Ryan Epps
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
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I just tested the LG UR9000 and I’m slightly underwhelmed
By Ryan Epps published
LG’s UR9000 lacks the premium upgrades and performance that other TVs at its price point are leveraging, but it might work for folks as a secondary screen.
![C3 OLED on stand in living room with burn-in](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bcphubCcmJ3YTr6Jpo3VGV-320-80.jpg)
New breakthrough could fix the biggest problem with OLED TVs
By Ryan Epps last updated
We might soon see an end to the dreaded OLED burn-in that has plagued such displays following a breakthrough out of the University of Cambridge.
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This best-selling Amazon Fire QLED TV just got even better with a $180 discount
By Ryan Epps published
This Amazon Fire TV comes equipped with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Alexa all built on a QLED panel at an unbeatable price.
![LG TV with webOS 24 on screen in living room](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Mkb9zTL8toN6re9pY3pkrD-320-80.jpg)
LG is holding webOS24 hostage for a year before older TVs get the update
By Ryan Epps published
LG might be intentionally delaying software updates on older OLED TVs to make newer models more appealing.
![Hisense U7K on stand deal post](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K5r3dD2eHWnpNr2jAPdX3L-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Big Spring Sale — 9 TV deals I recommend right now
By Ryan Epps published
These TVs won't break the bank and come at the perfect time as the basketball craze of March Madness begins.
![LG C3 OLED on stand deals post](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7CHmTTBrSQ4GWG6nrZjGkZ-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Big Spring Sale — 3 LG OLED TV deals I'd get right now
By Ryan Epps published
Experience entertainment the right on a LG OLED TV that doesn't break the bank.
![LG QNED TV for 2024 in 98-inch size with family watching in living room](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/px823tnzqnpHn8bFMjE2dL-320-80.jpg)
LG is quietly switching panels on its 2024 QNED TVs — why it's a big deal
By Ryan Epps published
LG is set to leverage different panel types for its 2024 QNEDs, specifically the 98-inch QNED89T and potentially more in that range.
![LG G4 OLED next to LG G3 OLED](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/W49Zjw76bPJVjd7JFJiudD-320-80.jpg)
I just experienced the LG G4 OLED TV and I'm dismayed
By Ryan Epps published
The upcoming G4 OLED TV is the star of LG’s 2024 TV lineup, but its premium price and lackluster AI enhancements make me wish for more.
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TCL’s next Mini-LED TV could blow away Samsung and Hisense — here’s how
By Ryan Epps published
With TCL gearing up to release its flagship 2025 X11H early in China, reports suggest the Mini-LED TV could have brightness specs that beat some Samsung models.
![A hand holds a Roku remote in front of a TV with the Roku home screen.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/th8EAeXgnzojxVKZVhcsKM-320-80.jpg)
Thousands of Roku accounts hacked including credit cards — what you need to know
By Ryan Epps published
Roku released a notice highlighting a widespread data breach hitting as many as 15,000 customers, with stolen credit cards and password information now out in the wild.
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‘Shogun’ and ‘Tokyo Vice’ successes expose a big gap in streaming services — and it’s time to fix it
By Ryan Epps published
The star of both ‘Tokyo Vice’ and ‘Shogun’ aren’t the faces on the posters but Japan itself — and that calls for some much-needed emulation.
![Hisense U8K Mini-LED TV with basketball](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3CquaLe5Uu43622oMEPXhb-320-80.jpg)
Best TVs for March Madness — OLED, QLED, and Mini-LED top picks
By Ryan Epps published
As the basketball extravaganza of March Madness fast approaches, you’ll want a stellar display to keep up with the action-packed thrill ride. Here are some recommendations for top March Madness TVs.
![Roku TV on stand in living room](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6aLikqpQgkbSxjcmRWfmza-320-80.jpg)
Your Roku will stop working unless you agree to its new terms — what to know and how to get around it
By Ryan Epps published
Roku is rolling out new guidelines on its dispute policies, which is leaving users unable to use devices until they agree to the new terms.
![Samsung S95C OLED TV](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZW4ZjyfpcZgoDQnmcw6YLK-320-80.jpg)
Samsung 2024 OLED TVs could have a huge difference depending on model — what you need to know
By Ryan Epps published
Samsung is set to release a variety of OLED TVs this year with differing panel technologies, and consumers won’t be able to choose.
![Sennheiser Momentum 4 with deals post tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xbGxF7MQPPeEHjAMPpM8dd-320-80.jpg)
Surprise! Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones are at their lowest price on Amazon
By Ryan Epps published
One of the best headphones across our testing is now at its lowest sticker price on Amazon, making the Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones a must buy.
![Epson LS800 projector showing football games on wall](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mVstSVtw2UNP9rUPNKZha-320-80.jpg)
This is the brightest projector I’ve ever tested — and it might be the best, too
By Ryan Epps published
At $3,500, Epson’s LS800 might well be one of the very best UST projector’s on the market thanks to its 4,000 lumens of brightness and killer gaming specs.
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‘Blue Giant’ isn’t just for jazz fans — it’s the best anime film coming to streaming this year
By Ryan Epps published
As an avid jazz enjoyer and anime enthusiast, ‘Blue Giant’ was a raw escape into the world of blues in Japan and you don’t have to love the music to appreciate this animated experience.
![TCL QM89 Mini-LED TV on wall in living room](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R7UBceJMRNhqQwJfm62Jjh-320-80.jpg)
Most exciting 2024 TVs — all the coolest LG, Samsung, Hisense, and TCL TVs this year
By Ryan Epps published
2024 is set to bring some truly amazing TV tech to our living spaces, but which among them are truly the most worthwhile?
![LG G4 OLED against the LG G3 OLED](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/p9bD4z9djotxTNLGFArgrb-320-80.jpg)
LG G4 OLED vs LG G3 OLED: Which OLED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
LG’s two G-model OLED TVs go out in a brawl of tech, price, and design to see which is the better premium display this year.
![LG C4 OLED at CES vs LG G4 OLED lifestyle image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4doRBcc754DZBXVdzrtvqG-320-80.jpg)
LG C4 OLED vs LG G4 OLED: Which TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps last updated
Should you get the more expensive LG G4 OLED or pick the more wallet-friendly C4 option this year?
![LG QNED TV for 2024 in 98-inch size with family watching in living room](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/px823tnzqnpHn8bFMjE2dL-320-80.jpg)
LG TV 2024 lineup: All the new OLED and QNED TVs coming this year
By Ryan Epps last updated
LG has announced its 2024 TV lineup to include new models, like the Signature M4 OLED with powerful AI enhancements.
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What to watch in March 2024: 17 new movies and shows coming to Netflix, Hulu and more
By Kelly Woo published
Our guide on what to watch in March 2024 include 'The Regime,' 'X-Men ‘97' and Taylor Swift
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Google Chromecast free update finally makes it easy to use headphones — here’s how
By Ryan Epps published
With Fast Pair and audio switcher, Chromecast users can now use compatible headphones with ease thanks to this new free update.