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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.
A hand holding a black Moto G Power 5G showing off its cameras and back.

Moto G Power 5G review: a $300 phone that gets the job done

The Moto G Power 5G is a solid smartphone for the price. However, it comes with a few compromises that you'll need to make if you want to pick it up.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy A54, showing the back.

Samsung Galaxy A54 review: buy it, and make your life more colorful

The Galaxy A54 is colorful in more ways than one, and in our extensive review, we find out if it's the phone to buy — or if it's worth spending a little extra.
A person holding the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate.

Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate review: gaming phone royalty with some hidden talents

The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a seriously powerful smartphone with features galore and some hidden talents too. Our review dives into what makes it special.
Honor Magic 5 Pro in hand.

Honor Magic 5 Pro review: a touch away from greatness

The Honor Magic 5 Pro is a stellar smartphone on paper. It packs a flagship processor, big battery, and 50MP cameras. But is it all worth it?
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G in a bush showing off the back of phone

Samsung Galaxy A14 5G review: a $200 phone shouldn’t be this good

In the market for a new phone and can't spend more than $200? The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G is a fantastic option that you should seriously consider.
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OnePlus 11R review: the value phone you’ve been waiting for

The OnePlus 11R is a cheaper OnePlus 11 with some shared features and cost-cutting in other areas. It's also one of the best budget phones this year.
The back of the Xiaomi 13 Pro.

Xiaomi 13 Pro review: a real threat to the Galaxy S23 Ultra

The Xiaomi 13 Pro packs a lovely design, fast performance, and a phenomenal camera system. We talk all about this new S23 Ultra killer in our full review.
The Nokia G60 5G laid face down on a lapdesk.

Nokia G60 5G review: a strong, but flawed, budget phone

HMD Global has made another play for the budget smartphone market, but is the new Nokia G60 5G good enough?
Apple Watch SE 44mm with Nomad Aluminum Band.

Nomad Aluminum Band review: I’ve never used an Apple Watch band like this

Buying the Nomad Aluminum Band is the most effortless way to make your Apple Watch go with formal wear. It elevates the style quotient to the next level.
Back of the pink Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus review: an incredible phone (with a catch)

The Galaxy S23 Plus is a strange phone. It's not an incredible value or Samsung's top flagship. But for the right person, it can still be pretty incredible.
Opening the folded Oppo Find N2 Flip.

Oppo Find N2 Flip review: is this important flip phone a big flop?

The Oppo Find N2 Flip is a seriously important phone release, as it's prepared to take on the might of Samsung. We find out if it can succeed.
The back of the Poco X5 Pro, held in a person's hand.

Poco X5 Pro review: is this bright yellow phone worth your money?

The Poco X5 Pro is a new phone, but it's only a slight update to the previous model. It has a low price though, so is it still worth your attention?
Samsung Galaxy S22+ lying on a moss covered rock.

Samsung Galaxy S22+ review: An upgraded galaxy

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a powerful modern phone that doesn't do much to distinguish itself from the base S22.
Rear panel of a white Galaxy S22

Samsung Galaxy S22 review: Sleeper powerhouse

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a small phone with a big heart. Yes, it has a few shortcomings, but there's a lot to like here for its asking price.
Galaxy S22 Ultra in Phantom White.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra review: All the phone you’ll need for years

The Galaxy S22 Ultra merges Samsung's S-Series camera prowess with the Galaxy Note's productivity bias, but does it work? Our review shows you why it does.
Holding the partially open Oppo Find N2.

Oppo Find N2 review: the Z Fold 4 rival we need, but can’t easily buy

The Oppo Find N2 folding smartphone is the desirable Z Fold 4 competitor we want, but unfortunately, it's not easy to buy. Is it worth the effort?
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) being held in a mans hand.

Apple iPhone SE (2022) review: small in size, big in value

The iPhone SE (2022) is the smallest and cheapest new iPhone, with some serious power inside too. It has been out for a while, is it still worth buying?
Moto G Play (2023) held in hand in portrait mode

Moto G Play (2023) review: no fun here

The Moto G Play (2023) is Motorola's first new phone of the year, costing just $170. Is it the new budget champ, or does it make too many sacrifices?
Nothing Phone 1 showing the Glyph Interface.

Nothing Phone 1 review: get past the hype and the Phone 1 shines

The Nothing Phone 1 is instantly recognizable due to those eye-catching flashing LEDs on the back, but what's the phone like to actually live with?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 sitting on a window ledge.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 review: an (almost) perfect foldable flip phone

The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is Samsung's latest entry in its flip phone family. It's like its predecessor, but better in some very key ways. Here's our full review.
The iPhone 14 Plus held in a man's hand.

Apple iPhone 14 Plus review: awkwardly brilliant

Apple has brought back the Plus name in 2022 with the iPhone 14 Plus, but should you just pay more to get the iPhone 14 Pro, or less to get the iPhone 14?
iPhone 13 held in hand.

Apple iPhone 13 review: the iPhone for the masses

In our iPhone 13 review, we find it's the phone that Apple expects most people will buy, and for good reason. Here's everything you need to know.
An iPhone 14 standing up on a table. Behind it is a purple water bottle.

Apple iPhone 14 review: the familiar iPhone I can’t help but love

Some people have blasted the iPhone 14 for being just another iPhone. That may be true, but it doesn't stop the iPhone 14 from being damn good at most things it does.
The back of the Realme 10 Pro Plus.

Realme 10 Pro+ review: all that glitters is not gold

The Realme 10 Pro+ has been a faithful companion during our review, but it hasn't captured our heart, and that's a problem for this otherwise good phone.
Man holding the Google Pixel 7 like a camera.

Google Pixel 7 review: hard to resist, but a bit of a risk

The $599 Google Pixel 7 is a great smartphone with a fantastic camera, but is every Pixel 7 alike? In our review, we examine if this matters.
iPhone 14 Pro Max standing against a tree.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max review: big, powerful, and nearly perfect

The iPhone 14 Pro Max is Apple's priciest and heaviest iPhone available today. But it also happens to be one of the very best smartphones money can buy.

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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