Latest articles by Michael Desjardin
The LG C5 OLED is 5-star TV — but I would buy this instead
In our review of the LG C5 OLED TV, we called it "nearly flawless." However, despite its excellent performance and robust set of features, its predecessor, the LG C4, is a better buy. Here's why.
I went hands-on with Hisense's newest Mini-LED TV — and it could be the best of the year
Not yet ratedI spent time with the Hisense U8QG Mini-LED 4K TV, the successor to the award-winning U8N. Here are my hands-on first impressions.
8K TVs just got one step closer to extinction — Sony has exited the market
Sony just confirmed that it is discontinuing its Z9K 8K TV, which means Sony is bowing out of the 8K TV market. Here's why that's bad news for the future of 8K.
Is this the beginning of the end of HDMI? Here’s what you need to know about GPMI
Hisense and TCL are teaming up to offer an alternative to HDMI
I’m a TV reviewer — and this is the one design trend I’m getting tired of
For TVs, matte displays are all the rage. But what makes them different than glossy TV screens, and which should you buy?
Samsung QN90F hands-on review: is this the Mini-LED TV to beat in 2025?
Not yet ratedWe go hands-on with the Samsung QN90F Mini-LED TV and share some early impressions about specs, design and picture quality.
I review TVs for a living and I'm convinced 3D TVs are poised for a comeback — here's why
Brands like Samsung, LG and Sony used to offer 3D TVs. Then they all vanished. Are we about to see a 3D TV comeback?
I'm a TV reviewer — here's the one type of TV I wouldn't buy
The way a TV illuminates its picture is mighty important
This new TV breakthrough looks like a game-changer for OLED TVs
Researchers just announced a breakthrough in OLED technology that could lead to brighter, more energy-efficient TVs. Here's everything you need to know about circularly polarized OLEDs.
I've been testing TVs for a decade — 5 things to avoid when shopping for a cheap TV
You don't have to scrape the bottom of the barrel for a decent, affordable TV
This is the one setting on your HDR TV most people don't know about — here's how to tweak it
Many HDR TVs feature a setting called Dynamic Tone Mapping, Active Tone Mapping or Dynamic HDR. Here's what you need to know about these settings, including whether or not you should use them.
I test TVs for a living — and I think the LG B5 OLED could be the value of the year
The B5, LG's entry-level OLED in 2025, could prove to be the perfect pick for people shopping for a value OLED this year. Here's why.
Samsung DU7200 LED TV review
The Samsung DU7200 puts affordability above picture quality. If you care at all about performance and features, you might want to stay away.
Here's why you should never throw out the box that came with your TV
If you have the space to save it, your TV box might come in handy
The TV as we know it is finally changing — and these designs are leading the charge
But while additional, competitive lifestyle TVs are a breath of fresh air, what I really want to see is the spirit of The Frame's design approach making its way into top-shelf, high-performing TVs.
Samsung QLED vs OLED: What do you get when you pay a little more?
When it comes to Samsung TVs, two types dominate the market
LG's 2025 OLED TVs have a secret weapon that could blow away the competition
A handful of LG and Panasonic OLED TVs are using all-new technology from LG Display — and I couldn't be more excited. Here's why I think RGB Tandem OLED could be good enough to buy in 2025.
Panasonic's new OLED TV took inspiration from Formula 1 cars to improve performance — here’s how
Panasonic's newest OLED TV, the Z95B, features an all-new heat management system inspired by F1 race cars. Here's why ThermalFlow could be a game-changer for OLED TVs.
Samsung DU8000 LED TV review
The Samsung DU8000’s price point is the only thing it has going for it: Its picture is too dim, its smart platform can be frustrating and there are no gaming features to hang your hat on.
Blue OLED technology could be the next big breakthrough for TVs
Researchers have reportedly developed a new, blue OLED material that could lead to better, longer-lasting OLED TVs. Here's what you need to know.
It looks like the beginning of the end for QD-OLED TVs
There are already signs that the industry is getting ready to move on from QD-OLED. And you know what? I’m OK with that.
Sony Bravia 3 vs Samsung Q60D: Which QLED TV wins?
The Sony Bravia 3 and the Samsung Q60D are two entry-level, 4K QLEDs that put affordability above all else. Here's what you need to know to choose between them.
Here's how to reset a Samsung TV
Get your Samsung TV back to its default factory settings in a matter of minutes
