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
Amazon just announced a new Omni Mini-LED TV with incredible specs for the price
By Ryan Epps published
Amazon is bringing to market a new Mini-LED TV to rival the best budget models in the market with several tricks up its sleeve, namely a slew of gaming features and Ambient Experience.
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.
Beware! The Samsung OLED panel lottery might be back in 2025 — here’s what it means for you
By Ryan Epps published
In its fight against LG, Samsung Display has a secret weapon for 2025 in a new 83-inch version of its QD-OLED panel according to its parts database.
Best projectors in 2024: the best long throw and laser projectors
By Mark Knapp last updated
We tested a variety of projectors to narrow in on the best options, whether you want the all-around champ, a good bargain, or a gaming beast.
TVs refresh rates are stuck at 144Hz — here’s why that needs to change
By Ryan Epps published
While the refresh rates of PC monitors keep going up, TVs remain stagnant. Maybe it’s time for that to change.
Best Samsung TVs in 2024 from budget 4K QLED TVs to premium 8K TVs
By Nick Pino last updated
From high-end to budget-friendly, these are the best Samsung QLED 4K smart TVs we've reviewed.
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.
Apple TV 4K set to receive major free update in December — here’s what’s coming
By Ryan Epps published
Apple is gearing up to launch the tvOS 18 update in early December, and it’s bringing some exciting changes to the Apple TV 4K, such as more aspect ratios.
Best TVs for gaming in 2024: TVs for PS5, Xbox Series X, PCs and more
By Ryan Epps last updated
These are the best TVs for gaming you can buy, whether you play on a PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch or last-gen console.
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 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.
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.
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.
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