Google's and were probably , but that was primarily due to the starting prices of the two Snapdragon 855 powerhouses. Otherwise, the stock Android-running handsets for their silky smooth software, top-notch processing muscle, stellar camera performance, and sharp displays.

Fortunately, and came quickly after the flagship duo's commercial debut, substantially improving their mass appeal. With an unexpectedly modern-looking right and possibly not too far down the line either, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Verizon is now offering some of the deepest price cuts ever ...