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

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.

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.

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.

LG Signature OLED T lifestyle image

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.

The samsung HW-Q990C

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

By James Davidson published

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

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 S95QR soundbar in living room

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

By James Davidson published

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

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.

The Sony X95L on a TV stand, with an image showing a Japanese house

Sony's new mini-LED 4K TV tech should have Samsung worried, but here’s why I think OLED will still reign supreme

By James Davidson published

Sony’s new mini-LED tech for its flagship TVs not only offers more brightness but finer control and precision in its picture - and Sony may be backing this tech over OLED.

LG B3 OLED with white, snowy mountains displayed on screen

Why the entry-level LG B4 is my most anticipated OLED TV of 2024

By James Davidson published

LG has revealed info about its 2024 OLED TVs, including its entry level model, the LG B4. Following in the footsteps of the brilliant LG B3, it sounds like the B4 could be even better.

LG M4 OLED TV on grey wall with car on screen lifestyle image

LG unveils 2024 OLED TV range, including a brighter LG C4 and next-gen processing

By James Davidson published

LG has announced details of its 2024 OLED TV lineup, including a more advanced wireless OLED TV, the LG M4, and some excellent-sounding upgrades to its other OLED TVs: the G4, C4 and B4.

Panasonic DP-UB820 on white stand

Panasonic DP-UB820 review: a fantastic, affordable 4K Blu-ray player that's built to last

By James Davidson published

Editor's Choice

The workhorse of the 4K Blu-ray player world

Mini-LED backlight demo with TCL TVs on display

I saw a mini-LED 4K TV demo without the pixels – and wow, do more local dimming zones make a difference

By James Davidson published

During a mini-LED 4K TV demo, in which none of the TVs had their panels, only the backlights, I saw the importance of local dimming zones and just how much they can make or break your picture

LG 32LQ6300 with lake on screen

LG 32LQ6300 review: a small, reliable TV that packs great performance

By James Davidson published

The LG 32LQ6300 is a small-screen TV with a punchy, colorful picture, great gaming performance and better than expected sound.

TCL IJP OLED TV at CES 2023

Brighter and cheaper OLED TVs using inkjet-printing tech could finally be on the way

By James Davidson published

With a demonstration at CES and some new stats, Inkjet-printed (IJP) OLED TVs could be the next step in OLED TV development

Roku TV on wall with What to watch menu on screen

Roku’s free update that makes it easier to find new shows and movies is coming to more countries

By James Davidson published

Roku’s new software update that aims to make movie and TV show recommendations smarter and cleaner is already available in the US, and is coming to other countries including the UK.

LG B3 with bright image of hot spring on screen

Thinking of buying a new 4K TV this Black Friday? I tested cheap QLED and OLED models, and here's what you need to know

By James Davidson published

OLED and QLED TVs can offer something for everyone, but just what can a cheap model of each type do? You’ll be pleased to know that despite their differences, the results are positive all around

A MacBook Pro, iPhone and Nextbase iQ dash cam on a blue background

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories, from The Beatles to new MacBook Pros

By Mark Wilson published

It's been another big week in tech. Been a bit busy? We've whizzed it all up into this news-flavored milkshake.

Philips OLED808 with lake landscape on display

I tested an Ambilight OLED TV and it made me feel like a kid at Christmas

By James Davidson published

Ambilight technology never particularly wowed me, but when I finally got to test an Ambilight OLED TV, I was completely in awe

LG StanbyME stood in a kitchen

LG's wheelable smart TV is lots of fun, but wow is it expensive

By James Davidson published

The LG StanbyME is an intriguing TV that no doubt has multiple purposes, but £1,199 / $999 for a 27-inch HD TV is a staggeringly high price

Panasonic MZ2000 with moose on screen

This OLED TV could have been perfect, if its smart TV platform wasn't so appalling

By James Davidson published

The Panasonic MZ2000 is without question a spectacular TV, but its clunky smart TV platform hold it back for perfection and title of best OLED TV of the year.

Amazon Omni QLED with Star Wars The Last Jedi on screen

Beware this Black Friday: I reviewed 2 big-screen cheap 4K TVs and you should avoid this LED screen

By James Davidson last updated

Big screen Black Friday deals can be super tempting, but make sure you do you research or you could end up with a giant TV that just takes up space.

Perlemsith PSSFK1 TV wall mount arm extended

Perlesmith PSSFK1 review: a full-motion TV wall mount that's a small TVs' best friend

By James Davidson published

Recommended

Need a full-motion TV wall mount for your 27-inch, 32-inch or 42-inch TV? Look no further

Samsung CU8000 with squirrel on screen

Samsung CU8000 review: a cheap 4K TV that looks premium, but you can get better pictures

By James Davidson published

The Samsung CU8000 does what it can with what it's been given, but sadly lacks the all-around performance that could have made it an underrated bargain.

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