Best 5 cell phones
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx (Verizon Wireless)
Longest-lasting smartphone
In the world of smartphones, the Droid Razr Maxx is Methuselah--only much, much hipper. Its 3,300mAh battery keeps the top-notch specs at hand when you need them, like that 4.5-inch screen and 8-megapixel camera. The Kevlar backing and angled design make it a beaut.
Price: $149.99 - $299.99 (check prices)
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HTC One X - white (AT&T)
Quad-core processing isn't everything, and AT&T's new $199.99 HTC One X proves it. This advanced Android has style, speed, blazing 4G, and power galore.
Price: $149.99 (check prices)
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Apple iPhone 4S (Sprint, AT&T, Verizon)
Best smartphone for media
The iPhone 4S isn't the king of cell phones, but it's part of the royal family nonetheless. Even without 4G and a giant screen, this phone's smart(ass) voice assistant, Siri, the benefits of iOS 5, and its spectacular camera make it a top choice for anyone ready to upgrade.
Price: $399.99 (check prices)
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Nokia Lumia 900 (AT&T)
Best Windows Phone
A vivid 4.3-inch display, 4G LTE, eye-catching design, and very fair price make this our favorite Windows Phone.
Price: $39.99 - $99.99 (check prices)
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Samsung Gusto 2 (Verizon Wireless)
Best simple phone
You'd be shocked how many people ask us for non-smartphone recommendations, especially when looking for something cheap, sturdy, and straightforward. The Gusto 2 is all those, has strong call quality, and adds additional senior-focused features.
Price: $0.00 - $79.99 (check prices)
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