11 Next-Gen Smartphones Pushing the Boundaries of Mobile Tech

8. TCL 50 Pro NXTpaper 5G

TCL’s 50 Pro NXTpaper 5G is a true outlier—for all the right reasons. The industry talk is about displays that pop, but NXTpaper tech goes in a different direction. Its matte, paper-like screen is ultra-gentle on your eyes, perfect for readers, students, and late-night scrollers. It earns extra points as an affordable, eye-friendly phone that doesn’t skimp on essentials: long battery life, reliable 5G, and smooth performance. TCL ships handy tools for note-taking and document scanning, making this handset ideal for work, study, or families trying to manage screen fatigue. If you want a phone that’s different—one you can use all day and night—this could be your match.