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kelton,
If you still want to stick with icloud Contacts & Calendar there are 2 fantastic apps that work perfectly.
SmoothSync for Cloud Calendar & SmoothSync for Cloud Contacts (both in the Play store).
Also, Pulse SMS & Google Android Messages both have Desktop texting capabilities and either one works good for me. That was pretty much the only thing I missed with iPhone. I still can FaceTime on iPad or iMac if needed.
Also check out the Nova Prime Launcher. Lots of possibilities with that too.
And if you have lots of time to play check out the Kustom suite of apps. They are phenomenal for Luce Wallpapers, lockscreens & widgets.
Enjoy your N9! As if right now, it's THE best phone I've ever owned (Including iPhones & other Android devices).