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Andrew Martonik

Andrew Martonik

Editor in Chief

Andrew Martonik is the Editor in Chief at Digital Trends. He took on the EIC role in July 2021 following several months leading DT's Mobile section. Andrew’s journey in the technology world started well over a decade ago, back when the Palm Treo and DSL internet had everyone excited. That obsession with tech quickly spread to phones of all kinds, and naturally shifted to computers, software, and beyond. Andrew helped lead extensive coverage of the mobile world at Mobile Nations (later Future Plc) for 8 years, and continues to live for the ins and outs of the entire tech landscape at Digital Trends. He's an enthusiast for technology of all kinds – computers, phones, games, cameras, and mobility are just a few of the many focal points of his analysis and insight.

2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD close up of central touchscreen.

Charging your EV is about to get easier, as carmakers team up to build 30,000 chargers

A group of major carmakers -- BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes, and Stellantis -- is investing in installing a whopping 30,000 EV chargers in North America.
Cars News
Bose QC45 headphones in black.

My favorite noise-canceling travel headphones are at their lowest price of the year for Prime Day

I've loved using my Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones for the last 18 months, and now this model is down to an incredible price for Prime Day.
Audio / Video Deals
Jeep Wrangler 4xe plugged into the Jeep Power Box.

4 ways the best-selling plug-in hybrid in the U.S. just got better for 2024

The 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe adds tech, better hybrid driving, and safety features. There's a lot to explore in the refresh of the best-selling PHEV in the U.S.
Cars Features
Audi Q8 e-tron in a dark brown color.

2024 Audi Q8 e-tron first drive review: 300-mile luxury EV cruiser

Audi was early to the luxury EV SUV game, but five years on the original e-tron needed a refresh. The updated Q8 e-tron brings more range and even more luxury.
Cars Features
Cloudy weather showing in iOS 15's weather app.

It’s not just you: the Apple Weather app is down

Stop trying to force quit apps or restart your phone, it isn't going to help. It's not just you, Apple's Weather app is having a tough time loading right now.
Mobile News
Jeep Wrangler 4xe charging at a NYC curbside charger.

What I’ve learned after a year of driving the best-selling plug-in hybrid in the U.S.

After a year and 6,000 miles driving my Wrangler 4xe, here's what I've loved and hated about owning a plug-in hybrid. And why I know I'm not ready for an EV.
Cars Features
Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar displaying pace information.

4 simple pieces of tech that helped me run my first marathon

It's easy to overdo it when buying tech aimed at helping you in sports. I ran my first marathon last year, and I kept it simple with just a few pieces of tech.
Mobile Features
iPhone with USB-C cable and USB-A adapter.

This $3 USB adapter fixed all of my Apple CarPlay connection problems

I had lots of issues with CarPlay randomly disconnecting. Then I bought this adapter, and my problem was immediately fixed.
Cars Features
Bing copilot AI chat interface.

I’ve seen the (distant) future of AI web search – here’s where it’s amazing, and where it struggles

It only takes minutes using the new AI-powered Bing to see that the future is very bright for AI in search. But that future is further away than we realize.
Computing Features
Wordle on a laptop.

Wordle answers just got tougher, courtesy of a NYT change

The New York Times just announced that Wordle now has a dedicated editor. It's bringing changes to how answers are selected and what words are valid solutions.
Gaming News
Google Pixel Watch on a wrist.

Google Pixel Watch hands-on: years of work, and a Fitbit acquisition, led to this

Google is in the watch game, everyone! After years of waiting, we finally know what Google's own take on a smartwatch looks and feels like.
Mobile Features
Audi Q4 E-Tron SUV in blue.

2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron first drive: the predictable and traditional EV SUV we need

Audi's new Q4 E-Tron is its long-awaited entry-level EV SUV, and it's a big deal. Here's what you get from a luxury brand at a reasonable $50,000 price.
Cars Features
iPhone 14 Pro battery life settings.

Does the iPhone 14 Pro have a battery life problem? It sure looks like it

Battery life is great on my iPhone 12 Pro, but switching to the iPhone 14 Pro has been a shock – I barely make it through a day. It turns out I'm not alone.
Mobile Features
Closeup of the Instagram app icon.

Instagram has finally fixed the Stories sound bug in the latest version of its iPhone app

No, it's not just you: Instagram won't stay muted anymore, even if you have your mute switch on. Here's what you can do to get Instagram to be quiet again.
Mobile News
Wordle on a computer.

7 months in, I have to ask myself: Why do I keep playing Wordle?

Wordle faded from public consciousness months ago, yet it's still a massive game. I often wonder what keeps me hooked, and why it's part of my morning routine.
Gaming Features
Stack of Samsung Galaxy S22 phones.

The Galaxy S22 comes in a new color, and it’s a Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 teaser

Samsung's summer color refresh for the Galaxy S22 comes in a delightful shade of purple that really stands out from the set of existing colors.
Mobile Features
Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar displaying pace information.

Garmin Forerunner 955 review: 7 weeks and 200 miles of testing

Runners love Garmin, and serious runners love the high-end Forerunner models. The 955 is ready for extreme distances, and has every feature you'll need.
Mobile Reviews
MacBook Air sitting on a table in an airport.

The MacBook Air M1 changed my relationship with laptops forever

I've used MacBooks for over a decade. But it took until the MacBook Air M1 to have a truly life-changing experience with one.
Computing Features
Apple CarPlay interface

The next generation of Apple CarPlay will power your entire car, riding the trend of all-screen autos

Apple gave us a sneak peek at the next generation of CarPlay, going beyond a phone mirroring interface and becoming an entire car operating system.
Cars News
Conceptual image of Qualcomm Snapdragon X70 chip witih additonal mmWave, AI, and RF modules.

Qualcomm’s latest 5G modem brings standalone mmWave, improved Sub-6 speeds to phones

Qualcomm's X70 5G modem is adding new features. Standalone mmWave 5G, plus new Sub-6 5G carrier aggregation, will be coming to flagship phones this year.
Mobile News
Jeep Wrangler 4XE.

I bought a gas guzzler with the government’s EV tax credit

My new Jeep weighs well over 5,000 pounds and gets under 20 mpg. But I love it -- because the government paid me $7,500 to buy it.
Cars Features
Bentley Flying Spur in grey.

Bentley’s first EV is coming in 2025, its entire lineup will be EV by 2030

Bentley is swiftly transitioning to an all-EV future, ditching gas powertrains by 2030 for its entire lineup of ultra-luxury cars.
Cars News
GM CES 2022 keynote teaser page.

How to watch GM unveil the Chevy Silverado EV live at CES 2022 today

GM will unveil the new Chevrolet Silverado EV at CES 2022, alongside many other EV and technology announcements. It's happening live today at noon ET.
Cars News
Qualcomm logo at an event.

Qualcomm drops its own name from new chips in favor of ‘Snapdragon’ alone

Qualcomm leads the smartphone chip market, but that's come despite a confusing naming convention. Moving forward, Snapdragon is all you'll need to know.
Mobile Android
Instagram login screen.

Instagram back up after second major outage of the week

Just a few days after a global Facebook outage, Instagram went down for over two hours due to a different technical issue.
Mobile Web
facebook hacked

Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram are back after several hours offline

Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are back after suffering a complete outage that spanned several hours.
Mobile News
A Twitter logo graphic.

Twitter is facing its own outages as Facebook users flock to other sites

As everyone realized that Facebook's various services were down, the groundswell of movement to Twitter seems to have caused problems there.
Mobile News
facebook hacked

Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram are down: All apps and websites impacted

Instagram post on @rap about Tony Hawk.

Why is Instagram flooded with ‘nah he tweakin’ comments?

If you go to Instagram right now, a majority of the comments you'll see are one simple phrase: "Nah he tweakin". But ... why?
Mobile News
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Note 20 S Pen.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 3 is adding an S Pen, replacing this year’s Galaxy Note

Samsung's August 11 event just got interesting. The company confirmed its next foldables will have an optional S Pen, replacing the Galaxy Note line this year.
Mobile Android
Prime Day Deals 2021.

Editors’ Prime Day picks: We bought these deals, and you should too

Shopping on Prime Day can be overwhelming -- and not just for you. We're scouring the deals to find something for ourselves, too! Here's what we bought.
Deals
amazon removes another tech accessory brand store fake reviews rav power bank

Amazon takes down another popular tech accessory company, following Aukey, Mpow

A month after removing two popular tech accessory brands because of their involvement in fake review schemes, Amazon has done the same to RAVPower.
Mobile News
Moto G Stylus 5G

New Moto G Stylus 5G brings massive battery, pen improvements

The Moto G Stylus has been a surprise hit, so Motorola's capitalizing with a mid-cycle refresh that brings a huge battery and 5G connectivity.
Mobile News
Google announces new photography inclusivity program

Google sees fault in camera algorithms, vows to improve skin tone representation

Google's strength in photography is well-known, but that power isn't perfect. It's now focusing on ensuring its algorithms properly represent all skin tones.
Mobile News
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