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Andy Boxall

Andy Boxall

Senior Mobile Writer
Author/Co-Author of 4978 articles

Andy is a Senior Writer at Digital Trends, where he concentrates on mobile technology, a subject he has written about for more than 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), spent years wearing smart rings, and experienced daily life with smartglasses. He has visited many manufacturers and events all over the world, and is a multi-year veteran of Mobile World Congress, CES, IFA, and Baselworld trade shows. Andy always has a strong opinion on the mobile industry, writes the bi-weekly OuttaFocus column on mobile photography, and enjoys the opportunity to also write about smart home, audio, and entertainment for Digital Trends when he gets the chance.

Pay close attention to his work and you'll spot references to some of his interests outside of technology, whether it's cars, mechanical watches, or even K-pop. You can connect with him on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky. He also can't remember a time when he wasn't carrying around at least two smartphones.

A still image taken from Google I/O 2025's keynote.

Google has its sights set on your next pair of luxury sunglasses

At Google I/O 2025, Google made its intention to dominate luxury smart eyewear very clear. Here's what it means for you.
Notifications on the lock screen in Samsung's One UI 7.

Samsung’s One UI 7 is good, but changing this one setting makes it better

There's a crucial settings change I make to the way notifications are shown in One UI 7, and it makes the software even better.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

Why the Galaxy S25 Edge is more far experimental than you think

We speak to Samsung about who it expects to want the Galaxy S25 Edge, and what the device means to them.
A person wearing the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro.

Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro review: It’s great, provided you can get past one thing

The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro undoubtably looks familiar, but there's a lot going on inside that makes it worth investigating. Here's our in-depth review.
A promotional image of the Huawei Watch 5 42mm.

Huawei goes wearable mad, reveals four new smartwatches

Huawei has announced four new smartwatches, and we've got all the details you need to know.
The back of the CMF Phone 2 Pro.

CMF Phone 2 Pro review: A quirky, fun, and great value smartphone

I've used the bright orange CMF Phone 2 Pro for a while, and this is why I think it deserves a place on your phone shopping list.
Google's Android Show banner.

The 5 biggest takeaways from Google’s Android 16 reveal

Android 16 is shaping up to be a big update, and here's what you need to know from its announcement.
A promotional image for the Nothing and Kef partnership.

Nothing and Kef are making premium audio products together

Technology brand Nothing has announced a partnership with Kef, and work is already underway on a new series of products.
The iOS 18.5 update waiting on an iPhone 16 Pro Max.

iOS 18.5 arrives as Apple edges closer to big iOS 19 reveal

Apple has released iOS and iPadOS 18.5. Here's what's new inside it.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge on a display rack.

The Galaxy S25 Edge ushers in the era of the thin flagship phone

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has been fully revealed, and here's everything you need to know about it.
A person taking the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge out of a pocket.

I’ve held the Galaxy S25 Edge, and I’m completely smitten

I've held and used the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and its incredible thinness has won me over.
OuttaFocus: One brand has a golden opportunity to make the best camera phone of 2025

One brand has a golden opportunity to make the best camera phone of 2025

Sony is about to announce a new Xperia flagship phone, and I've got high expectations for it.
The Whoop 5.0 on a person's wrist.

The Whoop 5.0 is here to make fitness bands cool again

The Whoop 5.0 health tracker isn't a smartwatch or a smart ring, and instead returns with a traditional fitness band look.
A teaser image of the Honor 400 series.

Honor’s Pixel 9a challengers will arrive on May 22

Honor will announce its latest 400 Series phones on May 22.
A still image taken from a video of the Core Devices Core 2 Duo demo.

I’ve changed my mind about the Core 2 Duo smartwatch and Pebble’s return

I wasn't very nice about the Core 2 Duo when it first arrived, but now I've pre-ordered one. Here's what changed.
The Oura Ring 4's inner covering.

Latest Oura Ring features focus on metabolic health improvement

Oura has launched a meal tracking feature, and integration with the Dexcom Stelo glucose monitor.
Android 16 logo on Google Pixel 6a standing on a table.

Intriguing feature shows Google’s serious about security in Android 16

A security feature may help identify serious hacking and intrusion events on your phone in Android 16.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

My adventure with the Galaxy S25 Ultra only confirmed how I feel about it

I took the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra away for a long weekend to capture my adventure. Here's how it performed.
Digital images of Pebble smartwatches Core 2 Duo in white and Core Time in black against a gray background.

See the new Core 2 Duo smartwatch in action for the first time

The Core 2 Duo smartwatch has been demonstrated by Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky, and it looks great.
The front of the Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses.

My long weekend with Ray-Ban Meta reminded me why I love them

I spent a long weekend using the Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses, and it reminded my why they're such a great buy.
A person wearing the Suzanne Kalan Classic Diamond Milli Icon Eternity Tech Ring Jackets.

The Oura Ring gets the red carpet treatment, and it looks incredible

A jewelry designer has taken the Oura Ring and turned it into a ring you'll be proud to wear on the red carpet.
The CMF Phone 2 Pro's different colors.

Nothing wows with budget CMF Phone 2 Pro and earbud range

Nothing has announced the CMF Phone 2 Pro and a range of new earbuds, all available at reasonable prices.
The back of the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro.

The glorious CMF Phone 2 Pro is the smartphone rebel we need

I've got my hands on Nothing's CMF Phone 2 Pro, and it rebels against smartphone norms.
DT OuttaFocus: I swapped my camera for a game controller, and became a better photographer 

I swapped my camera for a game controller, and became a better photographer 

In my efforts to become a better photographer, a video game turned out to be a surprisingly effective tool.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge next to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S25 molds

Galaxy S25 Edge launch date leaks again, and it’s good news

The latest news about the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge's release date places it in May.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE review: A classic tablet made for fun

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE doesn't want to replace your laptop, but can it handle the fun side of tablet ownership? We find out in our in-depth review.
The Nomad Rocky Point Band.

Nomad’s always desirable glow-in-the-dark Apple Watch band is back

Nomad's always desirable glow in the dark Apple Watch band is back, and this time it's made for the Apple Watch Ultra.
A person using the Amazon Kindle Scribe and its stylus.

Why I love the Kindle Scribe, and it’s not for reading or taking notes

I thought the Amazon Kindle Scribe would be the big-screen e-reader I wanted, but its stylus and software introduced me to another, long-forgotten joy instead.
Render of iPhone 17 Pro Max.

iPhone 17 Pro may get a wild, must-have accessory that beats a case

Apple may be planning to make the iPhone 17 Pro's camera module the location for an unusual new accessory type, according to a new rumor.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 10.

10 years on and the Apple Watch has defined the smartwatch era

The Apple Watch is about to celebrate its 10-year anniversary, and we explain why it should be considered the definitive smartwatch.
A screenshot from Google's TED Talk on its smartglasses.

Google demos its smartglasses and makes us hanker for the future

Google has demonstrated its AI smartglasses to the public for the first time, and the future can't come soon enough
The welcome screen for One UI 7 on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

It looks like the big Galaxy S24 One UI 7 update is about to restart

After pausing it to fix a security flaw, it appears Samsung has restarted the One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S24 series.
A person holding the Google Pixel 9a and Apple iPhone 16e.

I tested the Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e’s cameras, and the two almost tied

Which takes better photos, the Apple iPhone 16e or the Google Pixel 9a? It's a close call, but we've got the answer after an extensive test.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The Galaxy S25 doesn’t look like the success Samsung will have wanted

Data shows Samsung is only marginally ahead of Apple in market share, after strategies may not have worked as expected.