
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

Forget OLED TVs — this ultra short throw projector can hit 4,000 lumens at 120 inches
By Ryan Epps published
The ultimate for entertainment

GTA 6 trailer live reactions — there's so much to unpack
By Dave LeClair, Ryan Epps, Scott Younker last updated
GTA 6's new trailer is here, and the internet is digging in to find all the hidden details.

Roku Streaming Stick Plus review: A slimmed-down 4K HDR powerhouse
By Ryan Epps published
Roku's 4K/60fps streaming stick is back at a more affordable price with loads of awesome enhancements built off the back of its beloved interface.

Roku users hit with washed-out HDR content — here’s what we know so far
By Ryan Epps published
Seeing washed-out colors on your Roku device? It’s because of a new software update that’s muddying HDR, and Roku’s working on a fix.

Wireless TVs are on the rise and could be the future of displays — here's why they're both good and bad
By Ryan Epps published
TVs have started to go wireless. But is the technology worth the added expense, and should more TV makers follow suit?

Cloud gaming services hit LG TVs — but they can’t replace my console
By Ryan Epps published
TV makers are pushing hard into the world of cloud gaming, but can these services replace my console? I don't think so.

The best Roku TVs in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin, Ryan Epps last updated
Roku TVs are a dying breed, but they're not gone yet. Here are the best TVs you can buy with the built-in Roku smart platform.

7 tips and tricks to make your Fire TV even better
By Ryan Epps published
So you just got a Fire TV and want to make it even better? Follow these steps to get the best performance and settings from the TV or streaming device.

Forget OLED TVs — I tested this laser projector that beams a 150-inch image in beautiful HDR
By Ryan Epps published
I love TVs but this triple laser projector from Hisense slated for debut later this year is the display I'm most excited for.

Samsung QN990F vs Samsung QN900D: Which 8K QLED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
With the Samsung QN990F Neo QLED TV launching, we wanted to know how this 8K TV compares to its predecessor. Our QN990F vs QN900D face-off finds out.

I just tested this cheap LG QNED TV — and it's miles behind Hisense and TCL
By Ryan Epps published
The LG QNED80T is the most affordable QNED TV in LG’s 2024 lineup, and unfortunately, its edge-lighting limitations hold it back in the face of tough competition.

Nebula just launched a new outdoor 3,500-lumen projector — and it’s totally liquid cooled
By Ryan Epps published
Nebula is gearing up to launch one of the best projectors that leverages liquid cooling to beam cinematic-quality images on your patio, outside deck, or backyard.

This Blu-ray rival could save 8K TVs from oblivion
By Ryan Epps published
One of the best 4K Blu-ray replacements has joined the 8K association, which could herald a new era of 8K content.

I wasn't a huge fan of Rainbow Six Siege until I played its new mode — and now I'm hooked
By Ryan Epps published
Rainbow Six Siege always kept me at bay due to its complicated gameplay, but the new updates are set to give it the spark it needs.

7 tips and tricks to make your Samsung TV even better
By Ryan Epps last updated
Samsung's built-in interface, Tizen, is incredibly complex but here we break down on the ways you can make it work better for your entertainment setup.

7 tips and tricks to make your LG TV even better
By Ryan Epps published
Improve the webOS experience on your LG TV with these tips and tricks to streamline the interface and optimize performance.

HDMI 2.1 vs HDMI 2.2: Biggest differences explained and when you should upgrade
By Ryan Epps published
With the arrival of HDMI 2.2, many might be curious how much of an upgrade it offers and if it's even worth getting a new set of cables over HDMI 2.1.

The best HDMI 2.1 TVs
By Nick Pino 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.

LG TVs are about to show ads based on your emotions — here's how
By Ryan Epps published
Ads on LG TVs are set to get even more invasive as soon they could become tailored to your psyche.

3D TVs could be about to make a big comeback — here's how
By Ryan Epps published
Samsung's bold new Odyssey 3D could be the big ticket to usher in 3D TVs in the future.

Best 50-inch TVs in 2025: tested and rated
By Michael Desjardin last updated
The best 50-inch TVs from LG, Samsung and Sony offer exceptional value in a versatile screen size.

Sennheiser’s AirPods 4 rival offers 28 hours of battery — and are just $100
By Ryan Epps published
Sennheiser is back at it with a pair of budget earbuds to take on the Apple AirPods 4.

I thought 8K TVs were dumb — but the new Samsung QN900F is so stunning it just changed my mind
By Ryan Epps published
Don’t go all-in on Samsung's flagship 8K TV when the brand's cheaper 8K option might be a better pick.
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