Nick Pino heads up the TV and AV verticals at Tom's Guide and covers everything from OLED TVs to the latest wireless headphones. He's a Level 1 Certified THX Home Theater Professional, and has attended classes on TV and audio calibration. On Tom's Guide, he looks after some of the site's important buying guides like the best TVs, best OLED TVs, best 4K TVs, so most of his day is spent watching and evaluating new screens from LG, Samsung, Sony, Hisense, TCL and Vizio. (And yes, he knows how lucky he is to say that.) He was formerly the Senior Editor, TV and AV at TechRadar (Tom's Guide's sister site) and has previously written for GamesRadar, Official Xbox Magazine, PC Gamer and other outlets over the last decade. He got his start on Best Buy's official video game magazine, @GAMER, for whom he attended his first E3 in 2013. He's served as a judge for CES' prestigious Innovation Awards and has attended the tech conference in Las Vegas since 2014. He has a computer science degree from the University at Buffalo and still resides in the Buffalo area. (Go Bills!) Not sure which TV you should buy? Drop him an email or tweet him on Twitter and he can help you out.
Latest articles by Nick Pino

Best OLED TVs in 2025 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 in 2025.

Best budget TVs of 2025: 3 TVs we've tested that look great and don't break the bank
By Nick Pino last updated
Our best budget TV guide can save you hundreds of dollars when you don't have thousands to drop on a new display.

Best 75-inch TVs of 2025: Tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin last updated
In addition to a huge screen, the best 75-inch TVs offer great features and top-notch performance.

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.

Best TVs with ATSC 3.0 tuners
By Nick Pino last updated
A roundup of the best TVs with built-in NextGenTV hardware.

Feel like you’re on the sidelines this NFL season with these 12 must-own pieces of gear
By Nick Pino published
Feel like you're on the field with JA17 and the Bills with these 12 pieces of MVP-level gear.

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.

The big game in a bigger room: upgrade your home theater for football season with these 12 editor-approved picks
By Nick Pino published
Want some higher-end gear to impress your friends and family? I've got 12 recommendations to elevate your game day experience.

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.

The big game on a budget: 12 gadgets you need to host NFL games this season
By Nick Pino published
In this guide, we'll look at all the game-day essentials: a good TV, a soundbar, some lighting and, crucially, a good antenna.

Best Samsung TVs in 2025 from budget 4K QLED TVs to premium 8K TVs
By Nick Pino last updated
From high-end to budget-friendly, these are the best Samsung QLED 4K smart TVs we've reviewed.

How much should you spend on a new TV? Here’s what you get for $500, $1,000 and $1,500
By Nick Pino last updated
Not sure how much to spend on a new TV? We've put together a guide to what you can expect to get in return for your hard-earned bucks.

Best 85-inch TVs in 2025: we've tested QLEDs, OLEDs and Mini-LEDs
By Michael Desjardin last updated
The best 83- and 85-inch TVs for when you want a larger-than-life picture

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.

These are the only 3 gadgets I bought when I became a dad — and one's less than $30
By Nick Pino published
If you want to save yourself a boatload of time and worry, these are the three well-reviewed gadgets I recommend you pick up for help with your newborn.

The best Google TVs of 2025
By Nick Pino last updated
Looking to link your Google account to your TV? This guide has all the best Google-powered smart TVs from Sony, Hisense and more.

I’ve waited a long time for this AirPods Pro 3 feature — now it’s finally here
By Nick Pino published
Live translation is the killer app of the AirPods Pro 3

Best 55-inch TVs of 2025 tested: Our top picks from LG, Samsung, Hisense and more
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 best Roku TVs in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin, Ryan Epps last updated
Roku TVs are a dying breed, but they're not gone yet. Here are the best TVs you can buy with the built-in Roku smart platform.

Best 43-inch TVs in 2025: Expert tested and rated
By Nick Pino last updated
These 43-inch TVs fit in smaller spaces while still delivering a great viewing experience for movies and games.

The best 8K TVs: Prepare for the future with these top Ultra-HD models
By Ryan Epps last updated
Although 8K TVs are a dying breed, there are some awesome models to consider, like the QN990F and LG QNED MiniLED 99.

The best TVs under $1000 in 2025
By Nick Pino last updated
The best TVs under $1000 offer the performance of top-dollar TVs without the giant price tags.

Dolby Vision 2 HDR is coming — and Hisense TVs will be the first to have it
By Nick Pino published
Dolby has created one of the most universally supported HDR formats in the world — and now, it’s ready to roll out its successor, Dolby Vision 2.
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