Published Nov 7, 2026, 6:00 AM EST

I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another. I delight in looking at the phone market from as many angles as possible, and while my opinions may be odd, at times, they're always from the heart as much as the head.

I have a background in the mobile accessories world, which explains my odd enthusiasm for cases and things that clip onto smartphones.

I worked for Digital Trends from 2017 to 2025 .

The Fitbit Edge is the latest wearable from Google, and despite the name, it's basically a renamed Fitbit Charge . That's not necessarily a bad thing. The Charge was usually one of the best fitness trackers in any year it was released.

And true to past form, the Edge is excellent as well.…