Want a New iPhone or Android Phone? Read This Before You Buy

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From the vibrant orange iPhone 17 Pro to the tech-packed Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the best phones you can buy in 2026 have a lot in common. Blazing processor speeds and awesome photography skills are expected. Then there are the big, vibrant displays and -- whether you want them or not -- a slew of AI tricks. Throw in features such as water resistance and Samsung's new Privacy Display and it's perhaps no surprise that these phones have something else in common: huge price tags.

Costing $1,000 and more, today's best phones are out of reach for many -- or are simply unnecessary for those of us who just want an everyday handset for keeping in touch with friends or scrolling through Instagram on the bus. Thankfully, there's a huge array of options out there catering to all needs and budgets, whether you're looking for a top-end model or...

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