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
I tested the OnePlus Watch 2 and Pixel Watch 2 for a week in Spain. The results were surprising
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Which Watch 2 wins? Smartwatches are very personal things, so how do you choose between the OnePlus Watch 2 and Google Pixel Watch 2? My tests show you.
Google abandoned VR years ago, but now it wants to run things again
By Nicholas Sutrich published
ThVRsday Google is reportedly trying to impress partners with AndroidXR, but the strategy seems to be backfiring.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: A vivacious return to the top
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Evolution revolution The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra represents the best of Android, from powerful hardware to customizable software, incredible camera experience, and years of software support.
Hands-on: The Nothing Phone 2a is a brilliant budget pick
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Nothing missing The Nothing Phone 2a is the company's first budget-priced phone, and it leaves nothing to be desired. Unless you live in the U.S., that is.
A big OnePlus Watch 2 weak point is getting fixed soon
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Sync it The OnePlus Watch 2 does a lot of things right, but it gets a few things wrong. Thankfully, OnePlus is working on addressing a few of those negatives.
Throw your camera in the trash. AI is here to make photography better
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Smart photos! AI has been a major buzzword at MWC 2024, but a handful of companies are making that more meaningful by using it to enhance smartphone photography.
The coolest things we saw at MWC 2024
By Derrek Lee, Nicholas Sutrich published
Cool tech things Some things didn't make our Best of MWC 2024 list, but they're cool enough to point out anyway. Here are those products.
Android Central's Best of MWC 2024
By Derrek Lee, Nicholas Sutrich published
Best of show Android Central lists the top devices and features shown off at MWC 2024, from upcoming devices to crazy concepts that may never hit store shelves.
Smart glasses at MWC 2024 are starting to look like science fiction
By Nicholas Sutrich published
I can see it! Smart glasses are improving rapidly, and the new ones I saw at MWC 2024 from companies like OPPO, Xreal, and Viture are so much better than previous efforts.
We got a close-up look at all the Galaxy Ring styles and finishes at MWC
By Nicholas Sutrich published
We liked it The Samsung Galaxy Ring is Samsung's most exciting new product since it folded phones in half, and we finally got to see one with our own eyes.
Quest 2 stock issues could hint that Meta is ready to move on
By Nicholas Sutrich published
On to the next Many retailers, including Meta, have run out of stock of 256GB Meta Quest 2 SKUs. Could this mean something big is about to happen?
Mixed reality games are finally good
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Will it blend? Mixed reality started as a gimmick but has quickly turned into one of the best ways to experience VR games.
Assassin's Creed VR isn't a failure, Ubisoft just needs a reality check
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Get real Negative VR news always attracts the "VR is dead" crowd, but the platform continues to grow and prosper despite some setbacks.
Meta is finally giving the Quest the UI overhaul it needs
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Better experience Meta Quest headsets are amazing, but the UI has always been a bit rough, but Meta's CTO says the company is actively working on an overhaul.
Google Workspace, Spaces, and Smart Canvas: What are they, and what's the difference?
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Workspace explained What is a Workspace, and how is it different from Spaces? Are Docs becoming smart canvas? And how do I access all of this nifty stuff? Find out in our explainer!
Samsung just wrote long-time fans a love letter with the first major Galaxy S24 update
By Nicholas Sutrich published
All the colors The Samsung Galaxy S24 series has a brighter display than ever, but many have complained that the colors look washed out. A February update aims to fix that.
The latest OnePlus 11 update is reportedly making its camera useless
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Click click boom The latest OnePlus 11 software update is causing headaches for several users, making the phone's camera completely unusable.
Best Philips Hue alternatives 2024
By Nicholas Sutrich last updated
Variety is nice There are plenty of smart lights available that are similar to Philips Hue bulbs at nearly half the cost. Most offer easy management from a designated app on your smartphone or tablet, too.
Google Tasks is the best Gmail feature you forget to use
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Check it off Google Tasks is one of the best things Google ever added to its Gmail service, and if you're not using it, you're seriously missing out.
These AI glasses are being backed by the Pokemon Go CEO
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Let's go! Brilliant Labs Frame is a new pair of smart glasses that aims to change the paradigm of existing designs, with a light weight and a light price to match.
The Meta Quest took my son on the field trip of a lifetime
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Hammer me this VR headsets like the Meta Quest 3 can take you to places you've never been before and let you do things you might otherwise be unable to. This newest game does both.
The Honor Magic 6 series camera could beat the Galaxy S24 in one important way
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Move it! Capturing pets and kids in motion with a phone camera is hard enough, but how about sporting events? Honor says the Magic 6 Pro has that covered.
I compared the OnePlus 12 and 12R cameras. The results were surprising
By Nicholas Sutrich published
Oh snap The OnePlus 12R is $300 less than the OnePlus 12, but does the camera feel that much cheaper? We put both phones head to head to fine out!
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