Articles by 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

There's no escaping smart TV ads, as Google TV adds them into its once ad-free 'apps-only' mode

By James Davidson published 30 October 24

Google TV introduces banner ads into its 'apps-only' mode, which was previously ad-free, in a number of European countries.

The best soundbars for 2024: TV audio upgrades for all budgets

By Matt Bolton last updated 29 October 24

Updated From budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.

The best 4K Blu-ray players 2024: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts

By James Davidson last updated 28 October 24

Streaming services are popular, but there's no better way to watch movies than with the best 4K Blu-ray players.

Sony UBP-X700 on white stand listing image

Sony UBP-X700 review: a brilliant budget player that's great for Dolby Vision

By James Davidson published 26 October 24

Recommended

The Sony UBP-X700 is a great 4K Blu-ray player with a superb picture and a good number of features at a price that won't break the bank.

Samsung HW-Q990D soundbar with Halloween theme over the top

Looking to upgrade your Halloween movie marathon? Here are 3 soundbars sure to give you an extra scare

By James Davidson published 26 October 24

Horror movies can be all the more scary with proper sound, so here are three soundbars that could add some scares to your Halloween movie marathon.

The Samsung S90C against a blue background

The best 65-inch TV 2024: big screens for every budget

By Matt Bolton last updated 25 October 24

Updated We pick out the best 65-inch 4K TVs to complete your home theater setup, no matter how much you want to spend.

Black Friday 65-inch TV deals 2024: when do they start and what deals to expect

By James Davidson last updated 25 October 24

As Black Friday approaches, we're compiling the best 65-inch TV deals you can find into this guide.

Best OLED TV 2024: stunning sets from LG, Sony and Samsung

By Matt Bolton last updated 24 October 24

With infinite contrast and phenomenal picture quality, the best OLED TVs will change how you experience your favorite movies and shows.

The best 120Hz 4K TVs 2024, ideal for PS5 and Xbox Series X

By Matt Bolton last updated 24 October 24

Updated Next-gen console owner? A TV with an HDMI 2.1 port will unlock its true 120fps potential. Here are our best 120Hz 4K TV picks.

TCL S5400 and Toshiba LF2F53DB side by side with butterfly on screen

I tested two 32-inch TVs side-by-side, and you can get a budget bargain if you know where to look

By James Davidson published 20 October 24

After putting two cheap 32-inch TVs side-by-side, I realised there's more going on than meets the eye.

The iPad Mini 7 next to a DJI Air 3S drone, and the Amazon Fire TV Stick

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from the Apple iPad Mini 7 launch to the major Amazon Kindle refresh

By Hamish Hector published 19 October 24

ICYMI here's the biggest tech news stories from Apple, Amazon, DJI, and more for October 19, 2024.

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The best gaming TV for 2024: TVs for PS5 and Xbox Series X

By Matt Bolton last updated 18 October 24

Updated Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.

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The new Xbox Series X offers a cheaper version without the 4K Blu-ray player disc drive – could we be seeing the loss of another Trojan horse for cinephiles?

By James Davidson published 17 October 24

With Microsoft's latest Xbox Series X not including a disc drive as standard, 4K Blu-ray has suffered another blow.

Best TVs for sound 2024 hero image with the Sony Bravia 8

The best TVs for sound 2024: from Sony, Panasonic, Hisense and more

By Al Griffin last updated 16 October 24

Buying Guide The best TVs for sound bring you theater-style audio to match their picture performance without adding soundbars or the hassle of a surround system.

Samsung TVs’ free update to One UI is already happening – here are the changes coming to TVs

By James Davidson published 15 October 24

Samsung's One UI software, which is used in its phones, is being rolled out to its TVs far earlier than expected, making interface and design upgrades and changes.

I didn't care for Dolby Atmos music, but this one mind-blowing experience made me a believer

By James Davidson published 13 October 24

I was not a believer in Dolby Atmos music, but a trip to Dolby's Atmos production studio changed my mind.

The best TV 2024, chosen by our reviewers for all budgets

By Al Griffin last updated 10 October 24

Top OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.

The best 40, 42 and 43-inch TVs for 2024

By Matt Bolton last updated 10 October 24

Updated The best 40- to 43-inch TVs hit that sweet spot between small and large-scale TV displays, and can deliver high-end picture quality, or can hit super-affordable prices.

Cheap TV deal image with Hisense U6N, Samsung Q60D and Sony Bravia 3

Get a TV for under $500 this Prime Day – including Sony, Hisense and Samsung

By James Davidson published 9 October 24

You don't need to spend a fortune to get a good TV - as these Prime Day deals show

Sonos' surprisingly powerful cheap soundbar just had its price slashed for Prime Day – it's a great deal

By James Davidson published 9 October 24

The Sonos Ray is a compact bar with great sound, and this Prime Day deal makes it more affordable than ever.

I test gaming TVs for a living, and these are the best cheap gaming OLED TV deals during Prime Day

By James Davidson published 9 October 24

LG's OLED TVs make for perfect gaming companions – and these are the best deals available on select models

Want a big TV for cheap? These 4 Prime Day deals are just what you're looking for

By James Davidson published 8 October 24

You can get a 75-inch TV for cheap this Prime Day - and these four deals are some of the best you'll find today.

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I test OLED TVs for a living and these are the 4 best Prime Day deals I've found

By James Davidson published 8 October 24

OLED TV deals are all around for Prime Day and these offers on OLEDs from LG, Samsung and more are not to be missed.

Amazon Fire TV Sticks are back to their lowest-ever price for Prime Day – including both 4K models

By James Davidson published 8 October 24

Amazon's ever popular range of TV streaming devices, the Fire Stick, is on sale now - with record-low prices on every model.

This Samsung Dolby Atmos soundbar is one of the best I've ever tested – and its price has just been slashed for Prime Day

By James Davidson published 8 October 24

The phenomenal Samsung HW-Q990D, the best of Dolby Atmos soundbars, gets a $400 discount.

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