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Joe Maring

Joe Maring

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.

The Google Pixel Tablet was the most innovative tablet of 2023.

The most innovative tablets of 2023

2023 was a surprisingly strong year for tablets — including many innovative ones! Here are our picks for the most innovative tablets of the year.
Mobile Features
A top view of someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

I was completely wrong about the Google Pixel Watch 2

I really didn't like the first Google Pixel Watch, so I was dreading using the Pixel Watch 2. But after a few weeks of use, I'm happy to admit I was dead wrong.
Mobile Features
Duolingo 2023 Year in Review running on an iPhone.

Duolingo Year in Review 2023: how to find yours right now

Duolingo's 2023 Year in Review has landed! Want to find your very own Duolingo recap for 2023? Here's everything you need to know.
Mobile Guides
Google Chat app on the Play Store.

Google just redesigned one of its biggest apps, and it’s bad

Google Chat just received a major update, including a new way to navigate the app. And it's ... something else.
Mobile News
Anker 747 charger on a table.

The best charger I’ve ever used has a huge Black Friday discount

Anker's 150W charger is one of the best I've ever used — and it just got a big discount for Black Friday 2023.
Mobile Deals
The Nothing Chats splash page in the app.

Nothing’s iMessage for Android app is unbelievably bad

Earlier this week, Nothing Chats launched as a new app to get iMessage on an Android phone. As it turns out, it's a bit of a hot mess.
Mobile News
iMessage on an iPhone 14 Pro Max, plus iMessage on an Android phone using the Beeper app.

It’s finally happening — your iPhone is getting RCS in 2024

Folks, it's actually happening. Starting in 2024, your iPhone will finally get RCS support to make texting with Android phones better than ever.
Mobile 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.
Mobile Reviews
A blue Google Pixel 8 Pro, laying face-down next to a small pumpkin and squash.

I’ve had the Google Pixel 8 Pro for a month. Here’s why I’m keeping it

I've had the Google Pixel 8 Pro for over a month. Is it still one of the year's best Android phones? Have software bugs ruined it? Here's what I've learned.
Mobile Features
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.
Mobile Reviews
Someone wearing a Fitbit Charge 6 with a coral band.

Fitbit’s $160 fitness tracker is way better than I expected

How good can a $160 fitness tracker be? That's how much Fitbit is asking for the new Fitbit Charge 6. And you know what? It's shockingly great.
Mobile Reviews
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE laying face-down on a table.

Samsung just did something strange to its newest Android phone

Samsung just launched the Galaxy S23 FE. It's a new Android phone that was supposed to cost $600, but it now has a new, more expensive price.
Mobile News
The Google Photos app running on a Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I just spent $100 on Google Photos for a ridiculous reason

Google Photos is one of the best cloud photo libraries around — and I just spent $100 on it for a very silly reason.
Mobile Features
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.
Mobile Reviews
The Duolingo app icon with a new melting design.

Why is your Duolingo app melting? Here’s why it looks weird

Does your Duolingo app look weird this morning? More specifically, does it look like Duo is melting? You're not alone! Here's what's going on.
Mobile News
Someone wearing an Apple Watch Ultra 2, showing the Modular Ultra watch face.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 review: why I think you’ll love it

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 isn't all that different from the first Apple Watch Ultra. But it's still a phenomenal smartwatch. We explain why in our full review.
Mobile Reviews
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.
Mobile Reviews
Someone holding the Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pro Max.

I’ve had the iPhone 15 Pro Max for 48 hours. Here are 3 things you need to know

I've been using the iPhone 15 Pro Max for 48 hours. I really like it, and there are a few things you need to know about it.
Mobile Features
Someone holding a Deep Purple iPhone 14 Pro Max, showing the back of the phone.

Why I went back to the iPhone 14 Pro Max (and why I still love it)

Earlier this year, I stopped using the iPhone 14 Pro Max because of its size and weight. But I recently went back to it, and something interesting happened.
Mobile Features
Event invite for Google's Made by Google event happening in October 2023.

Google just dropped the date for its Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 announcement

Just one day after Apple announced its iPhone 15 event, Google has sent out invites for its Pixel 8 event. Here's what we know.
Mobile News
Invite for Apple's September 2023 event.

It’s official — Apple will announce the iPhone 15 on September 12

It's almost time to stop speculating. Apple has just confirmed that its next big event — where we expect to see the iPhone 15 — will be on September 12.
Mobile News
Overhead view of an Apple Watch Ultra resting on a wooden patio.

I ditched my Apple Watch 6 months ago. Here’s why I’m going back

Earlier this year, I decided to leave my Apple Watch behind for a different smartwatch. Nearly six months later, I'm going back to it. Here's why.
Mobile Features
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 with its cover screen on.

I thought I’d hate the Galaxy Z Flip 5 — until I changed one thing

I've been using the Galaxy Z Flip 5 for a few weeks now, and I really, really love it. But it didn't start out that way.
Mobile Features
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra sitting on a chair outside, with its screen on.

Samsung’s $1,200 Android tablet is amazing, but you shouldn’t buy it

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is a $1,200 Android tablet with some of the best specs you'll find. But should you buy it? We find out in our review.
Mobile Reviews
Someone wearing the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 review: Android smartwatch perfection

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is is a seemingly small upgrade over its predecessor, but with upgrades in key areas, it's an unmistakably great buy.
Mobile Reviews
The back of the Nothing Phone 2.

4 reasons you should absolutely buy this $599 Android phone

I've been using the Nothing Phone 2 for a couple of weeks. It's fun, high-quality, and should absolutely be your next smartphone. Here's why.
Mobile Features
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4.

Samsung just gave us 3 big Galaxy Unpacked teasers

We're just days away from Galaxy Unpacked, and leading up to it, Samsung has given us a few interesting teasers to get us properly excited.
Mobile News
The back of the Galaxy S23 Ultra, focusing on its rear cameras.

I’m still using the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra for one important reason

The Galaxy S23 Ultra isn't the newest Android phone on the block these days. However, there's one critical reason why I keep coming back to it.
Mobile Features
Apple Watch Ultra sitting on a yellow bench.

5 things I learned after I stopped wearing my Apple Watch

I stopped wearing my Apple Watch a few months ago. It's been a fun and exciting change. But as time goes on, I'm starting to regret it.
Mobile Features
Instagram Threads app.

Instagram Threads: what you need to know, and how to sign up

Instagram Threads — Instagram's new Twitter alternative — is finally here. Here's everything you need to know about the app, including how to sign up.
Mobile Guides
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4.

This is the date Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5

It's official. Samsung's next Unpacked event is happening on July 26 — and it's where we expect to see the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5.
Mobile News
The Motorola Razr Plus with its cover screen on, showing the home page.

I’ve reviewed phones for 10 years — this is my favorite one of 2023

I've been reviewing smartphones for 10 years. The Motorola Razr Plus is here, and it's quickly become my favorite phone of 2023. Here's why.
Mobile Features
The back of the Pixel 7 Pro held in a person's hand.

The Pixel 8 may fix two of my biggest complaints about the Pixel 7

The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro haven't impressed with their lackluster battery life or slow charging speeds. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro may fix this.
Mobile News
The Motorola Defy Satellite Link dongle.

This small gadget gives you the iPhone 14’s best feature for $149

Satellite connectivity remains one of the coolest iPhone 14 features. But now, you can buy a $149 gadget to add satellite messaging to your existing phone.
Mobile News
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