1 Jan 2018 · 785K views · 5:59

I used a 2012 Smartphone in 2018 - Here's what happened.

3 products in this video, in the order they appear. Tap a timestamp to jump to the bit where I talk about it.

In this video.

01Not rated▶ 0:07
Google Pixel 2 XL
His normal daily driver, used as the modern benchmark with its taller display and easier one-handed use.
02Worth it if…▶ 0:07
Samsung Galaxy Note 2
A 2012 flagship that shows how far phones have come, with a vibrant screen and decent everyday speed but poor multitasking, build and ergonomics.
03Not rated▶ 2:35
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Used as the modern comparison for the Note 2, with a far better S Pen eject mechanism and display.