2016 is near to end, 1-week left, to be exact, this year was pretty awesome for the smartphones technology and the markets. A lot of things happened in 2016. We saw some incredible smartphones, some failures, some futuristic, etc. Overall, this year was very exciting and amazing for smartphone business. So, today we are going to talk about the top five smartphones of 2016. Actually, these are not ranks, just five best smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Samsung has been always good about this and has lots of note feature on this smartphone. With excellent big high-resolution display, awesome software features, 5.5 inches screen size, a huge battery, etc. has made this phone awesome. The phone is curvier and combines it with the superb and features. The camera is also pretty damn good.
| Pros ([icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””])and Cons ([icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) | Major Tech Specs |
| [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Beautiful Screen [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Super Camera [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Plastic Feel [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Expensive |
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OnePlus 3
This is totally a genuine flagship killer. This is the best smartphone that you can get at the cheapest price with the highest specs. Though they made a quick upgrade to it with new OnePlus 3T, but we could get our hands on that. Nevertheless, the OnePlus 3 is still an excellent smartphone.
| Pros ([icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) and Cons ([icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) | Major Tech Specs |
| [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Premium Design [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Longer Battery Life [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] No SD Card [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Camera could be better |
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Huawei P9
The Chinese company wants to be taken seriously as a competitor to Apple and Samsung. The Chinese company sold 9 million plus units of P9 models this year, which a sign of their seriousness. They also expect to overtake Apple’s iPhone in next couple of years.
| Pros ([icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) and Cons ([icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) | Major Tech Specs |
| [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Absolutely gorgeous design [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Excellent processor [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Confusing interface [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Battery life is average
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iPhone 7
Actually, we could not get hands to iPhone 7 Plus, but the iPhone 7 will work. With a power boost under the hood, water resistant, and a decent camera upgrade all on offer, there’s enough to keep potential buyers interested. So, we did buy one. Actually, people are not interested in iPhone nowadays. Still, with some stunning metallic body, attractive design and beautiful user interface, the iPhone 7 has made up our list.
| Pros ([icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) and Cons ([icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) | Major Tech Specs |
| [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Absolutely amazing camera [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Premium Design [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Battery Life could be improved [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Lack of upgrades, probably the biggest drawbacks [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Expensive |
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Xiaomi Mi5
Here comes another flagship killer. Also known as the Apple of China, Xiaomi’s smartphone are pretty cools. The latest Mi 5 is also no exception and is quite a beautiful smartphone.
| Pros ([icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) and Cons ([icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]) | Major Tech Specs |
| [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Beautiful Display [icon name=”plus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Nice User interface [icon name=”minus-circle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] No Card Slot
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That’s it guys these are our top five smartphones of 2016. Though, we expected to test more smartphones, due to some (financial and non-financial) problems we could not do that.
Though, we wanted the new Xiaomi Mi Mix and the Galaxy Note 7, very badly. However, the Note 7 is dead and we have no idea when Xiaomi Mi Nepal will bring the Mi Mix.
Nevertheless, do you agree with our list, do not forget to comment in the comment box below?
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