r/smartphones
Any news or discussion about today's smartphones and smartphone platforms.
How to think about r/smartphones
This community focuses on discussions and news related to smartphones and their platforms, catering to tech enthusiasts and casual users alike. Members share insights on various devices, offer recommendations, and engage in debates about features and specifications. The community's distinctiveness lies in its blend of technical discussions and user-centric advice, making it a go-to resource for smartphone aficionados.
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Audience
Participants in this community range from tech-savvy individuals to everyday smartphone users, typically aged between 18 and 35. They are driven by a desire to stay informed about the latest smartphone trends, seek advice on purchases, and share personal experiences. The vibe is generally friendly and collaborative, with members valuing informed opinions and practical recommendations.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes detailed reviews, comparisons, and discussions about new releases, while posts lacking substance or those that are overly promotional tend to get downvoted. Members appreciate well-researched content and personal anecdotes, and the community sees a steady flow of posts, particularly around new product launches or significant updates in the smartphone industry.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt promotion is often met with skepticism. Authentic engagement, such as sharing insights, answering questions, or providing value through informative content, is more likely to resonate. Brands can also consider hosting AMAs or collaborating with influential community members to foster trust. However, they should avoid aggressive marketing tactics and focus on building genuine relationships with the audience.
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What r/smartphones talks about
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Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/[deleted]
- u/Puzzled_Gear8282
- u/ItayMarlov
- u/Clean-Revolution7028
- u/THEY_CALL_ME_FACE
- u/Flyaway_5
- u/Goodspike
- u/ynxiety
- u/Gooogol_plex
- u/BleedtheFriek
- u/nekonekonii13
- u/Currentsleet11
- u/Kat_Mtf
- u/AdhesivenessNo5663
- u/GetFit_Messi
- u/Ok-Penalty8806
- u/-LupusAlba-
- u/Dornenkraehe
- u/T3knikal95
- u/Bruuvs
- u/Affectionate_Law772
- u/NumerousAmbassador29
- u/Doveen
- u/rahul2001_rg
- u/Audiostuffbyme
- u/pinklasagna19
- u/Feeling_Isopod6292
- u/sup0420
- u/eightbitstardust
- u/Maleficent_Meringue8
- u/Luke514_2
- u/cyclinator
- u/Lee_Benj003
- u/thematrixhasmeow
- u/Kiwiland2001
- u/LiterallyaBean
- u/Fredsnet
- u/iammrnobody01
- u/Nothing-0o0
- u/ash13liv
- u/Medic-27
- u/FindusMaximus
- u/Abdel403
- u/Yucares
- u/Shogunova
- u/pantelispa45
- u/_xMx_xMx_
- u/HaS5HeM
- u/IDislikeHomonyms
- u/blurryeyes98
- u/OhItsMrCow
- u/HarshitRao2410
- u/Playful-Ad1414
- u/joinpks
- u/Goblin7594
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- u/IshaanBakshi25
- u/cccbig
- u/Leather_College_7556
- u/sahel10000
- u/Leading_Store_5067
- u/Few-Cow7355
- u/Try_your_luck
- u/tonystark29
- u/Mohkundesu
- u/ImNotALoser0001
- u/FractionsOfInfinity_
- u/TVUAsks
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- u/Isocarboxazid23
- u/Prestigious_Ant3889
- u/Azkeden
- u/kawaii_senator
- u/Emotional-Bid-4173
- u/Pingbi_Tonto
- u/Dackel42
- u/cruptlog
- u/MidriffTurnip17
- u/Ok_Entrepreneur2780
- u/firefalcon1214
- u/zeperson08
- u/Koenig29
- u/sleepyshaman2015
- u/-ItsVince-
- u/skyeyemx
- u/Rollexgamer
- u/steffeeh
- u/170071
- u/lumbiii
- u/elt0p0
- u/Impossible-Remove679
- u/Fragrant-Banana9586
By votes
- u/[deleted]
- u/Puzzled_Gear8282
- u/kawaii_senator
- u/Emotional-Bid-4173
- u/Pingbi_Tonto
- u/THEY_CALL_ME_FACE
- u/BleedtheFriek
- u/Clean-Revolution7028
- u/Dackel42
- u/cruptlog
- u/ItayMarlov
- u/Doveen
- u/Goodspike
- u/MidriffTurnip17
- u/firefalcon1214
- u/Audiostuffbyme
- u/Ok_Entrepreneur2780
- u/ynxiety
- u/Koenig29
- u/nekonekonii13
- u/pinklasagna19
- u/Gooogol_plex
- u/zeperson08
- u/-ItsVince-
- u/Kat_Mtf
- u/GetFit_Messi
- u/skyeyemx
- u/Rollexgamer
- u/Currentsleet11
- u/sleepyshaman2015
- u/steffeeh
- u/Fragrant-Banana9586
- u/rahul2001_rg
- u/Feeling_Isopod6292
- u/AdhesivenessNo5663
- u/Kiwiland2001
- u/170071
- u/lumbiii
- u/uselessadjective
- u/sup0420
- u/elt0p0
- u/Impossible-Remove679
- u/INFERNOZ7X
- u/Stompy_Dan
- u/Ok-Studio-510
- u/Pspreviewer100
- u/cyclinator
- u/Flyaway_5
- u/csakshay
- u/interstellaris
- u/Reditard7734
- u/caring_impaired
- u/ghostella
- u/sprawa
- u/FrenchButHygienic
- u/Practical_Run7033
- u/Evcher
- u/BlackShadow2804
- u/Maleficent_Meringue8
- u/T3knikal95
- u/Bruuvs
- u/Ok_Entertainment4275
- u/pulaito
- u/bhavya20
- u/dove78
- u/Lolopss01
- u/Training-Context-69
- u/DogmanLoverOhio
- u/jjgonz8band
- u/Snoo-27930
- u/Aerolome
- u/nikorico12
- u/superedgelord420
- u/Lee_Benj003
- u/thematrixhasmeow
- u/Fredsnet
- u/-LupusAlba-
- u/Dornenkraehe
- u/TheTian11
- u/StefanEats
- u/xthe7penguins
- u/antiieess
- u/Yamille
- u/Sad-Ad-4880
- u/CalienteJeff
- u/Extension_Trainer_62
- u/AP-21
- u/Poem170
- u/Kaizerion
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- u/TenseLegend
- u/MotooRider
- u/ickkda0
- u/Luke514_2
- u/iammrnobody01
- u/Cheeesecake721
- u/hoppedRocks
- u/Someone_Somewhere1
- u/Independent-Bear-604
- u/TruePlane7718
Top commenters
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- u/[deleted]
- u/Goodspike
- u/Fatalstryke
- u/AREssshhhk
- u/toolsavvy
- u/JonnyGraphite
- u/Kiergard
- u/ynys_red
- u/thegr8rambino13
- u/xShinGouki
- u/newInnings
- u/TheSinpig27
- u/SkywalkerTC
- u/JerkinMacgerkin
- u/Ok_Transition5930
- u/Sentient_Robot_729
- u/VampyreOfNazareth
- u/Trvlng_Drew
- u/Vinjak5
- u/Joranwilting
- u/MotooRider
- u/arthur9191
- u/eagle_turbo
- u/marcus_37
- u/naofumiRS
- u/runski1426
- u/Shahid_2008
- u/goblin0100
- u/BeachHut9
- u/Jay-See_Shahzey
- u/ReallyPissedStranger
- u/seanyseanerson
- u/Icy_Imagination7447
- u/sah0724
- u/Ruchan10
- u/TheGamingMachineDR
- u/BusinessRepulsive855
- u/newsu1
- u/Puzzled_Gear8282
- u/PermutationMatrix
- u/420o
- u/jas01234
- u/lbyrum17
- u/Hairy_Edge_7378
- u/yousaidso2228
- u/Most_moosest
- u/Raiko05
- u/Ben_Happy
- u/eightbitstardust
- u/rchrdcrg
- u/durza7
- u/hanMZ
- u/anythingers
- u/ResistFlat9916
- u/newoldschool
- u/Juan-punch_man
- u/tdangerk1
- u/Difficult_Code6733
- u/Vihaan16
- u/NathanGomes22
- u/_SetupWizard_
- u/WhiteWolf_Ziri
- u/LadyQuacklin
- u/ilreppans
- u/GoFreelanceTheySaid
- u/rhywsut
- u/EnfermeraXimena
- u/Kawi_rider_zx6r
- u/AbominableDott
- u/boba_fouette
- u/MALEgolf100
- u/WhiteSkinButDickLong
- u/Kraujotaka
- u/br4inl3ss_tv
- u/Elijah_72
- u/E4est
- u/raaail
- u/BigDaddyfight
- u/Clark_Kent238
- u/goldenadrian
- u/pcofranc
- u/pdcmoreira
- u/FarVehicle5333
- u/RevolutionaryTie7951
- u/MusicaGrey
- u/trickster55
- u/LeakySkylight
- u/kirklennon
- u/IamDisapointWorld
- u/Shattia
- u/FlexBlackGER
- u/thatturkeystaken
- u/iammrnobody01
- u/umarmg52
- u/DeliciousJello1717
- u/mografik
- u/badreques303
- u/Spare_Development615
- u/STylerMLmusic
- u/yorcharturoqro
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- u/[deleted]
- u/Kiergard
- u/Fatalstryke
- u/Goodspike
- u/trickster55
- u/JerkinMacgerkin
- u/TheSinpig27
- u/rchrdcrg
- u/JonnyGraphite
- u/seanyseanerson
- u/Puzzled_Gear8282
- u/AREssshhhk
- u/newInnings
- u/Ok_Transition5930
- u/thegr8rambino13
- u/Trvlng_Drew
- u/lbyrum17
- u/_SetupWizard_
- u/_HerrTurTur
- u/toolsavvy
- u/Sentient_Robot_729
- u/LeakySkylight
- u/Ruchan10
- u/CaravieR
- u/IamDisapointWorld
- u/eagle_turbo
- u/goblin0100
- u/SkywalkerTC
- u/420o
- u/ynys_red
- u/kirklennon
- u/Shattia
- u/Oh_man2
- u/Vinjak5
- u/Most_moosest
- u/Shahid_2008
- u/Zonda5644
- u/DarkEyeLOL
- u/blokes444
- u/SpoopySpagooter
- u/tamonizer
- u/sephasaurus
- u/nj-88
- u/thethrillman
- u/wrdsmakwrlds
- u/SHBEEBX
- u/Tough-Rise8625
- u/xShinGouki
- u/Tottidog
- u/Joranwilting
- u/PermutationMatrix
- u/gargantuanliterature
- u/BlueDusk99
- u/BeachHut9
- u/badreques303
- u/TheGamingMachineDR
- u/Great-Paint1892
- u/ami_the_lame
- u/marcus_37
- u/Azur0vej
- u/naofumiRS
- u/Ziuuunaar
- u/Miyul
- u/eightbitstardust
- u/hanMZ
- u/ResistFlat9916
- u/newoldschool
- u/usernamesarehated
- u/FazMarkar
- u/tdangerk1
- u/FlexBlackGER
- u/VampyreOfNazareth
- u/STylerMLmusic
- u/ReallyPissedStranger
- u/call_me_mr_pickles
- u/human_person_420
- u/SamsungAppleOnePlus
- u/Pragitya
- u/newsu1
- u/ZergBunny
- u/MotooRider
- u/Nero3s
- u/arthur9191
- u/Raiko05
- u/KingTy99
- u/Marcg868
- u/PureThroat6218
- u/omegaairmaster
- u/Evilmind04
- u/vinayThakur_
- u/FitzSimmons32
- u/okayysage
- u/WhiteWolf_Ziri
- u/LadyQuacklin
- u/WhiteSkinButDickLong
- u/Jay-See_Shahzey
- u/Spare_Development615
- u/tytty99
- u/techfighterchannel
- u/Gaminggod1997reddit
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FAQ
r/smartphones — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/smartphones have?
r/smartphones has approximately 74,846 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/smartphones created?
r/smartphones was created on June 29, 2009 (17 years ago).
What is r/smartphones about?
This community focuses on discussions and news related to smartphones and their platforms, catering to tech enthusiasts and casual users alike. Members share insights on various devices, offer recommendations, and engage in debates about features and specifications. The community's distinctiveness lies in its blend of technical discussions and user-centric advice, making it …
What subreddits are similar to r/smartphones?
Communities similar to r/smartphones include r/pickanandroidforme, r/phones, r/smartphone, r/samsunggalaxy, r/motorola.
Who are the most active posters on r/smartphones?
The most frequent posters on r/smartphones include u/[deleted], u/Puzzled_Gear8282, u/ItayMarlov.
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