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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.

Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, showing the front and back of the phone.

Is this our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6?

Are you ready for a new folding phone? We seem to have our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Mobile News
Someone wearing Motorola's concept folding phone on their wrist.

I used Motorola’s futuristic folding phone, and it’s truly crazy

Motorola is no stranger to folding phones, but its latest one is unlike anything else I've ever used or seen before.
Mobile Features
The OnePlus Watch 2 sitting on a chest.

I reviewed the OnePlus Watch 2. Is it the new smartwatch to beat?

The OnePlus Watch 2 is the second smartwatch from OnePlus, and it's a big improvement over the first model. But is it actually worth buying this time?
Mobile Reviews
A photo of the AT&T logo on a building.

Were you affected by the AT&T outage? You may get some free money

Following AT&T's disastrous outage last week, the carrier is now responding with free bill credits. Here's how it works.
Mobile News
Large 5G cellular tower with multiple mmWave transceivers against a blue sky.

Everything you need to know about the massive AT&T outage

It's not just you. On Thursday, February 22, 2024, AT&T experienced a large service outage. Here's everything you need to know.
Mobile News
The Galaxy S23 Ultra and Galaxy S24 Ultra's rear panels.

Have one of these Samsung phones? You’re getting Galaxy AI features next month

Did you buy a Samsung phone within the last year? There's a good chance you'll be getting Galaxy AI features as part of a new software update coming in March.
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
Someone wearing a black Whoop 4.0 tracker.

I wore the Whoop 4.0 fitness tracker for a month. Here’s why I’m getting rid of it

I spent a month and a half wearing the Whoop 4.0 fitness tracker. There's a lot I really, really like about it ... but I also can't keep wearing it.
Mobile Features
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

Google just announced Android 15. Here’s everything that’s new

It's that time once again. Google has just announced Android 15 and released the first developer preview for it. Here's everything that's new!
Mobile News
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

Samsung is fixing an annoying display issue on the Galaxy S24

Complaints about "dull" and "bland" displays for the Galaxy S24 series have been piling up. Thankfully, Samsung says a fix is coming soon.
Mobile News
A leaked hands-on photo of the Google Pixel Fold 2, showing a close-up of its camera module on the back.

I really hope the Google Pixel Fold 2 doesn’t look like this

We've gotten our first look at the Google Pixel Fold 2. And, uh ... it sure is something.
Mobile News
A person holding the Google Pixel Fold.

The Google Pixel Fold 2 just got a lot more exciting

Google's likely working on the Pixel Fold 2, and according to one new report, the upcoming phone may get a massive performance upgrade.
Mobile News
Someone holding the violet/purple Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus. Here’s why it’s one of 2024’s best phones

Next to its S24 and S24 Ultra siblings, the Galaxy S24 Plus may look like the awkward middle child. But it's not. It's actually pretty incredible.
Mobile Reviews
Someone holding the Bay blue Google Pixel 8 Pro.

There’s a new problem with the Google Pixel 8’s camera

The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro remain great phones in 2024. Unfortunately, it looks like a simple — yet annoying — bug is plaguing the camera app.
Mobile News
A black OnePlus 12R laying face down on a table.

I reviewed OnePlus’ $500 Android phone, and it’s spectacular

The OnePlus 12R is a new Android phone from OnePlus. It has a fast processor, an incredible display, and it only costs $500. This is a special one.
Mobile Reviews
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus with its screen turned on.

This is the first thing you need to do when you get your Galaxy S24

If you're getting a Samsung Galaxy S24, congrats! But before you start using your new phone too much, there's one thing you absolutely need to do.
Mobile Features
Someone holding the Natural Titanium iPhone 15 Pro Max.

The iPhone 16 might be in trouble

We're still a few months away from seeing the iPhone 16, but a new report about the upcoming phone doesn't sound promising.
Mobile News
An iOS concept showing a Smart Stack of widgets below the app dock.

I need this iOS concept feature on my iPhone right now

What will the next iOS update add to our iPhones? We don't know for sure, but I hope it includes something like this new concept feature.
Mobile News
A person holding the Apple iPhone 15 Plus.

A big change is coming to the iPhone — but only for some people

The iPhone is in for a big change. With the upcoming arrival of iOS 17.4, app sideloading and third-party app stores will be a thing. But only for some users.
Mobile News
A render of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro in a Mint color.

Google just announced five big updates for the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

Samsung and OnePlus are all the rage right now, but don't forget about Google. Google just launched five big updates for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.
Mobile News
Someone holding the Motorola Edge Plus (2023).

If you have one of these Motorola phones, you’re getting a big Android update

Did you buy a Motorola phone within the last couple of years? Good news! A big Android update is coming your way.
Mobile News
The Slack logo on a purple background.

Slack is down right now. Here’s what we know about the issues [Update]

No, it's not just you. Slack is down right now with multiple issues. Here's everything we know about the outage.
Mobile News
A person holding the Google Pixel 8, showing the screen.

Don’t update your Google Pixel phone — you might break it

Have a Google Pixel phone? Don't install any new software updates that you receive. If you do, there's a good chance you may break your phone.
Mobile News
iOS 17 interactive widgets on an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Check your iPhone right now for an important security update

iOS 17.3 is rolling out to iPhones right now, and it has an important new security feature that you'll want ASAP.
Mobile News
Two phones running Apostrophy OS, sitting next to each other on a chair.

I used a new type of smartphone that could replace Android

Android and iOS are the two choices you have when you buy a smartphone today. But what if there was a third one? Enter Apostrophy OS.
Mobile Features
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in blue, green, and orange colors.

These are Samsung’s secret colors for the Galaxy S24

Similar to years past, the Galaxy S24 comes in a few exclusive colors that you'll only find on Samsung's website. And this year, they look phenomenal.
Mobile News
Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 with the display turned on.

The Galaxy S24 is stealing one of my favorite Google Pixel 8 features

The Samsung Galaxy S24 series has officially landed — and it just so happens to copy one of my favorite features from the Google Pixel 8.
Mobile Features
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra using the Circle to Search feature.

One of the Galaxy S24’s coolest features is coming to other Android phones

The Galaxy S24 just launched with a ton of AI features — and one of them is already coming to other Android phones very soon.
Mobile News
An iPhone in the Clicks keyboard case.

I used one of the coolest iPhone accessories in years at CES 2024

The Clicks Creator Keyboard is a new accessory that adds a keyboard to your iPhone. I went hands-on with it at CES 2024. Here's what you need to know.
Mobile Features
Samsung's "In&Out" folding phone concept at CES 2024.

I saw the future of folding phones at CES 2024

There's a lot of cool tech to see at CES 2024 — including some wild concepts for folding smartphones. Here are two I looked at from Samsung.
Mobile Features
A MacBook, AirPods Max, Apple Watch, iPhone, Google Pixel, and Anker charger all lying next to each other on a desk.

I’m going to CES for the first time in 7 years. Here’s the tech I’m taking with me

CES 2024 is right around the corner, and I'm going for the first time since 2017. Here's the tech I'm taking with me to power through the event.
Mobile Features
Leaked design schematic of Samsung Galaxy S24.

This is the official date Samsung will announce the Galaxy S24

Are you ready for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series? Good! Because Samsung just revealed the official date it's announcing the new phones.
Mobile News
A screenshot of the T-Mobile Tuesdays app, showing a promo for the new T Life app.

The T-Mobile Tuesdays app is about to get a big upgrade

T-Mobile Tuesdays is preparing for a big overhaul. Here's what we know.
Mobile News
A close-up render of the Galaxy S24 in violet.

This is the best Samsung Galaxy S24 leak yet

The Samsung Galaxy S24 has seen endless leaks for months and months. But this latest S24 leak may be the best one yet.
Mobile News
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