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Note 4 Launch Date

I've been made aware through a phone retail location that the Note 4 will release on September 26th. Unrelated, iPhone will release on the 19th.
This news sounds spot on as last year the Note 3 released around three weeks after the unveiling which we know to be September the 3rd for this year.
iPhone launch date seems accurate as well, as last year it released a week and a half after the Apple unveiling.

Just rumor but I've heard the Note 4 will be released the same day it's introduced.

More than likely thats when preorders will start, I work in a retail location, and management leaked to me that these are the days for release and that all employees must work on these big launch days.

ihidbehindmusic said:
More than likely thats when preorders will start, I work in a retail location, and management leaked to me that these are the days for release and that all employees must work on these big launch days.
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Canada retail here, also can vouch getting some word through the gravevine of a upcoming surprise. Can't say for sure if it is the Note 4. Lots of rumors going around that Samsung got less than expected results from the S5 so they will launch the Note 4 early to boost sales figures.

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t-mobile note 4
i just walked into a t-mobile retail location and they say they will have them in 5 days from now (sept 9th). anyone else hear that?
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vegabyson said:
i just walked into a t-mobile retail location and they say they will have them in 5 days from now (sept 9th). anyone else hear that?
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t-mobile just put us on the waiting list and said they will call us the night before so we can come get them

vegabyson said:
i just walked into a t-mobile retail location and they say they will have them in 5 days from now (sept 9th). anyone else hear that?
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t-mobile just put us on the waiting list and said they will call us the night before so we can come get them
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Any word on price?

jscarano said:
Any word on price?
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didnt ask. we are on the jump program but i will ask later this week

Tmobile release
vegabyson said:
i just walked into a t-mobile retail location and they say they will have them in 5 days from now (sept 9th). anyone else hear that?
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t-mobile just put us on the waiting list and said they will call us the night before so we can come get them
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http://newsroom.t-mobile.com/news/s...d-galaxy-note-edge-are-coming-to-t-mobile.htm
Those who pre-register will be among the first to know about the availability and get pre-order information for the new Galaxy Note 4, which will be available in T-Mobile stores in October, and the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, which will arrive at T-Mobile later this fall.

I did read 10-10-14 was the date, not sure if it is international or if the US carriers will follow suit, likely Verizon will be LAST as always.

It would be customary for Verizon to be last. Maybe they will surprise us?

ronaldheld said:
It would be customary for Verizon to be last. Maybe they will surprise us?
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dont hold your breath on it! id put money on last

it takes time to Verizon it up. Sheesh.... LOL

ronaldheld said:
It would be customary for Verizon to be last. Maybe they will surprise us?
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I wouldn't be surprised if Verizon is 1 month behind everyone else.

Verizon needs to add logos so it delays the release process.
On a good note, Bestbuy in Los Angeles is having the Note 4 and I am going to check it out.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/mobile-...-4/pcmcat341700050007.c?id=pcmcat341700050007

UK/IRL?
Any rumours for the Note 4 release in Ireland/UK? Preferably sim-free, I'd prefer no contracts and/or network locking

AngelaRI said:
Any rumours for the Note 4 release in Ireland/UK? Preferably sim-free, I'd prefer no contracts and/or network locking
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Nothing specific just yet sadly.
There's been a few rumours saying the end of September/start of October, but they're just rumours and nothing to back them up yet.

oilfighter said:
I wouldn't be surprised if Verizon is 1 month behind everyone else.
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Yeah well, Verizon was first on the HTC One M8. So you never know.
Last is most likely though. Lol

Apparently it just went on sale in Germany. I have no idea what that means for the US tho.

Rippley05 said:
Apparently it just went on sale in Germany. I have no idea what that means for the US tho.
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Can we buy online

[Q] (request) Sim Card Unlocked?

I realize the Note 4 just shipped and only a few people already have theirs (I am in that group - awesome phone)
Wondering if anyone has found a Sim Unlock that works with this phone? I have no patience and want to unlock so I can use the TMOBILE PHONE on my ATT Network - and none of the online sites for unlocking mention the Note 4 - so I was wondering if anyone has successfully found a site that works? or a Method that works?
Suggestions?

http://www.ebay.com/sch/the-unlocking-team/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
these guys replied to me question about unlocking t-mo note 4 when I asked them the other day, saying they should be able to do it.
I have ordered it already, i'll post back if it works out.

edouble312 said:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/the-unlocking-team/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
these guys replied to me question about unlocking t-mo note 4 when I asked them the other day, saying they should be able to do it.
I have ordered it already, i'll post back if it works out.
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Thanks - l got the same kind of answer from http://www.cellfservices.com/ I used them on my S5 - but it is taking longer this time than it ever has in the past - so I got nervous and put up this thread to see what anyone else had found.
I seem to remember there was a way to unlock your Sim Card using Samsung Secret Codes - but I didn't know if that would work for the Note 4?

I am trying cellunlocker.net. They said they should be able to do it, but no unlock yet since I just put it in.

Flame Red said:
I am trying cellunlocker.net. They said they should be able to do it, but no unlock yet since I just put it in.
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Not to be funny, but did you choose SM-N910 as the phone model? I only ask because technically the tmobile one is 910T, and I didn't see that one listed. I assume I'm just being overcautious. Can't wait to get this baby unlocked to ATT.

rekman said:
Not to be funny, but did you choose SM-N910 as the phone model? I only ask because technically the tmobile one is 910T, and I didn't see that one listed. I assume I'm just being overcautious. Can't wait to get this baby unlocked to ATT.
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I selected SM-N910 and I sent them two emails telling them the model number that shows up in settings is SM-N910T. As soon as I hear one way or the other I will post here, in case you want to wait and see if some other vendor comes up with it first (or cheaper).
EDIT: I just got a note from them. They said to use model SM-N910 on the web site to order. Still no unlock yet. Patiently waiting...
Second Edit: They are having trouble getting an unlock. They are looking for a secondary source

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Second Edit: They are having trouble getting an unlock. They are looking for a secondary source
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im so impatient lol. i wanna cancel this tmobile plan asap.

rekman said:
im so impatient lol. i wanna cancel this tmobile plan asap.
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The result of your journey will dictate whether or not I purchase through t mobile or shoot myself in the foot and buy AT$T note 4. Hang in their man I'll pray for you.
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And rekman are you taking it to AT&T? If so once it's unlocked can you tell us if there are connection issues that others have reported?

Flame Red said:
I selected SM-N910 and I sent them two emails telling them the model number that shows up in settings is SM-N910T. As soon as I hear one way or the other I will post here, in case you want to wait and see if some other vendor comes up with it first (or cheaper).
EDIT: I just got a note from them. They said to use model SM-N910 on the web site to order. Still no unlock yet. Patiently waiting...
Second Edit: They are having trouble getting an unlock. They are looking for a secondary source
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What about other options? I seem to recall seeing a thread about unlocking using Samsung Secret Codes - I have searched and can't find it - not sure if anyone else has seen this -
Another possible option worth looking into --when the NOTE 3 came out - REGIONS were a problem for people who had bought phones outside of the region they wanted to use the phone in - Chain Fire created a REGION AWAY flashable fire and we discovered that Flashing the REGION AWAY from Chain Fire had the additional benefit of unlocking the sim card - that is how I unlocked my NOTE 3 - but I am not sure if REGION AWAY would work on the NOTE 4???

rekman said:
im so impatient lol. i wanna cancel this tmobile plan asap.
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If there is no unlock within a couple of days, I'm canceling and returning. I cannot get a TMOB signal inside my house. Outside, I can get one bar. I am sure someone will eventually unlock it, but I am not going to suffer under their 2 year contract for crapulant service.

Flame Red said:
If there is no unlock within a couple of days, I'm canceling and returning. I cannot get a TMOB signal inside my house. Outside, I can get one bar. I am sure someone will eventually unlock it, but I am not going to suffer under their 2 year contract for crapulant service.
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If root is available try an app called region lockaway I know when I 1st got my note 3 I was able to unlock my sim. The app is by chainfire
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rambo8987 said:
If root is available try an app called region lockaway I know when I 1st got my note 3 I was able to unlock my sim. The app is by chainfire
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I went ahead and gave it a shot and unfortunatelly it did not work. I don't know if there is something Chainfire could do to make the ap more compatible with the NOte 4 or even if that would make a difference.
When I installed the ap and ran it - it seemed to work correctly - said to reboot - but on reboot it was still locked.
more suggestions are appreciated -

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I went ahead and gave it a shot and unfortunatelly it did not work. I don't know if there is something Chainfire could do to make the ap more compatible with the NOte 4 or even if that would make a difference.
When I installed the ap and ran it - it seemed to work correctly - said to reboot - but on reboot it was still locked.
I'm desperate for a solution lol because I haven't pre ordered yet and I wanna see if there's an unlock found before I buy
more suggestions are appreciated -
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Would taking it t mobile and telling them you're going out of country work?

fcb1 said:
Would taking it t mobile and telling them you're going out of country work?
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No I tried before
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mocsab said:
I went ahead and gave it a shot and unfortunatelly it did not work. I don't know if there is something Chainfire could do to make the ap more compatible with the NOte 4 or even if that would make a difference.
When I installed the ap and ran it - it seemed to work correctly - said to reboot - but on reboot it was still locked.
more suggestions are appreciated -
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Try putting another sim card from another carrier and see if it works the same thing happened with my note 3
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rambo8987 said:
No I tried before
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Just really anxious to find out if this gonna get unlocked soon because I wanna pre order to take advantage of the 200$ promo. Why does AT&T boot loader policy have to suck so much [emoji24]

rambo8987 said:
No I tried before
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Try putting another sim card from another carrier and see if it works the same thing happened with my note 3
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I first tried to do it with the TMOBILE sim in place.
when that didn't work, I tried it with the ATT sim in place.
no Go
I am sure someone is going to figure out how to unlck this phone - I have unlocked an S4 - Note 3 - S5 and while some had issues initially, they all got unlocked eventually - hopefully it will be sooner rather than later...

mocsab said:
I first tried to do it with the TMOBILE sim in place.
when that didn't work, I tried it with the ATT sim in place.
no Go
I am sure someone is going to figure out how to unlck this phone - I have unlocked an S4 - Note 3 - S5 and while some had issues initially, they all got unlocked eventually - hopefully it will be sooner rather than later...
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Do you use all those phones on AT&T? Have you noticed any data speed decrease or something along those lines?

fcb1 said:
Do you use all those phones on AT&T? Have you noticed any data speed decrease or something along those lines?
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I have used all of those phones on ATT and I never had data issues - speeds are great (better than TMOBILE for me anyway - some people love tmobile and say the speed is great - not the case for me at all)

mocsab said:
I have used all of those phones on ATT and I never had data issues - speeds are great (better than TMOBILE for me anyway - some people love tmobile and say the speed is great - not the case for me at all)
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Also have you had the ability to compare to an actual AT&T to see if there is a big difference in data speed? Just wanna know before I cash out a large amount on this phone lol

fcb1 said:
Also have you had the ability to compare to an actual AT&T to see if there is a big difference in data speed? Just wanna know before I cash out a large amount on this phone lol
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I dont have two of the same devices - but I do have a note 4 and an S5 right now -
When I do a speed test from my hone on the S5 (Att) I get about 8MB down - and 4 MBup (I get much faster in other parts of the city - but at my home that is pretty typical)
When I do a speed test on TMOBILE at my home - I barely get 1.5 MB up and about the same Down -
There could be a lot of reasons why Att is better for me than Tmobile - Tower location is a big one - but for me - I don't have any data issues using a TMOBILE PHONE on ATT.

Can you unlock note 4 via root?

I have a dilemma in that I am on ATT, and I don't pay for my service but have an upgrade available and want to get a note 4 on tmobile for the unlocked bootloader, because the ATT note 4 has a locked bootloader. My plan is to buy a note 4 on ATT, sell it, than use the money to buy a note 4 on tmobile outright through a friend that is on tmobile. I went into a tmobile store to ask about this, and they told me to unlock a phone like the note 4, it would take about one month. I do not know if that is true, but I do not want to wait one month.. My question is that once I would root a tmobile note 4, is there a way to unlock the phone via a software hack?

lovenokia said:
I have a dilemma in that I am on ATT, and I don't pay for my service but have an upgrade available and want to get a note 4 on tmobile for the unlocked bootloader, because the ATT note 4 has a locked bootloader. My plan is to buy a note 4 on ATT, sell it, than use the money to buy a note 4 on tmobile outright through a friend that is on tmobile. I went into a tmobile store to ask about this, and they told me to unlock a phone like the note 4, it would take about one month. I do not know if that is true, but I do not want to wait one month.. My question is that once I would root a tmobile note 4, is there a way to unlock the phone via a software hack?
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No there isn't, but there are pay services available to sim unlock. Also, as long as the phone is used on the tmo network for a bit.. (I've used one for an hour before) and you have a T-Mobile account that's established, they usually will unlock it regardless of the 30 day policy.

and if they don't unlock it, theres other sites that can unlock for like 20-30 bucks, wait time is like 15mins

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and if they don't unlock it, theres other sites that can unlock for like 20-30 bucks, wait time is like 15mins
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Thanks a bunch, that does not sound too bad at all. I don't have to worry much about unlocking the phone then.

What about flashing to a new rom? Will that unlock the sim?
Sorry if I'm hijacking the thread, but it seemed an appropriate place to ask.
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I'm also quite interested in how the unlocking services get unlock codes. I can only assume some kind of code generator? Although if that was the case, why hasn't anyone on xda figured out the sim unlocking algorithm? (don't take that the wrong way, I'm just genuinely curious as to how it all works. I am grateful to everyone who helps and submits their work here.)

No, flashing a ROM isn't recommended. The HTC One (M8) and One (M7) do have a few hacks which allow the phone to be unlocked with root, but there's nothing yet developed for the Note 4. A custom ROM on the Note 4 or other Samsung phones can actually be counterproductive since the software signatures don't match the hardware. If you have an unlock code and are running a custom ROM, you'll probably have to revert to stock jut so that the code works. Had to do that on my ONe X a few years. back.
If you're still looking for a code, I recommend http://androidsimunlock.com. Use the service for my Note 4 last week with no issues. Prices are fair (Samsung unlock codes are always a lot more than HTC and Motorola codes) and I got my code in about an hour.

lovenokia said:
I have a dilemma in that I am on ATT, and I don't pay for my service but have an upgrade available and want to get a note 4 on tmobile for the unlocked bootloader, because the ATT note 4 has a locked bootloader. My plan is to buy a note 4 on ATT, sell it, than use the money to buy a note 4 on tmobile outright through a friend that is on tmobile. I went into a tmobile store to ask about this, and they told me to unlock a phone like the note 4, it would take about one month. I do not know if that is true, but I do not want to wait one month.. My question is that once I would root a tmobile note 4, is there a way to unlock the phone via a software hack?
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If your friend buys it through an already active tmobile line then they should unlock it no problem. Just have your friend tell them they are buying the phone to take a trip over seas. The only reason they tell you to wait a month is because that's when there commission kicks in for the sale of a new phone line. If it's just a new phone for an already active line they should not care.
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I paid for an unlock code and it didn't work. T-Mobile is making me activate an account to get an unlock code.
My phone was unlocked until it came back from Samsung for repair. Its been a nightmare to deal with. I don't trust Tue unlock services after getting ripped off.

I have a note 4 that I got at a yard sale and is locked because the person whom owned it died what should I do so I can use it

[Q] Differences between Non-Branded Nexus 6 and Verizon Nexus 6

I've been doing research for the past couple of days and I have seen that when the Nexus 6 came out that there were basically just 2 different models out. The International and the North American models. I'm coming from a Galaxy S4 from Verizon and I honestly can say that I just find TouchWiz ugly. I have rooted it but it was too late, the damage Verizon has done already left a huge enough impact that I am too afraid to put a rom on it in fear of the consequences. It was my first smartphone and I was happy with it when I first got it and now I am not to fond of it any longer. With the way Verizon's new plans are, I'm hoping of buying the Nexus 6 from them and slowly paying it off.
I apologize for long intro so i'll get to the point. I am curious about the differences of the Nexus 6 straight from Google and the Nexus 6 straight from the Verizon store if I buy it from them. I would prefer to buy straight from Verizon since I'm a college student and money is very tight and the slow payments seem to work out better in the long run even though I will be paying more if I buy it straight from Verizon. , but if getting the "clean" Nexus 6 is worth the better investment then i'll save up more money and pay for it all right then and there.
I've also read that there have been issues in the past where people have bought a Nexus 6 elsewhere and when they came to Verizon to activate it, that Verizon turned them away and that it wasn't possible. Is this still happening ?
Lastly, if any of you have a Nexus 6 straight from Verizon:
- How has it held up to this point ?
- What are the different things Verizon has done to the phone that weren't there in the past ?
and any other advice you can give to me to make a good purchase decision.
I just want a smartphone that I can root, put roms on, experiment with on XDA, has near-vanilla android but also works with Verizon.
I apologize for such a long post and this is my first ever thread on XDA and i'm new so I hope you may bear with me. I just want to make sure I am giving enough information to where some of you guys can help get my questions answered so I won't resent purchasing a Nexus 6 straight from Verizon if I do.
Thank you very much for reading and helping if you choose to.
P.S. I'm unsure whether to post this in the General Forum for the Nexus 6 or the Help and Troubleshooting forum of the Nexus 6 . I apologize if I posted this in the wrong forum.

Iandrew124 said:
I've been doing research for the past couple of days and I have seen that when the Nexus 6 came out that there were basically just 2 different models out. The International and the North American models. I'm coming from a Galaxy S4 from Verizon and I honestly can say that I just find TouchWiz ugly. I have rooted it but it was too late, the damage Verizon has done already left a huge enough impact that I am too afraid to put a rom on it in fear of the consequences. It was my first smartphone and I was happy with it when I first got it and now I am not to fond of it any longer. With the way Verizon's new plans are, I'm hoping of buying the Nexus 6 from them and slowly paying it off.
I apologize for long intro so i'll get to the point. I am curious about the differences of the Nexus 6 straight from Google and the Nexus 6 straight from the Verizon store if I buy it from them. I would prefer to buy straight from Verizon since I'm a college student and money is very tight and the slow payments seem to work out better in the long run even though I will be paying more if I buy it straight from Verizon. , but if getting the "clean" Nexus 6 is worth the better investment then i'll save up more money and pay for it all right then and there.
I've also read that there have been issues in the past where people have bought a Nexus 6 elsewhere and when they came to Verizon to activate it, that Verizon turned them away and that it wasn't possible. Is this still happening ?
Lastly, if any of you have a Nexus 6 straight from Verizon:
- How has it held up to this point ?
- What are the different things Verizon has done to the phone that weren't there in the past ?
and any other advice you can give to me to make a good purchase decision.
I just want a smartphone that I can root, put roms on, experiment with on XDA, has near-vanilla android but also works with Verizon.
I apologize for such a long post and this is my first ever thread on XDA and i'm new so I hope you may bear with me. I just want to make sure I am giving enough information to where some of you guys can help get my questions answered so I won't resent purchasing a Nexus 6 straight from Verizon if I do.
Thank you very much for reading and helping if you choose to.
P.S. I'm unsure whether to post this in the General Forum for the Nexus 6 or the Help and Troubleshooting forum of the Nexus 6 . I apologize if I posted this in the wrong forum.
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I have a N6 I bought in March from Verizon and I love it. Other than the small Verizon branding on the back, and two Verizon apps pre-installed (My Verizon Mobile and Verizon Visual Voicemail), I don't believe there is anything different between it and a Google bought Nexus.
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The preinstalled apps can likely be uninstalled as they were probably pulled in automatically based on your SIM card. From what I've read, the shipping firmware is the same as the Play Store/Motorola model.
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Othoric said:
I have a N6 I bought in March from Verizon and I love it. Other than the small Verizon branding on the back, and two Verizon apps pre-installed (My Verizon Mobile and Verizon Visual Voicemail), I don't believe there is anything different between it and a Google bought Nexus.
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That's great to hear honestly. If there is no difference other than two Verizon apps then this is officially my first choice for when I get a new device with Verizon. I'm hoping I am smart enough to root it, flash Pure Nexus and make it my own.
Thank you for the response.

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The preinstalled apps can likely be uninstalled as they were probably pulled in automatically based on your SIM card. From what I've read, the shipping firmware is the same as the Play Store/Motorola model.
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That's also great to hear. Definitely going to get the Nexus 6 soon then once I can get a new phone. Getting really tired of my Galaxy S4.

I just bought a new 32gb unlocked blue nexus 6 at best buy today for $350 + tax
It was the best deal I could find. I traded in some games and got the total down to $317. The phone is amazing, I came from a verizon S5 and it was well worth the purchase not to see that TouchWiz **** all over my phone

Thanks for starting this discussion. I have a GS5, and I'm fed up with the Verizon crap but it's the best network around where I live.
My question, can you root the N6 purchased from Verizon?

oneseeker said:
Thanks for starting this discussion. I have a GS5, and I'm fed up with the Verizon crap but it's the best network around where I live.
My question, can you root the N6 purchased from Verizon?
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Yup. One of the few on Verizon you can have your way with. Can get device from anywhere. They all the same. Get whichever the cheapest and best warranty.

oneseeker said:
Thanks for starting this discussion. I have a GS5, and I'm fed up with the Verizon crap but it's the best network around where I live.
My question, can you root the N6 purchased from Verizon?
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Yep. 100% bootloader unlockable. I use wugs toolkit to unlock and flash custom recovery. Plus it's relockable if you need service.
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ffchampmt said:
Yep. 100% bootloader unlockable. I use wugs toolkit to unlock and flash custom recovery. Plus it's relockable if you need service.
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What do you mean re-lockable if I need service?
Does anyone know if I can buy the Nexus 6 (unlocked) from Best Buy with the special they are having right now and use it on Verizon ? I was going to wait for 2 months to get an early upgrade by turning my phone in and getting the Nexus 6 but if I can buy it for 350 right now then I definitely want to jump on it. I am just curious if I can buy it from Best Buy and use it on Verizon without any issues. If I do buy it then what do I need to do in order to make it work with Verizon ?
I really want a phone I can root easily, flash roms and experiment with. The Nexus 6 seems like the perfect device and with it at $350 right now, its a steal !
Does anyone know if this is just a special and for how long ? Or is it indefinitely?

Iandrew124 said:
What do you mean re-lockable if I need service?
Does anyone know if I can buy the Nexus 6 (unlocked) from Best Buy with the special they are having right now and use it on Verizon ? I was going to wait for 2 months to get an early upgrade by turning my phone in and getting the Nexus 6 but if I can buy it for 350 right now then I definitely want to jump on it. I am just curious if I can buy it from Best Buy and use it on Verizon without any issues. If I do buy it then what do I need to do in order to make it work with Verizon ?
I really want a phone I can root easily, flash roms and experiment with. The Nexus 6 seems like the perfect device and with it at $350 right now, its a steal !
Does anyone know if this is just a special and for how long ? Or is it indefinitely?
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Service meaning repairs in case you have to send the phone in for some reason. It will work fine on Verizon. You can either activate it through Verizon and get a new SIM card or just switch an existing (already activated) nano SIM from an existing Verizon device into your new Nexus 6. Either method works fine.

patmw123 said:
Service meaning repairs in case you have to send the phone in for some reason. It will work fine on Verizon. You can either activate it through Verizon and get a new SIM card or just switch an existing (already activated) nano SIM from an existing Verizon device into your new Nexus 6. Either method works fine.
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Oh ! Okay, I see. Thank you.
On the best buy website it says its doesnt support CDMA but thanks for telling me otherwise. It gives me hope that I can get a decent phone for cheap and love it.

Iandrew124 said:
What do you mean re-lockable if I need service?
Does anyone know if I can buy the Nexus 6 (unlocked) from Best Buy with the special they are having right now and use it on Verizon ? I was going to wait for 2 months to get an early upgrade by turning my phone in and getting the Nexus 6 but if I can buy it for 350 right now then I definitely want to jump on it. I am just curious if I can buy it from Best Buy and use it on Verizon without any issues. If I do buy it then what do I need to do in order to make it work with Verizon ?
I really want a phone I can root easily, flash roms and experiment with. The Nexus 6 seems like the perfect device and with it at $350 right now, its a steal !
Does anyone know if this is just a special and for how long ? Or is it indefinitely?
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$350-399 the going rate now. They on clearance for the new ones probably in November. Best Buy will match Internet price. So as long as Amazon and others have that price can just tell them and they will look it up on their PC. If you have a Verizon nano sim can just pop it in. They have the IEMIs now so they can activate for you. Shouldn't have a problem. I cut down my micro sim to fit before they would activate them.
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Forgot to address your first question. There are 2 unlocks. Carrier and bootloader. Previous poster was referring to bootloader unlock. They are all carrier unlocked except for ATT. ATT requires to pay for the device in full and be active on their service for 30 days before can use another sim. Bootloader unlock is for modding. We unlock the bootloader and if need to send for warranty we put back to stock and locked.

prdog1 said:
Best Buy will match Internet price. So as long as Amazon and others have that price can just tell them and they will look it up on their PC. If you have a Verizon nano sim can just pop it in. They have the IEMIs now so they can activate for you. Shouldn't have a problem. I cut down my micro sim to fit before they would activate them.
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Forgot to address your first question. There are 2 unlocks. Carrier and bootloader. Previous poster was referring to bootloader unlock. They are all carrier unlocked except for ATT. ATT requires to pay for the device in full and be active on their service for 30 days before can use another sim. Bootloader unlock is for modding. We unlock the bootloader and if need to send for warranty we put back to stock and locked.
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This answers similar question I've had since I have Verizon as my carrier. I found some good deals on swappa, and wondered if I got one from there, if I'd be able use it on Verizon.
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Beej1970 said:
This answers similar question I've had since I have Verizon as my carrier. I found some good deals on swappa, and wondered if I got one from there, if I'd be able use it on Verizon.
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You can use any on any carrier unless it is the ATT carrier locked. Also has to be NA version. Not International. I got Google version on Verizon. Everything works including tether on my Unlimited Data Plan.

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You can use any on any carrier unless it is the ATT carrier locked. Also has to be NA version. Not International. I got Google version on Verizon. Everything works including tether on my Unlimited Data Plan.
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I'm sorry but what is "NA version"?
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Beej1970 said:
I'm sorry but what is "NA version"?
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North American. US and Canada. I looked on Swappa. They need to adjust their prices as the Market price decreases. They too high if can get new in box with full warranty for $350.

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You can use any on any carrier unless it is the ATT carrier locked. Also has to be NA version. Not International. I got Google version on Verizon. Everything works including tether on my Unlimited Data Plan.
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Wait, so the International one's won't work with Verizon? The one Best Buy is selling on clearance is the GSM International model. So even though its an amazing deal, It won't work with Verizon because its the International model ?

Iandrew124 said:
Wait, so the International one's won't work with Verizon? The one Best Buy is selling on clearance is the GSM International model. So even though its an amazing deal, It won't work with Verizon because its the International model ?
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The US model is XT1103, which is what Best Buy should stock, and it will work on any US carrier. The XT1100 is the International model and would only work on AT&T/T-Mobile in the US (or any carrier that uses their network) as it doesn't have all the necessary bands for other carriers. Most places don't even carry the International model for sale in the US.

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The US model is XT1103, which is what Best Buy should stock, and it will work on any US carrier. The XT1100 is the International model and would only work on AT&T/T-Mobile in the US (or any carrier that uses their network) as it doesn't have all the necessary bands for other carriers. Most places don't even carry the International model for sale in the US.
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Okay, that helped clear up some questions I was having. Thank you. I guess its time to go buy that sweet Nexus 6 once I get my check. Ugh, i can't wait.
If you had to recommend a phone for a beginner who wants to root, put roms on his device and experiment with it, what would you recommend to them ?

Note 8 to Note 9 Samsung Upgrade Programme UK

Went to:
https://shop.samsung.com/uk/multistore/ukupgradechannel/ukupgradelounge/registration
Entered my Note 8 Loan Agreement Number and Surname, and the only option it gave me was the option for the 128GB model, showing an incorrect Cash price of £869, should be £899 for 128GB Model. It doesn't give me the option for the 512GB/8GB Ram model either. (See Attachment)
Anyone else experiencing the same problem? I didn't get an email to upgrade either, maybe I'm rushing and should wait a little longer as it was just announced.

Try again, I can see two 512GB models as well as all three in 128GB.

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Try again, I can see two 512GB models as well as all three in 128GB.
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You're right, thanks. Nothing to indicate whether these are dual SIM or not.

Can you upgrade before the first 12 months?
Mine says I can upgrade from October
Thanks

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Can you upgrade before the first 12 months?
Mine says I can upgrade from October
Thanks
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I think you have to wait for 12 months between upgrades.

What would be the deal id you have tripped knox, does it still work.

xdaman85 said:
You're right, thanks. Nothing to indicate whether these are dual SIM or not.
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They're dual sim. Ordered the 512gb version

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They're dual sim. Ordered the 512gb version
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Is the UK version exynos? I'm from the USA and looking to purchase exynos from UK. I think that LTE will work in USA. Just wish I know for sure which band LTE the UK phone has.

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Is the UK version exynos? I'm from the USA and looking to purchase exynos from UK. I think that LTE will work in USA. Just wish I know for sure which band LTE the UK phone has.
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UK version or International version is Exynos.

Anyone managed to get the Samsung Mobile Care after entering loan agreement and surname?
Samsung have cancelled my order twice after each time telling me that it can only be added when placing the order.
Currently it only seems new customers or new Upgrade Program contracts can get Mobile Care with the existing eligible Note 8 users missing out.
Grrrrr!!
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Pre-ordered the 128 gb ver. for £899. Got rid of the GS9+ 64 gb for £460.

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What would be the deal id you have tripped knox, does it still work.
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Check the terms and conditions buddy. Im sure ive read that the Knox warranty must be valid to return the phone otherwise they will charge you a fee.

Woot woot!! Finally got my upgrade (Black 512GB) pre-ordered now with Mobile Care added after numerous emails and calls to Samdung Support/Shop.
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Woot woot!! Finally got my upgrade (Black 512GB) pre-ordered now with Mobile Care added after numerous emails and calls to Samdung Support/Shop.
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What's the crack with mobile care? Only shows 2 years available for £120. Surely a bit pointless on the yearly upgrade plan. Or am I missing something.
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Can you upgrade before the first 12 months?
Mine says I can upgrade from October
Thanks
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Think I seem to remember it being 11 payments min. When did you get your 8?
I have just upgraded note 8 to 9 after receiving my note 8 on release day 15th September last year.

mgbosshogg said:
What's the crack with mobile care? Only shows 2 years available for £120. Surely a bit pointless on the yearly upgrade plan. Or am I missing something.
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As it is forms part of the credit agreement with Close Brothers, this gets added to the monthly payment plan.
When the new device is released a year later and you wish to upgrade, Close Brothers cancel your remaining year including Mobile Care. You then sign up for a new 2 year contract and add Mobile Care to start the process again.
So in theory you only pay for 1 year of Mobile Care for that particular device as the 2nd year is cancelled once upgraded.
That's how it's always worked for me the last 3 years.
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As it is forms part of the credit agreement with Close Brothers, this gets added to the monthly payment plan.
When the new device is released a year later and you wish to upgrade, Close Brothers cancel your remaining year including Mobile Care. You then sign up for a new 2 year contract and add Mobile Care to start the process again.
So in theory you only pay for 1 year of Mobile Care for that particular device as the 2nd year is cancelled once upgraded.
That's how it's always worked for me the last 3 years.
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Ah, makes sense. Never bought it before as have insurance through my bank.
Cheers.

Does it even make sense?
Considering you buy into a new plan starting from scratch on the condition you send your handset back after having paid half means you are selling your handset back to Samsung or Close bros for half the price maybe even a bit less considering the depo. I Think I'm better off selling it myself, especially if the condition is pristine. Why would I do that? When nothing is stopping me from buying into a new note9 plan anyway if I want.

Value to buy out of the plan ( what was given for the Note 8 ) was £425.