iPhone 7

We've seen a strong crop of smartphones pop up in the early part of 2017. Here's a roundup of the best recent releases – including a few from the end of 2016 – and a comprehensive comparison of their specs and features.

If you're considering one of the Samsung Galaxy S8 series flagships versus one of the latest iPhones, you'll want to examine all your options. Here, we compare the specs and features of the top-of-the-line Samsung Galaxy S8+ with the iPhone 7.

The smaller of Samsung's S8 series flagships is quite comparable to Apple's latest phablet. Here's how the specs and features of the Samsung Galaxy S8 match up with those of the iPhone 7 Plus.

Until September brings another round of refreshed iPhones, the two smartphones in this comparison may well be the two most popular phones you can buy. Let's see how the features and specs of the Galaxy S8​ and iPhone 7​ compare.

In terms of size, the LG G6 makes sense as a rival to Apple's larger iPhone​. But if past years are any indication, its price could fall closer to that of the smaller iPhone 7. Let's see how the features and specs of the LG G6 and iPhone 7 compare.

Not interested in being an iPhone 7 owner? Here are some alternatives. These are all premium smartphones with great cameras, bloat-free operating systems, and a satisfying user experience.

​Few companies have inspired as much brand loyalty as Apple. But after a tepid 2016, we’re wondering if the industry leader is on the verge of seriously alienating its fanbase. Here are the Apple foibles most likely to send long-time users running for Android and Windows products.

Smartphones aren’t cheap, but if you’re looking for a holiday gift that toes the line between exciting and practical, they could be the answer. Read on for New Atlas’ take on the best smartphones of 2016.

​The updated Messages app in iOS 10 introduces a bevy of visual features. Here's how to harness them so your lasers-and-GIFs game is on point.

Since Pixel is the first true "phone by Google," many consumers are hoping for a unified software and hardware presentation that can be missing from Android environments, but has long been an Apple mainstay. But what about specs? Here's a nuts-and-bolts comparison of the Pixel and iPhone 7.

Earlier this year we found the modular Moto Z to be a fresh, if niche, take on the smartphone. It looks like accessory-maker Mophie drew a little inspiration from Lenovo's flagship, with its new Hold Force cases that give the iPhone 7​ and iPhone 7 Plus​ some modular skills of their own.

There will be plenty of companies looking to capitalize on Apple's removal of the headphone jack in some way, and an early take on the matter is an iPhone case called Fuze. This case, which is currently in development, brings back the headphone jack, and affords you extra battery life as a bonus.