tvOS 27 Is Out Now: Apple TV Gets Hi-Res Lossless Audio and a Redesigned Podcasts App
tvOS 27 is rolling out to Apple TV with Hi-Res Lossless Apple Music, AutoMix and a redesigned Podcasts app with video support.
Sophie Bennett
Home Entertainment Reporter at Tech Torque Media, covering televisions, streaming platforms, audio, home cinema and the technology shaping how people watch and listen at home. Her reporting spans new products, software updates, streaming services, industry developments and the changing home-entertainment landscape.
Sophie focuses on making home entertainment technology easier to understand, looking beyond specifications and announcements to explain what changes actually mean for viewers. From TVs and soundbars to streaming devices, services and emerging formats, her coverage aims to help readers understand the technology behind the entertainment they enjoy.
Dolby Vision 2 Is Here — But TV Support Is Still Too Fragmented
Dolby Vision 2 has reached its first TVs, but fragmented manufacturer and content support means most viewers still cannot experience its full benefits.
Marantz MCR 60n DAB Brings CD, Streaming and HDMI eARC Together for £800
Marantz’s new MCR 60n DAB combines CD playback, HEOS streaming, HDMI eARC, phono input and 65W-per-channel stereo amplification in one £800 compact system.
Apple AirPods 5 Launch in the UK From £119 With ANC as Standard
Apple AirPods 5 launch in the UK from £119, with ANC on both models. See prices, battery life, features and the 18 September release date.
Is Your LG Smart TV Listening? What the New Privacy Investigation Actually Found
A major investigation into LG smart TVs raises questions over network scanning, ACR and voice data. Here’s what researchers found, LG’s response and the privacy settings owners can check.
Sky Go Gets Major Upgrade for Sky Glass and Stream — Full HD, Remote Recording and Better Sports Arrive
Sky Glass and Stream customers now have a substantially redesigned Sky Go app with Full HD streaming, cross-device viewing, remote recording and a dedicated Sport hub.
Sony WH-1000XM4C Revives a Headphone Classic — Updated XM4 Returns for Around £219
Sony refreshes the popular WH-1000XM4 with the new WH-1000XM4C, adding updated sound tuning, a 10-band EQ and Lavender colour option for around £219 in the UK.
Hisense UX1 Soundbar Debuts at IFA 2026 With 11.2.6-Channel Dolby Atmos
Hisense has unveiled the UX1 at IFA 2026, combining an 11.2.6-channel Dolby Atmos layout, wireless surrounds, a substantial subwoofer and Hi-Concerto TV integration.
Netflix UK Price Rise: Cheapest Plan Jumps 33% to £7.99 a Month
Netflix has increased all three UK subscription prices, with its ad-supported plan jumping 33% to £7.99 and Premium rising beyond £20 a month.
Virgin Media Store Is Closing — Here’s What Happens to Your Purchased Movies
Virgin Media is closing its digital store, but customers can move purchased movies and TV shows to Rakuten TV. Here’s how the migration works and what to check before you switch.