Readers chose the same three companies (Apple, Samsung, and Google) in the same order (first, second, and third, respectively) so many times in the voting for Best Smartphone that we eliminated the category this year to make room for more contested markets. The same fate may await the Best Tablet award, as 2015 was the last time the results came out differently.
Gold
Apple Inc. is a computer and mobile device maker that also offers OSX, iLife, iWork, and other professional software.
Silver
Microsoft Corp. is a provider of software, services, and solutions that enable SMBs to grow by leveraging powerful, affordable technologies such as cloud computing.
Bronze
Samsung business division offers virtualization, printing, displays, notebook and tablet PCs, and digital signage.
