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
Samsung unveils massive 98-inch 4K Neo QLED TV to outdo OLED
By Brian Westover published
Samsung adds new sizes to Neo QLED, The Frame and The Terrace 4K TVs.
What is QD-OLED? Samsung's next-gen TV display explained
By Brian Westover published
New Samsung hybrid technology combines OLED and quantum dots for unbeatable quality.
I don’t recommend 8K TVs, but I just told my dad to buy this one
By Brian Westover published
I routinely tell people not to buy 8K TVs. So why did I recommend one to my own father?
Toshiba Fire TV vs Insignia Fire TV: Which sub-$500 smart TV wins?
By Brian Westover published
We compare the Insignia F30 Fire TV to the Toshiba C350 Fire TV to tell you which is the better buy.
Samsung using little-known ‘kill switch’ to brick stolen TVs
By Brian Westover published
Warehouse theft leads Samsung to use secret remote disabling tool
How to add USB storage to a Roku TV
By Brian Westover published
Upgrade your Roku TV with the ability to pause and rewind live TV, just by adding USB storage.
TCL Google TVs just put Roku and Fire TV on notice — here’s why
By Brian Westover published
TCL Google TVs bring premium tech and increased competition to more affordable smart TVs.
HBO Max lands on LG TVs more than a year after launch
By Brian Westover published
The lack of HBO Max has been a noticeable gap in LG's app selection for months
Customer support hack: Skip Netgear's 90-day support by shopping at Costco
By Brian Westover published
Costco's Concierge Services pick up where Netgear's usual 90 days of customer support leaves off.
We just tested the cheapest 8K TV yet — and we have bad news
By Brian Westover published
TCL's first 8K TVs are here, and they're the most affordable 8K sets to date. But that changes nothing about the state of 8K.
TCL 6-Series Roku TV (R635) review
By Brian Westover published
The TCL 6-Series Roku TV (R635) delivers enormous value, offering premium picture quality and a great smart TV experience for much less than the competition.
The best solar chargers of 2021
By Brian Westover published
Power up your gadgets in the sun with this list of the best solar chargers you can buy.
Buying a cheap TV? These are mostly crap
By Brian Westover published
Small screens, limited features and no 4K. You can find smart TVs for under $200, but are they a good deal?
ATSC 3.0 explained: How NextGen TV delivers 4K HDR broadcasts for free
By Brian Westover published
Free 4K HDR TV over the air, and much, much more.
LG OLED TVs just got a killer upgrade for for gaming
By Brian Westover published
Say hello to gaming in full Dolby Vision HDR at 120Hz; you'll need a PS5, Xbox Series X or powerful gaming PC though.
OLED nanotech breakthrough could deliver brighter TVs — and longer-lasting phones
By Brian Westover published
A new diode design could revolutionize OLED displays, making for brighter OLED TVs and longer battery life on laptops and phones.
Sony WF-1000XM3 Prime Day deal just beat the AirPods Pro
By Brian Westover published
Sony’s best true wireless earbuds hit all-time low-price in this last minute Prime Day deal
Best Prime Day Dyson deals: These deals don't suck
By Brian Westover published
Score big savings on some of Dyson's best appliances, from cordless vacuums and uprights, to hair dryers and air purifiers.
Sony’s OLED TV deal wins Prime Day — and it’s still $600 off
By Brian Westover published
This premium Sony A8H OLED is at an all-time low price, so get it while it lasts!
Vizio 2021 TV lineup: Quantum dot, voice control, improved SmartCast and more
By Brian Westover published
The latest Vizio TVs get new voice functions and updated smart capabilities that compliment improved picture and sound.
You don’t need an 8K TV — ask me again in a decade
By Brian Westover published
It's time for a reality check on 8K TVs. They may be available to buy, but they're far from ready for prime time.
8K TVs: What can you actually watch in 8K?
By Brian Westover published
8K TVs are the cutting edge of TV technology, but there's not much 8K content out there. Here's what you can watch on your 8K TV, and where to find it.
Azulle Access3 Review: The Best Stick PC Gets Better
By Brian Westover published
The pocket-size stick PC boasts best-in-class performance and an improved port selection.
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