Michael Desjardin
Michael Desjardin is a Senior Editor for TVs at Tom's Guide. He's been testing and tinkering with TVs professionally for over a decade, previously for Reviewed and USA Today. Michael studied media production and screenwriting at Emerson College. He loves cooking, zoning out to ambient music, and getting way too invested in the Red Sox. He considers himself living proof that TV doesn't necessarily rot your brain.
Latest articles by Michael Desjardin
Sorry LG, but it’s time to retire the Magic Remote for your OLED TVs
By Michael Desjardin published
LG OLED TVs are among the best you can buy, but it's high time the brand moved on from its polarizing Magic Remote.
Best OLED TVs in 2024 tested: December top picks from LG, Samsung and more
By Nick Pino last updated
OLED TVs are the pinnacle of TV technology and a huge upgrade compared to old LED-LCD TVs. Ready to embrace the future? Here are the best OLED TVs we've tested in 2024.
Best 55-inch TVs of 2024
By Michael Desjardin, Nick Pino last updated
We've found the best 55-inch TVs from our dozens TV reviews, highlighting the best performance, values and features on the market.
Best 65-inch TVs in 2024 — Expert tested and rated
By Michael Desjardin, Nick Pino last updated
We've rounded up of the best 65-inch TVs, from budget-friendly 4K sets to premium OLEDs.
Best 75-inch TVs of 2024: Tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin last updated
In addition to a huge screen, the best 75-inch TVs offer great features and top-notch performance.
Best 50-inch TVs in 2024: Tested and rated
By Ryan Epps, Michael Desjardin last updated
The best 50-inch TVs from LG, Samsung and Sony offer exceptional value in a versatile screen size.
The best Roku TVs in 2024: 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.
Sony Bravia 3 LED TV review
By Michael Desjardin published
The Bravia 3 is the most affordable TV that bears the Bravia name. It sports a decent-looking picture, but similarly priced TVs offer more features and better performance.
Best 70-inch TVs in 2024
By Nick Pino last updated
The best 70-inch TVs offer a larger screen along with excellent brightness and a smart TV platform.
Shopping for a 75- or 85-inch TV? Here's what to look for (and what to avoid)
By Michael Desjardin published
TVs in the 75- to 85-inch range are growing more popular by the day. Here are the details to pay attention to if you're upgrading your living room to a big-screen TV.
Don't skip this cheap $27 TV accessory — it's more important than you think
By Michael Desjardin published
Did you forget something when you were setting up your TV? There's one important accessory that will help protect it for years to come.
Disney's 4K Blu-rays are finally going to be worth owning — here's why
By Michael Desjardin published
Starting soon, select Disney titles released on 4K Blu-ray will begin rolling out in the Dolby Vision HDR format.
Tired of hard-to-hear dialogue on your TV? Here's how to fix it once and for all
By Michael Desjardin published
Movies and shows might be getting harder to hear at home, but clear, intelligible dialogue is within reach. Here's what you can do to battle muffled audio on your TV.
Roku Pro Series vs Hisense U7N: Which affordable Mini-LED TV wins?
By Michael Desjardin last updated
The Roku Pro Series and the Hisense U7N both offer Mini-LED performance for less. Here's how to choose the right one.
Is a professional TV calibration worth it? Read this first
By Michael Desjardin published
Professional TV calibrations don't come cheap. Here's what you need to know about these pricey picture tune-ups.
Thinking about buying a cheap TV? Don't make this mistake
By Michael Desjardin published
Ultra-affordable TV deals that seem too good to be true might be just that. Here's what to look out for when shopping for a TV bargain.
Sony Bravia 8 vs LG C4: Which OLED TV is the better pick?
By Michael Desjardin published
We compare the Sony Bravia 8 vs LG C4 to see which OLED TV delivers the best specs, design and performance for your money.
Are stand-alone 4K Blu-ray players better than Xbox Series X and PS5?
By Michael Desjardin published
Do you really need a separate device for watching movies when your console can play UHD Blu-rays?
Can Panasonic's best TVs compete with Samsung, Sony, and LG?
By Michael Desjardin published
With Panasonic announcing the return of its TVs to the U.S. market, here's what they need to do in order to compete.
Why is my favorite TV show so dark and how do I fix it?
By Michael Desjardin published
Do you find that certain TV shows are too dark to see? You're not alone. Here's what can be done about it.
Here's how to get free channels on your smart TV
By Michael Desjardin last updated
Nearly every TV you can buy is a gateway to free TV.
Sony Bravia 9 vs Samsung QN90D: Which Mini-LED TV wins?
By Michael Desjardin published
The Sony Bravia 9 and the Samsung QN90D are two of the best Mini-LED TVs you can buy right now but which one is better?
Don't get scammed: Here's how to buy the right replacement remote for your TV
By Michael Desjardin published
Replacing your TV's remote control doesn't have to be a headache.
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