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

As a TV expert, here’s why I recommend avoiding 60- and 70-inch TVs this Black Friday
By Michael Desjardin published
Shopping for a TV this Black Friday or Cyber Monday? Their price might tempt you, but there are good reasons to avoid 60- and 70-inch 4K TVs.

Best TVs for gaming in 2025: 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.

The best smart TVs for streaming in 2025: QLEDs, OLEDs and Mini-LEDs
By Nick Pino last updated
The best smart TVs for streaming offer quick and easy access to Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, Prime Video and many more.

Motion smoothing for sports — should you enable it on your TV?
By Michael Desjardin published
Many people disable motion smoothing to avoid the dreaded "soap opera effect" when watching shows and movies, but what about sports?

How does AI upscaling work on TVs, and does it actually matter?
By Michael Desjardin published
As brands pack more AI-based enhancements into their TVs — some fully baked, others less so — one feature seems more important than the rest: AI upscaling.

Is Black Friday really the best time to buy a TV? Here's what you need to know
By Michael Desjardin published
Looking to upgrade your TV? Here's what you need to know about Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales and the best time to buy a new TV if you want to save money.

You’ve got just a few hours left to save $1,300 on Samsung’s artful 75-inch TV — and it come with a stylish smart speaker
By Michael Desjardin published
Elevate your living room vibes and save money in the process

I've covered TVs for the last 10 years — here are the best Amazon October Prime Day TV sales for day 2
By Nick Pino last updated
Amazon's October Prime Day event, officially dubbed 'Big Deal Days,' is into its second day, and it's a great time to be shopping for a new TV.

What size TV should you buy?
By Nick Pino last updated
What size TV do I need? Here's how to figure out the right TV screen size you should get and the distance away from your TV you should sit.

I used over a decade of TV expertise to find the 5 best OLED deals this Prime Day starting from $649
By Michael Desjardin published
It's one of the best days of the year to upgrade to OLED

Why wait for October Prime Day? Here are the 7 best deals you can already get on Mini-LED and OLED TVs
By Michael Desjardin published
Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon are already slashing TV prices

Best Buy is already slashing TV prices ahead of Black Friday — here are the 5 best deals to shop right now
By Michael Desjardin published
Why wait for Black Friday? As a Senior TV Editor, I've collected all of the top Best Buy deals on Mini-LED and OLED TVs from brands like LG, Samsung and TCL ahead of the holiday shopping season.

LG’s newest 48-inch OLED TV packs a ton of features into a smaller size — and it just crashed to $699
By Michael Desjardin published
The 48-inch LG B5 OLED TV is on sale for its lowest price to date. Here's why you shouldn't sleep on this Best Buy exclusive.

LG B4 vs LG B5: Is the newer OLED TV worth it?
By Michael Desjardin published
The 2025 LG B5 is one of the most affordable OLED TVs available. But how does it compare to its predecessor, the LG B4? Is it worth spending more on the B5? Here's what you need to know.

Best LG TVs in 2025: 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.

I make a living testing TVs and these are 5 Mini-LED TVs that blew me away this year
By Michael Desjardin last updated
Mini-LEDs are more popular than ever. Here are 5 Mini-LED smart TVs from brands like TCL, Hisense and Samsung that wowed me in 2025, from new, affordable models to premium flagships.

5 diabolically good TVs for watching horror movies and shows in a dark room
By Michael Desjardin published
Spooky season is here, and so it's time to break out the horror movies. Here are 5 smart TVs from brands like TCL, LG and Samsung that are capable of showcasing scary movies and shows in dark rooms.

For OLED TVs, burn-in fears are overblown — here's what you need to know
By Michael Desjardin published
Here are the steps that LG, Samsung and Sony have taken to ensure that their OLED TVs are well-protected against burn-in in 2025.

How to pick the right TV size — your complete guide
By Michael Desjardin published
While 75- and 85-inch TVs have never been more popular, not everyone needs some that big. Here's how to figure out what the perfect 4K TV size is for your home.

I've tested TVs for over a decade — 5 budget 4K TVs that look like a million bucks from $499
By Michael Desjardin last updated
Shopping for a 4K TV on a budget? Here are 5 TVs that offer great picture quality without breaking the bank.

Why wait for Black Friday? This 65-inch Samsung OLED TV is $800 off today
By Michael Desjardin published
Looking to upgrade to an OLED? If you missed Prime Day and can't wait for holiday sales, this 65-inch, 4K Samsung OLED is on sale for $800 off right now.

LG G5 vs Sony A95L: Which OLED TV is best for cinema?
By Michael Desjardin published
The Sony A95L and the LG G5 are not just two of the best 4K OLED TVs you can buy, they're among the best TVs ever made. Here's how their performance and features compare.

Score! This Sony OLED is one of the best-looking TVs I've ever seen and it's $1,500 off right now
By Michael Desjardin last updated
The Sony A95L QD-OLED is one of the best 4K TVs you can buy. Right now, you can get the 65-inch A95L for a whopping $2,000 off its usual price. Here's what to know.
Here at Tom’s Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve!



