Nick started with DOS and NES and uses those fond memories of floppy disks and cartridges to fuel his opinions on modern tech. Because of this, he covers both smartphones and VR technology, two avenues that split his passions right down the middle. From Nokia fan to Android fanatic, Nick has been writing about and reviewing smartphones since 2011. An avid gamer and equally well-versed tech head, Nick worked in the IT industry for 15 years, helping to further develop his technical knowledge, which has become particularly important in his fight with PWM sensitivity and deep dives into display technology. He's a huge fan of any phone that can fold in half and loves getting into the nitty-gritty with folding phone coverage for the site. He's also got over a decade of experience with VR gaming, having used the original Oculus DK1 and every major VR headset since then, passionately covering Android Central's Meta Quest content and smart glasses coverage with his weekly thVRsday column on Thursdays. Beyond that, you'll find Nick taking photos of anything and everything, from the beautiful mountains of his home to the chickens in his backyard, and using them to compare cameras to help you choose the best one.
Latest articles by Nicholas Sutrich

Best Android phones 2026: The phones we love from Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and more
By Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
Cream of the crop There are so many great Android phones to buy that it can be tough to know which one to get. These are the best of the best at each price point.

Call off the search — these are the best cheap Android phones on the market today
By Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
Affordable and awesome Want to save up as much cash as possible when purchasing a new phone? We're here to help you find the best budget Android phone for all your needs.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 launch live: Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and Galaxy Glasses, and everything that's been launched
By Derrek Lee, Nicholas Sutrich, Harish Jonnalagadda Last updated
Live report Get ready for a new trio of foldable Samsung phones, two new watches, and a ton of smart glasses that Samsung announced at today's Unpacked event.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Specs, pricing, release date, and everything you need to know
By Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
Great eight The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are here, and they're going to change the foldable world forever.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 9: Everything we know so far and everything we hope to see
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
What the Flip The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is rumored to be the last Z Flip, but is that actually true? We're collecting all the rumors and leaks to find out whether the Galaxy Z Flip 9 exists.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9: Everything we know so far and everything we hope to see
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
A full house Samsung has been experimenting with lots of different folding form factors lately, meaning the Galaxy Z Fold 9 could bring the most exciting options ever.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL: A glowing upgrade
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Up to 11? Google might be reusing the same design again with the Pixel 11, but this time, it's packing an extra glow.

With OnePlus out of the picture, the US faces a huge smartphone dilemma for people like me
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Pour one out OnePlus has made some of my favorite Android phones ever, and the company's demise spells trouble for the U.S. market, especially for people like me. Here's why.

This T-Mobile feature could save your life someday (and you don't even need T-Mobile for it to work)
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
You're my satellite Even if you're in the middle of nowhere, T-Mobile makes it easy to connect to the most important service with its T-Satellite service. Here's how it works and how you can find out if you're eligible.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Big style vs big features
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Pro vs Ultra Google is set to reveal a stylish new entry into its Pixel series in August, but Samsung is tough to beat.

Google Pixel 11: Specs, release date, and everything we want to see
By Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
Pixel 11 Google's 11th-generation Pixel is just around the corner, and we're rounding up every leak and rumor we could find.

The most important display innovations are coming from a company you've probably never heard of
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Android Central Labs SID Display Week 2026 brought some amazing innovations with it, but one company outshone the rest with its impressive eye care solutions.

X by Xreal review: The affordable smart glasses I've been waiting for
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Smart price X by Xreal redefines affordable smart display glasses with a brilliant modular design, stunning eye-friendly micro-OLED panels, and impressive spatial tracking.

Why Meta's new smart AI glasses might not be for everyone, and why I still recommend them
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
AC thVRsday Meta's 2026 smart glasses lineup is an impressive budget-friendly addition to the already great lineup of AI glasses from the company. But there's one major limitation to keep in mind.

You can upgrade your TV's sound quality with the new Google Home Speaker surround sound option. Here's how
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Sounds good The 2026 Google Home Speaker has a lot of new features, but one of the coolest is the ability to pair with your Google TV Streamer to create a surround sound system.

Google Home Speaker (2026) vs. Nest Mini: Taller or smaller?
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Mid vs mini Google's first Gemini-powered speaker goes head-to-head with the classic Assistant-powered Nest Mini, and only one speaker reigns supreme.

I upgraded to the new Google Home Speaker for the AI, but I'm keeping it for the sound
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Sounds so good The new 2026 Google Home Speaker is a full Gemini-powered relaunch of the company's fabled smart speaker line, but does it live up to the hype?

Xreal ROG R1 is crazy expensive, but it's easily the best wearable monitor I've ever used
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
AC thVRsday Xreal ROG R1 is the company's highest-end pair of smart glasses yet, and it delivers a compelling reason to free your desk of monitors.

The best Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessories to buy in 2026
By Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
Make it better We run through the Elite Straps, facial interfaces, Link cables, cases, battery packs, and other Meta Quest 3 & 3S accessories that you'll want with your new headset.

Toy Story 5 has a point. Buy your kids this $90-off color Kindle e-reader instead of a brainrot tablet
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Prime parenting win This Prime Day, don't grab a crappy tablet full of brainrot for your kids. Instead, grab one of Amazon's excellent kids' Kindles and gift them the gift of reading.

TGIF! Nothing CMF earbuds are as low as $19.99 (no kidding!) right now, but that deal ends today
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
Prime Buds There's no need to overspend on earbuds this year, thanks to some amazing Prime Day deals from Nothing.

A brand new Kindle for only $85?!? Time to make an iced matcha and curl up under a tree with a good book
By Nicholas Sutrich Published
It's Kindle time Amazon has some wild Kindle deals during this year's Prime Day sale, and today is your last day to get the best Kindle deal of the sale.

The only Switch 2-compatible smart glasses are finally on sale, and they're going to transform your summer entertainment
By Nicholas Sutrich Last updated
Prime gaming Viture Luma and the Viture Pro Mobile Dock are on sale for Prime Day, giving you the opportunity to enjoy portable Switch 2 gaming with gorgeous micro-OLED quality.
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