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Polk’s new Monitor XT10 compact subwoofer packs power

Can’t read our Polk-er face

14 December 2022 / 12:27 GMT14 December 2022 / 12:28 GMT

Polk MagniFi Max AX SR soundbar adds wireless Atmos audio

Proper positional audio, without the complete surround sound system

6 September 2022 / 09:19 BST6 September 2022 / 09:19 BST

The Polk MagniFi Mini AX is a diminutive Dolby Atmos soundbar

Small size, big noise

15 March 2022 / 18:37 GMT15 March 2022 / 18:38 GMT

Polk’s React soundbar goes big on Alexa

“Alexa, how do I make my telly sound better?”

26 January 2021 / 12:46 GMT5 November 2021 / 02:39 GMT

Polk’s MagniFi 2 soundbar does its best Dolby Atmos impression

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

2 July 2020 / 08:00 BST5 November 2021 / 03:28 GMT

Polk Assist review

Google Assistant smarts are let down by average sound quality

Price: $239.94

11 September 2018 / 17:47 BST16 November 2021 / 19:15 GMT

Alexa finds a home in Polk Audio’s Command Bar

“Alexa, mute Ed Sheeran”

18 May 2018 / 10:43 BST5 November 2021 / 06:51 GMT

Polk Audio’s MagniFi Max SR is a Chromecast-enabled sound bar that delivers 5.1 surround sound

Bring the noise

23 November 2017 / 17:06 GMT5 November 2021 / 07:42 GMT

Polk Audio’s Signa Solo is one of the cheapest soundbars around

Big sound on a budget

28 September 2017 / 10:34 BST5 November 2021 / 07:57 GMT

Mini Polk boombox lets you wear your music on your sleeve

Boom goes the speaker mite!

25 November 2016 / 17:10 GMT16 November 2021 / 18:09 GMT

Best smart thermostat 2025 to keep a close eye on your heating this winter

It’s time to get a proper housewarming present, but which of the best smart thermostats is the right one for you?

21 October 2025 / 17:28 BST21 October 2025 / 17:32 BST

Best cheap phones in 2025 reviewed and rated

We rate the best budget phones from Samsung, Nothing, Google and more, all available for under $450/£450

21 October 2025 / 11:15 BST21 October 2025 / 11:15 BST

Best budget tablets in 2025 for outstanding value

If you’re looking for the ultimate iPad alternatives out there, check out Stuff’s guide to the best budget tablets

20 October 2025 / 17:11 BST20 October 2025 / 17:11 BST

Best budget tablets in 2025 for outstanding value

Best smart lights in 2025 including light bulbs, light strips and more

Let’s shed some light on all the best smart lights worth considering – which one is the top pick for you?

18 October 2025 / 11:00 BST18 October 2025 / 12:10 BST

Best field watches in 2025 from Hamilton, IWC, Tudor and more

Looking for the best field watch? We’re ranked the top models from Hamilton, IWC, Seiko and more

17 October 2025 / 16:32 BST17 October 2025 / 16:32 BST

Best tablets in 2025 for all budgets

We’ve tested the best tablets from Apple, Samsung and more, with top picks for value, performance, and portability

17 October 2025 / 09:35 BST17 October 2025 / 09:35 BST