Latest articles by Basil Kronfli
The best iPhone for photography: from the iPhone 16e to iPhone 16 Pro Max
UPDATED The best iPhone for photography can help you capture stunning images and professional videos
The best camera phone in 2025: what's the best smartphone for photography?
BUYING GUIDE The best camera phones take photos and video that can rival traditional cameras – these are the top smartphone shooters
Google Pixel 9a review: a safe bet
Unremarkable in a good way, Google’s Pixel 9a is a smart buy with a good enough camera
Honor 400 Pro review: who needs a flagship anyway?
Packing a triple camera, loads of power ultra-fast wired and wireless charging, the Honor 400 Pro strikes a winning balance, for the most part.
Nothing Phone 3a review: a Goldilocks budget phone
A competitive camera, price, and standout styling make the Nothing Phone 3a a sensible and affordable choice across the board
35mm is the future of camera phones – and the Nubia Z70 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra are the proof
OPINION Another phone maker has ditched the 23mm smartphone camera status quo, so are Nubia's Z70 Ultra and Vivo's X200 Ultra the 35mm future photographers have been waiting for?
Poco F7 Ultra review: a surprise gaming and camera powerhouse
With a versatile 60mm telephoto camera, the Poco F7 Ultra impresses thanks to its capable camera, flagship spec and excellent value.
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G review: mighty future-proofing meets middling cameras
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G is great for watching videos and seven years of future-proofing is excellent, but can the cameras hold up against the competition?
Poco X7 Pro review: this phone is a budget gaming champ, but how's the camera?
review Poco phones are known for their value-packed gaming performance, but can the Poco X6 Pro’s camera impress?
Google Pixel 9a launches with a new camera, upgraded AI, and Tensor G4 power
Dialing back the camera specs but ramping up the affordability, the Pixel 9a looks set to be a mighty midrange Android smartphone with stellar future-proofing.
Best budget camera phones in 2025: the best cheap camera phones right now
Buying guide Save money and still take good photos, with the best budget camera phones on the market today
Xiaomi 15 Ultra review: two steps forward and one step back
It isn’t the best at everything, but the Leica co-engineered Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a fantastic all-round camera with its 1-inch wide sensor, 200MP zoom, and excellent grip accessory
Xiaomi’s new concept attaches a Micro Four Thirds camera to your phone
NEWS I got hands-on with Xiaomi’s Modular Optical System – is this the future of mobile photography?
Vivo V50 review: Zeiss camera phone without the flagship price
Arguably the best photo processing of any midrange phone, the Vivo V50’s camera shines even if availability is limited on launch
Samsung Galaxy S25 review: performance boost meets camera plateau
Review In a world of oversized phones, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is an impressive compact flagship, even if its cameras fail to excite
Honor Magic 7 RSR Porsche Design review: a special edition we’d actually recommend
Review More than a fresh lick of paint, Honor's special edition Magic 7 RSR bests the 1TB Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro Max on value
Redmi Note 14 Pro & Pro Plus review: 200MP cameras on a budget
Despite powerful 200MP primary cameras, the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro Plus aren't sharpshooters across the board
The best Android phone for photography: smartphones that give Apple a run for its money
BUYING GUIDE With a lot of options on the market, here are some of the best Android phones for photography to consider for your next upgrade
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: modest update but a mighty phone
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is expensive, but it's also good at everything, even if its cameras and battery life can't quite beat some of the best alternatives
Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Plus and S25 Ultra hands-on – it's an AI bonanza
Samsung has launched the 2025 Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra, but what’s new with the cameras? We go hands-on.
The best phone for video recording and vlogging
Buying guide Featuring clever cameras and slick software, these are the best phones for video recording and streaming
The best flip phone & best folding phone
Buying guide They're super-fashionable, and for good reason. We reveal the best flip phone & best folding phone right now
Xiaomi Mix Flip review: Leica's first flip phone
REVIEW The Xiaomi Mix Flip promises Leica tuning and some class-leading specs even if it isn't a clean sweep flip phone champ
