Good first Android phone suggestion?

[Brady AKA MrHoot2000]

I have been using iOS devices for, quite literally, the majority of my entire life. As of late, however, I have decided to make the switch over to Android. Is there any good phones to start with? I am looking for a phone for $900 or under, preferably with a big screen with a high refresh rate. 

[filpo]

3 minutes ago, Brady AKA MrHoot2000 said:

I have been using iOS devices for, quite literally, the majority of my entire life. As of late, however, I have decided to make the switch over to Android. Is there any good phones to start with? I am looking for a phone for $900 or under, preferably with a big screen with a high refresh rate. 

Amazon.com: OnePlus 12,12GB RAM+256GB,Dual-SIM,Unlocked Android Smartphone,Supports Fastest 50W Wireless Charging,with The Latest Mobile Processor,Advanced Hasselblad Camera,5400 mAh Battery,2024,Silky Black : Cell Phones & Accessories

 

Amazon.com: SAMSUNG Galaxy S23+ Plus Cell Phone, Unlocked Android Smartphone, 256GB, 50MP Camera, Night Mode, 8K Video, Long Battery Life, Fastest Mobile Processor, Adaptive Display, US Version, 2023, Green : Cell Phones & Accessories

[OddOod]

The pixel 8 pro is pretty solid. It often is on some sort of promo, especially Fi deals if that's a functional phone service in your area

[Stahlmann]

I've always been happy with my last-gen refurbished Samsung Galaxy S models. I'm currently still running the S9 and it's doing everything I need it to do.

[Brando212]

I also recommend the Samsung Galaxy S23+, especially since Samsung has the longest support timeline for Android devices right now, should get 5-7 years of updates.

 

edit: heck, even the current gen S24+ is almost in your price range if you don't want used or previous gen https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor/dp/B0CMDL3H3V/

 

edit 2: or if you want even bigger, there's the S23 Ultra that comes with the s-pen if you'd like and make use of it https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Galaxy-S23-Ultra-Unlocked/dp/B0C544TBQM/

[Commodus]

56 minutes ago, Brady AKA MrHoot2000 said:

I have been using iOS devices for, quite literally, the majority of my entire life. As of late, however, I have decided to make the switch over to Android. Is there any good phones to start with? I am looking for a phone for $900 or under, preferably with a big screen with a high refresh rate. 

I'd start with a Google Pixel 8 or 8 Pro. It's as close as you'll get to 'reference' Android, and you'll find a fast display, a great camera, and an overall cohesive experience.

 

If not that, I'd look at a OnePlus 12. Not quite as good at photography, but it'll be very fast and offer a superb screen.

[OhYou_]

Sony is a good no bs android experience since you get mostly stock android, minimal included bloatware, and a headphoen jack/microsd.
Like why jump to android if you're not gonna grab all the normal features of android. I would just ignore entirely any company that removes basic features like that on their entire lineup if you want a real android.