Brian Westover
Brian Westover is currently Lead Analyst, PCs and Hardware at PCMag. Until recently, however, he was Senior Editor at Tom's Guide, where he led the site's TV coverage for several years, reviewing scores of sets and writing about everything from 8K to HDR to HDMI 2.1. He also put his computing knowledge to good use by reviewing many PCs and Mac devices, and also led our router and home networking coverage. Prior to joining Tom's Guide, he wrote for TopTenReviews and PCMag.
Latest articles by Brian Westover
Best student printers for 2024: our top picks
By Brian Westover last updated
The best inkjet and laser printers for students of all ages, at home or on campus.
How to replace your Roku TV remote
By Brian Westover last updated
Replacing your Roku remote can add features like hands-free voice control and custom app buttons to your Roku TV or device.
The best TV brands in 2024
By Nick Pino last updated
Which TV brands are best? Here are our favorites from LG, Samsung, TCL, Sony, Vizio and Hisense.
Microsoft Surface Studio 3 — everything we know so far
By Brian Westover last updated
Here’s everything we know about the Microsoft Surface Studio 3 and what we’d like to see.
Google TV vs. Android TV: What's the difference?
By Brian Westover last updated
Everything new in Google TV, from browsing shows to smart home control
Apple Mac mini with M1 review: Shockingly good for the money
By Brian Westover last updated
The new Mac mini packs enormous power with its M1 chip in a more affordable package
How to buy a dumb TV — and why you'd want to
By Brian Westover last updated
Skip the smart TV altogether by buying a "dumb TV" that doesn't have internet connectivity or app support.
How to mount a TV to the wall in 8 easy steps
By Brian Westover last updated
Learn how to wall mount a TV without a lot of hassle. From prep to final installation, we show you step by step.
Stop your snooping smart TV — how to turn off data collection for every brand
By Brian Westover last updated
Fight back against intrusive ads and data collection on your smart TV with these tips.
Windows 11 vs Windows 10: Here's what's new
By Brian Westover last updated
Windows 11 has arrived and it's a big upgrade. Here are the biggest changes to expect when you upgrade from Windows 10.
Google's Nest Wifi mesh system gets top honors in Tom's Guide Awards 2020
By Brian Westover last updated
Google's Nest Wifi wowed us with smart design and great performance, but it stands out most for the built in Google Home smart speaker
Google's Nest Wifi Router Doubles as a Google Home
By Brian Westover last updated
Google's whole-home mesh solution gets a new name and a lot of new smart features.
LG 2021 TV Lineup: OLED Evo, QNED with Mini LED, 8K, 4K and more
By Brian Westover last updated
Get the scoop on every TV LG is offering in 2021, including premium OLED models, QNED Mini-LED sets and budget-friendly 4K smart TVs.
Amazon Fire TV Omni Series vs Fire TV 4-Series: What’s the difference?
By Brian Westover published
The first Amazon-made TVs have arrived – here's what the new Omni and Fire TV 4-Series models offer.
Biggest TV trends to watch in 2022
By Brian Westover published
CES brings big TV announcements for 2022. Here are the trends to watch.
LG's weird new TV rolls, rotates and comes with a built-in battery
By Brian Westover published
LG's new TVs feature fabric covers and battery-powered stands for unique viewing experiences.
How many HDMI ports do you need for your TV? And what kind?
By Brian Westover published
We clear up the confusion about HDMI ports and what's best when shopping for a TV.
Don't buy a TV until you read this guide to all those HDR standards
By Brian Westover published
Standards and metadata may sound confusing, but they unlock the best picture ever.
This new Fire TV beats Amazon's in one big way
By Brian Westover published
The latest Toshiba Fire TVs get local dimming and voice control, making them a contender for the best Amazon TV out there.
This is the biggest lie told to TV shoppers — and how to see through it
By Brian Westover published
Is that 60Hz? 120Hz? Not so fast. Here's how to know whether you're getting the refresh rate you're promised.
Best Cyber Monday OLED TV deals — best sales you can still get
By Brian Westover published
Want to score an OLED TV Cyber Monday bargain? Check out the sales you can get now.
Black Friday router deals — best sales right now
By Brian Westover published
Improve your whole network for less with these Black Friday router deals available now.
Best Black Friday OLED TV deals — best sales you can still get
By Brian Westover published
Want to score an OLED TV Black Friday bargain? Check out the sales you can still get.
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