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
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.
Raspberry Pi 4 Model B review
By Brian Westover published
The best mini PC out there for making and experimenting gets more power and better capabilities, and all for the same low price.
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 review: the best is back
By Brian Westover published
The Microsoft Surface Studio 2 is the best touch-screen all-in-one you'll find for drawing and digital creation, but even with updated hardware, this device is not as amazing the second time around.
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.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review
By Brian Westover published
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is an impressive gaming laptop that delivers great performance and incredible battery life.
SunBriteTV Pro 2 Outdoor TV review
By Brian Westover published
The SunBriteTV Pro 2 is an outdoor TV that's perfect for patios
Samsung 2021 TV lineup: MicroLED, Neo QLED, 8K, 4K and more
By Brian Westover published
Get the lowdown on every TV Samsung is selling in 2021, from massive MicroLED TVs to Neo QLED 8K and 4K sets and funky smart TVs.
TCL stuns with new 85-inch 'XL Collection' TVs [Updated]
By Brian Westover published
TCL's new 85-inch TVs deliver home theater experiences, with 4K and QLED for less. Here's what to expect from the TCL XL Collection.
Hisense 2021 TV lineup: QLED, Dual-Cell, 8K Roku TV and more
By Brian Westover published
Hisense kicks off its 2021 lineup with huge announcements, including 8K Roku TV, the first dual-cell TV you can buy and a ton of great 4K smart TVs powered by Roku and Android.
Alienware AW5520QF 55-Inch OLED Gaming Monitor Review
By Sherri L. Smith, Brian Westover published
Alienware toes the line between TV and monitor.
iMac 2021 vs iMac 2019: What’s the difference?
By Brian Westover published
Apple's got a totally new iMac, but should you wait to buy the new model?
iPad Pro 2021 — mini-LED is a big deal, and here's why
By Brian Westover published
With the 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2021 getting a mini-LED display, Apple's hottest products could be better than ever, and the improvements extend beyond the display.
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