Now that I’ve spent a good deal of time with the iPhone 17, I have a better appreciation for what it brings the conversation about the best phones out there. Sure, Apple's entry-level flagship might be overshadowed by the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max, but the base flagship model actually sees bigger upgrades than in years past.

As I’ve detailed in my iPhone 17 review, it’s the phone that most people should get because of how it perfectly balances features and value to its package. But I couldn’t neglect mentioning other phones in this price range, like the Galaxy S25 and Pixel 10, can flaunt their own perks over the iPhone 17.

Just this past weekend, too, I’ve made a point to use the iPhone 17 as my daily driver for all sorts of things — like using its camera upgrades to shoot an eve

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