The ‘best’ phone of the year confirmed but has | Tech News

The first batch of tech awards 2025 have simply been handed out and it is excellent news for Samsung. The Korean technology giant has simply been handed “Best Phone” by the skilled workforce at T3, with the Galaxy S25 Ultra grabbing this coveted trophy. That’s most likely no shock with this newest Android phone that includes a an improved design, larger screen, spectacular digital camera, fast efficiency and an S Pen which tucks neatly inside its titanium shell.

The S25 Ultra has overwhelmed some stiff competitors this year together with the top-rated iPhone 16 from Apple and good Pixel 9 from Google.

Along with “Best Phone”, T3’s high panel of judges additionally handed out a additional 82 awards together with Product Of The Year (Nintendo Switch 2), Best Electric Car (Maserati GranTurismo Folgore), Best Headphones (Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3) and Best TV (Samsung S95F).

Samsung additionally grabbed the gong for Brand Of The Year.

Other winners this year embrace units from Apple, Nothing, Sonos, Google and Amazon.

Speaking about the awards, T3’s Editor-in-Chief, Mat Gallagher, stated: “Each T3 award represents a stamp of authority,each for the model in recognition of its product’s efficiency, but additionally for these seeking to make a buy.

“Our winners have been thoroughly tested by our experts and stand out in an often highly competitive market.”You know that should you buy one of these merchandise, you’re getting the very best.”

You can discover the full record of winners at T3 right here but this is a decide of the high ten gongs handed out in 2025.

Brand Of The Year • Samsung

Product Of The Year • Nintendo Switch 2

Best Smartwatch • Oneplus Watch 3

Best Smart Video Doorbell • Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2024)

Best Soundbar • Sonos Arc Ultra

Best Travel Headphones • Sony WH-1000XM6

Best Earbuds • Technics EAH-AZ100

Best Laptop • Apple MacBook Air

Best Mid-range Phone • Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Best Folding Phone • Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Best Smart Speaker • Amazon Echo Show 21

Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner • iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max

Best Electric Bike • Brompton G Line

Best Video Streaming • Service Apple TV+

Best Monitor • Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)

Best Wireless Speaker • Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro Edition

Best Hair Styling Tool • Dyson AirWrap

Best Air Fryer / Multicooker •  Philips 5000 Series Dual Basket Airfryer with Steam