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

Samsung OLED TVs are set to get even thinner — here’s how
By Michael Desjardin, Ryan Epps published
Samsung Display just unveiled the UT One OLED, an ultra-thin OLED display set to enter production in 2026. Here's what this could mean for the future of OLED TVs.

5 features you need on your next 4K Blu-ray player
By Ryan Epps published
On the hunt for a new 4K Blu-ray player? Make sure it has these features before you hit the purchase button.

Roku Streaming Stick Plus vs Google TV Streamer: Which streaming device is right for you?
By Ryan Epps published
The all-new Roku Streaming Stick Plus is a budget-friendly, no-frills streaming device. How does it compare to the Google TV Streamer, and which one should you buy?

I thought blockbuster gaming on iPhone was a gimmick — until I tried Death Stranding
By Ryan Epps published
The iPhone might not seem like a true gaming icon, but after several hours of Death Stranding I'm confident it serves a new mold in the handheld space.

Google just made setting up its TVs a breeze — here’s why Samsung should copy it
By Ryan Epps published
Google is making TV setup an absolute breeze. Its rival Samsung needs to follow suit.

LG TV lineup 2025: All the new OLEDs and QNEDs announced at CES
By Ryan Epps last updated
Here are all of the 2025 LG TVs announced at CES 2025, from new OLEDs to QNEDs.

Roku Streaming Stick Plus vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K: which streaming stick is right for you?
By Ryan Epps published
The Fire TV Stick and Roku Streaming Stick Plus go toe to toe to prove which is the superior device to improve your TV interface.

Walmart accidentally reveals its new Onn 4K Plus streaming device— and it's cheaper than Roku
By Ryan Epps last updated
Walmart's got a new Onn streaming device and it's taking a shot at Roku and Amazon for the cheapest option in the market.

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.

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.
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