Smartphones have become a mainstay of modern life. There was a time when they were little more than a device to make and receive phone calls. In a pinch people might send a picture or two. However, over time smartphones have become the hub of most people’s day to day. Smartphones can stream movies or TV shows, keep you connected remotely for work, and offer a desktop as fast as most web browsers.

2020 offers the following innovative smartphones:

1. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra shows what the Android operating system is really capable of. It features a huge screen with smooth animations. The 12 to 16 GB of RAM is more than enough to ensure that applications stay properly cached and don’t interfere with one’s usage patterns. The camera system is professional grade featuring 108 MP wide, 48 MP periscope and 12 MP ultrawide. The front camera pairs this with 40 MP. On top of this the 5,000 mAh battery will keep the phone running even while using the powerful processor.

2. iPhone 11
The iPhone 11 hardly even needs an introduction. Apple essentially invented the modern smartphone and they continue to dominate the industry. The latest version of iOS adds some new features such as widgets. The camera is somewhat comparable to Samsung’s offering at 12MP wide angle and 12 MP ultra wide angle. And the power balance between processor and 3,110 battery keeps it going for a considerable amount of time.

3. OnePlus 8 Pro
The OnePlus is arguably the best Android phone on the market. This is reflected in the price. However, anyone who wants the latest and greatest may want to give it a try. The front camera weighs in at 16 MP. And the back camera has 48MP. The phone is also one of the first to offer 5G connectivity. However, it’s the screen which will probably grab most people’s attention. The screen features 120Hz, HDR10+ and QHD+. What’s more, the 4,510mAh battery is enough to provide power for it.

4. Google Pixel 4a
The Pixel 4a might not be the best phone in the world by specs alone. However, it’s set at a very competitive price point for its feature set. It has 6 GB RAM which is at a midpoint between the highest and lowest options for premium phones. The front camera is 8 MB and the rear weighs in at 12.2 MB. Again, this isn’t an industry leader for specs but it’s still quite respectable. One notable bonus is that the Pixel line gets some bonuses from Google. This includes text to speech from the recorder and Night Sight mode on the camera.

5. Moto G Power
The Moto G Power’s claim to fame is a combination of battery life and price. It can last for an estimated 16 hours of standard use. This means that it’s not just able to last that long sitting unused in one’s pocket. The phone can actually last around sixteen hours while being used. Part of the reason is that the Moto uses a smaller screen than most of the other options. However, the 6.4″ screen still looks great and offers a 2300×1080 resolution. The 16 MP rear camera and 16 MP rear offers a surprisingly high quality picture as well. While it ranks low on overall specs, the phone is an ideal choice for anyone whose main priority is battery life or cost.