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

Forget Dolby Atmos — Samsung and Google’s Eclipsa Audio just got a huge upgrade
By Ryan Epps published
Eclipsa Audio 2.0 is already in the works, offering increased channel support and improved object tracking, plus a new certification will make it easier to integrate across devices.

Hisense U75QG vs TCL QM7K: Which mid-range Mini-LED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
The Hisense U75QG and TCL QM7K are two of the best Mini-LED TVs you can buy right now, but you might be wondering which has the best features and performance.

The new Amazon Fire TV Stick doesn't have VPN support, but these 3 streaming devices do
By Ryan Epps published
The new Amazon Fire TV 4K Select doesn't come with VPN support, but I found the best alternatives so you can leverage services like NordVPN.

Best OLED TVs in 2025 tested: Our top picks from LG, Samsung and more
By Nick Pino last updated
OLED TVs are the pinnacle of TV technology and a huge upgrade compared to old LED-LCD TVs. Ready to embrace the future? Here are the best OLED TVs we've tested in 2025.

Best 75-inch TVs of 2025: Tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin last updated
In addition to a huge screen, the best 75-inch TVs offer great features and top-notch performance.

I test TVs for a living and I recommend this OLED above everything else
By Ryan Epps published
The Samsung S90F OLED TV has everything going for it: a great price, incredible performance and a stellar list of gaming features.

How to download the Perplexity app on your Samsung TV — and get a free year of Perplexity Pro
By Ryan Epps published
If you're hankering to try the new Perplexity app on your Samsung TV, here's how you can get it up and running.

I tested the Hisense U75QG Mini-LED TV for two weeks — and it’s my go-to gaming TV of 2025
By Ryan Epps published
I’ve tested the Hisense mid-range TV for three years, but the new U75QG might be my favorite so far, thanks to its forward-thinking features and insane luminance.

Samsung just added a big free upgrade to their 2025 TVs — here’s what you can do now
By Ryan Epps published
Samsung TVs just got a new AI app with Perpexity integration, offering users even more ways to answer questions and fuel research on various topics directly on their screen.

The best smart TVs for streaming in 2025: QLEDs, OLEDs and Mini-LEDs
By Nick Pino last updated
The best smart TVs for streaming offer quick and easy access to Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, Prime Video and many more.

Panasonic just stealth-launched a new 77-inch OLED TV — meet the new Z8BA
By Ryan Epps published
Panasonic is adding a new 77-inch OLED TV to its 2025 lineup, aiming to take on LG and Samsung with exceptional picture performance and enhanced audio.

3 ways to stop your Samsung TV from automatically turning on your game console
By Ryan Epps published
Is your console constantly powering on every time you turn on your Samsung TV? I've got a few solutions.

Roku just got a huge upgrade for millions — here's all the new features
By Ryan Epps published
Roku is implementing major changes to its OS, introducing AI voice functionality, live sports updates, a redesigned Live TV Channel, and so much more.

LG C5 vs LG B5: Which OLED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
LG's cheapest OLED TV goes up against one of the brand's most popular value sets in 2025 to see which is the better buy.

Forget Roku — Sharp just launched five new QLED TVs with Dolby Vision starting at just $350
By Ryan Epps published
The new 4K models feature the Xumo interface and support both Dolby Vision and Atmos.

I've played Pokémon Legends: Z-A for 60 hours — and it's my favorite Switch 2 game yet
By Ryan Epps published
Pokémon Legends Z-A completely changes the way I think about battling while also offering a light-hearted adventure through Lumiose City with tons of nods for X and Y fans.

I review TVs for a living — these are the ones I recommend for watching football, basketball and hockey games this Fall
By Ryan Epps published
We're in the height of Fall sports season right now, and you're going to need a TV that not only makes games look great but has free channels for added utility.

What size TV should you buy?
By Nick Pino last updated
What size TV do I need? Here's how to figure out the right TV screen size you should get and the distance away from your TV you should sit.

Samsung S90F vs Samsung S90D: Which Samsung OLED TV is Right for You?
By Ryan Epps published
If you're deciding between Samsung's 2024 and 2025 OLED model, I've put the two to the test to see which offers the best value and upgrades for the price.

Best Samsung TVs in 2025 from budget 4K QLED TVs to premium 8K TVs
By Nick Pino last updated
From high-end to budget-friendly, these are the best Samsung QLED 4K smart TVs we've reviewed.

I test TVs for a living and found the 7 best smart TVs for streaming in Fall 2025
By Ryan Epps published
These TVs will get you hooked up to Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more in time for the spooky season and the holidays thereafter.

LG TVs are getting a big free upgrade — here's all the new features coming to your TV
By Ryan Epps last updated
LG is keeping up with its webOS Re:New Program, launching its newest firmware, webOS 25, on older TVs to keep them feeling fresh and new.

I test TVs for a living and found the perfect TV setup for those on a budget
By Ryan Epps published
If you're looking to save money and space on a TV upgrade, I've got the perfect setup to make everything feel right at home.
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