Articles by Olivia Tambini

Olivia was previously TechRadar's Senior Editor - Home Entertainment, covering everything from headphones to TVs. Based in London, she's a popular music graduate who worked in the music industry before finding her calling in journalism. She's previously been interviewed on BBC Radio 5 Live on the subject of multi-room audio, chaired panel discussions on diversity in music festival lineups, and her bylines include T3, Stereoboard, What to Watch, Top Ten Reviews, Creative Bloq, and Croco Magazine. Olivia now has a career in PR.

Articles by: Olivia Tambini

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AirPods Pro 2, Sonos headphones, and the Sony WH-1000XM5: all the cans we’re hoping for in 2022

By Olivia Tambini published 28 February 22

2022 could be a bumper year for wireless headphones if all the rumors are to be believed.

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Sony LinkBuds vs Sony WF-1000XM4: how the true wireless earbuds compare

By Olivia Tambini published 27 February 22

Versus Sony’s weirdest earbuds meet its best - so how do the LinkBuds stack up against the WF-1000XM4?

I listened to The Beatles’ Abbey Road in Apple Music’s Spatial Audio - and I’ll never go back to stereo

By Olivia Tambini published 25 February 22

Armed with a pair of AirPods Max, and an Apple Music subscription, I finally experienced one of my favorite albums in Spatial Audio.

Sonus Faber Omnia review

By Olivia Tambini published 22 February 22

Recommended

Sonus Faber’s all-in-one hi-fi system oozes Italian artisanal luxury.

AirPods Pro 2 might not tolerate your lazy yoga poses

By Olivia Tambini published 18 February 22

A new AirPods patent shows how future wireless earbuds could be integrated with Apple Fitness Plus.

Is Sony cooking up a sequel to the best headphones in the world?

By Olivia Tambini last updated 18 February 22

Is this our first glimpse of the successors to the best headphones in the world, the Sony WH-1000XM4?

Spotify has bought more podcasting platforms - but is it neglecting the music?

By Olivia Tambini published 17 February 22

Spotify continues to go hard on podcasts as its biggest rival, Apple Music, branches out to classical music curation.

How to clean your Apple AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max

By Olivia Tambini published 16 February 22

Updated Our top tips for cleaning Apple's iconic true wireless earbuds and headphones – without damaging the hardware.

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The Sony LinkBuds are the weirdest wireless earbuds I’ve ever tested, and I’m in love

By Olivia Tambini published 15 February 22

I tried the first open-ring true wireless earbuds and it was love at first sight – but it wasn’t meant to be.

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Audio-Technica’s new wireless earbuds boast an incredible 50-hour battery at a budget price

By Olivia Tambini published 15 February 22

The new Sony WF-1000XM4 rivals also come with spatial audio, active noise cancellation, and aptX Adaptive.

Do AirPods work with Android? What non-iPhone users need to know about Apple earbuds

By Olivia Tambini published 13 February 22

Using the AirPods, AirPods 3, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max with an Android? We’ve got you covered.

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Apple Music's classical app could bring the sounds of the orchestra to your AirPods

By Olivia Tambini published 11 February 22

Apple Classical could launch very soon if code in Apple Music's beta app is to be believed.

This gold-plated Sony Walkman could bring a little bling to the WH-1000XM4

By Olivia Tambini published 10 February 22

The ideal companion for your Sony WH-1000XM4 - if you've got a little cash to spare.

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Spotify’s Joe Rogan controversy: everything you need to know

By Olivia Tambini published 8 February 22

In-depth Spotify’s biggest podcaster has launched a big debate among both subscribers and artists.

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Sony WH-1000XM4 vs Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700: which over-ears are best?

By Olivia Tambini published 8 February 22

Versus Choosing between Sony and Bose? Here’s what you need to know.

Gucci's AirPods Max case costs twice as much as the actual headphones

By Olivia Tambini published 4 February 22

Your headphones can now be part of the Gucci gang - if you've got a cool $980 to spare.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 review

By Olivia Tambini published 3 February 22

Recommended

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 headphones ooze opulence, sound brilliant, and come with an excellent app.

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Could Spotify's stance on Joe Rogan cost it listeners?

By Olivia Tambini published 2 February 22

In-depth The streaming platform is losing both artists and subscribers over the controversy, but will the damage be lasting?

AirPods Pro 2 could ditch Bluetooth for lossless audio support

By Olivia Tambini published 1 February 22

Is Apple working on a Bluetooth alternative for the AirPods Pro 2?

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Will the AirPods Pro 2 be as futuristic as the rumors suggest?

By Olivia Tambini last updated 31 January 22

In-depth Codewords, blood oxygen monitors, and gesture controls could make the AirPods Pro 2 the most advanced wireless earbuds yet.

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New Chord Mojo 2 DAC promises to make any headphones sound incredible

By Olivia Tambini published 31 January 22

The Chord Mojo 2 is the follow-up to the best portable DAC we've tested.

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Ed Sheeran and Green Day could appear in Warner's musical metaverse theme park

By Olivia Tambini published 28 January 22

Warner Music Group's virtual venue will be part of the Sandbox gaming metaverse, and you'll be able to pay to live 'next door'.

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Are the AirPods 3 noise-cancelling? Apple's new earbuds explained

By Olivia Tambini last updated 26 January 22

Want the lowdown on the AirPods 3? We answer your questions about Apple's latest true wireless earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro vs Apple AirPods Pro: the noise-cancelling earbuds compared

By Olivia Tambini published 25 January 22

Versus Thinking of buying the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro or the Apple AirPods Pro? Here’s what you need to know.

the jabra elite 4 active with their charging case

Jabra Elite 4 Active review

By Olivia Tambini last updated 25 January 22

Jabra’s budget true wireless earbuds offer plenty for the price, including decent sound, active noise cancellation, and a workout-friendly design.

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