The iOS-ification of Android is ruining my favorite phones

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There’s arguably never been a better time to be an Android fan. There’s a wide range of brands, each with something unique to offer; long-term software updates are now the norm, and high-end hardware even eclipses what the ever-popular iPhone has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a powerhouse gaming smartphone, one with the best battery life, the most cutting-edge AI tools, or the most versatile camera setup on the market, there’s an Android phone for you.

I’ve recently had the pleasure of running the OPPO Find X10 Pro Max for a few weeks, a brilliant phone by virtually every metric you can throw at it. Multi-day battery life, silky smooth performance, a top-notch camera, and even some brilliant first-party software. OPPO’s unique aesthetic also ensures this isn’t a phone you’d easily confuse for a Galaxy or iPhone knock-off. …