The much-anticipated iPhone 12 is here, in four different models. They all come 5G-ready, with prices from $699 to $1,199. Now, here’s what’s missing.
Best smartphone cameras available now, ranked
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Smartphones are expensive these days, which makes choosing one a major decision. Aside from price and performance, features like 5G, durability, and cameras are all important to consider.
Smartphone cameras are good enough today that they can replace point-and-shoot cameras for many people. Some are even sufficient for business and work purposes. Tap or click here to see how to turn your smartphone into a webcam.
All of the top-tier smartphone brands come with great cameras, but which ones are the best of the best? This new ranking of the best-performing smartphone cameras can help you narrow down your choices.
Which smartphone cameras are the best?
Are you trying to decide on a new smartphone with a killer camera? Reviewers from “Consumer Reports” have put together a list of their favorite smartphones regarding camera quality and performance.
These phones offer cameras on the front and back sides, and many include premium features like image stabilization, telephoto zoom and wide-angle lenses. Like the iPhone 12, some phones use multiple cameras at once to produce sharper images with blurred backgrounds that look like professional portraits.
If you’re comfortable with the storage options these phones come with (as low as 64GB on the iPhone), a device from this list could be the perfect candidate to replace your digital camera. Otherwise, you may want to invest in cloud storage or memory cards.
Tap or click here to see four simple steps to organize your photo collection.
The top 10 best smartphone cameras
“Consumer Reports” rated its 10 favorite phones based on performance, photo quality and video quality. You won’t go wrong by choosing any of these photo-friendly picks.
- Apple iPhone 12 Pro: $999
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G: $1,299
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max: $999
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro: $899
- Apple iPhone 12: $799
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G: $999
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: $1,399
- Samsung Galaxy S20+: $1,199
- Samsung Galaxy S20: $999
- Samsung Galaxy S10+: $849
Interestingly enough, both the iPhone SE and Google Pixel 4XL failed to make the cut. These phones are not bad choices, but their cameras failed to compete with the top 10 winners.
Poll: 1 in 3 Americans plan to buy the iPhone 12 - What you should know first
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Are you pre-ordering the iPhone 12? Apple’s latest phone just went live for Americans to purchase, and Apple fans across the country are scrambling to get theirs before supplies run out.
Based on enthusiasm, we’d say this might happen pretty soon. According to a survey conducted by Wallethub, one in three Americans plan on buying the new iPhone this year — in spite of economic setbacks and COVID-19! Tap or click here to see everything we know about the iPhone 12.
Google just announced $350 loaded phone to take on the iPhone
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If you’re in the market for a new phone, you don’t have to break the bank to get a model with a high-powered camera, fast processor and extra goodies like fingerprint sensors.
In fact, budget smartphone models are starting to make a comeback in a major way. Between a shrinking economy and cheaper parts, device manufacturers like Samsung and Apple have recently delivered quality phones for well under the $1,000 mark. Tap or click here to see our favorite budget smartphone picks.
4 compelling reasons why 5G cannot spread or make coronavirus
Maybe you’ve seen this conspiracy theory on social media or YouTube: 5G is causing or spreading the coronavrius. Don’t fall for it. I’ve got four scientific facts to set your mind at ease.
YouTube and the 5G coronavirus rumor
YouTube is full of garbage. Sure, there are helpful videos, too, but there’s no denying the trash you can find. The latest conspiracy theory spreading on the video site is getting lots of attention — and YouTube has had enough.
Coronavirus conspiracy theories on social media
In times of crisis, we’re all searching for reliable information. My advice: Steer clear of, well, most of social media. Here are some of the bizarre conspiracy theories nuts are spouting off right now, from government power grabs to 5G’s role in spreading the virus.
5G has arrived, but do you live in a place that has it?
So you’re all set to buy a 5G phone and start living in the fast lane. But how fast will you really be going?
How the Coming 5G Networks Will Change Our Lives
5G Networks are less than two years away and data speeds will take a gargantuan step forward.