4 cool new Android phones that are setting the standard for 2026

While 2026 has just begun, here are some standout Android smartphones that have launched recently, and are already setting the stage for upcoming releases.
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I tested a $499 Android phone that beats Samsung and Google in meaningful ways

I tested a $499 Android phone that beats Samsung and Google in meaningful ways ...

I've just fallen in love with a new budget Android phone — and I'm gutted I'll never be able to buy it

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5 Android Phones More Powerful Than The iPhone 17e

The iPhone 17e is an undeniably strong value-buy, but these Android phones offer more power, better displays, bigger ...

Slow Android phone? My 4-step refresh routine can speed it up fast

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Switching From Your iPhone to a New Android Phone Is Easy. Here's How

Switching From Your iPhone to a New Android Phone Is Easy. Here's How ...