Back to a positive note, viewing angles on the RAZR Maxx HD are superb, holding up even at the most severe tilt we could muster in this crowded event space.

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Finally, get as far back as you can to show the scene and try different angles on your subject.

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At the back of the house, a hedgerow that appears from most angles to be unbroken is actually composed of two unaligned, asymmetrical arms.

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