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Best unlocked Android phones (November 2016)

Now that an increasing amount of smartphone manufacturers are selling their phones at cheaper price points, it's much easier for consumers to afford an off-contract device rather than purchasing one with a two-year contract. At least in the United States, the way smartphones are priced has changed dramatically, and that's a good thing.

So, what are the best smartphones out there for those who'd like to forgo the standard contract and buy unlocked? We're here to take you through the best unlocked Android smartphones for under $250, under $500 and over $500. As always, if you have anything you'd like to suggest, be sure to speak up in the comment section at the bottom of the post.

Editor's note: We'll be updating this list regularly as new devices launch. It's also worth noting that this article is written for a U.S.-centric point of view, though (since they are unlocked) pretty much all of these devices are available outside of the U.S., at least in some capacity.

Update, November 2016: This month we removed the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 from our list to make room for the Google Pixel and Pixel XL.

Best phones under $250

Motorola Moto G4 Plus

Instead of announcing just one Moto G variant this year, Lenovo brought us three different devices – the Moto G4 Plus, Moto G4 and Moto G4 Play.

The highest-end of the bunch is the Moto G4 Plus, and it brings a handful of notable improvements to the Moto G range. It has a big 1080p display, capable processor, expandable storage, and even a fingerprint sensor this time around. While we had a slight problem with the volume/power buttons and the camera in low light, we can honestly say this is one of the best budget offerings in 2016.

Right now you can buy it in the U.S. for $249.99 through Amazon or Motorola.com.

Specs

5.5-inch IPS LCD display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 401ppi
Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor
2/3/4GB of RAM
16/32/64GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 256GB
16MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
Non-removable 3000mAh battery
Android 6.0 Marshmallow
153 x 76.6 x 9.8mm, 155g

Buy now from Motorola

OnePlus X

The OnePlus X is one of the best budget devices you can purchase right now. It's compact, extremely fast, and boasts many of the same software features that come with its older brother, the OnePlus 2. It has an impressive 5.0-inch AMOLED display, a perfectly capable Snapdragon 801 processor, 3 gigabytes of RAM, microSD card expansion up to 128GB and two SIM card slots.

There are a few things to watch out for, though. If you want to activate the device on AT&T or T-Mobile's networks, you may not have great 4G LTE coverage, as the device is missing the appropriate bands. It also comes with no NFC on board, so you won't be able to use mobile payment methods like Android Pay. Oh, and OnePlus has just axed the invite system for the OnePlus X, so you can now buy it from the company whenever you'd like, without waiting in line for an invite!

If you're looking for a budget-friendly smartphone and don't mind spending a few extra bucks, get the OnePlus X. You can purchase it from OnePlus' website for $249.99.

Specs

5.0-inch AMOLED display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 441 ppi
2.3 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor
3 GB of RAM
16 GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 128 GB
13 MP rear camera, 8 MP front camera
Non-removable 2525 mAh battery
Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
140 x 69 x 6.9 mm, 138 g

Buy now from OnePlus

honor 5X

Huawei has finally announced its plans to break into the US market with the honor 5X. The honor 5X was announced a number of months ago, but it was just recently revealed that the dual-SIM budget handset would be coming to the United States for only $200.

Featuring an all-metal build and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, the 5X absolutely comes to market with a few features that we don't normally see on sub-$200 smartphones. It comes with a big 5.5-inch Full HD display, Snapdragon 616 processor, 16 GB of storage and microSD expansion up to 128 GB. It also comes with a 13 MP rear camera, a pretty sizable 3000 mAh battery, and runs Huawei's EMUI atop Android 5.1 Lollipop out of the box. Huawei says the device will receive its update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow sometime soon, as well.

You can pre-order the honor 5X from Amazon in Dark Grey, Daybreak Silver or Sunset Gold color options for only $199.99.

Specs

5.5-inch IPS LCD display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 401 ppi
1.5 GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 processor
2 GB of RAM
16 GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 128 GB
13 MP rear camera, 5 MP front camera
Non-removable 3000 mAh battery
Android 5.1 Lollipop
151.3 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm, 158 g

Buy now from Amazon

Best phones under $500

OnePlus 3

OnePlus did a great job at hyping up its 2015 flagship, the OnePlus 2. After missing the mark in a few key areas like camera and software performance, though, it was very clear the company still had a lot of work to do.

Fast forward to 2016 and we now have the OnePlus 3. Not only does it fix many of the issues we had with the 2, it also brings some new software and camera features to the table that are definitely worth checking out.

With the OnePlus 3 you get a thin, all-metal unibody design, a Snapdragon 820 processor, a massive 6GB of RAM and a perfectly capable 16MP rear camera. The battery is a little smaller this time around, but it does come with Dash Charging technology that will be able to get you a 60% charge in just 30 minutes. Oh, it has NFC too!

The best part? You can buy it right now for just $399 without and invite. That's right – OnePlus has finally done away with the dreaded invite system for good.

Specs

5.5-inch Optic AMOLED display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 401ppi
2.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
6GB of RAM
64GB of on-board storage, no microSD expansion
16MP rear camera, 8MP front camera
Non-removable 3,000mAh battery
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
152.7 x 74.7 x 7.35mm, 158g

Buy now from OnePlus

ZTE Axon 7

ZTE's Axon Pro from 2015 was a good phone, but it fell short in a few key areas. It came to market with only one storage option, no expandable memory, and the dual camera setup on the back of the device felt a bit gimmicky. Not only does the company's latest flagship fix all of those problems, it brings much more to the table.

It has a big 5.5-inch Quad HD AMOLED display, the latest Snapdragon processor, plenty of RAM, multiple storage options, and yes, expandable memory up to 256GB. It also sports some killer front-facing speakers, all-day battery life, a great camera, and a sleek, attractive design. While certain parts of the software could use a little more polish, the ZTE Axon 7 goes toe-to-toe with the best in the Android market. It's also inexpensive at only $400, making this an even more attractive option for folks looking to score a solid flagship device.

Specs

5.5-inch AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 538ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4/6GB of RAM
64/128GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 256GB
20MP front camera, 8MP rear camera
Non-removable 3250mAh battery
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
151.7 x 75 x 7.9mm, 175g

Buy at Amazon

Nexus 6P

As the successor to last year's Motorola Nexus 6, Google recently unveiled the Huawei-made Nexus 6P. This device is the higher-end of the two Nexus phones announced at Google's event, and that's incredibly apparent when looking at the spec sheet.

It comes with a big 5.7-inch Quad HD AMOLED display, super fast Snapdragon 810 processor, a giant 3450 mAh battery and an impressive 12MP rear-facing camera. Want to get your hands on one? The Nexus 6P is pretty cheap, considering the specs and build quality. You can purchase it from the Google Store starting at just $499!

We've just published our full review of this handset, and come to the conclusion that it's up there with the best of the best.

Specs

5.7-inch AMOLED display with 1440 x 2560 resolution, 518 ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor
3 GB of RAM
32/64/128 GB of on-board storage, no microSD card slot
12 MP rear-facing camera, 8 MP front-facing camera
Non-removable 3450 mAh battery
Android 7.0 Nougat
159.3 x 77.8 x 7.3 mm, 178 g

Buy now from Amazon

Best phones above $500

Google Pixel and Pixel XL

Google's Pixel and Pixel XL are here, and they truly are some amazing smartphones.

Not only are they the first phones to ship with the Google Assistant on board, they also come with plenty of exclusive software features and some of the best smartphone cameras in existence.

Under the hood, they sport some killer specs, too. Both devices have an AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 821 processor, 4GB of RAM, plenty of on-board storage and long-lasting batteries. The overall design of these phones may not be the most unique, but they do feel like premium phones through and through.

There are a few things about these phones that will turn some people away, though. For starters, they only sport an IP53 rating for dust and water resistance, meaning they're not nearly as waterproof as the Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge. There are ways around that, but none that will make the devices truly waterproof. Plus, since this is a Verizon model, you'll have to deal with a small amount of bloatware (though you will be able to uninstall it), you won't be able to unlock the bootloader, and Verizon will be handling all Pixel and Pixel XL software updates (though the company swears it won't delay them).

If you're in the market for a new flagship Android phone and don't mind spending over $650, you should buy the Pixel or Pixel XL… these are two of the best Android phones out there.

Specs

Google Pixel

5.0-inch AMOLED display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 441ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor
4GB of RAM
32/128GB of on-board storage, no microSD expansion
12.3MP rear camera, 8MP front camera
Non-removable 2,770mAh battery
Android 7.1 Nougat
143.8 x 69.5 x 8.6mm, 143g

Google Pixel XL

5.5-inch AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 534ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor
4GB of RAM
32/128GB of on-board storage, no microSD expansion
12.3MP rear camera, 8MP front camera
Non-removable 3,450mAh battery
Android 7.1 Nougat
154.7 x 75.7 x 8.6mm, 168g

Buy now from the Google Store

Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

Samsung did a killer job with their 2015 flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. Design-wise, many would say those two phones were close to perfect. The company forwent a plastic design and instead included glass front and back panels with an aluminum frame. They weren't without their flaws, though. The S6 and S6 Edge didn't offer expandable storage or removable batteries — two features Samsung has been known to include in all its smartphones for years.

Now the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have made their way to the masses, and they fix many of the problems the S6 line introduced last year. While they don't offer removable batteries, Samsung included expandable storage on both handsets in case the 32 GB of on-board storage isn't enough. Samsung mostly stuck to the same design this time around, though they did shrink down the camera bumps on the back and made the devices a little thicker to make room for larger batteries.

In terms of specs, these are top-of-the-line smartphones. They come with Quad HD Super AMOLED displays, Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processors, 4 GB of RAM, great 12 MP rear-facing cameras and run the latest version of Android. Instead of featuring the same screen sizes this time around though, Samsung kept the S7 at a smaller 5.1 inches, while the S7 Edge has been bumped up to a larger 5.5-inch panel.

Seriously, these are some incredible smartphones. They are a little pricey, but all in all, we think the high asking price is worth it.

Specs

Samsung Galaxy S7

5.1-inch Super AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 577 ppi
Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4 GB of RAM
32GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200 GB
12 MP rear camera, 5 MP front camera
Non-removable 3000 mAh battery
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9 mm, 152 g

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 534 ppi
Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4 GB of RAM
32 GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200 GB
12 MP rear camera, 5 MP front camera
Non-removable 3600 mAh battery
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7 mm, 157 g

Buy the Galaxy S7 from Amazon Buy the Galaxy S7 Edge from Amazon

HTC 10

HTC needed a saving grace this year, and the 10 just may be it. The Taiwanese company finally designed a phone that's different enough from its predecessor yet still sports a familiar design language. With an all-metal chassis, front-mounted fingerprint sensor and a new-and-improved speaker setup, the HTC 10 easily made its way to our best Android phones list.

Under the hood, the 10 comes with some killer specs. A 5.2-inch Quad HD display, Snapdragon 820 processor and 4 GB of RAM are in line with most other flagships this year, and it also comes with expandable storage up to 200 GB and a 3000 mAh battery that will have no problems lasting an entire day on a single charge. HTC also improved the camera this time around, which was a big flaw in last year's One M9 flagship.

All in all, the HTC 10 is an awesome device. Great specs and a solid build quality are what you'll get here… what more could you ask for?

Specs

5.2-inch Super LCD5 display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 565 ppi
2.15 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4 GB of RAM
32/64 GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200 GB
12 MP rear camera, 5 MP front camera
Non-removable 3000 mAh battery
Android 6.0 Marshmallow
145.9 x 71.9 x 9 mm, 161 g

Buy now from HTC

LG G5

While the Galaxy S7 series is a minor refresh in terms of design, the LG G5 sees a massive departure from the design language used in the G series, ditching the rear volume/power setup that first debuted with the LG G2. The G5 also adopts a unibody metallic design that has a removable cap for access to the removable battery and a port for modules that allow users to expand the phone's capabilities by adding a camera grip and other special accessories.

The distinctly different design of the LG G5 may not be for everyone, but there's little denying that LG has went out of its way to try and innovate in a market where big changes like this aren't all that common.

Spec wise, we're looking at a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 with 4 GB RAM, a 5.3-inch display, and 32 GB storage with microSD for expansion. The specs here are certainly impressive all across the board. It's also worth mentioning that LG has revamped its software, making it faster and less bloated. One controversial move with the software, however, is the removal of the app drawer in favor of what LG says is a "simplified experience."

Specs

5.3-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 554 ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4 GB of RAM
32 GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200 GB
16 and 8 MP dual rear cameras, 8 MP front camera
Removable 2800 mAh battery
Android 6.0 Marshmallow
149.4 x 73.9 x 7.7 mm, 159 g

Buy now from Amazon

There you have it – our picks of the best unlocked Android phones you can buy right now. Missed anything? Tell us in the comments!

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Xiaomi Redmi 4 and Redmi 4A will be revealed on November 4

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Xiaomi has quite a few great devices on offer. One of them is the Mi Note 2, a 5.7-inch phablet that reportedly sold out only 50 seconds after it launched in China. Then there's the Mi MIX, an almost bezel-less device with a very futuristic look.

The next Xiaomi device Android geeks are waiting to get their hands on is the Redmi 4, which will be officially announced in just two days. The Chinese company posted a teaser on its Weibo account revealing that the launch event will take place on November 4 in China. In addition, "The Apple of the East," as some have called it, might also announce another, less powerful version of the device by the name of Redmi 4A.

Based on the image posted, we assume that the Redmi 4 will come with a full metal body and a 2.5D curved glass sitting on top of the screen. And judging by the latest rumors as well its predecessor, it will fall into the mid-range category.

If the rumors are true, we can expect to see a device with a 5-inch 1080p LCD display, a Snapdragon 625 processor, 3 GB of RAM, and 32 GB of memory that's expandable by up to 128 GB. At the back, you'll find a 13 MP camera with dual-LED flash, while the selfie lovers will have to do with a 5-megapixel snapper. The Redmi 4 is said to pack a 4,100 mAh battery, run on Android 6.0, and come in Gray, Silver or Gold.

If you're looking for something a bit less powerful and even more affordable, the Redmi 4A might be more up your alley. Rumors suggest that it will offer a 5-inch screen with a lower 720p resolution, a Snapdragon 425 processor, Android 6.0, 2 GB of RAM, and half the storage. The battery will also get a downgrade to 3,030 mAh while the cameras should stay the same. You'll be able to pick one up in Rose Gold or Gold.

Any takers?

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Peter Molyneux’s new game The Trail now available in the Play Store

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Peter Molyneux, the brain behind Fable, Theme Park, Dungeon Keeper, and more recently Godus, has released his new game in the Google Play Store. The Trail sees the player arrive at a fictional country during its settlement to explore the area, collect and trade items and eventually make their fortune.

It's said to be something of a relaxing title, with an emphasis on exploring the painterly locations rather than quick reactions or deep strategizing. Players are lead along fixed paths through a variety of settings with the help of an in-game trail guide, interacting with a cast of vibrant characters along the way.

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The art and music stood out in my short playtest with it – the expansive vistas are impressive – but I wonder if a landscape format would have been better given the emphasis on the landscapes themselves.

Developed by Molyneux's 22Cans studio and published by Kongregate, whose other titles include Tiny Dice Dungeon and Bullet Boy, The Trail is free to play with in-app purchases. Download it from the Play Store at the link.

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New York Times to produce daily 360° video content in partnership with Samsung

In hopes of keeping up with the latest trends in technology and offering its audience interesting and immersive content, the New York Times has taken the first step towards a new era of journalism. It recently announced that it's launching The Daily 360, a new journalism project, that will deliver at least one 360° video every single day.

To get the project off the ground, The New York Times teamed up with Samsung, who will be providing its journalists from all parts of the world with popular Gear 360 cameras, as well as any other equipment needed. The videos, which will report on different topics ranging from important world events to entertainment, will be published to the New York Times website and app as well as to Samsung VR, the company's premium virtual reality content service. In addition, the content will also be featured in the "Explore with Galaxy area," within Samsung's 837 building in New York City.

So far, two videos have already been posted online. The first one, titled "In the Rubble of an Airstrike in Yemen," takes us to the city of Sana and shows us the aftermath of an airstrike that unfortunately took the lives of more than 100 people. The second one is a bit less dramatic, as it features the presidential nominee Hillary Clinton mingling and taking selfies with her potential voters.

And don't worry. You don't need Samsung's Gear VR or any other VR headset to watch the videos, although they do offer a more immersive experience. You are also able to follow The Daily 360 content on your PC while navigating the videos with your mouse, as well as on your smartphone or tablet by tilting the device in any direction.

So what are your thought about this project? Do you see yourself watching the news in 360° on a regular basis? Let us know in the comments bellow.

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Google security head says Pixel is as secure as the iPhone

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Google's director of security at Android, Adrian Ludwig, has said that the Google Pixel and Apple iPhone are "nearly identical in terms of their platform-level capabilities" when it comes to security. Speaking to Motherboard at a conference on Tuesday, Ludwig also noted that Android's open ecosystem would ensure that it was even more secure than Apple iOS in the future.

Historically, the iPhone has been perceived to be the more secure platform, largely thanks to the difference in how security patches are rolled out across iOS compared to Android. Ludwig said that the number of Android phones that have potentially harmful applications installed is less than one percent, but acknowledged that the fragmentation between Android systems and delays between the disparate security patches remain a concern.

"We got [sic] quite a bit of work left to do to get to a point where that actually happens on a regular basis across the whole the ecosystem," he said, of how manufacturers and carriers implement security updates.

Why Ludwig believes Android's open ecosystem could result in superior security "in the long term" wasn't laid out, but it may stem from the belief that open source software allows for wider and more varying approaches to identifying security flaws (i.e. having hundreds of manufacturers scrutinizing the code as oppose to a more singular 'closed' approach).

Ludwig also mentioned that a targeted attack on multiple people at the same time was almost impossible on Android, and not something that he is expecting to see "at any point in the Android ecosystem."

What are your thoughts on Android's level of security compared to iOS? Let us know in the comments.

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Best unlocked Android phones (November 2016)

Best phones under $250

Motorola Moto G4 Plus

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OnePlus X

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honor 5X

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OnePlus 3

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ZTE Axon 7

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Nexus 6P

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Best phones above $500

Google Pixel and Pixel XL

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Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

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HTC 10

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LG G5

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Xiaomi Redmi 4 and Redmi 4A will be revealed on November 4

Peter Molyneux’s new game The Trail now available in the Play Store

New York Times to produce daily 360° video content in partnership with Samsung

Google security head says Pixel is as secure as the iPhone