James Davidson

James Davidson

TV Hardware Staff Writer, Home Entertainment

James is the TV Hardware Staff Writer at TechRadar. After studying English Literature and Creative Writing at Bath Spa University, he rekindled a childhood love for writing and creating stories that soon translated into the world of freelance writing, primarily for music blogs. Eventually getting into the world of TV and hi-fi, James honed a knowledge and passion for all things audio and visual. He is now bringing this experience to Tech Radar to write about the latest TV- related tech and give readers all the info they need. When not writing and reading about the latest audio and visual goodies, James can be found gaming, reading, watching rugby or coming up with another idea for a novel. 

Articles by: James Davidson

wharfedale super denton at the bristol hi-fi show

I heard Wharfedale's unusual new stereo speakers and they were mind-blowing

By James Davidson published

The Wharfedale Super Dentons were some of the most impressive speakers at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2024, proving that not everything has to be big and pricey to impress.

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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: sound reigns supreme for these excellent wireless earbuds

By James Davidson published

Recommended

Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds

Google TV home screen update feb 2024

A big Google TV update is about to give your home screen a fresh new look

By James Davidson published

Google TV will launch an update to the Your Apps section of its home screen, with neater icons and easier customization

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Optoma’s new smart 4K laser projector offers streaming apps and wireless sound for total convenience

By James Davidson published

Optoma's new 4K projector packs a bright laser light engine and can transmit audio wirelessly to WiSA-certified speakers.

Sony X95L with Godzilla vs Kong on screen

I tested Sony's pricey X95L mini-LED 4K TV and sometimes it pays to spend more

By James Davidson published

While budget mini-LED TVs from brands like Hisense and TCL are getting better, more premium sets show their worth - as I discovered testing the Sony X95L.

Linn 360 speakers and system at Bristol Hi-Fi show

The 5 best and most indulgent speakers I saw at Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2024

By James Davidson published

Bristol Hi-Fi is a place where audio brands can show off their best, and these 5 speakers were some of the standouts of the 2024 show.

Panasonic Blu-ray player, with the Blu-ray logo prominent

Your favorite Disney 4K Blu-rays aren’t going away thanks to Sony, but lesser known titles may disappear

By James Davidson published

Disney has handed over production of all physical media to Sony, but at the same time, has closed its long-running Disney Movie Club.

Samsung S95C OLED TV on stand showing abstract image

OLED vs QLED: Which TV tech is the best?

By Henry St Leger last updated

Updated More TV makers are pushing for ultra-thin OLED panels, but does QLED offer something different?

4K Blu-ray action movies splayed out on a kitchen counter

Home theater fans are being starved of the new 4K Blu-ray releases they want and it's not okay

By James Davidson published

4K Blu-ray is perfect for home theater, but more and more movies aren't being given physical releases, leaving collectors and movie fans hungry.

Samsung S95D at CES 2024

Samsung S90D vs Samsung S95D: how does the mid-range QD-OLED compare to its flagship?

By James Davidson published

Samsung has unveiled its two new QD-OLED TVs for 2024, the Samsung S90D and S95D. But just what are the major differences between the two and how do they compare?

The LG C4 TV in a hotel room, demoing a movie

4,000 nit OLED TV panels could be on the way, but they don't solve OLED's biggest problem

By James Davidson published

OLED TVs are becoming brighter every year and could soon reach 4,000 nits, but it seems one problem remains – full screen brightness.

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4K Blu-ray isn't dying despite Disney and Best Buy's efforts - it's more important than ever

By James Davidson published

4K Blu-ray may appear to be on the decline, with Disney and Best Buy distancing themselves from it, but smaller companies are keeping the 4K Blu-ray flag flying.

TV with Sonos Arc underneath image of football players

Sonos TV could be a winning combination of a Roku and an AV receiver

By James Davidson published

Is Sonos moving to video as well?

LG C3 OLED smart TV interface

Own an LG OLED TV from 2022? You can now get a free upgrade to 2023’s webOS

By James Davidson published

Owners of LG 2022 OLED TVs, including the A2 and C2, can sign up for a free beta to upgrade to webOS 23. Here's why that's potentially a good thing.

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Best TV wall mounts of 2024, for all sizes

By Amelia Schwanke last updated

Updated Want to know which are the best TV wall mounts? From fixed to tilting and full-motion, we've rounded up one for every TV size.

Spotify Daylist on display on Google Pixel 6a

The best thing about Spotify's Daylist feature isn't the music, it's the unhinged titles

By James Davidson published

There are tons of personalized playlist options on Spotify, but one of my favorites is the Daylist because its titles can be downright hilarious.

The Philips TAB6309 soundbar on a cyan background

Philips' new Dolby Atmos soundbar is compact, powerful and designed to blend in

By James Davidson published

Philips’ 2024 soundbar range, which includes a new flagship Dolby Atmos bar, have been announced and are designed to give room-filling power without taking up too much space.

Panasonic DP-UB154 on white table listing image

Panasonic DP-UB154 review: a cheap 4K Blu-ray player with great performance

By James Davidson published

Recommended

It may not be the most remarkable 4K Blu-ray player on the market, but the Panasonic DP-UB154 delivers an excellent picture with a no-frills approach.

Samsung S95D at CES 2024

Samsung S95D OLED TV: everything we know about the new 2024 QD-OLED

By Becca Caddy last updated

We've seen the Samsung S95D and its exciting new anti-reflection screen in person and it's the real deal. Here's everything we've had confirmed so far.

Roku TV

Own a Roku TV or streaming device? You're about to see a lot more ads on your home screen

By James Davidson published

Roku confirms that more ads will be coming to the home screen of its TVs and streaming devices, adding to the already cluttered ad space.

Samsung S90D TV at the CES 2024 trade show

Samsung S90D OLED TV: new sizes, different panels and everything else confirmed so far

By James Davidson last updated

After CES 2024, here's everything we know about the Samsung S90D, from new sizes and different panels to higher brightness and more.

Sharp QDEL display at CES 2024

Forget QD-OLED and micro-LED TVs – this QDEL screen shown at CES could be the next big TV tech

By James Davidson published

Sharp quietly showed off an early prototype for a QDEL display tech which, if used in TV panels, could give all the benefits of an OLED TV without any of the problems.

LG G3 on wall at CES 2023

AI processing is all over 2024 TVs, but I’m not convinced

By James Davidson published

At CES 2024, AI picture processing was the clear new major trend and although AI is everyone's favorite thing to talk about at the moment, I'm left a bit cold when it comes to AI TV picture.

Focal Aira Evo X range on a patio

Focal's Aria Evo X floorstanders are already the speakers to beat in 2024

By James Davidson published

Focal's new Aria Evo X is a refresh of the company's Aria series with new tweeter tech and a beautiful new moss green finish.

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LG's world-first wireless transparent OLED TV takes the game right back to Samsung

By James Davidson published

The LG Signature OLED T, the world's first wireless, transparent OLED TV, was unveiled by LG at CES 2024, hot on the heels of Samsung's transparent Micro LED display reveal.

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