My 2 cents...
I had an iphone 4, and loved it at first. Wife got a Galaxy S3. I started to hate my iPhone. Now have a Galaxy note 2. I summize with this.
If you want something that just works, get an iphone, that is if you can figure out itunes. itunes constantly updates, and changes the way you have to do things. I for one (and many others) can't stand itunes. I was a true hater of itunes, before even the first ipod came out.
If, on the other hand, you like to customize, are savvy with tech, and like no restrictions, go android, or one of the other methods (Microsoft/BB).
Really it is as simple as this. Apple is more refined, hardware is easier to use, however their software is a mess. If you use their software on a constant basis, you will probably be OK. Otherwise, get something else, because it all does the exact same thing, and often at a lower price point.
On that note, I give you this...
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