Graduating from college can be challenging and exciting. It is a new chapter and the person eventually joins the "real world." Nothing says better than a job well done like a chic and functional smartphone. Mobile phones these days take communications to a whole new level. Which smartphones are best in taking on the real world? This list sums up some of the most excellent devices out there in the market.

Need to email someone? Looking for some work and other opportunities? There is a reason they are no longer called mobile phones. They do not just allow people to communicate. Smartphones can connect to the internet, schedule tasks, monitor markets and talk to anyone they wish to.

As the name implies, these devices have become "smart."

Yet the number of choices out there can be quite confusing. The list features six of the most highly rated phones on the market: the HTC One, the HTC first, Apple's iPhone 5, LG Nexus 4 and Samsung Galaxy Note 2.

The HTC One features a stylish exterior and interface to match its excellent look. HTC First caters more to people looking for a way to socialize even when on the go. Apple's iPhone 5 combines all the sharp features a soon-to-be professional should find handy. LG Nexus 4 runs on Jelly Bean offering efficiency for everyday work. Galaxy Note 2 is the first smartphone to combine tablet and phone features successfully providing more applications and capabilities.

Browse over the slideshow for more information on why these phones made the top list for new grads.

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