There was no big “aha” moment for smartphones in 2023, but a lot of little improvements to group chats, foldables, and AI photo editing made a big impact.

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The year 2023 saw smaller innovations in the smartphone industry that could have a big impact in the long run. Android and iPhone users experienced a more seamless group chat experience, thanks to a change in iOS 17. Foldable phones also became more practical with larger outer screens. The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro introduced new photo editing tools using generative AI.

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