Smartphone Awards 2021!
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The Best of Smartphones in 2021! Show more for all links/phones Discord: discord.gg 0:00 Intro 1:25 Best Big Smartphone 3:30 Best Small Smartphone 6:35 Best Camera Phone 9:24 Best Battery 11:34 The Design Award 14:45 The Value Award 16:26 Bust of the Year 18:25 Most Improved Award 20:55 Phone of the Year Galaxy Z Fold 3 Review: youtu.be Galaxy S21 Ultra Review: youtu.be ROG Phone 5 Review: youtu.be Samsung Z Flip 3 Review: youtu.be Oppo Find N Review: youtu.be iPhone 13 Review: youtu.be iPhone 13 Pro Review: youtu.be Pixel 6 Review: youtu.be Vivo Z70 PRo+: youtu.be Legion Gaming Phone Review: youtu.be Surface Duo 2 Review: youtu.be MKBHD Merch: shop.mkbhd.com Tech I'm using right now: amazon.com Intro Track: youtube.com Playlist of MKBHD Intro music: goo.gl ~ twitter.com @MKBHD @MKBHD
The Smartphone Awards 2021 video opens with an enthusiastic setup from Marques Brownlee, laying out the structure of nine categories where each category will crown an overall winner along with potential runners-up and honorable mentions. He notes the trophy, the vibe of a celebratory awards show, and emphasizes that some categories are tight contests while others are clear wins. The host pays tribute to the desire for more competition and variety in the smartphone market, pairing light memorial sentiment with a playful invitation to celebrate 2021’s innovations. The stage is set for a detailed breakdown of categories, with a mix of folding phones, camera capabilities, design, and value guiding the judging rubric. He also previews the community interaction angle, hinting at future Discord discussions and fan engagement beyond the video itself. The overall tone blends appreciation for cutting-edge hardware with a candid acknowledgement of the fast-paced, sometimes uneven, evolution of smartphones across the year.
Topics · technology · mobile devices · consumer electronics · reviews · smartphones
Questions answered
- Which phone won Best Big Phone in 2021 and why?
- The Galaxy Z Fold3 won Best Big Phone due to its large interior display, usable outer screen, and overall folding-phone experience which makes it the top option for big-screen usage.
- What criteria define the Best Small Phone category in this awards video?
- The Best Small Phone category rewards compact flagships that maximize performance and features in a smaller body, with the iPhone 13 Mini narrowly edging out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 as the winner in 2021.
- Which phone claimed the Best Camera award and what makes it stand out?
- The iPhone 13 Pro won Best Camera for its comprehensive camera package, improved primary sensor, stabilization, new picture profiles, and ProRes video capabilities, making it the standout overall smartphone camera system.
- How is the Value Award determined according to Marques Brownlee?
- The Value Award goes to a phone that delivers exceptional value for its price, exemplified by the Pixel 6 at $599 with strong Tensor performance, high-refresh OLED display, and strong overall cameras.
- What is the Bust of the Year and which device received it?
- The Bust of the Year honors the least desirable launch or product experience of the year, awarded to the Microsoft Surface Duo 2 for its higher price, unfinished software, and subpar camera performance.
- What defines the MVP or Phone of the Year in the video?
- The MVP or Phone of the Year is a subjective culmination of year-round impact, innovation, and personal preference, with the Galaxy S21 Ultra named as the MVP for its balanced excellence across design, battery, camera, and performance.