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Don't fall for the Spotify lossless hype — here's the streaming service you should use instead and why

Spotify Lossless is here, but I think there are much better music streaming services out there.

Tom’s Guide

Spotify Lossless just dropped — here's how it compares to Apple Music, Tidal and other high-res services

Music streaming services and audiophiles don't make it easy to understand what all those mad streaming numbers mean when it comes to music quality. Let's break it down.

Tom’s Guide

I tested these affordable IEMs and they're the ultimate entry-level option for audiophiles – here's why

Want to enter into the audiophile world? I reviewed Meze's cheapest ever IEMs and they're an awesome option.

TechRadar

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Spotify Lossless still trails behind its hi-res streaming rivals – but that won’t matter for most people

While Spotify has finally entered the hi-res streaming game, it technically still lags behind its rivals. But should you care?

What Hi-Fi?

“We’re rebuilding the middle class of artists and giving fans the power to shape what gets heard. It’s a return to authenticity, driven by community”: New streaming platform launches - and it promises fair compensation for artists

Coda claims that its algorithm “comes from the crowd, not the cloud”

MusicRadar

An excruciating timeline of our eight-year wait for Spotify (HiFi) Lossless

With Spotify's Lossless tier eight years in the making, let’s take a trip through the hi-res streaming journey so far...

What Hi-Fi?

Buying second-hand CDs is my favourite way of discovering new music sustainably

CD doesn't have to stand for 'Climate Damage'

What Hi-Fi?

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As Block Launches New Bitcoin Mining Tools, Is XYZ Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

As Bitcoin consolidates, could Block’s tech-driven crypto ventures spark sustained growth, or is caution the smarter play?

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I listened to the new Focal Diva Mezza Utopia, a $69,000 ‘lifestyle’ speaker – here’s how high-res wireless audio makes a difference

Focal's new Diva Mezza Utopia made its US debut at Audio Advice Live 25, and these speakers' next-level sound quality was a highlight of the show.

TechRadar

Spotify’s prices are going up in the UK – here are 6 cheaper music streaming services

Spotify recently added hi-res audio to try and compete with cheaper music streaming alternatives

The Independent UK

Best MP3 players 2025: Top portable audio players tested by our expert

A dedicated digital audio player can change the way you listen to music – here are my top picks

The Independent UK

Four alternatives to Spotify: swapping is easier than you think

Artists and listeners are leaving the platform after its CEO invested in defence technology. Here are your options – along with how to keep your playlists

The Guardian - AU

Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII review: WiiM addition fixes the wireless speakers' only minor issue

Now with the WiiM streaming platform, the beautiful Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII is maturing into later life

TechRadar

WiiM waltzes into our expert hi-fi system buying guide with its multi-tasking streaming machine

Adding a much-needed budget option for the most blossoming product category

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Jay-Z hits out at 'harassment' from man who claims to be his son

Court documents have revealed that Jay-Z is angered by the "harassment" he has had to face from Rymir Satterthwaite, who alleges that the rapper is his father.

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'Call me to settle this karmic debt': Nicki Minaj claims Jay-Z owes her $100 to $200m

Nicki Minaj has urged Jay-Z to call her and settle "this karmic debt".

TechRadar

These are the best audio apps for Android (that aren't Spotify)

Here are the best audio-centric apps you can download on Android phones, hand-and-ear tested for your pleasure.

What Hi-Fi?

Leaked Spotify HiFi code reveals higher audio quality than was promised – and it's good and bad news

'CD quality' was announced back in 2021, but Spotify may well go one better

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Tom’s Guide

5 things we want to see from the Sony WF-1000XM6

The Mark Series 6 headphones just launched, which means their true wireless sibling is likely on the horizon. Here’s our wish list for the Sony WF-1000xM6.

What Hi-Fi?

We asked our readers how they listen to hi-res music, and they have one major priority

We asked our readers how they listen to hi-res music, and they have one major priority – even if there's no consensus on the best method

What Hi-Fi?

Here’s why audiophiles still love Dire Straits’ Brothers In Arms 40 years on

Now look at them yo-yos, that's the way you do it

Android Central

Marshall is getting into home theater with its first soundbar

Marshall is coming out with its first soundbar, the Heston 120, marking its entry into the TV and home theater space after 60 years of making audio gear.

What Hi-Fi?

I love the quality that Tidal offers – but please, make it more user-friendly

Tidal is clearly a great music streaming service. If it could fix some usability issues, it would be absolutely world-beating.

What Hi-Fi?

The rise of small, complete hi-fi systems that are more accessible for newcomers is a great direction for the industry

With everything you need in the box, including cables

Tom’s Guide

Tidal was down — live updates on the outage

It's not just you, Tidal was down — and here are all the latest updates.

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