Vodafone TV Takes on Sky and Virgin With 4K, Dolby Vision, Freely and HBO Max
Vodafone TV launches in the UK this October with Freely, Netflix, HBO Max, 150+ extra live channels, 300+ cloud games, 4K, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.
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.
Roku Launches Its First OLED TVs — And the Pro Series Starts at Just $999
Roku has launched its first-ever OLED TVs, with the Pro Series starting at $999 and the brighter, faster Pro Series LX arriving in October.
Sonos Beam Ultra Is Official — 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos Arrives Alongside the Huge Sonos 27 Update
Sonos Beam Ultra is official with true 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos, dedicated up-firing drivers and a £699 price, launching alongside Sonos 27 and Ace Ultra.
JBL Cove takes on whole-home audio with Dolby Atmos and soundbar integration
JBL Cove M1, P1 and X1 bring whole-home Wi-Fi audio, Dolby Atmos and Bar MK2 integration, with UK prices and availability from 8 October 2026.
Apple TV Price Rises to $14.99 in US — UK Subscription Stays at £9.99
Apple has increased Apple TV to $14.99 a month in the US, while UK subscribers continue to pay £9.99 for now.
Sony BRAVIA 6 OLED Takes Aim at LG and Samsung — But UK Price Is Still TBC
Sony’s new BRAVIA 6 brings OLED, 120Hz gaming and a wider range of screen sizes to a more accessible part of its TV line-up, but UK pricing remains unconfirmed.
Unreleased Siri Remote Appears in Apple Code — What It Could Mean for the Next Apple TV 4K
An unreleased Apple TV remote identifier has appeared in macOS 26.7 code, adding fresh evidence that Apple is preparing new living-room hardware. Here’s what is confirmed, what remains rumour, and whether you should wait before buying an Apple TV 4K.
Dolby Vision 2 Could Come to Existing 4K Blu-ray Players — But There’s a Catch
Dolby Vision 2 could work with existing 4K Blu-ray players through firmware updates, but whether owners actually receive support will depend on manufacturers.
Netflix Could Bring Rival Streaming Services Inside Its App
Netflix is reportedly exploring bringing rival streaming services into its app, building on its TF1 integration in France. Here’s what it could mean for viewers.
Sonos Could Launch a New Beam Soundbar in September — Here’s What It Needs to Fix
A new Sonos soundbar has appeared in FCC filings ahead of the company’s September product launch. Here’s what the likely Beam successor could bring — and what Sonos needs to improve.