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

‘Its picture quality is the star of the show’: This Samsung OLED earned our 4-star rating and just crashed to $897 at Amazon
By Michael Desjardin Published
The Samsung S85F 4K OLED TV delivers incredible picture quality for a much lower price. Right now, you can get the 55-inch S85F for $500 off at Amazon.

Looking to upgrade ahead of the World Cup? These are my 5 favorite 75-inch TV deals right now
By Michael Desjardin Published
A tournament this big deserves to be experienced on a big screen

TCL QM8L vs QM9K: Is the new SQD TV worth it?
By Michael Desjardin Published
The QM9K is one of TCL's best Mini-LED TVs of 2025, but the TCL QM8L is the brand's all-new, Super Quantum Dot (SQD) TV. Here's how they compare — from performance to features and price.

We just tested the Bravia 7 II — here’s why I think it could be the Sony TV to buy in 2026
By Michael Desjardin Published
Sony’s entry-level True RGB TV might end up being the smartest pick of the year

Best Buy's World Cup sale is on — here are the 5 trophy-winning TVs you should check out
By Michael Desjardin Published
I've scoured Best Buy's massive World Cup sale for the best deals on QLEDs, Mini-LED and OLED TVs. Here's what I recommend shopping for if you want to upgrade ahead of the FIFA tournament.

I’m a TV expert, and these are 5 signs your OLED TV might be on its way out
By Michael Desjardin Published
Burn-in, dead pixels and color tinting are just a few of the signs that it might be time to replace your old OLED TV.

5 Google TV features you're probably not using but definitely should
By Michael Desjardin Last updated
Google’s popular smart platform has some tricks up its sleeve

I found the 10 best TV deals at Best Buy’s Memorial Day sale starting from $368
By Michael Desjardin Published
I scoured the Best Buy catalogue and found my 10 favorite deals on OLEDs and Mini-LED TVs this holiday weekend.

Samsung’s Memorial Day sale is live and I found the 7 best TV deals on QLEDs and OLEDs starting from $799
By Michael Desjardin Published
I pored over pages of deals and found my 7 favorite TV deals available at Samsung's Memorial Day sale, including QLEDs and OLEDs.

Best Buy's Memorial Day TV sale is live, and this 55-inch LG OLED for $799 is my favorite deal of the entire event
By Michael Desjardin Published
There are a ton of TV discounts available during Best Buy's Memorial Day sale, but the LG B5 OLED might be the best deal of them all.

The 2026 World Cup is coming — these are my 5 favorite 85-inch TVs to watch the games starting from $799
By Michael Desjardin Published
If you're holding watch parties during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, these are the 85-inch TVs to consider from brands like Hisense, LG and TCL.

3 TV settings to change right now if you want your movies to look the way the director intended
By Michael Desjardin Last updated
Whether you own a cheap TV or a premium set, there are some easy tweaks you can apply to the picture for a more-accurate presentation.

Early Memorial Day TV sales are already live, and I’ve found my 10 favorite deals starting from $369
By Michael Desjardin Published
You don't have to wait for Memorial Day weekend to score a killer TV deal. Shop my 10 favorite deals on OLEDs, QLEDs and Mini-LED TVs from Amazon and Best Buy.

Here comes ‘Super Quantum Dot’ — why you need to watch out for this buzzword if you’re shopping for a TV in 2026
By Michael Desjardin Published
Super Quantum Dot (SQD) TVs are here. Here's what you need to know about SQD TV technology and why they might be worth the price.

There's still time to upgrade your TV before the World Cup, and my top pick is this huge 75-inch Mini-LED TV for just $599
By Michael Desjardin Published
This Best Buy deal brings the 75-inch Hisense U65QF Mini-LED 4K TV down to $599. Here's why it's one of the best TV deals for FIFA World Cup 2026 watch parties.

I’ve spent over a decade testing TVs and these are the only 3 I would buy for under $500
By Michael Desjardin Published
Cheap TVs don't have to be disappointing. As a TV expert, these are the only three 4K TVs under $500 I actually recommend from brands like Hisense and TCL.

The LG C5 is one of my favorite OLED TVs of all time, and right now it's on sale at Amazon for $1,400 off its original price
By Michael Desjardin Published
LG's mid-range marvel is mighty close to its all-time lowest price

My favorite Roku TV combines Mini-LEDs with a simple streaming interface — and it just crashed to $599 during this Amazon deal
By Michael Desjardin Published
Amazon is offering a limited-time deal on the 55-inch Roku Pro Series. It's a 4K Mini-LED smart TV with a powerful and easy-to-use smart platform.

Should you buy a new 2026 TV or save money on a 2025 model? Here's how to shop for a screen like an expert
By Michael Desjardin Published
Many of the best 4K smart TVs from last year are cheaper than ever, but are you missing out by opting for an older model?

I found the 5 best deals on OLED TVs so you won’t feel guilty about indulging in a jaw-dropping picture
By Michael Desjardin Published
I scoured the web for the top OLED TV deals from brands like LG and Samsung. These were the models worth shopping — starting at $649.

I found the 10 top TV deals at Best Buy on OLEDs and QLEDs starting at just $369
By Michael Desjardin Published
Shop my 10 favorite deals on OLEDs and Mini-LED TVs at Best Buy this weekend. Discounts include brands like Hisense, Samsung and TCL.

Looking for a cheap 85-inch screen? This $799, big-screen TV deal is one I’d actually buy
By Michael Desjardin Published
Hisense’s most affordable Mini-LED TV is a perfect fit for home theater enthusiasts on a budget

LG C6 vs Hisense UR9: Should you buy the OLED or RGB LED TV?
By Michael Desjardin Published
LG's popular OLED goes takes on Hisense's flagship RGB Mini-LED TV
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