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iPhone XS Max review

The iPhone XS Max has a much improved camera, the powerful A12 Bionic processor, and Face ID, but should you get Apple's massive 6.5-inch iPhone? Or should you pick the iPhone XS, which is quite a bit smaller? For our review, we put the Max through its paces to find out.
iPhone XS review

iPhone XS review

Apple’s next smartphone is here -- the iPhone XS. We think it’s the perfect size for an iPhone, and it manages to impress with astounding performance, day-long battery life, and sizable camera improvements. In our iPhone XS review, we explore why you may want to buy the iPhone XS.
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Asus ROG Phone review

Is a gaming smartphone only something a mobile gamer should consider buying? In the case of the Asus ROG Phone, the good news is the device is so capable, and a genuinely impressive all-rounder, that everyone should take a closer look. However, it’s the hardcore mobile gamers that will be at the front of the queue.
HTC U12 Life review

HTC U12 Life review

Can the HTC U12 Life carve out a niche in the midrange market, or will it be muscled out? We tested out the 6-inch screen, dual-lens camera, and battery stamina to find out whether it’s worth your money. Step inside for a full HTC U12 Life review that reveals its high notes and its flaws.
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Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro hands-on review

Xiaomi has officially launched in the U.K., and its first major device launch is the Mi 8 Pro, a phone that looks quite a bit like the iPhone XS; but with a very cool transparent back panel and an in-display fingerprint sensor. We’ve been trying the phone out, and here’s what it has been like to live with.

Nokia 7.1 review

HMD Global’s latest phone in the U.S. is the Nokia 7.1, and it’s almost perfect. With a solid camera, a great screen, good performance, and excellent build quality, you’ll be amazed that you don’t have to pay more. Check out our full Nokia 7.1 review.
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Huawei Mate 20 Pro review

There are only so many features you can cram into a smartphone, yet Huawei seems to have thought of them all, then added a few more for luck on the Mate 20 Pro. There’s everything from a triple-lens camera to the ability to charge your friend’s phone wirelessly. If you can think of it, chances are it’s inside the Mate 20 Pro. Here’s our review of this impressive phone.
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Palm review (Connected model)

The all-new, Verizon-exclusive, Palm syncs to your primary smartphone and acts as a secondary device -- with features to help balance smartphone usage. But after spending some time with it, its poor camera quality and awful battery life are only a few of the issues we have with the device.
ASUS Zenfone 5Q review

ASUS Zenfone 5Q review

The Zenfone 5Q has a beautiful design, long-lasting battery, and solid performance. But for $300, it doesn’t quite live up to its good looks, especially with all the other budget phone options out there on the market. We take a closer look at what this budget phone has to offer in our Asus Zenfone 5Q review.
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Huawei Mate 20 X hands-on review

The Huawei Mate 20 X has a 7.2-inch screen, but is surprisingly manageable to hold, yet still a little too big to carry around. Huawei’s pushing the phone’s ability as a mobile gaming handheld, challenging everything from the Razer Phone to the Nintendo Switch. We’ve tried one out to see what it’s like.
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Porsche Design Huawei Mate 20 RS hands-on review

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro looks like an exceptional phone, so can a version with Porsche Design’s involvement be worth spending twice as much on? We’ve taken the phone for a test drive, and enjoyed cradling the leather-clad case in our hands; but does it go deeper than that? Let’s take a look in our hands-on review.
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Samsung Galaxy A9 2018 hands-on review

Samsung’s new 2018 Galaxy S9 smartphone is a real contender in the mid-range smartphone world, due to a very special quad-cam setup on the back. It’s made for Instagram fans who want Galaxy S-style features and design, without the massive price tag. We’ve tried the phone out to see if Samsung’s A series revival is one to consider.
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Sony Xperia XZ3 review

Sony fans will be excited about the adoption of OLED in its latest flagship phone, which also offer incremental improvements over its predecessor, but should anyone else be? We put it through its paces in our Sony Xperia XZ3 review to find out exactly how it measures up.
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Honor 8X hands-on review

The Honor 8X doesn’t break the mold for Honor, and continues to let the company build attractive, solid, high performance smartphones that don’t cost as much as you first expect. We’ve been using it to see if it’s better than the rest.
OnePlus 6T review

OnePlus 6T review

The biannual OnePlus launch has become so regular that we almost take it for granted, but does that mean we should be less excited about it than before? No. The OnePlus 6T is here, and although it shares many features with the OnePlus 6, there are some awesome upgrades to tempt you into buying one.

LG V35 ThinQ review

Sure it looks a lot like last year's LG V30, but looks can be deceiving. The LG V35 ThinQ packs in all new hardware and a few new software features that makes it a full-fledged flagship for 2018. In our LG V35 ThinQ review, we check out these new upgrades and see how it compares to other 2018 flagships.
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Red Magic Phone review

We review the Red Magic Phone, the mid-range gaming phone you never knew you wanted. With a unique design, super-smooth performance, and some fantastic speakers, the Red Magic Phone is the gaming phone that's not just for gamers, but for anyone who wants a good mid-range phone with a unique flair.
ZTE Axon 9 Pro review

ZTE Axon 9 Pro hands-on review

The ZTE Axon 9 Pro made its debut at IFA in Berlin today. The new flagship smartphone is the first from beleaguered manufacturer ZTE since the Axon 7. Dip into our ZTE Axon 9 Pro hands-on review to learn all about what it offers. It won’t be coming to the U.S. but you’ll be able to buy one in Europe very soon.
Huawei Mate 20 Lite review

Huawei Mate 20 Lite hands-on review

The Mate 20 Lite is supposed to be a teaser ahead of the Mate 20 Pro release in the near future, giving us an indication of how much work will go into making the Pro model a winner. This leaves the Mate 20 Lite as an in-between device, with some strong features; but a definite similarity to other phones we’ve seen recently. Here’s what it’s like.
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‘Star Wars: Jedi Challenges’ review

Disney has partnered up with Lenovo for the Mirage Augmented Reality headset, which lets you play a new game called ‘Star Wars: Jedi Challenges.’ The Dark Side Expansion pack lets you become Kylo Ren and fight characters like Yoda and Rey, and there's a new lightsaber you can nab as well.
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Pocophone F1 by Xiaomi review

Pocophone? Who? It’s fine that you don’t know the name, but we’re here to tell you it’s worth changing that, as the Pocophone F1 — its first phone — is very exciting, as it takes the OnePlus model of creating high performance, great looking phones for a reasonable price, then refines the formula more. The result is an even cheaper phone, but still with ultra-desirable specs. Here’s what it’s like.
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Asus Zenfone 5Z review

While the Asus Zenfone 5Z may be lacking in originality, there’s no scrimping on features or hardware. This is an impressive Android smartphone at a very tempting price. Find out how good the camera is, how well it performs, and exactly where the compromises lie in our Asus Zenfone 5Z review.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 review

The Galaxy Note 9 is here, and it’s jaw-dropping how much tech Samsung has fit inside this phone. It’s one of Samsung’s largest phones ever thanks to its 6.4-inch screen. There’s a water-cooling system to cool the internals, beta access to Fortnite, A.I. in the camera, and lots more.
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Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium review

Sony’s third flagship phone of 2018 is its first to ever feature a dual-camera lens. The Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium can capture ultra-low-light video far better than phones like the iPhone X or Galaxy Note 9, but is it worth the high cost? We look at how the overall package holds up against the spotlight video features.
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Oppo Find X review

Is the Oppo Find X the most beautiful smartphone we’ve ever seen? We think it’s right up there, but because it’s an import-only phone, you’ll have to put in some effort to get one. Is it worth going the extra mile? We’ve been using this design powerhouse to find out if it’s one you should buy.
Nokia 3.1 review

Nokia 3.1 review

2018 has been a busy year for HMD. At Mobile World Congress, the company launched not one, but six new Nokia smartphones, and some of them have slowly been making their way over to the U.S. We try out one of its latest budget offerings, the Nokia 3.1, to see how it compares to the competition.
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Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact review

Want a small smartphone? There aren’t a lot of options out there these days. Well you should consider Sony’s Xperia XZ2 Compact. It may not look like the snazziest smartphone, but it’s small, packs powerful performance, and has a more than capable camera. Here’s our XZ2 Compact review.
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Vivo Nex S review

The Vivo Nex S astonishes with its cutting edge technology, futuristic design, and eye-catching camera. There’s an in-display fingerprint sensor paired with a pop-out camera, which enables a beautiful bezel-less display. You’ll have to work to buy one, as it’s an import only, but if you’re tempted, what’s it like to live with?
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Moto E5 Play review

The Moto E5 Play has a compact design, day-long battery life, and solid performance all for a little over $100 (or less, depending on the carrier it’s sold from). While there are some compromises, this may just be the best smartphone you can buy for this price bracket. We dive deeper in our Moto E5 Play review.
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Alcatel 1X review

Need a cheap phone that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? Alcatel is offering the Android Go-equipped Alcatel 1X for a paltry $100. But with that sort of bargain price, you’re bound to run into issues. We spent a week with the Alcatel 1X to find out if it's worthy of becoming your next phone.
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Xiaomi Mi A2 hands-on review

Xiaomi has announced its second smartphone with Android One installed, the Mi A2, and we’ve had the chance to try it out. Can a phone that costs a third of the Google Pixel 2 really offer a similar software experience, and match it with a great camera and design? Amazingly, in our short time with the phone, this seems to accurately describe the Mi A2. Here’s what it’s like.
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LG Fortune 2 review

The LG Fortune 2 is a smartphone only available on Cricket Wireless in the U.S. What’s so special about it? It costs $100. But a low price tag doesn’t mean it should be an instant buy. There are a lot of compromises, and we take a closer look in our review.
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Cat S61 review

How many handy functions can you pack into a rugged Android smartphone? Find out in our Cat S61 review as we take the latest release from the Bullitt Group for a test drive and see how it measures up as a digital toolbox and as a phone. There’s thermal imaging, laser measurement, air quality sensing, and more.
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Moto E5 Plus review

The Moto E5 Plus features a refined design, larger display, updated processor, and the same absolutely enormous 5,000mAh battery. Are the new features to justify it nearly $300 price tag on Sprint? The Moto E5 Supra -- the same phone -- costs $180 on Cricket Wireless. Here’s our Moto E5 Plus review.