The Google Pixel 2 XL is the best Android phone I still hesitate to recommend. Google’s 2017 flagship nails software, camera, and audio so hard it made Samsung and Apple scramble. But it also shipped with a display that would’ve been questionable on a mid-ranger, let alone an $850 “Android purist” halo device. This isn’t […]
Google Pixel 2: The ‘Medium’ Pixel That Aged Better Than Google
I’ve tested a lot of so‑called “compact flagships,” but the Pixel 2 is one of the few that actually stayed in my pocket after the review period. Not because it’s excellent—far from it—but because it exposes exactly where Google nails the experience and where it still treats hardware like a side quest. When I grabbed […]
Asus Zenfone Max M1
The Asus Zenfone Max M1 was part of Asus’s Zenfone series, which aimed to cater to various segments of the smartphone market. Launched in 2018, the Zenfone Max M1 was positioned as a budget device with a focus on battery life. Here’s an in-depth review of the Asus Zenfone Max M1: Overview: The Asus Zenfone […]
Sony Xperia XA2
The Sony Xperia XA2 was a part of Sony’s mid-range lineup, aiming to offer a blend of performance, design, and camera capabilities at a more affordable price point compared to its flagship counterparts. Launched in early 2018, the Xperia XA2 was a successor to the Xperia XA1. Here’s an in-depth review of the Sony Xperia […]