Joe Maring
Joe Maring was a Senior Editor for Android Central between 2017 and 2021. You can reach him on Twitter at @JoeMaring1.
Latest articles by Joe Maring

Best of 2018 Awards — The Best Smartwatch & Fitness Tracker
By Joe Maring last updated
Whether you need to see all of your notifications at a glance or keep tabs on your steps throughout the day, the Samsung Galaxy Watch is the best smartwatch/fitness tracker you can get in 2018.

Fossil Gen 5 smartwatch review: Showing its age
By Joe Maring, Derrek Lee last updated
The Fossil Gen 5 used to be a standout Wear OS smartwatch, but the aging Snapdragon 3100 chipset holds it back.

5 reasons a Chromebook is better than an iPad and 5 reasons it's not
By Joe Maring last updated
Chromebooks are great, and in many regards, better than an iPad. Here are 5 reasons why we prefer them over iPads, as well as 5 reasons why an iPad might be a better choice.

How to delete your WhatsApp account
By Joe Maring, Michael L Hicks published
So, you want to delete your WhatsApp account. This is a decision that shouldn't be made lightly, but if you're determined to do it, we have the steps showing you exactly what to do.

Fitbit Sense review: The best Fitbit ever is finally living up to its promise
By Joe Maring published
The Fitbit Sense can track your activity, sleep, blood-oxygen levels, body temperature, and stress. Now, the question remains — is it worth $230?

Samsung Galaxy S21: Your complete buyer's guide to the new S21 series
By Joe Maring published

5 things parents need to know about buying their kid a Chromebook
By Joe Maring, Chris Wedel published
Have a kid that’s going back to school? Before you buy them a Windows laptop, here are a few things you should know about Chromebooks.

Moto G7 Play vs. LG Stylo 4: Which should you buy?
By Joe Maring last updated
The Moto G7 Play and LG Stylo 4 are two solid Android phones that can be bought for less than $200. Which is the best overall buy? Let's dig in.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7: Everything you need to know!
By Joe Maring last updated
The Galaxy Note 7 lived a short and eventful life. Here's everything you need to know about one of the most controversial phones ever created.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 vs. iPad Pro: Which should you buy?
By Joe Maring, Christine Persaud last updated
The Galaxy Tab S7 is the new Android tablet champ, but how does it compare to the iPad Pro? Here's a look at what's the same, what's different, and which one you should ultimately buy.

Fitbit Versa 2 vs. Versa Lite: Which is right for you?
By Joe Maring, Courtney Lynch published
The Fitbit Versa 2 and Versa Lite have a lot in common. So what are the differences and which is best for your needs? Here's what we found!

Why 2020 made small phones fun again
By Joe Maring last updated
Thanks to devices like the Pixel 4a, Galaxy S20, and iPhone 12 mini, small phones came back in a big way during 2020. And you know what? I couldn't be more excited about it

Are you disappointed with the Galaxy S20's fingerprint sensor?
By Joe Maring last updated
Just like the S10 before it, the Galaxy S20 using an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor. Looking through the AC forums, our members have mixed feelings about how well the sensor works.

What's your favorite thing about the Galaxy S20?
By Joe Maring last updated
With a 120Hz AMOLED display, impressive cameras, and long battery life, the Galaxy S20 brings a lot to the table. What's your favorite thing about the phone?

Are you keeping the Galaxy S20's pre-installed screen protector on?
By Joe Maring last updated
Like other Samsung phones before it, the Galaxy S20 comes with a pre-installed screen protector. Are you leaving it on your phone or taking it off?

OnePlus needs to swallow its pride and support wireless charging
By Joe Maring last updated
OnePlus makes some of the best Android phones you can buy, but the company's continued decision to not support wireless charging is getting ridiculous.

Is it worth buying the Galaxy Note 10 in 2020?
By Joe Maring last updated
It was one of the most powerful phones of last year, but now that it's 2020, is it still worth buying the Galaxy Note 10?

A (brief) history of the folding phone
By Joe Maring last updated
Folding phones are quickly becoming a norm in the mobile tech space, but how did they get started and where are we heading? Here's a brief history of the folding phone!
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