This $200 Android phone looks like a good deal, but it’s not
At just $200, the Moto G 5G (2024) is one of the cheapest new smartphones available today. But is it one you should spend your money on? I used it to find out.
How good is Motorola’s $300 Android phone? I used it for a week to find out
On paper, the Moto G Power 5G (2024) looks like a killer $300 smartphone. I lived with it for a week to see if that's true.
I reviewed Garmin’s newest fitness watch. Here’s why it’s a must-buy
The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a new, reasonably priced entry in Garmin's roster of fitness watches. But is it worth its price tag compared to other options?
I reviewed an Android phone that simply doesn’t make any sense
The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra is a decent smartphone, but answering the question of whether you should buy it isn't straightforward, as our review explains.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: the best Ultra ever, and a must buy
Samsung may not have changed the look of the Galaxy S24 Ultra much, but everything else has been given a massive upgrade. Prepare for a very positive review.
I reviewed the OnePlus Watch 2. Is it the new smartwatch to beat?
The OnePlus Watch 2 is the second smartwatch from OnePlus, and it's a big improvement over the first model. But is it actually worth buying this time?
Google Pixel 8 Pro review: the best Pixel I’ve ever used
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is an important phone for Google. It has upgraded specs, a refined design, and a higher price. And it's worth every single penny.
I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus. Here’s why it’s one of 2024’s best phones
Next to its S24 and S24 Ultra siblings, the Galaxy S24 Plus may look like the awkward middle child. But it's not. It's actually pretty incredible.
Samsung Galaxy S24 review: a smart little upgrade
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the smallest of the new S24 lineup. But there's a lot to like about the most compact Galaxy S24 model. Here's our full review.
32°N Smart Sunglasses make getting older a little easier
With an aging population that suffers from presbyopia, the 32°N Sunglasses may be the smartest glasses yet.
I reviewed a new Android phone that could kill the Galaxy S24 Ultra
Is the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro the best phone you can buy if you want to play games? Yes, but there's a lot more to it than that.
Hate smartwatches? You might love this $250 hybrid watch
Don't like how most smartwatches look? The Withings ScanWatch Light is a smartwatch for those who don't like smartwatches.
Nothing Phone 2 review: the new phone to beat in 2023
Never heard of Nothing? That's about to change, because the excellent Nothing Phone 2 deserves everyone's attention. It really is that good.
Samsung Galaxy S23 review: the Android phone for everyone
The Samsung Galaxy S23 may be the base model of the S23 lineup, but there's a lot to love here. We break everything down in our full review!
Motorola Razr Plus review: the folding phone I’ve been waiting for
The Motorola Razr Plus is Motorola's latest flip phone foldable — and its sights are set on the Galaxy Z Flip. But is it any good? Find out in our review.
Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) review: Sounds better than ever
Amazon Echo Frames received a nice upgrade in 2023, but are they good enough to compete with earbuds? We check sound quality, battery life, and more.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review: the best, most complete Android phone yet
Our Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review will tell you why this is the most complete Android phone you can currently buy, and why it'll last you for years.
Google Pixel Fold review: is it still worth buying?
The Google Pixel Fold has arrived, but is it worth that huge $1,799 price tag? We find out in our full review.
OnePlus 11 review: a real OnePlus phone, and a true return to form
The OnePlus 11 is an important phone, as it needs to impress and rescue the brand's reputation. We've spent plenty of time with it, and have very good news.
I reviewed Samsung’s new $600 Android phone. Here’s what I love (and hate)
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has flagship features mixed with frustrating cutbacks. Do its positives override the negatives? Find out in our review!
Motorola’s latest Android phone is (almost) a Google Pixel 8 killer
The Google Pixel 8 just got a new competitor in the form of the Motorola Edge (2023). But is it any good? I used it to find out.
I reviewed Motorola’s cheapest folding phone, and it’s brilliant
Motorola's on a roll with great phones in 2023. Does the Motorola Razr (2023) continue that trend? We've found out, and it's good news.
I want to like this new Android phone, but there’s a big problem with it
The Xiaomi 13T Pro is faced with a legion of really excellent phones against which it has to compete, and as we found out in our review, that's a big problem.
iPhone 15 Plus review: the year’s most surprising iPhone
The iPhone 15 Plus kicks last year's model to the wayside, and comes back with almost everything we want from a big-screen iPhone. Our review explains more.
iPhone 15 Pro Max review: yes, it really is worth $1,200
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is an expensive phone, starting at $1,199. But it's also one of the very best you can buy. Find our why in our full review.
This Android phone is supposed to last you until 2031. But is it any good?
The Fairphone 5 is very different from other smartphones, and could even last you a decade before replacement, but would you want to keep it that long?
iPhone 14 Pro review: effortlessly and unquestionably superb
The iPhone 14 Pro may not look new, but it has all-new technology and software inside. Find out whether you should buy it in our iPhone 14 Pro review.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 review: the best foldable of its kind
Samsung has made the Galaxy Z Fold 5 thinner and lighter, but does that make it worth buying? Oh yes, it really does. We explain why in our full review.
Asus Zenfone 10 review: meet the anti-Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Asus Zenfone 10 has all the power of the Galaxy S23 Ultra, but without the massive size. Can it really take on the smaller Galaxy S23?
Moto G 5G (2023) review: far too little for far too much
On paper, the Moto G 5G (2023) looks like it could be a decent $250 smartphone. But once you actually use it, you'll think otherwise. Here's our review.
Motorola’s new $400 Android phone really surprised me
If you prefer a smartphone with a stylus but don't want to pay flagship prices, then consider the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023). Here's our full review!
This Android phone is (almost) a great Google Pixel 7a alternative
The latest mid-range phone to capture attention is the Realme 11 Pro+, and at times it comes close to beating the Pixel 7a, as we find out in our review.
OnePlus Nord N30 5G review: the best $300 smartphone in 2023?
The OnePlus Nord N30 5G touts an impressive list of specs and features for just $300. But is it actually worth your time? We used the budget phone to find out.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 review: so good, it should be your next phone
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 may be coming up to a year old, but after revisiting it in our ongoing, in-depth review, we explain why it's still a great buy.
Mobile Editor
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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