The Case for Buying Last Year's Flagship Phone Over This Year's Budget Model The debate over buying a brand new flagship phone or opting for last year's model has been ongoing for years.
Manufacturers tout the benefits of upgrading to the latest and greatest, but there are valid reasons to consider purchasing last year's flagship instead of this year's budget model.
When Last Year's Flagship Still Meets Your Needs Last year's flagship may still meet your needs in terms of performance, especially if you use your phone for basic tasks such as browsing the web, checking email, and making occasional calls.