Articles by 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

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

By James Davidson published 26 February 24

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 24 February 24

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 23 February 24

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.

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

By James Davidson published 21 February 24

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 21 February 24

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 18 February 24

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

By James Davidson published 16 February 24

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 12 February 24

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

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

By James Davidson published 10 February 24

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 9 February 24

Is Sonos moving to video as well?

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

By James Davidson published 7 February 24

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.

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 27 January 24

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 24 January 24

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 21 January 24

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

By Becca Caddy last updated 19 January 24

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.

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

By James Davidson published 19 January 24

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 18 January 24

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

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

By James Davidson published 16 January 24

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.

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

By James Davidson published 15 January 24

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

By James Davidson published 9 January 24

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.

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

By James Davidson published 9 January 24

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.

Samsung announces 2024 soundbar range plus a subwoofer that doubles as a picture frame

By James Davidson published 8 January 24

CES 2024 Samsung’s 2024 audio range includes what’s sure to be its flagship soundbar, but also the Music Frame, which acts as both a picture and a speaker.

Samsung S95D OLED Glare Free lifestyle image

Samsung’s 2024 OLED TVs add better brightness and a next-gen anti-reflection screen

By James Davidson published 8 January 24

CES 2024 Samsung’s newest QD-OLED TVs for 2024, the S95D and S90D, are said to be even brighter than their predecessors, while introducing new anti-glare technology.

LG OLED TVs' wireless lossless Dolby Atmos just started the next big home theater tech race

By James Davidson published 6 January 24

LG’s WOWCAST tech for TVs and soundbars lets you wirelessly stream Dolby Atmos at lossless quality.

Two Dell laptops and a Samsung Galaxy S23 phone on an orange background

ICYMI: the week's 8 biggest tech stories, from the Dell XPS 16 to Galaxy S24 leaks

By Mark Wilson published 6 January 24

If you've been busy this week rebooting your brain for 2024, fear not – we've rounded up all of the week's biggest tech stories.

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