If you are considering purchasing a smartphone, you need to consider longevity. A smartphone that is durable will allow you to replace a broken part. It also can be upgraded with a new camera and receive software updates indefinitely. This means that it could be a great investment for years to come.
Galaxy Nexus
The Galaxy Nexus is Samsung’s first smartphone to run on the latest Android version, “Ice Cream Sandwich.” The phone is available in Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network and on T-Mobile’s 3G GSM network. The phone’s screen is so large that it makes the iPhone’s 3.5-inch screen seem cramped. However, it’s not the screen size that makes the Nexus stand out.
Fairphone 4
The Fairphone 4 is a smartphone designed to last for more than a decade. It comes with a five-year warranty, uses Fairtrade materials, and is electronic waste neutral. It also features an easily replaceable battery. Its iFixit repairability score is a perfect 10 out of 10. The features of this smartphone make it an ideal choice for a decade’s worth of use.
iPhone
Apple’s CEO Tim Cook has said that over 900 million people use the iPhone, and more than 70 percent of them use the latest iOS update. The latest update supports the iPhone 6s, and you can expect your iPhone to last four or five years, depending on how much you use it. However, if you do not update the software regularly, your iPhone may start to degrade in performance and become less useful. Also, your device’s battery will not last as long as it once did, so be sure to purchase a higher-quality case and ensure adequate storage.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom
The Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom features a 16-megapixel camera with a 10X Samsung Zoom lens. This camera uses a lens that has a rotating ring on the back that you can rotate to zoom in and out. Unlike traditional zoom controls, the S4 Zoom uses on-screen zoom controls to adjust the camera’s focal length.
HTC Evo 4G
The HTC EVO 4G LTE is a 4.7-inch Android smartphone with a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor. It has a 16GB internal memory and a microSD card slot. It also has a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera and an 8-megapixel rear camera. It runs Android 4.0 with HTC’s Sense 4.0 user interface. It is powered by a 2,000mAh battery.
Motorola Droid X
The Motorola Droid X is a top-notch smart phone. It runs Google’s Android operating system and is extremely easy to use. It also includes Google’s free turn-by-turn navigation application. Another cool feature is its ability to act as a wireless hot spot. Verizon Wireless charges about $20 per month to use the device as a wireless hot spot.
