The Oppo R17 Pro, released in late 2018, was positioned as a premium mid-range smartphone with a focus on design, camera capabilities, and fast charging. Oppo aimed to deliver a high-end experience without the flagship price tag
The Nokia 7.1, released in October 2018, was positioned as a mid-range smartphone offering a blend of premium design, solid performance, and a clean Android experience. As part of HMD Global’s revival of the Nokia brand, the 7.1 aimed to deliver a stock Android experience with timely updates
The Motorola Moto G6, released in April 2018, is a budget-friendly smartphone that continues the legacy of Motorola’s G-series, known for delivering solid performance at an affordable price. Priced at approximately $250-$300, it competes with mid-range devices like the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1
The Sony Xperia XZ3, launched in August 2018, marked a significant shift for Sony’s flagship lineup, introducing the company’s first OLED display and a refined design. Priced at around $800-$900, it aimed to compete with premium smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S9
The LG G7 ThinQ, released in May 2018, was LG’s flagship smartphone aimed at competing with premium devices like the Samsung Galaxy S9, OnePlus 6, and Huawei P20 Pro. Marketed under LG’s “ThinQ” branding, it emphasized AI integration, a bright display, and superior audio capabilities.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, released on November 23, 2018, was a mid-range smartphone from Xiaomi’s popular Redmi Note series, succeeding the Redmi Note 5 Pro. Priced at approximately $170 (₹13,999 in India) for the base model,
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro, released on November 16, 2018, was Huawei’s flagship smartphone, succeeding the Mate 10 Pro. Priced at approximately $1,050 for the base model, it targeted the premium market with a 6.39-inch AMOLED display, a pioneering triple camera system, and a robust feature set.
The Google Pixel 3 XL, released on October 18, 2018, was Google’s flagship smartphone, succeeding the Pixel 2 XL. Priced at $899 for the base model, it aimed to deliver a pure Android experience with cutting-edge computational photography and tight integration with Google services.
The OPPO Find X8 Pro doesn’t shout for attention — it earns it. From the moment I unboxed the device to four weeks of real-world usage, it consistently reminded me that flagship phones can still surprise, not with gimmicks, but with polish.
The OnePlus 13 arrives not with fanfare, but with quiet confidence. This time around, OnePlus hasn’t tried to revolutionize the wheel — instead, it’s honed the blade. From the first moment I held it in my hand to the end of a month of daily use,