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

Sony Bravia 9 mini-LED TV on wooden TV stand

Sony reveals 2024 TV range with next-gen mini-LED – here’s everything you need to know

By James Davidson published

Sony's 2024 TV range has arrived and the company has opted for mini-LED over OLED for its flagship model.

4k Blu-ray players on colored background

Want to get into 4K Blu-ray? Here are 2 players and 5 movies to get you started

By James Davidson published

If you're fed up with streaming and thinking of getting into 4K Blu-ray, we've got some recommendations for players and movies to get you going.

Bose Soundbar 600 on a wooden table beneath a TV

Want an easy TV sound upgrade? Meet 3 budget-friendly Dolby Atmos soundbars that also save on space

By James Davidson published

If you want Dolby Atmos sound without big speakers everywhere, these compact soundbars might be just what you're looking for.

webOS 24 home page on LG QNED91T

I tested LG's new webOS on its latest TVs – and I loved these 3 big upgrades

By James Davidson published

LG’s 2024 TVs will come with the latest iteration of its smart TV platform, and during my testing of it (on LG’s new mini-LED TV), here are three features I loved.

Amazon 32-inch 2-series listing image

Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-series TV review: a small TV that gives great value, but struggles elsewhere

By James Davidson published

The Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-series faces a lot of competition and although functional and solid, it's bested by some of its rival sets in most areas.

LG B3 TV with peacock feather on screen

Want to beat TV reflections? Here are the different types, and how to stop them

By James Davidson published

Reflections on a TV can be a real frustration, so it's important to know what types there are, what new TVs are doing to limit them and how to avoid them yourself.

LG CineBeam Qube 4K portable projector sat on wooden table

LG aims for Samsung's portable projector crown with its stylish new 4K projector

By James Davidson last updated

Updated LG’s answer to the Samsung Freestyle, but with 4K

Philips OLED808 with hot geyser on screen

Here are my four go-to movies for testing new TVs – plus the 4K Blu-ray test disc I can't live without

By James Davidson published

TechRadar uses many different sources in both SDR and HDR formats to test TVs. Here are 4 movies I regularly use in tests, along with details on how I use them.

LG G3 with landscape shot of city at night on screen

LG G3 OLED review: LG's brightest OLED TV ever delivers elite pictures

By James Davidson last updated

Recommended

The LG G3 has outstanding picture quality and excellent performance, thanks in part to the introduction of MLA OLED technology – but it's not quite perfect.

LG B3 OLED with white, snowy mountains displayed on screen

LG B3 review: LG's cheapest OLED TV packs a lot of performance

By James Davidson last updated

Recommended

The LG B3 is the entry-level option in LG's 2023 OLED lineup and offers performance and picture quality above its grade, but it is lacking in a couple of areas.

4k Blu-ray players on colored background

I test 4K Blu-ray players for a living and here's the difference between premium and budget

By James Davidson published

All 4K Blu-ray players serve the same purpose of playing 4K Blu-ray discs, but how much you spend can shape the experience you ultimately get.

Leo Bodnar 4K HDMI input lag tester

How we test TV input lag at TechRadar

By Al Griffin published

A guide to how we test TV input lag, which is crucial for gaming.

TV testing equipment including murideo, portrait displays C6 and leo bodnar

How we test TVs at TechRadar

By Al Griffin published

A guide to testing methods and equipment used for TechRadar's TV reviews.

Linn hi-fi system at Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2024

I listened to Linn's flagship hi-fi setup and it was absurdly good, frankly

By James Davidson published

At the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2024, Linn showcased its flagship hi-fi system, which demonstrated that paying for the best means you get the best.

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.

Sennheiser Momentum true wireless 4 listing image

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.

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.

Amazon Omni QLED showing waves and rocks on screen

Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED review: one of the best-featured cheap 4K TVs you can buy

By James Davidson last updated

Recommended

The Amazon Omni QLED gives great performance and picture quality at an affordable price. It's not perfect, but it's hard to argue against such a great-value TV.

blu-ray disc in player drive

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.

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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