Smartphones have made life easier today. These phones come in a wide range of prices depending on the capabilities and features they offer. Some of the exciting new features of these phones include a high-quality display, super-clear photos, and long-lasting batteries. This article features some of the best smartphones to by in 2022 (all prices in USD):

1. Google Pixel 6 Pro

The 6.7 inch-screen here is water-resistant and can stay for 30 minutes immersed in a water depth of one meter. The rear camera is 50MP+12MP+48MP with wide, ultrawide, and telephoto capabilities. The 5003mAh battery is an upgrade from Pixel 6’s 4616mAh. The phone’s RAM is 12GB, while internal is 128GB/256GB/512GB. The phone retails at $899 on Google.

2. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

The 6.8-inch AMOLED display on the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra screen supports a 120 Hz refresh rate and the S-Pen Stylus technology by Samsung. The selfie camera is 40 megapixels, while the rear is 108 megapixels with wide-angle capabilities. The RAM is 12GB or 16GB, while 128GB/256GB/512GB of internal storage options are available. The 5000 mAh battery on this phone ensures you don’t miss out on sending that important email or capturing a fun party moment. The phone goes for $1050 on Amazon and $1200 on Best Buy.

3. Apple iPhone 13 Pro

This is one of the best phones released by Apple so far. It stands out from its predecessors due to its improved battery life and an upgraded camera. The 6.1- inch screen on this phone has a 120Hz refresh rate, resulting in crisp graphics and smooth animations. The front camera on the iPhone 13 Pro is 12 MP, while the rear one is 12MP+12MP+12MP. The camera produces vivid photos due to new features such as improved light-gathering, autofocus sensor, and 3x optical zoom. Moreover, the phone is water-resistant and allows wireless charging. You will get 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB of storage on the Apple iPhone 13 Pro. The phone retails for $1499 (1TB), $1299 (512GB), $1099 (256GB), and $999 (128GB).

4. Jitterbug Smart2

Jitterbug Smart2 is a 5.5-inch smartphone that focuses on seniors. The elderly can operate the phone easily due to its simple user interface. The internal space is 16GB, while the RAM is 2GB. In addition, the front camera is 5MP, while the rear is 13MP. The battery here is 3000mAh.

The phone comes pre-installed with Greatcall, a virtual carrier that focuses on seniors. Greatcall makes life easier because it offers cheap cellular phone plans. Some available Jitterbug cell phone plans for seniors include 100MBs and unlimited text and talk time for $49.99 monthly. You also get unlimited phone access to emergency responders and nurses for $24.99 per month. The phone retails at $128 on Amazon.

5. OnePlus 9

This smartphone has some solid features to consider, especially if you are looking for a budget gadget. The 6.5-inch screen and reduced resolution (2400X1080 pixels) on this phone are crucial for saving power. A 120Hz refresh rate is also available on this screen. The 65-watt fast-charging feature charges the phone fully in 30 minutes. In addition, the phone also allows wireless charging. The RAM is 8GB/12GB, while the internal memory is 128GB/256GB. The OnePlus 9’s selfie camera is 16MP with auto-HDR properties, and the main camera is 2MP+48MP+50MP. The phone goes for $600 on Amazon.