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Haven\u2019t you heard? Phones are boring now<\/a>. And that\u2019s just fine! Most people buying a new phone just want something familiar that works better than the device they\u2019re replacing. If that\u2019s your MO, then you\u2019re sure to find something reliable in my recommendations below. <\/p>\n

But even if you\u2019re looking for something a little more extra<\/em>, you\u2019ve got some great options. They\u2019re going to be pretty iterative compared to whatever you\u2019re using now \u2014 we\u2019re in more of a software era than a hardware innovation cycle these days \u2014 but you can find a delightful new device. We finally have a folding phone that feels like the right size and shape<\/a>, flip phones offer a lot more than just nostalgia<\/a>, and you can still buy a phone with no fewer than four cameras on the back<\/a>. Not bad for a boring season of phone hardware.<\/p>\n

A lot of people in the US get their phones through carrier deals, and no judgment here if that\u2019s the route you take \u2014 it\u2019s how I bought mine<\/a>. Just be sure you know what you\u2019re getting into and how many years you\u2019ll need to stay on that Super 5G Everything Unlimited Plus plan to keep the monthly device reimbursements coming.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to spend a little less and still get the best smartphone on a budget, you can find something really good for under $600. For those recommendations, check out our guide to budget smartphones<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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  1. The best iPhone for most people<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. The best Android phone for most people<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. The best high-end Android phone<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. The best phone for around $500<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. The best high-end iPhone<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. The best flip phone<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. The best folding phone<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. Other phones we tested<\/a><\/li>\n
  9. What\u2019s coming next<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    The best iPhone for most people<\/h2>\n
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    Apple iPhone 16<\/h3>\n
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    Score: 8<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Pros<\/th>\nCons<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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    • Reliable camera with versatile photographic styles<\/li>\n
    • Handy new Action Button<\/li>\n
    • More RAM and a current-gen chipset<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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