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The iPhone 16 Plus is the most complicated phone I’ve reviewed in 2024
The iPhone 16 Plus is an excellent phone and one we recommend, but the question of who we're recommending it to is far harder to answer.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review: a huge success
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a big and expensive smartphone. It's also one of the best I've used this year. Let me explain why in my full review.
iPhone 16 review: Who needs the Pro?
The iPhone 16 is the cheapest and least technically impressive new iPhone. It's also probably the one you should buy.
Google Pixel 9 Pro review: the iPhone of Android
The Pixel 9 Pro is one of the absolute best Android phones of the year. Our full review explains why it should be your next phone.
Google Pixel Watch 3 review: the smartwatch I’ve been waiting for
The Google Pixel Watch 3 isn't just a good smartwatch — it's one of the best I've used this year. Learn why in my full review.
Google Pixel 9 review: better than ever
The Google Pixel 9 comes with Gemini AI, but guess what? AI isn't the reason this is a good phone, as we explain in our in-depth review.
iPhone 16 Pro Max review: Bigger is better?
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is big, powerful, and expensive. If you can handle its size and price, it's a fantastic iPhone.
iPhone 16 Pro review: I love it, but I wouldn’t buy it
The iPhone 16 Pro is a powerful and capable iPhone. But is it the one you should buy this year? I used it to find out.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold review: I love it, and think you will too
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has won my heart after just a few short weeks with it, and in my in-depth review, I'm going to explain why you'll love it too.
The Nothing Phone 2a is the best cheap phone I’ve reviewed in ages
The Nothing Phone 2a's design and price will grab your attention, but will the phone hold it if you buy one? We've found out in our in-depth review.
This repairable Android phone is a good buy, even if you’re not clumsy
The HMD Skyline has a gorgeous design, a bright color, and a unique feature where if the screen breaks, you can repair it yourself. But is it worth buying?
I spent two weeks with the Samsung Galaxy Ring, and I don’t think you should buy it
The Samsung Galaxy Ring is one of the most important smart rings ever. But is it one you should buy? I wore it for two weeks to find out.
I thought this $250 Android phone would be a disaster. It wasn’t
How good can a $250 Android phone really be? I tried the T-Mobile REVVL 7 Pro 5G to find out — and it genuinely surprised me.
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is so good, I don’t care that it’s a repeat
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6's folding design still delights onlookers, but it's not that different to the last model, so should you pay $1,900 for one?
I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra. It’s not what I expected
Don't dismiss the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra as a meaningless Apple Watch Ultra clone. I reviewed the new watch, and it surprised the heck out of me.
The Motorola Razr 2024 is this year’s best cheap foldable
The Motorola Razr 2024 isn't the most technically impressive foldable you can buy in 2024, but at just $700, it is one of the best values out there.
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is Samsung’s laziest folding phone ever
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 has all of the makings of a great flip phone. But with a higher price and many similarities to the Flip 5, is it worth it?
I reviewed the OnePlus Nord 4, and I found something surprising
The OnePlus Nord 4's unusual all-metal body catches your eye, but can the rest of the phone keep up with the style? We find out in our review.
I reviewed the Motorola Razr Plus 2024. It’s one of the best folding phones I’ve ever used
The Motorola Razr Plus 2024 is one of the newest folding phones on the market. I’ve had it for a while, and it’s one of the best foldables I’ve used.
iPhone 15 review: a big step forward
The iPhone 15 is here, and it's a significant upgrade for the base model. Is it worth getting? It depends on what you were using before.
I thought Motorola’s new $550 Android phone would be great. I was wrong
The new Motorola Edge (2024) promises to deliver flagship-level specs and features at a reasonable $550 price. But is it any good? I reviewed it and found out.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review: Still worth it in 2024?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has a large cover screen, a new hinge, and finally folds flat when you close it. But is it worth $1,000? We found out in our review.
I used Motorola’s new $400 Android phone. Here’s why you should buy it
The $400 Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) is one of the newest budget Android phones to hit the scene. Is it worth your time and attention? I used it to find out.
How good can a $160 Android phone really be? I used one to find out
The TCL 50 XL 5G is a new Android phone that can be yours for just $160. But is it any good? I reviewed it to find out.
I reviewed Google’s new cheap Pixel phone, and you really should buy it
The Google Pixel 8a is the cheapest Pixel you can buy, but is it too compromised to consider? Thankfully, no. Here's why it's a great purchase.
OnePlus Open review: an excellent foldable, with a catch
The foldable market is growing, this time with OnePlus joining the fray. How does the OnePlus Open fare? Let's find out.
I reviewed Samsung’s $400 budget phone, and I’m impressed
The Samsung Galaxy A35 isn't as glitzy as the Galaxy S24, but during our review, we've discovered it is a better buy than another more expensive Samsung phone.
I reviewed OnePlus’ $500 Android phone, and it’s spectacular
The OnePlus 12R is a new Android phone from OnePlus. It has a fast processor, an incredible display, and it only costs $500. This is a special one.
I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy A55. It didn’t go as expected
My time with the Samsung Galaxy A55 didn't get off to the best start and I worried about it. Did things change for the better? Here's the whole story.
OnePlus 12 review: the new Android phone to beat in 2024
The OnePlus 12 is here to kick things off for the new year of smartphone releases. Is it worth the $800? Let's find out.
Google Pixel 8 review: better than the Pixel 8 Pro?
The case for choosing the Google Pixel 8 over the Pixel 8 Pro is stronger than ever, as its camera, battery, and software all impress in our review.
iPhone 15 Pro review: smaller, but still mighty
The iPhone 15 Pro may look like the lesser model compared to its larger sibling, but there is still plenty to love — especially if you prefer smaller phones.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has the best smartphone camera I’ve ever used
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has one of the very best cameras I've ever used, but does the rest of the phone stack up to it? We find out in our review.
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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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