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Post your battery stats and screen on time here.
This is from first day of use and from the first full charge. I was using it heavily and running around 10 apps in the background, Bluetooth GPS on, all data from lte and no WiFi.
You really brought that Note 4 battery to its knees.
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This is from first day of use and from the first full charge. I was using it heavily and running around 10 apps in the background, Bluetooth GPS on, all data from lte and no WiFi.
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Brightness level?
Here are mine. 29% left
Please, everyone who is about to report their stats, let us know which model do you have (Exynos or SD) and also don't forget to report your brightness settings!
ShadowFlare said:
You really brought that Note 4 battery to its knees.
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Well, it's was more like my Note 4 brought it to its knees! It is really a power house and given that the battery lasted that long on the first charge with heavy use, I'm quite pleased with the result.
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Brightness level?
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Brightness was auto.
DelBoy said:
Here are mine. 29% left
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Exynos version, brightness were auto
While I'm not impressed with these battery levels, I must say the UI looks really nice and clean! :good:
EP2008 said:
While I'm not impressed with these battery levels, I must say the UI looks really nice and clean! :good:
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It looks, but white is not really battery friendly and everything is white.
I am looking to get 2 battery + external charger. Who would I get it from?
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It looks, but white is not really battery friendly and everything is white.
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Yeah, I keep most of my apps running with a BLACK background. I wonder if Sammy could make a hybrid ultra power save mode that puts everything in black and white but allows all apps to be run, rather than the basics.
chong67 said:
I am looking to get 2 battery + external charger. Who would I get it from?
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Wait until companies like Anker produce 3rd party batteries or wait until Samsung has them up in their store and use a 50% off code.
Battery time looks rather disappointing at the moment. Even the iPhone 6+ has almost double battery life from the screenshots posted here =(
Then go buy an iPhone
I'm worried that this may be another step backwards in battery life. Was annoyed a bit by my Note 3 doing worse than my 2 already...not sure I can stomach it going down more, 9991343212312.2323 pixels more than before and all...curious to see more results!
Keep in mind the Snapdragon version usually gets better battery life than the Exynos one in the OP.
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Keep in mind the Snapdragon version usually gets better battery life than the Exynos one in the OP.
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Source ?
Not sure that SD805 can get better battery since the Exynos are on the new 20nm fab.
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Source ?
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I know this is the s4, but its been the same for the note 3 as well.
From the Android Central forums:
Settings. . Mobile networks. . mobile data .. enhanced 4g
Since turning off wifi also stops the drain, I might speculate the bug is actually in the voice processing for wider bandwidth and turning off wifi or enhanced 4g shuts down that section of voice processing, which is keeping the radio alive when it should not.
Thanks for that. I'll try this..
Does enhanced 4g mean LTE? What does turning it off do (besides save battery life supposedly)?
demonwind said:
Does enhanced 4g mean LTE? What does turning it off do (besides save battery life supposedly)?
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Thats HD Voice (AT&T's version of VoLTE). Turning it off disables the Voice over LTE feature.
Does anyone have proof that this is related to cell standby? I am skeptical that this is the smoking gun for battery drain. I have noticed a substantial drain even compared to my old Moto X (2014) and that is saying a lot since that phone's battery wasn't great. I am trying to see where we can make stride to determine the reasons for it. I have different results in my details. Sometimes android system is the culprit.
I turned off Enhanced 4g last night and cell stand by isn't even on my battery usage list today. It was the top one last night before disabling.
How's the overall life now? I just shut it down myself.
Anyone do this and leave WiFi on and still have good battery. Seems to me that no matter what I do WiFi still causes the battery to drain far faster than it should.
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Anyone do this and leave WiFi on and still have good battery. Seems to me that no matter what I do WiFi still causes the battery to drain far faster than it should.
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I keep everything on except enhanced 4g and get between 5 and 6 hours of screen on time.
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Anyone do this and leave WiFi on and still have good battery. Seems to me that no matter what I do WiFi still causes the battery to drain far faster than it should.
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I switched off enhanced LTE but if I leave the wifi on I see a battery drain. With wifi off I get a stable battery. My Edge (AT&T) is on Android 5.0.2.
I remember first T-mobile users mentioning battery was ok until 5.0.1 which was later updated to 5.0.2 and the trouble started.
If we could just figure out how to get rid of Google Play services
Im gonna try this too. I keep wifi on. Time to charge up to 100% and see how quick it goes down
So today I decided to keep wifi on and wow. Battery life not as good. Not having horrible drain, but it is most certainly effecting my battery life. So tomorrow I will go all day without wifi and see how it fairs. But I'm thinking that unless I know I'm gonna be at home a lot where I can easily charge, then wifi will remain off indefinitely. Good thing I have 30gb mobile share data
If you root and can't deep sleep restore your devices stock recovery
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If you root and can't deep sleep restore your devices stock recovery
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theres no root for the att variant
Oh sorry
jaltman said:
From the Android Central forums:
Settings. . Mobile networks. . mobile data .. enhanced 4g
Since turning off wifi also stops the drain, I might speculate the bug is actually in the voice processing for wider bandwidth and turning off wifi or enhanced 4g shuts down that section of voice processing, which is keeping the radio alive when it should not.
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Lol that was my post on Android Central. Its like that because I typed it one handed while at a stop light.
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Lol that was my post on Android Central. Its like that because I typed it one handed while at a stop light.
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That's why I gave attribution that I was taking it from elsewhere. you just never know when someone will come along and say 'I wrote that.'
Thanks for finding it and sharing.
Ill give it a try and report back. Does anyone use the "Battery Saving" feature all the time?
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Ill give it a try and report back. Does anyone use the "Battery Saving" feature all the time?
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I'm about to try leaving it on all day. Anything that it turns off I don't really need so might as well. And let's be honest, who needs all the power this phone has all the time. I'd say 95% of the time I don't need anywhere near the processing that this beast is capable of.
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Ok so now we have seen that there is a N910T3 out in the wild which comes with 5.1.1 out of the box.
Does anyone know the differences? Has anyone taken the time to compare anything?
I have heard that the GPS chip is different? Does anyone know if the GPS is the same or not?
Lastly, who ever has had both models do they notice any differences? Notice any bugs or issues with the T3?
I am currently dealing with some issues with the T3. Some people have told me they have experienced tons of issues and some have reported zero issues.
I'm trying weigh out my options. I am considering going back to a N910T but I would like to make an informed decision before doing that.
Thanks in advance for all of your help.
One thing i did notice is that the T3 doesn't have that gap on the sides of the screen like the original model does.
I'm assuming that the T3 model is gonna be the one that gets the future updates though.
One problem I do have is that when an app crashes (and this happened when i wasnt rooted) is that an app would crash, and I would get a series of Haptic feedback on max vibration intensity like vibrations. It would vibrate once, pause and then vibrate 3 times really hard and I don't know why it does that.
DeeXii said:
I have heard that the GPS chip is different?
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Where did you hear that?
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One thing i did notice is that the T3 doesn't have that gap on the sides of the screen like the original model does.
I'm assuming that the T3 model is gonna be the one that gets the future updates though.
One problem I do have is that when an app crashes (and this happened when i wasnt rooted) is that an app would crash, and I would get a series of Haptic feedback on max vibration intensity like vibrations. It would vibrate once, pause and then vibrate 3 times really hard and I don't know why it does that.
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That's software
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That's software
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The 1st part isn't.
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I got an exynos version (I think) and I am only able to get maximun 4 hours SOT. Lately it seems to have gotten even worse. I know this has already been discussed, but there seems No solution. Anyone been able to fix their battery life without compromising the phones cababilities?
This is my current battery stats
Maybe use more wifi and disable the bloatware. Here's my package disabler pro list
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I got an exynos version (I think) and I am only able to get maximun 4 hours SOT. Lately it seems to have gotten even worse. I know this has already been discussed, but there seems No solution. Anyone been able to fix their battery life without compromising the phones cababilities?
This is my current battery stats
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People will always on display, stop being surprised at bad battery life. Hate that thing. It's a good idea, but the drain is a joke
Langley24 said:
I got an exynos version (I think) and I am only able to get maximun 4 hours SOT. Lately it seems to have gotten even worse. I know this has already been discussed, but there seems No solution. Anyone been able to fix their battery life without compromising the phones cababilities?
This is my current battery stats
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Turn off always on display and developer options (except when you need it). Clear the cache through recovery once or twice a week.
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I have always on display enabled and it doesn't really drain that much. I can still easily get 6h SOT or 2 days of moderate use. I would go through your apps to see there isn't one that could be dodgey, draining in the background but hiding under system usage.
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Turn off always on display and developer options (except when you need it). Clear the cache through recovery once or twice a week.
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Developer Options? That's a new one for me.
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Developer Options? That's a new one for me.
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Yup, that affects your battery life, too.
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K-alz said:
Yup, that affects your battery life, too.
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Thanks. Wasn't aware of that.
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Limeybastard said:
Thanks. Wasn't aware of that.
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No problem.
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I'LL be getting my snapdragon midnight black today . Been reading here for a few weeks. Been sticking my nose round the s9 area of the forum but I will sure report back after a couple of days.
Using the s9, for gaming and social media, browsing and crap and get a tad over 4 hrs. Lets see with my habits if I can get 5 or 6 with the N9.
lawtq said:
People will always on display, stop being surprised at bad battery life. Hate that thing. It's a good idea, but the drain is a joke
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Lowered the brightness on my AOD and drain was reduced
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Yup, that affects your battery life, too.
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How does unhiding the developer menu reduce battery life?
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How does unhiding the developer menu reduce battery life?
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Yes, I would very much be interested to learn this as well. I've never observed any issues with battery leaving it exposed.
sefrcoko said:
How does unhiding the developer menu reduce battery life?
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Developer options has extra processes and features that get activated when enabled. That's more processes in the background, hence why it's called developer options. Its meant only for "developers" for testing and extra features.
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I have AOD at maximum brightness 24/7 and still get more than 6 hours of SOT so I dont think it is a huge battery drain
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I'LL be getting my snapdragon midnight black today . Been reading here for a few weeks. Been sticking my nose round the s9 area of the forum but I will sure report back after a couple of days.
Using the s9, for gaming and social media, browsing and crap and get a tad over 4 hrs. Lets see with my habits if I can get 5 or 6 with the N9.
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I have been on all the Google phones for the last 5 years. I have a black note 9 coming today. I decided to just switch it up. I'm def excited! Going to remove all the bloat tho
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I have been on all the Google phones for the last 5 years. I have a black note 9 coming today. I decided to just switch it up. I'm def excited! Going to remove all the bloat tho
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Got mine Mon afternoon. Been using since. So far still learning battery habits it says but battery life seems great. Will post my results in a few hrs. Got a bit of juice left. 24%.
ssgunner20 said:
Got mine Mon afternoon. Been using since. So far still learning battery habits it says but battery life seems great. Will post my results in a few hrs. Got a bit of juice left. 24%.
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Nice! The black looks awesome. I got the 6gb I don't play games. Got from Samsung and trading in my 2xl. Will be weird with having no root. I like flashing kernels and scripts here and there so that kinda sucks.
Did you get the 6 or 8 ram?
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Developer options has extra processes and features that get activated when enabled. That's more processes in the background, hence why it's called developer options. Its meant only for "developers" for testing and extra features.
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Never seen that mentioned anywhere here in 6 years on XDA...interesting, thanks! In my mind it's a hidden options menu, and we're not activating new options simply by unhiding it. Would be curious to know which specific processes are being activated and what type of impact they actually have on battery life... My bet is that it's very negligible.
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Nice! The black looks awesome. I got the 6gb I don't play games. Got from Samsung and trading in my 2xl. Will be weird with having no root. I like flashing kernels and scripts here and there so that kinda sucks.
Did you get the 6 or 8 ram?
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I got the 6. I think the 8 is overkill for me. It's great for peice of mind but with much last galaxies that were 4 and 64gb of storage I always had about 30gb of storage left.
Also, I think I saw somewhere on this forum that the 6 and 8 version offer almost no noticeable difference as far as speeds. So far I'm loving the 6. For sure signal reception is alot better. I'm coming from the s9, prior to that the S8+ and reception and signal at work was garbage. I have alpt more bars now on the N9 and have verified speeds with speed test app.
I do game a bit pubg for the most part. I will need to try Fortnite on here but I am using one of there free themes (red one) along with good lock and it's a perfect fit.
I have never rooted my phones, but I am surprised really is there no root yet for the N9? I need to spend hours to see all the content on this section for the N9.
We know how much you like to stream, ahem, "videos", and so cellular data is mega-important. Rate this thread to express how you think the Nubia Red Magic 3's LTE performs. A higher rating indicates that it's fantastic: throughput is excellent and signal strength is top-notch.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add.
I cannot get LTE Carrier Aggregation to work when I know the processor and modem can definitely handle it. Is it something Nubia has intentionally disabled? I have heard of other Chinese OEMs like Xiaomi and Lenovo doing the same thing. I don't know if its to save on licensing costs or another reason.
Thanks
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Thanks
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Does anyone have the
ZTE Nubia Red Magic 3S Premium Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB NX629J and running on Tmobile?
Appreciate any feedback.
How is the cellular reception strength, 2G/3G, 4G? How is the call quality? Is VoLTE working in India?
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How is the cellular reception strength, 2G/3G, 4G? How is the call quality? Is VoLTE working in India?
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Yes its working
And how is 2G/3G/gsm signal?
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Does anyone have the
ZTE Nubia Red Magic 3S Premium Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB NX629J and running on Tmobile?
Appreciate any feedback.
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Yes just got it yesterday, working fine for me, just no VoWIFI.
Pointmanipo said:
Yes just got it yesterday, working fine for me, just no VoWIFI.
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Did you have the rog2 also? I have both....rm3s is awesome.
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Did you have the rog2 also? I have both....rm3s is awesome.
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Yes it is, had the rog2, returned it because of the lack of Volte and Vowifi but main reason was my seller messed up phone so was unable to update it and was unable to switch fingerprint either. Ended up sending it back and got refund.
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Did you have the rog2 also? I have both....rm3s is awesome.
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Does lack of VoWifi on the rm3s bother you or have you already figured out how to enable?
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Yes it is, had the rog2, returned it because of the lack of Volte and Vowifi but main reason was my seller messed up phone so was unable to update it and was unable to switch fingerprint either. Ended up sending it back and got refund.
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Does lack of VoWifi on the rm3s bother you or have you already figured out how to enable?
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I would prefer vowifi too, but I'm quite happy having volte. Asus f'd up not including it. Idiots. I will be looking into vowifi...no promises though. Someone on tg is complaining about the display on the rms3, which I find odd. Mines great.
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I would prefer vowifi too, but I'm quite happy having volte. Asus f'd up not including it. Idiots. I will be looking into vowifi...no promises though. Someone on tg is complaining about the display on the rms3, which I find odd. Mines great.
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Definitely understand, no issue with display either. The screen protector it comes with is a little bit cheap. Going to buy Front and back protectors from Mobile Outfitters. They make great products especially for hard to find phones.
I immediately ripped of the screen protector. I never use them. I rooted, and used substratum to theme too.
suzook said:
I immediately ripped of the screen protector. I never use them. I rooted, and used substratum to theme too.
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NICE!
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NICE!
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I feel like the the rm3s takes better pics than rog2 also. Same sensor, but rm must be processing them better.
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I feel like the the rm3s takes better pics than rog2 also. Same sensor, but rm must be processing them better.
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Tell me what are you using to protect the phone?
Pointmanipo said:
Tell me what are you using to protect the phone?
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Nothing on screen, and a skin on back. I hate cases.
suzook said:
Nothing on screen, and a skin on back. I hate cases.
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Oh ok me too! I usually have full body protector all around.
Pointmanipo said:
Oh ok me too! I usually have full body protector all around.
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IDK why all the hate for this phone. Super stock FW, runs fast, great screen, speakers, VOLTE. Only issue is camera, but atleast its better than rog2 cam
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IDK why all the hate for this phone. Super stock FW, runs fast, great screen, speakers, VOLTE. Only issue is camera, but atleast its better than rog2 cam
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EXACTLY! Thank you for recommending it!