About SmartTechFAQs

Daniel Beridge

Hi, I’m Daniel Beridge

I’m the founder and writer behind SmartTechFAQs. I started this website in [year] to help people fix everyday problems with their Smart TVs, Roku devices, Fire TV Sticks, and universal remotes, without having to read confusing manuals or watch long videos.

My Background

I’m Daniel Beridge, the founder and writer of SmartTechFAQs. I started this website in 2023 after noticing how hard it was to find simple, straight answers to everyday streaming and TV problems. Most guides I came across were either too technical, too short to be useful, or buried under pop-ups and ads.

Since then, I’ve focused on one goal: writing clear, practical guides for people who just want their device to work. That includes factory resetting a Smart TV, fixing a Roku or Fire TV Stick that won’t connect, programming a universal remote, or checking which free channels are available on services like LG Channels and Samsung TV Plus.

I’m not a manufacturer or a brand representative. I’m an independent tech writer who researches each topic carefully, relies on official support documentation and trusted sources, and explains the steps in plain language so anyone can follow them. If a guide becomes outdated, I update it, and if you spot a mistake, I want to hear about it.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Smart TV guides: factory resets, settings, and troubleshooting for brands like LG, Samsung, Sony, TCL, Vizio, and Hisense
  • Roku and Fire TV Stick fixes: step-by-step solutions for common issues
  • Universal remote codes and programming guides
  • Streaming channel lists: what’s available on services like LG Channels, Samsung TV Plus, and Roku

How I Research and Write My Guides

  1. Official sources first. I start with manufacturer support pages, official help documentation, and the service provider’s own channel or plan pages.
  2. Hands-on testing where possible. When I have access to the device, I test the steps myself and note what worked. For devices I can’t test personally, I clearly rely on official documentation and verified user reports.
  3. Clear, step-by-step writing. Guides are written in plain language, with the exact menu paths and button names where possible.
  4. Regular updates. Streaming lineups and device software change often. I review articles and update them when something changes. The “last updated” date on a post reflects a real update, not a cosmetic change.
  5. Corrections welcome. If you find something outdated or incorrect, please contact me and I’ll fix it.

Editorial Standards

  • Content is written by me and not generated automatically without review.
  • I don’t promote or provide instructions for pirated or illegal streaming services.
  • I’m not affiliated with LG, Samsung, Roku, Amazon, or any other brand mentioned on this site. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Contact Me

Questions, corrections, or suggestions for a new guide? I’d love to hear from you. you can reach out to me using this Contact Us page.

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I am also open to suggestions and feedback from the users, and if you find anything that, as per your research, isn’t accurate,