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Phones with huge screens for those who want the most of everything.

Like it or not, phablets are here to stay. While 5 inches may be the optimal screen size for many people, these phones take it to the next level. They go bigger with displays approaching 6 inches, and all include 1920 x 1080 pixels to make their screens full HD. More than just big screens, they go the extra mile to provide an improved performance, be it with a stylus or more screen real estate for customization. These phones claim to do it all and do it better than any other phone. They do push other boundaries, however, such as price and usability. Phablets can be pricey and over-sized for some people. Make sure those on your shopping list want this type of device before committing them to the gargantuan proportions of today's phablets.

AT&T
Nokia Lumia 1520

Sprint
Samsung Galaxy Note 3

T-Mobile
Samsung Galaxy Note 3

Verizon
Samsung Galaxy Note 3

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