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

Best TVs for gaming in 2026: OLEDs and QLEDs for PS5, Xbox Series X, PCs and more
By Michael Desjardin last updated
These are the best TVs for gaming you can buy, whether you play on PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch or a last-gen console.

This Samsung S90F is one of my favorite OLED TVs, and Amazon is knocking $500 off the 55-inch version for a limited time
By Michael Desjardin published
This quantum dot-enhanced OLED is a sight to behold

TCL X11L vs LG G5: Which high-end TV is the better buy?
By Michael Desjardin published
The 2025 LG G5 OLED and the 2026 TCL X11L SDQ Mini-LED TV are two top-level TVs with incredible picture quality. Here's how they compare — from performance to features and price.

You only have one day left to get a 65-inch Samsung OLED TV for just $949
By Michael Desjardin published
Best Buy's top OLED deal isn't long for this world

The RAM crisis came for computers first and now it's coming for TVs — here's why I recommend upgrading while you still can
By Michael Desjardin published
The ongoing RAM crisis could lead to higher 4K TV prices this year. Here's what you need to know, according to an expert.

From QLEDs to OLEDs, here are the 9 best TV deals to pounce on before TV prices take off in 2026
By Michael Desjardin last updated
If I were in the market for a new TV, I’d be looking to buy one as soon as possible.

Best LG TVs in 2026: the best LG OLEDs tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin last updated
From entry-level OLED TVs to flagships, these are the best LG TVs we've reviewed this year.

Panasonic is handing over its TV business to Skyworth — here’s what it means for you
By Michael Desjardin published
Panasonic will now share its TV business for North America and Europe with the Chinese company Skyworth, marking the end of an era for the Japanese electronics brand.

One of my favorite 75-inch Mini-LED TVs has never been cheaper than it is right now, thanks to this limited-time Amazon deal
By Michael Desjardin published
This Hisense TV delivers terrific big-screen performance alongside tons of features

Don't buy a bad OLED TV — here are 3 OLEDs I recommend and 1 that I don’t
By Michael Desjardin published
While most budget-friendly OLED TVs offer tremendous value, some aren't worth buying due to their limited performance.

Here are 5 of the best deals on TVs we've tested and awarded 4 stars or above
By Michael Desjardin published
It's award season, so let's talk about some of our favorite TVs

Amazon is finally rolling out some much-needed upgrades to Fire TV — here’s why I think they could be a game changer
By Michael Desjardin published
Here are all of the devices expected to receive the update, and why I think it could be a huge improvement for TVs like the Hisense U65QF.

This 75-inch Mini-LED TV is bright, packed with features and just crashed to its lowest price ever
By Michael Desjardin published
This Hisense TV delivers terrific big-screen performance alongside tons of features

130-inch TVs are coming in 2026, but their price is going to shock you
By Michael Desjardin published
That escalated quickly

This 55-inch Mini-LED TV for $329 is one of the best TV deals I’ve seen this week
By Michael Desjardin published
Did you miss all of the Presidents' Day TV deals? Don't worry — this 55-inch Mini-LED TV is still available at Best Buy for just $329.

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.
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