While 2026 has just begun, here are some standout Android smartphones that have launched recently, and are already setting the stage for upcoming releases.

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I’ve been using the Motorola Edge 50 Pro for the last few weeks with no real complaints, but that’s mainly because I’ve slowly accepted it’s yet another Motorola smartphone with the same old problems.

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The Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro try something different in a sea of sameness and succeeds, as long as you don't mind the caveats for those killer prices. Reading time 6 minutes Want to try ...