"Over the last 12 months, our team has unboxed, benchmarked, dropped, submerged, and doom-scrolled on hundreds of devices. We have worn dozens of smart glasses in an attempt to understand the next frontier of mobile technology -- while making face-worn geekery cool again. We have tested enough noise-canceling headphones to block out the sound of a jet engine (and, occasionally, our own editors arguing about nits of brightness)."
"But amidst the deluge of "Pro," "Ultra," and "Max" monikers, true innovation often sat quietly in the background. The winners listed below aren't just specs on a sheet; they are the devices that survived our gauntlet of real-world tests. They are the gadgets our writers and editors recommend with confidence. Here's the full list of our 2025 winners: Best smartphone This year's selections address the most significant pain points of previous generations."
Comprehensive testing over 12 months included unboxing, benchmarking, drop and submersion tests, extended wear, and prolonged daily use across hundreds of devices. Winners reflect devices that survived rigorous real-world evaluation and offer practical innovation rather than marketing labels. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 achieves a 4.2mm unfolded thickness and adds a 200MP main sensor to bring flagship photography to foldables. The iPhone 17 brings 120Hz ProMotion and a dedicated telephoto lens to the base model, making premium features more accessible. The Oppo Find X9 Pro earns recognition for optical engineering with a 200MP telephoto sensor.
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