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HISTORICAL FACTS: Wiim - The Untold Story

WiiM's new soundbar adds a Samsung-beating front display –at a Sonos-busting asking price

The WiiM Bar features a compelling display, plus is competitively priced

'We definitely are also analog people': WiiM's CEO talks to us about developing its first soundbar, Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, why it doesn't support Apple AirPlay 2, and balancing digital audio expertise with analog output

WiiM and Linkplay CEO Dr. Lifeng Zhao speaks to TechRadar about developing its first soundbar, Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, why it doesn't support Apple AirPlay 2, and balancing digital audio expertise with analog output

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WiiM launches its first ever Dolby Atmos soundbar – and its sights are set on Sonos

“Cinematic immersion and the audiophile-grade music performance"

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'We don't want to make a legacy AVR': WiiM's first soundbar is the same price as the Sonos Beam, but it's bigger, beefier and has real upfiring drivers for Dolby Atmos — and we talked to WiiM's CEO about it

WiiM's first soundbar is a 3.0.2 system that can be expanded to 5.1.2 —and possibly more.

TechRadar

Pro-Ject just launched a tiny box to turn any passive speakers wireless that attaches to the binding posts, and brings them into the Sonos-rivaling WiiM ecosystem — and there's a streamer box for hi-fi amps too… but Apple users should probably pass

Pro-Jet’s two new wireless dongles further push WiiM as a huge Sonos rival for hi-fi fans

TechRadar

‘Dolby Atmos with headroom to spare’ — my afternoon with Denon’s 'Sonos-busting' trio of wireless speakers (and why WiiM should also be worried)

Denon launched 'Sonos-busting' 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers — think multiple drivers, all-stereo presentation, multi-room smarts, and chic looks

TechRadar

WiiM Sound vs Apple HomePod 2: which wireless speaker deserves a place in your home?

Can Apple’s three-year-old HomePod 2 cling on to its crown?

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WiiM Sound

WiiM enters the wireless speaker market with a HomePod-rivalling design, ample streaming features and the promise of powerful and detailed sound.

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This budget brand's upcoming streaming products are directly aiming for WiiM's crown

Majority is taking on WiiM at its own game

What Hi-Fi?

12 of the most exciting products I saw at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026

Hi-fi highlights from this year's showcase

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In For Review: KEF's new active speakers, LG's modular Dolby Atmos surround sound system, and Audio-Technica's flagship turntable

5 very different products that we are excited to test this month

What Hi-Fi?

WiiM Sound Lite vs Sonos Era 100: I let these Wi-Fi speakers slug it out, and the showdown was far closer than I ever would have imagined

I pit WiiM’s Lite Wi-Fi speaker against the Sonos Era 100, but which will come out on top: spacious sound or outrageous bass?

TechRadar

WiiM Amp Ultra

The Wiim Amp Ultra is a compact, feature-packed unit that’s lovely to use and sounds decent, too.

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I tested WiiM’s Wi-Fi speaker against the Sonos Era 100 – here’s which I think is worth buying

I tested the WiiM Sound and Sonos Era 100 side by side to see which offers the best sound.

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My bedside Sonos Move 2 has just been unseated by this smart speaker with a screen

My faithful bedside smart speaker has just been unseated by a more helpful and engaging sonic performer. But what is it?

TechRadar

WiiM's first ever wireless speaker hits (almost) all the right notes

Buy the Sound on WiiM, would you? I support you – although I'd always recommend reading this review first…

Tom’s Guide

My home streaming system isn't made by Sonos — and it even tracks my music history

I love being able to stream music to every device in my house with one app — and I really like how it tracks my listening stats.

WiiM's Sonos-rivalling smart speaker now has a more wallet-friendly sibling

The WiiM Sound Lite offers a compelling package at a lower price point.

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The WiiM Sound Lite smart speaker arrives with no screen or remote, but a lower price

At just £229, the Sound Lite is £70 cheaper than the full-fat WiiM Sound

TechRadar

WiiM just unveiled the ultimate Sonos Era 100 rival — meet the hi-res Sound Lite

The WiiM Sound Lite is a stylish hi-res smart speaker for whole-home audio

This Hi-Fi streamer is a serious rival to WiiM’s all-in-one

The Arylic LP100 takes aim at the WiiM Ultra, offering wider compatibility and an integrated phono stage

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The best Black Friday hi-fi deals on five-star products: Award-winning turntables, stereo amplifiers, speakers and more

We're tracking all the biggest discounts live

Want a fancy new streaming amplifier to up your audio quality game? Here are the 3 best for all budgets

Improve your audio game for the better with one of these streaming amps

What Hi-Fi?

Apple HomePod 2 vs WiiM Sound: what's the difference between these two smart speakers?

How does Apple's established smart speaker fare against WiiM's confident newcomer?

What Hi-Fi?

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2025: JBL is still the portable king, while Apple and Audio Pro cement their wireless speaker credentials

The wireless world rarely stands still

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