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Anyone holding out hope for the 128gb version?

Even though the 128gb isn't confirmed I feel like it would be jumping the gun so to speak if I ordered the 64gb this early.
I have a 64gb card that's almost full and my internal 32gb at 18gb, it would be nice to get all that stuff on the 5 without having to pick and choose to what to put on.
Thoughts?

Who in their right mind going to hold out when something isn't even available?
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I have a hard time believing Samsung would build 128gb S6s but not a 128gb Note 5.

It does exist, it was listed in the website, and it had its own product code. They just don't want to release it now for some reason. I'm getting a 64gb now and will probably use my remaining Jump upgrade to get a silver 128gb if it becomes available later.

Silver 128gb....drool

2strokenut said:
Even though the 128gb isn't confirmed I feel like it would be jumping the gun so to speak if I ordered the 64gb this early.
I have a 64gb card that's almost full and my internal 32gb at 18gb, it would be nice to get all that stuff on the 5 without having to pick and choose to what to put on.
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I am holding out for the 128gb. I really think it will come. If not, I am probably the only Samsung fan who is willing to forgive them this time as long as they correct it next year. I have Samsung TVs, phones, and tablets. They have all been amazing and I am not going to let this 1 mistake make me jump ship.
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I am holding out for the 128gb. I really think it will come. If not, I am probably the only Samsung fan who is willing to forgive them this time as long as they correct it next year. I have Samsung TVs, phones, and tablets. They have all been amazing and I am not going to let this 1 mistake make me jump ship.
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Yeah I think I would forgive them. I'm going through my 96gb of stuff to see whats junk and whats not, maybe I could use 64gb total.
My note 3 has been an absolute workhorse with not a single issue except a little burn in on the status bar. I'm super pumped for a stellar camera in the Note 5.

2strokenut said:
Yeah I think I would forgive them. I'm going through my 96gb of stuff to see whats junk and whats not, maybe I could use 64gb total.
My note 3 has been an absolute workhorse with not a single issue except a little burn in on the status bar. I'm super pumped for a stellar camera in the Note 5.
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Yea. I usually download movies which take up the most space obviously but move them to my external hard drive. To be honest this has made me start looking at cloud storage which is not at bad as I thought. $9.99 for 1 TB a month. Not too bad. I really think in 3 years or less no phone will offer a micro SD. However, the lack of a 128gb phone is unacceptable but forgivable...this time. I am also stoked for the gear s2. Looks promising. Just hoping it comes with Samsung pay.
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I doubt there will be one- at least not this year. Samsung is not going to see much business for a $1,000 device, but will for the 32GB and 64GB (which is high enough price). Apple gets away with it due to their ecosystem, but Android people can go to other devices and not lose their apps invested in, plus no iTunes or any other accessory purchased. Even if Samsung wanted to carriers would have to carry it which is even less likely. Soon the iPhone blitz will be hitting and carriers will focus resources on that. ironically rumors are floating of a 256GB model, but I would believe that when see it. Seems that will happen next year, or the next iPad release.

silverbladef said:
It does exist, it was listed in the website, and it had its own product code. They just don't want to release it now for some reason. I'm getting a 64gb now and will probably use my remaining Jump upgrade to get a silver 128gb if it becomes available later.
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that was clearly a mistake..if they wanted to make one they would have announced it..the s6 never had a 128gb option

Samsung has clarified that there will be NO 128gb for the Note 5 nor the G6 Edge Plus.
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Samsung strategy: Announce and release the Note 5 before iPhone 6s Announcement. Announce the 128gb Note5 / S6 edge+ on September 9th (same time as iPhone 6s announcement) Release September 14th (a week prior to iPhone 6s release date). I am waiting for the 128gb version but this is rather silly strategy to me. They did say there will be no 128GB so the early adopters would jump the gone on lower priced variations before selling the $900 128gb variation.

GodfatherSadri said:
Samsung strategy: Announce and release the Note 5 before iPhone 6s Announcement. Announce the 128gb Note5 / S6 edge+ on September 9th (same time as iPhone 6s announcement) Release September 14th (a week prior to iPhone 6s release date). I am waiting for the 128gb version but this is rather silly strategy to me. They did say there will be no 128GB so the early adopters would jump the gone on lower priced variations before selling the $900 128gb variation.
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I would be so pissed if they announced the 128gb in September. That would be so damn childish of them. If that actually happened I would never give Samsung a dime ever again. I've already crossed their tablets off and their smartphones are hanging by a thread for me.

silverbladef said:
I would be so pissed if they announced the 128gb in September. That would be so damn childish of them. If that actually happened I would never give Samsung a dime ever again. I've already crossed their tablets off and their smartphones are hanging by a thread for me.
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I hear you on on that. It just sucks that we as consumers can see how silly Samsung's approach is to potential buyers who really need that 128gb on board memory (non of that 100gb cloud storage for 2 years shenanigans)

Is the otg card reader not viable for any of you?
I personally got the 128gb s6 edge (original not the new plus) because I don't trust memory cards and the internal storage is faster. But since you all miss the memory card from the note 4 and note 3 why not get the otg.

GreeleyXda said:
Is the otg card reader not viable for any of you?
I personally got the 128gb s6 edge (original not the new plus) because I don't trust memory cards and the internal storage is faster. But since you all miss the memory card from the note 4 and note 3 why not get the otg.
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Is it possible to store games' data in the external storage and then connect it to the phone using an OTG cable? Or the Data must be stored in the internal storage?

Also waiting for the 128gb option. I'm passed off, why put the 128gb option on the SGS6 and not the Larger device with the S-Pen???? It's dumb. Samsung blew this, I didn't care about the lack of SD card because I assumed the Note 5 would have 128gb option. I guess don't assume anything. I bought the SGS6 with 128gb of internal storage, love the phone. Have it set up Stock with Nova Launcher and icon paks. Getting all day battery out of mine. Love it.

Why is it still in there site then? Since my other thread got closed smh here is screenshot

Note 9 India news, infos

So starting first thread of Note9
Guys please post latest info about availability of Note 9 Specifically in India
Currently in India only Pre-registration (Interest) started hopefully pre-book should start soon after lauching (9thAug18)
So got the device demo and checked following things
1.OEM Unlock available out of box on indian version
2.unfortunately infinity WP with animation while unlock is removed. Though I have checked sources on dump framework and it's partially removed so I still have hope for custom rom users
3.A/B seamless updates I don't found
4.treble support enabled
5.Dolby no much different from s9+ (I felt same like on my N8 ported rom)
6.Spen have option long press - open camera
While with single press some action according app opened
Camera - take picture
Gallery - next, double click previous
Same with music tracks
7.I couldn't confirm but according dealer, both SIM will work with LTE

Note 9 coming with Gear S3 for 4k extra ?
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I have a Note 8 and interested in what Samsung will offer to those wishing to upgrade. If the cost of the Note 9 works out to under 30k, after the buyback and cashbacks, I will surely be tempted to upgrade!

128 gb or 512 gb
What do you guys suggest......Is it worth spending 17k extra for 384 GB storage and 2 GB RAM.........
I am currently using S7 edge 128 GB version and have only 8-10 GB free on internal storage. If given an option, would want to keep max internal memory to avoid deleting any photos/videos from phone and get into hassles of managing it on memory card, but is paying extra 17k worth it. I am inclined towards going for 512 GB, Others ??

Unless you are rooted with TWRP, having extra space as internal storage is always pain. If anytime you need to factory reset on stock non rooted, you gonna lose everything, and we never know when device mess up and need to do factory reset. I prefer to have Ext SD to keep static data without bothering losing it (Though ext sd can corrupt but no nothing is forever lol !)
I won't pay extra for just storage. RAM I believe also enough with 128GB

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Unless you are rooted with TWRP, having extra space as internal storage is always pain. If anytime you need to factory reset on stock non rooted, you gonna lose everything, and we never know when device mess up and need to do factory reset. I prefer to have Ext SD to keep static data without bothering losing it (Though ext sd can corrupt but no nothing is forever lol !)
I won't pay extra for just storage. RAM I believe also enough with 128GB
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Rooting from day 1 or as and when root is available is obvious. And i had a lot of memory cards going kaput. Logically it doesn't make sense to pay 17k for storage, but emotionally inclined towards 512 GB

Preorder offers currently, are as as lame as S9/S9+ offers when first launched. Within a few weeks it'll be much more attractive for sure.

Virgo_Guy said:
Preorder offers currently, are as as lame as S9/S9+ offers when first launched. Within a few weeks it'll be much more attractive for sure.
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Can you please elaborate? Did S9 get more attractive offers later?

Touchmetallic said:
Can you please elaborate? Did S9 get more attractive offers later?
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S9 plus preorder offer was with 6k cashback(some credit cards/payTM) with no additional offer. Within weeks it became 9k cashback and later offered with one time screen replacement and 9k cashback.
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Till s8/s8+, the offers included cashback, goodies and screen replacement offers. B4 S6 it was with steep price cuts almost every month..... Samsung's strategy.

Virgo_Guy said:
S9 plus preorder offer was with 6k cashback(some credit cards/payTM) with no additional offer. Within weeks it became 9k cashback and later offered with one time screen replacement and 9k cashback.
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Till s8/s8+, the offers included cashback, goodies and screen replacement offers. B4 S6 it was with steep price cuts almost every month..... Samsung's strategy.
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For Note8 One time screen replacement was offered since day 1. I have booked N8 first day

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For Note8 One time screen replacement was offered since day 1. I have booked N8 first day
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Yup, for Note 8 it was. Unfortunately not with Note 9 now. It irks with such a massive screen.

I have pre booked midnight black 128gb
Probably will get on 19th

I currently have note 8. I'm thinking of pre booking midnight black note 9 (512 gb/8 gb). Can't decide if I should do it now (Samsung website) or wait for offline pre booking/availability through Samsung smartcafe.

Dpk1 said:
I currently have note 8. I'm thinking of pre booking midnight black note 9 (512 gb/8 gb). Can't decide if I should do it now (Samsung website) or wait for offline pre booking/availability through Samsung smartcafe.
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Already started offline, I have prebooked with shop only

Pre-booked ocean blue 128gb from Samsung website, just wondering if I'll be able to use it with 2017 gear vr. Anyone has any idea if it'll be possible?

I checked the upgrade option in the My Galaxy app and I am getting a quote of Rs 38550 for my Note 8. This includes the Rs 6000 exchange bonus. So the 128GB Note 9 will work out to 29350.
Now the big question -- is it worth it?
Also, is 38,550 a good price for a one year old Note 8 without any scratches or issues? Or will I get a better price if I sell it directly to some shop or on Cashify?

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I checked the upgrade option in the My Galaxy app and I am getting a quote of Rs 38550 for my Note 8. This includes the Rs 6000 exchange bonus. So the 128GB Note 9 will work out to 29350.
Now the big question -- is it worth it?
Also, is 38,550 a good price for a one year old Note 8 without any scratches or issues? Or will I get a better price if I sell it directly to some shop or on Cashify?
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Very much subjective. If we think, we are losing almost half amount for one year old device when we selling it but that's also true, we don't get more money than this. Here two things are important
1.If you look for budget, think your self what you are getting extra with 30K? If you convince yourself then go for it else leave.
2.No issue of budget and you are crazy, then go for it.

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Very much subjective. If we think, we are losing almost half amount for one year old device when we selling it but that's also true, we don't get more money than this. Here two things are important
1.If you look for budget, think your self what you are getting extra with 30K? If you convince yourself then go for it else leave.
2.No issue of budget and you are crazy, then go for it.
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On top of this hdfc credit card cash back offer eligible ?
Wish option was there to buy gear s3 Frontier...

Hello guys, I'm planning to buy note 9 in exchange of my 4 months old S9 plus 128 GB version. My galaxy app is showing me an exchange price of 47,750. Should I go for it? It Will be my first note device bdw ?
Though it has same 9810 exynos processor as s9+ can I expect something different? Would've loved SD 845 instead.

Are we getting gear s3 or gear sport for 4999? Yesterday it was s3 but today it is showing gear sport. Am I missing something?
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How fast is the 512gb version vs 128gb

Hey guys quick question. Can you post some benchmarks of the 512gb version and the 128gb version? I curious if there is any performance gain with the 2 extra go of memory. There isn’t anything like that on YouTube. I appreciate it.

Both phones will be fast as hell. The extra 2 gig ram means that you can essentially have more apps open at the same time and I have noticed a slightly zippier performance compared to my 6gb s9 plus

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Both phones will be fast as hell. The extra 2 gig ram means that you can essentially have more apps open at the same time and I have noticed a slightly zippier performance compared to my 6gb s9 plus
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Thanks for replying Mikey. Both of those phones the S9+ and Note 9 have the same cpu, correct?

Correct. You would hard tell the difference. The s9 can be found as an A Grade refurb online for less than £500 here in the UK if you hunt about. That's over half the price of the N9 for essentially the same real world performance...

mikey_sk said:
Correct. You would hard tell the difference. The s9 can be found as an A Grade refurb online for less than £500 here in the UK if you hunt about. That's over half the price of the N9 for essentially the same real world performance...
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That was one of Zeedomax's arguments from his YouTube channel High on Android. He was basically saying the SD845 has been out since the S9 introduction and technically Samsung shouldn't be selling the note9 as much as it is, since the chips are now 6 plus months old and cheaper to buy.
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mikey_sk said:
Correct. You would hard tell the difference. The s9 can be found as an A Grade refurb online for less than £500 here in the UK if you hunt about. That's over half the price of the N9 for essentially the same real world performance...
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Well there's no s-pen, which is why you buy a Note, so... Not the same performance to me. I get what you're trying to say, but I cannot comprehend why anyone would go for the Note9 without wanting a stylus.
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That was one of Zeedomax's arguments from his YouTube channel High on Android. He was basically saying the SD845 has been out since the S9 introduction and technically Samsung shouldn't be selling the note9 as much as it is, since the chips are now 6 plus months old and cheaper to buy.
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It's $159 over S9+ for: double storage, larger battery, stylus with Bluetooth, a screen capable of understanding 4096 pressure sensitivity levels, and a slightly better, brighter screen at that. How is that $159 jump not justified? I don't get it. That's a ton of extra stuff. Just because people don't use the stylus and special screen, doesn't mean they aren't costs. And larger battery and double storage alone is "worth that" for many.

yes even the 6GB Note 9 version is faster than the 6GB S9 plus version.

Picking up my 128 today from Best Buy. Seems like almost everyone is buying the 512 even if it’s not needed. I don’t really think there’s a huge difference between 6 or 8gb of ram for daily usage.

dooku77 said:
Picking up my 128 today from Best Buy. Seems like almost everyone is buying the 512 even if it’s not needed. I don’t really think there’s a huge difference between 6 or 8gb of ram for daily usage.
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Essentially no there is not a major real world difference. However there are probably power users on here where the extra ram and the 512 would be useful

dooku77 said:
Picking up my 128 today from Best Buy. Seems like almost everyone is buying the 512 even if it’s not needed. I don’t really think there’s a huge difference between 6 or 8gb of ram for daily usage.
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One word Merica. The place where bigger numbers equals more sales. Example Mercedes Benz, 500sel , yet here it was one labeled a 550 sel or something . Perception of the market.
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was the phone worth the price?

I just got it through verizon. I could of bought it from ebay new for 800 something but paying 40 something a month for 24 months is just better for me at the time being even though its like 200 more. I absolutely love it! it really is a perfect phone at this point of time. I only got the 128 gb version. does the verizon version have roms and stuff? would you?

got the blue 128GB version from ATT
not a single regret will use for at least 4 years +
not looking to custom rom or even root it not even dev mode is enabled
I'm sick and tired of that stuff tbh ^^^ it just all werks now

Got a Black 128 N960FD, bought it outright.
It's certainly worth the money if you ask me, imo best android phone of 2018.
Would love to have the option to install a custom ROM, obviously it's possible on the N960FD but Samsung illegally voids the warranty if you do, so won't be happening for a while.

Yes, it's worth the money. True flagship not a crippled one.
Display is probably the best in the market with curved QHD+
Stereo speakers. OS liking is subjective but I like how Samsung has improved over the years from S3(my first flagship phone) with no lags.
Only downside coming to N9 from OnePlus is the charging time. It takes more than an hour to charge completely.

I got it for 700$ so I'm happy

56k INR and am not complaining

I got my blue 512GB for £949 direct from Samsung because of the mess around got £150 off which for me was brilliant. I only pay about £35 a month for it for 24months on the upgrade programme which definitely works out great no interest and then only have an £8 sim only deal. When I get round to trying to sell my oneplus 5 and put that towards the phone it should drop to about 25 a month aswell. I do feel it's a great phone. I've never really tried Samsung before. Charging is a pain plus I'm using wireless charge when ever I do and there have been 2 or 3 times already when I haven't placed it on my wireless dock properly so it's not charged. And I dont think battery life is what its cracked up to be tbh. But overall it's a very nice phone.

I love this device, BUT, if I hadn't of got 20% off the price, there is NO WAY I would of paid the full price. In my opinion, it is definitely not worth the stupid amount of money they are charging.

It's worth every penny! You just don't get such a complete package anywhere else. Pretty much no compromises. It felt like a decent upgrade from the Note8 which was excellent too. It's very significant, even though it's only an incremental upgrade! This phone just has everything I ask for in a smartphone. Signed my new work contract with the S Pen! How cool is that?!
I have the 128GB variant but I also have my 128GB Samsung MicroSD Card from my Note8, so I can't complain about storage!
Pre-Ordered it with EE for £68 / month with 60GB of Data and unlimited everything. Got Apple music for 6 months with it to replace my £10/month of Spotify or Google Play, so It's like £58 for the first 6 months.
Also, I found Apple Music better than both!

I paid about $600 (net cost after selling my Note8 on Swappa), and got a free AKG NC BT headset, free Dex station, free wireless Duo charger, and a free Note9 adapter for my previous Note8 GearVR. I'm happy with that combination. No complaints about the phone.

I've had this thing for two days now and yes, it is the only $1000 phone that actually justifies its price. Design, features, battery, spen, beautiful screen and stellar performance. Tried the iPhone Xs max for a couple of days and got bored with it the first 15 minutes. This phone is amazing. Not regretting any penny spent on it. Got it through tmobile for zero $ down at $850. Not bad. Gonna keep it for a while.
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I paid about $600 (net cost after selling my Note8 on Swappa), and got a free AKG NC BT headset, free Dex station, free wireless Duo charger, and a free Note9 adapter for my previous Note8 GearVR. I'm happy with that combination. No complaints about the phone.
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Blimey, that sounds awesome. I wish our carriers would offer that many bundles here in the UK.

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got the blue 128GB version from ATT
not a single regret will use for at least 4 years +
not looking to custom rom or even root it not even dev mode is enabled
I'm sick and tired of that stuff tbh ^^^ it just all werks now
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I've got to admit I'm not bothered about modding it in any way. Touchwiz used to be so bad on older phones but now I think it's a dream

Worth the money? Heck yes.
I traded in my S9 with TMO jump, 0 down. Never owned a real flagship phone like the Note 9. Hands down best performance, speed, battery life I've ever had on any phone.
Once you go midnight black, you never go back!

Would you guys switch from a Note 8 to a Note 9? Debating since I like having the more internal storage.

xMadMike said:
It's worth every penny! You just don't get such a complete package anywhere else. Pretty much no compromises. It felt like a decent upgrade from the Note8 which was excellent too. It's very significant, even though it's only an incremental upgrade! This phone just has everything I ask for in a smartphone. Signed my new work contract with the S Pen! How cool is that?!
I have the 128GB variant but I also have my 128GB Samsung MicroSD Card from my Note8, so I can't complain about storage!
Pre-Ordered it with EE for £68 / month with 60GB of Data and unlimited everything. Got Apple music for 6 months with it to replace my £10/month of Spotify or Google Play, so It's like £58 for the first 6 months.
Also, I found Apple Music better than both!
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I'm paying 43 a month with EE for my 512GB Note 9. 40GB unltd everything

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Would you guys switch from a Note 8 to a Note 9? Debating since I like having the more internal storage.
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Yeah it is worth it for more storage and a bigger battery

Was at first hesitant about upgrading from the note 8. After having done it, I'm pleased with the decision.

Coming from a Note 8 I'm happy. I gave my wife the Note 8 and traded her S8+ in that had quite a bad pink hue to the screen. I got the phone for $765 after taxes and trade in. This is the best bang for the buck for what's out there and no notch.

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Would you guys switch from a Note 8 to a Note 9? Debating since I like having the more internal storage.
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I upgraded from N8 to N9. No regrets here. It's not really that much of an upgrade. Day to day performance, you won't notice any difference. The camera is improved, and the Bluetooth S-Pen is cool. I actually like how the new pen feels in my hand. It's just a hair thicker. And I know EVERYONE had the Deep Ocean Blue color, but I love it. Absolutely beautiful color. And I personally like the contrasting yellow pen.
I paid $700 for mine on eBay. T-Mobile version. Barely used. It still had the factory plastic on the frame! And the original owner put a clear protective skin on the back and had a screen protector on it. So it was perfect. All new unused accessories and a Speck Grip case. It was a great deal!!
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Coming from a Note 8 I'm happy. I gave my wife the Note 8 and traded her S8+ in that had quite a bad pink hue to the screen. I got the phone for $765 after taxes and trade in. This is the best bang for the buck for what's out there and no notch.
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I kept my Note 8 as my backup phone, and sold my Pixel 2 XL.

V40+ possible?

Do you guys think like last year, T-Mobile will release the 128GB version a month or so after the regular V40?
I wasted a JUMP to go from the regular V30 to the V30+. I'm eligible for an upgrade now but I don't want to burn myself again with this.

I suppose anything is possible. Was jumping from the V30 to the V30+ worth using a jump? Was the benefit just 128GB as opposed to 64GB or did it have more RAM and stuff?

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I suppose anything is possible. Was jumping from the V30 to the V30+ worth using a jump? Was the benefit just 128GB as opposed to 64GB or did it have more RAM and stuff?
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I am petty. I wanted it for more storage and the black color. This year, I'd like to wait it out. 64 GB isn't bad but if I can get more, I'll do it. Especially now they've got that 36 month payment plan for these devices.

Septembersrain said:
I am petty. I wanted it for more storage and the black color. This year, I'd like to wait it out. 64 GB isn't bad but if I can get more, I'll do it. Especially now they've got that 36 month payment plan for these devices.
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If you pull the trigger now, you can get the 256GB SD card which would give more than enough. I think if a V40+ model does eventually come, it won't be until early 2019 but it may include a 5G modem as well (rumored anyways). If you wait, you might as well wait for the S10 to be released since it's supposedly a massive upgrade over the S9 (3 cameras on the back, in screen fingerprint sensor, newer Snapdragon with a neural processor, 5G modem, etc.). That will set the stage for phones in 2019.
I'm of the mindset buy what you need now and be happy. Upgrade when you are no longer happy. Waiting for the next best thing will always leave you waiting.