has landed on the PS5, but it's a bit of a disappointment.

Samsung Q Series Soundbar

Samsung's new Dolby Atmos soundbar could be its most immersive yet

By Olivia Tambini last updated

CES 2021 Samsung's flagship 11.1.4-channel soundbar should sound seriously good, boasting Dolby Atmos object-based audio and innovative rear speakers.

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AirPods 3 vs AirPods 2: what’s new with Apple’s true wireless earbuds?

By Olivia Tambini last updated

Versus Here’s how the AirPods 3 compare with their predecessors, the AirPods 2.

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Beats Fit Pro wireless earbuds tipped to launch next month

By Olivia Tambini published

It looks like Apple has a new pair of wireless earbuds on the way.

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