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Christine Romero-Chan

Christine Romero-Chan

Staff Writer, Mobile
Author/Co-Author of 593 articles

Christine Romero-Chan has been writing about technology, specifically Apple, for over a decade. She graduated from California State University Long Beach with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications, and her byline has appeared on sites like iMore, MakeUseOf, AppAdvice, Lifehacker, MacLife, and more. While her speciality has been all things Apple, especially the iPhone, she loves technology in general. Before the iPhone, she enjoyed seeing the latest innovations in the mobile space, from BlackBerry to the Palm Pre. Though she's been using an iPhone for the past 14 years, she is open to dabbling with Android and other mobile platforms, which is why she's here at Digital Trends.

Christine's other interests include mechanical keyboards (the superior typing experience), mobile photography, lots of coffee, food, Star Wars, a lot of animated series, and gaming. She's also based in Southern California, so she takes advantage of this by being a Disneyland passholder. If she isn't writing, chances are high that you'll find her at Disneyland with her husband and daughter.

You can find Christine on Mastodon.

Someone holding the white iPhone 16.

The best small phones in 2025: the 5 best ones you can buy

In a world of giant handsets, some of the smallest phones can still pack a punch. We take a look at the best small phones you can buy in 2023.
Mobile Best-ofs
ECG app on the Fitbit Charge 6.

The best fitness trackers in 2025: 8 best ones you can buy

Looking for your first fitness tracker or an upgrade to the one you're wearing? Here are our picks for the best fitness trackers that are available right now.
Mobile Best-ofs
The back of the white Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

The best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra cases in 2025: 15 best ones

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is an awesome (and expensive) phone. If you have one, make sure it's protected with a good case.
Mobile Best-ofs
An iPhone 16 Pro showing RCS messaging.

I finally have RCS on my iPhone, and it’s one of my favorite iOS 18 features

I've had iOS 18 on my iPhone for a few months now, and one of my favorite new features is RCS messaging. Here's why.
Mobile Features
The Apple Watch Series 10.

5 things I want to see from the Apple Watch in 2025

A new year is almost here, and Apple could make some big changes to its popular wearable, the Apple Watch. Here's what I want to see.
Mobile Features
Using Visual Intelligence on an iPhone 16 Pro showing ChatGPT answer.

How to use Visual Intelligence on your iPhone with iOS 18.2

If you have an iPhone 16 device, then you should now be able to use Visual Intelligence. Here's how it works.
Mobile Guides
All four colors of the Samsung Galaxy S24 next to each other.

Samsung Galaxy S25: everything we know so far

The Samsung Galaxy S25 will be here before you know it. Based on the latest news on the possible release date and more, here's what you need to know.
Mobile News
The Android 15 logo on a smartphone.

When will my phone get Android 15? Here’s everything we know

Android 15 is finally here, at least on certain phones. Here's everything we know about when the update is coming to your phone.
Mobile Guides
The Oura Ring 4 alongside the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Your Oura Ring’s 2024 Year in Review is now live. Here’s how to find it

Oura Ring is one of the best smart rings you can get on the market, and now you can view your year in review.
Mobile News
iPhone 16 Pro Max next to the 16 Plus, 16 Pro and regular iPhone 16

5 things I want to see from the iPhone in 2025

A new year is just around the corner. Here's what I hope Apple will do with the iPhone in 2025.
Mobile Features
Using Visual Intelligence on an iPhone 16 Pro showing ChatGPT answer.

Visual Intelligence has made the Camera Control on my iPhone 16 worth using

I was initially let down by the iPhone 16 Camera Control button, but the latest update finally makes it worth using.
Mobile Features
Leaked render of iPhone 17 Pro Max front glass and rear camera bar module.

A new render teases the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s big redesign, and I’m torn

We're months away from a new flagship iPhone, but if these renders are to be believed, we're in for substantial changes next year.
Mobile News
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung’s phone repair service is getting a big upgrade in January

Have a Samsung Galaxy device and subscribe to Care+? You're getting a new perk starting in January.
Mobile News
A person holding the open Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is one of the best folding phones around. But before you buy it, here are five other phones you should consider first.
Mobile Features
An iPhone 15 Pro Max running iOS 18, showing its home screen.

iOS 18: Everything you need to know about the iPhone update

iOS 18 is one of the biggest updates for the iPhone. Here are all the details on this feature-packed update.
Mobile Guides
Amazon Kindle (2024) in Matcha Green.

The best Kindle in 2025: Here are the top Kindles for reading

Amazon has a variety of Kindle devices for every kind of reader. Whether you just want basic books, comics, or even notes, there's a Kindle for you.
Mobile Best-ofs
Google News on a Pixel 9 Pro.

Your Google News app is getting a subtle redesign. Here’s what’s changing

Google continues to simplify its first-party apps on Android, this time with Google News.
Mobile News
A person opening the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 cases in 2025

If you're getting a new Galaxy Z Fold 6, then you definitely need a case to protect your foldable. Here are the best options we've found.
Mobile Best-ofs
Rose Quartz Pixel 9 Pro on a peppermint background.

I’ve had the Google Pixel 9 Pro for three months. Here’s why I still love it

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is one of 2024's best smartphones. How does it hold up over three months after its release?
Mobile Features
The Nothing Phone 2, Nothing Phone 2a, and Nothing Phone 2a Plus.

Another Nothing Phone can now download the Android 15 beta

If you have a Nothing Phone 2a Plus, you can finally get the Android 15 beta.
Mobile News
A person holding the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.

The iOS 18.2 update includes a special feature just for iPhone 16 Pro users

If you have an iPhone 16 Pro model and iOS 18.2, then you have a cool new feature in Voice Memos.
Mobile News
iPhone 16 Pro Max next to the 16 Plus, 16 Pro and regular iPhone 16

iPhone 17: everything we know so far

The iPhone 17 is still a ways out, but the rumor mill is already churning. Here's what we know so far.
Mobile News
A book page on the Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition.

The best e-readers for 2025

If you love to read, then an e-reader is a must. Here are the best ones you can get right now.
Mobile Best-ofs
Home screen layout of the 2024 iPad mini.

You can now use an external webcam with Microsoft Teams on your iPad. Here’s how

Like using Microsoft Teams on your iPad? Now you can finally use it with an external camera.
Mobile News
A view of both long edges of the iPhone 16e

iPhone 16e: release date, price and everything you need to know

The iPhone 16e is an iPhone on a sort-of budget. Here's everything we know about Apple's newest iPhone.
Mobile News
A Google Pink 9 in a pink case.

The best Google Pixel 9 cases in 2024

The Pixel 9 is the latest offering from Google, and it's quite a beauty. Make sure to keep it protected with these cases.
Mobile Best-ofs
iPhone 15 Pro held in hand in front of a Christmas tree.

Best apps to get your phone Christmas ready

Whether you love the holidays or not, it's that time of year again. Here are some apps and games to help make the holidays a little easier.
Mobile Guides
The back of the Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 6 Pro.

Google quietly announced a huge change for the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel Fold

Have an older Pixel device like the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, or Pixel Fold? Google has a nice surprise for you.
Mobile News
Someone holding a Google Pixel 9.

Google’s December 2024 Pixel Drop just arrived with a boatload of new features

Google's Pixel Drop for December 2024 is here, and it's a giant update. Here's a rundown of all the new features.
Mobile News
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) and Apple iPhone SE (2020) together.

The iPhone SE 4 is going to be a bigger deal than you think

We can expect a new iPhone in just a matter of months with an iPhone SE 4. Here's why it's likely going to be a bigger deal than you think.
Mobile Features
iPhone 16 Pro Max next to the 16 Plus, 16 Pro and regular iPhone 16

Every iPhone 16 model has a Cyber Week deal. This is the one I’d choose

Need a phone upgrade? There's no better time than Cyber Week, and Best Buy has a great deal on the entire iPhone 16 lineup.
Mobile Deals
Anker Nano 3-in-1 10,000mAh portable power bank for iPhone.

Anker makes my favorite iPhone 16 power bank, and it’s on sale for Cyber Week

Everyone needs to have an external battery pack with them, and this is one of the best ones you can get during Cyber Week.
Mobile Deals
The Voice Recorder app running on the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

Google is preparing a cool new feature for its Pixel Recorder app

Google's Pixel Recorder app on its Pixel phones is about to get a lot better with this new feature.
Mobile News
Someone holding the iPhone 16 Pro.

5 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 16 Pro

Considering picking up an iPhone 16 Pro? Before you spend your hard-earned cash, here are a few alternatives you should look at first.
Mobile Features
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