If you're wary of Samsung or looking for a worthy iPhone alternative, the Google Pixel is the high-end Android phone to get The Google Pixel has a fantastic camera, especially in low light. It's elegantly designed. Google Assistant takes one of the most natural, human approaches to answering your voice The phone's display is dim in outdoor sunlight and its camera's Lens Blur feature is shoddy. It's splash-resistant rather than dunkable, and it's pricey compared to previous Google Nexus devices.

The Galaxy S7 strikes an ideal balance of features and performance. It has an awesome camera , lightning-fast performance and great battery life -- plus expandable storage and water-resistance, Polished design. Awesome camera. Long battery life. microSD storage slot and water-resistant (again!) , Annoyingly reflective. Smudge magnet. Plastic-looking selfies even with no filter. No removable battery, which isn't surprising, but is still a compromise compared to 2014's S5.

The iPhone 7's notable camera, battery and water resistance improvements are worthwhile upgrades to a familiar phone design. But ask yourself if you really need an upgrade... and if the Plus might be a better choice , Improved front and rear cameras -- now with optical image stabilization -- deliver much improved photos , especially in low light. Water resistant. A faster processor, plus slightly better battery life. More onboard storage than last year's models for the same price.

The Google Pixel C is the Android tablet to beat. It's got a sleek, solid build and features a magnetic keyboard (sold seperately) that attaches so strongly, you can hold it upside down and the tablet won't fall. The Google Pixel C has a slim, compact aluminum build that feels sturdy keyboard is equally solid . Its optional Bluetooth and doubles as the tablet's cover and it has a powerful , long-running battery. The tablet runs the latest version of Android and its performance is lightning fast.

A host of small refinements cements the Surface Pro 4's position as the best-in-class Windows tablet -- so long as you're prepared to pay extra for the required keyboard cover accessory. The Surface Pro 4 fits a larger screen with a higher resolution into a slightly slimmer body than last year's model. The pen and keyboard cover are also improved, and this is one of the first mobile systems shipping with Intel's latest processors.

The iPad Air 2 is a nice refinement and finesse of the previous model, with a bevy of tweaks, enhancements, a much faster processor, and the welcome addition of Touch ID. The iPad Air 2 has a great balance of size and weight. Crisp, bright display. iOS 9 runs perfectly, including split-screen apps. Priced relatively high for a tablet; single speaker isn't that loud compared to iPad Pro.