
Nicholas Sutrich
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 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 or the chickens in his backyard, and using them to compare cameras to help you choose the best one.
Latest articles by Nicholas Sutrich

The Oakley Meta HSTN are the new gold standard for smart glasses
By Nicholas Sutrich published
So smart Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses are the follow-up to Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses and bring along a new style, upgraded cameras, and better battery life.

Remember 'Weekend at Bernie's'? This game channels the same dark humor, and it's better than the movie
By Nicholas Sutrich published
AC thVRsday Hide the Corpse is a puzzle game like you've never played before, tasking you with recreating the classic movie Weekend at Bernie's in the most ridiculous ways.

Google Pixel 10a: What we expect to see
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
A is for affordable The Google Pixel 10a is still likely a year away from release, but we've already seen rumors and leaks of what's to come. Here's everything you need to know.

This E Ink Android phone is the Kindle phone I've always wanted
By Nicholas Sutrich published
AC Labs The Bigme HiBreak Pro is an E Ink phone that can do everything your regular Android phone can do, an accomplishment that's probably bigger than you'd think.

Best Android phones 2025: My top picks from Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and more
By Nicholas Sutrich, Patrick Farmer 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.

Smart glasses are eating VR's lunch, and Meta's 2025 earnings are the proof
By Nicholas Sutrich published
AC thVRsday Meta's Reality Labs division posted another quarter of higher-than-expected Ray-Ban sales, and it's clear Meta has a winning formula on hand.

Getting a phone for your kid this year? Here's what you need to consider
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
The internet? Scary Getting your child a smartphone can be scary, especially when you don't know how to protect them from the horrors of the internet. Here are a few things to help ease your mind.

Google Pixel 10: Release date, price, leaks, and everything we know so far
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Cheers to ten years It's time to bid the Pixel 9 farewell and welcome the Pixel 10 with open arms. As the August launch approaches, we're wondering about its capabilities.

Google Pixel 9: Price, specs, models, and everything you need to know
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Meet the Pixel 9 family Get comprehensive knowledge about the flagship Pixel 9 series. Here's everything you need to know including info about specs, performance, battery, pricing, and more!

After using them for a week, I found Oakley Meta HSTNs hidden superpower
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Goal! Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses are supposed to be an upgrade over Ray-Ban Metas for athletes, and now I understand why after using them for a week.

Best phones for kids 2025
By Nicholas Sutrich, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Stay connected If you feel like it's the right time to get your child a phone, these are the best phones for kids you should consider.

If you hoped Oakley Meta's 3K camera quality would destroy Ray-Ban Meta's 1080p cameras, you might be disappointed
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Fun in the sun Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses offer a higher-resolution camera than Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, but does that make them better? Find out in our camera review.

Meta told us Oakley smart glasses' battery was better than Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. It's mostly true
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
All day, er' day Meta claims that Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses have twice the battery life of Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, but is that really true? I put them to the test to find out.

Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses (Gen 3): Everything we know so far
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Snazzy specs The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses (Gen 3) are rumored to be just around the corner, and with upgraded specs comes a rumored new look. Here's what we know so far.

This co-op game changes everything you thought you knew about working together
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Screen time = quality time Elsewhere Electric is the coolest combination of Portal and Severance you could imagine in a Meta Quest puzzle game, and it's all done alongside your best friend on a phone.

Oakley Meta HSTN glasses vs. Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: More than meets the eye
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Substance over style Meta now has several different pairs of smart glasses to choose from, but the choice between Oakley and Ray-Ban is about more than just style.

I don't understand why I didn't switch to the Motorola Razr Plus 2025 sooner
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Glamorous The Motorola Razr Plus 2025 is one of the finest foldable phones available, offering excellent software, a high-quality build, and a cover display that steals the show.

We've tried every Samsung phone, and these are the best picks for you
By Harish Jonnalagadda, Nicholas Sutrich last updated
A Galaxy of great phones Whether you're looking for a cutting-edge foldable or a budget device, these are the best Samsung phones of the year.

Should you wait for the Google Pixel 10?
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Perfect 10? The Google Pixel 10 makes it's debut on August 20, but with tons of Pixel 9 sales happening, is it really worth the wait? We break it down for you.

Viture's immersive 3D video is the kind of voodoo magic I expect from XR glasses
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Three deeeeeeee Viture's Immersive 3D is worth the hype, even if it's currently very limited in scope on Android. I tested out the feature on several Viture glasses and came away impressed.

Android users have had just about enough of temporal dithering
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Android Central Labs Temporal dithering, also known as Frame Rate Control or FRC, is hurting users in ways we can't clearly see, but a new bug report could be the solution.

Prime Day is over, but these Meta Quest face pad deals are still going strong
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Relief is in sight Prime Day is almost over, and that means your last chance to get these fantastic Meta Quest 3, Quest 3S, and even Quest 2 face pads from Kiwi Design for under $20.

This Android phone is built like no other, and it's still on sale well after Prime Day ended
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
IP69? Nice. The OnePlus 13 features IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance, but what does that mean in a practical sense? My July 4th lake outing is the perfect example.
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