iphone 5, razr maxx, or samsung s3

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ggma1126 GGMA1126 Premium join:2008-08-30 Claymont, DE	iphone 5, razr maxx, or samsung s3 I am having a hard time deciding on which phone to get so thought I would come here and get some input from those that have one or the other of these 3 . My droid X is starting to die (I dropped it pretty hard a couple of weeks ago) I use the phone mostly for texting, pics, some phone calls, and 1 or 2 apps - not a heavy data user - no video watching on phone. all input is welcome
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Jim_in_VA join:2004-07-11 Cobbs Creek, VA kudos:4	I'm biased. The Samsung Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean) -- ... need help? »evdo-tips.com/
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hitachi369 Embrace Your Rights Premium join:2001-10-03 Grand Rapids, MI kudos:4	reply to ggma1126 If I were you I would get the S3. But that is just because it is arguably the best phone out right now spec and feature wise.
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hitachi369 Embrace Your Rights Premium join:2001-10-03 Grand Rapids, MI kudos:4	reply to Jim_in_VA I have a Nexus and I like it. It has a nice form and feature set. I would still get the S3 though .
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Jim_in_VA join:2004-07-11 Cobbs Creek, VA kudos:4 Reviews: ·Northern Neck Wi..	between his three choices - beyond a doubt the S3. I like the the nexus because it is pure Google with no carrier crapware on it and will always get the newest Android updates. -- ... need help? »evdo-tips.com/
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Hall Premium,MVM join:2000-04-28 Dayton, OH kudos:2	reply to ggma1126 The Razr wouldn't even be on my list to begin with. I have avoided Motorola phones for years now.... See below Since I prefer as much control, i.e. rooting/hacking, I'd lean towards the Galaxy, although Apple really does make FINE products. I think the iPhone 5 is jail-breakable, but possibly only with the tether option.
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kevnich24 join:2006-04-19 Mulberry, FL	reply to ggma1126 Razr maxx or razr m - their both nice IMO. As far as people thinking the motorolas have all the moto blur crap - that's no more. I have a razr m and it does have a few motorola specific apps in it but it works very solid and reliable. The maxx is pretty much the same way since ICS update. Battery life on the maxx is pretty good too. I tried an S3 and I thought it was a bit too plasticy and cheap for me. It was neat the first few days, after that, I wanted something more solid so I went with the Razr M OP - if you can wait probably 2 months or so, the Razr HD maxx will be released.
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ggma1126 GGMA1126 Premium join:2008-08-30 Claymont, DE 1 edit	reply to ggma1126 said by ggma1126: I am having a hard time deciding on which phone to get so thought I would come here and get some input from those that have one or the other of these 3 . My droid X is starting to die (I dropped it pretty hard a couple of weeks ago) I use the phone mostly for texting, pics, some phone calls, and 1 or 2 apps - not a heavy data user - no video watching on phone. all input is welcome thanks to all for the input - forgot to mention I also do email on the phone (exchange and personal) and PS: Jim I am a she not a he (lol) also not looking to jailbreak or anything like that ---not that savvy with a cell phone Also had a samsung a few years ago and was not happy with it at all and kind of soured on samsung - got rid of it for an iphone 3gs and from there went to a droid x which is where I am now well you all have helped - I am going to check out the sIII but also will look at the ip5 on display at the store when I decide will let you all know -- Delaware Verizon Fios Droid X
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CrzyCrakr Premium join:2005-06-24 Edgewater, MD	said by ggma1126: said by ggma1126: I am having a hard time deciding on which phone to get so thought I would come here and get some input from those that have one or the other of these 3 . My droid X is starting to die (I dropped it pretty hard a couple of weeks ago) I use the phone mostly for texting, pics, some phone calls, and 1 or 2 apps - not a heavy data user - no video watching on phone. all input is welcome thanks to all for the input - forgot to mention I also do email on the phone (exchange and personal) and PS: Jim I am a she not a he (lol) also not looking to jailbreak or anything like that ---not that savvy with a cell phone Also had a samsung a few years ago and was not happy with it at all and kind of soured on samsung - got rid of it for an iphone 3gs and from there went to a droid x which is where I am now well you all have helped - I am going to check out the sIII but also will look at the ip5 on display at the store when I decide will let you all know Honestly I have had all 3 and and I went back to the MAXX. The MAXX has a better radio. Calls were clearer and didn't drop calls. The MAXX is on Ice Cream Sandwich and supposed to get Jelly bean before then end of the year. Motorola really didn't do a lot of changes from stock ICS so it isn't bad...Verizon has the usual crapware on it but now with ICS you can disable it so no worries. Samsung was the worst as far as UI overlay. S3 which battery was bigger than the iphone 5 but it drained down just as fast. I also didn't like the feel of the S3 in my hand. Felt like a plastic toy. I wasn't a big fan of the iphone 5 feel in my hand either. I didn't care much for the call clarity. What kills them all even now is the battery life on the MAXX. I get around 16 hours of use out of my MAXX and that is moderate to heavy use. If you liked the DX then you will love the MAXX. To each their own though so go to the store and play with them all, hold them in your hands and pick which one you like. (shrug) Maybe I am just a sucker for kevlar. lol
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Jackarino Premium join:2006-12-28 Allendale, NJ kudos:1	reply to ggma1126 iPhone 5 I love mine!
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kevnich24 join:2006-04-19 Mulberry, FL	reply to CrzyCrakr Yep - same thoughts on the S3 and the Maxx.
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Jim_in_VA join:2004-07-11 Cobbs Creek, VA kudos:4	reply to ggma1126 my apologies Ma'am
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motoracer join:2003-09-15 united state	reply to ggma1126 The non-user replaceable battery on the razr made it a no go for me (I always put extended batteries in my phones). I like the iPhone, I don't really care for iOS (after having 2 iPhones). I love my S3. Best phone I've ever had.
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hitachi369 Embrace Your Rights Premium join:2001-10-03 Grand Rapids, MI kudos:4 Reviews: ·AT&T U-Verse	said by motoracer: The non-user replaceable battery on the razr made it a no go for me (I always put extended batteries in my phones). I carry an extra too, couldn't see myself wthout an extra battery.
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jehma Have A Grateful Day join:2001-10-25 Basking Ridge, NJ	reply to ggma1126 I went from a DX to an SG3 and couldn't be happier.
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Vicious join:2008-06-19 Auburn, AL	reply to ggma1126 I originally had the Droid Razr. I later moved up to the Maxx. I've had several Samsung phones, and I've always had reception issues with them. Everybody I know that has an iPhone drops calls while I am talking to them, so I believe that they suffer from the same troubles as Samsung. Not with either of the Razrs I have owned. The reception is crystal clear. To me, the Maxx is the best of the three. The battery lasts me 2 whole days before I have to charge again. It has ridiculously better battery life than I've ever gotten with any other smartphone. It is also rootable, with many custom roms for it if you are into that stuff. The only drawback is the locked bootloader that prevents you from flashing a custom kernal, but that's nit picking a little.
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why60loss join:2012-09-20 Wake Forest, NC Reviews: ·Time Warner Cable ·Verizon Wireless.. ·CenturyLink ·AT&T Wireless Br..	reply to ggma1126 I would get a S3 hands down. I have had the Droid razr for 8 month's and it was a bad phone before and after the ICS update. If you want to know more about that phone, look at my verizon review. Then I got a S3 and it's the fastest, long lasting phone on verizon. Very few bug's Vs the razrs. Then I got the iphone 5 on day one, but I took it back, becuase of maps, screen issues and more. I used to really what they made before like the flip phones and kazr/1st razr, but they can't make a good smart phone. If it's a "Droid" phone run for the hill's, becuase if any thing gos bad. Verizon and who ever made the phone will give you the run around. Verizon will say they did not make it and the phone maker will say verizon put there branding on it and told us to make it that way. Point: buy a S3 or if not that stay away from the razr of DOOM.
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ggma1126 GGMA1126 Premium join:2008-08-30 Claymont, DE 1 edit	reply to Vicious I am leaning now towards either the Razr M or Razr HD no way do I get a Samsung as Every Samsung I had gave me problems in addition to the fact that the s 3 is so cheap looking and not well built with its plastic case . Going to the store tomorrow and check out both and will then decide. if anyone on here has either razr M or razr HD would like feedback thanks
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Jim_in_VA join:2004-07-11 Cobbs Creek, VA kudos:4	eh, your choice. It will always be a Nexus for me .. pure Google, no crapware. -- ... need help? »evdo-tips.com/
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spkay join:2005-11-10 Princeton, MA	reply to ggma1126 The S3 is the best phone by far. I don't have one yet, but will get one when the price starts to come down to earth (probably 6 mos).
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