Best 5 cell phones
(Updated December 21, 2012 2:30 AM PST)
Jessica Dolcourt
Senior Editor
Best iPhone ever
Apple iPhone 5 (AT&T, Sprint, Verizon)
The iPhone 5 completely rebuilds the iPhone on a framework of new features and design, addressing its major previous shortcomings. It's absolutely the best iPhone to date, and it easily secures its place in the top tier of the smartphone universe.
Price: $199.99 - $775.99 (check prices)
4 stars
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A complete package
Samsung Galaxy S III (S3) (T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, U.S. Cellular)
Pumped with high-performing hardware and creative software features, the Samsung Galaxy S3 is an excellent, top-end phone that's neck and neck with the HTC One X.
Price: $139.99 - $199.99 (check prices)
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A 'big' deal
HTC Droid DNA (Verizon Wireless)
With quad-core power, 4G LTE, a lovely 5-inch screen, and a stunning design, the $199.99 HTC Droid DNA is currently Verizon's best Android deal.
Price: $149.99 - $199.99 (check prices)
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Most astounding battery life
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD (Verizon)
Motorola's fast, stylish Droid Razr Maxx HD offers outstanding battery life, but its camera captures unimpressive images.
Price: $199.99 - $299.99 (check prices)
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Most powerful Windows Phone yet
Nokia Lumia 920 (AT&T)
Nokia's Lumia 920 is heavy and thick, but if you want the most powerful, feature-rich Windows phone available, this is it.
Price: $99.99 (check prices)
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