Ryan Epps is a Staff Writer at Tom's Guide, covering TVs, projectors, and other tech news. During off hours, he's either working on his next YouTube video, playing Dark Souls, or enjoying some strange 90's anime without really knowing what's going on. Ryan has covered tech for two years at Tech Times, as well as entertainment and gaming at Digital Trends, International Business Times, and TheGamer. He's a passionate writer who has loads of short stories and poems in tiny notebooks written since the age of six. Ryan joined Tom's Guide as a Staff Writer at the end of 2023. He graduated from Seton Hall University in 2016 with a BA in English and Creative Writing.
Latest articles by Ryan Epps

I test TVs for a living and I recommend this OLED above everything else
By Ryan Epps published
The Samsung S90F OLED TV has everything going for it: a great price, incredible performance and a stellar list of gaming features.

How to download the Perplexity app on your Samsung TV — and get a free year of Perplexity Pro
By Ryan Epps published
If you're hankering to try the new Perplexity app on your Samsung TV, here's how you can get it up and running.

I tested the Hisense U75QG Mini-LED TV for two weeks — and it’s my go-to gaming TV of 2025
By Ryan Epps published
I’ve tested the Hisense mid-range TV for three years, but the new U75QG might be my favorite so far, thanks to its forward-thinking features and insane luminance.

Samsung just added a big free upgrade to their 2025 TVs — here’s what you can do now
By Ryan Epps published
Samsung TVs just got a new AI app with Perpexity integration, offering users even more ways to answer questions and fuel research on various topics directly on their screen.

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.

Panasonic just stealth-launched a new 77-inch OLED TV — meet the new Z8BA
By Ryan Epps published
Panasonic is adding a new 77-inch OLED TV to its 2025 lineup, aiming to take on LG and Samsung with exceptional picture performance and enhanced audio.

3 ways to stop your Samsung TV from automatically turning on your game console
By Ryan Epps published
Is your console constantly powering on every time you turn on your Samsung TV? I've got a few solutions.

Roku just got a huge upgrade for millions — here's all the new features
By Ryan Epps published
Roku is implementing major changes to its OS, introducing AI voice functionality, live sports updates, a redesigned Live TV Channel, and so much more.

LG C5 vs LG B5: Which OLED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
LG's cheapest OLED TV goes up against one of the brand's most popular value sets in 2025 to see which is the better buy.

Forget Roku — Sharp just launched five new QLED TVs with Dolby Vision starting at just $350
By Ryan Epps published
The new 4K models feature the Xumo interface and support both Dolby Vision and Atmos.

I've played Pokémon Legends: Z-A for 60 hours — and it's my favorite Switch 2 game yet
By Ryan Epps published
Pokémon Legends Z-A completely changes the way I think about battling while also offering a light-hearted adventure through Lumiose City with tons of nods for X and Y fans.

No way! My favorite Hisense Mini-LED TV is still at its lowest price after Prime Day
By Ryan Epps published
The Hisense U8QG makes for an excellent TV upgrade, offering improved audio and some of the best brightness we tested all year.

I review TVs for a living — these are the ones I recommend for watching football, basketball and hockey games this Fall
By Ryan Epps published
We're in the height of Fall sports season right now, and you're going to need a TV that not only makes games look great but has free channels for added utility.

I test TVs for a living — here's the 5 best OLED TVs under $1,000
By Ryan Epps last updated
OLED TVs might come with a hefty premium, but you can still find some great savings at lower sizes if you're in the market for a new TV.

This Samsung TV is under $1,000 right now — and it’s my favorite OLED of the year
By Ryan Epps published
The Samsung S90F is one of the best OLED TVs I've tested all year. Although Prime Day might be over, it's still under $1,000 right now.

These 18 Prime Day PS5 deals are still available — save on PS5 Slim, games, and accessories before it's too late
By Martin Shore last updated
Looking for Prime Day PS5 deals? Here are the best discounts remaining on PS5 games, accessories and more as October Prime Day draws to a close.

10 last-minute big-screen TVs to get before Prime Day ends — save on 75-inch and up on Samsung, Hisense and more
By Ryan Epps published
Give yourself the big screen upgrade you've been longing for with these exciting 75-inch and up TVs slashed for Prime Day.

Last chance! 7 TCL TV deals to grab before Prime Day is up — save over $500 on select Mini-LED TVs
By Ryan Epps published
Looking for a big-screen TCL display? We've got you covered with the best deals on Amazon as Prime Day winds down.

LG’s B5 OLED finally got its first major price cut — and it knocks $800 off my favorite 2025 TV
By Ryan Epps last updated
The incredible B5 OLED TV is down to its lowest price as the sales season closes in, making this the perfect time for a TV upgrade.

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.

Don’t wait! I found 17 Sony TV and audio Prime Day deals knocking up to 50% our favorite tech
By Ryan Epps published
Find your Sony fix with these amazing deals on TVs, audio, and more

8 Hisense TV deals to get this Prime Day — save over 50% across all sizes
By Ryan Epps published
These Hisense TV deals will save you money on large-screen displays with tons of value, knocked down to their lowest in the Prime Day shuffle.

One of my favorite Sony OLEDs is nearly 50% off this Prime Day — and it’s perfect for the PS5
By Ryan Epps published
The Sony A95L OLED is slashed to a new low for Prime Day, making it the perfect TV upgrade for college football and NFL watch parties.
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