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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 16e has a 6.1-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: A conventional 60 Hz display The screen runs at 60 Hz. That is enough for messages and video, but scrolling and animations can feel less fluid if you are coming from a 120 Hz…
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Strengths: Smoother scrolling The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra display supports up to 120 Hz, making feeds, menus and animations smoother than at 60 Hz.
Limitations: Size is part of everyday use With a 6.8-inch screen and a weight of 233 g, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeable in a hand or pocket.
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Strengths: Smoother scrolling The Samsung Galaxy S23+ display supports up to 120 Hz, making feeds, menus and animations smoother than at 60 Hz.
Limitations: Size is part of everyday use With a 6.6-inch screen and a weight of 195 g, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeable in a hand or pocket.
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Strengths: Smoother scrolling The Samsung Galaxy S23 display supports up to 120 Hz, making feeds, menus and animations smoother than at 60 Hz.
Limitations: Storage needs planning There is no microSD slot. If you record lots of video or keep an offline media library, choose enough storage at purchase: you cannot add a card later, and…
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Strengths: Smooth ProMotion scrolling The display supports up to 120 Hz.
Limitations: Size is part of everyday use With a 6.7-inch screen and a weight of 240 g, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is noticeable in a hand or pocket.
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Strengths: Smooth ProMotion scrolling The display supports up to 120 Hz.
Limitations: Size is part of everyday use With a 6.1-inch screen and a weight of 206 g, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro is noticeable in a hand or pocket.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has a 6.7-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: A conventional 60 Hz display The screen runs at 60 Hz. That is enough for messages and video, but scrolling and animations can feel less fluid if you are coming from a 120 Hz…
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 14 has a 6.1-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: A conventional 60 Hz display The screen runs at 60 Hz. That is enough for messages and video, but scrolling and animations can feel less fluid if you are coming from a 120 Hz…
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Strengths: A straightforward touchscreen The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a 4.7-inch screen that gives menus, short messages and photos a clear place on the front of the phone.
Limitations: A conventional 60 Hz display The screen runs at 60 Hz. That is enough for messages and video, but scrolling and animations can feel less fluid if you are coming from a 120 Hz…
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Strengths: Smooth ProMotion scrolling The display supports up to 120 Hz.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: Smooth ProMotion scrolling The display supports up to 120 Hz.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 13 Pro may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 13 has a 6.1-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 13 may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 13 mini has a 5.4-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 13 mini may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max has a 6.7-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 12 Pro has a 6.1-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 12 Pro may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 12 has a 6.1-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 12 may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 12 mini has a 5.4-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 12 mini may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has a 6.5-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone 11 Pro has a 5.8-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 11 Pro may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A straightforward touchscreen The Apple iPhone 11 has a 6.1-inch screen that gives menus, short messages and photos a clear place on the front of the phone.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone 11 may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A straightforward touchscreen The Apple iPhone XR has a 6.1-inch screen that gives menus, short messages and photos a clear place on the front of the phone.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone XR may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone XS Max has a 6.5-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone XS Max may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A high-contrast screen The Apple iPhone XS has a 5.8-inch OLED screen with deep blacks that give photos and video more depth. It also suits reading with a dark theme.
Limitations: Battery condition matters more than old tests A used Apple iPhone XS may have lost a substantial part of its original battery capacity.
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Strengths: A straightforward touchscreen The Apple iPhone 8 has a 4.7-inch screen that gives menus, short messages and photos a clear place on the front of the phone.
Limitations: An ageing platform This is a 2017 model with the Apple A11 Bionic.
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