Michael L Hicks
Michael spent years freelancing on every tech topic under the sun before settling down on the real exciting stuff: virtual reality, fitness wearables, gaming, and how tech intersects with our world. He's a semi-reformed Apple-to-Android user who loves running, D&D, and Star Wars. Find him on Twitter at @Michael_L_Hicks.
Latest articles by Michael L Hicks

New Apple Vision Pro XR headset puts the Quest Pro to shame
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Here's everything we know about the Vision Pro, the XR headset that could push other companies (like Google and Samsung) back into the VR space.

Meta Quest 3: Everything we know so far
By Michael L Hicks last updated
The Quest 3 has been officially announced and we've assembled everything we know about the next-generation VR headset from Meta in one place.

Remember Assassin's Creed VR? Turns out, it's really happening
By Michael L Hicks published
First announced in 2020, Assassin's Creed Nexus VR will finally bring the convoluted world of historical murder and comatose assassins to virtual reality.

Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable looks like the Quest 2's most ambitious game
By Michael L Hicks published
After Attack on Titan's neverending final season concludes this fall, you can fill the void with this faithful VR adaptation of titan combat this winter.

Relive Vecna's evil origins in Stranger Things VR for Quest 2
By Michael L Hicks published
Although you'll spend time as the show's antagonist, you'll also get a chance to play as Eleven.

A 90s FMV classic you'd NEVER expect is getting fresh life on the Quest 2
By Michael L Hicks published
A cult-classic FMV mystery game from 1993 made an unexpected appearance at the Meta Quest Games Showcase, and we're intrigued.

Our favorite Quest 2 puzzle series lives another day in I Expect You to Die 3
By Michael L Hicks published
Get ready for more booby traps and maniacal villains as you play a spy trying to save the world yet again, using only your wits and everyday objects to survive.

Best Android phones under $400 in 2023
By Michael L Hicks last updated
It seems like great Android phones just keep getting cheaper and cheaper. Here's a list of our favorites under $400.

Google Play: Everything you need to know
By Michael L Hicks published
You know what the Google Play Store is, but do you know what Play Services and Protect do? What about Play Pass vs. Play Games? And remember Play Music and Play Edition phones?

Garmin watches are better than ever; here's our wishlist for where they go next
By Michael L Hicks published
Sunday Runday Fitness editor Michael Hicks has reviewed seven Garmin watches in the last year. Here's what he wants to see from future Garmin tech.

Every PSVR 2 announcement in the Sony Games Showcase
By Michael L Hicks published
Resident Evil 4 VR is the biggest announcement, but there are plenty of other games to get PSVR 2 owners hyped for the rest of 2023.

How to use the built-in flashlight on the Garmin Instinct 2X Solar
By Michael L Hicks published
One of the main reasons to buy the Instinct 2X Solar is the LED flashlight built into the case. It has some unique customization tools that'll help illuminate your path at night.

Fitbit Charge 6: Everything we know and hope to see
By Michael L Hicks last updated
The Fitbit Charge 6 is rumored to arrive in 2023 with a very similar design to the Charge 5. We'd love to see it make a few changes to improve on the Charge 5's successful formula.

Chromecast: Everything you need to know
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Interested in learning more about Google Chromecast? Here's everything you need to know!

Google Pixel 8: Everything we know and hope to see
By Michael L Hicks last updated
Tensor G3, revamped cameras, shrunk and flattened displays, and every other rumored change to the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8.

Kindle Scribe finally lets you write directly on (some) ebooks, adds text conversion
By Michael L Hicks published
Months after release, the Kindle Scribe is receiving key features that we wanted to see on release day. Better late than never!

Best Quest 2 games 2023
By Michael L Hicks last updated
We've selected the best Oculus Quest games in every category: shooters, rhythm, exercise, puzzle, action, horror, and more!

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar review: In brightest day, in blackest night
By Michael L Hicks published
This bulky watch sucks up sunlight during the day to power the battery-guzzling LED flashlight at night.

How to add vaccine cards and medical info to Google Wallet
By Michael L Hicks published
Store your medical data on your phone so that you have a passport ready to enter events at a moment's notice.

Google Pixel Tablet vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S8: Which should you buy?
By Michael L Hicks published
The Tab S8 is a better but more expensive tablet, while the new Pixel Tablet has more mid-range specs but may appeal to smart home owners and Pixel phone fans.

Amazfit T-Rex Ultra vs. T-Rex 2: Which should you buy?
By Michael L Hicks published
The T-Rex Ultra may be Amazfit's most hardcore smartwatch, but the T-Rex 2 has dinosaur-level ruggedness of its own.

Best Oculus Quest 2 face covers 2023
By Michael L Hicks, Nicholas Sutrich last updated
It's best to invest in a higher-quality face cover for your Quest 2.

Upcoming PSVR 2 games
By Michael L Hicks, Nicholas Sutrich published
Even though the PSVR 2 had one of the strongest launch lineups we've seen for a gaming console, we're impatiently waiting for these dozens of upcoming VR titles to arrive.
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