Picked up the Maxx yesterday and have to say I'm pleased in every way coming from a Note II. In the ways that really matter in real-world use, the Maxx nails it:
Great audio, reception, and thundering speakerphone
Retina-melting screen that can be seen outdoors
Solid construction--feels like it's one piece when handled
That battery!--there is no substitute
What's more, Verizon surprised me very pleasantly when I made the switch. My contract was set to expire in 14 months. I showed up to pay full retail for the Maxx, but the associate said "Let me talk to my manager and see if we can do anything for you". I thought yeah, right, but I'm not interested in a payment plan or anything like that...". He comes back and tells me if I reset my contract starting then I can get $200 off. What a no-brainer--I'm not going anywhere anyhow Got to keep my 12GB data with hotspot, all teed-up with a great handset. Life is good
Great audio, reception, and thundering speakerphone
Retina-melting screen that can be seen outdoors
Solid construction--feels like it's one piece when handled
That battery!--there is no substitute
What's more, Verizon surprised me very pleasantly when I made the switch. My contract was set to expire in 14 months. I showed up to pay full retail for the Maxx, but the associate said "Let me talk to my manager and see if we can do anything for you". I thought yeah, right, but I'm not interested in a payment plan or anything like that...". He comes back and tells me if I reset my contract starting then I can get $200 off. What a no-brainer--I'm not going anywhere anyhow Got to keep my 12GB data with hotspot, all teed-up with a great handset. Life is good