Michael Desjardin is a Senior Editor for TVs at Tom's Guide. He's been testing and tinkering with TVs professionally for over a decade, previously for Reviewed and USA Today. Michael studied media production and screenwriting at Emerson College. He loves cooking, zoning out to ambient music, and getting way too invested in the Red Sox. He considers himself living proof that TV doesn't necessarily rot your brain.
Latest articles by Michael Desjardin

These are the 7 best TVs we’ve seen at CES 2026, from OLEDs to Micro RGBs
By Michael Desjardin published
From new OLEDs to eye-popping Micro RGB TVs, these are the best new TVs we've seen at CES 2026 from brands like Hisense, LG, Samsung and TCL.

Hisense TV lineup 2026: new RGB Mini-LED TVs and a huge Micro-LED upgrade
By Michael Desjardin published
Hisense is back at CES 2026 with a lineup of new TVs that includes new RGB Mini-LED TVs (like the UR9 and UR8) and a new Micro-LED TV (dubbed the 163MX). Here's what we know.

Samsung TV lineup 2026: new OLEDs, Micro RGB TVs and Neo QLEDs announced at CES
By Michael Desjardin published
At CES, Samsung unveiled its 2026 TV lineup, which includes 4K OLEDs, Neo QLEDs and all-new Micro RGB TVs.

Will 8K TVs finally take over in 2026?
By Michael Desjardin published
With CES right around the corner, 8K resolution is back in the minds of TV-shoppers and A/V enthusiasts alike

As a TV expert, this is what I hope to see from Sony TVs in 2026, including True RGB technology and cheaper Bravia prices
By Michael Desjardin published
With CES on the way, here's a wish list of what I want to see from Sony Bravia TVs in 2026, including cheaper Mini-LED TVs and more information about True RGB technology.

As a TV expert, this is what I hope to see from LG TVs in 2026, from cheaper OLEDs to new features
By Michael Desjardin published
With CES on the way, here's a wish list of what I want to see from LG TVs in 2026, including cheaper OLEDs and upgrades to its C Series OLED TV.

Samsung TVs in 2026: Here's what I expect from OLED, Micro RGB and more
By Michael Desjardin published
With CES on the way, here's a wish list of what I want to see from Samsung TVs in 2026, including cheaper Mini-LED TVs and new Micro RGB TVs.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over — should you buy a new TV now or wait?
By Michael Desjardin published
The unofficial start to the holiday shopping season has come and gone and many of the best TV deals are gone. Does that mean you should wait until after the holidays to buy a TV? Here's what to know.

Can Hisense and TCL overtake Samsung and Sony in 2026? Here’s how the landscape of TVs could change next year
By Michael Desjardin published
Making Mini-LED TVs more affordable will be a key challenge for Samsung and Sony next year if they want to compete with Hisense and TCL.

Sony 'True RGB' TVs are coming — and they could be an OLED-killer
By Michael Desjardin published
Sony recently trademarked the name "True RGB" for use in TVs. Here's what we think this technology could be, and why it might be the next big thing for TVs.

I tested Bixby and Perplexity on Samsung TVs — and I never want to use them again
By Michael Desjardin last updated
AI on Samsung TVs is a big-time bummer right now

We tested Panasonic’s new OLED TV — here’s why you should stick with the LG C5
By Michael Desjardin published
Panasonic just launched the all-new, 77-inch Z8BA OLED TV (TV-77Z8BAP), and we've had a chance to test it. Here's how it stacks up to the competition, including the LG C5 OLED.

I’ve tested countless OLEDs in my career — here are the 5 mistakes to avoid when setting up an OLED TV
By Michael Desjardin published
As with all TVs, there are basic steps you can take when setting up an OLED TV to ensure that it looks its best and lasts a long time. As a TV expert, here are some common mistakes.

We just tested Amazon's newest Fire TV — and you should definitely wait to buy it
By Michael Desjardin published
We've tested the all-new, 2025 version of the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED, and one thing is clear: You should wait to buy it. Here's what a TV expert has to say about Amazon's newest smart TV.

QD-OLED vs. WOLED: Which TV tech is really the best value?
By Michael Desjardin published
OLED TVs come in a few different varieties but one of them tends to be cheaper

Hisense U75QG vs Hisense U8QG: Which Mini-LED TV is the better deal?
By Michael Desjardin published
A refreshingly simple matchup between two super-similar TVs

OLED vs Micro-LED: Which TV technology will win?
By Michael Desjardin last updated
Will Micro-LED ever replace OLED at the top of the TV food chain?

As a TV expert, these are the 5 mistakes I see people make when shopping for a TV on Black Friday
By Michael Desjardin published
Shopping for a TV this holiday shopping season? These are the biggest mistakes I see people make when shopping TV deals on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

As a TV expert, here’s why I recommend avoiding 60- and 70-inch TVs this Black Friday
By Michael Desjardin published
Shopping for a TV this Black Friday or Cyber Monday? Their price might tempt you, but there are good reasons to avoid 60- and 70-inch 4K TVs.

Motion smoothing for sports — should you enable it on your TV?
By Michael Desjardin published
Many people disable motion smoothing to avoid the dreaded "soap opera effect" when watching shows and movies, but what about sports?

How does AI upscaling work on TVs, and does it actually matter?
By Michael Desjardin published
As brands pack more AI-based enhancements into their TVs — some fully baked, others less so — one feature seems more important than the rest: AI upscaling.

Is Black Friday really the best time to buy a TV? Here's what you need to know
By Michael Desjardin published
Looking to upgrade your TV? Here's what you need to know about Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales and the best time to buy a new TV if you want to save money.

LG B4 vs LG B5: Is the newer OLED TV worth it?
By Michael Desjardin published
The 2025 LG B5 is one of the most affordable OLED TVs available. But how does it compare to its predecessor, the LG B4? Is it worth spending more on the B5? Here's what you need to know.
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