Getting new phone, but unsure which one to buy...

[Acantha]

I'm looking to upgrade/replace my Samsung S8+. There are two features that I really don't like about it. One is that I can't set multiple do not disturb times. The other is the curved screen. I hate it. I can't find a case that will fit! And it's just annoying in general.

Everything else about it is fine, although it's nearly 2 and the battery isn't as good as it once was.

I need:
Same screen size (or larger)
Verizon compatible
Fingerprint sensor
Decent camera
FLAT (not curved) screen
Great battery life

Other features:
Lots of good, sturdy cases
Headphone jack
5G capability

 

[Kizzy Catwoman]

I'm looking to upgrade/replace my Samsung S8+. There are two features that I really don't like about it. One is that I can't set multiple do not disturb times. The other is the curved screen. I hate it. I can't find a case that will fit! And it's just annoying in general.

Everything else about it is fine, although it's nearly 2 and the battery isn't as good as it once was.

I need:
Same screen size (or larger)
Verizon compatible
Fingerprint sensor
Decent camera
FLAT (not curved) screen
Great battery life

Other features:
Lots of good, sturdy cases
Headphone jack
5G capability

S10e has a flat screen and headphone jack. But has same features and internal components as the more expensive S10s.

 

[Mooncatt]

5G capability

No phones have this yet, but the coming LG V50 will and it may tick the rest of your boxes. I'm on the V20, and it's been a great phone. If not for losing replaceable batteries and other changes, I'd upgrade and stick with the V series.

 

[Acantha]

Looks like to V50 isn't out yet and there's no release date. What about the V40?

 

[Mooncatt]

Looks like to V50 isn't out yet and there's no release date. What about the V40?

If I had to hold my nose and pick one of the current phones, I may go with the V40. The problem is that they made several design changes with the 30 and 40 that I don't like, so I'm still sticking with my V20 for the foreseeable future. The only reason I didn't suggest that one is because it's getting long in the tooth. It's over 2 years old, so you'd have to by used and battery life may be questionable due to age. Even new batteries may be a crap shoot for the same reason; being old stock can mean a degraded battery too.

 

[Acantha]

I used the search feature on GSM Arena, and I found the following phones that meet all my preferences:

Pixel 3 XL
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3
LG V40
ZTE axon 9 pro
Umidigi One max

I know some don't have headphone jacks, but I can live without one. I'm mostly concerned with a flat screen and availability of cases (good, sturdy cases as I'm prone to dropping my phone. A lot).

 

[Acantha]

If I had to hold my nose and pick one of the current phones, I may go with the V40. The problem is that they made several design changes with the 30 and 40 that I don't like, so I'm still sticking with my V20 for the foreseeable future. The only reason I didn't suggest that one is because it's getting long in the tooth. It's over 2 years old, so you'd have to by used and battery life may be questionable due to age. Even new batteries may be a crap shoot for the same reason; being old stock can mean a degraded battery too.

What features didn't you like?

 

[Mooncatt]

What features didn't you like?

Sealed batteries, AMOLED screens (burn in risk, so I prefer LCD), removal of dedicated second screen, glass bodies, and removal of the IR Blaster.

 

[Kizzy Catwoman]

I used the search feature on GSM Arena, and I found the following phones that meet all my preferences:

Pixel 3 XL
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3
LG V40
ZTE axon 9 pro
Umidigi One max

I know some don't have headphone jacks, but I can live without one. I'm mostly concerned with a flat screen and availability of cases (good, sturdy cases as I'm prone to dropping my phone. A lot).

Do NOT buy Umidigi. Bought one and it was returned to Amazon within 4 months of purchase. Camera Rubbish, quality rubbish, software rubbish, customer service rubbish, updates non-existent. Just a terrible buy all round. Don't waste your money.

 

[Acantha]

Do NOT buy Umidigi. Bought one and it was returned to Amazon within 4 months of purchase. Camera Rubbish, quality rubbish, software rubbish, customer service rubbish, updates non-existent. Just a terrible buy all round. Don't waste your money.

Thanks, I can cross that one off my list.

 

[worldspy99]

Pixel 3XL or even last years Pixel 2 XL are great devices. Yes no headphone jack but otherwise everything on your list is fine. And 5G phones will cost a bit more not to mention 5G service so you need to get that off your list as well.

 

[tadpoles]

S10+

 

[Acantha]

I end up getting the 3xl! I'm quite happy with it so far. I couldn't pass up the $200 off offer plus 0% APR. Plus I can trade in my old phone instead of putting it on CL or eBay.

 

[Morty2264]

I end up getting the 3xl! I'm quite happy with it so far. I couldn't pass up the $200 off offer plus 0% APR. Plus I can trade in my old phone instead of putting it on CL or eBay.

That's so awesome! Congratulations on your new Pixel 3 XL! Enjoy!