Essa Kidwell
Essa Kidwell is an expert in all things VR and mobile devices who can always be found with an Oculus Go, a Pixel 2, and an iPhone 7+. They've been taking things apart just to put them back together for quite some time. If you've got a troubleshooting issue with any of your tech, they're the one you want to go to! Find them on Twitter @OriginalSluggo or Instagram @CosmeticChronus.
Latest articles by Essa Kidwell
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Should you upgrade to Daydream Standalone?
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Google is pairing up with Lenovo to give you a phone-less VR experience, but is it worth it to upgrade?
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Mortal Kombat 11 beta schedule: All times and dates
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Here's all the information you need on when beta times for Mortal Kombat 11 will start for your region!
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Daydream Audio: What to do when there's no headphone jack
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Google's new Pixel 2 doesn't have a headphone jack, which could cause some audio sync issues unless handed correctly.
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How to watch the World Cup in VR
By Essa Kidwell last updated
If you have to watch your favorite sports at home, why not do it in VR? It's a real game changer for your viewing pleasure, and here's how you can do it!
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SoulCalibur VI: Everything you need to know
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Here's everything you need to know about the new SoulCalibur VI game coming to you on October 19!
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Google Daydream: Everything you need to know
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Google's popular VR platform makes it easy to explore much deeper into new worlds, but it doesn't come with much of a user manual. That's where we come in with the Ultimate Guide to Google Daydream!
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Augmented Empire review: Your daily dose of quick thinking and heartbreak
By Essa Kidwell last updated
I got to try out Augmented Empire, a virtual reality game you can get right off the Oculus Store. Come on in and see what it's all about!
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What hardware do I need to play Borderlands 2 VR?
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Borderlands 2 is coming to your PlayStation VR, and that's something to get excited about. Here are the best hardware options you need for the best experience.
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How to re-adjust your VR space after decorating for the holidays
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Decorating for the holidays can wreak havoc on your VR space. Readjusting is a good call.
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Killing Floor Incursion review: Guns, zombies, and severed arms
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Killing Floor Incursion has hit PlayStation VR and reviewed a few updates. If you've been interested in trying this game out see our thoughts on it here!
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Beyond Good and Evil 2 : Everything you need to know!
By Essa Kidwell, Jennifer Locke last updated
Finally, the world will get the sequel to Beyond Good and Evil that' we've been waiting for since the first word of it in 2008. Check in to read everything you need to know!
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What to do when games don't line up in Daydream
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Some folks have been having issues with games not lining up properly in Daydream and we've got a solution for you!
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How to deal with Daydream display flicker on Galaxy S8
By Essa Kidwell last updated
If you've had problems with display flicker while using Daydream with your Galaxy S8, we have the solution for you here!
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How to Deal with Circular Glare in Daydream View 2.0
By Essa Kidwell last updated
With the new lenses in the Daydream View 2.0 comes a new set of problems. Here are some tips on reducing issues with glare.
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The best Daydream apps for watching movies
By Essa Kidwell last updated
We check out the best VR Apps for watching movies in your Daydream. There are a lot out there so we whittled them down for you.
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How to Cast Audio from your Daydream
By Essa Kidwell last updated
Now that Daydream can cast to your TV it should have opened up a lot of fun to be had with friends. Unfortunately, the audio is still an issue.
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What can you do in ARCore right now?
By Essa Kidwell last updated
ARCore, Google's answer to ARKit, is here! Here's what you can do right now.
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How to make a PlayStation Network wishlist
By Kelly Peirce, Essa Kidwell last updated
Fishing through the PlayStation Store and found a game you want but can't afford yet? Well we're here to show you how to make yourself a wishlist!
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PlayStation VR: Everything you need to know
By Essa Kidwell published
Consider this the user manual your PlayStation VR should have come with, and be ready to check back frequently as using this headset gets better and better!
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How to fix common PlayStation VR problems
By Essa Kidwell, James Bricknell published
If you are experiencing any issues with your PlayStation VR come check out this troubleshooting guide. We've got plenty of helpful tips and tricks to get all your questions answered!