Phone Scoop - Latest Phones

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:59:05 GMT

This new shape for a Samsung foldable effectively shrinks the Z Fold8 Ultra, with only minor compromises to the battery size (which is still larger than on the Z Fold7) and camera system. Key features include a 7.6-inch inner display, 5.5-inch cover display, dual 50 megapixel cameras, flagship processor, fast charging, and two-way wireless charging, UWB, and water resistance.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:48:44 GMT

This update to the Z Flip7 is slightly thinner and lighter. Other features remain similar, including a multi-position hinge, two-way wireless charging, and a durable, water-resistant body.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:39:01 GMT

This update to the Z Fold7 has a smoother, sharper main display, larger battery, faster charging, faster processor, and a better wide-angle camera. Other features are similar, including a 200 megapixel main camera, ample memory, water resistance, triple rear cameras, UWB, and two-way wireless charging.

Samsung Galaxy A27

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:20:09 GMT

This minor update to the Galaxy A26 offers a faster processor and a new front camera. Other features of this affordable Android phone are mostly similar, including an AMOLED display with fast refresh, 50 megapixel main camera, NFC, fingerprint reader, and expandable storage.

Consumer Cellular Iris Connect 2 / SpeakEasy Smart

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:47:08 GMT

This replacement for the Verve Connect is a significant upgrade, offering 5G, a larger display and battery, more memory, a better camera, and NFC for tap payments. Other features of this entry-level smartphone include a fingerprint reader, expandable storage via memory card, and a headset jack.

Motorola edge (2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

This update to the edge (2025) shifts to a smaller, lighter design while keeping most features and specs of this mid-range phone. This includes a sharp display, 50 megapixel main camera, wide camera, waterproof and rugged body, super-fast charging, and wireless charging.

TCL K70

Wed, 20 May 2026 19:45:14 GMT

This entry-level 5G Android phone has a large display, large battery, fast charging, 50 megapixel camera, and NFC. It also has a 3.5mm headset jack and a memory card slot for expandable storage.

Motorola razr fold

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:03 GMT

Motorola's first book-style foldable is also Motorola's highest-end flagship phone to date. Specs include a huge 6,000 mAh battery, 6.6" outer display, 8.1" inner display, triple 50-megapixel rear cameras, waterproofing, and ultra-fast wired and wireless charging.

Motorola razr ultra (2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:02 GMT

This update to the original razr ultra upgrades to a new, cutting-edge sensor with LOFIC technology for the main camera. It also has tougher cover glass and a larger battery (the largest in any flip phone). The design and other features remain similar, including a super-sharp display, flagship processor, waterproofing, and super-fast wired and wireless charging. It's also available with unique finishes including a natural wood veneer.

Motorola razr+ (2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT

This update to last year's razr+ has a larger battery and swaps the telephoto camera for a new wide-angle camera. The outer design and features remain similar, including a large outer touch display, 6.9-inch main display, waterproofing, flagship-class processor, ample RAM, fast charging, and two-way wireless charging.

Motorola razr (2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This update to last year's razr gets upgraded cameras, a larger battery, and a faster performance. The design and other features of this relatively affordable foldable are largely the same, including an outer touch display, wide-angle camera, waterproofing, and wireless charging.

Sonim XP Pro Thermal

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:46:11 GMT

This variant of the XP Pro adds a FLIR thermal imaging camera, but is otherwise similar. This field-ready phone is relatively sleek. Other features include configurable physical shortcut buttons, support for pro field accessories, extra-loud speakers, expandable storage, and wireless charging.

Sonim XP5plus 5G

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:45:38 GMT

This update to the Sonim XP5plus adds 5G, but also upgrades the display, processor, and memory. Other features of this rugged, bar-style feature phone are similar, including PTT, camera, expandable storage, optional control knobs on top, and compatibility with a range of specialized accessories.

TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:53:51 GMT

This affordable phone has a unique matte display with special paper-like modes accessed by a dedicated switch on the side. It also has a 50 megapixel camera with OIS, Bluetooth Auracast, 33W fast charging, NFC, fingerprint reader, and expandable storage via memory card.

Motorola moto g stylus (2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

This minor update to the moto g stylus (2025) sports a larger battery, improved water resistance, and faster RAM; other specs and features are largely unchanged. Key features include an integrated stylus, sharp display, very fast wired charging, wireless charging, rugged durability, expandable storage, 50 megapixel camera with OIS, and a headset jack.

Samsung Galaxy A37 5G

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:05:44 GMT

This minor update to the A36 has improved water resistance and new AI features, but is otherwise similar. Key features of this mid-range phone include a large HD+ AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh and a 50 megapixel camera.

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:05:37 GMT

This minor update to the A56 has improved water resistance and new AI features, but is otherwise similar. Key features of this mid-range phone include a large HD+ AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh, 50 megapixel camera, and a wide-angle camera.

Orbic Trophy 5G

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This affordable phone has 50 megapixel cameras on both the rear and front, fast charging, and wireless charging. It also has Gorilla Glass 5 protecting the FHD+ AMOLED display, NFC, and expandable storage with a memory card slot.

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:32:44 GMT

This mid-range phone sports a unique design and several high-end features, including a display that's large, sharp, and bright, with fast refresh. It also has a 50 megapixel triple camera system with 3.5x optical zoom. Other key features include 50W fast charging and customizable Glyph Matrix for notifications on the back.

Apple iPhone 17e

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:17:28 GMT

This update to the iPhone 16e looks similar but upgrades the processor, storage, wireless charging, and 5G speeds. Other features are similar, including 48 megapixel "Fusion" camera, satellite service, IP68 water rating, and Face ID biometric security