Smartphone is normally defined by the smart features packed with the device plus the hours of service it provides. The latter, according to a new report, is not exactly the strength of the leading brands as both the Apple iPhone 6S and Google Nexus family were bested by five, all Android flagships.
As suggested by a new study issued by Consumer Reports, smartphone users will be better served looking beyond the iPhone and Nexus. Even the latest models from the two biggies proved no match when compared to the battery prowess of five Android phones.
The report listed the Motorola DROID Turbo as the top performer, followed by the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active and the Galaxy Note 4, also from Samsung. Occupying the fourth slot is the DROID Turbo 2, another Motorola device and completing the Top Five list is the near 2-year-old Galaxy S5 of Samsung.
Consumer reports said that the five devices showed battery longevity in tests that considered three key factors - processor activity, display and cellular signal. The top performers impressed in all respects and because of tangible indicators.
For one, the battery rating of the batch is no lower than 2800mAh, which explains why the iPhone 6S failed to make the short list. The report also stated that battery juice largely depends on the bulk that came with the device.
As can be expected, the monster in the list is the original DROID Turbo which Motorola deployed with a battery capacity of 3900mAh, its heavy-set proving the key to its topping the list. Again, this makes clear why the slim and light iPhone 6S did now make the cut, which also applies to the premium-made Huawei Nexus 6P.
Rapid and wireless charging features are cited too as a plus for the two DROID Turbo models, the S6 Active and the Galaxy Note 4. With this extra charging, users can stock up on power juice without having to wait for a full battery meter.
Another advantage is the removable battery option, which is the case for both the Galaxy S5 and Note 4. The feature allows users to slide in and out extra battery on devices with rear plate that can be peeled off.
The iPhone 6S and even the upcoming iPhone 7 are not expected to adopt removable battery but there is chance for Pure Android fans to enjoy the feature as the Google Nexus 2016 on release date is rumored to use the LG G5, which is said to unbox with a unique unibody casing that permits battery swap through a detachable bottom portion.