John R. Quain
John R. Quain has been reviewing and testing video and audio equipment for more than 20 years. For Tom's Guide, he has reviewed televisions, HDTV antennas, electric bikes, electric cars, as well as other outdoor equipment. He is currently a contributor to The New York Times and the CBS News television program.
Latest articles by John R. Quain
Hey, Stupid! How You Can Help Make the Internet Safer
By John R. Quain published
The Web won't get safer by itself -- you've got to do your part, and for the most part, you haven't been. Here are 10 ways to start.
Winegard FlatWave Micro HDTV Antenna FL-2000 Review
By John R. Quain published
An inexpensive non-amplified antenna, the Winegard FlatWave Micro performed reasonably well as long as you can position it close to your TV.
Terk Trinity Amplified Indoor HDTV Antenna TRITVA Review
By John R. Quain published
The Terk Trinity offered solid reception at a good price, but we wished it looked sleeker.
2016 Cadillac ATS Coupe Review: Well Connected and Frisky
By John R. Quain published
The Cadillac ATS is a very pleasant, comfortable drive. Everything from the seats to the color heads-up display make the driver's task lighter.
Samsung UN50JU6500 4K TV Review: Ultra HD on a Budget
By John R. Quain published
The Samsung Series 6 UN50JU6500 delivers a sharp 4K picture and good contrast in a 50-inch set for an affordable price.
2016 Ford Escape Tested: Sync 3 (Mostly) Shines
By John R. Quain published
The 2016 Ford Escape Titanium’s new Sync 3 system is a significant improvement over earlier models, but voice recognition is a weak link.
BMW 7 Series Tested: Here's The Tech You Get for $100K
By John R. Quain published
The BMW 7 Series offers a novel gesture-recognition system and super-smart cruise control in a very luxurious ride.
Hisense 50H7GB Review: Cheap 4K with Some Trade-Offs
By John R. Quain published
The Hisense 50H7GB has a nearly irresistible price for a 5-inch, ultra-HD 4K set, but the picture is flawed.
Sharp LC55UB30U Review: Good 4K TV for Under $1K
By John R. Quain published
The Sharp LC55UB30U delivers solid 4K performance and an intuitive interface at a reasonable price.
Insignia 55-inch Roku TV Review: Smart and Cheap
By John R. Quain published
Priced to compete against cheap, lesser-known brands, this Insignia model boasts thousands of built-in Roku streaming channels, making it a good choice for cord cutting.
LG 65UF9500 65-Inch Ultra HD 4K Review: Sleek with webOS Smarts
By John R. Quain published
The LG 65UF9500 delivers a sharp 4K picture with good color and smart webOS software in an attractive design.
Samsung UN65JU6500 4K TV Review: Great Picture for Less
By John R. Quain published
The Samsung UN65JU6500 is a relatively affordable ultra-HD set that punches above its weight class.
Vizio E-Series 55-Inch HD Review: Reliable Bargain
By John R. Quain published
The E-Series is an excellent HD set for price-conscious buyers looking for a crisp picture with good contrast.
Apple CarPlay vs. Android Auto: Which Is Better Behind the Wheel?
By John R. Quain published
Android Auto beats Apple CarPlay, but the differences aren't substantial enough to make anyone dump their iPhone for an Android Phone.
Look Ma, No Hands! Volvo's Amazing Car Tech
By John R. Quain published
The Volvo XC90 is one of the smartest SUVs yet, complete with a pilot assist system an iPad-like touch screen.
I Rode in the First Street-Legal Autonomous Truck
By John R. Quain published
The first autonomous vehicle from Daimler Trucks has been officially licensed to operate on public roads, and I took a ride.
Roku 3 Set-Top Box Review: Lots of Content, Little Hassle
By John R. Quain, Marshall Honorof published
The leader of the streaming player pack, the Roku 3 offers the most content choices, a comprehensive search feature and a remote that enables private listening.
Panasonic 65AX800U 4K TV Review: Strong Color, Weak Contrast
By John R. Quain published
The Panasonic 65AX800U can't match the quality of Panasonic's now-defunct plasma TV lines, but it delivers a pleasant 4K performance.
Vizio P-Series P652ui-B2 65-inch 4K TV Review: Excellent 4K Value
By John R. Quain published
A true value in the 4K TV category, the P652ui-B2 is good choice for those who want to be ready for the Ultra-HD future.
Sharp Aquos UD27 60-inch TV Review: Dependable 4K
By John R. Quain published
This Sharp Aquos set presents a praiseworthy Ultra HD picture at a reasonable price, but it could use a few ergonomic improvements.
Sony X950B 65-inch 4K TV Review: Pricey But Impressive
By John R. Quain published
The Sony X950B is a 65-inch 4K TV that rivals the top models from any manufacturer.
Mohu Channels TV Tuner-Streamer Review: Cool but Flawed
By John R. Quain published
Channels' effort to combine over-the-air and online TV is still a work in progress, but it has a lot of entertainment potential.
LG 55EC9300 55-Inch OLED TV Review: Stunning Picture
By John R. Quain published
OLED TV comes close to perfection, thanks to gorgeous colors, stunning contrast and an intuitive smart-TV interface and remote.
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