Welcome to February 2025, and Apple has just redefined the ‘entry-level’ flagship. The iPhone 16e is a 165g technical marvel that brings the modern, bezel-less aesthetic of the main line to a more accessible price point, effectively replacing the old SE formula. In the UK, it has arrived as the ulti…
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Samsung S25 Ultra
Welcome to February 2025, and Samsung has finally rounded the corners. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is a 218g technical evolution that has traded the sharp, boxy edges of its predecessor for a more ergonomic titanium frame with softened corners. In the UK, it has arrived as the ultimate ‘AI First’ smartphon…
Apple iPhone 16
Welcome to September 2024, and the standard iPhone has just undergone its most significant functional transformation in years. The iPhone 16 is a 170g technical marvel that finally breaks the ‘pro-only’ barrier, inheriting the Action Button and a brand-new ‘Camera Control’ sensor. Finished in vibran…
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
It is September 2024, and Apple has pushed the limits of the ‘Pro’ moniker with a 199g titanium powerhouse that is larger, faster, and more intelligent. The iPhone 16 Pro features a bigger 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with the thinnest bezels ever seen on an Apple product. Finished in a new ‘De…
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Welcome to August 2024, and Google has finally brought its ‘Pro’ hardware into a size that everyone can enjoy. The Pixel 9 Pro is a 199g masterpiece of industrial design, featuring a new flat-sided satin-finish frame and a redesigned ‘floating’ camera bar. In the UK, it has arrived as the primary ve…
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
Welcome to June 2024, and Motorola has just reclaimed the foldable throne. The Razr 50 Ultra is a 189g technical marvel that features the largest and most functional cover screen in the industry. Finished in a soft-touch vegan leather with a simplified, durable hinge, it has arrived in the UK as the…
Sony Xperia 1 VI
It is May 2024, and Sony has performed a radical technical pivot. The Xperia 1 VI is a 192g powerhouse that has finally moved away from its signature 21:9 ‘cinema’ aspect ratio to a more mainstream 19.5:9 format. Finished in a unique micro-textured glass and a ridged metal frame for superior grip, i…
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
It is March 2024, and Xiaomi has arrived in the UK with a device that feels less like a smartphone and more like a professional Leica camera that happens to make calls. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a 220g technical masterpiece, featuring a circular camera ‘island’ that dominates the rear of its vegan leat…
Samsung S24 Ultra
It is January 2024, and Samsung has officially entered the era of the ‘AI Phone.’ The Galaxy S24 Ultra is a 232g technical titan that has traded its signature curved edges for a completely flat 6.8-inch display and a new, ultra-durable Titanium frame. In the UK, it has arrived as the smartest device…
OnePlus 12
It is January 2024, and OnePlus has marked its tenth anniversary with a device that returns the brand to its ‘flagship killer’ roots, but with a luxury finish. The OnePlus 12 is a 220g technical powerhouse that has abandoned the compromises of the previous few years, reintroducing wireless charging …