Trend Bought Smartphones 2017
Smartphones are perhaps the most personal tech we own. That’s why it’s super important to pick the phone that’s best for your needs. There are many factors to consider from design and operating system to security and durability. We consider every aspect of the smartphone to determine whether it’s a good buy for you, or if you’re better off with something else.When it comes to choosing the best smartphone, it’s always a tough decision. Last year was particularly difficult, because we had two incredible contenders: the iPhone 7 Plus and the Google Pixel XL, and now some newer phones like the LG G6 and Galaxy S8. After much debate and soul searching, we landed on the iPhone 7 Plus as our top pick for the best smartphone of 2016 and nothing has come along yet that can knock it off its pedestal. However, the Pixel XL is the closest second we’ve ever had in this race. It very nearly won. Here’s why the iPhone 7 Plus ultimately triumphed, and a list of our picks for other smartphone categories.
What’s not to love about Apple’s iPhone 7 Plus? Its iconic aluminum design is now fully waterproof, its A10 Fusion processor makes it the fastest smartphone you can buy — period, the dual-lens camera pulls off amazing DSLR tricks, and iOS has never looked better or been more functional. Add to that Apple’s commitment to your security and privacy, as well as its industry-leading customer service, and you have one helluva smartphone.
The impressive 12-megapixel dual cameras are among the most compelling reasons to buy the iPhone 7 Plus. One of the cameras is a telephoto lens that offers 2x optical hardware zoom and up to 10x software zoom. The quality of 2x zoom on the iPhone 7 Plus is just extraordinary. It beats out every other smartphone on the market. You don’t lose detail, and your zoomed picture turns out excellent. You can go up to 5x in good lighting conditions without too much noticeable loss in quality, which is still better than you can say of any other smartphone’s zoom.
The dual-camera lenses also enable the best bokeh effect (when the background blurs around the subject of the shot) we’ve ever seen on a smartphone. Other phones, including the Pixel, tend to mess up the blurring effect on the small details. Apple is also well known for reproducing colors accurately, while Android phones consistently oversaturate images. It comes down to personal preference, but we prefer the iPhone’s natural hues. It also produces strong images in low light.
Apple really hit it out of the park in terms of performance with the A10 Fusion processor. It’s the fastest smartphone in benchmarks, leaving every Android phone in the dust. Even though it has less RAM, the iPhone 7 Plus is smoother, slicker, and more efficient than any Android phone. The battery life is a solid day and a half, which is equal to (or more than) every other phone on this list. It even comes standard with 32GB of storage, which is a big upgrade from 16GB.
Since Apple designs the hardware and software together, iOS 10 runs like a dream on the phablet. It is the best version of iOS to date. Interactive notifications, the incorporation of 3D Touch into every aspect of the interface, and the new iMessage are a game changer for iPhone users. Every app and game meets Apple’s design standards, which results in a fluid, seamless experience across the OS and other Apple devices. The next major OS update, iOS 11, will also take things a step further with a new control center, notifications, and a redesigned App Store.
Instant software updates are the icing on the cake with iOS. Unlike with an Android phone, you never have to worry that your iPhone will miss an update or vital security patch. Apple has your back when it comes to security and your personal privacy. Our lives are on our phones and hackers are becoming more skilled every day. Security has never been more important and your privacy is of high value. That’s why Apple went to war with the FBI to guarantee your right to encryption and data privacy.
Then there’s Apple’s customer service. If you have an iPhone, you can walk into any Apple Store and get help for free. Apple will even repair your device right there in the store and get it back to you on the same day most of the time. No other company gives you that option.
The lack of a headphone jack is the only major blight on the iPhone 7 Plus’ near-perfect record. It comes with Lightning EarPods, but if you have your own headphones, you may struggle with the included 3.5mm-to-lightning adapter. You may also want to purchase wireless headphones, but it neither of these scenarios are the end of the world. After two months with the iPhone 7 Plus, we can tell you with confidence that you will survive. It’s not ideal, but the same change is coming to Android phones already and will be the standard in a few years’ time.
The best Android phone
Google Pixel XL
Why should you buy this: It’s the first and only Android phone with hardware and software straight from GoogleWho’s it for: Android fans who want the ultimate stock Android phone by Google
How much will it cost: $770
Why we picked the Pixel XL:
Google’s Pixel XL is the best Android phone we’ve ever used. It’s the first Android phone in history that can fully compete with the iPhone in several key areas: security, software updates, customer service, and software design. It’s so good we named it the best smartphone of 2016. Indeed, if you’re an Android fan who will never buy an iPhone, the Pixel XL is the best phone you can buy. Here’s why.
Google built the Pixel XL from the ground up with partner HTC. Because of that, it was able to perfectly integrate hardware and software together into one excellent package — just like Apple does with the iPhone. That approach, plus the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chip and 4GB of RAM, make the Pixel the most powerful Android phone you can buy.
The pure, stock Android 7.1.2 Nougat software runs silky smooth on the Pixel XL. It’s also more minimalist and aesthetically pleasing with the revamped app drawer, which no longer has an icon taking up space, and the replacement of the search bar with a subtle G logo you tap to start searching. The Pixel XL’s software is ridiculously attractive and perfectly done. After using it for two weeks, looking at Android phones with user interfaces on top is hard. The Pixel just looks nicer. It even looks nicer than Android 7.0 on a Nexus 6P. It’s that attention to detail and design that makes the Pixel XL appeal to iPhone and Android users alike.
Assistant is a helpful artificially intelligent bot that surpasses Siri in some ways, and it has now grown to include smart home control, and more.
Then there’s the crisp, natural 5.5-inch, 2,560 x 1,440-pixel screen, which is very easy on the eyes. The Pixel’s design may not be for everyone, because of its aluminum body’s glass insert on the back of the phone, which is easy to shatter and is a fingerprint magnet. However, it feels premium and comfortable to hold. The rear fingerprint sensor is good for security and Android Pay.
The Pixel XL’s 12.3-megapixel camera is as good as the iPhone 7 Plus’, if not better. It doesn’t have 2x optical zoom or the dual-camera tech to pull off accurate lens blur. Its lens blur effect is good, but the iPhone’s is just better.
The best things about the Pixel XL are its commitment to timely software updates and customer service. Pixel phones will get automatic Android software updates and security patches without delay. In fact, they will be automatically downloaded when you aren’t using the phone. No other Android phone will get more timely updates than the Pixel. That’s vitally important for your privacy and security.
The Pixel XL also has 24/7 customer support embedded right in its own tab in the Settings menu. It’s great that you can contact Google’s support team with any questions or problems right in your phone via chat or phone call. That’s just good business.
The Pixel XL may be as expensive as an iPhone, but it is well worth your money. Because it has timely software updates, it will last you longer and keep your data safer. It’s also part of a larger product ecosystem that Google is building, so it has a bright future. We are excited to see how the Pixel phone series evolves.
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