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The letter simply comes from the German word Telekom, as T-Mobile got its branding from Deutsche Telekom, the German telecommunications company it is owned by.

Yes, we know: there was nothing thrilling about that random bit of trivia. But the phones that T-Mobile has to offer – now those are worth being excited about! And there are many to choose from. So without further ado, let us go over the best T-Mobile phones right now.

Best smartphones overall: Apple iPhone XS and XS Max

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As long as you don't mind spending over a grand on a phone, the iPhone XS or the iPhone XS Max would be a great choice. And for a number of reasons: the bright and clear display, the highly capable cameras, the rich selection of quality apps, the loud stereo speakers, to name a few.

Picking one of the two models is entirely a matter of preference. The iPhone XS is more compact, while the XS Max offers better battery life and a much larger display.

Just keep in mind that to enjoy the iPhones' fast-charging capabilities, you'll need to purchase an additional cable and more powerful adapter. The 3.5mm audio dongle is also sold separately.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9

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Or if you're more of an Android person and consider yourself a power user, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is the ultimate Android phone you can get on T-Mobile right now. It doesn't just come with a gorgeous screen without a notch and a very capable camera. It also offers extras like Samsung's S Pen digital stylus for sketching and note-taking and support for DeX Mode which turns your phone into a portable workstation.

Best value-for-money phones: LG G7

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The LG G7 would be a great choice for buyers on a tighter budget. In fact, it is one of the very few phones that will put a fast Snapdragon 845 chip in your hands for only $500. And it comes with lots of premium niceties and conveniences, including wireless charging, audio jack, IP68 water resistance, and storage expansion.

Alas, the G7 has its downsides. One is that the cameras, while pretty good, aren't as good as those on the latest iPhones and Galaxy flagship phones. But the wide-angle camera at the back is really nice having, allowing you to capture more in the frame without having to step back. Just don't expect the G7's AI features to magically make your shots look any better.

OnePlus 6T

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The OnePlus 6T isn't the young company's first smartphone. However, it is the first to be officially sold through a US carrier. This phone stands out with the speed and smoothness of its operation, achieved not only by utilizing the fast Snapdragon 845 chip, but also by having it run a lightweight, clutter-free Android skin. Battery life and charging speeds are also impressive.

But the OnePlus 6T has its shortcomings as well. For example, it is among the few high-end phones without an IP rating, so it isn't resistant to water or dust. The cameras may be very good, but can't match the latest iPhones or Pixel phones with their image quality. And the in-screen fingerprint scanner didn't prove reliable in our testing.