Cell phones, especially smartphones have become a basic necessity in our daily lives and it’s not surprising to find people looking forward more to the launch of a new smartphone rather than any other festival or special occasion. Catering to this growing demand for new and innovative options, major cell phone brands have taken it upon themselves to give its customers something new to look forward to year. As we enter into the New Year with the hope of much more better things to come out way, here’s a look in to the top 10 phones 2014 that managed to create a niche in everyone’s hearts.
10. Nokia Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020 is the number one choice for everyone looking for a great camera and the best Windows phone experience. The camera offers users options that may not be available on leading smartphones. The downside however, is its exceptionally huge size and struggling battery life. This phone offers a similar experience to that of the previous Lumia 925 but is a great alternative for people who don’t enjoy the iOS or Android experience.
9. LG G2
Up until the LG G2, LG failed to create an impression in the world of smartphone. However, LG G2 changed this. This powerful smartphone efficiently completes with major rivalries like Samsung S4 and Nexus 5. It offers users a more “android” experience with access to some great applications. It does everything users want their smartphones to do without being overloaded with features.
8. Moto X
Motorola has been around for quite some time now and sticks to its motto of quality over quantity. The phone maker doesn’t launch phones as vigorously as its rivals but when it does launch a product, it makes sure quality is its biggest asset. The same applies for Moto X. The phone’s 2GB of RAM, 4.7-inch display, 252 different color combinations, 2,200mAh battery and reasonable price tag is what makes it a very good buy. Though the phone has some mid-range specifications, it offers a pleasurable user experience.
7. Samsung Galaxy S3
Samsung’s Galaxy S3 is undoubtedly the most successful and popular Android phone of all time. This success has helped make the brand a big player in the smartphone industry. The phone created quite a controversy but managed to win the hearts of many. Additional features, decent battery life and the introduction of 4G LITE are what contributed to the success of this phone.
6. BlackBerry 10
BlackBerry’s attempt to regain its strong hold over the smartphone market came with the launch of BlackBerry 10, an operating system highly inspired by the popular QNX software. The launch of this OS gave rise to a new series of Blackberry phone including Q10, Q5, Z10, Z30 and the P’9982. The phones quickly became popular and gave BlackBerry users a reason to trust and believe in the brand again. Though the steep price received some criticism, it didn’t stop ardent BlackBerry fans from checking out what the pioneer smartphone maker had in store for them. Z10 was the first phone to be released in this series and was first made available in the United Kingdom. The makers did away with their traditional QWERTY keypad, replacing it with a 4G touch screen. The device received some great software updates and new additions to the list of available applications. It included a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 16GB internal storage space and 2GB of RAM.
5. Nexus 5
Google’s Nexus 5 debuted 4.4 KitKat, the latest Android version. This smartphone sold out on Play Store faster than hot cakes, with a backlog of three to four weeks. It has great internal specifications with a 2GB Ram, Snapdragon 800 processor, 8 MP camera and wireless charging. Though the phone is not perfect, it offers an enjoyable experience. Manufacturers have paid attention to performance and detailing which is why this smartphone rivals some of the best smartphones launched this year. This powerful phone offers a magnificent display which is another reason for its success.
4. HTC One
HTC One has been named the “Best Smartphone Ever” by many users. This and many other reasons have contributed to it bagging top spot in many “Best Smartphones 2013” lists. The phone is known to balance size perfectly well with practicality, making it the best all-rounder phone. This Android phone has a 4.7 full HD screen that offers some oif the best quality visuals on a smartphone. It has a 1.7GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 chipset, making it a powerful phone. The 2GB RAM is an additional feature that adds to the appeal of this phone.
3. iPhone 5c
Popularly known as Apple’s “colorful” phone, the iPhone 5c is an improved version of the previous iPhone 5 with new features like improved battery life and 4G compatibility. The phone is touched to be a “cheap” alternative for people who can’t afford the iPhone 5S but still want to enjoy the Apple experience. This new iPhone gives users access to all applications available on the App Store, however, lacks slightly in the all round performance iPhone 5S offers its users. All in all, this phone is a great buy for people obsessed with Apple but can’t afford its high prices.
2. Samsung Galaxy S4
Samsung has always remained on top of its game with its new and innovative smartphones. While the new Samsung Galaxy S4 has been criticized for have features one too many, users have said the new device doesn’t disappoint. The large 5-inch HD display is one of its most striking features. This new smartphones also provides additional flexibility that other leading phones don’t like expandable memory with a microSD and a removable battery.
1. iPhone 5s
iPhone 5s is touted to be a masterpiece from the largest mobile creator of today – Apple. This phone boasts exquisite attention to detail and a wonderful design that can easily give other smartphones a run for their money. Though the external design doesn’t break too far away from previous models, the internal modification and the brand new OS (iOS 7) keeps the phone way ahead of other smartphones released during the same time. iPhone 5s boasts of a 64-bit support and a new co-processor that makes motion sensor handling all the more easier. Additional features include a better flash unit, a great battery life, fingerprint scanner and top class software updates. While the price may burn a hole in your pocket, users have vouched for it being worth every penny.
