James Davidson

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

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Panasonic OLED and mini-LED TVs are finally coming to the US – here are 5 reasons you should be excited

By James Davidson published

Two new Panasonic OLED TVs and a mini-LED TV are being released in the US. Here's why that's great news for the US TV market.

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

By Al Griffin last updated

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

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Get a high-end Samsung Dolby Atmos soundbar for cheap with this half-price Labor Day deal

By James Davidson published

The Samsung HW-Q910D is a 9.1.2 channel Dolby Atmos soundbar – and this Labor Day deal slashes the price nearly in half.

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One of this year's best budget mini-LED 4K TVs just hit a record-low price for Labor Day

By James Davidson published

One of our favorite budget mini-LED TVs, the Hisense U7N, has hit its lowest ever price at Amazon for Labor Day.

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Every Amazon Fire Stick has had its price slashed for Labor Day

By James Davidson published

Amazon Fire TV devices have had their prices slashed for Labor Day, so now's your chance to get the best for less

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I love this budget Dolby Atmos soundbar, and this Labor Day deal slashes its price

By James Davidson published

The Hisense AX5125H is easily the best budget Dolby Atmos soundbar system available, and this Labor Day deal at Amazon slashes its already low price even further.

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Here are my top 3 TVs I've reviewed in 2024 so far, from elite OLED to affordable mini-LED

By James Davidson published

There have been some incredible TVs in 2024 so far – these are the best three I've personally reviewed

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

By James Davidson last updated

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

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

By Matt Bolton last updated

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.

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

By Matt Bolton last updated

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

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

By Matt Bolton last updated

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

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Samsung promises free updates for its TVs for 7 years, fixing one of their biggest issues

By James Davidson published

Samsung has revealed that it will commit to 7 years worth of upgrades to its Tizen smart TV platform – a long awaited announcement

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I tested a mid-range OLED and a flagship mini-LED 4K TV side by side – here's what you need to know before you buy

By James Davidson published

What happens when a flagship Samsung mini-LED goes up against a mid-range Panasonic OLED? Both what you would and wouldn’t expect.

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

By Matt Bolton last updated

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 Samsung Q80D is one of our top QLED TVs of 2024 - and it just hit its lowest ever price

By James Davidson published

The Samsung Q80D is already an affordable tour-de-force, but the 55-inch model is now even cheaper than ever before.

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

By Al Griffin last updated

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.

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Sanus VLT7-B2 review: a sturdy, premium tilting wall-mount for TVs of nearly every size

By James Davidson published

Recommended

The Sanus VLT7 serves a large variety of sizes and has good functionality – but it comes at a price

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Want an elite TV for a mid-range price? These 3 sets from last year are awesome and now much cheaper

By James Davidson published

You can save big money by buying a 2023 model-year TV, and in many cases, the features and performance will be equivalent to new TVs.

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

By Matt Bolton last updated

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.

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The best 85-inch TVs for 2024: huge 4K and 8K TVs worth buying

By Matt Bolton last updated

Updated The best 85-inch TVs give a new meaning to the word ‘large’. But if you can fit one in your home, which are the best options?

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TCL Nxtframe TV arrives in the US – here are 4 ways it beats Samsung's Frame TV, and 1 it doesn't

By James Davidson published

The TCL Nxtframe has arrived and it looks set to take on the Samsung Frame for title of best ‘Art TV’ – and on paper (or canvas), it looks like it could beat it

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Google TV Streamer price leak reveals a big price hike over Chromecast, but it still undercuts the Apple TV 4K

By James Davidson published

The new Google TV Streamer is set to be a rival to the Apple TV 4K, and a pricing leak suggests it will be cheaper – but there'll be a price jump over the Chromecast.

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Hisense U6N review: a plucky, budget mini-LED 4K TV that demonstrates good value

By James Davidson published

The Hisense U6N won't dethrone more premium mini-LED sets any time soon, but it offers mini-LED backlighting for cheaper than any other TV

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The best 32-inch TV for 2024: small screens for any budget

By James Davidson last updated

The best 32-inch smart TVs offer excellent value for many, with compact sizing and affordable pricing that small TVs can offer.

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Major UK retailer says its 4K and Blu-ray sales are rising, and it should be a wake-up call for ad-riddled streaming sites

By James Davidson published

HMV confirms its physical media sales are on the rise – are we finally seeing people steer away from the ever price-increasing streaming giants?