In the battle between Apple and Samsung for best smartphone, Apple retains its edge over the competition with the new iPhone XS Max. With a 6.5-inch OLED screen crammed into a phone that’s not much larger than the iPhone 8 Plus, the XS Max commands a staggering $1,099, but in return, you get improved cameras and a processor that blows away its rivals.

However, if you want a big screen and don’t want to pay a premium, the $749 iPhone XR is a great option for most people. You get a big 6.1-inch display, the same great camera and processor and lots of fun color options. And it lasts longer on a charge than the iPhone XS Max, but you don’t get an OLED display or 2x optical zoom.

Android purists should turn to the Pixel 3 or Pixel 3 XL. Based on our testing, the Pixel 3 is the best camera phone on the market. Other highlights include AI features like screening robocalls and Android 9 Pie.

The Galaxy S9+ is still a great option, offering a gorgeous 6.2-inch display, fast Snapdragon 845 processor and a much-improved camera that records awesome slow-motion video. But at this point, we think most people should wait for the Galaxy S10 unless you see the S9 on a big discount. Samsung’s 6.4-inch Galaxy Note 9 is the big-screen phone to beat, adding new capabilities to the S Pen and improving the camera with AI-powered enhancements.

If you want to avoid paying top dollar for a phone while still enjoying premium features, the OnePlus 6T is a fantastic value. It offers a speedy in-screen fingerprint reader, an immersive 6.4-inch OLED screen and flagship specs for just $549. If you’re on a tighter budget, check out the Moto G6. For just $250, you get a colorful 5.7-inch display with minimal bezels, solid performance from READ MORE https://techevangelistseo.com/best-phones-of-2019/