Alcatel 3V review
The Alcatel 3V offers an impressive package at a price that undercuts the competition. Just $150 buys you a 6-inch screen, a dual camera, a big battery, and a modern look -- but there must be some compromises, right? Learn exactly what this phone has to offer in our Alcatel 3V review.
Moto G6 review
The Moto G6 is Motorola’s latest low-cost phone that looks and feels like it should cost a lot more than it does. A glass body, dual-lens camera, and a big screen make it tempting, but should you buy one? We’ve been trying it out to see if it’s more than just a pretty face.
Moto G6 Plus review
Motorola has ruled the budget roost with its G series for a few years now, but we are seeing more cheap phones worth buying coming onto the market. In our Moto G6 Plus review, we examine whether the fresh design, dual-lens camera, and all the extras are enough for the Moto G6 Plus to claim top spot again.
Nokia 6.1 review
Months after showing off the Nokia 6 at Mobile World Congress, HMD has brought it to the U.S. under a new name -- the Nokia 6.1. For its $270 price tag, the Nokia 6.1 offers exceptional value. Both beautiful and powerful, the Nokia 6.1 is the latest budget phone to beat.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S review
If you’re after a beautifully designed phone with plenty of power under the hood, then Xiaomi’s latest might just have caught your eye. In this Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S review we put it through its paces and find out where the Chinese manufacturer has compromised. If you’re thinking about buying it, you must read this first.
Honor 10 review
Erupting in a kaleidoscope of color, the glass-bodied Honor 10 costs way less than you’d expect, and still has the excellent camera we’ve come to expect from the company. We’ve had it in our hands to see if it can live up to those initially very strong impressions. Here’s our Honor 10 review.
Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra review
Sony may be embracing a new design, but that doesn’t mean it’s not selling a phone with an older design theme. The mid-range Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra costs $450, and a lot of compromises, which is unusual for a mid-range smartphone. Is it worth buying? Find out in our Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra review.
Huawei P20 Pro review
The Huawei P20 Pro proves three isn’t always a crowd with its innovative triple-lens camera system, that turns out to be something way more than a gimmick. It’s also just one aspect of this brilliant new smartphone, that takes the fight for Android phone supremacy right to Samsung and Google’s door.
Nuu G3 review
The Nuu G3 is a sleek budget phone that costs just $200. In our Nuu G3 review, we take a closer look to see if it's good value.
Vivo Apex hands-on review
The Vivo Apex is a glimpse of the technology Vivo is working to potentially integrate into a future device, including a larger on-screen fingerprint sensor and a fun pop-up selfie camera.
Planet Computers Gemini hands-on review
Tech with a nostalgic spin is in, and the Planet Computers Gemini wants to bring the PDA kicking and screaming into 2018. Retaining the classic miniature computer design, it has Android and up-to-date specs; but can it cut it in the modern smartphone world?
Asus Zenfone 5 hands-on review
The new Asus Zenfone 5 was just unveiled at MWC in Barcelona, alongside the flagship Zenfone 5Z and the budget Zenfone Lite. We went hands-on to see what this Android phone is all about.
Nokia 1 hands-on review
As one of the first phones to ship with Android Go, the Nokia 1 offers one of the best user experiences we’ve seen on a low-end phone.
STK X2 hands-on review
British phone brand STK has launched the STK X2, a mid-range phone at a decent price, that contains all the right features to make it desirable to smartphone newcomers.
Nokia 8 Sirocco hands-on review
With 6GB of RAM and all the dual-camera features you want, the Snapdragon 835-powered Nokia 8 Sirocco is HMD Global's first luxurious and high-end smartphone.
Nokia 8110 4G hands-on review
If you remember the “banana” feature phone from The Matrix, it’s now been modernized with 4G connectivity, a fresh design, and some smart features.
LG V30S ThinQ hands-on review
LG has launched the LG V30S ThinQ, a revised version of the LG V30 with new artificial intelligence features, and a slight technical specification bump. We've tried it out.
Alcatel 5 Series hands-on review
The new Alcatel 5 Series was unveiled at MWC in Barcelona, alongside a raft of other devices in the 3 and 1 Series. We went hands-on to see what these budget Android phones are all about.
Land Rover Explore Hands-on Review
It may have the Land Rover name on the front, but the Explore is not only for people who own the world’s greatest SUV. It’s for anyone who loves the lifestyle that goes along with the Land Rover
Asus Zenfone 4 review
You probably best associate Asus with computers, but it also has an extensive range of smartphones, and one of the most reasonably priced is the ZenFone 4. Here’s our review.
Honor 9 Lite hands-on review
Honor has started 2018 with another strong smartphone announcement. It’s the Honor 9 Lite, and it’s a mid-range, very reasonably-priced phone with four camera lenses, and a beautiful design. Here’s our Honor 9 Lite hands-on review.
Razer Phone review
In our Razer Phone review, we find out if Razer has succeeded in making the ultimate mobile gaming device, or if it’s a niche phone for a niche audience, outgunned by the industry’s biggest names.
Huawei Mate 10 Pro review
2017 has been a year of exceptional smartphones, and in our Huawei Mate 10 Pro review, we see Huawei’s latest happily continues that trend.
Honor 7X review
In our Honor 7X review, we find out if this $200 Android smartphone is really the bargain it first appears to be.
Alcatel Idol 5 review
Other Alcatel phones have struggled, but the company is giving it another shot with the new Alcatel Idol 5. Check our Alcatel Idol 5 review.
Essential Phone (PH-1) Review
There’s a new Android phone in town, and it’s from the creator of Android. It runs pure Android, has modular capabilities, and offers speedy performance. Learn more in our Essential Phone review.
ZTE Axon M review
Our ZTE Axon M review takes a look at a phone that has a second screen that folds out, for watching YouTube and tweeting at the same time.
Cat S41 rugged smartphone review
Cat is back again with another smartphone in the form of the Cat S41, boasting decent performance in a durable case. But is it worth shelling out $450?
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review
Can Sony’s diminutive smartphone compete with the big boys of Android? Find out in our Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review.
Porsche Design Huawei Mate 10 hands-on review
It costs nearly twice as much as the regular version, so is the Porsche Design Huawei Mate 10 worth the extra money?
Lenovo Moto G5S Plus review
Lenovo is back once again with another Moto G5 – the Moto G5S Plus. But does it live up to the Moto G5 name? We put it to the test to find out.
HTC U11 Life review
The HTC U11 Life is almost as fast, stylish, and practical as the older U11, despite costing half the price. Read our review.
Google Pixel 2 Review
We review Google’s Pixel 2, a 5-inch phone that’s compact, blazing fast, and sports the best camera in any smartphone.
Google Pixel 2 XL review
The Google Pixel 2 XL is the best Android phone out there thanks to a large 6-inch screen with an edge-to-edge design, and great software.
Section Editor, Mobile
Joe Maring has been the Section Editor of Digital Trends’ Mobile team since June 2022. He leads a team of 13 writers and editors with the single goal of publishing the best mobile tech content on the Internet. While much of his time is spent planning and editing the work of his section’s amazing contributors, Joe equally loves writing himself — whether he’s digging into wonky AI apps on phones or explaining why you should buy the latest iPhone.
Joe started talking and writing about phones in 2012 with his tech-focused YouTube channel and website, MobileCupOfJoe. He’s contributed to PhoneArena, XDA Developers, and 9to5Google. He held the titles of News Editor and Senior Editor at Android Central between 2017 and 2021. Before joining Digital Trends, Joe was a Senior Writer and Editor for Screen Rant’s tech section.
Throughout his years in this industry, Joe has attended major trade shows such as CES, MWC, and IFA. He’s also appeared on major tech podcasts, including Tech News Weekly, Clockwise, and the Android Police Podcast.
Joe lives in Michigan with his two cats (Minnie and Polo), a very sweet and dumb pit bull/boxer mix (Damon), and Kenn — his partner of 10 years. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find Joe walking a nature trail, reading at his favorite coffee shop, or watching the Lions.
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