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So I'm curious. What about your Note 2 keeps your interest in it?
Size, software, hardware (including S-pen), choice of ROMs, etc..
For me its size. I love the size of the phone and the display alone enough for me to love it without considering anything else. But, I will of course.
This is strictly for curiosity and conversation. That's it.
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I'd have to say it's also the size. I see every other phone my friends and family use and it always makes me laugh and til this day everyone always compliments it or always say something funny about its size.
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Same sentiments here. The size kept me coming back, and now I don't even look at other phones....I used to switch every week or two.
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Size and completeness, how everything works well
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It's how awesome porn looks on the screen.
The fact that my contract isn't up with Verizon and I don't have enough money to buy a new phone outright.
Honestly, I'm done with giant phones these days. The moto x will be my next phone when I more to t-mobile.
For me it's the size of the screen, the crisp display, and the performance.
I use my Note 2 more than I use my laptop.
Some friends and family members make fun of its size, but when I'm with them and they want to do something on the internet, they start on their phone then say "let me see your phone".
I don't understand how they can say they love the size of their phone then want to see mine to view the internet.
For the same reason my wife stays with me...
Seriously tho, this device has a great screen, battery life, and performance...Sure the S4 has better hardware specs, but at this point in time better hardware offers diminishing returns at best. The Note 3 will have to be a major imorovement before I consider upgrading or else I may hold off until the Note 4...thats right I said it.
The size is definitely the main attraction, but I also love the S-Pen and the battery life. I switched from the S3 to the Note 2, and now whenever I try to use the S3, it feels so damn tiny in comparison.
For me, it's because most of my friends with S3/S4's don't even know about the Note 2, so when they ask me what kind of phone I have I say the S4. Then I act really surprised when my phone is bigger than theirs and I tell them they must have gotten the mini.
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For me, it's because most of my friends with S3/S4's don't even know about the Note 2, so when they ask me what kind of phone I have I say the S4. Then I act really surprised when my phone is bigger than theirs and I tell them they must have gotten the mini.
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LOL that's awesome. I got mine the day it was released and people now are asking me if it's the S4. I may use your quip.
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LOL that's awesome. I got mine the day it was released and people now are asking me if it's the S4. I may use your quip.
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Haha they get angry too, a lot of S4 people are iPhone switchers that know nothing about Android, they really believe you.
joshm.1219 said:
For me, it's because most of my friends with S3/S4's don't even know about the Note 2, so when they ask me what kind of phone I have I say the S4. Then I act really surprised when my phone is bigger than theirs and I tell them they must have gotten the mini.
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ROFL....too funny!!
For me it's the screen size and the boat load of ROM choices to give me a different phone weekly, or daily if I choose.
I like the size but I wish it was the size of the note. I think I like it because its got the most functionality of any phone I've ever seen.
There's nothing you can't do with this thing.
I like to keep a smart dock plugged into my entertainment center. Then setting across the room I'll control it with my ps3 controller.
calling this a phone is kinda like calling your home computer an email checker. literally these are little computers that also text and make phone calls. I have hade a few phones I've been missing with phones since the first razor cam out. I've just never seen anything this versatile before.
Size & quality of the display is nice for my aging eyes and fat fingers.
Battery capacity...all day easily.
Ability to take an SD card for additional memory.
Android customizability (sp?)
All these make this phone more attractive to me than most of the current crop of similar size.
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Haha they get angry too, a lot of S4 people are iPhone switchers that know nothing about Android, they really believe you.
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Most likely people who shouldn't have an S4 in the first place then.
I have an S4, and my mom has the Note 2, but i frequently do 1 handed typing, and on the note its just a litle bit big for 1 hand to accurately type. I know the Note has the 1 handed option, but i'm not a big fan of that layout, and the 5 inch display on the S4 is perfect for me. I also like the colours and crispness more than on the note 2, and obviously the stronger hardware. I find even when i was doing work on my moms phone, i never really found any practical uses for the S-Pen that i would even consider it useful for me. It's all just personal preference though, but i laugh that i used to think the iPhone 4 was the perfect phone back in the day.
Its a very nice device though, and its nice to have the slightly larger screen for videos and games, but for me 5 inches is the sweet spot for the ultimate balance between functionality and ease of use.
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Most likely people who shouldn't have an S4 in the first place then.
I have an S4, and my mom has the Note 2, but i frequently do 1 handed typing, and on the note its just a litle bit big for 1 hand to accurately type. I know the Note has the 1 handed option, but i'm not a big fan of that layout, and the 5 inch display on the S4 is perfect for me. I also like the colours and crispness more than on the note 2, and obviously the stronger hardware. I find even when i was doing work on my moms phone, i never really found any practical uses for the S-Pen that i would even consider it useful for me. It's all just personal preference though, but i laugh that i used to think the iPhone 4 was the perfect phone back in the day.
Its a very nice device though, and its nice to have the slightly larger screen for videos and games, but for me 5 inches is the sweet spot for the ultimate balance between functionality and ease of use.
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I think the S4 is definitely the best size, but first thing I look at when getting a phone is the development for it, because we passed the point where hardware can make a difference in the performance of this relatively light OS (Android compared to Windows or Mac), so really the most powerful phone is now the one with the most capable software available for it. I wish my phone was the S4 size, but I don't think I can even use a ROM that doesn't haven't floating multiwindows at this point. I run every app in a window now.
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I think the S4 is definitely the best size, but first thing I look at when getting a phone is the development for it, because we passed the point where hardware can make a difference in the performance of this relatively light OS (Android compared to Windows or Mac), so really the most powerful phone is now the one with the most capable software available for it. I wish my phone was the S4 size, but I don't think I can even use a ROM that doesn't haven't floating multiwindows at this point. I run every app in a window now.
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I'm pretty sure the floating multiwindow features will eventually come to the S4, that is Multitasking to the max, but there are still some alternatives and you can get a close to similar experience on the S4. And things like Nottach etc, bring the other functionalities such as the horizontal split messenger/contacts and all the other goodies that stock S4 users miss out on.
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I'm pretty sure the floating multiwindow features will eventually come to the S4, that is Multitasking to the max, but there are still some alternatives and you can get a close to similar experience on the S4. And things like Nottach etc, bring the other functionalities such as the horizontal split messenger/contacts and all the other goodies that stock S4 users miss out on.
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in sure it will eventually too assuming that borrower in unlocked, there's very little development for the vzw s4 because of it unfortunately.
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It's how awesome porn looks on the screen.
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was just drinking water when i read this.. laugh so hard water came out my mouth.. thanks needed to laugh:good:
droidstyle said:
For the same reason my wife stays with me...
Seriously tho, this device has a great screen, battery life, and performance...Sure the S4 has better hardware specs, but at this point in time better hardware offers diminishing returns at best. The Note 3 will have to be a major imorovement before I consider upgrading or else I may hold off until the Note 4...thats right I said it.
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^^^^^^^+100000000000000 to exactly everything stated HERE ^^^^
joshm.1219 said:
For me, it's because most of my friends with S3/S4's don't even know about the Note 2, so when they ask me what kind of phone I have I say the S4. Then I act really surprised when my phone is bigger than theirs and I tell them they must have gotten the mini.
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gonna have copy you on this one.. have many friends that have finally switched from an iphone and they have S3 or S4
My wife has the S4 and it does have alot of features and extra sensors etc... that are cool
but with my note 2 i dont need a charger at work or in the car anymore. I Sometimes i have to charge it when i go to sleep or every other day depending on how heavy i use it..
S4 pockets alot nicer but I dont wear girl jeans "cough" skinny jeans so the note 2 fits perfectly..
I dont use the pen as heavily as i thought i was going to but the times i have needed it, it has save me a headache and time which saves me money ..
playing games on it watching videos is alot better and easier on the eyes
Also im not worried about if i have to many things open at the same time it will slow down the phone..
Mult window is a big HELP as well.
Although I've only had my Mega 6.3 for 8 days, I've gotten used to the large screen. Now that the Note 3 has been anounced, it's got a 5.7 screen and I think that's too small. Once you go large, you can never go back...
I love the features and the horsepower of the Note 3, but the design... it looks like the Note 1 again. Bigger rounder corners like the Mega are better for comfort in your pocket in your jeans. i think i have to hold it and try be4 i buy this one.
Yes me too mega is the beast... disappoint of note3 size
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Same here. Although I am still kind of on the fence.
I'm picking up a 16gb mega right now. I'm back lol.
I didn't like the note 3 design, I was hoping for a large 6 inch screen. Acer s2 liquid also looks good.
When I had the original Note I didn't feel attracted to the Note 2 because the difference in screen size wasn't big and it was actually lower resolution. It felt like a downgrade and anything smaller felt lacking even if they had better CPU/GPU. That changed when I saw the Mega and now I can't get excited for phones having a smaller screen. The things that I was hoping for that might interest me with the Note 3 was a bigger screen in the same pocketable size as the Mega, optical stabilisation, and 64gb/128gb standard internal memory. Those never happened so I'm much better off waiting for the Mega 2.
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When I had the original Note I didn't feel attracted to the Note 2 because the difference in screen size wasn't big and it was actually lower resolution. It felt like a downgrade and anything smaller felt lacking even if they had better CPU/GPU. That changed when I saw the Mega and now I can't get excited for phones having a smaller screen. The things that I was hoping for that might interest me with the Note 3 was a bigger screen in the same pocketable size as the Mega, optical stabilisation, and 64gb/128gb standard internal memory. Those never happened so I'm much better off waiting for the Mega 2.
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You took the words out of my mouth. The megas screen spoiled me.
I think the Mega screen spoiled all of us. I just can't see going to a smaller screen.
This may sound like sour grapes but it's not. IMO, the 3 has way too much stuff. I mean, if it gets unlocked and rooted and people install a custom ROM such as 10.2, then most of the stuff is not going to work anyway.
I came from the org Note and rooted and installed a ROM the first day I had it.....never used the spen as it was intended.
I've had my 6.3 for a little over a week and I'm still finding things on it. I just found the task manager two day ago.
So, my vote would be no on the Note 3. I'm very happy with the Mega and will be even happier when it gets rooted.
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This may sound like sour grapes but it's not. IMO, the 3 has way too much stuff. I mean, if it gets unlocked and rooted and people install a custom ROM such as 10.2, then most of the stuff is not going to work anyway.
I came from the org Note and rooted and installed a ROM the first day I had it.....never used the spen as it was intended.
I've had my 6.3 for a little over a week and I'm still finding things on it. I just found the task manager two day ago.
So, my vote would be no on the Note 3. I'm very happy with the Mega and will be even happier when it gets rooted.
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What you said about the CM rom disabling the features of the Note is actually a really good point.
True the screen resolution of the Mega isn't the highest but it sure looks good anyway!
So yeah, agreed too, will pass on the Note 3 ^^
Only downside of Mega is that it's such a niche product that I'm afraid that the developpement will be slow
I'm still hedging between the Mega and the Note 3.
I really want a powerful device with the latest specs, but the Mega's screen real estate keeps tugging on my heart.
I guess i'll wait until the Note 3 is actually in stores so I can play with it myself. That's the only way I'll be able to make a good decision. I am excited about all of the features. The enhancements to Multiview look pretty nice.
As an aside, I hope they do another Dropbox promotion soon. I need more space.
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I'm still hedging between the Mega and the Note 3.
I really want a powerful device with the latest specs, but the Mega's screen real estate keeps tugging on my heart.
I guess i'll wait until the Note 3 is actually in stores so I can play with it myself. That's the only way I'll be able to make a good decision. I am excited about all of the features. The enhancements to Multiview look pretty nice.
As an aside, I hope they do another Dropbox promotion soon. I need more space.
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Once you try bigger screen, you'll feel its the best. Im only using mega 5.8, when i look my iphone 4s its kinda smaaaal:laugh:
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This may sound like sour grapes but it's not. IMO, the 3 has way too much stuff. I mean, if it gets unlocked and rooted and people install a custom ROM such as 10.2, then most of the stuff is not going to work anyway.
I came from the org Note and rooted and installed a ROM the first day I had it.....never used the spen as it was intended.
I've had my 6.3 for a little over a week and I'm still finding things on it. I just found the task manager two day ago.
So, my vote would be no on the Note 3. I'm very happy with the Mega and will be even happier when it gets rooted.
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I agree. High end devices tend to be more of a numbers race to beat the competition while the mid range is more value for money. With the Note 3 you will be paying for specs and features you will never use or don't need. If most people think like us in this thread then I'm confident more people will buy the Mega. It only had 2 months in the market and just available in the US so it's still early days. With the price getting lower after the release of high end phones (the Mega is now just £316 on Amazon) it will be a hit this Christmas.
This is somehow a re-post of mine from another thread but I think it applies perfectly to this thread too.
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I have been holding on and skipping devices that really appealing to me(LG Pro, Oppo, Sony Xperia Z, etc) for the Note 3.
I was going to order the Xperia Z Ultra but thankfully I convinced my self otherwise. I'm not playing many games now days nor using it heavily.
Mostly for above average media consumption, light gaming, browsing.
Also as I said I was waiting for the Note 3 since the day Note 2 was announced since I decided to skip a generation.
And thankfully I decided to skip the Note 3 for the Mega. I really wanna go even bigger this time. I don't mind the mid-range performance.
And since my original Note with Asylum 4.3 now feels so incredible(it felt good with custom JB 4.1.2 too), I can only imagine the Mega will blow my mind.
I got the Note 1 at launch and I paid for it quite dearly for it back then.
And today I got my Samsung MEGA(i9200). HOLY MOTHER OF GOD! I'm really in love with this devices. The size, the screen, its sound are just... amazing!
I can't even remotely explain how I feel about it. This IS really the device that ever wanted.
I'm using it for a couple hours now and I can tell you I wouldn't even think about trading it for a Note 3(for free yes as I could sell the Note3 and buy another Mega )
This is really my preferred size of a phone. But I can go down to 6" too if the N4 is released next year and its 5,9-6,0". The best device so far I ever owned.
I also stated that I can go up to 6" when I got my Note in previous post of mine. So I was kinda always wanted a phone this big,
Watched a few trailers, videos clip, youtube videos, listen to many songs. I can say the experience was amazing. I haven't played any games yet tho.
This phone is big. You cannot really how humongous it's unless you light up the screen. The you can understand how huge it is. But it doesn't feel THAT bigger than my Note tbh.
I think that sums things up for me. I haven't felt this excited for a phone since 21 months ago when I got my original Note. Really happy owner here.
I'm torn between this and the Note 3. I don't really use the phone for more than playing games, talking, texting and facebooking. Oh and a music player. I'll watch a movie when I can. I have the Note 1 and I'm cool with the display whatever it is. The only reason I'm getting something different is because my Note 1 is about to bite the dust. Does it sound like the Mega is good for me? The only reason I got the Note in the first place was because of the size if that helps at all. I use my S-Pen to draw on pictures every blue moon.
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I'm torn between this and the Note 3. I don't really use the phone for more than playing games, talking, texting and facebooking. Oh and a music player. I'll watch a movie when I can. I have the Note 1 and I'm cool with the display whatever it is. The only reason I'm getting something different is because my Note 1 is about to bite the dust. Does it sound like the Mega is good for me? The only reason I got the Note in the first place was because of the size if that helps at all. I use my S-Pen to draw on pictures every blue moon.
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I believe the Mega would serve you well. It is truly a great device that performs exellent. You don't have to waste money on the extra features on the Note III if you don't need them. I have had both the Note, Note II and now I am enjoying the Mega :good:
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I believe the Mega would serve you well. It is truly a great device that performs exellent. You don't have to waste money on the extra features on the Note III if you don't need them. I have had both the Note, Note II and now I am enjoying the Mega :good:
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Quick question. Is the screen the same as the Note? I guess the density or whatever the hell it's called? Oh and is it the same speed or faster? Does it have MultiWindow? That's about the only thing that I want from my Note.
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Quick question. Is the screen the same as the Note? I guess the density or whatever the hell it's called? Oh and is it the same speed or faster? Does it have MultiWindow? That's about the only thing that I want from my Note.
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No resolution is slightly less due to ratio change
The original was 1200×800 this is 720 i think but could be wrong however its a brighter more natural screen as opposes to the note 1 which was a poor amoled. The note 3 is obviously a 1080p
Yes multiwindow is ther as is airview
Much faster than note 1 way slowe than note 3
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Christogq said:
Quick question. Is the screen the same as the Note? I guess the density or whatever the hell it's called? Oh and is it the same speed or faster? Does it have MultiWindow? That's about the only thing that I want from my Note.
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The mega screen is better than note 1 and 2 imo. I think the crispness of the LCD panel puts it over the edge.
Benchmarks wise, the Note 3 will beat the Mega but actual every day performance will not be that different specially if you do some tweaks (replace Touchwiz, disable unused features, set animation to 0.5 or 0, etc).
Hey all,
I've been using a lumia 1020 for the last month or so. However being a long term Android user I'm really starting to think this was a bad choice.
Now ive been thinking about what to get next, but Android.
I've been looking at the recent Lg Nexus 5 and the Note 3.
Past phones I've had are.
Galaxy nexus
Xperia Z
Note 2
S4
Ive been mulling over the idea or the two phones above and i really dont know which one would suit me better.
I have been thinking about running a blog for something to-do as in the winter months are pretty boring where i am, I'm also into photography, the rest of the time i use the phone primarily for internet use, rather than a phone.
The nexus is raw android and i prefer that to touchwiz purely based on looks, not functionality, as this always something that bothered me on Samsung phones, obviously speed is affected too.
I like the camera and screen on the note 3, as the camera was good on my S4, and the extra screen space makes sense for internet use, however the N5 isn't exactly a small screen and i can tether my tablet.
But the battery life is a serious question as while the Nokia is windows phone it lasts 3 days, i need a lot of screen time and plenty of standby too.
One of the biggest things is price in the uk a N5 is £349 while the Note 3 is £530 (I've used 32gb models here)
So what you pick? Or what should i pick, if you need to know more about my usage to answer this please do ask.
Thanks to everyone who helps.
Luke
LBTaylor1984 said:
Hey all,
I've been using a lumia 1020 for the last month or so. However being a long term Android user I'm really starting to think this was a bad choice.
Now ive been thinking about what to get next, but Android.
I've been looking at the recent Lg Nexus 5 and the Note 3.
Past phones I've had are.
Galaxy nexus
Xperia Z
Note 2
S4
Ive been mulling over the idea or the two phones above and i really dont know which one would suit me better.
I have been thinking about running a blog for something to-do as in the winter months are pretty boring where i am, I'm also into photography, the rest of the time i use the phone primarily for internet use, rather than a phone.
The nexus is raw android and i prefer that to touchwiz purely based on looks, not functionality, as this always something that bothered me on Samsung phones, obviously speed is affected too.
I like the camera and screen on the note 3, as the camera was good on my S4, and the extra screen space makes sense for internet use, however the N5 isn't exactly a small screen and i can tether my tablet.
But the battery life is a serious question as while the Nokia is windows phone it lasts 3 days, i need a lot of screen time and plenty of standby too.
One of the biggest things is price in the uk a N5 is £349 while the Note 3 is £530 (I've used 32gb models here)
So what you pick? Or what should i pick, if you need to know more about my usage to answer this please do ask.
Thanks to everyone who helps.
Luke
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if you have budget then nexus 5 is the best if budget not problem then two choices
note 3 bigger screen 5.7 inch 3 gb ram camera 13 mp camera. sony xperia Z1 5 inch 2 gb ram waterproof. camera 20.7 mp camera. choice is yours
LBTaylor1984 said:
Hey all,
I've been using a lumia 1020 for the last month or so. However being a long term Android user I'm really starting to think this was a bad choice.
Now ive been thinking about what to get next, but Android.
I've been looking at the recent Lg Nexus 5 and the Note 3.
Past phones I've had are.
Galaxy nexus
Xperia Z
Note 2
S4
Ive been mulling over the idea or the two phones above and i really dont know which one would suit me better.
I have been thinking about running a blog for something to-do as in the winter months are pretty boring where i am, I'm also into photography, the rest of the time i use the phone primarily for internet use, rather than a phone.
The nexus is raw android and i prefer that to touchwiz purely based on looks, not functionality, as this always something that bothered me on Samsung phones, obviously speed is affected too.
I like the camera and screen on the note 3, as the camera was good on my S4, and the extra screen space makes sense for internet use, however the N5 isn't exactly a small screen and i can tether my tablet.
But the battery life is a serious question as while the Nokia is windows phone it lasts 3 days, i need a lot of screen time and plenty of standby too.
One of the biggest things is price in the uk a N5 is £349 while the Note 3 is £530 (I've used 32gb models here)
So what you pick? Or what should i pick, if you need to know more about my usage to answer this please do ask.
Thanks to everyone who helps.
Luke
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nexus 5 will have LTS,if you plan to use the Phone for more than 1 or 2 years i suggest N5. or else note
Personally I would (and am going to) go for the N5. Not a fan of phones with a screen over 5" or Samsung phones, so for me it's a no-brainer.
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nexus 5 will have LTS,if you plan to use the Phone for more than 1 or 2 years i suggest N5. or else note
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Budgets not a problem, but it's worth mentioning as it depends on whether the features are worth the extra.
I will probably keep the Phone for 1/ 2 years, as I change when something new comes out.
Well i'm not interested in the Sony, as the Z wasn't a very good phone and broke, physically twice.
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Budgets not a problem, but it's worth mentioning as it depends on whether the features are worth the extra.
I will probably keep the Phone for 1/ 2 years, as I change when something new comes out.
Well i'm not interested in the Sony, as the Z wasn't a very good phone and broke, physically twice.
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note 3 is a fantastic device if you have money why the hell not?
nexus 5 is a amazing device as i told for LTS and a mid ranged , not to mention the clutter of ROMS and MODs it will have
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LBTaylor1984 said:
Budgets not a problem, but it's worth mentioning as it depends on whether the features are worth the extra.
I will probably keep the Phone for 1/ 2 years, as I change when something new comes out.
Well i'm not interested in the Sony, as the Z wasn't a very good phone and broke, physically twice.
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note 3 is a fantastic device if you have money why the hell not?
nexus 5 is a amazing device as i told for LTS and a mid ranged , not to mention the clutter of ROMS and MODs it will have
if you don't really like camera of course nexus 5, but if you like camera the most go for note 3.
because some users report that nexus 5 camera not really god, and not bad at all.
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if you don't really like camera of course nexus 5, but if you like camera the most go for note 3.
because some users report that nexus 5 camera not really god, and not bad at all.
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Yeah see this is why i'm so torn,
The Samsung is a excellent phone, however Touchwiz was designed by Stevie Wonder in regards to the colours, but the actual phone underneath that is a powerhouse with some nice functions and a huge screen with excellent battery life, While the Nexus 5 is the raw experience I love but i'm concerned about the quality of the handset and battery life.
As long as the camera is capable of shots like the Note 3 i'm cool with that, the GF will probably still have the Lumia 1020 should I need something exceptional.
Got the X yesterday. Lots to like but ultimately i think the 8 is better for me. Anyone else?
Ha probably barking up the wrong tree here. You'll be hard pressed to find anyone willing to switch his to Apple's IOS regardless of hardware.
ekerbuddyeker said:
Got the X yesterday. Lots to like but ultimately i think the 8 is better for me. Anyone else?
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What carrier for the x?
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I was planning to get this iPhone X but I didn't ended up doing it. I love note 8 's big screen and the infinity design of Samsung rather than apple's "fringe" design.
face id on iphone x is faster than note8 fingerprint sensor ?
iPhone x battery life looks lame, camera looks worse than note 8, screen isn't as bright (600 nits vs 1200 nits), screen isn't as pixel dense and also has notch, no headphone jack, no sd card. Sigh I also pre-order iPhone x, my last iPhone was iPhone 6 plus and I've been Android ever since, but I don't think I'll b able to ever go back, prob cancel my pre-order
My entire system is too dependent on Android, in particular how SwiftKey is so much better for me on android, otherwise would have given ios a chance. Obviously not on a x as I could not justify the insane price point.
julianalaqrua said:
face id on iphone x is faster than note8 fingerprint sensor ?
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Probably not, but I don't like the idea of having to put the phone to my face every time I want to unlock my phone. I feel like it's just so much more convenient to use a fingerprint than a face scan.
Actually it's a fantastic device. About the same speed as note 8. Screen is very good, installed apps all excellent and mature, battery good, screen very bright, size is better for holding, camera good, Dave unlock fast and not an issue (and it's consistent unlike my note 8 which sometimes just doesn't work). Many appstore apps aren't optimized yet for the screen size and look pillarboxed like an iPhone 5! Also can't believe the launcher is still the same as ever. Oh and I can create a talking turd. Yey. I just prefer the Note.
My wife has the IPhone X very nice phone and face ID works great. But I would not trade my note 8 for IPhone X.
I also have the Note 8 and got the iPhone X. I really like both. Since I have 2 lines, one for work and one private, I get to use both, so I am happy. Both phone are definitely the best phones Samsung and Apple have ever made to this point and I really like them both. (Have to use iOS for work).
Gotta say, had my doubts about FaceID, but it is great and so much better than using TouchID. More convenient than I had expected by far, plus works all of the time so far.
All that said though, if I had to choose a device, the Note 8 just does so much more.
My 11 yo son who has a my old Galaxy S8 put it like this. “Your new iPhone X does nothing my phone doesn’t do, plus I can unlock my phone with my face or my eyes or my fingerprint. You paid 1000$ for an animated poop emoji machine”. His words. LOL.
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Good Choice!! I hate the IPhone and anything apple to a certain degree BUT Id give the IPonder X a chance to see if it could persuade me to Switch but...
I doubt it. I have the Note 8 and the Smaller Pixel 2 (Couldnt risk the Pixel XL with screen burn in etc) and my brother took my Pixel XL
I feel happier with a Pixel then i would do with an Iphone.
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I also have the Note 8 and got the iPhone X. I really like both. Since I have 2 lines, one for work and one private, I get to use both, so I am happy. Both phone are definitely the best phones Samsung and Apple have ever made to this point and I really like them both. (Have to use iOS for work).
Gotta say, had my doubts about FaceID, but it is great and so much better than using TouchID. More convenient than I had expected by far, plus works all of the time so far.
All that said though, if I had to choose a device, the Note 8 just does so much more.
My 11 yo son who has a my old Galaxy S8 put it like this. “Your new iPhone X does nothing my phone doesn’t do, plus I can unlock my phone with my face or my eyes or my fingerprint. You paid 1000$ for an animated poop emoji machine”. His words. LOL.
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How's the battery life compared to note
I have just Orderd the iPhone X there is alot of strong points about it like the design (even the notch) i would have preffered if that didn't excist but it obviously has not detered. The Camera & i like iOS hmmm not over Android but having used previously with the 6s Plus & 7s plus i quite enjoyed.
Will be keeping my Note 8 so best of both worlds.....:good:
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How's the battery life compared to note
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I haven't had it long enough to tell just yet, but seems strong. Gotta use it longer to tell though. Always takes me a few days to get fully set up and signed into different stuff etc...
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I think Android has caught up with IOS . Used to be the ugly stepsister. Not any more.
Just my observations
I have both Note 8 and iPhone X. I am comparing specs and other items as I note below.
Note 8 has 6.3 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display (2960x1440 at 521 ppi), iPhone X has 5.8 inch HDR OLED display (2436x1125 at 458 ppi). Note 8 has a bigger and notchless screen. Both have minimal bezels.
Note 8 has AOD, iPhone X doesn’t.
Note 8 is IP68, iPhone X is only IP67
Note 8 comes with integrated S Pen stylus, iPhone X doesn’t come with a stylus
Note 8 has 6 GB RAM, iPhone X has only 3 GB
Note 8 has 64 GB internal storage plus micro SD up to 256 GB, iPhone X has either 64 GB or 256 GB but no micro SD
Note 8 has earphone jack, iPhone X has no earphone jack
Screen on time for Note 8 is 6.5 hours, iPhone gets 8 hours (based on my current usage)
Note 8 has basic facial recognition backed up with IRIS and fingerprint scanners, iPhone has Face ID with a sophisticated biometric security system. Face Id does have some issues at this time and Apple is aware of them.
Note 8 has no lag with multiple apps open whereas iPhone X has produced a slight amount of lag with multiple apps open.
Bottom line is Samsung offers betters specs for the buck but iPhone X is still a better choice for security and privacy.
I'm going to keep both and use iPhone X for work and Note 8 for all my personal use especially since it has expandable storage for all my pictures, etc.
iPhone X is a keeper for me, selling the Note 8
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I had an iPod touch once.
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Got the X yesterday. Lots to like but ultimately i think the 8 is better for me. Anyone else?
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Got the X last Saturday. It's a wonderful device. I'm not invested in the Apple ecosystem so there is very little that I can't live without. Love the animojis and all but I can't justify the 1519.17$ I paid for it tbh.
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iPhone X is a keeper for me, selling the Note 8
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Well... Bye Felicia!
I lasted a whole 4 days with the iPhone X (Without touching my note 8). Great device. Without a doubt the closest the iPhone has ever been to android. I might last an extra couple days once they add a numbers row. And with that gaping chasm at the bottom of the keyboard I don't think it's too much to ask.
The only I see myself buying in is by literally buying in. I wouldn't be caught dead with an apple watch, macbooks are overpriced and my nvidia shield tv runs circles around Apple TV. I just don't feel that the iPhone X (or any iPhone for that matter) works as a stand-alone phone.
Yes, yes, it's possible to love a phone. Heck, you sleep next to it, don't you? Rate this thread to indicate your love for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, all things considered. A higher rating indicates that the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is an incredible phone that you enjoy tremendously. You love it.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!
Best Phone Samsung has ever made
i owned a note 4, for about 4 years until it died on me (dropped it, the screen popped out and that's it). since i owned a few Chinese brands (mid tier phones).
now after getting the note 9 i remembered why i loved my note 4 so much.
its a complete package, it checks all the boxes and overall an amazing device that gives me the proper value for the money. yes its expensive but its also the best of the best.
Overall I love it.
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My first note device and first samsung device. I've used many other android devices over the years. I know the number one complaint above this device is probably the price. It's certainly the most expensive phone I've bought to date but ... It's worth every penny! I love it!!!
Can't fault it... Got to be the best all round device... If it had an ir blaster for my TV it would have an the bases covered
My preeeeeciouuuuussssssssss.
Coming from an S7 to a NOTE9, Wooooo what a nice change! Enjoying it so far, and am loving the S-Pen.
Cheers,
M.
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:good::good::good: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is a fabulously tremendous phone that everyone loves. even Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is the best deal in 2018
Everything is perfect, loving it so much more than the Note8! Only gripe would be Bixby... it seems like they threw out some things Bixby 1.0 could do in 2.0 which makes it feel even more inconsistent now... It does seem to have better voice recognition though. For the time being, I remapped Bixby to Google Assistant (something I never did with Bixby 1.0!!!) until they fix Bixby 2 with some updates.
I would share my experience with my Note 9 (Exy)
I trink it is the better Note 8, wich i had before. Overall Speed, Accu & Devicequality is in my opinion so much better. The Display is one of the best i See so far, beside other Devices. I said this about my Note 8 Top, but with my Note 9, i can truely say it is the best Device i owned yet.
Experience from Samsung is absolue lag free. Atm i have the first Time no reason to root my Device.
I think that i will run this great Phone a few years
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Coming from an S9+. I dig the Note design.
I love it but needs a little update regarding battery. Exynos version drain 1 percent an hour..
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I love it but needs a little update regarding battery. Exynos version drain 1 percent an hour..
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100 hours from a phone sounds reasonable to me.
I would probably rate this the best android phone i have ever bought if not for the crap battery life on the exynos version.
Best phone ever was still the HTC One m7 imho
Notes 9 is the best phone Notes so far.?
Just got the phone. Came from LG v20. Definitely a huge improvement. Also like it better than my S7 edge. Edge was my favorite phone to date until I broke the screen and grabbed up the V20 to hold me over. Got the note 9 buy one get one free so me and my wife can enjoy
Upgraded from my 2.5 year old S7E to N9 512GB. Loving it absolutely. Great battery life too, getting around 40% left at the end of the day.
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Everything is perfect, loving it so much more than the Note8! Only gripe would be Bixby... it seems like they threw out some things Bixby 1.0 could do in 2.0 which makes it feel even more inconsistent now... It does seem to have better voice recognition though. For the time being, I remapped Bixby to Google Assistant (something I never did with Bixby 1.0!!!) until they fix Bixby 2 with some updates.
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I agree, I was excited to use Bixby but I cant find any of the features many people praised about!
i am pleasantly surprised. not many despised TW UI like i did. i actually liked the refresh on the s8, but the lag was still there.
i can confidently say they have finally fixed the lagging issue, albeit with raw power rather than more clever methods.
this is the best phone available right now. i've been flying through phones like crazy for the past 2 years, almost settled on my mate 10, then this came along. very happy.
After some teething problems I'm completely in love with mine. Finally something that's big enough for my hands! (with a case) I'm on Verizon-only one with decent coverage here. (Central Pa.) Can't get over how nice the display is and the sound is great on internal speakers. Using Nova launcher. Caveat: I was using ADW 2 and it wouldn't let me make URL shortcuts to the homescreen with Chrome. Nova works fine. FYI because I was pulling my hair out for awhile.
I use Package Disabler pro plus to freeze nuisance apps and stop Bixby, which I can't care less about. Adguard for other nuisances. Root doesn't matter with this one since it's so damn fast anyway!
I came from a V10 which was starting to not wake up and had totally abysmal battery life, couldn't get through a day without it dying. Note 9 has been going for two days straight... the bigger battery is what really sold me.
Others said it... best Samsung yet!