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Why do "flagship killers" always cut the wrong corners — or is that the point?
In 2026, as flagship phone prices climb past $1,200 while component costs drop, buyers increasingly question whether 'flagship killer' brands deliberately omit key features to protect premium lineups. Cast your vote on whether these trade-offs are strategic or just poor engineering.
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