The best smartphone lenses: Best phone lens for iPhone and Android

Smartphone lenses: Olloclip
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If you're into photography, the best smartphone lenses will help give you the edge. Our smartphones have become the only camera in many people’s pockets these days, and though many come with great cameras, if you want to quickly explore the possibilities of fisheye, ultra-wide and macro perspectives, the best smartphone lenses could be the creative solution for you. 

There’s no shortage of these cute little lenses that can attach to your phone, converting the typical view to a variety of focal lengths. And, unlike lenses for conventional cameras, these miniature marvels tend to be surprisingly cheap, and most simply clip to your phone. 

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