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| By MakeUsesOf |
This
was a year in which smartphones started becoming cheaper, more powerful and
were finally able to add the battery power that users wanted. While the focus
was all on smartphones, the gadget everyone is interested in, in the first
IndianExpress.com tech awards we will also look back at the other gadgets that
impressed us. For now, here's our list of top smartphones for 2015:
1. Best smartphone:
Apple iPhone 6s Plus
Why:
Because the 3D touch on the phone takes it to a new level opening endless
possibilities for apps in future. Also, there is no better smartphone camera
out there thanks to the optical image stabilisation on the 6s Plus. And, yes
this is a battery you can depend on.
2. Runner-up: Nexus 5X
Why: After
the recent price cut, the Google Nexus 5X is the best choice in the Rs 25,000
range. The Nexus 5X delivers on every aspect and the latest Android version
makes it a sweeter deal.
3. Best Android Phone:
Galaxy Note 5
Why: The
most productive of all Android phones has got better, thanks to the new slimmer
design. There is no other Android phone that lets you do more thanks to the
superb stylus and multitasking features.
4. Runner-up: Moto X
Style
Why: It
blends the DNA of previous Moto X smartphones with flagship specs at a price
that makes it a great buy.
5. Best mid-range
phone: Moto X Play
Why: Motorola
has worked its traditional Moto X magic again in the mid-range segment with its
Moto X Play. This smartphone is a beast for its price and comes with
waterproofing and a large battery.
6. Runner-up: Lenovo
Vibe P1
Why: The
battery on this phone is what every smartphone user wants. Finally, the biggest
pinpoint has a panacea and that too without adding on the size or weight, we
have come to associate with larger batteries.
7. Best budget phone:
Moto G3
Why: The
new Moto G redefines the budget benchmark. This is the cheapest waterproof
device and will please anyone with its simplicity and user experience.
8. Runner-up: Lenovo K3
Note
Why: It
has a camera and display that is arguably the best in the price range. It pairs
decent processing power with day long battery life to gain this honour.
9. Best entry level
phone: Redmi 2 Prime
Why: This
is Xiaomi’s first made in India device and is an improved version of its Redmi
2. This smartphone continues to dominate the entry level segment with its
features and performance.
10. Runner-up: Coolpad
Dazen 1
Why: Dark
horse Coolpad surprised us with its Dazen 1. It has everything to make it a
great affordable smartphone. For price conscious buyers, the Dazen 1 offers a
lot of value.
Honorable
Mentions
11. Google Nexus Huawei
6P
If
you want a phone with a great camera and a dependable battery life, don’t look
further than the Nexus 6P. For low-light, the camera gives some stunning shots
and the 5.7-inch 2K display really makes everything else stand out.
12. Samsung Galaxy S6
edge+
Adding
an edge to the smartphone might have seen like a gimmick initially, but with
this phone Samsung made this edge functional.
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