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

I tested the best HDMI 2.1 TVs and these are the 5 I recommend right now
By Ryan Epps last updated
On one of the best TVs with HDMI 2.1 connectivity, Xbox Series X, PS5, and PC gaming is pushed to its fps limits.

Hisense U65QF vs TCL QM6K: Which budget Mini-LED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
Two of this year's most inexpensive Mini-LED TVs face off to see which is truly worth your hard-earned dollar.

How to fix a bad picture on your new TV in 5 minutes
By Ryan Epps published
Don't live with shoddy picture performance by leaving your TV as is right out of the box. Change these few settings to get the most mileage out of your brand-new TV.

I just tested the Amazon Omni QLED TV for one week — and it’s not the TV you want to buy for the holidays
By Ryan Epps published
The 2025 Fire TV Omni QLED is a tough sell in a market flooded with cheaper TVs offering better performance.

Fire TV devices just got a major Alexa+ upgrade that lets you jump to your favorite movie scene — here's how it works
By Ryan Epps published
A new update to Alexa Plus now lets you dive into your favorite movie moments with a simple phrase, so you can watch 'An offer you can't refuse' over and over again.

These are the 3 best streaming devices we've tested for your TV
By Ryan Epps published
The best streaming devices give you instant access to Hulu, Disney Plus, Max, and more with a multitude of alternative features.

Millions of Roku users just got a major free upgrade — here's what you can do now
By Ryan Epps published
The Roku mobile app is getting a slew of major enhancements, including a new gesture control scheme that will make on-screen navigation much easier.

TV buying season is here — 4 hidden TV specs that actually matter this Black Friday
By Ryan Epps published
Looking for your next big Black Friday TV deal? Here are a few specs to help you weed out the duds and find a new TV worth upgrading to.

I just tested the Samsung QN90F and it's a great OLED alternative for bright rooms
By Ryan Epps published
RecommendedBut it doesn’t come cheap

Should you buy a refurbished TV this Black Friday — 2 reasons for, and 3 against
By Ryan Epps published
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals starting to heat up, refurbished TVs could be the gateway to some serious savings, but there are a few things to consider.

This new Roku projector beams a ginormous 150-inch picture for under $200
By Ryan Epps last updated
Aurzen is launching a second projector with Roku OS built on a 1080p resolution with Doly Audio, Apple AirPlay, and auto keystone for increased ease-of-use.

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.

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
Editor's ChoiceI’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
Editor's ChoicePokémon 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.
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