INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
2017 was a stellar year for smartphones, and 2018 has proven to be even better
even more versatile than ever before.Here at TheIndianSubcontinent, we check out almost every phone under the sun, putting the ones that
matter through our vigorous testing process to create our in-depth mobile phone reviews.However, with so many to choose from, we've spent
hours whittling them down to a top ten, taking into account power, specs, design and value for money
any updates in a year's time, rightSo whether it's one of the many slick Android handsets, the latest iPhone or one from a range of
other cool manufacturers, we've extensively tested them all so you don't have to!Here are our rankings for the best smartphones that are
currently available in Australia in 2018.1
Samsung Galaxy Note 9The best phone in the world right nowRelease date: August 2018 | Weight: 201g | Dimensions: 161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8mm | OS:
Android 8 | Screen size: 6.4-inch | Resolution: 1440 x 2960 | CPU: Exynos 9810 | RAM: 6GB / 8GB | Storage: 128GB/512GB | Battery: 4,000mAh |
Rear camera: Dual 12MP | Front camera: 8MPGorgeous designUnrivalled screenLarge batteryHuge storage optionsLooks similar to Note
8ExpensiveOn paper, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 doesn't seem all that different to its predecessor, the Note 8
Look beneath the surface, however, and you'll find a smartphone that has addressed almost every issue that last year's model had (although
the Bixby button is unfortunately still here, just waiting to be pressed accidentally) to become the best handset that money can buy right
and Galaxy S9 Plus in the screen department, Samsung has managed to top itself once again by producing a record breaking display for the
Note 9 that's already been named the best of its kind
Its Super AMOLED QHD+ display is exceptionally bright and vibrant, with inky blacks and beautiful curved edges.Most of all, we love that
Samsung's listened to its customers and has continued to resist current (and arguably misguided) smartphone trends, such as notch cutouts
the Note 8's battery was only 3,300mAh
Given the brightness of its display and the power of its internals, the Galaxy Note 9's longer battery life is more than welcome.Speaking
of its internals, the Note 9 is an absolute powerhouse, with its Exynos 9810 chipset and 6GB of RAM offering snappy performance at all times
The 512GB model is backed by an additional 2GB of RAM (8GB in total), which should allow for even better performance in DeX mode (which no
resolution) and the same variable aperture functionality is available, allowing for the phone's iris to automatically adjust itself
Though one could argue that most of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9's improvements are relatively minor, each one has been made in an effort to
also offers the most storage and the best performance of any Android handset
The fact it also doubles as a super portable PC when connected to a monitor or television is also a huge potential bonus
In short, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is the kind of smartphone that all others should be striving to match.Read the full review: Samsung
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