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Stephen Withers

@stephenwithers

Stephen Withers is a freelance TV reviewer with more than ten years of experience writing for major tech publications. As a lifelong film fan, he’s embraced the evolution of display technology from Full HD to 4K, HDR and beyond. He’s also a professional video calibrator, allowing him to keep abreast of the latest developments and innovations while ensuring people get the very best picture quality out of their new TVs and projectors.

Recent articles by Stephen Withers

Philips Fidelio FB1 review - main image

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: A bass-heavy single-box solution

The eye-catching Philips Fidelio FB1 manages to conjure up deep bass without a separate subwoofer

Published : 16 Jan 2023

£799 inc VAT

Samsung BU8500 review - main image

Samsung BU8500 review: An excellent mid-range performer

The Samsung BU8500 delivers decent pictures and extensive features at an affordable price

Published : 13 Dec 2022

£849 inc VAT

LG Z2 OLED review - lifestyle

LG Z2: It’s not cheap, but this 8K beauty delivers

The LG Z2 proves there’s more to 8K than just extra pixels, with amazing processing, comprehensive smarts and extensive gaming features

Published : 9 Dec 2022

£11999 inc VAT

Samsung Sero review: A TV for the TikTok generation

The appeal of the Samsung Sero lifestyle TV will depend on how you watch content, but there’s no denying it looks cool

Published : 1 Dec 2022

£1599 inc VAT

Samsung S95B (QE65S95B) review: Quantum-powered OLED beauty

The S95B is an impressive return to the OLED TV market for Samsung and benefits enormously from the use of quantum dot technology

Published : 29 Nov 2022

£2799 inc VAT

LG UP75 (43UP7500) review: A wallet-friendly 4K option

The LG UP75 offers plenty of features at an affordable price but fails to deliver in some key areas

Published : 29 Nov 2022

£399 inc VAT

Sony A80J review: A first-class all-rounder

The Sony A80J is a mid-range marvel that delivers great pictures and extensive features at an affordable price

Published : 29 Nov 2022

£1299 inc VAT

Hisense A6G review: A well made 4K TV

The Hisense A6G is a well-made 4K TV delivering solid performance at a very competitive price

Published : 3 Nov 2022

£399 inc VAT

LG S95QR review - lifestyle image

LG S95QR review: An immersive multi-channel soundbar system

The LG S95QR ups the ante by adding a centre height channel to the company’s flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar

Published : 18 Aug 2022

£1699 inc VAT

Sony VPL-XW5000ES review - main image

Sony VPL-XW5000ES review: A laser-powered beauty

The Sony XW5000 projector manages to reach a previously unattainable price point for a native 4K laser beamer

Published : 16 Aug 2022

£5999 inc VAT