
Michael Desjardin
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

Samsung QN90F hands-on review: is this the Mini-LED TV to beat in 2025?
By Michael Desjardin published
Not yet ratedWe go hands-on with the Samsung QN90F Mini-LED TV and share some early impressions about specs, design and picture quality.

Save $800 on Sony’s sensational Mini-LED TV during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale
By Michael Desjardin published
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is slashing TV prices, and this Sony Mini-LED TV is one of the best deals you'll find during the sales event. Here's what you need to know about this 4K TV deal.

I review TVs for a living and I'm convinced 3D TVs are poised for a comeback — here's why
By Michael Desjardin published
Brands like Samsung, LG and Sony used to offer 3D TVs. Then they all vanished. Are we about to see a 3D TV comeback?

I'm a TV reviewer — here's the one type of TV I wouldn't buy
By Michael Desjardin published
The way a TV illuminates its picture is mighty important

This new TV breakthrough looks like a game-changer for OLED TVs
By Michael Desjardin published
Researchers just announced a breakthrough in OLED technology that could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient TVs. Here's everything you need to know about circularly polarized OLEDs.

I've been testing TVs for a decade — 5 things to avoid when shopping for a cheap TV
By Michael Desjardin published
You don't have to scrape the bottom of the barrel for a decent, affordable TV

This 55-inch Fire TV just crashed to $249 ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale
By Michael Desjardin published
Here's a TV deal from Amazon that doesn't require you to wait till March 25. Score this 55-inch TV for just $249.

Quick! You have less than 12 hours to get the LG B4 OLED for under $500
By Michael Desjardin published
The LG B4 OLED TV is on sale for its lowest price of the year to date — but it won't last long.

This is the one setting on your HDR TV most people don't know about — here's how to tweak it
By Michael Desjardin published
Many HDR TVs feature a setting called Dynamic Tone Mapping, Active Tone Mapping or Dynamic HDR. Here's what you need to know about these settings, including whether or not you should use them.

I test TVs for a living — and I think the LG B5 OLED could be the value of the year
By Michael Desjardin last updated
The B5, LG's entry-level OLED in 2025, could prove to be the perfect pick for people shopping for a value OLED this year. Here's why.

Samsung DU7200 LED TV review
By Michael Desjardin published
The Samsung DU7200 puts affordability above picture quality. If you care at all about performance and features, you might want to stay away.

Not a typo! This impressive 65-inch OLED is only $999 right now
By Michael Desjardin published
Looking for a fantastic OLED TV with plenty of gaming features? The 65-inch Samsung S85D is on sale right now. Here's what you need to know.

Here's why you should never throw out the box that came with your TV
By Michael Desjardin published
If you have the space to save it, your TV box might come in handy

The TV as we know it is finally changing — and these designs are leading the charge
By Michael Desjardin published
But while additional, competitive lifestyle TVs are a breath of fresh air, what I really want to see is the spirit of The Frame's design approach making its way into top-shelf, high-performing TVs.

Samsung QLED vs OLED: What do you get when you pay a little more?
By Michael Desjardin published
When it comes to Samsung TVs, two types dominate the market

Wow! This 75-inch Mini-LED is just $598 right now at Amazon
By Michael Desjardin published
One of our favorite Mini-LED TVs is getting a price cut at Amazon. Here's why I think it's a terrific TV deal.

LG's 2025 OLED TVs have a secret weapon that could blow away the competition
By Michael Desjardin published
A handful of LG and Panasonic OLED TVs are using all-new technology from LG Display — and I couldn't be more excited. Here's why I think RGB Tandem OLED could be good enough to buy in 2025.

Panasonic's new OLED TV took inspiration from Formula 1 cars to improve performance — here’s how
By Michael Desjardin published
Panasonic's newest OLED TV, the Z95B, features an all-new heat management system inspired by F1 race cars. Here's why ThermalFlow could be a game-changer for OLED TVs.

Samsung DU8000 LED TV review
By Michael Desjardin published
The Samsung DU8000’s price point is the only thing it has going for it: Its picture is too dim, its smart platform can be frustrating and there are no gaming features to hang your hat on.

Blue OLED technology could be the next big breakthrough for TVs
By Michael Desjardin published
Researchers have reportedly developed a new, blue OLED material that could lead to better, longer-lasting OLED TVs. Here's what you need to know.

It looks like the beginning of the end for QD-OLED TVs
By Michael Desjardin published
There are already signs that the industry is getting ready to move on from QD-OLED. And you know what? I’m OK with that.

Sony Bravia 3 vs Samsung Q60D: Which QLED TV wins?
By Michael Desjardin published
The Sony Bravia 3 and the Samsung Q60D are two entry-level, 4K QLEDs that put affordability above all else. Here's what you need to know to choose between them.

Here's how to reset a Samsung TV
By Michael Desjardin published
Get your Samsung TV back to its default factory settings in a matter of minutes
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