Flagship phones lose ambition as prices rise

An Android Authority writer argues that $1,300 phones like the Galaxy S26 Ultra have become less ambitious, offering only processor upgrades and AI features while prices stay high or increase. Premium mid-rangers now beat flagships on charging speed, battery size, and PWM dimming. The 2026 Razr Ultra costs $1,499 with no chipset upgrade. The Pixel 10 Pro holds at $999 but offers little improvement over predecessors.