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Third-generation Amazon Echo frames in blue seen on a stunning woman.

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.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra lying on a large rock.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review: the best, most complete Android phone yet

Google Pixel Fold in Obsidian open slightly sitting on park bench.

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.
Someone holding the OnePlus 11.

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.
Someone holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of a colorful background.

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.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 showing off its new cover screen.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review: the foldable to buy in 2023

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.
Blue Titanium (left) and Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pros on a green park bench.

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.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Mint Green color along with abowl of lemons.

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!
Someone holding the Motorola Edge (2023) next to the Google Pixel 8.

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.
OnePlus Open in Emerald Dusk in hand.

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.
A person taking a photo with the Google Pixel 8.

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.
A person taking the Motorola Razr 40 out of a pocket.

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.
A person holding the Xiaomi 13T Pro.

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.
A person holding the Apple iPhone 15 Plus.

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.
Holding a green iPhone 15 in a rose garden.

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.
iPhone 15 Pro Max lying on the ground surrounded by leaves.

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.
The back of the Fairphone 5.

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 in Deep Purple, held in a mans hand.

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.
A person opening the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5.

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.
A person holding the Nothing Phone 2, with the lights active.

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.
A person holding the Asus Zenfone 10, and showing the rear panel.

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?
The Moto G 5G laying on a table.

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.
The Motorola Razr Plus, half folded with its cover screen on.

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.
Moto G Stylus 5G 2023 cosmic black color with stylus

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!
The back of the Realme 11 Pro+.

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.
Someone holding the OnePlus Nord N30 5G outside.

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.
The Galaxy Z Fold 4's open screen and crease.

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.
Someone outside holding the Pixel 6a. We see the back of the phone.

Google Pixel 6a review: cheap, small, and packing a big punch

The Google Pixel 6a is here. It has a fresh design, a custom Google chipset, and it now costs just $349. Is it a good buy in 2023? Here's our full review.
A person opening the Honor Magic Vs.

Honor Magic Vs review: a load of old hocus-pocus

The Honor Magic Vs is a big-screen folding smartphone here to take on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4. Unfortunately, as we found out, the Galaxy is safe for now.
Someone holding the Motorola Edge Plus (2023) at an angle.

Motorola Edge Plus (2023) review: a Pixel 7 Pro and Galaxy S23 killer

The Motorola Edge Plus (2023) is Motorola's answer to the Galaxy S23 and Pixel 7 Pro. But is it any good? Here's a closer look at the $799 flagship.
Google Pixel 7a held in hand in front of Disneyland castle

Google Pixel 7a review: a good Pixel, but a hard sell

Google has just released the Pixel 7a, the latest phone in the Pixel A-series. But is this upgrade worth the price increase from the Pixel 6a? Let's find out.
A person holding the Poco F5 Pro and showing the back.

Using this new Android phone made me miss my Pixel 7

The Poco F5 Pro is the highest-spec phone the brand has made, but that doesn't make it exciting. Our review goes into why it needs more than good stats.
RedMagic 8 Pro Titanium Edition back

The RedMagic 8 Pro is the year’s best phone you haven’t heard of

The RedMagic 8 Pro is a gorgeous-looking gaming phone that offers excellent performance, battery life and a lovely display.
The back of the Motorola ThinkPhone.

Motorola ThinkPhone review: all business, no fun, no sale

Yes, you can buy the Motorola ThinkPhone even if you're not a business, but does that mean you should? We found out after using it.

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Section Editor, Mobile

Joe Maring is the Section Editor for Digital Trends’ Mobile team, leading the site’s coverage for all things smartphones, tablets, and wearables. Since joining the industry in 2012, Joe has reported on the latest mobile tech news, reviewed countless devices, and worked with other writers to help them find the angles that matter.

Need to get in touch? You can reach Joe at jmaring@digitaltrends.com, or find him on Twitter as @JoeMaring1.