
Essa Kidwell
Essa Kidwell is a Former Contributor for Windows Central and an expert in all things VR and mobile devices who can always be found with an Oculus Go, a Pixel 2, and an iPhone 7+. They've been taking things apart just to put them back together for quite some time. If you've got a troubleshooting issue with any of your tech, they're the one you want to go to! Find them on Twitter @OriginalSluggo or Instagram @CosmeticChronus.
Latest articles by Essa Kidwell

Netgear Orbi RBK50 vs. RBK50V: Which Wi-Fi router should you buy?
By Essa Kidwell published
Versus You get the same router, so it comes down to whether you want extra features or extra square footage.

Netgear Orbi RBK50 vs. Google Wifi: Which should you buy?
By Essa Kidwell published
Versus Both the Orbi RBK50 and the Google Wifi are great routers, so how do you decide which is the right one for you? Well, that's why we're here. To help you figure this out.

Should you buy a new or refurbished Netgear Orbi RBK50?
By Essa Kidwell published
If you're looking for a bargain on a NETGEAR Orbi RBK50 than the refurbished option might just be the one for you.

Oculus Rift 'Blind' review: Into the darkness to find the light
By Essa Kidwell published
Hear our thoughts on Blind, a virtual reality came sprawled across a few different VR headsets. These are our thoughts on the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive version!

Epic Games working on ways to unlink Fortnite accounts from consoles, merge purchases from the shop
By Essa Kidwell published
Fortnite has some pretty awesome cross-play options and PlayStation has decided to not allow cross-play from their console. Check out here to see how that can affect your Epic account.

Netgear Orbi RBK50 vs. Netgear Orbi RBK40: Which should you buy?
By Essa Kidwell published
Versus Can't decide if you want the RBK50 or RBK40 version of the Orbi Home? Let's take a look at it together to help make up your mind.

Shovel Knight 'King of Cards' and 'Showdown' expansions launch in 2019
By Essa Kidwell published
This is the final campaign in the Shovel Knight saga.

Oculus Rift: The ultimate guide
By Essa Kidwell published
This is everything you need to know about Oculus Rift.

The Fallout 76 mod for Fallout 4: Our thoughts and how you can get it
By Essa Kidwell published
Modded SKK50 has created a mod that will allow us to state our desire for Fallout 76 until it finally releases. Here we’ll share our thoughts and how you can get it on your own Fallout game!

Here's how long you should play video games in VR
By Essa Kidwell published
We've got the details on how long you should stay in VR to keep from feeling the effects.

How to check the Oculus sensor view and boundary with Desk Scene
By Essa Kidwell published
How do I know where my Oculus sensors are focused?

How to get the best fit for your Oculus Rift
By Essa Kidwell published
A proper VR experience demands a proper fitting head-mounted display (HMD). Here’s how to get the best fit for your Oculus Rift.

How to mirror Oculus Home on your desktop
By Essa Kidwell published
When you launch the Oculus app from your desktop, you normally have to don the head-mounted display in order to see Oculus Home. Not anymore!

Oculus Go: Everything you need to know!
By Essa Kidwell published
The Oculus Go is now available to order and you can get it delivered tomorrow!

Where to buy a used VR headset
By Essa Kidwell published
VR is expensive. Buying used might be the solution.

How to avoid motion sickness caused by VR headsets while gaming
By Essa Kidwell published
Hardware and software developers are working hard to lessen and potentially remove motion sickness from VR. Until then, there are some home remedies you can try in order to enjoy VR to the fullest.

The best place to buy Oculus Rift
By Essa Kidwell published
Ready for Oculus Rift? Here's where you can pick one up for yourself! Don't forget the options for a third and fourth sensor while buying!

Oculus Rift's Gold Rush VR event gives you a chance to win big
By Essa Kidwell published
Oculus is celebrating its birthday by giving YOU a chance to receive quite a few choice prizes!

How to properly clean your Oculus Rift
By Essa Kidwell published
Get the step by step on how to clean your Oculus Rift to increase performance and decrease dust and grime!

The best VR experiences unveiled at GDC 2018
By Essa Kidwell published
What to look forward to in VR.

How to use your gaming controller while wearing a virtual reality (VR) headset
By Essa Kidwell published
We'll help you battle muscle memory and get used to all the new buttons of your virtual reality headset or find the best comfort option for you.

The best ways to watch the Olympics in VR
By Essa Kidwell published
How To Experience the Winter Olympics like never before!

How to avoid motion sickness in VR
By Essa Kidwell published
Why does motion sickness happen to me?
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