Android Phones Guide

Last updated: Dec 1st, 2017.

This complete guide includes a full analysis of the best android phones available including a collection of the most recent reviews and explanation of what phones are best for you. Feel free to browse our sortable directory of all devices that includes lists of the best, available, upcoming, and rumored Android phones.

Curated by our staff of experts and updated regularly.

Best Android Phones

Pixel XL

The Pixel is Google's new smartphone for 2016. It was the first phone under the new "Made by Google" brand. The Google Pixel XL features a 5.5-inch Quad HD display, Snapdragon 821 chipset,...

Samsung Galaxy S8

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is the successor to the Galaxy S7. It's one of Samsung's flagship phones for 2017. It features a larger 5.8-inch display despite having a size similar to the Galaxy S7...

Pixel

The Pixel is Google's new smartphone for 2016. It was the first phone under the new "Made by Google" brand. The Google Pixel features a 5-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 821 chipset, 4GB...

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Available

Pixel XL

Samsung Galaxy S8

Pixel

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

LG G6

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Upcoming

Lenovo PHAB2 Pro

Samsung Galaxy A7 2016

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Rumored

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Reviews

Doogee S95 Review: Indestructible and affordable

Buying a rugged smartphone used to mean paying a premium for out of date hardware, something that may have been fine on a worksite, but it wouldn’t be the sort of device you would want to use in your home life. All of that has changed within the last couple of years with a number …

LG V30 Review

LG finally decided to stop playing around with gimmicks and made the best phone they possibly could. Is that enough to make the V30 matter in a world of Galaxies and Pixels? Let’s find out.

LG G6: Four Months Later

We re-reviewed the G6 after one month and now we’re back to revisit the phone after four months. How has it aged since our original review in April?

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News & Updates

5 Great Side-scrolling Action Games on Android

Mar 26th - Amidst all the gachas, P2Ws, and freemium titles, here are some Android games tailored for players looking for a more classic experience. Let’s check them out!

SteelSeries Launches New Controller Designed for Android and Chromebook Gamers

Mar 25th - SteelSeries’ newest controller is designed for Android and Chromebook gamers.

The Android Beta program now offers an easy exit without a system wipe

Mar 25th - In addition to releasing QPR3 Beta 1.1 for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro this week, Google announced that testers would soon be able to opt-out of the Android Beta Program without having to wipe their device at the end of each cycle. Those who tested Android 12L earlier this month were unable to simply …

New Google feature to show available doctors appointments

Mar 25th - It can be hard to appreciate how difficult it can be to find a doctor when you need one the most. As one of the staff here at Phandroid who is chronically ill, I can confirm that the time and energy wasted trying to find a practicing right who will take you as soon as …

Hit the Road with Spotify Car Mode

Mar 25th - Nowadays, driving a car provides numerous opportunities for distraction. Other drivers or pedestrians, as well as mobile devices and simply daydreaming, can all be sources of distraction. Spotify, on the other hand, is rumored to be working on a new Car Mode that is already in beta for some Android users in order to make …

Qualcomm Predicted to Reveal Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Successor Soon

Mar 25th - Reports point to an upcoming Qualcomm chipset for flagship smartphones.

Pixel 6a, Pixel Watch expected to make an appearance at Google I/O

Mar 25th - According to a tweet by Jon Prosser, it seems that Google’s upcoming I/O event will most likely see the company announce the Pixel 6a and the Pixel Watch.

The EU could force iMessage, WhatsApp to work with smaller messenger apps

Mar 25th - According to a newly announced legislation in the EU, it seems that they are putting forward a proposal that would sort of unify all our instant messengers.

Google Chrome gets some fresh UI

Mar 24th - Google Chrome has finally released a new side panel interface that houses both your bookmarks and reading list. It’s included in Chrome stable release 99, and it reduces the need to show your bookmarks bar all of the time.How does it work?When you’re in Chrome, click the icon in the top right corner to the …