Latest articles by Michael Desjardin
As a TV expert, these are the 5 mistakes I see people make when shopping for a TV on Black Friday
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
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?
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?
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
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?
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.
For OLED TVs, burn-in fears are overblown — here's what you need to know
Here are the steps that LG, Samsung and Sony have taken to ensure that their OLED TVs are well-protected against burn-in in 2025.
How to pick the right TV size — your complete guide
While 75- and 85-inch TVs have never been more popular, not everyone needs some that big. Here's how to figure out what the perfect 4K TV size is for your home.
LG G5 vs Sony A95L: Which OLED TV is best for cinema?
The Sony A95L and the LG G5 are not just two of the best 4K OLED TVs you can buy, they're among the best TVs ever made. Here's how their performance and features compare.
Enough is enough — it’s time for Samsung to put Dolby Vision on its TVs
With Dolby Vision 2 on the way, it's time for Samsung to put Dolby Vision HDR support on its OLED, QLED and Mini-LED TVs. But how likely is it to actually happen?
As a TV expert, these are the 5 TV settings that annoy me the most — and how to disable them
Your TV should spark joy, not frustration
As a TV expert, here are the 3 features I look for instead of shopping by brand
Shopping for a 4K TV? Don't put your hard-earned dollars towards one that disappoints. Here are some important features to look for instead of shopping by brand name.
I test TVs for a living — here are 3 reasons I’d splurge on OLED over a cheap TV
Some of the best TVs you can buy are OLED TVs, but even the cheapest OLED TVs cost more than the average LED TV. Here are three ways in which OLED TVs are worth the extra money.
Samsung, LG and Google have nothing on Roku — here’s why it’s still my favorite streaming platform in 2025
This is as close as we've come to a Platonic ideal of streaming
Is the new, affordable Sonia Bravia 2 QLED worth buying? Here's my take as a TV expert
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 Sony Bravia 2 II QLED TV, including how it compares to the 2024 Bravia 3.
Don’t believe your eyes when shopping for a TV in person — here’s why
If you're planning on shopping for a 4K TV in person at stores like Best Buy, Walmart and Costco, there are a few things you should know ahead of time.
5 Common Mistakes People Make When Buying a New TV (and How to Avoid Them)
Take it from a TV expert: You don't want to make these mistakes when shopping for a new TV.
5 simple ways to extend your TV's life — expert tips from a TV reviewer
Take it from a TV expert: These are 5 easy ways to extend the life of your smart TV.
Here Comes RGB Mini-LED: What You Need to Know About the Next Big Thing for TVs
One major advantage over OLED
This 116-inch RGB Mini-LED TV just went on sale — and it's the brightest we've ever tested
You might want to sit down for its price
I'm a TV expert, and there's one button I miss having on remote controls
The latest 4K smart TVs are packed with features, but there's one button I wish I could still find on my remote control.
