Phones (2024)

FAQs

What is the best phone in the world right now? ›

Can I buy a cell phone without a plan? Yes, you can buy an unlocked phone without a plan. If you don't want to sign a contract and pay a monthly fee in order to purchase a phone, you don't have to. A locked cell phone is one that includes a SIM card and only works in a specific cell phone carrier's network.

Apple emerges as the most popular phone brand in terms of shipments, followed closely by Samsung. Despite experiencing some declines, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo also maintain their positions among the top smartphone brands.

Name of Billionaires and The Phones They Use

Elon Musk: Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has been seen using both iPhones and Samsung Galaxy phones. Mark Zuckerberg: Meta (formerly Facebook) CEO Mark Zuckerberg is a known iPhone user. However, in a recent picture in India, he has been see using a Samsung phone.

Samsung might be your best choice if you value advanced camera technology, extensive customization, and cutting-edge display capabilities. For users who prioritize a streamlined user experience, robust data security, and tight integration across devices, Apple stands out as the top option.

We asked U.S. consumers about "Most popular smartphone brands" and found that "Apple" takes the top spot, while "Sony" is at the other end of the ranking. Find this and more survey data on most popular smartphone brands in our Consumer Insights tool.

iPhone 15 Leads Top-Selling List; Samsung Dominates with Most Spots in Q2 2024. Highlights: Apple led the top-selling smartphone list with iPhone 15 and captured 4 spots in the list. Samsung captured the most spots at 5 while Xiaomi made a comeback in the list after a year.

Can I buy a phone only without a plan? ›

You have two choices when it comes to buying a phone – buy it outright (with one of the handset-only deals) or on a pay monthly plan.

A burner phone is a disposable prepaid phone you can likely purchase at convenience or department stores. It follows the pay-as-you-go principle, and you do not enter any contact with mobile carriers.

Buy outright.

Buy a device outright from Telstra and you own it for good. With no monthly repayments, you can relax. It's all yours.

Samsung might be your best choice if you value advanced camera technology, extensive customization, and cutting-edge display capabilities. For users who prioritize a streamlined user experience, robust data security, and tight integration across devices, Apple stands out as the top option.

Both iPhone and Android provide solutions for people with different needs. If you already own Apple products like the Mac, iPad, or Apple TV, getting an iPhone is an easy choice. If flexibility or apps are essential, go for an Android. Different categories matter more for certain people.