Student looking for a flagship for photography & media (S25U/S26U vs. Pixel 10 Pro vs. OP15 vs. iPhone 17). What's the move?
Hey everyone,
I’m a student looking to upgrade my daily driver. I have a very specific set of non-negotiables, mostly centered around a clean Android experience and heavy media/photography use.
My Non-Negotiables:
The Vibe: Must have a premium design and great battery life to clear a full day of student use.
Media: An elite display (top-tier color range, great anti-reflection) and excellent Dolby Atmos speakers for content watching.
Photography: I love taking still photos (street photography, landscapes, random snaps). I don't care about video.
Software Bias: No iOS (can't stand the restrictive file system) and no typical Chinese OS skins (lack that premium feel). My favorite software experiences are Samsung One UI, Google’s Pixel UI, and OnePlus OxygenOS.
The Options I'm Considering:
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra / S26 Ultra
Google Pixel 10 Pro
3.OnePlus 15
- iPhone 17 / 17 Pro / 17 Base(still keeping these for awesome hardwares)