The iPhone 14 isn’t much of an upgrade over the iPhone 13, but it’s still a great device and an upgrade for anyone coming from the iPhone 11 or older.

Great camera, Good battery, Emergency features are cool, Still excellent performance

Display could use some upgrades

Apple has given select media outlets and YouTubers access to the new iPhone 14 ahead of when it begins arriving in customers' hands on Friday, September 16. There are two models of the ‌iPhone‌ 14, the standard 6.1-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 and the larger 6.7-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 Plus.

It's easy to get carried away and lose sight of just how far we've come in the smartphone world. Apple's iPhone 14 is 7.8 millimeters thick but can communicate directly with satellites, boasts photographic talents that eclipse dedicated cameras and action cams, and does so starting at just $799.

Improved low-light camera performance, Clever safety features (you hope you won't need)

Improvements feel evolutionary, eSIM may prove a headache, iPhone 13 offers much the same for $100 less

The iPhone 14 is better than its predecessor, but it's also more expensive and doesn't have many significant upgrades.

Even faster, with a better camera and more features.

Charger is optional. Lacks telephoto lens. Price has been increased.

Camera specialist with Sony Alpha genes. Sony remains faithful to its own line, again designing its high-end smartphone a bit differently than its smartphone competitors. In addition to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, a new camera sensor, and a real optical zoom, the Xperia 1 Mark V offers many equipment...

bright 4K OLED panel, powerful equipment, fast SoC, a lot of optional accessories

no WiFi 7, short period of guaranteed updates, bad selfie quality, only a single storage configuration, no accessories included, slow charging, back cover fells like plastic

The Sony Xperia 1 V is a superb phone that barely puts a foot wrong. It’s lightning-fast with a great screen, enviable battery life and a superb camera array. You might quibble with the design, which remains an acquired taste, but it does everything exceptionally.

Speedy performance with top-notch internals, Brilliant sound with a dedicated headphone jack, Superb stamina with multi-day battery life, You want a phone without compromises: From camera to sound, Sony hasn’t cut any corners at all.

It’s as expensive as non-folding phones get, Bloatware is insulting in a phone this expensive, Textured glass back feels a lot like plastic, Getting value for money is important to you : All this comes at a price, and it’s simply too high for most people.

All the manual modes a pro snapper or videographer could want; Stunning screen and great sound; Last of the old guard for fan favourite features;

Cameras not as point-and-shoot friendly as rivals; Charging speeds are merely average; Serious money;

Sony’s cinematic flagship smartphone impresses us once again, with upgrades in all the key areas Cinematic picture for a smartphone New design looks and feels great Wired and wireless audio compatibility Tall screen can be awkward at times Expensive

Hannah Stryker / Review Geek The iPhone 14 is the latest iteration of Apple’s flagship device. Since its launch, the iPhone has set the standard of what a smartphone is, what it does, and how it looks. Fifteen years later, it’s still doing that.

Top-notch cameras, Amazing display, Snappy performance, Great battery life

It's just "this year's iPhone"

The iPhone 14 isn't much of an upgrade over the iPhone 13, but it's still a great device and an upgrade for anyone coming from the iPhone 11 or older.

Great camera, Good battery, Emergency features are cool, Still excellent performance

Display could use some upgrades