6 bang-for-the-buck smartphones Mayor Vico Sotto could use to boost his photo and selfie game
Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto, known as one of the best young leaders in the Philippines and an awardee for fighting corruption, is trending again because of his smartphone's camera quality.
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Known for being both prudent and economical, Vico earned admiration from netizens for his genuine humility and positive hard work.
I could be wrong, but based on the quality of the photos and selfies he shares, it seems his phone could be a bit outdated. Perhaps it's time for him to think about upgrading to a smartphone with better selfie capabilities, improved cameras, and enhanced overall features.
Such a device could help the esteemed mayor better document his hard work and enjoy a more seamless smartphone experience with better overall performance, more stable connectivity, and longer battery life.
In short, upgrading to a better smartphone might make his already excellent work even more efficient than ever.
The best part? He wouldn't have to break the bank. Here are some of the best smartphones we recommend to the Mayor.
5 bang-for-the-buck smartphones Mayor Vico Sotto could use to boost his photo and selfie game
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| File photo: Nothing Phone (3a) |
1. Nothing Phone (3a) - Starting at just PHP 19,990 for the 8GB/128GB variant up to PHP 22,490 for the 12GB/256GB edition, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a solid 2025 mid-ranger with an eye-catching design, great user interface, and capable overall performance for the price.
The device is packed with a 6.7-inch 10-bit LTPO AMOLED 120Hz FHD+ screen, 4nm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip, 5,000mAh battery with USB-C 50W fast charging, and a triple camera configuration featuring a 50MP f/1.88 OIS main cam, 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP f/2.0 2x optical zoom lens. This device even has a nice 32MP f/2.2 selfie camera.
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| File photo: TECNO PHANTOM V Flip2 5G |
2 - 3. TECNO PHANTOM V Flip2 5G or Infinix ZERO Flip 5G - If the honorable Mayor wants a flip phone with a cover screen allowing him to see himself for taking selfies while using its primary cameras, he could consider the TECNO Phantom V Flip2 5G (PHP 34,999) or Infinix ZERO Flip 5G (PHP 29,999).
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| File photo: Infinix ZERO Flip 5G |
These phones are both equipped with a 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED folding screen with FHD+ 2460 x 1080 resolution, 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 8020 octa-core processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB or 512GB internal storage, and a 4,720mAh battery capacity with USB-C 70W fast charging.
The two are also equipped with capable 50MP main shooters with OIS and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera. The difference is that the PHANTOM V Flip2 5G has a 32MP selfie shooter, while the ZERO Flip is packed with a large 50MP selfie cam. Both can record up to 4K videos.
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| File photo: realme 14 Pro+ 5G |
4. realme 14 Pro+ 5G - Priced at PHP 27,999, the realme 14 Pro+ is one of the best camera phones in its class. This device is equipped with a flagship-level 50MP Sony IMX896 main camera with OIS paired with an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide shooter and a 50MP f/2.65 Sony IMX882 3x optical zoom camera for improved Portraits. For selfies, the device has a 32MP f/2.2 camera.
The phone can record up to 4K videos. This also has an underwater camera mode, thanks to its use of an IP69 rating for dust and class-leading water resistance.
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| File photo: OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G |
5. OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G - At PHP 43,999, the OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G is equipped with cameras that could compete with some more expensive smartphones.
In particular, the handset uses a 50MP f/1.8 with AF and OIS + 8MP f/2.2 116-degree ultra-wide-angle + 50MP f/2.8 3.5x Telephoto Camera w/ OIS + LED flash. This can do up to 120x zoom as well. The selfie camera at 50MP is one of the highest around.
This device also has an IP69 dust and water resistance, stereo speakers, and 3x microphones for improved calls and better audio recording experience.
It may not have a heavy-gaming-ready chip for the price, but it is reliable in all work-related tasks.
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| File photo: Xiaomi 15 in White |
6. Xiaomi 15 - Starting at PHP 45,999 (256GB) up to PHP 49,999 (512GB), the Xiaomi 15 is arguably the best all-around smartphone for the price. On paper and in real life, it could even compete with more expensive smartphones in our experience.
This is a compact smartphone with a 6.36-inch 12-bit LTPO AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2760 x 1200 resolution, top-of-the-line 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite octa-core processor, and Leica-enhanced cameras.
In particular, it uses a 50MP f/1.62 Light Fusion 900 sensor with OIS + 50MP f/2.2 115-degree ultra-wide sensor + 50MP f/2.0 2.6x telephoto with OIS + Leica Summilux lens + LED flash. For selfies, it has a 32MP f/2.0 snapper.
All cameras can record videos up to 4K at 60fps. It even has 4x microphones for better overall audio recordings.
Note: If the Mayor prefers iOS, he could opt for at least an iPhone 16e, the most affordable new iPhone today.
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