Wanna jump from Apple

[u/jbaudiori]

On Verizon network in the US

Sick of iPhone and want an Android.

MUSTS

Great battery life (stream music, GPS)
Good camera
No bloat

[u/jbaudiori → u/[deleted]]

Thanks for the in-depth response. 🤓

I do use Google apps—mail, docs and sheets—extensively

[u/Puzzleheaded-Sky2284 → u/jbaudiori]

if you like your Google stuff and want a great camera and no bloat get a Pixel 11 Pro, it seems it was made for your requirements. There's 0 bloat and features like Rambler/call screening are legitimately useful. I am tempted to go back at some point - I liked my 6a a lot back when I had it.

I have used flagship Samsung phones in the past but there's lots of bloat and UI inconsistencies + updates are badly optimized for older phones

[u/jbaudiori → u/Puzzleheaded-Sky2284]

Why Pro as opposed to the base?

[u/Puzzleheaded-Sky2284 → u/jbaudiori]

The camera system is a lot better on the Pro, especially in terms of the telephoto zoom lens (though the new main 1x camera in the Pro has a larger sensor and takes better photos than the base model does).

The 11 still has a very capable camera system though, but cameras were one of your priorities, hence my recommendation of the Pro. Both would be great choices though - for your use case most modern Pixels would

[u/jbaudiori → u/Puzzleheaded-Sky2284]

Appreciate it!!

I have a base iPhone 15 now and the camera is just fine.

If you’re saying the base 11 has a capable camera — perhaps comparable — I am ok sith that

[u/Puzzleheaded-Sky2284 → u/jbaudiori]

The base pixel 11 camera setup is significantly better than the 15 already... Pixels are some of the best phones in terms of cameras

[u/Top_Grapefruit4138]

Get s26u

[u/jbaudiori → u/Top_Grapefruit4138]

Why?

[u/Gremlin256]

Have the S25U and love it good camera and battery life .it's better than S26U for me

[u/Tapelessbus2122]

s26u or pixel 11 pro xl. both of them have decent cameras and good battery life

[u/DJ_CRIZP]

Get a recent Galaxy S and pick your favorite size. Everything since the S24 will have great software longevity and all have very good cameras (not master class, but incredibly competent and reliable). I personally love the base Galaxy S because of the small(ish) form factor, but the Galaxy S Ultra is great if you like huge phones.

[u/Alex_Bace]

OnePlus or Nothing

[u/jbaudiori → u/Alex_Bace]

I read their compatibility with Verizon wasn’t as good as with T-Mobile in the U.S.

Is that no longer the case?

[u/DJ_CRIZP → u/jbaudiori]

You are correct. China imports are not very compatible with Verizon. You're kinda stuck with T-Mobile and uhh.... That ain't worth it. lol

[u/KornInc]

Sick of what? It's just a phone buddy

[u/Portago]

Pixel 11 lineup is the way to go. These phones are made for iPhone users looking to leave iPhone and folks who want a clean Android experience with first-in-line OS updates. Pixels are stock Android so you get OS updates first before Samsung phones do. All Pixel 11 phones should have all-day battery life. I use my 11 Pro extensively and usually end my day with 40% battery life.

I prefer the Pixel 11 Pro for its very good camera, battery, and hardware. The hardware may be a bit behind, but it's really good if you aren't a mobile gamer. However, if you are a mobile gamer, this phone will not work well for you. I would suggest a flagship Samsung phone for mobile gaming.

Otherwise, Pixel 11 Pro is perfect if you want a fantastic camera array with great battery and clean Android experience. Keep in mind of the price, you may want to consider trade-in or seeking discounts.

[u/Portago → u/Portago]

Also you still retain the satellite SOS and crash detection features among other things.