The 11 best phones of 2026, tested by experts

What about the iPhone Duo?Apple recently announced the iPhone Duo, its first-ever foldable phone. It's not out until Oct. 23, but Mashable's Stan Schroeder got to spend a little time with it at Apple Park earlier this month. (Read his hands-on first impressions.) Look for preorders starting on Oct. 16.Check back by the end of the month to see if the foldable iPhone Duo earns a spot in our guide to the top smartphones of the year.Why are the best phones so expensive right now?The new Google Pixel