Nicholas Sutrich
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Meta's new Quest 3 room scanning update is pure magic
By Nicholas Sutrich published
So effortless Meta quietly upgraded the Meta Quest 3's room scanning feature with firmware v64, adding automatic object recognition and naming.
Meta is quietly testing one of the best PS5 features on this Meta Quest game
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Instant replay A new Instant Replay feature is coming to Horizon Worlds on the Meta Quest platform that automatically saves gameplay footage when activated.
14 ways to extend battery life on Wear OS
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Save the batteries! Most Wear OS watches require daily charging, but these tips and tricks can reduce your charger usage while keeping your watch fully useful.
Best cheap Android phones 2024
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Cheap and cheerful Want to save as much money as possible when getting an Android phone? We've done the research to show you which best cheap phone to buy.
Best hand-tracking games for Meta Quest 2024
By Nicholas Sutrich, Nick Ransbottom last updated
Show of hands Many Meta Quest games require controllers, but some offer more immersion by using hand tracking. These are the best Meta Quest hand-tracking games with gameplay that works best with your fingers.
These Meta Quest games are channeling Wii Sports in the best way
By Nicholas Sutrich published
See? Smash! Wii Sports was popular because of its easy-to-play mechanics that were accessible for all ages and experience levels. VR games can be that way, too.
Meta Quest owners might want to clean their Bikini Bottoms
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Shiny, square pants PowerWash Simulator VR's first DLC lets you clean up everyone's favorite SpongeBob SquarePants locations, including Bikini Bottom, The Krusty Krab, and more.
The first Google Pixel 8a cases suggest some big design changes
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Just in case The first Google Pixel 8a cases are here, and Poetic is giving us a clear glimpse into what the Google Pixel 8a should look like.
This Meta Quest 3 headstrap makes it easy to use VR for hours
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Game on BoboVR is synonymous with quality VR accessories, and the BoboVR M3 Pro Meta Quest 3 headstrap strikes a perfect balance of price, comfort, and longevity.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Rumors, specs, and what we hope to see
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Foldy fold The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 didn't change much, but what about 2024's Galaxy Z Fold 6? We're certainly hoping for the best.
Best phones for kids 2024
By Nicholas Sutrich, Namerah Saud Fatmi published
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.
This magnetic car mount is everything I want from Qi2
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Stick it and go The iOttie Velox Mini Qi2 Air Vent Mount is the perfect way to magnetically mount and wirelessly charge your phone while you're in the car.
The PS5 Pro could finally solve the PSVR 2 frame rate problem
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Interpolate this! Frame interpolation is slowly ruining the PSVR 2 for me, but the PS5 Pro could hold the key to getting rid of this annoying problem once and for all.
Google Pixel 9: Rumors, specs, and what we want to see
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Pixel 9 The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro might have just been announced, but rumors are already heating up for the next big thing from Google.
Meta just employed its latest tactic to keep little kids off VR
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Age check! Meta Quest 2 and Quest 3 users will be seeing a new prompt to verify their age soon, helping tailor experiences and data collection for all ages.
Moto G Power 5G 2024 vs. Moto G 5G 2024: A little leather goes a long way
By Nicholas Sutrich published
5G Power Should you spend $299 on a Moto G Power 5G 2024, or save $100 and opt for the Moto G 5G 2024, instead? Here's the answer.
8 things the Pixel 8a can learn from the Nothing Phone 2a
By Nicholas Sutrich published
It's not nothing The Nothing Phone 2a is the best budget phone you can buy in its price class, so what can Google do to offer something better at $100 more?
The Oculus Quest 1 is about to be sent out to pasture
By Nicholas Sutrich published
We salute you The original Oculus Quest was a breakthrough for standalone VR, but Meta won't be supporting its aging hardware for much longer.
The Meta Quest 3 is more powerful than we originally thought
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Next-gen indeed The Meta Quest 3 is 2x more powerful than the Quest 2, but it was hard to understand what that meant until Meta revealed details at GDC 2024.
AAA gaming has a 3 Body Problem that only No Man's Sky can save
By Nicholas Sutrich published
It's time to create AAA games have been on an unsustainable trajectory for a long time, but one tool could significantly turn the industry around.
Moto G 5G 2024 review: A slice of luxury for less
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Leather clad The Moto G 5G 2024 is a surprisingly decent phone for the price, and the new vegan leather back is a slice of luxury we didn't expect.
Max Mustard is the blissful VR rebirth of a popular 32-bit genre
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Jump on it! Max Mustard is the reboot of the 3D platformer, adding a Saturday morning cartoon vibe and VR interactivity to revitalize an aging genre.
A new update just made the PSVR 2 ready for PCVR, but there's a catch
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Plug and play The PSVR 2 is on its way to receiving official PCVR compatibility, and a new headset firmware update just got it one step closer to reality.