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: $299.99 (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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Samsung Galaxy Nexus (Verizon Wireless)
Best Android experience
This is the phone--and OS--we've been waiting for. The first to debut Ice Cream Sandwich, the Galaxy Nexus stands alone as an excellent phone in its own right, with the world's first working Android 4.0 OS.
Price: $99.99 - $299.99 (check prices)
4 stars Read full review
Samsung Focus S (AT&T)
Best Windows Phone
With its excellent 8-megapixel camera, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, and 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus display, this is the most advanced phone yet bearing Microsoft's mobile operating system.
Price: $119.99 - $199.99 (check prices)
4 stars Read full review
Samsung SPH-M370
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 M370 is all those, has strong call quality, and costs only $20.
As shown: $19.99
See manufacturer site for availability
