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

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.

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.

JBL's new can-sized Grip could be my pick for budget Bluetooth speaker of the year
By Ryan Epps last updated
JBL's new party speaker lineup is stacked with some refreshed picks, like the Boombox and PartyBox, as well as a brand new offering in the budget Grip.

Two high-end media players just launched — and they're from the best company you haven't heard of
By Ryan Epps published
Magnetar is launching a new set of enhanced media players that give you the keys to unbridled entertainment.

I swapped my Sonos Arc Ultra for this LG Dolby Atmos Soundbar — and I'm blown away
By Ryan Epps published
The LG S95AR has some serious kick despite not being a Sonos or Bose system, and makes for an excellent pairing with some of our favorite LG TVs.

NFL season is almost here — 11 best Labor Day TV deals to watch all the big games
By Ryan Epps published
Give your entertainment setup a major boost for the NFL season with these OLED, QLED, and Mini-LED TVs.

I Just Tested the Samsung S90F OLED TV For a Week — And It’s Now My Value Pick of the Year
By Ryan Epps published
After spending a week with the Samsung S90F, I've come to realize the LG C5 isn't the only value OLED on the block.

LG Takes Shots at Samsung's The Frame With New Art Store — Meet LG Gallery+
By Ryan Epps published
LG Gallery+ is LG's answer to Samsung's Art Store, allowing you to share a wide range of art when your TV is in standby mode.

Early Labor Day TV Deals Live — Save Right Now on QLEDs, OLED and Mini-LED TV
By Ryan Epps last updated
It's that time of the year again and the weather cools down, so too do TV prices. I found all the best Fall TV deals you can buy ahead of Labor Day.

3 Ways to Get Free 4K Channels on Your Smart TV
By Ryan Epps published
If you're looking to get yourself some free 4K channels and don't want to pay for them, here's where to look.

Get Your Big-Screen Fix with This 75-inch Roku Pro Series TV — Save $900
By Ryan Epps published
The Roku Pro Series makes for an excellent TV upgrade, especially if you're looking for rich colorful HDR performance, Samsung The Frame-like art deco screensavers, and serious gaming chops.

LG C5 OLED vs Samsung S90F: Which Mid-Range OLED TV is Right for You?
By Ryan Epps published
Two of this year's most popular OLEDs go toe to toe to see which is the better mid-range TV to get in 2025.

Touchdown! This 65-inch TCL TV just got slashed by $600 in time for NFL kickoff
By Ryan Epps published
TCL's QM7K is one of the breakout hits in 2025, offering a slew of gaming features on with brilliant performance.

I finally added an HDTV antenna to my TV and I’m not that impressed — here’s why
By Ryan Epps published
I didn't know what to expect after buying a new TV antenna, but the results are interesting.

Just got an antenna for your TV? Here's how you add channels and set it up
By Ryan Epps published
Accessing your local broadcast TV channels isn't so plug-and-play as you might expect. Here's how to get it all started.

This can’t be real! Amazon just slashed the 65-inch LG C5 OLED by $900 in time for the new football season
By Ryan Epps published
With the NFL season just around the corner, now's the perfect time to get yourself a new OLED TV.

Pragmata is one of the most interesting games I’ve played in years — and its combat is the major highlight
By Ryan Epps published
I recently got to play a short demo of Pragmata at an event in NYC and was blown away by its premise and gameplay.

Forget streaming services — here’s why I'm still buying 4K Blu-rays in 2025
By Ryan Epps published
If you want the best possible sound and picture quality, 4K Blu-rays offer you the best possible fidelity in home entertainment. But they can still be pricey.
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