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

Home Theater Helpdesk: My TV is slowing down, is it time to buy a new one?
By Michael Desjardin published
How can you tell when your TV is tapped out?

Samsung QN90F vs Samsung S90F: Which TV is the better buy?
By Michael Desjardin published
Here's how Samsung's top-shelf Mini-LED TV stacks up against its mid-range OLED

The LG C5 OLED is one of my favorite TVs ever, and right now it's 48% off in Best Buy's Presidents' Day sale
By Michael Desjardin published
The LG C5 OLED TV, one of my favorite TVs of the last few years, is on sale for almost 50% off as part of Best Buy's Presidents' Day sale. Here's why it's one of the best Presidents' Day TV deals.

I'm a TV expert — change these 3 settings to get the best picture quality on your TV now
By Michael Desjardin last updated
Take a few minutes to improve your TV's performance

One of my favorite LG OLEDs is back down to its Black Friday price of $599, and it’s one of the best Presidents’ Day TV deals I’ve seen this week
By Michael Desjardin published
The LG B5 is the perfect OLED for budget-conscious shoppers

The best TV deal I’ve seen ahead of Presidents’ Day weekend is this 65-inch Samsung OLED for $899
By Michael Desjardin published
This stunning 55% discount is downright silly

Is direct sunlight damaging your TV? Here’s what you need to know
By Michael Desjardin published
Sunbeams are nice for cat naps, but what about your TV screen?

Best OLED TVs in 2026 tested: Our top picks from LG, Samsung and more
By Nick Pino last updated
OLED TVs are the pinnacle of TV technology and a huge upgrade compared to old LED/LCD TVs. Ready to embrace the future? Here are the best OLED TVs we've tested as of 2026.

Don't wait for Presidents' Day sales — this 65-inch LG OLED TV is 50% off right now
By Michael Desjardin published
The LG B5 is one of the top-value OLED TVs you can buy right now, and the 65-inch B5 is $1,000 off at Best Buy ahead of Presidents' Day.

Black Friday in February! One of the best 65-inch Mini-LED TVs you can buy just crashed to its lowest price ever
By Michael Desjardin published
This might be the best TV deal I'll see all week: Amazon is running a limited-time offer on one of the best 65-inch Mini-LED TVs you can buy: the Hisense U8QG.

I've been reviewing TVs for over 10 years — here are 5 TV settings you should change now for the best Super Bowl picture
By Michael Desjardin published
The secret to a better-looking football broadcast lies in your TV's settings menu. Here are the five TV settings to change before Super Bowl LX kicks off — from motion smoothing to color temperature.

Looking for a last-minute deal before the Super Bowl? This is my favorite affordable TV you can still get today in most stores
By Michael Desjardin published
If you're heading out the door today to buy a brand-new TV ahead of the Super Bowl, keep an eye out for my favorite mid-range Mini-LED TV in stores right now: the TCL QM7K.

TCL’s “Super QLED” TV is the new king of color — here’s what our test results say
By Michael Desjardin published
While brands like Hisense, LG and Samsung are gearing up to launch 2026 RGB LED TVs, TCL is releasing a new take on a Mini-LED-powered QLED. The TCL X11L SQD TV is here — and we've already tested it.

One of the best affordable 75-inch TVs just hit its lowest price of $599 ahead of the Super Bowl
By Michael Desjardin published
Shopping for a big-screen TV ahead of the Super Bowl? This last-minute, limited-time Amazon TV deal will score you one of best entry-level Mini-LED TVs for just $599.

It’s the beginning of the end of 8K TVs, but that’s OK — these will be the 4K TVs to shop in 2026
By Michael Desjardin published
In 2026, 8K TVs are an endangered species. If you're in the market for a high-end, cutting-edge display, these new 4K TVs might be the next-best thing this year.

Best 55-inch TVs of 2026: Our top 3 picks based on our testing
By Nick Pino last updated
We've found the best 55-inch TVs from our dozens TV reviews, highlighting the best performance, values and features on the market.

The one Roku TV I would actually buy just crashed to $799 on Amazon — and it comes with an upgraded voice remote
By Michael Desjardin published
It's the best of both worlds: the simplicity of Roku with the power of Mini-LEDs

This 75-inch Mini-LED TV for $599 is the best big-screen Super Bowl deal I'd actually buy
By Michael Desjardin published
Looking for one of the best Super Bowl TV deals available today? This 75-inch Mini-LED TV is one of the best big-screen TV deals you can get right now.

OLED TVs are getting brighter and cheaper in 2026 — here’s what you need to know before shopping
By Michael Desjardin published
OLED SE is here

LG C6 vs LG C5: Is the newest OLED TV worth it in 2026?
By Michael Desjardin published
LG's latest mid-range marvel is almost here

It’s been nearly 5 years since I bought an LG OLED TV — will these 3 gripes stop me from buying another?
By Michael Desjardin published
Life with the LG C1 has been full of ups and downs

Are you using the wrong port for your soundbar or console? Here’s what you need to know about your TV’s HDMI ports
By Michael Desjardin published
Are you making the most of your soundbar, streaming stick or gaming device? Here's what to know about ARC, eARC and each of the HDMI 2.0 or 2.1 ports on your TV — including when to use them.

I've been testing TVs for over a decade — here's my favorite TVs under $1,000
By Nick Pino last updated
The best TVs under $1000 offer the performance of top-dollar TVs without the giant price tags.
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