In 2025, CNET tested the battery life of 35 phones, and our overall top performer is the iPhone 17 Pro Max. At a starting price of $1,199, it was the most expensive phone in our top five. Its 5,088-mAh battery capacity wasn't the largest, but it shows just how efficient Apple's A19 Pro chip and iOS 26 are.

Check out the best phones we've tested for T-Mobile—including the models you need to experience the fastest network speeds. I’m one of PCMag’s mobile writers. That means I check out phones, hotspots, and mobile networks. Technology has been my ...

High-end phones were once required for high-quality images. That has changed, with a photographer's glut of options on the market at various prices.

Which 5G phone is best? Technology marches ever onward, with the latest and greatest phones of today rocking 5G connectivity. It offers less latency and interference — meaning it’s more efficient — and it’s faster. There’s been a noticeable ...

Tired of the restrictive carrier payment plans that often come with new cell phones? The best unlocked phones we've tested aren't tied to a carrier, give you more freedom to roam, and carry less bloatware. I’m one of PCMag’s mobile writers. That means ...

Choosing a cellphone is more challenging every year. The options seem endless, with minimal technical differences between one phone model and the next, and many times you must debate between a lower price and the features you want most in your next phone.

Cyber Monday is officially underway, which means it’s your last chance to shop the best sales of the year. Many of our favorite retailers are offering notable deals on cellphones during the event, making this a great opportunity to upgrade your current ...