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Smartphone reviews, testing, user experience, comparisons

In this section we published objective and detailed reviews of smartphones from the authors of Root Nation. Android phones and iPhones. We are testing new devices from leading manufacturers and young brands, smartphones in all price categories. Reviews will help you determine the choice of a smartphone. In addition, here you will find comparisons of cameras of popular smartphones and articles with the user experience of last year’s gadgets, which are still on sale, but are much cheaper than hot news.

Cubot KingKong Dura Review: Slim Armored Smartphone with Two Batteries

Yuri Svitlyk-
Today I’m taking a look at the rugged Cubot KingKong Dura smartphone, featuring a durable yet slim body and two removable batteries. In the...

Samsung Galaxy Fold8 Ultra Review: Thinner, More Powerful, and… More Expensive

Eugenia Faber-
This year, Samsung decided to split its flagship foldable lineup and introduced two different models. Vladyslav Surkov recently shared his thoughts on the compact...

OPPO Reno16 5G Review: Stylish Contender for Compact Smartphone Crown

Yuri Svitlyk-
Today, I’m taking an in-depth look at the new OPPO Reno16 5G, a compact smartphone that combines a premium design with a capable camera...

Samsung Galaxy Fold8 Review: Rethinking the Foldable Smartphone?

Vladyslav Surkov-
The smartphone market has been in something of a rut for years. Each new device increasingly resembles its predecessor or a competitor, and few...

Cubot KingKong ES 5 Review: Rugged, Affordable, and Equipped with Flashlight

Eugenia Faber-
In July, Cubot expanded its KingKong lineup with the new rugged and, as usual, budget-friendly Cubot KingKong ES 5. It follows the Cubot KingKong...

Motorola Razr Fold Review: An Almost Flawless Foldable

Denis Zaychenko-
The most accurate way to describe the Motorola Razr Fold is that it effectively gives you three devices in one. Not in terms of...

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Review: Changes Where They Matter

Denis Zaychenko-
If we allow ourselves a bit of retrospective perspective, just how unusual does the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra really look today? Foldable smartphones are...

Bigme HiBreak Plus Review: Affordable E Ink Smartphone-Reader with Color Display

Eugenia Faber-
Today I'm taking a look at the Bigme HiBreak Plus, an affordable device that combines a color E Ink display, stylus support (although the...

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Review: Slim Mid-Range Smartphone with 7000 mAh Battery

Eugenia Faber-
In March, Motorola introduced a streamlined version of its flagship Motorola Edge 70 – the Edge 70 Fusion. The new model positions itself as...

Samsung Galaxy A57 vs Galaxy A37 Review: Updated Bestsellers

Julia Alexandrova-
Two new additions to Samsung’s A-series – the Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 – arrived for review at the same time. This lineup has remained among the most...

Blackview XPLORE 1 Pro Review: A Smartphone When Needed, a Tool at All Times

Denis Zaychenko-
No other rugged smartphone, under any circumstances, has stayed with me as long as the Blackview XPLORE 1 Pro – and I expect it to remain...

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: Reference Flagship Without Major Changes

Vladyslav Surkov-
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is one of the more notable smartphone releases of the year, particularly from the perspective of the mass market....

Poco X8 Pro Max Smartphone Review: Finally, a True Flagship Killer

Denis Zaychenko-
There is a term I have not used in quite some time: “flagship killer.” It originated in an era when a smartphone could feature...

HONOR Magic 7 Pro Review: After One Year of Use

Andrey Kocevich-
In the first few weeks, almost any flagship smartphone presents a strong initial impression: performance is fast, the camera delivers appealing results, battery life...

Samsung Galaxy S26 Review: Most Compact Flagship with Minimal Changes

Eugenia Faber-
What does the base flagship of 2026 from the South Korean company offer? Looking ahead, it’s worth noting that there hasn’t been a major...

Motorola Signature: The Company’s First True Super-Flagship

Denis Zaychenko-
To put my perspective – and admittedly my envy of the Motorola Signature – into context, there’s an important detail to know. Over the course of my professional...

Xiaomi 17 Review: Compact Flagship with Leica Optics

Iryna Bryohova-
I’ll admit honestly: I’ve never been particularly drawn to smartphones from Xiaomi. Not because of any firm principle – it just happened that way. There was...

Meizu Lucky 08 Review: Successful Comeback

Rick Mortin-
When was the last time you heard about Meizu smartphones? It may be hard to recall. The brand gradually slipped out of the spotlight,...

OPPO Reno15 Pro 5G Review: Performance and Capable Camera at Reasonable Price

Yuri Svitlyk-
The OPPO Reno15 Pro 5G may be a suitable option for users looking for solid performance and a capable camera at a reasonable price. Smartphones...

Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus Review: Is It Worth the Price?

Julia Alexandrova-
The launch of Samsung’s new flagship series traditionally sets the tone for the Android market for the coming year, and the Samsung Galaxy S26...
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