Andy Boxall
Senior Mobile Writer
Andy is a Senior Writer at Digital Trends, where he concentrates on mobile technology, a subject he has written about for almost a decade. During that time he has seen the evolution from 2G to 5G, reviewed dozens of smartphones, worn dozens of smartwatches (not at the same time), and visited many manufacturers and events all over the world. A multi-year veteran of Mobile World Congress, CES, IFA, and Baselworld trade shows, Andy always has a strong opinion on the mobile industry, and is excited about its future. Follow him on Twitter, @AndyBoxall, where the talk goes way beyond mobile tech.
Oura Ring’s newest feature lets you spy on your friends
Oura Ring’s newest feature lets you spy on your friends
The Oura Ring has its first social feature, called Circles, which lets you share your three key daily scores with friends.
Motorola did something ridiculous to its new Razr phones
Motorola's new Razr folding smartphones look like winners, except the company has made an odd decision with the device's names, and its very confusing.
This cheap Android phone is one of the best I’ve used in 2023
The Realme 11 Pro+ does something most other cheap phones can't. It delivers on the promise of its specs, and shows what cheap phones should be like.
iOS 17’s coolest new feature is horrible news for Android users
Forget the argument about blue bubbles versus green bubbles. iOS 17 is adding another new feature that's bad news for Android users.
This one, crucial thing will make or break the Apple Vision Pro
If Apple really wants the Vision Pro headset to succeed, it needs to think really seriously about how people who wear glasses use it.
Everything new in watchOS 10 — the biggest Apple Watch update in years
Everything new in watchOS 10 — the biggest Apple Watch update in years
WatchOS 10 is a big update for the Apple Watch, and it's coming later this year! Here's a look at all the new features.
Motorola made one of the year’s best phones — but it’s not enough
The fantastic Edge Plus (2023) is the first Motorola phone we've fully recommended for a long time, and the company needs to see it as a new start.
Is the Oura Ring worth it? I wore it for 18 months to find out
The Oura Ring is one of the few pieces of smart jewelry you can buy, but is it one to consider? Our long-term review tells you what you need to know.
I don’t want Apple to announce its VR headset
The rumors say Apple will announce its long-awaited Reality Pro VR headset at WWDC 2023, but my wallet is begging the company not to do so.
The best Android phones in 2023: the 13 best ones you can buy
The best Android phones in 2023: the 13 best ones you can buy
If you’re an Android fan in search of a new smartphone, then allow us to find the perfect partner. Here are the best Android phones at various prices.
I used a smart blood pressure monitor for the first time — and it blew me away
When I was told I had to monitor my blood pressure, I wanted to use something more high-tech than a normal cuff. It was exactly the right thing to do.
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.
Is this cheap foldable finally a good Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 alternative?
After being given a lower-than-expected price, we've revisited the Honor Magic Vs folding phone. Is it good enough to buy now?
The Pixel Watch has been utterly crushed by its latest rival
The Pixel Watch has been utterly crushed by its latest rival
After being impressed by the TicWatch Pro 5, we made a return to the Pixel Watch -- and it shows exactly where Google went wrong with its smartwatch.
MediaTek wants to bring its phone tech to cars, and Nvidia’s going to help
MediaTek wants to bring its phone tech to cars, and Nvidia’s going to help
MediaTek and Nvidia have announced a partnership to work on a connected platform for cars called Dimensity Auto.
The best smartwatches in 2023: our 11 favorite ones
The best smartwatches in 2023: our 11 favorite ones
Smartwatches offer notifications, fitness tracking, and more. Choosing one is the hard part, so to help, here is our list of the best smartwatches in 2023.
No, you really don’t need Google Assistant on your smartwatch
Google Assistant is becoming a rarity on smartwatches, and isn't on the new TicWatch 5 Pro. But does it really matter?
I have to stop using the Pixel 7a — but I don’t want to
Despite having phones that are a lot more expensive at hand, I realized the $500 Pixel 7a is all the phone I actually need, and without compromising either.
TicWatch Pro 5 review: the Wear OS watch I’ve been waiting for
The days of disappointing Wear OS smartwatches may be at an end, as the Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 has finally arrived, and it has lived up to expectations.
I should stop wearing the Oura Ring, but I can’t
I'm still wearing the third-generation Oura Ring smart ring, but things about it make me think I shouldn't be, despite it being a great product.
Have an old Google Pixel? This camera test will make you want a Pixel 7a
Google is renowned for great phone cameras and photo software. In our Pixel 7a vs. Pixel 4a camera test, we see how things have moved on in three years.
I used YouTubers’ favorite camera phone of 2023, and I wasn’t impressed
The Oppo Find X6 Pro has been described as having the best camera out there at the moment, but is it? We found out.
The Pixel 7a would be better if Google brought back this brilliant accessory
I like the Google Pixel 7a, but I'm not so taken with the official cases for the phone, and it has made me wish for the return of a great Google accessory.
Our Pixel 7a vs. Pixel 7 camera test has a surprising winner
The Google Pixel 7 isn't much more expensive than the Google Pixel 7a, but is the camera a lot better? We found out in our extensive, in-depth test.
Apple, Samsung, and Google could learn a lot from this unique phone
We take a close look at how the Huawei P60 Pro's special Rococo Pearl finish and ergonomic design set it apart from the competition.
Sorry, but you’re all wrong — any Pixel 7 is a great buy
I bet you're worried about buying a Google Pixel 7, aren't you? Scared off by stories of reliability issues? Well, don't be.
Don’t buy the Google Pixel Fold (yet)
The Pixel Fold is here and it's all very exciting, but don't let that cloud your judgment, as it's worth waiting before you buy one.
Google Pixel Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: choose your foldable wisely
Google Pixel Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: choose your foldable wisely
How does the new Google Pixel Fold stack up against the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4? As you'll see, there is a lot to consider before making any decision to buy.
The Pixel Fold’s most interesting feature won’t be available at launch
The Pixel Fold’s most interesting feature won’t be available at launch
The Dual Screen Interpreter feature Google showed off on the Pixel Fold won't be available at launch, and you'll have to wait for Android 14 to try it.
This amazing new foldable beats the Galaxy Z Fold 4 in two ways
This amazing new foldable beats the Galaxy Z Fold 4 in two ways
Huawei's new big-screen folding smartphone manages to be thinner and lighter than the Galaxy Z Fold 4, and it looks amazing.
The Pixel 7 Pro’s camera has finally met its match
Can the Huawei P60 Pro's camera really beat the Google Pixel 7 Pro, which has one of the best cameras available? We find out in a quick, and tough, test.
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.
I’m sick of big, ugly phone cameras — and they’re only getting worse
We all want better cameras on our phones, but are we willing to accept the cost? I don't mean financially — I mean aesthetically and ergonomically.
Motorola’s newest phone has something we’ve never seen before
Motorola’s newest phone has something we’ve never seen before
Motorola's newest phone — the Edge 40 — has something we've never seen before in any other smartphone.