ISO Android options, 2025
Nov 12, 2025 | 4:51 am
#16
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It's quite possible that the devices from 3-4 years ago were not as well engineered (Hinge Design) or the screen material may not have been as robust as the current technology. Just speculation of course. I tend to chase the latest, greatest phone hot bot, as it seems to be a hobby of sorts. I upgrade my iPhone every year and am now rockin' the 17 Pro Max. For years I have traveled with an iPad Mini and still have a 5 & a 6 with cellular, but the Oppo should retire those based on my latest trips.
I keep telling my grandkids I don't want to be the richest guy in the graveyard.
I keep telling my grandkids I don't want to be the richest guy in the graveyard.
Nov 14, 2025 | 12:45 pm
#17
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I'm a fan of OnePlus myself. I recently upgraded to the 13 from the 9 and it's been working pretty well so far, especially since I bought it directly from OnePlus unlocked this time (vs. the T-Mobile version of the 9, which came with non-removable T-Mobile bloatware). The nice thing about OnePlus is that their UI is still fairly close to what stock Android is, though then again, Samsung definitely isn't as bad as it used to be in that regard.
Oh, and the battery on the 13 easily lasts at least two days with my usage. And when it doesn't, it recharges insanely fast compared to phones I've used in the past. I try not to do this too often, though, since fast charging like that does wear out the battery more quickly.
Oh, and the battery on the 13 easily lasts at least two days with my usage. And when it doesn't, it recharges insanely fast compared to phones I've used in the past. I try not to do this too often, though, since fast charging like that does wear out the battery more quickly.
Nov 14, 2025 | 2:51 pm
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Nov 25, 2025 | 10:58 am
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I ordered it from Amazon on Sunday morning and I received it less than 24 hours later. I'm pleased with it, thus far.