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

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.

Samsung TVs just got a huge gaming upgrade — no subscription required
By Ryan Epps published
Samsung's adding even more games and making its Gaming Hub a place to bring the whole family together — and you won't even need a gaming controller.

Google TV Streamer vs Apple TV 4K: Which streaming device wins?
By Ryan Epps published
Google's new TV Streamer goes toe-to-toe Apple's prominent set-top box to see which among them is worth your hard-earned dollars.

LG G5 vs Sony Bravia 8 II: Which flagship OLED TV wins?
By Ryan Epps published
As two of the most premium OLED TVs in 2025, the LG G5 and Sony Bravia 8 II boast the most epic metrics and features you can buy in a display. But which one is truly your best option?

New Apple TV 4K biggest upgrades just leaked ahead of launch
By Ryan Epps published
Rumors continue to circulate on the next iteration of the Apple TV 4K, which is now said to boast an A17 Pro chip, gifting it access to Apple Intelligence.

I review TVs for a living and these are affordable back-to-school TV deals I'd actually buy for my dorm room
By Ryan Epps published
Budget TVs and smaller sizes are the way to go when on the hunt for a back-to-school display, and I've found a good range of options that will ace all your pre-reqs.

This is a steal! Walmart just slashed this 75-inch Samsung The Frame by $1,200
By Ryan Epps published
This 75-inch Samsung The Frame is the perfect upgrade over your boring blank screen, adding a touch of personality even when the TV's powered down.

I test TVs for a living and I'd happily pay more for this one feature — but it isn't OLED
By Ryan Epps published
It feels like TV speakers are just getting worse every year, but I'd be willing to pay even more to get better performance out of my TV's audio.

Roku just installed Howdy on your device without you knowing — here's how to get rid of it
By Ryan Epps published
Roku's Howdy has officially launched on devices and TVs, but you never clicked download. Here's how you can get rid of it.

No Way! Walmart just slashed all its Vizio TVs — and one of our favorite models is at its lowest price
By Ryan Epps published
The Vizio Quantum Pro is one of our favorite Vizio TVs and you can get the 65-inch model for under $800 right now.

Hisense U8QG vs. TCL QM8K: which Mini-LED TV is right for you?
By Ryan Epps published
Is the Hisense U8QG a standout Mini-LED TV, or will TCL's flagship reign supreme?

Sony TVs are getting a big upgrade with Android 14 — here's the new features and who gets it
By Ryan Epps published
Android 14 is bringing some massive upgrades to Google TV on Sony displays with the Realtek chip, like performance boosts and special energy modes.

The Sony Bravia 10 is the TV I'm most excited to see in 2026 — and it could make OLEDs look obsolete
By Ryan Epps published
Sony's new RGB Mini-LED TV is just around the corner, and it could outshine other 2026 sets with its impressive performance.

Sonos speakers just got a major update — but it's caused a whirlwind of confusion
By Ryan Epps published
Days of a Reddit standoff over a recent patch to Sonos speakers have culminated in a positive spin for Sonos users. But boy, did it get weird.

Sony Just Beat LG, Samsung and Panasonic in OLED TV Shoot-Out — There's Just One Problem
By Ryan Epps published
The Sony Bavia 8 II was the star of Value Electronics' recent TV shootout against LG, Samsung, and Panasonic flagships, but what does this crowning mean for everyday TV buyers?

The Sony Bravia 5 is slashed by $100 on Amazon right now — but you should buy this TV instead
By Ryan Epps published
While the Sony Bravia 5 Mini-LED TV is a great deal, why spend all that money when you can get a more advanced display for just a smidge more?

Not a typo! All 5 of these OLED TVs are under $1,000 in massive sale
By Ryan Epps last updated
There are quite a few OLEDs available right now at steep discounts.
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