WishlistI get to use all major Chinese phones that are launched over the course of a year, and here's what I want to see in 2026.

Unrivaled durabilityThe Redmi Note 15 Pro series boasts flagship-level toughness, massive batteries, and a game-changing offline calling feature.

Best of the bestI used all phones released by Chinese brands over the course of 2025, so let's take a look at how each brand did this year.

A PresentXiaomi 17 Ultra is rumored to land in consumers' hands right after Christmas, and its price tag might be high.

Wanting to join inXiaomi's trifold is still—allegedly—in the cards after it supposedly appeared in a database.

HardwiredUnique pricing sensibilities means POCO isn't ready to launch its best phone in India — and that's a damn shame.

FocusingA few Xiaomi 17 Ultra leaks suggested the model could sport some noticeable photography upgrades.

Ultra vs. MaxThe Galaxy S26 Ultra will be a beast of a phone when it launches in early 2026, but it has some tough contenders like the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max to compete with.

Ultimate dealWith the F8 Ultra, POCO is signaling its intent to go up against the best Android phones. And you know what? The phone manages to hold its own against Google and Samsung's latest devices.

Keep it cheap!If your budget is minuscule and you want to maximize value, this list of the best Android phones under $100 is for you.