
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

Have a YouTube music family plan? Be careful about accepting free trials
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
I'm sorry Dave, I can't do that A known problem causes YouTube Premium trials to stack with existing accounts, causing playback problems for months.

This vest transformed the way I experience games
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Feel the real Haptic vests are a relatively new concept, and while some require specific compatibility with games, Woojer Haptic Vests are different.

This hidden Galaxy S24 FE feature needs to be on all Samsung phones
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Give me the wheel The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a High Brightness Mode that's different from the rest, and we need full control.

Google Pixel 9a launch live blog: review, camera comparisons, deals, and more
By Nicholas Sutrich, Michael L Hicks last updated
It's finally here The Google Pixel 9a is here and we're reacting to all the reviews and telling you everything we think about the phone. Follow along!

Job Simulator went to Hell and I'm not even mad
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Heck yeah The developers of Job Simulator are back with a game that combines the studio's strengths with the popular multiplayer free-to-play concept.

This Google Pixel 9a deal is so good it's got to be illegal
By Nicholas Sutrich published
How. The Google Pixel 9a just came out but one carrier is already offering the phone for nearly 80% off!

Batman: Arkham Shadow review: A refreshing return with a new perspective
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Become the Knight Batman: Arkham Shadow is a return to the series' roots, taking place between Arkham Asylum and Origins, and is exclusive to the Meta Quest platform.

One UI 7 is here and Google is taking widgets seriously again
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Cool doohickeys! Widgets are cool again, and companies like Samsung and Google are taking a fresh look at an old favorite feature.

Good Lock is the one thing that makes Samsung Galaxy devices truly unique
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Power users! Samsung Galaxy phones often pack in more features than you know what to do with, but extra options found in Good Lock are a power user's dream.

My seven most anticipated Meta Quest games from the 2025 Ruff Talk VR showcase
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Lucky number The 2025 Ruff Talk VR Showcase featured 23 games from a variety of genres, but these are my seven favorites from the show.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: All you need to know about the book-like foldable
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Foldy fold The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 borrows heavily from its predecessors but still manages to refine the design enough to stand out from the pack. Here's everything you need to know!

It's time for the Meta Quest to focus on stability, not capability
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Stop the bugs The last few Meta Quest updates have been full of bugs. It's time Meta gets a handle on the situation.

It looks like next-gen Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses will follow the Google Glass playbook, only better
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Give me sight Meta Hypernova is reportedly coming to store shelves this year, offering a pricey upgrade on Ray-Ban Meta Smart glasses

Grass is growing on my phone and I'm powerless to stop it
By Nicholas Sutrich published
AC Labs If you've ever been told to touch grass, DBrand's latest limited-edition skins might be the product for you.

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.
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