For the recent run-down of my collections, I used varying methods. Prior to 2022, I just pick the phone I like the least and place them on lower ranks. There was no specific rule, except that I should prioritize usability and novelty.
In 2022, I made some rules. But still considering usability and novelty.
- Every week, I have to use (if usable) or display a phone on my table for a week.
- The sequence depends on the sequence I acquire the phone. That is, the first phone I acquired (Nokia 1100) should be the first one to be used or displayed.
- Rank the phones along the previous used or displayed phones. For instance, on first week, there could only be one on the "list". On the second week, the phone 2 should be ranked with phone 1 - if 2 is better than 1, then phone 2 is ranked 1 and phone 1 is ranked 2. Otherwise, phone 1 will be at #1, while phone 2 will be at #2. So, at the end of week 10, I am going to compare phone 10 to each phones - 1 to 9 and rank it accordingly.
And so I came out with this, last year -
This 2023, I came up with a bit more difficult, yet realistic ranking. It was also made to challenge myself to use less phones every week. So, what was the algorithm?
- Before the week starts, I have to choose 3 of the weakest phones on my collection. I asked myself some questions when choosing. Like, which phones am I willing to let go?
- Those 3 phones will be used within the week.
- The weakest or less preferred phone among the three will be eliminated and be ranked lower. Rank 38 being the least, in 2023.
- The eliminated phone will not be used until the entire ranking is complete (i.e. I can use them now, since we already have the result). This is where the "realistic" and "challenging" part is. It made me think more before "eliminating" a phone.
- Repeat from step 1 until I only have 2 phones remaining (which will leave me comparing only 2 phones, obviously).
So, here are the contenders -
Some of the next phones are unusable while some are still working, but needs workaround or they already have limited functions.
33. Alcatel OT-C552
32. Nokia N70 (b)
31.
30. Nokia N70 (a)
28. HTC Desire 200
27. Nokia N9
26. Nokia N8 (a)
25. Sony Xperia Z1 Compact (b)
24. Sony Xperia Z1 Compact (a)
23. Sony Xperia Z
20. Lenovo E156
19.
16. Sony Xperia SP
These next devices are still usable. Some with issues but are not deal-breakers. I can still use them and would not be surprised if some people are still using them at their fullest.
Then, here are the phones I am confident to recommend, depending on how a person uses a phone. I assume that this set will satisfy any type of user.
10.
Finally, here are the phones that I considered the best. I considered my different use cases these phones provide as I go along with the run-down. This was also the part where I thought it was impossible for me to use less phones. I even thought of breaking my own rules and use these 5 phones until I get to the sole best phone.
But first, here is a short video of my top 5 phones in 2023 -
4. LG Wing
3. Nokia N8 (b)
Was it impossible, though? No, but it was difficult, especially when I have to stop using my other phone lines. But, in the end, I thought to myself - Ay, pwede pala. But being someone who generates personal joy out of this things (despite, some people claiming - di nabibili ang kaligayahan), it is fun time again since I can toss them on my bed and reminisce the memories they brought.
What is next? Reviews! Aside from the phone I acquired earlier, this year, I sense that my wallet will give me a signal, sooner or later. 😂 So, more reviews! And I am also thinking of improving my presentation with modified images and videos - at least for battery score card. Then, maybe some reviews focusing on benchmarks. Hopefully, I can still shoot for this year's #blindphotochallenge over facebook!
See you around, then!
