Ryan Epps is a Staff Writer at Tom's Guide, covering TVs, projectors, and other tech news. During off hours, he's either working on his next YouTube video, playing Dark Souls, or enjoying some strange 90's anime without really knowing what's going on. Ryan has covered tech for two years at Tech Times, as well as entertainment and gaming at Digital Trends, International Business Times, and TheGamer. He's a passionate writer who has loads of short stories and poems in tiny notebooks written since the age of six. Ryan joined Tom's Guide as a Staff Writer at the end of 2023. He graduated from Seton Hall University in 2016 with a BA in English and Creative Writing.
Latest articles by Ryan Epps

Best Roku devices 2026
By Ryan Epps last updated
These are the best Roku devices we recommend for upgrading your home TV setup based on price, performance, and features.

I just tried the new Sharp Aquos QLED TV and it’s an unremarkable mess
By Ryan Epps published
Picture performance woes, including washed-out colors, blooming, and visual noise, coupled with a frustrating TV interface, make the Sharp Aquos QLED TV hard to recommend.

TVs are getting more expensive in 2026 — but it's not because of improvements in picture quality
By Ryan Epps published
An expert is claiming the RAM crisis has wrapped its tendrils around the 2026 TV marketplace, and it could lead to more expensive TVs.

Best projectors of CES 2026 — XGIMI, AWOL, Samsung and more
By Ryan Epps published
Meet the projectors of tomorrow, today

AWOL launches new Aetherion series projectors with PixelLock technology for 4K image purity
By Ryan Epps published
AWOL is releasing two new UST projectors in the Aetherion Max and Aetherion Pro, which are built on new PixelLock technology.

Google TV just got even better with some big upgrades through Gemini
By Ryan Epps published
Google just announced a string of awesome updates to Gemini on Google TV, including the ability to create videos with Veo, make settings changes with your voice, and more.

TCL TV lineup 2026: new SQD Mini-LED enhancement, Mini-LED TVs, and an RGB Mini-LED TV
By Ryan Epps published
TCL is taking a backseat to all the RGB Mini-LED talk with its own SQD Mini-LED TV that aims to be even better than its competition.

Sylvox launches new frameless outdoor TV with ‘screen-first’ look at CES 2026
By Ryan Epps published
The Sylvox Frameless series is the world's first outdoor TV with nearly zero borders, offering an experience that feels like your favorite entertainment is floating right in front of you.

The one TV feature no one is talking about, but we expect EVERY company to announce at CES
By Ryan Epps published
AI energy optimization will become standard across 2026 TVs

Samsung unveils Freestyle+ projector with AI features you'll actually use
By Ryan Epps published
Samsung is releasing a brand-new Freestyle projector that combines portability with advanced AI for hassle-free entertainment and immersion wherever you watch.

The coolest piece of tech I bought all year was the DXP4800 Plus — here’s why it’s a game changer
By Ryan Epps published
My new Ugreen NAS is a lifesaver, saving me tons on cloud storage while allowing me to access my videos wherever in the world.

CES 2026 could change TVs forever — here's what to expect
By Ryan Epps published
The war between top TV makers will rage on in 2026 as most begin the rollout of Micro RGB and RGB Mini-LED models. Their first stop is CES.

Just got a brand-new Samsung TV? Enable these 4 features and settings now for the best performance
By Ryan Epps published
Here are a few additional Samsung TV tweaks that can improve audio and picture quality in games and entertainment.

I went hands-on with the new Fire TV Stick 4K Select and the new Vega OS is a sidegrade and not the upgrade Amazon needed
By Ryan Epps published
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select might offer 4K performance, but the new Vega OS it’s built on leaves many fundamental features on the cutting room floor.

Forget OLED — this new laser projector beams a whopping 300-inch image with 6,000 nits of brightness
By Ryan Epps published
Hisense is launching a new exciting set of projectors at CES 2026, and they could give next year's OLED TVs a run for their money.

I played tons of games on TVs this year — here's the top gaming TVs worth buying for your PS5, Xbox, Switch and more
By Ryan Epps published
Just got a new console for the holidays and want a new TV to go with it? Here are your best options.

The most important TV tech of 2025 wasn’t OLED or Mini-LED
By Ryan Epps published
Although OLED and Mini-LED advancements were out in force this year, the spotlight was on the ways TVs have evolved in design and features.

I tested the best HDMI 2.1 TVs and these are the 5 I recommend right now
By Ryan Epps last updated
On one of the best TVs with HDMI 2.1 connectivity, Xbox Series X, PS5, and PC gaming is pushed to its fps limits.

Hisense U65QF vs TCL QM6K: Which budget Mini-LED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
Two of this year's most inexpensive Mini-LED TVs face off to see which is truly worth your hard-earned dollar.

How to fix a bad picture on your new TV in 5 minutes
By Ryan Epps published
Don't live with shoddy picture performance by leaving your TV as is right out of the box. Change these few settings to get the most mileage out of your brand-new TV.

I just tested the Amazon Omni QLED TV for one week — and it’s not the TV you want to buy for the holidays
By Ryan Epps published
The 2025 Fire TV Omni QLED is a tough sell in a market flooded with cheaper TVs offering better performance.

Fire TV devices just got a major Alexa+ upgrade that lets you jump to your favorite movie scene — here's how it works
By Ryan Epps published
A new update to Alexa Plus now lets you dive into your favorite movie moments with a simple phrase, so you can watch 'An offer you can't refuse' over and over again.

These are the 3 best streaming devices we've tested for your TV
By Ryan Epps published
The best streaming devices give you instant access to Hulu, Disney Plus, Max, and more with a multitude of alternative features.
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