There’s nothing quite like the feeling of a new top of the line phone. Companies continue to release new products in this increasingly competitive marketplace and the benefit goes to consumers. Phones are consistently faster, have better features, more storage and better cameras than those that came before.

The downside to the constant release of new great smartphones is that it’s easy to miss the newest releases and be unaware of some of the latest technology. What follows are some of the latest and best smartphones on the market today. These pieces of technology are just waiting to be used.

1 - iPhone 13 Pro Max

It seems that Android and Samsung tend to go back and forth on who has the best smartphone on the market. Right now, Apple has the advantage. The iPhone 13 Pro Max basically has every feature you could ever want in a phone. THe cameras are ridiculously good and can accomplish anything you might want. The display is stunning and there’s no app or program that can’t be run on it. It’s large and has a surprisingly good battery life. If one is to quibble, perhaps it could charge up quicker, but the long life helps. 

2 - Google Pixel 6

The Pixel features an impressive 6.4 inch OLED screen, meaning you’ll never have to straight your eyes. One benefit of the Pixel 6 is it starts around $599, unlike some of the other phones on this list. Despite that, it has impressive software hidden away. The photo editing is particularly impressive. Removing people from the background of a photo you take has never been easier. Some people choose to upgrade to the Pixel 6 Pro. The only real reason to do this is if you are chasing a 120Hz display. 

3 - Samsung S22 Ultra

This is Samsung’s current over the top product to match the iPhone 13 Pro Max. It’s smooth and has a built in galaxy note S pen. The display is 6.8 inches and somehow is even more impressive than the iPhone 13 Pro Max. Though to be fair, it’s very close. One issue with previous S class phones was the night mode cameras. These have now been improved. There are some downsides to this phone, which is why it’s not fighting for the #1 spot however. The battery life is a bit disappointing in a phone this expensive. That last word matters too. This thing is going to wear a hole in most people’s wallets. It’s truly a phone for the wealthiest out there. 

4 - iPhone 13

Skip the Pro versions for a minute and focus on the basic iPhone 13. It’s still loaded full of best in class cameras and a bright and vibrant display that will please any user. In addition, the battery life is very impressive for a model in this price range. This is arguably the pound for pound best phone on the market today from a value standpoint and anyone who gets one should be happy. The only downside is the lack of a 120hz screen. However, this really doesn’t detract from the phone all that much. 

5 - OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus can sometimes feel like an oversight in the smartphone landscape. This shouldn’t be the case though. Their newest flagship is an incredible option for anyone interested in an Android phone. It looks good and the display is top notch. The camera doesn’t quite match the Apple options, but is the best that OnePlus has ever added to a phone. Battery life is extended from the past and quite impressive. While everything is perhaps just a shade behind the competition, it’s very close and the price difference can make it worth it.