His pick for best-value gaming phone, keeping what matters at around half the price of the ROG Phone 2.

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A dual-screen alternative that doesn't cost much in compromises, with strong power and good battery life.
Impressed by the commercial-grade modular drone for search and rescue, but presents it as a smart-city tool rather than something to buy.
Similar to the Reno 2 in price and spec, with a dual pop-up selfie camera and good protection, but heavy.
The strangest of the batch; the 360-degree camera is a gimmick that works but explains why the phone never took off.
A very cute tiny rugged phone that's impressive for how much survived the shrinking.
The 3D effect works better than expected, though the resolution is lacking and it's a bit gimmicky.
Good value on paper at $250, with a big battery and a custom Mr Who's the Boss logo on the back.
Incredible packaging and top internals, but he dislikes the look of the back.
Solid build and clean Android One software, but the bundled charger and earphones are unimpressive.
Built to get a reaction; he was unconvinced by the dual-screen pitch, though the rear-camera-as-selfie idea appeals.
Impressive fast wired and wireless charging and strong specs at a competitive price.
Huge battery, fast charging and big display make it great for many users despite a mid-range chip.
A pricier A-series phone that is one of the most affordable 5G handsets, with a better camera and chip than the A70.
A directional spotlight with coloured pads that adds mood to shots.
Lets him mount a full-frame lens on the phone for real optical background blur, though it needs a DOF adapter and costs image quality.
Gives rock-solid stabilisation but is far from portable.
The electric slider adds smooth motion and time lapses that make footage far more engaging.
Still impressive and one of the fastest phones around, with slimmer bezels and a better display than the XR.
He really likes it, with a glass back, wireless charging and a dense, good feel.
He liked the size but never the design, and it was marred by bendgate.
Stronger aluminium and 3D Touch, but not a high point thanks to battery and camera criticism.
More premium feeling with jet black option, but removing the headphone jack felt early.
An incredible phone that introduced Siri, and the last one Steve Jobs saw announced.


































