Budget Phones Should Have One Good Camera, Not Four Crappy Cameras

May 23, 2022

Not everyone needs the latest and greatest super-duper expensive flagship phones. Arguably most people don’t need that. And dropping $1,000 or more on a phone seems crazy when you think about it. That’s why budget-minded smartphones will always have a place.

But when it comes to those affordable phones, there’s a trend we absolutely hate at Review Geek. And that’s sticking three or four terrible cameras on a budget smartphone when none of them will do a decent job. We’ll talk about it more, along with the obvious solution, in the top story.

Other Highlights:

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• Hey Audi owners, here’s some good news. Apple Music is (probably) coming your way!
• LG’s latest ultra-short throw projector seems pretty bright. Literally.
• …and more!

-Josh

You can’t work for a site called Review Geek without getting hands-on experience with a ton of smartphones. But every time a new budget phone crosses my path, I get more and more frustrated with a stupid trend. These affordable phones all have three, four, or even five cameras, but they can’t take a half-decent photo. Read More »

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Answer honestly: when was the last time you legitimately cleaned your earbuds? If you can’t remember (or if you’re looking away from the screen in shame because you’ve never cleaned yours), don’t fret: here’s everything you need to clean your buds properly. Read More »

LG just unveiled its latest flagship 4K CineBeam projector that takes its ultra short throw (UST) lineup to the next level. The LG CineBeam HU915QE packs impressive specs like 3,700 lumens, and you can put it as close as 2.2-inches from the wall and still get a 90-inch screen. Read More »

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