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Is Android creator's new phone essential?

Essential's phone is all screen on the front, and the back sports magnetic connectors for accessories, charging and data ...

What do you really need out of a smartphone? Developer Andy Rubin — the creator of Android — has tried to answer that question with a new phone aimed at delivering the basics of a high-end smartphone in a simple package.

Chrome phone has a super slow-mo camera

The Xperia XZ Premium has a lot going on.

At Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Sony has unveiled the Xperia XZ Premium, a monster of a phone that seems designed purely to fit as many high-end specs as possible into a single handset.

3D camera tipped for new iPhone

This render shows the same hypothetical phone in various colours.

Apple may be considering a camera designed for authentication and augmented reality for its next high-end iPhone, according to reports.

Why an AMOLED iPhone is exciting

This render from graphic designer Thadeu Brandão shows what the upcoming premium iPhone may look like.

Though it doesn't sound like an exciting upgrade, screen quality is one of the most important factors in a smartphone.

Huawei's Mate 9 flags a change

Huawei is jumping into the deep end of the phone pool with the Mate 9.

For lovers of gigantic phones, the Huawei Mate 9 is compelling choice . It's a sleek and sexy unit that feels well constructed. It's got some weight to it, but it's not too heavy considering the size. And it has a camera to die for.