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Many have called the HTC One M8 the best smartphone of 2014. It has pretty much everything you could want — including a 1080p display, a super-speedy processor, expandable storage, those awesome BoomSound speakers, and of course, an incredible aluminum form factor. But will it now be overshadowed by new and improved competition from Apple?

The Cupertino company today announced its highly-anticipated iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, and they’re packing larger displays, faster processors, and new features like NFC and a built-in barometer. So which one should be your next smartphone? Our comparison below will help you decide between the latest flagships from Apple and HTC.

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Thanks to its impressive laser autofocus camera, Quad HD display, and improved design, the LG G3 has become one of this year’s hottest smartphones. But can those things help it fend off new competition from Cupertino? Apple today announced its new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, both of which boast larger displays, faster processors, and water-resistant designs.

Choosing between all of these devices can be tough, but we’re here to lend a helping hand. Our comparison below will help you decide which is best for you.

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Sony added the Xperia Z3 and the Xperia Z3 Compact to its smartphone lineup at IFA last week, and they’re the best devices the Japanese company has built so far. But are they good enough to take on Apple’s new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus? Can a water-resistant form factor and PS4 Remote Play beat Touch ID and Cupertino’s speedy A8 processor?

Find out how the latest flagships from Apple and Sony stack up against each other below.

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Apple’s new iPhones are a big improvement over their predecessors in almost every way. Both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus have the larger, sharper displays loyal users have been begging for, as well as a faster A8 processor, twice as much RAM, and improved iSight cameras.

But how does the iPhone 6 stack up against the latest devices from Samsung? Check out our comparison below to see if Apple’s new baby has what it takes to beat the Galaxy S5 and the Galaxy Note 4 in a specifications smackdown.

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