Top-of-the-line smartphones can help boost productivity at work.
1. Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
With its powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 2.0 GHz octa-core processor and 3GB RAM, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL runs on Windows 10 and works like a PC on a smartphone. The Windows Continuum feature enables users to connect to a Microsoft Display Dock and use it with an external monitor, a keyboard, and a mouse. This gives users a distinct PC-like experience on their phone — they’ll feel like they’re at work anywhere they go. The 5.7-inch Quad HD display means it’s large enough to prevent eye-strain and the extra-large 3340mAh battery and wireless charging makes pulling an all-nighter doable.
Retails at RM2,699.
2. Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016)
This 6-inch behemoth is designed to eat up tasks. It is quite impressive, with a good built and decent camera. Powered by a 1.8GHz octa-core Snapdragon 652 processor with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage that you can expand via a microSD card up to 256GB, the flagship Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro makes doing work a breeze.
To add icing to the cake, Samsung is throwing in a 64GB microSD card for free with every device purchased. The phone comes with a 16-megapixel rear camera with a fast f/1.9 aperture lens and optical image stabilisation. In front, the smartphone gets an 8-megapixel f/1.9 selfie camera. Keeping it running is a large 5,000mAh battery that has support for quick charging and can be topped up from zero per cent in just 160 minutes.
Retails at RM1,999 and comes in Black, White and Gold.
3. Sony Xperia XA Ultra
Another 6-inch phone that offers more productivity and entertainment, while being a comfortable fit in one hand due to its ultra-thin bezel that makes it look almost frameless. The phone runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and is powered by a MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755) processor, coupled with 3GB of RAM and includes 16GB storage. It also supports expandable storage via microSD card (up to 200GB).
The highlight of this phone however, is the 21-megapixel Exmor RS with mobile sensor main camera with Hybrid Autofocus and a 16MP front camera with slow sync flash and optical image stabilisation. It packs a 2700mAh battery which is said to deliver up to two days of battery life. All in all, this smartphone is perfect for those who want a bigger display for getting work done more easily or a better entertainment experience.
Retails at RM1,699, and comes in Black, White and Lime Gold.
4. Apple’s iPhone 6s Plus
The iPhone boasts a roomy 5.5 inch display and longer battery life. In terms of performance, great selection of apps for work and solid security options makes it stand out from other Android smartphones in its category. In this device, Apple has introduced a pressure-sensitive display that opens the door to a group of new touch gestures. Called 3D Touch, it is useful.
Despite its size, the iPhone 6s Plus still looks sleek and elegant with its gently curved edges, making for a comfortable grip. The big display allows for room to work on documents and spreadsheets as well as managing emails. Powered by the custom-designed 64-bit A9 chip, the phone runs on iOS 9 and is assisted by Siri, Apple’s virtual-assistant app. As for battery life, the phone can last for more than eight hours. It also has 16GB storage.
Retails at RM3,699 and comes in Space Grey, Silver, Gold and Rose Gold.
5. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
The device doesn’t just impress in the looks department, it is also an all-round stunner. It has impressive optics, crisp screen display and outstanding software. On top of that, the S7 Edge is water-resistant with an IP68 rating. The screen, at 5.5 inch, looks shorter and narrower with the curved edge design. With the QHD resolution of 2,560 x 1,440, everything on the display looks vibrant and crisp.
This is especially useful when viewing documents as well as Powerpoint presentations. With 32GB of internal storage, with an option to expand up to 200GB through the microSD slot, there is more than enough space to store all your work as well as related images. The 3600mAh battery should be enough to last a full day’s use but if it doesn’t, the fast charger is available to the rescue with its Quick Charging 2.0 feature.
Retails at RM2,399 at www.Lazada.com.my after discounts. Comes in Silver, Black and Gold.