10 New Smartphones And Tablets For Remote Work, Travel, And Telecommuting

For the worker-on-the-go, here are the top mobile devices that are reshaping how we interact with technology whether in the office or just waiting for the train.

The space that defines where and how we work continues to evolve, and mobile technology is taking a more and more active role in our lives.

From laptops to tablets to smartphones, technology that travels with us on the train, in the coffee shops or in our home offices will shape our daily lives for years to come.

Companies are spending more and more finding ways to make hybrid work feasible as we redefine what office work means.

Global smartphone revenue alone skyrocketed in the fourth quarter 2021 to reach its highest ever total at $450 billion, according to Counterpoint Research. While the COVID-19 pandemic – which caused a huge spike in demand for mobile solutions – appears to be on the decline, analysts believe we won’t be going back to the old days of office-only work.

Hybrid is here to stay and mobile devices are the foundation of that revolution. Here are 10 such devices that stand out from the crowd.

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

Apple’s latest flagship phone shows why it is one of the top dogs in the smartphone market. Sporting the longest-lasting and biggest battery in iPhone’s history, a 6.7- inch screen and plenty of specs to brag about, the 13 Pro Max set a new smartphone standard when released in 2021. The phone’s massive 160.84 x 78.08 x 7.65mm footprint is a pocket-killer, but it adds an excellent OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate and enough battery life to support the phone’s four-camera arsenal.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

With the Galaxy S22 Ultra, Samsung packs an unreal 108-megapixel main camera, a jaw-dropping 100X “space zoom” feature, impressive nighttime optics and a host of other visual treats. The Ultra also makes a welcome nod to the popular-but-discontinued Galaxy Note with support for the S Pen.

Apple iPad Pro M1

The iPad Pro M1 comes dressed to impress with a 12.9-inch XDR display and is configurable up to 16 GB of RAM and 2 TB of internal storage. Apple is using a new technology called mini-LED, and the XDR display pumps out resolution of 2,732 x 2,048 pixels. Supporting a 120Hz refresh rate, the 12.9-inch display should offer one of the best visual experiences on the market.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra brings the ultrawide viewing experience to the tablet space. At 14.6 inches, it’s certainly a gigantic entry in the tablet space. And at 1.4 pounds, it’s not exactly a light device, either. But it does maintain a svelte profile at just 5.5mm thin. Making use of Samsung’s excellent AMOLED display, the Ultra shines with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Add in a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, up to 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage and a massive 11,400 mAh battery, and you have a serious contender for top tablet on the market.

Google Pixel 6

The Google Pixel 6 stands toe-to-toe with flagship releases from the two top dogs in smartphones. The Pixel 6 might lure users with with its Tensor chip, which lets the camera recognize text and translate it. A 50-megapixel camera, 4,614 mAh battery and 6.4-inch OLED screen should be plenty to remove any doubt that Google came to play.

Apple iPhone SE 2022

The latest entry-level iPhone SE plays to its strengths. It packs in the zippy A15 Bionic processor and 64 GB of storage—basically the same specs as found in the iPhone 13 line. But what users gain in performance they lose in display size—the SE uses the large-bezel throwback 4.7-inch retina screen that may have some squinting to read their texts. But it provides an entry level for the iPhone line and has been a big hit for Apple.

Lenovo Yoga Tab 13

The Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 is not out to be the sleekest tablet but it packs a great screen and is powerful enough to take on the most demanding tasks. The 13-inch LCD provides resolution of 2,160 x 1,350, which is not quite as crisp as Apple’s tablet displays, but plenty good. With 128 GB of storage, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, file transfers and storage should be a breeze. The tablet also supports Lenovo’s excellent Active Pen 2.

Apple iPad Air M1

Apple’s iPad Air M1 has more in common with its Pro sibling thanks to the excellent silicon Apple is producing. With the same design as the revamped iPad Air 2020, it’s form is familiar and comfortable. For a midrange iPad, it sure does pack a wallop. There are some other performance trade-offs, including a 60Hz refresh rate instead of the Pro’s 120Hz and it lacks the cool new Mini LED tech.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is unbelievably portable with folded dimensions of just 2.4 x 2.8 x 0.63-0.67 inches. Even unfolded, the phone is easily handled and measures 6.5 x 2.8 x 0.27 inches at just 6.5 ounces. Users also get Samsung’s excellent AMOLED display measuring 6.7 inches with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,640 x 1,080 resolution. It sports a Snapdragon 888 and 8 GB of RAM, making it no slouch in the speed department.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8

Microsoft’s flagship tablet got a long overdue refresh in late 2021 with the Surface Pro 8. Adding in an updated chassis with a new graphite color gives the new Surface a modern look without sacrificing utility. Smaller bezels allow for an 11 percent larger display, giving the Surface 8 a 13-inch display with a resolution of 2,880 x 1,920. Add in an available 120Hz refresh rate, and it’s a formidable viewing experience.