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Joe Maring

Joe Maring

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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The Mocha Mousse Motorola Razr Plus in someone's pocket.

I have the new Mocha Mousse color for the Motorola Razr Plus, and it’s stunning

Motorola recently freshened up the Razr Plus 2024 with a new Mocha Mousse color. I have it, and I'm in love.
Mobile Features
New Albums section in file details in Google Photos.

It just got a lot easier to see what pictures are in your Google Photos albums

Google Photos is one of the best photo apps, and it's always getting better. The latest improvement makes it easier to see what's in your albums.
Mobile News
iPhone 16 models on display at Apple Park.

Apple is killing its never-released iPhone subscription service

Apple has been rumored to eventually offer a subscription service for the iPhone. Unfortunately, it looks like those plans have been laid to rest.
Mobile News
Someone holding a phone showing the Android 16 logo on its screen.

Android 16’s second developer preview is here with small but important changes

Android 16's journey continues with the release of its second developer preview. Here's what's new in the latest update.
Mobile News
The My Classic app on an iPhone 16 showing the iPod interface.

I’m obsessed with this app that turned my iPhone into a retro iPod

Wish you could relive the days of the early 2000s? I found an app that transformed my iPhone 16 into an old-school iPod, and I love it.
Mobile Features
The vertical app drawer in One UI 7.

The One UI 7 beta fixes one of my biggest annoyances with Samsung phones

Samsung's One UI 7 beta is here with a lot of big changes — including one I've waited years for.
Mobile Features
Someone holding a white Belkin charger.

Everyone needs to buy this $30 phone charger during Cyber Week

Buying a new phone or TV on Cyber Monday is fun, but what if you just need something simple like a charger? Look no further — I've got the perfect deal for you.
Mobile Deals
Someone holding the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, showing its cover screen.

My favorite Motorola phone of 2024 has an unbelievably good Cyber Week deal

I've used lots of phones in 2024. The newest Motorola Razr Plus is one of my favorites, and it has a fantastic deal on Cyber Week. Here are the details.
Mobile Deals
The Night mode watch face on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is one of my favorite Cyber Monday tech deals

I've worn lots of smartwatches in 2024. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is one of my favorites, and thanks to Cyber Monday, I can finally wholeheartedly recommend it.
Mobile Deals
OnePlus Open in Emerald Dusk held in hand.

I found the best folding phone deal for Cyber Monday, and it’s not even close

Shopping for a folding phone on Cyber Monday? I found an incredible deal for the OnePlus Open that you don't want to miss.
Mobile Deals
Someone holding the Oppo Find X8, showing the back of the phone.

The Oppo Find X8 is exactly the smartphone I’ve been waiting for

There's no such thing as a perfect smartphone, and there never will be. But in this moment, the Oppo Find X8 is precisely the kind of phone I'm looking for.
Mobile Features
Someone holding the Lava Agni 3 smartphone.

I traveled 8,000 miles to get an Android phone unlike any I’ve used before

A recent work trip saw me travel 8,000-plus miles to India and get hands-on time with the Lava Agni 3 — a phone unlike any other I've used this year.
Mobile Features
The Reddit app icon on an iOS Home screen.

Yes, Reddit is down. Here’s everything you need to know

It's not just you! Reddit is down during the afternoon of November 20. Here's what we know.
Mobile News
The Android 16 logo on a smartphone, resting on a shelf.

Google just announced Android 16. Here’s everything new

Yes, that's right. Just about a month after Android 15's official release, Google is already prepping Android 16. Here's the lowdown on what's new.
Mobile News
Someone wearing the Apple Watch Series 10, showing the Smart Stack on the display.

I’ve had the Apple Watch Series 10 for months. Here are 5 things you should know before buying

The Apple Watch Series 10 got rave reviews when it launched. A couple of months later, is it holding up OK? Here's what you need to know.
Mobile Features
A person holding the Motorola Edge (2023) with its screen turned on.

Android 15 is officially coming to these seven Motorola phones

Motorola recently confirmed that Android 15 is coming to seven more of its smartphones. Here are the newest ones included.
Mobile News
The iPhone 16 Pro standing upright.

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.
Mobile Reviews
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

How to download Android 15 right now

The Android 15 update is now available for select devices. Here’s how to download it.
Mobile Guides
The Galaxy S24 Ultra's screen.

Siri better watch out. Samsung just launched its biggest Bixby update in years

Samsung's Bixby has been lagging behind Siri for years. It looks like that is finally changing.
Mobile News
Focus modes page in the Control Center on an iPhone 16.

Why this 3-year-old iOS feature is one of my favorite things about the iPhone

Apple has released numerous iPhone and iOS features over the last few years. Here's why Focus modes, launched in 2021, remains one of my favorites.
Mobile Features
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone change for daylight saving time automatically?

We're about to gain an hour of sleep. Indeed, daylight saving time ends this weekend. Here's how to make sure your smartphone's time changes correctly.
Mobile Guides
The white OnePlus 13.

The OnePlus 13 may have already killed the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The OnePlus 13 was recently announced. It looks great, has incredible specs, and just washed away any interest I had in the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Mobile Features
An iPhone 16 laying on a shelf with its screen on.

I was wrong about the iPhone 16

One of the main drawbacks of the iPhone 16 is its 60Hz display. I complained and ranted about it, too. But now, I have to take some of that back.
Mobile Features
The Apple Sports app running on an iPhone 16.

If you aren’t already using the Apple Sports app, you need to

Chances are you have an app on your phone for following sports scores. If that app isn't Apple Sports, this is your chance to fix that.
Mobile Features
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Qualcomm just made the future of smartphone cameras a lot more exciting

What does the future of smartphone cameras look like? Thanks to Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, it looks brighter than ever.
Mobile Features
Official rendering of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is Qualcomm’s new smartphone chip, and it’s a big deal

Qualcomm has announced its new smartphone chip. No, it's not the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4. It's the Snapdragon 8 Elite, and it sounds mighty impressive.
Mobile News
Someone holding the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, showing the back of the phone.

Motorola had a rough 2024. Here’s what it needs to do in 2025

2024 was a rocky year for Motorola. As we get closer to 2025, here are five things the company needs to do in the new year.
Mobile Features
Someone holding an iPhone 16, showing the Control Center.

I created the perfect iOS 18 Control Center

iOS 18 let's you customize your Control Center more than ever before. I finally tried it out myself, and I created something I'm really happy with.
Mobile Features
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE sitting upright with its display turned on.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a solid $650 phone. Here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is Samsung's cheapest entry into the S24 family. But is it any good? I reviewed the phone to find out.
Mobile Reviews
Someone holding the yellow iPad (2022) in front of trees with orange, yellow leaves.

Don’t buy the wrong iPad during Prime Day! Here’s the only one you should get

There are lots of iPads on sale for Prime Day. Which one should you buy? There's only one right answer.
Mobile Deals
Someone holding the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

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.
Mobile Reviews
A white iPhone 16 sitting outside, face-down, surrounded by a bunch of leaves.

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.
Mobile Reviews
The iPhone 16 sitting on top of orange mums.

The iPhone 16 has ruined all other smartphones for me

The iPhone 16 isn't the most technically impressive smartphone available in 2024, but it does one thing better than any of its competitors.
Mobile Features
The Apple Watch Series 10 sitting on top of a green bush.

Apple Watch Series 10 review: two steps forward, one step back

Another year, another Apple Watch. The Apple Watch Series 10 is this year's hot new Apple smartwatch. Should you buy it? I found out in my review.
Mobile Reviews
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