
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

Google Pixel 9 Pro vs. Pixel 8 Pro: Smaller size, bigger punch
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Size matters With a Google Pixel 9 Pro vs. Pixel 8 Pro analysis, you can better assess whether the newer Pro model is worth the upgrade. Here are the essential details you need to decide.

The 'only budget earbuds worth buying' are even cheaper during Amazon's Big Spring Sale
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Nothing better! CMF Buds Pro 2 by Nothing are the most unique earbuds you'll find anywhere, and they're back on sale for a short time.

At-home date nights are better in VR (no, seriously)
By Nicholas Sutrich published
New kinds of fun At-home dates can be notoriously challenging when the kids are finally in bed, but a couple of Meta Quest headsets will transport you somewhere far, far away.

Samsung displays aren't the gold standard you think they are
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Quite the facade Samsung AMOLED displays have been the darling of the mobile world for 15 years, but the company's increased focus on acing tests is negatively affecting some users.

Best games in Google Play Pass 2025
By Nicholas Sutrich, Rachel Mogan last updated
Play with Google Google Play Pass is an apps and games subscription service that includes some of the best games released for Android over the past decade.

This new Meta Quest v74 feature is set to revolutionize immersive experiences
By Nicholas Sutrich published
AC ThVRsday Meta Quest update v74 brings a ton of new features, but none are more revolutionary than the new camera access API.

Should you upgrade to the Pixel 9a?
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Impressive value The Google Pixel 9a packs quite a value punch at $499 but, despite some nice updates, might not be worth upgrading over a Pixel 8a.

Android 16's Vulkan standard is great, but ADPF might be the real miracle
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Upgrades galore Android 16 is introducing two major updates to mobile gaming, and while both are great, one is clearly more beneficial than the other.

Gorilla Tag finally fixed its voice moderation problem
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Shut up! Voice chat in Gorilla Tag is finally proactively moderated thanks to a new partnership between GGWP and Another Axiom.

The March Pixel update has been causing lots of headaches, but going back isn't easy
By Nicholas Sutrich published
We've got to go back Is the March 2025 Google Pixel Update causing you problems? Going back to the February patch isn't easy, but it's possible.

Samsung Galaxy S24: Everything you need to know
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
All about the S24 Although the Galaxy S25 series is already here, the Galaxy S24 family of phones is still excellent. Here's everything you need to know about all three models.

I can't choose between virtual reality and actual reality and it's all Orion Drift's fault
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Drift! The new game from the makers of Gorilla Tag combines the best of Rocket League and Echo VR into one massive social game.

Sometimes, the ecosystem is more important than the individual devices
By Nicholas Sutrich published
AC Labs The Honor Alpha Plan was a big reveal at MWC 2025, but what does smart device interconnectivity really look like? We've already got the building blocks in place.

Co-op Meta Quest games were my highlight of the March VR Games Showcase
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Coming soon The 2025 VR Games Showcase just aired, revealing 20 new Meta Quest games coming soon.

OnePlus Watch 3 review: The best battery life, but not a great fit for everyone
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Huge win The OnePlus Watch 3 does nearly everything it tries perfectly, but a one-size-fits-all design means it's simply not right for everyone.

OnePlus wants to ruin its most iconic feature again and fans aren't having it
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Don't do it. OnePlus CEO Pete Lau says it's changing the fan-favorite OnePlus alert slider, and the community is up in arms over it.

You don't have to wait til Civ VII VR to play great strategy games on the Meta Quest 3
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Big brain Civilization VII VR is coming soon to Meta Quest headsets, but did you know there are already a ton of great strategy games to play in VR?

Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro review: Nothing is Essential
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Stylish for less The Nothing Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro represent the best of affordable Android phones, delivering stellar mid-range entries with top-tier design.

These smart glasses have given me a new reason to record video again
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Look ma, no hands! Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have a camera in the best place — your face — making video capture so much more fun than with a phone.

Honor Pad V9 review: It's a good time with more Google than ever
By Nicholas Sutrich published
More than meets the eye The Honor Pad V9's bland looks are deceptive, as the tablet packs in excellent specs for the price alongside great features like Google Kids Space.

Moto G Power 5G 2024 vs. Moto G 5G 2024: A little leather goes a long way
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
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.

Xreal One review: The revelation smart glasses needed
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Effortless fun. Xreal One represents the best of smart display glasses, redefining an entire product category with a custom chipset and 3DoF built-in.

The iPhone 16e signals the death of LCDs and the death of the smartphone for some
By Nicholas Sutrich published
The more you know OLED displays have made huge strides to be more eye-friendly, but some people will never be able to use them and that poses a huge problem.
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