Engadget's best of 2026 roundup highlights top-rated devices across categories, including Google's Pixel 11 as best Android phone with its capable 5x telephoto and intelligent software features, Apple's iPhone 18 Pro as best iPhone with improved cameras and thermal management, and the MacBook Neo as best affordable laptop at $600.
Halide 3.2 pro camera app launches with Aperture Priority mode for iPhone 18 Pro, enabling manual control over f-numbers while adjusting shutter speed and ISO automatically. The update also introduces two new photo looks—dawn and quicksilver—plus 16:9 aspect ratio shooting, available for $69.99 or $19.99/year subscription.