I've been offered a pretty amazing deal on an S6 Edge Plus DUOS, however having read here for the last couple of days it seems there's no decent quality tempered glass protector for this phone and quite a few of the film screens seem to peel up when used with a tough case.
For me having good protection for my phone (I've got an Otterbox on my S5 DUOS) is a must have and as I do work near water a lot waterproof resistance is highly preferred.
The cost difference between the S6 I've been offered and a S7 Edge DUOS is almost $300 so which way do I go?
It appears there is a much better range of accessories for the S7 Edge and it looks to me like the S6 Edge Plus units never really took off (mainly because the S7 was launched so soon afterwards).
What to do, what to do?
pinsb said:
I've been offered a pretty amazing deal on an S6 Edge Plus DUOS, however having read here for the last couple of days it seems there's no decent quality tempered glass protector for this phone and quite a few of the film screens seem to peel up when used with a tough case.
For me having good protection for my phone (I've got an Otterbox on my S5 DUOS) is a must have and as I do work near water a lot waterproof resistance is highly preferred.
The cost difference between the S6 I've been offered and a S7 Edge DUOS is almost $300 so which way do I go?
It appears there is a much better range of accessories for the S7 Edge and it looks to me like the S6 Edge Plus units never really took off (mainly because the S7 was launched so soon afterwards).
What to do, what to do?
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Not to be a troll, but you ask this in the S6 Edge+ forum, so what answer do you think most will give you? ?
I had the S7 Edge and didn't like it. Mainly because of the smaller screen, my mistake I know, and I believe that my Gold S6 Edge+ is more beautiful than S7 Edge...
/CK
Café King said:
Not to be a troll, but you ask this in the S6 Edge+ forum, so what answer do you think most will give you?
I had the S7 Edge and didn't like it. Mainly because of the smaller screen, my mistake I know, and I believe that my Gold S6 Edge+ is more beautiful than S7 Edge...
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I expect the members who read this will give an honest appraisal based upon my needs, otherwise I wouldn't have wasted my time asking.
Go for the s7 edge.
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S7 better battery, better night shots, water proof
S6 edge plus better for all the rest (thinner, display, sun days camera shots, "look", cost)
S6 edge plus you can use screen protector OR the case...because the case lifts the film (it does not matter if it's glass or plastic made)
S7 I didn't test this occurrence
pinsb said:
I've been offered a pretty amazing deal on an S6 Edge Plus DUOS, however having read here for the last couple of days it seems there's no decent quality tempered glass protector for this phone and quite a few of the film screens seem to peel up when used with a tough case.
For me having good protection for my phone (I've got an Otterbox on my S5 DUOS) is a must have and as I do work near water a lot waterproof resistance is highly preferred.
The cost difference between the S6 I've been offered and a S7 Edge DUOS is almost $300 so which way do I go?
It appears there is a much better range of accessories for the S7 Edge and it looks to me like the S6 Edge Plus units never really took off (mainly because the S7 was launched so soon afterwards).
What to do, what to do?
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I don't undestand your doubt, cause you answered to your self in the second paragraph of your speech...
6 edge plus - as long as you're going for the 64gb.
Looks better, bigger screen, 16:9 camera and similar performance to to s7 edge.
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First of questions DON'T belogn in this thread. People should know better.
Request for movement to Q&A subforum has been made.
And secondly this is not a question to be made in a forum where we don't know you.
There's so much that goes into a choice like that. Try both and make up your own mind.
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First of questions DON'T belogn in this thread. People should know better.
Request for movement to Q&A subforum has been made.
And secondly this is not a question to be made in a forum where we don't know you.
There's so much that goes into a choice like that. Try both and make up your own mind.
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What?
As it's a general question it was more appropriate in the other forum.
And I shouldn't ask a question because "....we don't know you...".
This is a public forum and I've been a member for years, what are you smoking?
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What?
As it's a general question it was more appropriate in the other forum.
And I shouldn't ask a question because "....we don't know you...".
This is a public forum and I've been a member for years, what are you smoking?
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As for the moving part they explain it pretty clear in the rules.
This post might help: http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/questions-qa-section-t3180244
And you don't have to resort to weird assumptions.
As my only meaning was to help as the respons you would get here are hard to reason with when you don't know the people telling them.
And your reaction clearly states that to be true, as my intentions were merely positive yet you took it as a negative remark...
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As for the moving part they explain it pretty clear in the rules.
This post might help: http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus/general/questions-qa-section-t3180244
And you don't have to resort to weird assumptions.
As my only meaning was to help as the respons you would get here are hard to reason with when you don't know the people telling them.
And your reaction clearly states that to be true, as my intentions were merely positive yet you took it as a negative remark...
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I didn't resort to weird assumptions.....your use of language was quite definitive.
You stated "....secondly this is not a question to be made in a forum....".
That's a statement, if you want to be helpful couch you language in less confrontational terms, for example you could have said "...perhaps you would find more opinions if you were more specific in what information you were looking for....", see, less confrontational and looking to be more helpful.
You may not be familiar with an English idiom "Shooting from the Hip", perhaps you would find it useful?
I'll not be posting anymore in this thread as your contribution has made it pointless.
I normally get the latest devices, but got the s6 edge plus on T mobile here in the USA a couple of days ago. I use the leasing program called jump on demand so no money down and the cost should I want to own it, ( never do as I exchange phones often ) was reduced to $485 . That was enough for me to take the obsolete version LOL.
I have edge+ and im loving it.
No experience with s7.
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pinsb said:
I didn't resort to weird assumptions.....your use of language was quite definitive.
You stated "....secondly this is not a question to be made in a forum....".
That's a statement, if you want to be helpful couch you language in less confrontational terms, for example you could have said "...perhaps you would find more opinions if you were more specific in what information you were looking for....", see, less confrontational and looking to be more helpful.
You may not be familiar with an English idiom "Shooting from the Hip", perhaps you would find it useful?
I'll not be posting anymore in this thread as your contribution has made it pointless.
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I love my s6 edge plus. And i love xda besides the mean people on here. Seriously dont let that one persons negative remarks stop you from posting on this forum. That was a logical question that you wanted user opinions on! Thanks for your post
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its a no-brainer.
S7 edge is much more superior to the s6 edge+.
much better performance, a much much better battery, more sexy and has a micro sd slot.
the only downside is the price, which is nearly double.
Related
Galaxy Note Edge Review Thread
Hey Guys and Gals
I thought a round up of the reviews for the Note edge would be helpful, so i will begin to build a list. Please feel free to post a review found on the web, or when released post thoughts/review of your own. Please PM me and i will add a link to the OP.:good:
Reviews
PCAdvisor:
http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/reviews/mobile-phone/3543716/samsung-galaxy-note-edge-hands-on-review/
Techradar:
http://www.techradar.com/reviews/phones/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-note-edge-1263718/review
BGR:
http://bgr.com/2014/09/03/galaxy-note-edge-review-pt-1-hands-on/
The Week:
http://www.theweek.co.uk/technology...note-edge-reviews-of-the-curve-screened-phone
Expert Reviews:
http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/mobi...axy-note-edge-review-hands-on-specs-and-price
Phone Arena:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Edge-hands-on_id60192
PC Pro
http://www.pcpro.co.uk/reviews/smartphones/390607/hands-on-samsung-galaxy-note-edge
Trusted Reviews:
http://www.trustedreviews.com/samsung-galaxy-edge_Mobile-Phone_review
Stuff TV:
http://www.stuff.tv/samsung-galaxy-note-edge/review
Member review by musicdiary
http://musicphotolife.blogspot.sg/2015/01/3-benefits-galaxy-note-edge-offers-that.html
Video Reviews
Introduction
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge hands-on - IFA 2014
Btekt
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge detailed hands-on
TabTec
Would be more useful to call these previews, they're not reviews as such.
Fatila said:
Would be more useful to call these previews, they're not reviews as such.
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Agreed, no one has had hands on at home yet.
I'm pretty sure in a few weeks we will start to see some real reviews.
I guess I'll do a mini one when I get mines, since o can compare it side by side to my note 3.
where will you order it?
im still waiting for word if the grey market in the philippines will sell it
avenging said:
where will you order it?
im still waiting for word if the grey market in the philippines will sell it
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Waiting for tmobile USA to release it. I'm going to preorder it day one so I should be in the first batch to get one.
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Check this video out!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1sLZHppKEw
Holy [email protected]# that scrolling thingy to the edge screen looks way cool
Another preview, this one with other phablets:
http://www.cybershack.com.au/feature/phablet-face-iphone-6-plus-vs-galaxy-note-4-vs-galaxy-note-edge
A good looking review but in Russian. Wish someone would translate what she's saying about the Edge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gaNoFVCt0k
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A good looking review but in Russian. Wish someone would translate what she's saying about the Edge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gaNoFVCt0k
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In this review the frame looks like metal.
JoganJani said:
In this review the frame looks like metal.
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Well the timing is suppose to be metal.
PhoneArena's review of the Note Edge(reviewed 11/6/2014):
http://www.phonearena.com/reviews/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Edge-Review_id3844
"In case you’re wondering what happens if you drop the phone on its edge, we should say that there is a metal frame that is slightly more protruded, so it would hit the ground first. This and the fact that Samsung has stressed that it uses a special, strengthened glass for the Note Edge, should be a reassurance."
engadget's
i laughed at the pros and cons (same as the note 4)
http://www.engadget.com/2014/11/09/samsung-galaxy-note-edge-review/
Looks like the floodgates for reviews has started opening. I saw a bunch when I google'd this morning:
[Gizmondo]
http://gizmodo.com/galaxy-note-edge-review-this-crazy-smartphone-aint-hal-1658181595
[USA Today]
http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/...hes-galaxy-note-phablet-to-the-edge/18959901/
[BGR]
http://bgr.com/2014/11/13/samsung-galaxy-note-edge-review/
[Mashable]
http://mashable.com/2014/11/13/samsung-galaxy-note-edge-review/
*** Samsung Gear VR is said to be releasing in December: http://mashable.com/2014/11/12/samsung-gear-vr-release-date/
[Cnet]
http://www.cnet.com/products/samsung-galaxy-note-edge/
[Wall Street Journal]
http://online.wsj.com/articles/samsung-galaxy-note-edge-review-a-screen-that-gives-110-1415887229
[TechCrunch]
http://techcrunch.com/2014/11/13/the-galaxy-note-edge-is-a-true-cutting-edge-phablet/
[Business Insider]
http://www.businessinsider.com/galaxy-note-edge-review-2014-11
[Yahoo]
https://www.yahoo.com/tech/samsungs-galaxy-note-4-is-the-best-big-screen-102489650129.html
Galaxy Note Edge Explained: 4 things you must know before you pick it up - See more a
Posting what I found from AndroidCentral.
http://global.samsungtomorrow.com/?p=44643
Nice article from Samsung designers.
both really positive reviews
http://www.gsmarena.com/reviewcomm-1165p2.php
http://www.digitaltrends.com/cell-phone-reviews/galaxy-note-edge-review/
Here's my impression of the phone after one week of use.
http://youtu.be/mwIkvo1JYyw
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Here's my impression of the phone after one week of use.
http://youtu.be/mwIkvo1JYyw
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Either your volume was to low or you speak softly. How is the Edge screen and is it worth a higher price than the Note 4?
One of the best/underrated reviewers on the net. Keep up the great work Lisa.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9v-lPsb4_CA
http://www.mobiletechreview.com/phones/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Edge.htm
I owned the phone for just over 2 weeks.
First of all, I like android because it's not IOS. I don't like Apple. The whole Apple company annoys me.
I used to get annoyed when I heard Apple where suing Samsung for copying there patents, so on and so forth.
I couldn't help but notice straight away how much the S6 looked like IPhone 6, especially at the bottom of the phone (speaker grille).
Then I started looking at what Samsung have done, they took away what made them stand out.
They took away removable battery, and give us a very average size battery, but push wireless charges.
Worst of all they took away micro SD card!!!! Wtf
Then Samsung ask for a ridiculous price for different versions 32gb.....64gb.....128gb....... That's what apple does.
I used to be able to pick up 64gb micro SD card on sale for about $30. That option has gone.
The battery life on the S6 is poor. Let's be honest, everything I read tells me to turn off all sorts of features to make the battery last longer. It's a smart phone. I might as well buy a Motorola RAZR flip phone.
I'm just so disappointed Samsung have taken a huge step backwards and become who they used to fight. (IOS).
The fast Charging feature is cool, only if you want to carry your wall adapter and cable round with you all day, just incase!!!! The branded Samsung wireless charger should have come with the phone, not a $59.99 extra fee.
The only thing I will miss is the camera. It was excellent. But that's it.
Touchwiz was still sluggish, I experienced redraws more than I should have, and I still found it bloated with battery hogging apps.
I'm sick of Samsung. This is just my opinion remember.
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First of all, I like android because it's not IOS. I don't like Apple. The whole Apple company annoys me.
I used to get annoyed when I heard Apple where suing Samsung for copying there patents, so on and so forth.
I couldn't help but notice straight away how much the S6 looked like IPhone 6, especially at the bottom of the phone (speaker grille).
Then I started looking at what Samsung have done, they took away what made them stand out.
They took away removable battery, and give us a very average size battery, but push wireless charges.
Worst of all they took away micro SD card!!!! Wtf
Then Samsung ask for a ridiculous price for different versions 32gb.....64gb.....128gb....... That's what apple does.
I used to be able to pick up 64gb micro SD card on sale for about $30. That option has gone.
The battery life on the S6 is poor. Let's be honest, everything I read tells me to turn off all sorts of features to make the battery last longer. It's a smart phone. I might as well buy a Motorola RAZR flip phone.
I'm just so disappointed Samsung have taken a huge step backwards and become who they used to fight. (IOS).
The fast Charging feature is cool, only if you want to carry your wall adapter and cable round with you all day, just incase!!!! The branded Samsung wireless charger should have come with the phone, not a $59.99 extra fee.
The only thing I will miss is the camera. It was excellent. But that's it.
Touchwiz was still sluggish, I experienced redraws more than I should have, and I still found it bloated with battery hogging apps.
I'm sick of Samsung. This is just my opinion remember.
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You just perfectly outlined all the exact reasons I almost didn't get the S6 to begin with. Every year I can't wait to see the next Galaxy S, and this year Samsung made an iPhone running Android. Even though I hate Apple, my iPad is a huge part of my work and personal use, so I decided that the S6 had failed enough that it was time to just switch to iPhone 6+ and join the sheep.
BUT... I didn't. And the only reason I didn't was because it was time for me to upgrade now and I didn't want to get the iPhone 6 with the new one coming in Sept., leaving me with an old phone for two years. (I don't know where you are, but remember that in the US most of us are on 2 year phone plans.) So I just got the S6.
And I'm loving it. And I know I'd love the iPhone less. But I hate supporting Samsung making bad decisions.
Sorry but this is such a useless thread. Everyone of your reasons were very well know before launch. Yet you bought it anyway. Non of that was at all a suprise. Sorry your unsatisfied but you knew what you were buying.
We just need freaking root. God, I can't stand seeing all these useless apps running in my phone.
I hate at&t.
In my opinion they finally did something right for the first time in the last two years. People were always complaining about the build quality of Samsung phones. They finally build IMO a very nice phone, yes they did copy the looks of the iPhone a bit, but it looks great. One thing that did always bug me was the speaker being on the back of the phone. Now its on the bottom producing better sound when watching videos or listening to music.
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daniel4653 said:
In my opinion they finally did something right for the first time in the last two years. People were always complaining about the build quality of Samsung phones. They finally build IMO a very nice phone, yes they did copy the looks of the iPhone a bit, but it looks great. One thing that did always bug me was the speaker being on the back of the phone. Now its on the bottom producing better sound when watching videos or listening to music.
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None of the people I know that bought Galaxies had a problem with the build - it's always just been the iTurds that say how "bad" and "cheap" Samsungs are compared to their precious. I never had a problem or concern with the plastic body.
As for the new speaker placement, it's horrible. I'm constantly accidentally covering it just from natural hand placement when watching videos horizontally.
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None of the people I know that bought Galaxies had a problem with the build - it's always just been the iTurds that say how "bad" and "cheap" Samsungs are compared to their precious. I never had a problem or concern with the plastic body.
As for the new speaker placement, it's horrible. I'm constantly accidentally covering it just from natural hand placement when watching videos horizontally.
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I haven't had a problem covering the speaker on my S6 or my iPhone 6 when I had it.
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zathus said:
Sorry but this is such a useless thread. Everyone of your reasons were very well know before launch. Yet you bought it anyway. Non of that was at all a suprise. Sorry your unsatisfied but you knew what you were buying.
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Countless reviews on YouTube where saying how debloated it is, how it's the best touch wiz ever!! Maybe the obligated to say that??!
However it still felt like touch wiz to me, lag, redraws.....
In Canada 32gb model costs $750. The 64gb model costs $860!!! That's what annoys me, I can buy a 32gb micro SD card for a third of that 110$ jump.
Samsung have copied everything Apple has done, and it's pathetic.
markdexter said:
Countless reviews on YouTube where saying how debloated it is, how it's the best touch wiz ever!! Maybe the obligated to say that??!
However it still felt like touch wiz to me, lag, redraws.....
In Canada 32gb model costs $750. The 64gb model costs $860!!! That's what annoys me, I can buy a 32gb micro SD card for a third of that 110$ jump.
Samsung have copied everything Apple has done, and it's pathetic.
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Look..I don't doubt your reasons for being unhappy but like I said..it's been covered! That horse is dead and beaten. No reason to stick a shotgun to its head.
My PERSONAL experience is this is the best phone I've used hands down. I had a droid turbo, spent a week with the m9 and have had plenty of time with my wife's iphone 6. The s6 wins hands down.. for my needs.
From your complaints maybe the g4 will be a better fit for you
markdexter said:
Countless reviews on YouTube where saying how debloated it is, how it's the best touch wiz ever!! Maybe the obligated to say that??!
However it still felt like touch wiz to me, lag, redraws.....
In Canada 32gb model costs $750. The 64gb model costs $860!!! That's what annoys me, I can buy a 32gb micro SD card for a third of that 110$ jump.
Samsung have copied everything Apple has done, and it's pathetic.
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Right...because apple has 2k screens, ir blasters, a payment system with MST support, multiwindow, etc. Please, Samsung is way out in front and Apple is trying to play catchup. Wish a mod would come and rid of this useless thread.
zathus said:
Sorry but this is such a useless thread. Everyone of your reasons were very well know before launch. Yet you bought it anyway. Non of that was at all a suprise. Sorry your unsatisfied but you knew what you were buying.
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Exactly what i was thinking. He knew the S6 didn't have a removable battery yet he bought it. He knew the S6 didn't have a micro sd slot yet he bought it. He knew the price of the S6 yet he bought then turns around and complain.
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Im selling my s6 and buying an m9. S6 so boring
Wow. Congrats I suppose
zathus said:
Sorry but this is such a useless thread. Everyone of your reasons were very well know before launch. Yet you bought it anyway. Non of that was at all a suprise. Sorry your unsatisfied but you knew what you were buying.
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This, +1.
Gee... if only there were a way to ignore threads you don't want to read...
It must be so oppressive to have someone expressing their opinion.
¿Will-it-Blend? said:
Right...because apple has 2k screens, ir blasters, a payment system with MST support, multiwindow, etc. Please, Samsung is way out in front and Apple is trying to play catchup. Wish a mod would come and rid of this useless thread.
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Hardware wise yes it's way out in front but software wise Android as a whole still hasn't caught up to iOS whether you like it or not. Not everyone needs widgets and endless customization's on their phone, some of us simply want a phone that works out of the box without needing to root or having to wait months for an update to address the memory leak issues.
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Exactly what i was thinking. He knew the S6 didn't have a removable battery yet he bought it. He knew the S6 didn't have a micro sd slot yet he bought it. He knew the price of the S6 yet he bought then turns around and complain. He is an idiot, simply put.
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I started this thread because, I thought it might help people who are on the fence whether to buy it or not, I took the plunge and bought it then realized I made the mistake so I expressed my OPINION.
Also if this is such a useless thread don't read it....and better yet don't reply to it. (I'm the idiot)
Samsung has took a serious step away from its loyal customers by asking for more money for there devices and removing everything that made them special. You basically have an iPhone 6 running a bloated and ugly version of Android.
Once again my opinion, if you don't like it move on. Don't feel the need to be a keyboard tough guy and start calling names.
Childish.
I dont understand why they picked up S6 and then create a thread of their dislikes.
S6 features, pro and cons has been layed out prior opening sales and yet they still picked it up.
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I dont understand why they picked up S6 and then create a thread of their dislikes.
S6 features, pro and cons has been layed out prior opening sales and yet they still picked it up.
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This is in hand experience, not prior sales.
Move along folks, nothing to see here.
So if anyone wants me to.. I can give a mini review of both devices.. I was fortunate enough to be at the right place at the right time, to see both of these devices and play with them hands on. I don't want to spend a lot of time posting something that no one cares about, so I'm just asking..
Tacotino
How is this even possible?
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So if anyone wants me to.. I can give a mini review of both devices.. I was fortunate enough to be at the right place at the right time, to see both of these devices and play with them hands on. I don't want to spend a lot of time posting something that no one cares about, so I'm just asking..
Tacotino
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So which of them would you buy?
tacotino said:
So if anyone wants me to.. I can give a mini review of both devices.. I was fortunate enough to be at the right place at the right time, to see both of these devices and play with them hands on. I don't want to spend a lot of time posting something that no one cares about, so I'm just asking..
Tacotino
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If there was ever a cocktease of an opening post .....
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If there was ever a cocktease of an opening post .....
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2dorr said:
So which of them would you buy?
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galaxy s7
maybe the note 5....
I have S6 Edge but for sure I would buy S6 Edge Plus instead of Note 5. The curve screen is magic.
I played with both as well last week, the note 5 is definitely the way to go.
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I have S6 Edge but for sure I would buy S6 Edge Plus instead of Note 5. The curve screen is magic.
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I love love loooooooove my Edge's screen, but still think the practical choice is the regular flat screen. Maybe if they make a lifeproof case I'll be happier but seeing one for the s6 and not the Edge is kinda bumming me out.
But you're right the screen is magic!
probably works for a cell phone provider. samsung rep showed up and gave them a demo of them.
They both look great. I already have a edge, so ill probably go with the Note 5. The springy pen is awesome.
I'm just hopping we can get the same features on the galaxy s6 edge that the edge plus have, like stream live with the camera. Get the edge apps.
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And another thing is the s6 edge plus can't use gear vr because it's to big
If you've tested them out, have you felt the Ram/Multitasking issues of the S6 Edge ?
The best thing about the s6 edge+ and note 5 that no one seems to be talking about is wireless fast charging. I'm very tempted to switch from the s6 edge to the edge+ just because of that ability. I think I'll just wait for the s7 edge though haha.
Just wait for s7 don't need to switch just for more ram and fast wireless charging. Just wait for next year and probably the next s7,is going to be even better
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I'm just hopping we can get the same features on the galaxy s6 edge that the edge plus have, like stream live with the camera. Get the edge apps.
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I think "Edge Apps" and others is too easy to port to our devices,but first we should wait for S6 E+ files ti be released
DocFreeDom said:
I think "Edge Apps" and others is too easy to port to our devices,but first we should wait for S6 E+ files ti be released
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Yes but I'm afraid that to port we have to be rooted and that's a 'no go' for me. I want to use samsung pay whenever it arrives. I know that are ways to root without activate knox but. I prefer the easy way.
Underwhelming announcement for me. Love everything about the Note 5 save for the battery. Samsung needs to understand that fast charge/wireless charging cannot compensate for a lack of capacity.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/note5
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s6-edge-plus
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So today I switched over to the Galaxy Forever plan with sprint and will be receiving the S7 Edge in the next few days. My Note 4 was by far one of my favorite phones thanks to the amazing people in this section. ESPECIALLY @tx_dbs_tx!!!!! You my friend are one of the most amazing developers this site has. The Note 4 section is extremely lucky to have you. I hope to see you in the S7 Edge section one day soon because your work is some of the best. I will be keeping my Note 4 as I do own it. So if any devs need testing done feel free to PM me. I'm willing to test anything once I have my new S7. But I just want to say thank you to all the people who helped make the Note 4 an amazing phone. You guys are the real MVPs
Thanks for the kind words man. I have a feeling i will have my hands in the S7 guts fairly soon. I'm gonna build a new S7 port when I can get apktool working for samsung MM.
I have faith in our devs getting root. And maybe even a bootloader unlock from Samsung. There is an up roar about the locked bootloader and so many people returning their S7. Samsung almost has no choice.
I think it would have been better to wait for note 6 . I personally have used S6 edge and S6 for a few days and come back to Note 4. Maybe the s7 will be not as dissapointing as S6. Anyways enjoy your S7.
Strongly considered getting an S7 for the wife, but heard the battery was disappointingly mediocre on the Snapdragon S7 / S7 Edge
saw the s7 for the first time today...that is one sexy phone...just cant pull the trigger with root and lock bootloader.
My battery life & performance so far is amazing. Don't listen to all the reviews just yet. I think some people are just not fully using the phone to its potential. Loving it so far ?
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My battery life & performance so far is amazing. Don't listen to all the reviews just yet. I think some people are just not fully using the phone to its potential. Loving it so far ?
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That's promising. How does the battery life compare to the Note 4?
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That's promising. How does the battery life compare to the Note 4?
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Pretty good for me. I used package disabler to get rid of stupid bloat apps.
I also heard there's some other settings to disable to improve it more but haven't gotten around to that yet
So if i am reading right u said sprints s7 version has a locked bootloader hmm
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They all do except international
Update on battery life
I've heard alot of negative posts about the locked boot loader so zero lemon battery was purchased and im going to hold onto my note 4 for a little longer
Has anyone seen any news on whether IR is back on S8? Ive seen nothing on it so im guessing its not been returned. Can anyone confirm either way?
Nope, no IR blaster.
If they can include it on a small 4.3 inch device like the S4 mini then surely they can get one in the S8. Heres hoping they finally get one in the S9
They removed it from S6 onwards due to lack of use, I wouldn't hold your breath unfortunately.
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They removed it from S6 onwards due to lack of use, I wouldn't hold your breath unfortunately.
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nah why would they do that? most people find this very handy.. howe come most other dont remove them only samsung? makes no sense....
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nah why would they do that? most people find this very handy.. howe come most other dont remove them only samsung? makes no sense....
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Samsung collect usage stats for their phones, likely it's due to the fact they saw out of all the phones sold it was used very little and costing them money.
http://forums.androidcentral.com/sa...nse-samsung-regarding-ir-blaster-removal.html
A response from samsung regarding it.
I would like to point out I was wrong, my S6 Edge has an IR blaster, its S7 and Note 5 that did not have it, and S8 /S8+
Seriously? Do we need two threads lamenting the demise of a feature that's controlling an also dying communication protocol? And no, the S8 doesn't have an IR blaster just like the Galaxy S6, Note5, S7, and Note7 didn't before it. Want an IR blaster? Buy another brand's phone. Einstein's definition of insanity is repeating the same thing over and over again expecting a different outcome.
Here's the original thread...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/help/ir-blaster-t3581047
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Seriously? Do we need two threads lamenting the demise of a feature that's controlling an also dying communication protocol? And no, the S8 doesn't have an IR blaster just like the Galaxy S6, Note5, S7, and Note7 didn't before it. Want an IR blaster? Buy another brand's phone. Einstein's definition of insanity is repeating the same thing over and over again expecting a different outcome.
Here's the original thread...
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/help/ir-blaster-t3581047
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Apologies for a new thread but i used the search plus in the XDA app and it returned no results. I was asking a question rather than lamenting its disappearance. And as a Samsung phone user since the original Galaxy, i dont want another brand. I would just hope the extra phone size would allow its reintroduction as its clearly more used than Samsung thought. I still have my S4 Mini just to use as a TV remote (replaces 4 other remotes) and if the S8 had IR I could have gotten rid of that too. Anyway, since my question is answered and clearly people moan over this topic, can someone lock the thread from replies please?
Thread closed as it is essentially a duplicate.
Pls head over here https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/help/ir-blaster-t3581047