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cross-posted from: https://lemy.lol/post/1519899

> I am picky about the features I look for in a smartphone. Hopefully this post can be a good resource for myself and others who have similar preferences. For reference, I am using a Oneplus 7 Pro with a non-functional camera and flashlight. > > > # Very important features > ----------- > > ## Battery life > It should handle a day's worth of general usage before charging. Heat kills batteries, so decent heat dissipation is important too. > > ## Durability or repairability > I recently bought a Google Pixel 5a, a phone I greatly enjoyed before I dropped it 5 feet and the display decided its work was done. My top priority is to have a useable device for ~5 years before needing an upgrade. > > ## Storage > > I like storing my music collection (30 GB and growing) and expandable storage would save me from having to carry a DAP (mp3 player). Without expandable storage it should have 256 GB storage. > > ## Price > Electronics aren't meant to last a long time; I'd prefer devices costing ~300 USD, but I would gladly pay a little more for reliability. > > ## Microphone > Please let me be intelligible on phone calls. Please? Pretty please? > > ## Software updates or custom ROM support > OS updates for 3+ years or resources on XDA for flashing a custom ROM. Ideally LineageOS. > > # Would be nice > ----- > > ## Root capability > It's a bit dated nowadays, but I really do appreciate having that extra bit of control. This also ties into custom ROM support. > > ## Fingerprint Sensor > I loved the dedicated fingerprint sensor on my Pixel 5a. Power button fingerprints are worse, but better than nothing. Typing in my passcode every time is a bit of a pain. > > ## Speakers > Preferably dual front facing stereo speakers. Having some decent output for videos when I don't have anything else with me would be nice. > > ## OLED/AMOLED display > Makes stuff WAY easier to see when the sun's all sunny. > > ## Processing power > I don't play phone games. I watch a lot of media and I message people. Must be capable of simultaneously running muliple apps and background services. > > ## IPA ratings > It'd be pretty sick if I could bring it with me in the shower without worrying about water damage. > > ## Fast charging > Won't always use it, but it'd be great to have. > > # Cutting corners > ---- > > ## Screen resolution > I don't need a 4K display. Hell, I don't need a 1080p display. If it cuts costs, 720p is just fine so long as it looks okay. > > ## Size > It can be big or small, thick or thin. Not picky. > > ## Other features I don't need > Headphone jack, NFC, 5G, wireless charging > --- > > The phones I am looking at right now are as follows > - Sony Xperia 10 V - No custom ROM support, long term durability is unclear. > - Fairphone 4 - Slightly out of price range. > - Samsung Galaxy XCover6 Pro - Way out of price range. > I would appreciate any input or questions.

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