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The Best (and Worst) Smartphones of 2024 Smartphones in 2024 can be summed up in one word: AI. Every major brand seems to have shifted gears toward artificial intelligence as a key selling point. But where does that leave real innovation? Let’s break down the best and worst phones of the year across several categories to help you figure out what’s worth your money—and what isn’t. AI in Smartphones: Who Got It Right? This year’s AI arms race saw brands trying to outdo each other with new features. Apple, typically a trendsetter, fell short. Most of its AI features either didn't make it to critical regions like Europe or felt half-baked. They work reliably, sure, but where’s the wow factor? Google aimed higher, introducing tools like Zoom Enhance to upgrade your photos and Gemini Live, a slick AI chat system. But then ChatGPT stepped in and raised the bar, often doing the same thing better. Samsung took the crown here. They launched their AI features early, kept refining them...