Category: Cell Phone Batteries

Planning to keep your iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone Pro, or Pro Max for a long time?Here are some tips to preserve battery health.
If you’re planning to keep your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro for a long period of time, you should preserve its battery health by following some basic tips

The internet is on fire right now with iPhone 15 related news. A lot of people are going to upgrade, while some may not later this year. If you are from the latter group and plan to keep your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro for an extended period of time, maybe two to three years, then I am going to share some tips on how to preserve battery health so that you get the most out of your phone’s battery while it’s in your ownership.

Use original or Apple certified accessories to charge up
This is the most obvious thing you should do while charging up your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro. Use the cable that came with your phone, or if you’re using a third-party one, make sure it’s MFi certified – just look for the ‘Made for iPhone’ badge, and you’re good to go.

Also, make sure that you’re either using a wall charger made by Apple or something that’s high quality, if going for a third-party one. A quick search on the internet will list down a number of chargers that are made with high- quality materials and circuitry. A bad charger is all you need to ruin your iPhone and its battery instantly. Just spend the extra money and get a charger that will last you an eternity. Great chargers are extremely hard to break down, and if they do , they will never ever damage the connected device.

Stop worrying about charge cyclesSmartphone batteries are usually good for up to 500 charge cycles before hitting the 80% health mark. But that charge cycle number is absolutely useless if your usage habits are terrible. I’ve seen MacBook Pro laptops with just 15 charge cycles at 90% battery health. How? Because they were left on charge and at 100% at all times.
On the other end of the spectrum, you may come across a device with more than 100 charge cycles with 100% battery health because they were used carefully. Now read further about how you too can be careful with your iPhone’s battery health.

Use a fast charger or a slow one, it’s up to youFast chargers won’t hurt your battery as long as the ambient temperature is low and the phone does not get too hot. If you constantly find yourself in a situation where your iPhone gets hot while charging, just use a slow charger that tops out at 12W. Anything that does not generate too much heat is good for battery health.
Use the 40-80 rule – but carefullyPeople swear by this rule, and I have tried it as well. Does it work? Only if you thoroughly respect how it works. If you don’t, you’ll end up losing battery health.

I’m not going to take a deep dive into how Lithium-ion batteries work because a lot of people have done it already. But I’m going to tell you that keeping your charge level extremely high or extremely low is going to take a toll on your battery health.

So, if you’re going to maintain a charge between the 40% and 80% mark, make sure you drain the battery all the way from 80 to 40 before charging up again to 80. Don’t hold the charge at 80%, and do not hold it at 40%, either.
If you’re doing what I wrote above, you’ll see how your battery health remains steady for a long time. Now the part that no one talks about when it comes to this rule – is awful battery life. While you’re busy maintaining battery life between 40% and 80%, there’s 40% of the total battery life you’re never ever going to use, which will give you the illusion of horrible battery life on your iPhone. That’s completely normal.

Making the battery drop to 20% or maybe even lower occasionally is not bad for the battery either. There are certain things that aren’t in our control – for example, you’re away from a power outlet or don’t have access to a power bank. In those cases, it’s fine to let the battery slide down a little until you can take things back into your own hands.

Use Optimized Battery ChargingWhile everyone out there will go deep into the science of how optimized charging works, but I’ll make things easier by telling you that your iPhone’s battery won’t charge beyond the 80% mark unless the battery cools down. Therefore make sure the feature is turned on.
You can do this by going to Settings > Battery > Battery Health & Charging and turning the Optimized Battery Charging option on.

Keeping the feature turned off means the iPhone will charge all the way to 100% without any sort of pauses in between. That’s simply not good for battery health at all.

Do not use your iPhone while charging (obviously)Anything that generates heat is going to hurt battery health. If you’re using your iPhone while charging, you’re generating excess heat that will not only affect battery performance, but battery health, too. When you put your iPhone on a charge, make sure your iPhone is never ever used during the charging cycle. Avoid using it completely if you can.

While charging, remove the case for better dissipation of heat. A chunky case might be great for protecting your phone, but it will generate a lot of heat, especially if you’re wirelessly charging.
Avoid wireless chargers in hot weatherSpeaking of wireless charging, if you can avoid it completely, that’s great. But, if you’re charging in a room that’s cool, especially air-conditioned, then it’s fine. Also, make sure that the iPhone’s case comes off while going ahead with wireless charging. While it’s a convenient feature, wireless chargers generate way too much heat compared to wired charging.

If possible, I will highly recommend using wired charging while on the go, especially during summer. Sure, slapping on that MagSafe Battery Pack will charge you up, but it comes at a cost which you will see expensive on the battery health report page, eventually.

Wait for your iPhone to cool down before using itIf you feel that your iPhone is too hot, quite literally, do not start using it immediately. This is extremely important when you take your iPhone off the charger or are planning to put it on charge. Let the iPhone sit around for a while so that it reaches normal temperature – should not feel hot to the touch – and then start using it or place it on charge.

ThoughiPhone batteries are made to resist high temperatures, that does not mean they will stay forever perfect in the battery health department. Extreme temperatures are your iPhone’s worst enemy.

Your iPhone uses a lithium-ion battery that degrades over time, but there is little reason to worry about battery health in a new device. Here’s what you need to know about your iPhone’s battery.

Batteries are not mysterious black boxes that power your iPhone, in fact, they are quite simple products compared to the advanced silicon they are powering. The physical nature of batteries mean that they will ultimately wear out and become less useful over time, but device owners don’t need to worry.

Understanding a little bit of the science behind batteries can go a long way in intelligently managing your device’s lifespan. Controversies surrounding iPhone relating to planned obsolescence and expected upgrade cycles can easily be dismissed as hyperbole with a little bit of knowledge.

Lithium-ion battery basicsA battery consists of an anode (+) and cathode (-) separated by a generally flammable electrolyte. When a device draws power from the battery, charged lithium ions move from the anode to the cathode through the electrolyte, releasing electrons.

These freed electrons power the device and return to the cathode, creating a complete electrical circuit. The opposite occurs when charging the device — electrons are passed into the anode and move to the cathode.

Without getting too technical, these two chemical reactions are imperfect and introduce heat loss and wear to the battery. The lithium material slowly depletes, oxidization reduces usable surface area, and filaThin phones mean smaller batteries, which become exhausted soonerThere is nothing a user can do to stop this process desolately. Take using fuel in a car, for example, it eventually runs out. However, exhausting a lithium battery takes a great deal of time and can be mitigated somewhat by user and software behaviors .

So, when a new iPhone has a 100% battery rating, it has all of the rated milliamp-hours of power available when fully charged. It also means the battery can provide enough power to the CPU at peak current draw without issue.
Apple says its batteries are designed to retain up to 80% of their original capacity at 500 complete charge cycles. A charge cycle is defined by a complete drain of the battery to zero, followed by a complete charge to 100%.

This expected battery life can vary from user to user. The average user is expected to keep their battery health north of 80% for the first two years with regular use. Hitting 80% within a year is cause for concern, and Apple will replace your battery for free with AppleCare or for a fee without.
Others who use their iPhone constantly and charge their device from near dead to 100% multiple times a day will see their battery degrade faster. Looking at your Screen Time will reveal if you’re unconsciously overusing your device — maybe it’s time to put down your iPhone if TikTok shows multiple hours of use in a short time.

Of course, iPhones are bought to be used. But, like anything, moderation is important, especially if you’re worried about something as physical as battery chemistry.
Ultimately, once the battery degrades below 80% of its original capacity, protections within the operating system will engage to ensure the device doesn’t shut down inadvertently.

This throttling can be avoided by having the battery replaced at an Authorized Apple Service Provider.
After the iPhone throttles the processor for the first time to prevent a shutdown, a new toggle will appear in battery settings. This gives users the ability to turn off the throttling feature and allows the processor to draw full current.
However, the device will shut off as soon as the current draw exceeds what the battery can provide. It is highly unadvisable to turn off the throttling feature and can lead to battery damage.

Degraded batteriesBefore iOS 10.2.1 in 2017, the iPhone didn’t do much to account for aging batteries in its software. However, a perfect storm of circumstances set Apple up for user complaints about inadvertent shutdowns in older devices.
Recent devices had more powerful processors, thinner designs, and brighter displays. These factors led to smaller batteries with lower capacities that died faster. A smaller battery also meant a lower peak voltage, which meant aging batteries would dip below peak rated voltages sooner.

Those factors were coupled with more people buying iPhones than ever, then keeping them for longer than expected, which led to more reports of batteries becoming exhausted. Note that the “Plus” models and iPads were not encountering shutdown issues thanks to their larger battery capacities .Lithium-ion can’t provide peak voltage at lower charges, which gets worse with ageIntermittent shutdowns were reported by owners of the iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, and iPhone SE. 

Users complained that the device would show battery levels of 30% or more  then suddenly shut off as if the battery died.
This occurred because these devices’ batteries had been exhausted to the point that they could no longer provide peak power during peak CPU draw. Since there were no other protections in place, the iPhone would sense the CPU power draw exceeding the available current and just shut down to protect the battery.

The iOS 10.2.1 and subsequent updates created safeguards that throttle the CPU based on the device’s remaining battery health. Fresh batteries above 80% health will never encounter this CPU throttling feature.Apple hadn’t considered its need until widespread reports of shutdowns began.

Why is your iPhone battery draining so fast all of a sudden? Does the iOS 16 update drain your battery life? If your iPhone loses battery faster than you’d like it to or faster than you think is normal, we can help. We’ ll answer common iPhone battery drain questions, and walk you through some simple solutions to stop your iPhone battery from dying fast.

iOS update battery drain issues are extremely common and for good reason! A new iOS update drains battery because of the many big changes to your iPhone features that come with installing the most recent iOS software. The larger fall updates, like the recent iOS 16 update , often affect your iPhone battery more than the smaller updates we see throughout the year.

While some of this is unavoidable, there are certain things you can do to optimize your battery use and cut back on unnecessary iPhone battery drain. We’ll show you some iOS 16 battery-saving tips and offer guidance on how to preserve battery life on your iPhone.

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First, we’ll cover how to quickly check your battery health. Odds are, your iPhone battery is fighting fit, but is being drained by unneeded processes running in the background. We’ll cover some easy solutions to prevent battery drain from iOS 16 on your iPhone. Also, If you enjoy learning about how to use your Apple devices, be sure to sign up for our free Tip of the Day. 

1. Check Your iPhone Battery Health SuggestionsThis is a good first step whether you’re worried that the iPhone update is draining the battery or not. Your iPhone will recommend specific changes in Settings to preserve iPhone battery life. To see why your iPhone battery is draining faster than it should be, use these steps to check Battery Health suggestions:

Open the Settings app, then scroll down and tap Battery.

Tap Battery Health.n the next screen, your iPhone will suggest changes to settings that will improve battery life. You can tap on each suggestion to jump to the setting that needs changing. If you don’t want to make the change, at least you understand what’s contributing to your battery drain. 
Note: If you don’t see the Battery Life Suggestions section, your iPhone doesn’t currently see any ways to improve battery life via Settings.

However, we’ll have to respectfully disagree—there’s almost always a way to fix iPhone battery drain. Continue on down the list to see how many ways you can fix an iPhone battery dying faster than it should.

2. Dim Your iPhone Screen If Your iPhone Keeps Losing ChargeKeeping your iPhone’s screen at full brightness is a likely culprit when your iPhone battery drains fast, but it’s easily remedied. This is actually one of the main causes of battery drain and consumes more power than you might think! Here’s how to dim the screen brightness to save battery on your iPhone:

Open the Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen. If your iPhone has a Home button, swipe up from the bottom of the screen instead.Tap and drag the Brightness slider toward the bottom, or as near to the bottom as you can go and still comfortably read your display.
reduce iphone screen brightness in control center

If you have your iPhone brightness set to a more reasonable level but your iPhone battery is draining quickly anyway, there are a lot more options for conserving battery on iPhone. Keep reading!

3. Turn on Auto-Brightness to Stop iPhone Battery Drain
Auto-Brightness settings adjust your screen lighting automatically based on ambient light levels. This keeps your iPhone from losing battery too quickly by wasting it on screen unnecessary brightness. To save battery on your iPhone by enabling Auto-Brightness:
Open the Settings app, then scroll down and tap Accessibility. 

Tap Display & Text Size.

Scroll to the bottom and toggle on Auto-Brightness.

Next, we’ll take a look at some lesser-known settings to help improve iPhone battery life.
4. Turn Off Raise to Wake to Save iPhone BatteryAll iPhone models have the Raise to Wake function enabled by default. This might be part of your problem, especially if you pick up your iPhone a lot or walk with it swinging in your hand. The iPhone screen constantly turning on will definitely drain your battery . 

Apple launched the iPhone 14 (review) with dual eSIM variants which without the physical SIM tray slot in the USA. It was then rumored that the eSIM-only iPhone 15 was going to make its way to other markets. However, it turns out that this hasn’t materialized and could instead arrive with the iPhone 16, including the mmWave 5G support for global.

This is confirmed from the technical support pages of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro (comparison), which details of three SIM classes of the device. The first one is with the dual eSIM that is exclusive to the States. Meanwhile, the second has a nano SIM combined with eSIM and will be the option for the rest except in China.
Accordingly, only the Chinese models of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are getting the physical dual SIM slot. This has been a similar case as to the previous generations of iPhones. But regardless of which eSIM models, all will support two active networks. For starters, eSIM or embedded SIM modules have benefits such as taking less space compared to SIM trays. This is particularly useful in wearables with cellular connectivity. At the same time, activating carriers and switching plans are done quickly than with the old SIM cards.
mmWave 5G on the Apple iPhone 15As for the compatibility with mmWave 5G, only the USA is going to take advantage of this on the iPhone 15. The millimeter-wave technology allows faster connection compared to the standard 5G as it taps the higher bands of the 5G spectrum. Major carriers in the US already deployed mmWave 5G, which also available for other devices like the Galaxy S23 Ultra (review).

In line with this, Qualcomm said that it will supply Apple with its 5G modem chipsets through a new partnership that will run from 2024 until 2026. This means, Apple will rely on Snapdragon-based radio chips on the iPhone 16 all the way to iPhone 18 before they could launch their in-house modems.
Do you find the dual eSIM onsmartphones more useful at all? Or it is that you still prefer the classic way of swapping SIM cards more convenient? Please don’t hesitate to tell us your thoughts in the comments. 

Apple has been known to pioneer groundbreaking technology in its devices, and this year is no exception.
With the introduction of the Apple Watch Series 9and the iPhone 15, Apple is setting new standards in both wearable and smartphones technology.
Let’s dive deep into what these marvels of innovation offer.
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 available from 22 Sept 2023Apple Watch Series 9: More than Just Time

Advanced InternalsAt the heart of Series 9 is the S9 SIP with a CPU housing 5.6 billion transistors, which is 60% more than its predecessor. The GPU has also seen a significant boost, promising 30% faster graphics.

Faster processor and graphic allows more complex apps to run smoothlyNeural EngineThe four-core Neural Engine can process machine learning tasks up to twice as fast, making operations like Siri requests and dictation more efficient and accurate.
Ultra Wideband ChipThe new second-generation Ultra Wideband chip facilitates precision finding for i Phones,allowing users to track their iPhones with directional accuracy.

Never worry about losing your iPhone with Precision FindingDisplayThe Retina display of Series 9 now boasts up to 2,000 nits of brightness, ensuring clarity even under the sun. In darker environments, it can reduce brightness to just one nit, ensuring optimal viewing in any situation.

2000 nits display provides better clarity under bright environmentIntroducing Double TapThis intuitive gesture control, powered by the Neural Engine, allows users to navigate their watch more seamlessly. Whether it’s pausing music or accessing widgets, a double tap is all it takes.

Double tap your finger to answer a call, open a notification, play and pause music
Apple Watch Ultra 2This iteration features the powerful Series 9 SIP and boasts a brightness of 3,000 nits. It also introduces a new watch face, Modular Ultra, and ensures long-lasting battery life.

More power to take on more demanding graphics and enhance battery life. Pricing
Prices of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 start at S$1,199
Prices of the Apple Watch Series 9 start at S$599 in aluminium and S$1,049 in stainless steel.

Comes in two sizes – 41mm and 45mm 
You can choose between GPS-only or GPS and cellular versions.
iPhone 15: The Next-gen Smartphone Experience Design & DisplayiPhone 15 showcases an all-new design with the Dynamic Island on its Super Retina XDR display. With OLED technology, the display brightness can reach up to 2,000 nits.

Added features on Dynamic Island allows you to get latest info with a glanceCamera EvolutionThe 48-megapixel main camera promises sharper photos and videos.

With advancements in computational photography, capturing stunning portraits is now effortless. The camera system also enables post-capture focus adjustments.
48 megapixel camera for iPhone 15Photos taken with iPhone 15 has never been betterPerformance ProwessPowered by the A16 Bionic chip, iPhone 15ensures a seamless experience, whether it’s gaming or day-to-day tasks.
USB-C AdoptionWith USB-C, users can enjoy universal charging across multiple Apple devices.

Now you can share USB-C cable across Android and Apple devicesUltra WidebandThe second-generation Ultra Wideband chip facilitates precision finding, helping users navigate to friends in crowded areas.

Easier locate your friend or child with precision finding
Innovative SolutionsFrom better call audio quality to Roadside Assistance via Satellite, iPhone 15 ensures safety and clarity in communication.
iPhone 15 & 15 PlusThis model comes in 5 colors with Aluminum design. Offers up to 512GB storage with 6.1″ or 6.7″ display. 

iPhone 15 comes in five colorsiPhone 15 Pro This model brings even more to the table – a titanium design, customizable Action button, and the A17 Pro chip. With 19 billion transistors, advanced GPU capabilities, and a more sophisticated camera system, it truly stands out as a flagship.

Apple has just announced the details of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro at its ‘Wonderlust’ event.The standard iPhone will inherit several features from last year’s pro, including an improved Dynamic Island, the A16 Bionic chip and 48MP main camera. There are five colours in a textured matte finish: pink yellow, blue, green and black.

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will have a new grade 5 titanium case, with a brushed texture finish in four colours: black and white, blue and natural. New features include a customisable action button that can be used to quickly launch different functions and a new full-screen standby mode when the phone is turned on its side. 

The Pros sport a new A17 Pro, a 3 nanometer chip, with new 6-core CPU and 6-core pro-class GPU that Apple says is up to 20 per cent faster. And the difference between the Pro and Pro Max will be more pronounced, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max sporting a 5x optical zoom instead of the 3x on the standard Pro. As expected, all iPhone 15 models with have USB-C charging instead of Lightning.Pricing remains largely the same as with the iPhone 14: the iPhone 15 starts at $799, the iPhone 14 Plus at $899 and iPhone 5 Pro at $999. Only the iPhone 5 Pro Max has a higher starting price at $1,199, but it now starts at 256GB instead of 128GB. We’re currently working on updating the full details below.
Of course, Apple has already made what might end up its biggest announcement of 2023: the launch of its AR headset. For the lowdown on that front, check out our thoughts on Apple Vision Pro.
Apple iPhone 15: designUSB-C connector
Apple has been forced to swap Lightning for USB-C (Image credit: Photo by Matthias Zomer via Pexels)We’re already certain the iPhone 15 will feature one big design change: a move from Lightning to USB-C. That’s because new EU rules announced last autumn will require all phones sold after autumn 2024 to use the USB-C connector for charging.

Apple has agreed to comply, and although technically they could still sneak out a new phone with a Lightning connector between now and the deadline, it wouldn’t make much business sense to do so. And with the iPad, MacBook and most third-party accessories shifting to USB-C, it makes sense from a brand viewpoint anyway.
Every iPhone 15 model, then, is likely ditch Lightning for USB-C… but that’s not the whole story. As we reported in November, leaks suggest that the capabilities of the ports won’t be the same across all four iPhones. It appears that only the iPhone 15 Pro models will support USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3, while the standard iPhone 15 will just support USB 2.0, offering no speed improvement over Lightning. Bah. And the whole thing is already proving controversial.

In other slightly worrying news, it sounds like the iPhone 15 Pro’s camera bump could be even bigger than that of the iPhone 14 Pro. Renders based on leaked CAD files show a similar design to the 14 Pro, but with an absolutely enormous set of lenses. And those lenses might even be rearranged – not that most users will notice.

Other leaks and rumours about the design of the iPhone 15 range may be less grounded in fact. But where they come from reliable sources, they’re still worth paying attention to. For example, many seasoned Apple leakers have claimed that the Dynamic Island, Apple’s interactive notch replacement, will hit all four iPhone 15 models. That would be a big deal, as it’s currently only available in the more expensive iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

There’s also a persistent rumour that the iPhone 15 will replace physical buttons with haptic touch sensors; like the ‘taptic’ home button in the iPhone SE. We’re really sure this isn’t a good idea, though, as it would make it difficult to restart the phone if the software freezes, and might make using a case more problematic too. So if Apple really is thinking about this, we hope they back off the idea sooner rather than later.
Speaking of buttons, one recent rumour suggests the iPhone 15 Pro will take a leaf out of the Apple Watch Ultra’s book and include a customisable Action Button. This could let users carry out various functions, from activating Control Center to turning on the torch.

And then there’s the display. Recent rumours have suggested that Apple is working on brightness of up to 2500 nits – up from the 14 Pro’s current max of 2000. Seeing as a brighter display is a selling point of the Apple Watch Ultra, we wouldn’t be surprised to see the same thing happen with the iPhone line up.
Less concerning is the suggestion that the rumoured iPhone 15 Ultra will be made of titanium. It’s not exactly something we’re crying out for, but at least it wouldn’t make us upset (unless it made the price prohibitive, of course).

Apple iPhone 15: cameraWe don’t know anything official about the iPhone 15’s cameras yet, and we haven’t even seen many leaks either. The biggest rumour is the prediction that the iPhone 15 Ultra will have a second selfie camera (while the iPhone 14 Pro has three main cameras on the back, the front camera remains a single lens.) 
iPhone 15 Ultra concept

A fan-made render of the rumoured iPhone 15 Ultra What that would be for, though, we can only speculate. It could mean the addition of an ultra-wide selfie lens (no more having to stretch your arm out of its socket to take a group selfie) or better zoom. Or it could introduce a dual system for sharper, more detailed images, or allow selfies to be taken with a shallower depth of field so subjects stand out more from the background.
Apple iPhone 15: pricing and release dateAnd now for the bad news. Recent rumours have suggested that the price of the entire iPhone line up is set to increase in 2023. This is thanks to increased production costs, with the iPhone 15 costing Apple 12% more to produce, and the 15 Pro a whopping 20%. This would mark the first increase since 2017 in the US – but spare a thought for us UK folk who have already seen the price of each model rise by around £100 in 2022.

Apple tends to launch new iPhones in the first couple of weeks of September: for example, it launched the iPhone 14 on 7 September 2022, with the 14, Plus and Pro going on sale over a week later (16 September) and the iPhone 14 Plus a little after that (7 October). At the moment, notedApple leaker Mark Gurman claims the line up will be announced on 13th September, before going on sale on the 22nd. 

Smartphones are at the center of our digital lives — they’re what we use to communicate with loved ones, handle important business, binge on TikToks and everything in between. And since you’ll likely use your phone more than any other gadget you own , picking the right one to last you through years of use is crucial.
But with new phones coming out seemingly every month, it can be hard to figure out which one is actually right for you. That’s why we’re always testing the latest flagships from the likes of Apple, Google, Samsung and more to make sure you get the best smartphone for your needs.

The best smartphones
Apple iPhone 14
The iPhone 14 looks and feels a whole lot like the previous iPhone 13 model and that’s not entirely a bad thing. The lighter 6-ounce iPhone 14 is the kind of device that feels great to pick up and hold. And while its aluminum design isn ‘t quite as strong and sturdy as the stainless steel iPhone 14 Pro, it certainly doesn’t feel cheap.
The iPhone 14 has an upgraded dual-lens camera system that’s enhanced by some fancy new software magic called the Photonic Engine. To make it simple: The new iPhone is designed to capture wider, more detailed photos (particularly for moving subjects), offers improved flash, promises far better low-light photography and can even auto-stabilize your shaky videos. In real-world use, this all translated to a camera that was a joy to use during daily adventures.

The iPhone 14 is more of the same on the display and performance front, which is to say that it still has a beautiful screen and is still ridiculously fast as with other Apple models. Movies and shows looked great on the phone’s 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, particularly while taking in the crackling neon blues, reds and yellows that filled the screen during the epic final battle of “Obi-Wan Kenobi.” The iPhone 14’s display remains a fantastic canvas for bingeing TV and catching up on your TikTok feed .
The iPhone 14 is more evolution than revolution; an entry-level phone takes fantastic pictures, can last all day on a charge and packs a great display, all within a beautiful and lightweight design that feels good to use for hours at a time, and it’s still faster than the vast majority of phones you can buy.Other smartphones we recommend

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

From $1,800 at SamsungThe Galaxy Z Fold 5 is an extremely strong runner-up for the title of best foldable phone, and if you’d rather have a smartphone/tablet hybrid over the more compact design of the Flip 5, Samsung’s bigger foldable is worth the splurge. It’s got a huge and vibrant 7.6-inch main display for on-the-go multitasking, great overall performance for productivity and big-screen gaming and S Pen support for quickly jotting down notes. Its cameras could benefit from an upgrade and its cover screen isn’t as intuitive as the Pixel Fold’s, but it’s still our favorite big-screen foldable overall.

Motorola Razr+

$1,000 at Best BuyThe Motorola Razr+ is also a close contender to the Z Flip 5’s throne, and one of our favorite foldables we’ve tested yet. Like the Z Flip 5, the Razr+ has a huge cover screen that lets you use all of your critical apps without having to open the phone up (and get distracted by doomscrolling in the process), as well as longer battery life and a cleaner software experience. It’s a great Flip alternative if those features are important to you, but better cameras and performance give Samsung’s phone the edge.

Google Pixel Fold$1,799 at Best BuyYet another strong debut in the foldable phone space, the Google Pixel Fold is a smartphone/tablet hybrid that competes directly with the Z Fold 5. It has an excellent front display that makes it feel like a regular ol’ smartphone when the device is folded up, in addition to the same clean software and excellent camera smarts you’ll find on a traditional Pixel handset. However, not all apps work well on the big screen just yet, and its screen has a much more visible crease than that of the Z Fold 5 when folded up.

Nothing Phone (2)

From $599 at NothingIf you’re on a slightly less-than-flagship budget — and are looking for something a little different — the Nothing Phone (2) is worth considering. Its transparent design (complete with dynamic lights on the back that react to things like notifications and volume control) is truly one of a kind, and you get great cameras and performance for a $600 phone. However, you’ll have to live without the robust customer support and carrier availability of the bigger phone brands, and the Pixel 7 and 7a give you a similarly great experience for an even lower price.Galaxy S23 UltraFrom $1,200 at SamsungIf you want all of the perks of the Galaxy S23 with even more outstanding cameras, a bigger screen and an included S Pen for taking notes, the S23 Ultra is well worth the splurge. regular Galaxy S23 is the best Android option for most people.

iPhone 13
From $699 at ApplePreviously our best pick from Apple, the iPhone 13 had all most critical upgraded features from the iPhone 12: a better display, more processing power and new camera capabilities.

iPhone SE (3rd Gen)From $429 at AppleOur best budget iPhone pick, the iPhone SE delivers a whole lot for $429. You get the same powerful A15 Bionic processor found in the iPhone 13 series as well as 5G support and a pretty good camera for the price. the Apple ecosystem and on a Budget, it’s a no-brainer. But for everyone else, we think the Pixel 6a’s superior cameras, design and battery life give it the edge.

Apple currently sells a whopping eight different iPhones, including the high-end iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, the flagship iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, the budget-minded iPhone SE and some older holdouts like the iPhone 12 and 13. Confused? where we come in.
We’ve tested every iPhone model extensively, and have picked out the models that are actually worth buying — and who they’re for — out of Apple’s vast lineup. Ready? Let’s dive in.

Best iPhone overall: iPhone 14From $799 at AppleiPhone 14 leadMike Andronico/CNNThe iPhone 14 looks and feels a whole lot like the previous iPhone 13 model and that’s not entirely a bad thing. The lighter 6-ounce iPhone 14 is the kind of device that feels great to pick up and hold. And while its aluminum design isn ‘t quite as strong and sturdy as the stainless steel iPhone 14 Pro, it certainly doesn’t feel cheap.
The iPhone 14 has an upgraded dual-lens camera system that’s enhanced by some fancy new software magic called the Photonic Engine. To make it simple: The new iPhone is designed to capture wider, more detailed photos (particularly for moving subjects), offers improved flash, promises far better low-light photography and can even auto-stabilize your shaky videos. In real-world use, this all translated to a camera that was a joy to use during daily adventures.

The iPhone 14 is more of the same on the display and performance front, which is to say that it still has a beautiful screen and is still ridiculously fast as with other Apple models. Movies and shows looked great on the phone’s 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, particularly while taking in the crackling neon blues, reds and yellows that filled the screen during the epic final battle of “Obi-Wan Kenobi.” The iPhone 14’s display remains a fantastic canvas for bingeing TV and catching up on your TikTok feed .
The iPhone 14 is more evolution than revolution; an entry-level phone takes fantastic pictures, can last all day on a charge and packs a great display, all within a beautiful and lightweight design that feels good to use for hours at a time, and it’s still faster than the vast majority of phones you can buy.
Best iPhone for photography: iPhone 14 ProFrom $999 at AppleiPhone 14 Pro Pros and Cons 2Mike Andronico/CNNThe iPhone 14 Pro doesn’t look too different from the previous 13 Pro when it’s turned off, but once the screen lights up, you immediately notice the notch has moved down, slightly, and now lives within the screen. Well, technically, it’s not called a notch. Instead of letting users and the media name the new cutout that houses the FaceID TrueDepth sensors and front-facing camera, Apple dubbed it the Dynamic Island.
But instead of simply delivering a less distracting camera cutout, Apple has built a software experience around this new module — and it’s where Dynamic Island truly earns its name.
The Dynamic Island is used as an interactive area, where you can view any Now Playing information from media apps like Spotify or Apple Music. You’ll also see information such as the volume status of your connected AirPods, a new FaceID unlock animation, or a timer icon when you have an active countdown going. The Dynamic Island can even display two icons at once, so you can, say, view your current song and the status of your timer at the same time.
Perhaps the most notable difference in the iPhone 14 lineup is the camera, which is one of the biggest upgrades we’ve seen in an iPhone. The main camera sensor goes from 12 megapixels to 48 megapixels, while the ultra-wide and telephoto cameras stay Photos look slightly sharper, with more accurate colors and detail. And Apple has added a new Action video mode to the camera app. When enabled, the camera acts more like a dedicated action camera — GoPro or otherwise — to capture stabilized footage recording during activities with a lot of movement.
The camera upgrades on the iPhone 14 are more iterative than substantial, but the upgrades on the iPhone 14 Pro are setting the tone for iPhone cameras for years to come.Best budget iPhone: iPhone SE 2022From $429 at Apple and Amazon15-apple iphone se 2022 cnn underscoredJacob Krol/CNN UnderscoredIf you want modern iPhone performance but don’t want to spend $1,000 on a new phone — or just prefer something smaller — the iPhone SE 2022 is for you. Apple’s $429 iPhone makes very few compromises in the power department, packing the same speedy A15 Bionic processor you’ll find on the latest iPhone 13 range. You’ll have no issues multitasking between apps or playing the newest iOS games here.

The SE is also the smallest iPhone in the lineup, packing all of that power into a 4.7-inch design that’s especially ideal for those with small hands (or small pockets). thick display bezels at the top and bottom, but also a Touch ID fingerprint sensor you won’t find on more premium models. Its Retina HD display looks great for watching movies and playing games, and while it doesn’t have the same two- to three-camera arrays of the iPhone 13 series, its single 12-megapixel lens captures solid photos — and has the ability to shoot in Portrait mode for professional -looking headshots.
So, what are you giving up at this price? The iPhone SE’s display isn’t as big or as seamless as what you’ll find on the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro, and it lacks the latter’s ProMotion technology that allows for extra-smooth scrolling and streaming at 120Hz. You also won’t get MagSafe capabilities for magnetically attaching compatible chargers and cases, nor will you be able to unlock your phone with your face via Face ID. But if you can live without having the most advanced camera system , the sleekest design or the biggest screen, the iPhone SE is a compact, great-performing iPhone that will last you for years — and at a fraction of the price of an iPhone 13.
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Oldies but goodies you should still consideriPhone 13From $699 at AppleThe iPhone 13 checks off the core boxes in a size that lets you get a lot done. The 6.1-inch screen size is plenty big for browsing webpages, scrolling through timelines and, more crucially, using the keyboard. Plus, the iPhone 13 features one of the best dual-camera systems we’ve ever tested, consisting of a 12-megapixel wide lens and a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens. The 13 is only bested by the newer iPhone 14 model as our top pick
iPhone 13 ProFrom $900 at AmazonOur previous pick for the best iPhone for photography iPhone 13 Pro has a trio of lenses are paired with a buttery smooth and vibrant display, class-leading performance and seriously long battery life.
iPhone 12From $599 at AppleTechnically the iPhone 12 isn’t that old, at less than a year. But with the launch of the iPhone 13, Apple has reduced the cost of the iPhone 12 to a starting price of $699.
And let’s be clear — the A14 Bionic processor that powers the iPhone 12 is nearly as fast as the one in the iPhone 13. It’s really a nominal upgrade that boosts efficiency and results in applications opening slightly faster. More processor-intensive tasks, like batch exports or video editing, will see boosts in the newer iPhone 13, though. We’d also hedge that the iPhone 13 will keep ticking a bit longer than the iPhone 12 as the devices age.

One potential downside for opting for the iPhone 12 model is that the base storage amount starts at 64GB, while the iPhone 13 lineup starts at 128GB; 64GB is pretty slim, and if you have a large photo library, lots of songs downloaded or a large amount of apps you’ll likely get a storage alert sooner than later, so the iPhone 13 would be a better choice for those who tend to hoard digital files on their phone.
The iPhone 12 offers a good camera experience. You won’t get the new Cinematic video or Macro mode that the iPhone 13 has, but you’re still getting two rear-facing 12-megapixel cameras — one wide, the other ultrawide. offer crisp details and accurate colors, but if you’re keen on photography you’ll notice the 13 does a better job lighting the shot. With shots taken on the iPhone 13, there’s clearer depth between the foreground and background, like for a classic shot of someone in front of a sunset. Still, you’re getting a very capable shooter in the iPhone 12.

Both phones run iOS 15, the latest operating system from the iPhone, and are sure to remain supported for years to come. That’s good news, since it’s still a hefty price and you don’t want to invest in a phone that won’t be supported in a few years.
iPhone 11From $359 at AmazonIf you still want a modern iPhone 11 with a nearly bezel-free screen and Face ID for easy unlocking, the iPhone 11 is an option that mixes solid performance and modern features — all at a more manageable $499 for the 64GB model ($549 for 128GB).
The key difference between the iPhone 11 and newer models is that it opts for a 6.1-inch LCD screen instead of an OLED. It’s not as bright or crisp as newer models, but it still offers a clear viewing experience that ultimately extends the battery life .
There are two rear cameras on the back of the iPhone 11, one for ultrawide shots — a favorite feature of ours — and a standard camera, both of which are 12 megapixels. Images offer a strong amount of details and are still Instagram-worthy but don’t offer the level of detail the iPhone 13 can deliver. Low-light shots are lackluster in comparison with ones taken on any of the newer models.
All in all, theiPhone 11 is a worthy pick for those who want a modern design with Face ID and are shopping on a specific budget.

Apple currently sells a whopping eight different iPhones, including the high-end iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, the flagship iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, the budget-minded iPhone SE and some older holdouts like the iPhone 12 and 13. Confused? where we come in.
We’ve tested every iPhone model extensively, and have picked out the models that are actually worth buying — and who they’re for — out of Apple’s vast lineup. Ready? Let’s dive in.
Best iPhone overall: iPhone 14From $799 at AppleiPhone 14 leadMike Andronico/CNNThe iPhone 14 looks and feels a whole lot like the previous iPhone 13 model and that’s not entirely a bad thing. The lighter 6-ounce iPhone 14 is the kind of device that feels great to pick up and hold. And while its aluminum design isn ‘t quite as strong and sturdy as the stainless steel iPhone 14 Pro, it certainly doesn’t feel cheap.
The iPhone 14 has an upgraded dual-lens camera system that’s enhanced by some fancy new software magic called the Photonic Engine. To make it simple: The new iPhone is designed to capture wider, more detailed photos (particularly for moving subjects), offers improved flash, promises far better low-light photography and can even auto-stabilize your shaky videos. In real-world use, this all translated to a camera that was a joy to use during daily adventures.

The iPhone 14 is more of the same on the display and performance front, which is to say that it still has a beautiful screen and is still ridiculously fast as with other Apple models. Movies and shows looked great on the phone’s 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, particularly while taking in the crackling neon blues, reds and yellows that filled the screen during the epic final battle of “Obi-Wan Kenobi.” The iPhone 14’s display remains a fantastic canvas for bingeing TV and catching up on your TikTok feed .
The iPhone 14 is more evolution than revolution; an entry-level phone takes fantastic pictures, can last all day on a charge and packs a great display, all within a beautiful and lightweight design that feels good to use for hours at a time, and it’s still faster than the vast majority of phones you can buy.

Best iPhone for photography: iPhone 14 ProFrom $999 at AppleiPhone 14 Pro Pros and Cons 2Mike Andronico/CNNThe iPhone 14 Pro doesn’t look too different from the previous 13 Pro when it’s turned off, but once the screen lights up, you immediately notice the notch has moved down, slightly, and now lives within the screen. Well, technically, it’s not called a notch. Instead of letting users and the media name the new cutout that houses the FaceID TrueDepth sensors and front-facing camera, Apple dubbed it the Dynamic Island.
But instead of simply delivering a less distracting camera cutout, Apple has built a software experience around this new module — and it’s where Dynamic Island truly earns its name.

The Dynamic Island is used as an interactive area, where you can view any Now Playing information from media apps like Spotify or Apple Music. You’ll also see information such as the volume status of your connected AirPods, a new FaceID unlock animation, or a timer icon when you have an active countdown going. The Dynamic Island can even display two icons at once, so you can, say, view your current song and the status of your timer at the same time.
Perhaps the most notable difference in the iPhone 14 lineup is the camera, which is one of the biggest upgrades we’ve seen in an iPhone. The main camera sensor goes from 12 megapixels to 48 megapixels, while the ultra-wide and telephoto cameras stay Photos look slightly sharper, with more accurate colors and detail. And Apple has added a new Action video mode to the camera app. When enabled, the camera acts more like a dedicated action camera — GoPro or otherwise — to capture stabilized footage recording during activities with a lot of movement.

The camera upgrades on the iPhone 14 are more iterative than substantial, but the upgrades on the iPhone 14 Pro are setting the tone for iPhone cameras for years to come.Best budget iPhone: iPhone SE 2022From $429 at Apple and Amazon15-apple iphone se 2022 cnn underscoredJacob Krol/CNN UnderscoredIf you want modern iPhone performance but don’t want to spend $1,000 on a new phone — or just prefer something smaller — the iPhone SE 2022 is for you. Apple’s $429 iPhone makes very few compromises in the power department, packing the same speedy A15 Bionic processor you’ll find on the latest iPhone 13 range. You’ll have no issues multitasking between apps or playing the newest iOS games here.

The SE is also the smallest iPhone in the lineup, packing all of that power into a 4.7-inch design that’s especially ideal for those with small hands (or small pockets). thick display bezels at the top and bottom, but also a Touch ID fingerprint sensor you won’t find on more premium models. Its Retina HD display looks great for watching movies and playing games, and while it doesn’t have the same two- to three-camera arrays of the iPhone 13 series, its single 12-megapixel lens captures solid photos — and has the ability to shoot in Portrait mode for professional -looking headshots.

So, what are you giving up at this price? The iPhone SE’s display isn’t as big or as seamless as what you’ll find on the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro, and it lacks the latter’s ProMotion technology that allows for extra-smooth scrolling and streaming at 120Hz. You also won’t get MagSafe capabilities for magnetically attaching compatible chargers and cases, nor will you be able to unlock your phone with your face via Face ID. But if you can live without having the most advanced camera system , the sleekest design or the biggest screen, the iPhone SE is a compact, great-performing iPhone that will last you for years — and at a fraction of the price of an iPhone 13.
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Oldies but goodies you should still consideriPhone 13From $699 at AppleThe iPhone 13 checks off the core boxes in a size that lets you get a lot done. The 6.1-inch screen size is plenty big for browsing webpages, scrolling through timelines and, more crucially, using the keyboard. Plus, the iPhone 13 features one of the best dual-camera systems we’ve ever tested, consisting of a 12-megapixel wide lens and a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens. The 13 is only bested by the newer iPhone 14 model as our top pick
iPhone 13 ProFrom $900 at AmazonOur previous pick for the best iPhone for photography iPhone 13 Pro has a trio of lenses are paired with a buttery smooth and vibrant display, class-leading performance and seriously long battery life.
iPhone 12From $599 at AppleTechnically the iPhone 12 isn’t that old, at less than a year. But with the launch of the iPhone 13, Apple has reduced the cost of the iPhone 12 to a starting price of $699.

And let’s be clear — the A14 Bionic processor that powers the iPhone 12 is nearly as fast as the one in the iPhone 13. It’s really a nominal upgrade that boosts efficiency and results in applications opening slightly faster. More processor-intensive tasks, like batch exports or video editing, will see boosts in the newer iPhone 13, though. We’d also hedge that the iPhone 13 will keep ticking a bit longer than the iPhone 12 as the devices age.

One potential downside for opting for the iPhone 12 model is that the base storage amount starts at 64GB, while the iPhone 13 lineup starts at 128GB; 64GB is pretty slim, and if you have a large photo library, lots of songs downloaded or a large amount of apps you’ll likely get a storage alert sooner than later, so the iPhone 13 would be a better choice for those who tend to hoard digital files on their phone.
The iPhone 12 offers a good camera experience. You won’t get the new Cinematic video or Macro mode that the iPhone 13 has, but you’re still getting two rear-facing 12-megapixel cameras — one wide, the other ultrawide. offer crisp details and accurate colors, but if you’re keen on photography you’ll notice the 13 does a better job lighting the shot. With shots taken on the iPhone 13, there’s clearer depth between the foreground and background, like for a classic shot of someone in front of a sunset. Still, you’re getting a very capable shooter in the iPhone 12.

Both phones run iOS 15, the latest operating system from the iPhone, and are sure to remain supported for years to come. That’s good news, since it’s still a hefty price and you don’t want to invest in a phone that won’t be supported in a few years.
iPhone 11From $359 at AmazonIf you still want a modern iPhone 11 with a nearly bezel-free screen and Face ID for easy unlocking, the iPhone 11 is an option that mixes solid performance and modern features — all at a more manageable $499 for the 64GB model ($549 for 128GB).

The key difference between the iPhone 11 and newer models is that it opts for a 6.1-inch LCD screen instead of an OLED. It’s not as bright or crisp as newer models, but it still offers a clear viewing experience that ultimately extends the battery life .
There are two rear cameras on the back of the iPhone 11, one for ultrawide shots — a favorite feature of ours — and a standard camera, both of which are 12 megapixels. Images offer a strong amount of details and are still Instagram-worthy but don’t offer the level of detail the iPhone 13 can deliver. Low-light shots are lackluster in comparison with ones taken on any of the newer models.
All in all, the iPhone 11 is a worthy pick for those who want a modern design with Face ID and are shopping on a specific budget.

Nothing has launched its first smartphone in the US, the Phone 2 — a move that’s been on everyone’s mind since the company was founded by Carl Pei, who previously led phone maker OnePlus to domestic (and global) success. It’s also a move that’s Historically proven difficult for newer manufacturers outside of the country.

So, the question now is whether or not Pei and Co have done enough to convince a market heavily comprised of iPhone and Samsung Galaxyusers to make the switch. From my week of testing, I’d say the Phone 2 is off to a promising start, but there’s still plenty of room to grow.What’s new with this modelIn ZDNET tradition, I’ll start by covering the newest, distinguishing features of the Phone 2, followed by a breakdown of what features and improvements I’d like to see in the next model.   

1. Glyph Interface gets a glow-upThe Glyph Interface is the Nothing Phone’s killer feature. From this point forward, any other phone that has something even remotely similar to the Glyph Interface is considered a copycat. And I can see the company riding that dominance for as long as possible.

With the iPhone 2, there’s now an assembly of 33 LEDs compared to last year’s 12, as evident by the additional isolated strips throughout the backing. For the unacquainted, the Glyph Interface serves as an LED indicator, pulsating depending on the notifications you receive, from phone calls to text messages. It also flexes as a charging status indicator and fill light for photos and videos.

This year’s version gets even more functional. For example, you can now customize your own Glyph patterns via Glyph Composer, where Teenage Engineering’s influence is most prevalent. With more LEDs on the back, one of the longer strands of light serves as a progress bar for timers and volume levels.

Personally, I found the more granular lighting system to be the perfect Pomodoro timer, a productivity technique that encourages incremental breaks every 25 minutes.
Nothing has also opened up its Glyph system to app developers so that the progress bar effect can also represent incoming Uber rides and other services. It’s very neat, whether you see yourself using it or not.

Ultimately, my perception of the Glyph Interface remains neutral. I love that I can get a sense of what’s happening without flipping to my phone screen, but that also requires me to pay attention to what pattern is pulsating on the back, which I often find myself missing by the time I glance over.

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Nothing’s fix for this issue is a new “Essential notifications” option that allows you to designate the upper right LED strip to a specific app or set of apps. I currently have it paired with Messages and WeChat, since that’s what I mainly use to communicate with my family and partner. Now, whenever the Phone 2 goes all disco party mode on me, I look for that particular LED indicator to decide if it’s worth flipping the device over or not.

2. Nothing OS 2.0 makes software fun againOver the past few years, Android manufacturers have slowly but surely retreated from heavily-skinned user interfaces to more neutral appearances, giving up uniqueness for broader appeal. With Nothing OS 2.0 (layered over Android 13), the company strikes the perfect balance of customizability and burdenlessness. I’d go as far as to say that this is my new favorite approach to Android.
For one, most software elements like settings menus and quick panel toggles remind me of Google’s Pixel phones, and bloatware is pretty much non-existent. Where Nothing really flexes its software muscles is through lock screen and home screen customizations.

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The native widgets for weather, clock, and quick settings are surprisingly adequate, the ability to revisualize app folders makes them easier to discern, and the latest Nothing Icon Pack ties everything together with both light and dark color schemes. is how virtually every app that I downloaded, including the more niche ones, was automatically treated with Nothing’s monochromatic look and feel. 
Oh, and about the lock screen:

The Phone 2 lets you place widgets within a 2 x 4 grid, similar to the interactive lock screen on iOS 16. From all the various Android phones I’ve tested over the years, this is easily the best implementation of lock screen widgets I’ve used, and I’ll likely miss having it after my review period ends.
3. Improvements in virtually every wayHolding up the Nothing Phone 2 while it’s glowing.From the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 to the larger 4,700mAh battery to the brighter display, Nothing upgraded virtually every facet of last year’s Phone 1’s internals. And that tallies up to a well-rounded, no-fuss Phone 2 that both iOS and Android users will enjoy using.

For the record, I don’t look to the usual performance benchmarks to judge how capable a phone is. The difference in scoring between the Phone 2 and, say, Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra means nothing if your use cases revolve around web browsing, messaging and calling, taking photos and videos, and playing games. 
In fact, I tested the same Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 on the more recent Motorola Razr Plus, and the chipset proved to be reliable enough to handle quick app changes and multitasking.

The display now ramps up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness (from last year’s 1,200), which I’ve found very reliable for outdoor use and navigation when docked in my car. The 120Hz OLED panel gets impressively bright and spectacular dim when you need it to be, which is not something I can say about all modern-day phones.

I often find adaptive brightness settings to be too aggressive or delayed, but the ambient sensor on the Phone 2 is both reactive and tunes things just right. 
More importantly, I’ve been able to squeeze about a day and a half with the Phone 2, something I wasn’t expecting to do when I first saw the 4,700mAh value and compared it with most flagship Androids that field 5,000mAh ratings.