Smartphone to Get in 2021

g3lk_jr · September 23, 2021

I'm looking to get a new phone. I don't really use my phone for much, so I really just want a good camera. I use android auto quite frequently and I don't know what the Apple equivalent of that experience would be. Any recommendations for 1k or less?

BondiBlue · September 23, 2021

For that budget you could get the Galaxy S21 Ultra if you really want a great camera, but I'm not sure if you should spend that much if a camera is all you really care about.

RONOTHAN## · September 23, 2021

I'm a big fan of the Pixel devices. You can get the Pixel 5a for $450, and it comes with a good camera, a huge battery, a decent screen, etc. They get software updates consistently and for a guaranteed 3 years.

Commodus · September 23, 2021

1 hour ago, g3lk_jr said:

I'm looking to get a new phone. I don't really use my phone for much, so I really just want a good camera. I use android auto quite frequently and I don't know what the Apple equivalent of that experience would be. Any recommendations for 1k or less?

Apple CarPlay is the equivalent. In fact, you're more likely to find CarPlay in the market, since it's been around for longer and generally has more consistent support.

You have a lot of price options in that range. The regular iPhone 13 is a good pick if you want an all-rounder and are happy with iOS: it'll take great photos, run quickly and last a long while on battery. The Galaxy S21 won't be as fast or match Apple in overall image quality, but it has more zoom options and is easy to find on sale.

If you're willing to wait a few weeks, the Pixel 6 might scratch the itch as well with Google's usual camera quality plus a much-needed return to high-end hardware.