Articles by Nick Pino

Nick Pino is Managing Editor, TV and AV for TechRadar's sister site, Tom's Guide. Previously, he was the Senior Editor of Home Entertainment at TechRadar, covering TVs, headphones, speakers, video games, VR and streaming devices. He's also written for GamesRadar+, Official Xbox Magazine, PC Gamer and other outlets over the last decade, and he has a degree in computer science he's not using if anyone wants it.

Articles by: Nick Pino

Sony takes on Dolby Atmos with live spatial audio concerts for your smartphone

By Nick Pino last updated 15 July 21

CES 2021 Sony is expanding its spatial audio technology to a platform called Artist Connection on iOS and Android devices.

Samsung Q60R QLED TV review

By Nick Pino published 14 July 21

The Samsung Q60R QLED TV might share the QLED monicker, but it doesn’t share the performance.

Can't wait for Witcher Season 2? Netflix is dropping an animated prequel next month

By Nick Pino published 9 July 21

The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, a new animated prequel that follows Geralt's instructor Vesemir, arrives in August.

Microsoft-owned Deathloop will remain a PS5 timed-exclusive until September 14, 2022

By Nick Pino published 8 July 21

Deathloop is going to remain a timed console exclusive on PS5 until September 14, 2022 at the earliest.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series review

By Nick Pino published 7 July 21

Google’s latest Pixel Buds cut out touch controls but offer better bass response at a fraction of the cost of the Google Pixel Buds 2.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 suffer their second leak in two days

By Nick Pino published 7 July 21

Updated The latest leak shows off the Galaxy Buds 2’s three new colors in a new 360-degree gif.

Don’t start playing Ghost of Tsushima on PS5 until August 20

By Nick Pino published 2 July 21

Sony just announced that Ghost of Tsushima’s Director’s Cut will be released on August 20 on PS5 and it’s bringing a number of great new features.

Dying Light 2’s latest trailer is definite nightmare fuel

By Nick Pino published 1 July 21

Developer TechLand showed off the second gameplay trailer for Dying Light 2 set in a rundown hospital overrun with zombies.

Nest pledges to improve digital security in its smart home device lineup

By Nick Pino published 29 June 21

Nest wants to assuage any fears you may have about its smart home devices by issuing five new standards it will follow from now on.

Best Apple TV apps and games: 30 must-download apps on Apple TV and Apple TV 4K

By Nick Pino last updated 29 June 21

Looking for the best apps and games to download on your Apple TV or Apple TV 4K? Here’s our list of the absolutely essential Apple TV apps.

Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) review

By Nick Pino published 28 June 21

The Amazon Echo Show 8 (2021) offers a superior camera for enhanced video calls and a faster processor, but not the best audio quality or screen resolution.

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs WF-1000XM3: should you buy the latest model or save your money?

By Nick Pino published 28 June 21

Updated It’s a battle between the Sony buds. Are the new Sony WF-1000XM4 worth it, or should you save some money with the Sony WF-1000XM3?

LG Nano 81 (55NANO81) review

By Nick Pino published 28 June 21

The LG Nano 81 is the cheapest entry in the company’s 2020 Nano Cell lineup, but you’re getting what you pay for.

Roku vs Fire Stick: which streaming video devices are better?

By Nick Pino published 24 June 21

Versus Can’t decide which streaming platform to go with? We break down the differences between Amazon Fire TV and Roku.

Samsung Q90T QLED TV review

By Nick Pino published 23 June 21

Thanks to its incredible brightness and FALD display, the Samsung Q90T is versatile enough for both a darkened home theater or ultra-bright living room.

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LG Gallery Series OLED TV (OLED65GX) review

By Nick Pino published 23 June 21

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UPDATED The LG GX Gallery Series OLED is a feat of engineering and a home cinema lover’s dream.

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You can still save on the Switch Lite in these Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals

By Nick Pino, Vic Hood published 23 June 21

Prime Day 2021 Amazon still has some Nintendo Switch Lite deals on offer as part of its Prime Day gaming deals.

Xbox Design Lab has reopened for custom Xbox Series X controllers

By Nick Pino published 17 June 21

E3 2021 Microsoft announced that it’s making the controller customization software available for Xbox Series X and Series S controllers.

Nintendo Direct E3 2021: the key announcements you need to see

By Samuel Tolbert, Nick Pino published 15 June 21

E3 2021 Didn’t have a chance to watch Nintendo Direct at E3 2021? Here are the most important announcements you missed out on.

It’s not Metroid Prime 4, but Metroid Dread is the first new 2D entry in 20 years

By Nick Pino published 15 June 21

E3 2021 Nintendo unveiled its first new 2D Metroid entry in the franchise in close to 20 years called Metroid Dread.

Final Fantasy Origins: Stranger of Paradise

First Final Fantasy game to be re-imagined in brand new action title

By Nick Pino published 13 June 21

E3 2021 Publisher Square Enix ended its E3 keynote with a new look at its Final Fantasy 1 prequel, Stranger of Paradise.

Hades, the best rogue-like game in a decade, is coming to Xbox Game Pass in August

By Nick Pino published 13 June 21

E3 2021 Hades from SuperGiant Games will be available on Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One and Xbox Cloud Gaming on August 13.

Ubisoft and Nintendo are teaming up for another Mario + Rabbids game

By Nick Pino published 12 June 21

E3 2021 Ubisoft announced a sequel to its hit Nintendo Switch tactics game called Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope.

tvOS and MacOS will get Spatial Audio support for AirPods Pro and Max

By Nick Pino published 7 June 21

WWDC 2021 Apple has announced that it will extend spatial audio support to tvOS and MacOS at its WWDC 2021 keynote event.

Spotify's latest feature is like a Wrapped round-up every day of the year

By Nick Pino published 3 June 21

Spotify is rolling out a new feature called Only You that will provide some insightful information about your listening habits.

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