The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a solid offering from Samsung that seems a bit expensive on the surface, but offers all the premium features you would expect from a flagship in a compact form factor.
Its Dynamic AMOLED display is punchy and vibrant and does a good job when it comes to gaming. Its form factor is probably the main reason to pick it, as it’s small enough for one-handed use and also packs in enough battery life to last you a whole workday and some more.
The cameras do an excellent job in daylight and low light and the same goes for video recording, which is top-notch. One downside is that the phone does heat up when stressed. The Galaxy S22 gets quite hot when using the camera and this may turn out to be a deal-breaker for some.
The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a flagship Android phone featuring a 6.5-inch 120Hz OLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB RAM, and 256/512GB storage, expandable via microSD. It has a triple rear camera (48MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto) and a 12MP front camera. The phone includes a 5000mAh battery with 30W wired charging, IPX8 water resistance, and comes with Android 15
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is Google's largest flagship phone, featuring a large, bright 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display, the Google Tensor G5 chip for smooth performance, enhanced cameras, Pixel Snap magnetic accessory support, and improved battery life. It offers premium AI-driven software features like NotebookLM and is a significant upgrade for users seeking a large screen, long battery life, and a powerful Android experience with the latest hardware and software advancements
The iPhone 11 is a smartphone from Apple featuring a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina HD display, the A13 Bionic chip, and a dual 12MP camera system with Wide and Ultra Wide lenses, enabling 4K video recording. Released in 2019, it offers IP68 water and dust resistance and supports wireless charging. With its strong camera, powerful chip, and long-lasting battery, the iPhone 11 provided excellent value and remains a capable device, especially for those seeking a more affordable Apple iPhone.
The iPhone 12 features a modern design with flat edges, an advanced A14 Bionic chip with 5G connectivity, and an improved dual-camera system that includes Night Mode on both front and rear cameras. It boasts a durable Ceramic Shield front glass, a crisp OLED Super Retina XDR display, and introduces the MagSafe system for accessories and charging. While battery life is decent for a full day, the device lacks a telephoto lens, LiDAR scanner, and a 120Hz display refresh rate, common in newer models.
The iPhone 12 Pro is a 2020 smartphone featuring a A14 Bionic chip, a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with Ceramic Shield, and a triple-camera system with Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto lenses. It sports a premium stainless steel frame, MagSafe and wireless charging, 5G connectivity, and LiDAR Scanner for enhanced night mode portraits and faster autofocus. The iPhone 12 Pro also offers IP68 water resistance, multiple storage options (128GB, 256GB, 512GB), and supports the latest iOS updates.
The iPhone 13 features a powerful A15 Bionic chip, a bright 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, an advanced dual-camera system with Cinematic mode, and improved battery life compared to its predecessor. It retains Face ID, Ceramic Shield durability, and water resistance, while the notch is 20% smaller. As of early 2025, it still runs the latest iOS and is expected to receive updates for several more years.
The iPhone 13 Pro is a 2021 flagship device featuring a powerful A15 Bionic chip, a high-refresh-rate 120Hz ProMotion display, and a significant upgrade to its triple-camera system with a 3x telephoto lens, macro mode, and Cinematic Mode video. It retains a premium design with stainless steel and a matte glass back but has a larger notch than its predecessors and still uses the Lightning port. While lacking Apple Intelligence, it remains a capable and fluid-feeling device for everyday tasks, with support for major iOS updates expected until at least 2027.
The iPhone 14 is a refinement of its predecessor, the iPhone 13, with key upgrades including improved low-light photography via the Photonic Engine, new emergency features like Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via Satellite, and support for eSIM in the US. While it retains the familiar design, performance is boosted by a new 5-core GPU A15 Bionic chip, and it introduces Action mode for enhanced video stabilization.