Ryan Epps
Ryan Epps is a Staff Writer at Tom's Guide, covering TVs, projectors, and other tech news. During off hours, he's either working on his next YouTube video, playing Dark Souls, or enjoying some strange 90's anime without really knowing what's going on. Ryan has covered tech for two years at Tech Times, as well as entertainment and gaming at Digital Trends, International Business Times, and TheGamer. He's a passionate writer who has loads of short stories and poems in tiny notebooks written since the age of six. Ryan joined Tom's Guide as a Staff Writer at the end of 2023. He graduated from Seton Hall University in 2016 with a BA in English and Creative Writing.
Latest articles by Ryan Epps
Best streaming devices in 2024
By Kelly Woo last updated
The best streaming devices make sure you're streaming Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video without any constraints.
LG’s next TVs could have even better color accuracy — here’s why
By Ryan Epps published
LG Display’s color perception measurement just got certified with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which means its TVs are going to be way better.
Best 85-inch TVs in 2024: Tested and reviewed
By Michael Desjardin last updated
Skip the movie theater! The best 85-inch TVs offer the cinema experience when you want a larger-than-life picture at home.
OLED vs Mini-LED: What’s the difference and is one actually better?
By Christian de Looper last updated
Mini-LED technology allows cheaper TVs to achieve deeper black levels, but does it compete with OLED?
These are the 10 scariest movie scenes of all time
By Alix Blackburn published
What’s the scariest movie scene of all time? Our writers share a scene that scared them the most.
I spent a few hours with the world's cheapest OLED TV — what I like (and don't)
By Ryan Epps published
Can Sansui’s under $1,000-OLED TV be a major force for change in a market that’s ruled by premium models from Sony, LG, and Samsung?
‘I See You’ still keeps me up at night — here’s why it’s the best psychological thriller for Halloween on Prime Video
By Ryan Epps published
I’m still clouded in thought on the nature of “I See You” and its devastating conclusion — one that will keep you up at night long after its heartbreaking closing section.
Best OLED TVs in 2024: November picks
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 Roku devices 2024
By Malcolm McMillan last updated
Here are the five best Roku devices for your entertainment center, recommended based on functionality and price.
Oh no — older LG OLED TVs are set to get screensaver ads
By Ryan Epps published
Ever wanted a brilliant screensaver for your TV? LG has some for you in the form of ads, which are set to grace older LG OLEDs soon.
Forget Samsung The Frame — all 2024 Samsung TVs can now generate wallpapers using AI
By Ryan Epps published
If you ever dreamed of bringing the art museum home, now you can turn any living space into the MoMa with Samsung’s new generative wallpaper feature coming to 2024 TVs.
Samsung’s and Roku’s TV remotes are the best in the industry — so why haven’t others followed suit?
By Ryan Epps published
Most remote controls still use removable batteries, which add up to a major cost. Remotes from Samsung and Roku are different.
LG B4 vs B3 OLED: Which budget LG OLED TV should you buy?
By Ryan Epps published
The LG B4 and LG B3 OLEDs sit at the lowest tier in LG's lineup but which is the better value proposition?
Sonos gets 90% of its app back up and running — here’s what’s changed
By Ryan Epps published
Sonos CEO speaks out on major changes to the app and bringing quality upgrades back to the Sonos app.
Black Friday came early! Get one of my favorite Mini-LED TVs at $300 off
By Ryan Epps published
Don't sleep on this amazing deal seeing one of Panasonic's newest Mini-LEDs slashed down tremendously.
Your 2023 LG TV is about to get a major free upgrade — here’s how
By Ryan Epps published
Get your free LG WebOS 24 upgrade while it's still hot!
Sonos announces brand new Arc Ultra soundbar with 9.1.4 setup and spatial audio — everything you need to know
By Ryan Epps published
To the surprise of no one, Sonos’ newest premium soundbar in the Arc Ultra is now available for preorders with an official debut date set for October 29.
Silent Hill 2 Remake is a an auditory fear fest — but this sound system amplifies the terror
By Ryan Epps published
Silent Hill 2 Remake is full of shocking surprises and its soundscape is a vehicle of terror that’s even better with the Bose Ultra Soundbar and accompanying speakers.
The LG B4 OLED is the cheapest OLED TV for a reason — here's why
By Ryan Epps published
The LG B4 might be this year's most value-centric OLED, and it keeps coming down in price.
Your Samsung TV will soon look and feel more like your phone — here's why
By Ryan Epps published
Big changes are coming to Samsung smart TVs, and you might get a preview of what's to come on your Samsung smartphone.
LIVE: Best Amazon Prime Day TV deals still available — QLED, OLED and Mini-LED TV sales
By Nick Pino last updated
Amazon Prime Day TV deals are here to beat the Black Friday rush — here's how to save big on QLED, OLED and Mini-LED TVs.
October Prime Day 2024 — here's 115 deals I recommend grabbing while you still can
By Louis Ramirez last updated
The final day of Prime Day in October is nearly over, and I've vetted the best Amazon sales still available on top brands like Apple, Ninja, LG, Carhartt, Crocs and more.
Best Prime Day TV deals under $500 you can still get now
By Ryan Epps published
Prime Day has some serious savings to nab on TVs but these models all sit under $500 for the budget-minded.
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