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Joe Maring
Joe Maring
Section Editor, Mobile
A person holding the OnePlus 13, showing the wireless charging insert in the camera cutout.

How many software updates does the OnePlus 13 get?

The OnePlus 13 will receive a total of four OS updates and six years of security patches, ensuring it will be a safe and viable handset for years to come.
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Patrick Hearn
The open Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Get the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 at up to $1,000 off with this offer

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Aaron Mamiit
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Aaron Mamiit
A phishing text in the iMessage.

The latest iMessage phishing scam is easy to fall for. Here’s how to avoid it

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Nadeem Sarwar
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Nadeem Sarwar
The Action button on the iPhone 16.

How thin will the iPhone 17 Air be? A new report might have the answer

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Patrick Hearn
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Patrick Hearn
OnePlus Open Apex Edition Crimson Shadow red one held in one hand.

An unusual image has revealed a world-beating OnePlus Open 2 spec

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Andy Boxall
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Andy Boxall
The Samsung Galaxy Ring.

The Samsung Galaxy Ring just got four big updates. Here’s what’s new

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Bryan M. Wolfe
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Bryan M. Wolfe
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 on someone's wrist.

High blood pressure monitoring may finally come to the Apple Watch in 2025

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Patrick Hearn
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Patrick Hearn
A person holding the iPad Air (2024) and taking a photo.

The 2025 iPad Air may get a two-generation performance boost

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Bryan M. Wolfe
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Bryan M. Wolfe
Blackview N1000 Rugged 4G Dumb Feature Phone held in hand.

I bought a dumb phone for my grandma, but ended up using it myself

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Tushar Mehta
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Tushar Mehta
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

It’s 2025, and the iPhone still has an annoying alarm bug

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Patrick Hearn
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Patrick Hearn
The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses come with a charging case.

4 tech products that changed my life last year

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Nirave Gondhia
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Nirave Gondhia
Someone holding a Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

Samsung will buy your old phone, no strings attached

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Andy Boxall
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Andy Boxall
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Apple Watch SE with Nomad Aluminum Band

Apple Watch SE might embrace a new look this year

The next Apple Watch SE, expected to arrive this year, could hit the shelves rocking a new look. The budget watch could also ditch metal in favor of plastic.
Nadeem Sarwar
A side view of the OnePlus Open.

Forget the Galaxy S25 Slim. The OnePlus Open 2 could be the thinnest foldable ever

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the OnePlus Open 2 could be the thinnest folding phone ever made — and it could sport a titanium frame.
Patrick Hearn
Mark Zucvkerberg speaking to Joe Rogan on a podcast appearance.

Zuckerberg vents at Apple over iPhone but forgets Facebook’s flops

The Meta chief says Apple essentially sat on the iPhone and hasn't made any remarkable progress. He didn't mention how Facebook flubbed phones and tablets.
Nadeem Sarwar
Yukai Engineering's Nekojita FuFu on the edge of a mug.

All the cool gadgets that made me sad I didn’t go to CES 2025

I wrote about CES 2025 from the comfort of my home, but a selection of really cool gadgets made me sad I didn't attend the show in person.
Andy Boxall
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A young boy watching a phone's screen.

Most children use TikTok in violation of rules and suffer, finds study

According to new research from University of California San Francisco, teen TikTok users are bypassing the age policies and many show signs of addictive use.
Nadeem Sarwar
Person using an app to look for signs of jaundice.

This AI app lets parents look for signs of infant jaundice at home

Infant jaundice isn't rare, but severe cases can cause brain damage if not properly treated. This app lets parents screen infants, saving them clinical visits.
Nadeem Sarwar
The Nokia G42 in grey.

All Nokia smartphones have been listed as unavailable on HMD’s website

All Nokia phones have been marked as unavailable on HMD's website, indicating the end of the company's presence in the smartphone market.
Patrick Hearn
The Spectricity S1-A sensor.

Phone makers are scared to innovate, and this tiny sensor proves it

There's a tiny sensor that can improve the colors and white balance in smartphone cameras, but we're still waiting for its wide adoption.
Andy Boxall
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is on sale ahead of Unpacked 2025

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is on sale from Samsung right now, with the 256GB model down to $1,200 from $1,300 and the 512GB model down to $1,320 from $1,420.
Aaron Mamiit
The OnePlus 13R with its screen on and showing the lock screen.

Does the OnePlus 13 have a curved screen?

The OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R smartphones featured curved screens, but what about the new OnePlus 13? Here's what you need to know about the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R's screen curvature.
Jess Reyes
OnePlus 13R vs. iPhone 15.

OnePlus 13R vs. Apple iPhone 15: Which rules the midrange?

Are you looking for a new phone? Has your choice come down to a OnePlus 13R or iPhone 15? Let's compare.
Bryan M. Wolfe
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in Titanium Gray with S Pen on back.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra may get an unfortunate S Pen downgrade

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra might lose Bluetooth in its S Pen, which means many of the pen's best features are kaput.
Patrick Hearn
Person using the Watch Duty fire tracker app on their iPhone.

This lifesaving app is helping people track wildfires in California

Watch Duty, a volunteer-backed app run by a non-profit, has become the go-to source of critical information for folks hit by the devastating fires in California.
Nadeem Sarwar
Mockup of redesigned iPhone 17 Pro.

iPhone 17 Pro camera specs leaked. There are good and bad changes

New details about the camera systems found on the iPhone 17 series have leaked. It's interesting news.
Bryan M. Wolfe
All four colors of the Samsung Galaxy S24 laying face-down on a table.

A major Samsung Galaxy S25 leak bares all, and there’s plenty of bad news

A bloated leak has exposed details of the Galaxy S25 series' internal hardware. You won't find any notable upgrades, but a price hike appears certain. Ouch!
Nadeem Sarwar
The OnePlus 13R standing upright, showing the back of the phone.

OnePlus 13R review: the best $600 you can spend on a phone this year

The OnePlus 13R may not be the flashiest phone to launch in 2025, but in terms of raw value and bang for your buck, it's one of the best you'll find.
Joe Maring
The back of the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus is both good and bad, but it’s not ugly

There are good and bad things about the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus, but at least it's not ugly. Here's our in-depth hands-on.
Andy Boxall
Livall PikaBoost 2

The Livall PikaBoost 2 turns any old bicycle into a powerful e-bike

E-bikes can get pricey, but what if you could turn your existing bicycle into a powerful e-bike? That's the idea behind the PikaBoost 2.
Christian de Looper
A person running while wearing the Amazfit Active Smartwatch.

The Amazfit Active 2 was just announced, so the first model is on sale

Jumpstart a brand-new year of health and fitness with the Alexa-powered Amazfit Active Smartwatch, now on sale for $90.
Michael Bizzaco
A person holding the OnePlus 13 showing the screen.

Does the OnePlus 13 have a 120Hz refresh rate?

The OnePlus 13 is the latest entry in OnePlus's flagship-killing lineup. But does it, and the more budget-friendly OnePlus 13R, have 120Hz refresh rates?
Paula Beaton
The Oukitel WP100 Titan at CES 2025.

I found two of the most ridiculous Android phones I’ve ever seen at CES 2025

Have you ever seen an Android phone with a smartwatch on the back? What about one with a 33,000mAh battery? I saw both at CES 2025.
Joe Maring
Possible Apple Invites app.

Apple could be prepping a brand new app

Apple could be prepping a new app for iPhone — or not.
Bryan M. Wolfe
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Grok app on an iPhone.

You no longer need the Twitter/X app to use Grok

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A person holding the Google Pixel 8a, showing the back.

Samsung is gearing up to take on the Google Pixel 8a

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Internal view of the Viv Ring.

This new smart ring generates custom sound to fix your sleep quality

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Person using the ESR Geo Digital Pencil.

ESR has announced the budget Apple Pencil Pro alternative I’ve been waiting for

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A person holding the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung will soon let you rent its phones instead of buying them

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Close up of girl playing a game on the Pinwheel watch

Pinwheel has a $160 Apple Watch Ultra clone made just for kids

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Baseus EnerGeek power bank.

This CES 2025 power bank doubles as a Wi-Fi hotspot, and I love it

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An iPhone perched atop a Satechi OntheGo wireless power bank.

Satechi brought new Qi2 chargers to CES 2025, and they look great

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Android

A video playing on the OnePlus 13.

Does the OnePlus 13 have an IR blaster?

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The back of the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3.

The new Lenovo Legion Tab is the Nexus 7 replacement I’ve waited years for

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Lenovo 2025 tablets announced at CES.

Lenovo’s new Android tablet looks like a great iPad Air alternative

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Lenovo Legion Tab

Forget the iPad mini. Lenovo brought an Android version to CES that looks great

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A person holding the OnePlus 12.

There may be yet another new OnePlus phone coming — and it’s small(ish)

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A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Google Pixel 8 Pro.

MagSafe-like charging will come to Google and Samsung phones this year

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TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus lifestyle.

TCL just announced a new Android tablet at CES that your eyes will love

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Holding an iQoo 13 in the hand.

The iQoo 13 is a perfect teaser of what 2025 smartphones will be like

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Wearables

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 on someone's wrist.

High blood pressure monitoring may finally come to the Apple Watch in 2025

Mobile
Apple Watch SE with Nomad Aluminum Band

Apple Watch SE might embrace a new look this year

Mobile
A person running while wearing the Amazfit Active Smartwatch.

The Amazfit Active 2 was just announced, so the first model is on sale

Mobile
The Amazfit V1tal sitting on a table with its screen on.

Amazfit showed me the future of health gadgets at CES 2025

Mobile
Close up of girl playing a game on the Pinwheel watch

Pinwheel has a $160 Apple Watch Ultra clone made just for kids

Mobile
The Nomad Glow in the Dark Icy Blue Apple Watch band.

Nomad’s sold-out Apple Watch band is back and cooler than ever

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Checking blood pressure levels using the Novosound ultrasound sensor.

The future of real-time blood pressure sensing on smartwatches is here

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A person using the Withings BPM VIsion.

Withings’ blood pressure monitor comes with your own cardiologist inside

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Phone Apps

Grok app on an iPhone.

You no longer need the Twitter/X app to use Grok

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The Apple Photos logo on an iPhone.

I’m giving up on Apple Photos

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Gemini and Gmail apps on the home screen of an Android phone.

How I’m using Google’s Gemini AI app to make me more human

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App Store screenshot on iPhone.

Is your child safe from inappropriate apps on Apple App Store? A report says no

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Front page of a book on Onyx BOOX Go 10.3 tablet.

How to transfer your books from Goodreads to StoryGraph

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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

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Google Photos' year in review feature for 2024.

Google Photos is getting a cool new feature to speed up your photo edits

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Niagara Launcher on a Samsung device.

Niagara Launcher, one of the best Android launchers, finally has backups

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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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