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What’s the best Android phone 2017? Our money is on the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge , but what’s your money on? We round up 20 of the finest Android phones available to buy in the UK in our list of the best Android phones of 2017, which covers everything from the HTC 10 and Nexus 6P to the Google Pixel , LG G5 , Sony Xperia Z5 , Xiaomi Mi 5s and OnePlus 3T. Android phone buying advice and best Android phone reviews.
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We have removed the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from our smartphone chart due to the ongoing battery issues which, in some cases, are catching on fire. It has been discontinued so if you have one, stop using it and return it for a refund.
Android has the largest market share in the smartphone world, but whereas Apple’s share is divided between just a few iPhones with obvious differences between them there are hundreds of Android phones available to buy. And the choice gets even more confusing when you consider that each Android phone manufacturer has multiple Android phone product lines, each with its own features and benefits. Also see: Best smartphones 2017 UK
In our best Android phones chart we focus primarily on flagship devices, with the exception of where a phone lower down the range stands out for its excellent value (see the OnePlus X and Moto G4 ), feature set or performance. The phones in this group are those most likely to be bought on a contract, however, and their initial cost will be largely irrelevant. If you are buying them SIM-free you should check out our best SIM-only deals , but if budget is a primary consideration for you, also see our round-up of the best budget phones.
When we talk about flagship smartphones, we really just mean the top model in a company’s phone line-up. You’d usually expect to pay between £500- and £600 for it SIM-free, or around £40- to £50 a month on a contract.
