When a phone costs north of 1000USD something is terribly wrong. 99% of "modern" phone use is basically (doom) scrolling, browsing the web, using core apps (like maps) for directions, taking pictures and finally communicating with whatsapp and making the odd/rare old school phone call.

This should not require spending 1000-1500USD on a phone.

Im doing all of the above with a iPhone SE for what i paid like 300-350USD for.

Second hand phones are even cheaper, just change the battery and you are good to go.