Performance-wise, it's not so cutting edge. You're looking at last year's Snapdragon 801 processor, 3GB of RAM and a 5.5-inch, 1080p screen. That's certainly competent, but you probably won't regret snagging that Galaxy S6. Its biggest advantages are a healthy amount of built-in storage (up to 128GB) and the combination of an 8-megapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel rear shooter with dual flashes. There's broad support for North American and European LTE bands, too, so you shouldn't miss out on fast data.

Like the idea? Be prepared to wait, and pay a fair amount. Turing tells us that its phone should ship on August 10th, and it'll sell for $740 unlocked in 64GB form, or $870 for a 128GB variant. There are promises of carrier deals as well, although it's not saying which networks are on deck. Given that many big providers tend to be leery of supporting relative newcomers, a direct order will likely be your best bet.