{"id":11486,"date":"2017-05-31T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-05-31T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/architizer.wpengine.com\/young-architect-guide-smartphones\/"},"modified":"2022-08-17T15:25:00","modified_gmt":"2022-08-17T19:25:00","slug":"young-architect-guide-smartphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/practice\/tools\/young-architect-guide-smartphones\/","title":{"rendered":"Young Architect Guide: The 5 Best Smartphones for Architects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While architects do most of their work on <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-8-top-laptops-for-architecture-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">laptops<\/a> or desktop computers, it is now possible to do more on the move thanks to the proliferation of <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-the-3-best-tablets-for-architects-and-engineers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tablets<\/a> and smartphones. Over the last few years, the technological capabilities of these devices have now advanced to such an extent that they are no longer used just for calls, texts and web browsing. Marking up drawings, editing photographs and even examining BIM models is now commonplace for designers as they travel between the architecture studio and the construction site.<\/p>\n<p>When thinking about which mobile device is most-suited to the work of architects in particular, there are certain key factors to consider:<\/p>\n<p><b> Display<\/b>: A large, high-quality screen is preferable for viewing project photographs and drawings. If it\u2019s large enough, a separate tablet may not be necessary, but it\u2019s a balancing act between functionality and portability.<\/p>\n<p><b>Camera<\/b>: Aside from keeping the all-important Instagram feed stocked with stunning architecture, architects require a quality camera to capture in-progress details on the construction site for discussion and analysis back in the studio.<\/p>\n<p><b>CPU<\/b>: A powerful processor is helpful for busy architects to move quickly through tasks and handle the technical rigors of creative software and construction apps.<\/p>\n<p><b>Aesthetics<\/b>: While many architects value function over form, we like our phones like our buildings: beautiful, hard-wearing and constructed from high-quality materials.<\/p>\n<p>With these factors in mind, here\u2019s a rundown of some of the best smartphones out there for architects and creative professionals. If we missed your favorite out, let us know in the comments!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148737385galaxy_s8_4.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148737385galaxy_s8_4.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148737385galaxy_s8_4.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148737385galaxy_s8_4.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148737385galaxy_s8_4.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148737385galaxy_s8_4.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>1. Samsung Galaxy S8+<\/h2>\n<p><b>Price: <\/b>$850 \/ \u00a3779<br \/>\n<b>Dimensions: <\/b>159.5&#215;73.4&#215;8.1mm<br \/>\n<b>Weight: <\/b>173g<br \/>\n<b>Screen:<\/b> 6.2-inch AMOLED<br \/>\n<b>CPU: <\/b>Octa-core (4&#215;2.35 GHz Kryo &amp; 4&#215;1.9 GHz Kryo)<br \/>\n<b>Storage: <\/b>64GB (expandable to 256GB via microSD)<br \/>\n<b>RAM: <\/b>4GB<br \/>\n<b>Camera:<\/b> 12-megapixel<br \/>\n<b>OS:<\/b> Android N with TouchWiz<br \/>\n<b>Battery: <\/b>3500mAh<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019d be forgiven for being wary of Samsung\u2019s brand-new S8 series, given that the company\u2019s previous offering \u2014 the Note 7 \u2014 built a reputation for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/uk\/news\/why-is-samsung-galaxy-note-7-exploding-overheating\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spontaneous combustion<\/a>. In desperate need of a winning design to regain faith among its consumers, Samsung has pulled out all the stops with its latest model, and it might just be the ideal phone for architects for a one very big reason: the screen.<\/p>\n<p>The display on the S8+ (the S8\u2019s larger sibling) is 6.2 inches in size with a resolution of 2960&#215;1440 pixels. The \u201cinfinity display\u201d curves around the edge of the phone much like the S7 Edge, maximizing the surface area for sketching and taking notes. For architects considering the need for a tablet as well as a phone but concerned about spending a lot of money on both, the S8+ could provide the answer in a single device.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148976636HuaweiP10Plus__2_.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148976636HuaweiP10Plus__2_.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148976636HuaweiP10Plus__2_.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148976636HuaweiP10Plus__2_.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148976636HuaweiP10Plus__2_.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496148976636HuaweiP10Plus__2_.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>2. Huawei P10 Plus<\/h2>\n<p><b>Price: <\/b>\u00a3680<br \/>\n<b>Dimensions:<\/b> 153.5&#215;74.2 x7mm<br \/>\n<b>Weight:<\/b> 165g<br \/>\n<b>CPU: <\/b>Octa-core (4&#215;2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 &amp; 4&#215;1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)<br \/>\n<b>Storage: <\/b>64GB, expandable up to 256GB using microSD<br \/>\n<b>RAM:<\/b> 6GB<br \/>\n<b>Camera:<\/b> Dual Leica \u2013 20MP (monochrome) 12MP (RGB)<br \/>\n<b>OS:<\/b> Emotion UI 5.1 (running Android N)<br \/>\n<b>Battery: <\/b>3750mAh<\/p>\n<p>For architects and designers, the strongest asset of the Huawei is surely its camera \u2014 or cameras, to be precise. The dual Leica setup combines two cameras and sensors, one for color shots and one for monochrome images (get ready for some stunningly moody black-and-white pics of Brutalist icons). The regular color sensor is 12 megapixels, while the monochrome one is an impressive 20 megapixels. Furthermore, the phone\u2019s built-in camera app boasts a host of useful tools for taking shots on the construction site, including a wide aperture mode and 4k video capability.<\/p>\n<p>The P10 Plus\u2019 5.5-inch QHD screen is more than adequate for creative professionals, and for the more aesthetically minded out there, the colored body of this phone is also notable: Huawei partnered with Pantone to produce a version in \u201cGreenery,\u201d Pantone\u2019s color of the year. Of course, if you are a true architect, you\u2019ll most likely reject this summery hue in favor of good, old-fashioned Graphite Black.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496149418227Pixel_2GRP-2B_silver_FINAL_SIMP.png?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496149418227Pixel_2GRP-2B_silver_FINAL_SIMP.png?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496149418227Pixel_2GRP-2B_silver_FINAL_SIMP.png?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496149418227Pixel_2GRP-2B_silver_FINAL_SIMP.png?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496149418227Pixel_2GRP-2B_silver_FINAL_SIMP.png?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496149418227Pixel_2GRP-2B_silver_FINAL_SIMP.png?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>3. Google Pixel XL<\/h2>\n<p><b>Price:<\/b> $869 \/ \u00a3819 for 128GB<b><br \/>\nDimensions:<\/b> 154.7&#215;75.7&#215;8.5mm <b><br \/>\nWeight:<\/b> 168g <b><br \/>\nScreen: <\/b>AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors 5.5-inches, 1440&#215;2560 pixels at 534ppi<b><br \/>\nCPU: <\/b>Quad-core (2&#215;2.15 GHz Kryo &amp; 2&#215;1.6 GHz Kryo) <b><br \/>\nStorage:<\/b> 32GB or 128GB (no microSD slot)<br \/>\n<b>RAM:<\/b> 4GB <b><br \/>\nCamera:<\/b> 12-megapixel <b><br \/>\nOS:<\/b> Android N<br \/>\n<b>Battery: <\/b>3450mAh<\/p>\n<p>The Pixel is Google\u2019s first phone, combining a native version of Android N with Google hardware that should run its OS in the best possible way. This is what makes it perfect for time-strapped architects \u2014 this phone works at lightning speed, allowing you to work through your sketches, photo editing, notes and emails with no delays.<\/p>\n<p>The Pixel XL, with its larger-format 5.5-inch display, might be the most useful for architects who need to mark up photos and drawings on the construction site. Another strong feature of Google\u2019s device is the camera, which, while not being a dual setup like the Huawei, is a 12-megapixel of incredible quality.<\/p>\n<p>One unfortunate downside to this phone is its premium price, which is very high when compared with Google\u2019s LG-made predecessor, the amazingly well priced Nexus 5X. That said, the iPhone is still more expensive.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151644166Carousel-Image-Desktop-2x-Magnets-US-91216-D-Q7MFUmh2gd.png?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151644166Carousel-Image-Desktop-2x-Magnets-US-91216-D-Q7MFUmh2gd.png?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151644166Carousel-Image-Desktop-2x-Magnets-US-91216-D-Q7MFUmh2gd.png?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151644166Carousel-Image-Desktop-2x-Magnets-US-91216-D-Q7MFUmh2gd.png?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151644166Carousel-Image-Desktop-2x-Magnets-US-91216-D-Q7MFUmh2gd.png?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151644166Carousel-Image-Desktop-2x-Magnets-US-91216-D-Q7MFUmh2gd.png?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>4. Motorola Moto Z<\/h2>\n<p><b>Price: <\/b>$624 \/ \u00a3499<b><br \/>\nDimensions:<\/b> 153.3&#215;75.3&#215;5.2mm <b><br \/>\nWeight:<\/b> 136g <b><br \/>\nScreeb:<\/b> AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 5.5-inches, 1440&#215;2560 pixels at 535ppi <b><br \/>\nCPU:<\/b> Quad-core (2&#215;1.8 GHz Kryo &amp; 2&#215;1.6 GHz Kryo) <b><br \/>\nStorage: <\/b>34\/64GB (expandable via microSD card) <b><br \/>\nRAM:<\/b> 4GB <b><br \/>\nCamera:<\/b> 13-megapixel <b><br \/>\nOS:<\/b> Android N<br \/>\n<b>Battery: <\/b>2600mAh<\/p>\n<p>For architects who like to customize their tools, the Motorola makes for a tempting option. It lacks the polish of the premium phones by Samsung, Google and Apple, but its strength lies in its flexibility. Depending on your needs, you can adapt your phone with ingenious add-ons called \u201cMoto Mods,\u201d modules that clip onto the phone to add extra functionality.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best mods is the Insta-Share Projector, which effectively transforms your phone into a portable projector that allows you to present 70-inch images of your drawings and renderings for clients on any flat surface. For your architectural photography needs, the Hasselblad True Zoom Mod turns your phone into a high-quality camera with 10x zoom.<\/p>\n<p>These mods are not cheap \u2014 the Insta-Share Projector is around $320 while the Hasselblad True Zoom Mod is approximately $255 \u2014 but the power of customization is undeniably compelling.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151984403iPhone7_2UP_MatBlk_US-EN-PRINT_p2.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151984403iPhone7_2UP_MatBlk_US-EN-PRINT_p2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151984403iPhone7_2UP_MatBlk_US-EN-PRINT_p2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151984403iPhone7_2UP_MatBlk_US-EN-PRINT_p2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151984403iPhone7_2UP_MatBlk_US-EN-PRINT_p2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/1496151984403iPhone7_2UP_MatBlk_US-EN-PRINT_p2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>5. iPhone 7 Plus<\/h2>\n<p><b>Price:<\/b> $969 \/ \u00a3919 for 256GB<br \/>\n<b>Dimensions:<\/b> 58.2&#215;77.9&#215;7.3mm<br \/>\n<b>Weight:<\/b> 188g<br \/>\n<b>Screen:<\/b> LED-backlit IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 5.5 inches, 1080&#215;920 pixels at 401ppi<br \/>\n<b>CPU:<\/b> Quad-core 2.34 GHz (2x Hurricane + 2x Zephyr)<br \/>\n<b>Storage:<\/b> 32\/128\/256GB (non-expandable)<br \/>\n<b>RAM:<\/b> 3GB<br \/>\n<b>Camera:<\/b> Dual 12-megapixel with optical zoom<br \/>\n<b>OS:<\/b> iOS 10.3<br \/>\n<b>Battery: <\/b>2900mAh<\/p>\n<p>While Apple has been criticized for its lack of innovation since the end of the Steve Jobs era, the iPhone has to be included on this list for its incredible build quality, which remains virtually unparalleled. For architects, the largest version of the iPhone (the 7 Plus) might be most suitable, given its LED-backlit IPS LCD 5.5-inch touchscreen and powerful CPU.<\/p>\n<p>For project photography, the iPhone\u2019s camera is hard to beat. Like the Huawei\/Leica offering, it is a dual setup, with one wide-angle lens and one telephoto. The best asset of Apple\u2019s offering, though, is its zoom capabilities \u2014 1x to 2x magnification using pure optical zoom means you can capture details on the construction site and completed projects with incredible clarity.<\/p>\n<p>For young architects and students, though, the price is eye-watering: You can buy <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-8-top-laptops-for-architecture-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">an entire laptop<\/a> for the cost of the top model. With so many great alternatives out there (see above), the iPhone is no longer the go-to smartphone, but it remains a stunning, high-powered device nonetheless.<\/p>\n<p><i>Prices and specs correct at time of writing.<\/i><i>Enjoy this article? Check out more of our Young Architect Guides:<\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-8-top-laptops-for-architecture-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">8 Top Laptops for Architecture Students<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-the-3-best-tablets-for-architects-and-engineers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Top 3 Tablets for Architects and Engineers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/building-great-architecture-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Building Great Architecture Models<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-architectural-redlines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Architectural Redlines<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/young-architect-guide-narrative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Convince Your Audience With a Powerful Project Narrative<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/how-to-write-about-architecture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Write About Architecture<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>5 Specifying Tips for First-Time Architects<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When thinking about which mobile device is most suited to the work of architects, there are certain key factors to consider.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"architizer_featured_type":"projects","architizer_featured_image":"2077463","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,6],"tags":[25,28701],"architizer_project":[],"architizer_brand":[],"architizer_firm":[],"architizer_product":[],"class_list":["post-11486","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-practice","category-tools","tag-tech","tag-young-architect-guide"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - 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