Apple iPhone XS Max review:

Apple iPhone XS Max review:

Apple's newest iPhone XS is now available. But which do you pick: big, or bigger? The XS comes in two sizes, and the bigger XS Max is a whole lot of screen. For the most part, that's its singular advantage. 

There's a reason Apple may not have called the XS Max the XS Plus. For years, a Plus-sized iPhone has offered a bigger screen, a bit more battery life and a better dual rear camera. This year, the iPhone XS and XS Max have identical processors, RAM and cameras. Getting the new 6.5-inch Max is really about increasing the display size (with added pixels), and getting a little extra battery to boot (about an hour). It'll cost you $100 for the privilege.

I've been using the Max and the smaller XS back and forth, comparing the feel and the apps, the everyday experience. The Max has a fantastic screen, and it feels about the same to hold as an iPhone 8 Plus. So, if you like that size, go for it -- if you can afford it. It's a beautiful luxury.

If you want a larger-screen iPhone and don't want to pay quite as much, you might want to wait for the LCD-display iPhone XR. But if you want the best, biggest iPhone display, regardless of price (or pocket size), this is it.