Now that summer is here, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your smartphone. After all, you want the newest device with the most advanced features to take with you on vacation or wherever you go during those hot summer months. Here’s a quick review of some of the best-rated smartphones of 2016, so you make a smart purchasing decision:
- Nexus 6P: This larger smartphone features a sharp, clear QHD display and a state-of-the-art fingerprint scanner that offers enhanced speed and accuracy.
- Nexus 5X: The 5X is the less expensive of the two newest Nexus smartphone versions and offers reliable performance provided by the Android 6.0 Marshmallow software.
- Huawei Mate 8: The Mate 8 is an extremely affordable option, and the extended battery life makes it one of the most popular smartphones for heavy users.
- OnePlus 3: The OnePlus 3 is one of the best smartphones today because of its combination of premium features and low price point.
- Honor 7: Honor is a sub-brand of Huawei. It doesn’t have the wide range of features as offered by the Mate 8, but it offers excellent value for your money.
- Nextbit Robin: The Nextbit Robin is a pure Android device that makes use of the cloud for additional external storage.
- Microsoft Lumia 950 XL: The 950 XL includes the Continuum feature that enables the user to plug it into a display and use it like a PC.
- OnePlus X: The inexpensive OnePlus X is ideal for budget-conscious consumers who won’t mind its somewhat sluggish performance.
- OnePlus 2: The OnePlus 2 builds upon the success of its OnePlus One predecessor, making it one of the top upcoming smartphones of 2016.
- iPhone 6s: While the 6s looks much like its somewhat unpopular iPhone 6 predecessor, it offers a cost-effective alternative for iPhone fans.