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So i got a new phone last week, upgrading from an old S3 to the S6 Edge. I've never been one to put a screen protector on my phone, just a case as I'm pretty careful with them. I had my S3 for 3 years and it's scratchless, but a small section on my S6 edge has already been covered in scratches. It's only a small area on the right side of the flat portion of the screen. The sides of this area is uniform and "rounded" making it look like the coating failed or something, as the scratches don't fade out or anything. Like I said I'm pretty careful with my phone and I'm not sure how it happened, though I guess it could have been my fault. I didn't notice it until I saw it in bright direct light today, I use a Samsung inductive charge pad and when I took it off today it was notably hot, not sure if that affected it or not. Any thoughts?
Return it. This was something that was around when they were first released and mostly on the 32GB model. They shouldn't give you an issue exchanging.
I just got my Gear VR Innovator the other day and started using it with my S6 Edge. One thing I notice is that there is crazy amount of Chromatic Aberration and fuzziness towards the edge. Fuzziness is quite obvious with text. But the centre just look fine. I'm just curious if it is because of the plastic screen protector installed on my phone screen or just inherent problem of Gear Vr.
I was surprised by this as well. Appears that the optics are geared to the centre section of the screen and any elements on the outside have abberation.
Also double check shifting the unit around on your face to see if it gets better. An obvious solution but just assumed it was seated properly and caught this late.
Hello everyone,
I'm looking to upgrade my note 4 (H version) to either a note 5 or edge plus, I aware that both phones are 95% identical yet there are few things that are still not clear to me which would help me decide. I know that each phone is targeted toward different audience however, the main decisive factor in purchasing the note series in the 1st place was the display size & the hardware, the stylus functionality was always an added value.
If some of you might be wondering why I'm upgrading from N 910H its because of the 4g support, 64 bit chip, premium build quality and I'm guessing it will enjoy better vendor & community support than the H version that I have.
As such, I would appreciate your help if you could provide me with your experiences/ knowledge:
1- Which one has less bloat ware that might sluggish the performance of the device? for e.g. the note 5 comes with a lot of Samsung software/optimization for its stylus functionality which might impact the smoothness of the device not to mentioned TW
2- Which one has more usable storage (less system memory) considering the limited storage options we have?
3- Which device scored better in benchmarks testing such as Antutu ?
4- Which one has longer battery life?
Thanks everyone
after my experience with my 32GB S6 edge, i realised just how small of a storage it is and went with a 64GB for my Note 5 Duos. the OS takes up just over 1.5GB and System Memory takes up under 10GB. if you need the S-Pen, your number 1 becomes a moot point.
if you need the absolute peak performance in processing speed and battery life, then i would think it becomes a very negligible difference between the two. i haven't seen actual comparison specs, but i would imagine they're both similar.
personally, i really wanted the curved front screen, but the stylus will always win me over. i need it for cropping screenshots, diagramming and taking notes, quickly. and like i tell everyone else, in case you ever need it, at least the stylus will always be there.
The curved screen is a gimmick. The novelty will wear off very quickly. I honestly don't see the point. It looks cool, granted, but it makes content look distorted. Why would you want that?!
Anyway, it wasn't even a choice for me. Note 5 all the way.
If I chose the edge+ over the note 5 I would only do so if it has "proven" better battery life, more available storage and smoother experience (less bloat ware) not because of the curved display.
I have the edge, I really like it a lot, but I don't use the edge what so ever. Basically bought the phone due to the color, and looks. Extremely visually appealing.
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That's a tough decision. .. but then you have to pick a color! !!!
I would ideally own all of them!
I had the S6E before buying the Note 5 and while I loved the look and feel of the Edge screen, there were 2 major reasons I didn't buy the plus. The first is simply I didn't even use the few edge features there were, as previously said it's gimmicky. Second, and this is the big one, terrible options for glass screen protectors. It may seem odd to make a buying decision based on the screen protector support but I cannot and will not go back to anything but tempered glass and I am not willing to forgo any sort of protection at all.
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I had the S6E before buying the Note 5 and while I loved the look and feel of the Edge screen, there were 2 major reasons I didn't buy the plus. The first is simply I didn't even use the few edge features there were, as previously said it's gimmicky. Second, and this is the big one, terrible options for glass screen protectors. It may seem odd to make a buying decision based on the screen protector support but I cannot and will not go back to anything but tempered glass and I am not willing to forgo any sort of protection at all.
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That's exactly my issue with the s6. I couldn't buy the proper protection for it and it got broken on me. The note 5 is much better with protection and cases.
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Thought I'd get a thread ready for when devices start rolling out in a few weeks...
If it's as good as the S7 Edge with SPEN then it'll be perfect for most folks. Should spend time in the TMOB S7 Edge forums to find the quirks.
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If it's as good as the S7 Edge with SPEN then it'll be perfect for most folks. Should spend time in the TMOB S7 Edge forums to find the quirks.
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I've lurked in there for quite a while... I ordered a S7 when it first hit but cancelled it before I ever got it due to locked bootloader....
I told myself regardless of locked bootloader I want the N7 so I'm making the jump...
The thing I like the least is that I can't find a tempered glass screen protector for my s7 edge so I am disappointed that a non edge version isn't being released.
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The thing I like the least is that I can't find a tempered glass screen protector for my s7 edge so I am disappointed that a non edge version isn't being released.
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http://www.zagg.com/us/en_us/shop-by-device/galaxy-s7-accessories
Honestly though I don't think the work very well. My cousin has the s6 edge, and with the tempered glass and a case (uag I believe) on it caused all sorts of touch recognition issues. Could be dependent on case and all that, but still seems like a lot of trouble.
Anybody see that the Chinese version might have 6gb of memory, and 128gb of storage. http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note7_to_have_a_6gb_128gb_version_after_all-news-19786.php
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I wasn't really very impressed with what I saw online, but when I went to Best Buy to check it out I was sold. You really have to see it in person to appreciate it. The curved edge display is much less intrusive than previous edge models, I felt like I could hold onto it without worrying about dropping it (since I won't be using a case). It didn't feel laggy at all. The phone feels nice in my hand. I liked the silver a lot, but even just the reflection of the store lights was very distracting. The S-pen worked really well. I know a lot of people don't really use the S-pen but I use it all the time on my Note 4. I like the new S-pen features, the magnify and the translate. I'm glad they brought back the SD card, that's the reason I didn't buy the Note 5. I like the IP68 rating, that's a feature I really liked on my S5.
I don't like the absence of a removable battery, or that the phone is only available with the edge display. I'll never use the iris scanner so I feel like that's wasted space and resources. Would be nice if they kept the IR blaster, but honestly I've never used it on my Note 4. Black is pretty plain looking from the back, looks like cheap plastic to me, so we've got the fragile nature of "premium materials" with the look of cheap plastic.
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I wasn't really very impressed with what I saw online, but when I went to Best Buy to check it out I was sold. You really have to see it in person to appreciate it. The curved edge display is much less intrusive than previous edge models, I felt like I could hold onto it without worrying about dropping it (since I won't be using a case). It didn't feel laggy at all. The phone feels nice in my hand. I liked the silver a lot, but even just the reflection of the store lights was very distracting. The S-pen worked really well. I know a lot of people don't really use the S-pen but I use it all the time on my Note 4. I like the new S-pen features, the magnify and the translate. I'm glad they brought back the SD card, that's the reason I didn't buy the Note 5. I like the IP68 rating, that's a feature I really liked on my S5.
I don't like the absence of a removable battery, or that the phone is only available with the edge display. I'll never use the iris scanner so I feel like that's wasted space and resources. Would be nice if they kept the IR blaster, but honestly I've never used it on my Note 4. Black is pretty plain looking from the back, looks like cheap plastic to me, so we've got the fragile nature of "premium materials" with the look of cheap plastic.
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What phone are you coming from? I'm trying to decide if I want to trade up from my S7 Edge.
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What phone are you coming from? I'm trying to decide if I want to trade up from my S7 Edge.
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I'm on a Note 4. The Note 7 and S7 are pretty durn similar, you won't be gaining much besides a little screen real estate, water resistance, and the S-pen.
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I'm on a Note 4. The Note 7 and S7 are pretty durn similar, you won't be gaining much besides a little screen real estate, water resistance, and the S-pen.
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Yours is a much better upgrade. The only reason I'm thinking of doing it is because I haven't used my Jump On Demand yet.
alhadee12 said:
Yours is a much better upgrade. The only reason I'm thinking of doing it is because I haven't used my Jump On Demand yet.
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I have a s7 edge and I'm seriously considering it. Biggest reason is, and it may sound stupid, is because for 1 I want a different color than my silver. And for the bigger reason I think it has a wider side rail which should be easier to hold and reduce the accidental touches. And lastly because I can .
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I have a s7 edge and I'm seriously considering it. Biggest reason is, and it may sound stupid, is because for 1 I want a different color than my silver. And for the bigger reason I think it has a wider side rail which should be easier to hold and reduce the accidental touches. And lastly because I can .
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I like the last point. Lol. I'm going to way my decision over the next couple days and decide then.
Well i just pulled the trigger.
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I am disappointed that there is no mhl support. Keyboard, mouse and external monitor and we could have decent computer for basic tasks.
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Cant wait for this. Trading in my V10, and going back to Sammy. Almost a year since i traded in my Note 4, and ive missed it since.
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Cant wait for this. Trading in my V10, and going back to Sammy. Almost a year since i traded in my Note 4, and ive missed it since.
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Same thing here. Jumped from the V10.
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Same thing here. Jumped from the V10.
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I knew i wasnt the only one.
Me too. Jumped off the note 3 too the v10. Now going back for the note 7.
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I pulled the trigger today and pre-ordered the Coral Blue.
What I like is that Note 7 finallly featurs water resistant and curved screen, which makes the phone more pratical and beautiful. What I dislike is that it doesn't have a bigger battery than S7 as Note 7 get bigger screen. What I care is the Note 7 whether supports Quick Charge 3.0?
So I will be switching to T-Mobile here very shortly. I was really eyeing up the OnePlus 3T, but noticed I could get an S7 or even some S7 Edges for around the same price on Swappa. I'm really not a fan of the bloat on the Samsung's, but for around the same price with better camera and waterproofing, I'm really torn between the two. Thoughts?
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So I will be switching to T-Mobile here very shortly. I was really eyeing up the OnePlus 3T, but noticed I could get an S7 or even some S7 Edges for around the same price on Swappa. I'm really not a fan of the bloat on the Samsung's, but for around the same price with better camera and waterproofing, I'm really torn between the two. Thoughts?
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S7 Edge if you prefer screen and camera.....if software is only your preference..then Oneplus 3T....
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S7 Edge if you prefer screen and camera.....if software is only your preference..then Oneplus 3T....
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I ended up just snagging an S7 Edge on Swappa for a real good price. I like the OP3(T)'s software comminity, but currently having a Droid Turbo (basically no root) I got out of the habit of flashing all the time. I'll take the better camera, waterproofing, and micro USB over USB C dash charging and the dev community. Shame on me, I know haha
I am in the same boat, in a way
I owned an OP3 and got an S7 Edge from a contract upgrade and was curious to see how both compare for me.
The 64GB of the OP3 were a tad to small for me, the S7 Edge with its expandable storage offers a viable solution here. Its a bit tedious to setup, though, as MM is a bit restrictive when it comes to handling the memory card. The internal memory "feels" more natural in usage.
One feature I thought I miss very much when originally switching to the OP3 is wireless charging. In fact, now again with a wireless charging phone - well, its nice but not crucial. I have become accustomed to cable charging, Dash and USB-C helping in making it actually pretty convenient..
Camera in S7 is claimed to be "much better" than OP3. In real life there is a small benefit in really low light and shots from the S7 have a crisp look to it, also the S7 camera is faster to focus. But actually I do not like the way the S7 shoots as much of the crispness is IMHO just heavy over-sharpening, leading to many non-natural photo results. For me the OP3 camera gives more pleasing images.
Finally - Software. With S7 (Exynos version) I am stuck with Samsung firmware and derivatives from it. The XDA developers are doing a great job in tuning that software but all in all I miss the variability and lightweight OSes available on OP3. To me the S7 OS still feels bloaty (even after debloat) and sometimes strange wakelocks pop up, leading to irregular battery life - something I just did not have on OP3.
So for me I decided to go back to OP with the OP3T - bigger battery, nice camera, sapphire lens cover and more open OS play a core role for me.
Sorry for the a tad lengthy discourse, of course YMMV ,
Axel
s3axel said:
I am in the same boat, in a way
I owned an OP3 and got an S7 Edge from a contract upgrade and was curious to see how both compare for me.
The 64GB of the OP3 were a tad to small for me, the S7 Edge with its expandable storage offers a viable solution here. Its a bit tedious to setup, though, as MM is a bit restrictive when it comes to handling the memory card. The internal memory "feels" more natural in usage.
One feature I thought I miss very much when originally switching to the OP3 is wireless charging. In fact, now again with a wireless charging phone - well, its nice but not crucial. I have become accustomed to cable charging, Dash and USB-C helping in making it actually pretty convenient..
Camera in S7 is claimed to be "much better" than OP3. In real life there is a small benefit in really low light and shots from the S7 have a crisp look to it, also the S7 camera is faster to focus. But actually I do not like the way the S7 shoots as much of the crispness is IMHO just heavy over-sharpening, leading to many non-natural photo results. For me the OP3 camera gives more pleasing images.
Finally - Software. With S7 (Exynos version) I am stuck with Samsung firmware and derivatives from it. The XDA developers are doing a great job in tuning that software but all in all I miss the variability and lightweight OSes available on OP3. To me the S7 OS still feels bloaty (even after debloat) and sometimes strange wakelocks pop up, leading to irregular battery life - something I just did not have on OP3.
So for me I decided to go back to OP with the OP3T - bigger battery, nice camera, sapphire lens cover and more open OS play a core role for me.
Sorry for the a tad lengthy discourse, of course YMMV ,
Axel
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Yeah I do like the micro SD slot as well, although it's not a deal-breaker. Never really used wireless charging as I always put a good case on my phone, and it's usually just a tad too thick to make the connection; so cable charging isn't any issue. I realize USB C will eventually become more widespread, but with me already having Qualcomm 2.0 chargers and a power bank, the change wouldn't be as smooth.
I travel for work and take a lot of pictures, so I am really looking forward to the low-light performance, but I agree Samsung's phone do oversaturate their photos somewhat.
I live in the US so I'm stuck with the Snapdragon processor
Thought the OP3T battery is only 3400, and S7 edge 3600
s3axel said:
I am in the same boat, in a way
I owned an OP3 and got an S7 Edge from a contract upgrade and was curious to see how both compare for me.
The 64GB of the OP3 were a tad to small for me, the S7 Edge with its expandable storage offers a viable solution here. Its a bit tedious to setup, though, as MM is a bit restrictive when it comes to handling the memory card. The internal memory "feels" more natural in usage.
One feature I thought I miss very much when originally switching to the OP3 is wireless charging. In fact, now again with a wireless charging phone - well, its nice but not crucial. I have become accustomed to cable charging, Dash and USB-C helping in making it actually pretty convenient..
Camera in S7 is claimed to be "much better" than OP3. In real life there is a small benefit in really low light and shots from the S7 have a crisp look to it, also the S7 camera is faster to focus. But actually I do not like the way the S7 shoots as much of the crispness is IMHO just heavy over-sharpening, leading to many non-natural photo results. For me the OP3 camera gives more pleasing images.
Finally - Software. With S7 (Exynos version) I am stuck with Samsung firmware and derivatives from it. The XDA developers are doing a great job in tuning that software but all in all I miss the variability and lightweight OSes available on OP3. To me the S7 OS still feels bloaty (even after debloat) and sometimes strange wakelocks pop up, leading to irregular battery life - something I just did not have on OP3.
So for me I decided to go back to OP with the OP3T - bigger battery, nice camera, sapphire lens cover and more open OS play a core role for me.
Sorry for the a tad lengthy discourse, of course YMMV ,
Axel
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What about the display? Did you notice alot of difference between the display of the op3 and the display of the s7 in terms of sharpness?
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What about the display? Did you notice alot of difference between the display of the op3 and the display of the s7 in terms of sharpness?
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Nope
For sure the S7 display is very nice and also much higher resolution (530 vs 440 PPI, IIRC). This leads to more information that can be stuffed onto the screen, but actually for my aging eyes this results sometimes in worse readability
All in all the screen is no reason for me to stay on the S7.
Cheers, Axel
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What about the display? Did you notice alot of difference between the display of the op3 and the display of the s7 in terms of sharpness?
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S7 Edge screen is way better than OP3..I have both