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

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.

I played an hour of Pokémon: Legends Z-A and I can’t wait to dive back in
By Ryan Epps published
Pokémon Legends Z-A is everything I hoped for in a return to Lumiose city with enticing new battles and adventures that are a step above Scarlet and Violet.

I just tested the Samsung S90F OLED and it’s my favorite TV of the year — but it’s not perfect
By Ryan Epps published
The Samsung S90F offers brilliant color volume and a superb string of gaming features, but it’s not without a few caveats.

I test TVs for living and found all the best Fall TV deals on OLED, Mini-LED and more
By Ryan Epps last updated
It’s the perfect time for a TV upgrade as prices drop just like the leaves amid the Fall season, with massive savings on QLEDs, OLEDs, and Mini-LED TVs.

Silent Hill f is one of the most disturbing games I’ve ever played — a must-play horror thrill ride
By Ryan Epps published
As a Silent Hill fan, I was hesitant about the series' revival with Silent Hill f, but I’m happy to report it’s one of the finest horror experiences I’ve played in a long time.

Projector vs 85-inch TV: Which big screen should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
Looking to enhance your entertainment setup with a big-screen upgrade, but unsure if a projector or an 85-inch TV is the right call? I break down the pros and cons to help you decide.

Sony Bravia 8 II vs Panasonic Z95B: Which OLED TV wins?
By Ryan Epps last updated
The Sony Bravia 8 II was marked as the King of OLEDs in 2025, but the Panasonic Z95B might have something to say about that.

Nothing Ear (3) hands on — third time's a charm
By Ryan Epps published
Not yet ratedNothing has updated its earbuds with stellar ANC improvements and tons of personalized settings, but audio quality still needs some work.

Surprise! Roku's first projector is already slashed by $70 on Amazon
By Ryan Epps published
Launched just a day prior, the Roku projector is already seeing a discount, allowing you to access the Roku ecosystem on a massive 150-inch screen.

Panasonic Z95A vs Panasonic Z95B: Which OLED TV wins?
By Ryan Epps published
The Panasonic Z95A was a smash hit and big surprise last year, but the Z95B only amplifies its performance, making this an interesting faceoff.

Roku just launched its first projector with a whopping 150-inch size — and it's just $249
By Ryan Epps published
Roku's newest projector is the first in its new line to bring solid performance in a portable package, and more will follow suit.

I tried the Epson LifeStudio Plus projector for a week — here’s how it went
By Ryan Epps published
The Epson Flex Plus is here to steal the limelight, offering serious picture quality with a robust set of features.

Apple tvOS 26 is here — all the biggest upgrades and changes you can try right now
By Ryan Epps published
Apple's redesigned tvOS 26 looks super clean and offers slick new features. Here's what you can do on the new update.

I test TVs for a living — here are my 5 favorite OLED TVs for PS5 gaming
By Ryan Epps published
Get the best possible picture performance for all your PS5 gaming with these OLED TVs.

This must be a typo! Amazon just slashed this 55-inch Samsung The Frame 4K TV by $700
By Ryan Epps published
You don't see deals like this every day! Samsung's 2024 Frame just hit its lowest price yet, netting you gorgeous picture performance on a screen built to look like a painting.

Best streaming devices in 2025
By Ryan Epps last updated
The best streaming devices give you instant access to Hulu, Disney Plus, Max, and more with a multitude of alternative features.

Is the Sony Bravia 8 II really the King of OLEDs? I tested the set for two weeks to find out
By Ryan Epps published
Anecdotally, the Sony Bravia 8 II looks great in person, but its performance numbers fall short of its competitors, and it’s pricey for the features it offers.

No way! Best Buy just slashed this 65-inch Sony OLED TV by $600 just in time for the NFL season
By Ryan Epps published
The Bravia 8 is a renowned OLED with numerous features built upon Sony's commitment to cinematic excellence.

One of my favorite gaming TVs of 2025 just crashed to a new low — and it's perfect for NFL watch parties
By Ryan Epps published
The Hisense U7QG is a stellar value Mini-LED TV loaded with tons of awesome gaming features and serious brightness.

TCL's new QM9K Mini-LED TV just gave us our first glimpse of a remote-less future — this is how you might control your next TV
By Ryan Epps published
TV remotes could soon be a thing of the past thanks to a new sensor on the TCL QM9K. Who needs them anyway?

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.

I just went hands-on with the TCL QM9K — and it's one of TCL's most powerful TVs yet
By Ryan Epps last updated
Not yet ratedTCL is stealth launching a new Mini-LED in the QM9K, which offers its most robust set of features and highest specifications out of its 2025 TV lineup.
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