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I bought Ikea’s £10 Bluetooth speaker – don’t make the same mistake

It’s cheap, waterproof and lasts for days, but that doesn’t make it a good buy

What Hi-Fi?

“An enormous cityscape of stackable guava-colored boxes” — I compared a dozen $10 IKEA speakers to one $120 JBL speaker to see whether sheer numbers are a substitute for better sound engineering

I cobbled together a constellation of 12 $10 Ikea speakers to see how they compared to a single $120 JBL one.

TechRadar

Gaming headphones are finally good for listening to music — these open-backs prove that you don’t need two separate sets of cans

I just finished reviewing Sony's first-ever open-backs for gaming, the Inzone H6 Air, and these headphones can pull double duty for both gaming and audiophile listening.

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“The more experienced listeners are, the less bass-heavy they want the sound”: JBL is changing the way its flagship headphones sound, and I've heard the difference — here’s how I rate it

The JBL Tour One M3 just got a major update with a new sound at the fore — I spoke with JBL about the changes, and heard them for myself.

TechRadar

I tested the JBL Xtreme 5 for a week and I'm obsessed — this upgrade needs to come to every Bluetooth speaker

I tested the brand-new JBL Xtreme 5, and it boasts one major upgrade I hope comes to every Bluetooth speaker.

Tom’s Guide

“What is JBL sound? It’s powerful, dynamic and energetic” – we chat to JBL about headphones, history and 80 years in the business

JBL celebrates 80 years in the game – and looks forward to 80 more…

What Hi-Fi?

Pick of the Month: a shining star OLED TV, twin Sony turntable treats, five-star high-end hi-fi speakers and more, tested

It was a really busy month for our hi-fi and home cinema experts

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Harman Kardon Enchant 900 vs JBL Bar 300MK2: which Dolby Atmos soundbar should you buy?

Two soundbars with similar ambitions – but very different approaches to delivering cinematic sound

What Hi-Fi?

JBL Xtreme 5 review: Once again, JBL's rugged monster is a speaker star

This speaker isn't one to mess with – it's massive in more than one way

I heard a Dolby Atmos mix in a professional recording studio – and it’s changed my view of spatial audio

Is this really the future of music?

What Hi-Fi?

Rewind: an OLED TV intervention, high-end JBL speakers reviewed, Dolby Atmos BMW system and more

It was another busy week for our hi-fi and home cinema experts

What Hi-Fi?

I tested the JBL Xtreme 5 vs JBL Xtreme 4 — and it's closer than I thought

Should you buy the new JBL Xtreme 5 or save your money and get the older JBL Xtreme 4? I've reviewed both, so I'll help you choose.

Tom’s Guide

I tested the JBL Go 5 vs JBL Go 4 budget Bluetooth speakers — and there’s a clear winner under $60

The JBL Go 5 is here after a two-year wait, but is it any better than the JBL Go 4? I put the two budget Bluetooth speakers through their paces to find out.

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JBL gives flagship headphones a gorgeous new colour – and there's even more upgraded under the hood

I didn't think these headphones could look any better, but I've been proven wrong.

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I tested the long-awaited JBL Xtreme 5 — and it’s the most rugged, bassiest, and gnarliest Xtreme yet

The JBL Xtreme 5 is a worthy upgrade from the Xtreme 4, with louder, bassier sound, a new LED lightshow, and enviable clarity in the mids and highs.

What Hi-Fi?

JBL is giving its flagship wireless headphones a big sonic boost – here’s what you need to know

The Tour One M3 are getting a musical makeover

Tom’s Guide

I’m soundtracking my summer with the $54 JBL Go 5 — it’s one of the best budget speakers I’ve ever used

I've spent the last couple of weeks listening to my favorite tunes on the JBL Go 5, and here's why it's the perfect speaker for the summer.

Tom’s Guide

The JBL Go 5 is one of the best budget speakers I’ve tested, and it offers stellar sound for just $54

The JBL Go 5 is a compact and budget speaker, offering refined sound quality, excellent IP68-rated durability, and it's accompanied by a user-friendly app.

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JBL Summit Ama

JBL’s Summit Ama is a hugely capable standmounter that’s a truly entertaining listen.

Euronews

Travel smart: Must-have gadgets and accessories for summer holidays in 2026

From power banks to travel pillows, these are the essential items you need to pack for smoother trips around Europe this summer.

Livingetc

IKEA's New Design-y Table Lamp Doubles Up as a Bluetooth Speaker — It's Colorful, Connects to Spotify, and Costs Way Less Than Others on the Market

Part of the Tekla Evelina Severin collaboration, this £80 speaker-lamp is worth snapping up (and soon)

Tom’s Guide

These custom JBL speakers are the viral summer accessory of 2026 — and you can get one for $69

These speakers are incredibly popular right on social media, and it's not just about their value or audio quality.

Tom’s Guide

I test Bluetooth speakers for a living and these are my 12 top picks for outdoor listening this summer

As the weather gets warmer, these are the best Bluetooth speakers to consider for outdoor music listening.

Guitar World

Mooer takes on JBL with its own AI stem separation tech – and it could change the way you practice your favorite songs

StemLab allows players to de-mix audio files to isolate instruments and sharpen up practice sessions

MusicRadar

“Own a piece of grunge history”: Could your next amp be Kurt Cobain’s stage-played Fender Twin? Nirvana’s Bleach-era touring backline goes up for sale

Black and silver panel Fender Twins loaded with JBL speakers – bring yer own Boss DS-1 and you're good to go...

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