Is it me, or is anyone else disappoint the Note 3? In particular the external audio speaker quality?
I find it very toppy /trebly, lacking bass or even mid range.
When compared to my Note 2,its clear the 3 is a few steps backwards to my ears.
Also, I find the back gets sweaty quickly, the phone feels quite cheap, is actually too light, and my home button is quite click.
Hate to moan, but it just cost me £620, it's in its box and I'm back on my Note 2.
Anyone else share these opinions?
Let speaker and home button break in. Or send it back.
I don't have mine yet. I am guessing that if you're coming from a Note 2 that this is just an incremental upgrade for you and you want everything on your Note 3 to be better to justify the price.
I am coming from a GNex. I am sure everything will be an upgrade for me.
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You are kidding, right? "... The home button is too click.".... What? It is supposed to be extremely lightweight...
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Its more likely "value for money" that's your issue,
You bought early & paid alot, Panamoz have them for under £500 & even that is too much in my opinion but i still might buy one.
Anyway .. old phones speakers get muffled very slightly over time with dust particles & use, I've always found them sharper when new & particularly as you are often testing at high volume.
That home button! i always hated it on my Notes & i hate it so much i NEVER use it.
I use this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...epad&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=tellfriends
If you don't want your N9005 PM me, my brother lives at Carterton & could do a cash deal..
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Sell it and buy a phone with software buttons such as Sony Z1 or LG g2. For me, it's the opposite, note3 is an upgrade over note2 in every way. It's the first samsung phone that actually feels somewhat premium in the hands. The back cover never accumulates dust or finger prints like the glossy back on the note2. The speakers seem louder to me than they were in the note 2.
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Many of us here didn't buy N3 for the speaker quality. If it's good then it's better. Otherwise, it's only minor annoyance. If loud speaker quality is very important to you, perhaps you should not bought N3 in the first place because loud speaker has never been a highlight feature in Note series.
I believe most of Note 2 user (including myself) think that N2 speaker quality is not exceptional .
But since you think it's better than HTC One speaker, I'll leave you to your opinion.
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Sell it and buy a phone with software buttons such as Sony Z1 or LG g2. For me, it's the opposite, note3 is an upgrade over note2 in every way. It's the first samsung phone that actually feels somewhat premium in the hands. The back cover never accumulates dust or finger prints like the glossy back on the note2. The speakers seem louder to me than they were in the note 2.
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N3 is certainly better then N2 in all departments, does it feel more premium yes and no.
The back certainly does look better, the front about the same, N3 side bezel is the worst feature of the phone. It's cheap and ugly!
It feels fragile not premium inmhi, drop test results suggest it is fragile.
N3 Overall definitely better then N2 but I hate the side bezel. UGLY!!
riz157 said:
N3 is certainly better then N2 in all departments, does it feel more premium yes and no.
The back certainly does look better, the front about the same, N3 side bezel is the worst feature of the phone. It's cheap and ugly!
It feels fragile not premium inmhi, drop test results suggest it is fragile.
N3 Overall definitely better then N2 but I hate the side bezel. UGLY!!
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I can see the point about the side rims as it is plastic trying to imitate metal look, though it looks better in the black version than the white. Obviously, it is no where near HTC one or iPhone in the build quality, but then again that has never been samsung's strength. Overall though, it is better built compared to all previous samsung phones I've used. This is the first samsung phone that doesn't squeak and creak when I apply pressure to it, which was a nice surprise.
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OP, you're approaching martyrdom. Almost every post in every thread you've made since getting the N3 has been about its audio. I get it.
JCM800 said:
I purchased a note 3 on the 25th (UK release day) paid £620 for it sim free. I personally regret the 'upgrade'
Yeah, it's got a nice display, I like the charging speed, but.. where's pop up browser gone? I love that on my note 2, Samsung have banished it away on the n3.
My main gripe.. Is audio. And the speaker. What are Samsung thinking by placing a small thin speaker on the bottom of the device?
The sound is thin /toppy.. My note 2 is much better.
If you upgrade expecting better audio, you'll be disappointed.
The note 3 has loudness, but it's so thin it's unbearable fully up.
I'm actually selling my note 3 because of it, I feel let down, and realise how good my note 2 actually is now.
Rant over.
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In agreement, plus - the audio is awful imo, my note2 is far better. On my note3 the sound is thin and trebly, I'm really disappointed.
Also, no pop up browser? That's a bummer as well.
The screen is quite nice one the note 3,but sadly I'm looking to sell mine.
My note 2,for me, is far better multi media wise anyway.
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Yes, that's my opinion, my note 2 has very strong audio output, with depth. Personally I prefer it to the Htc.
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My mate has a One, nice sound on it, but I honestly prefer mu n2 to it.
I've already listed my n3 on Gumtree, I love the screen on it, but feel a bit let down sadly overal.
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The sound is a bit ice picky - too trebly, no bottom. Much prefer my note 2s audio output. N3 is loud but it's not a pleasant loud I'm afraid.
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OP, I think you should sell your note and use the money to buy xanax lol jk kinda
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Pat. said:
Panamoz have them for under £500
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE N9005 16GB Full HD AMOLED Sim Free / Unlocked (Black/White)
They sell the 16GB one. It might be a typo but I'd be a bit suspicious.
I came from a Note 2 and it's a lot better imo, the speed of the phone and the smoothness of it is amazing.
I love the camera and everything else, forgot to mention that it comes standard as 32gb instead of the note 2 16gb.
I have the N9005 version.
You should buy a phone with dolby surround or beats audio...
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE N9005 16GB Full HD AMOLED Sim Free / Unlocked (Black/White)
They sell the 16GB one. It might be a typo but I'd be a bit suspicious.
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Panamoz are a well known seller with lots of happy customers & why be negative when all that can go wrong is you have to get hold of your bank & ask for money to be returned if the transaction doesn't materialize.
Yes i don't have any need for a 32gb version.
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You should buy a phone with dolby surround or beats audio...
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No, Samsung shouldn't release flag ships with sub standard audio.
Ok, if it was rooted, would dsp manager assist in giving it more mid range and bass, not just music player but overall, like you tube etc for instance?
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No, Samsung shouldn't release flag ships with sub standard audio.
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Don't you find it odd that audio performance being sub-standard hasn't been mentioned in any of the reviews/previews? And granted the N3's not in a lot of people's hands yet but if the audio were as bad as you're making it out to be you'd think it would have gotten more attention. So you're either on the leading edge of what's about to be a huge problem or perhaps people have different expectations than you do.
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Don't you find it odd that audio performance being sub-standard hasn't been mentioned in any of the reviews/previews? And granted the N3's not in a lot of people's hands yet but if the audio were as bad as you're making it out to be you'd think it would have gotten more attention. So you're either on the leading edge of what's about to be a huge problem or perhaps people have different expectations than you do.
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Fair point, I got mine first thing on UK release day. If no one else notices it they're tone deaf. As for the reviews, well they can be biased.
I've been listening to great audio this last year on my n2, the difference was immediate to me, quality of sound had taken a dive - but hey you guys can take or leave it, I'm just letting you know, granted I have gone on about it too much, so sorry about that , just feel let down.
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Panamoz are a well known seller with lots of happy customers & why be negative when all that can go wrong is you have to get hold of your bank & ask for money to be returned if the transaction doesn't materialize.
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I have nothing but praise for Panamoz. I bought 4 note 1s from them. What I can't undersand is how the LTE N9005 can be 16GB. That's why I said it might be a typo. Either way it needs to be confirmed.
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OP, you're approaching martyrdom. Almost every post in every thread you've made since getting the N3 has been about its audio. I get it.
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Wow LMAO!
Related
...build the Nexus S like they built the Omnia 7?
The build quality on my Omnia 7 is so high compared to my Nexus S, metal casing, no creeky plastic to be found etc... So this is proof that Samsung can make seriously good quality stuff, so why all the plastic???
Omnia 7 outside with the insides of the Nexus s = WIN.
If your Nexus S is creaking you should return it. They don't normally do that.
^ This.
Compared to the Epic. The build quality of the Nexus S 4G is a vast improvement. Now that was bad all plastic wobbly keyboard bad quality build.
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metals heavier tho?
Maybe Google didn't want metal? I think people sometimes forget that Google and Samsung designed the Nexus S together, and that the Nexus S is Google's vision of an ideal phone.
I think Google wanted something sleek, light, and sexy. Not boxy and heavy. But thats only my opinion.
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The omnia only feels slightly heavier. Its just that my Nexus feels like a toy compared to the omnia which is built like a tank.
Dont get me wrong, I love the design of the Nexus, its just that I can see it smashing into pieces if I drop it, but the omnia feels like it could survive an air strike!
The volume and power buttons also worry me with the Nexus, they feel more sturdy on the omnia, much more.
The omnia just has a more high end feel in the hand, Nexus is still the better phone tho.
If you guys get a chance to have a look at an omnia 7 up close, I am sure you will agree that the Nexus feels like the poor relation (even tho its not). Little things like a cover for the usb hole, little clip to release the battery cover etc... all make the omnia feel much more high end than my Nexus.
I prefer plastic to metal, so long as it's good plastic.
The creeky plastic sound he is talking about is from the plastic battery cover the actual built quality phone.
Samsung focus is now on actual hardware/thickness/weight
The build quality is much better than my plastic vibrant i owned
I only went with HTC prior to my vibrant
IMO HTC focuses on build more than hardware from my experience they seem to cut corners when hardware is involved ..its like pulling teeth to make them budge on hardware quality and upgrades i would guess to reduce cost since they invest so much in the build quality IDK
I remember my NS lousy speaker, camera, multitouch and Bluetooth range was a joke.
Samsung came out with galaxy s then HTC finally budged on "quality" hardware IMO they still cut corners i dont trust HTC anymore
2 me this phone sucks eitherway. I dunno. It lags ridiculously and fcs all the time. Stock of course..
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2 me this phone sucks eitherway. I dunno. It lags ridiculously and fcs all the time. Stock of course..
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Surely you're not talking about the NS4G.. If you are, you're talking crazy talk or have a defective phone.
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Surely you're not talking about the NS4G.. If you are, you're talking crazy talk or have a defective phone.
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I agree. I have absolutely zero problems with my NS4G. I recommend it to everyone looking for a new smartphone.
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The NS had numerous bugs when it came out. I would only really characterize it as stable once the 2.3.3 patch came out. I wouldn't characterize 2.3.4 as a bad patch, but I think 2.3.3 had the fewest problems of any NS stock ROM to date. 2.3.4 is still a lot better than pre-2.3.3, though.
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Surely you're not talking about the NS4G.. If you are, you're talking crazy talk or have a defective phone.
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could be a defective phone but yea im having freezing and lagging issues constantly.
some need a batt pull
whether i uses ADW or Stock Launcher i just have trouble...
Could just be a dodgy app. get rid off stuff 1 at a time, see if it helps. Software wise I have no issue, even my GPS is working now.
got the NS4G on Friday, and stock is faster than anything I ran on my rooted EVO. As far as build quality I do feel like the EVO feels more sturdy but so far I am loving my NS4G
I definitely would prefer metal over plastic, but it'd be hard to pull off the NS's sleek look with metal. Plus, I'm not sure how metal would affect the NFC capabilities. T
That being said, while the shape of the phone is perfect IMO, the plastic feelings is meh, which is why I got an Incipio Feather for it. For the matte feeling and to avoid scratches, rather than for the sake of an actual case. Now holding it without the case just feels wrong
OP, if you are rooted, I would go and fix perms in recovery. If that does'nt work, you have other issues. Mine is running flawlessly. Granted I am running stock/rooted. And... Knock on wood.
FOR the love of god!!! seriously. the NS4G isn't anything different from the normal nexus S.only thing it has that the NS doesn't.is a different radio chip that supports 4G(that is a bit of a BS cuz its not true 4G)
so stop saying NS4G cuz its BS.
you dont see me saying NS limited edition do you?(yes i have the limited edition)
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Surely you're not talking about the NS4G.. If you are, you're talking crazy talk or have a defective phone.
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I agree. I have absolutely zero problems with my NS4G. I recommend it to everyone looking for a new smartphone.
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^ This.
Compared to the Epic. The build quality of the Nexus S 4G is a vast improvement. Now that was bad all plastic wobbly keyboard bad quality build.
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FOR the love of god!!! seriously. the NS4G isn't anything different from the normal nexus S.only thing it has that the NS doesn't.is a different radio chip that supports 4G(that is a bit of a BS cuz its not true 4G)
so stop saying NS4G cuz its BS.
you dont see me saying NS limited edition do you?(yes i have the limited edition)
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was your comment even necessary tho??
were proud you spent extra money on a limited version of a phone that act the same way the NS and NS4G does
you should call yourself a winner
$300 for a battery door. No thanks.
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Samsung takes a leaf out of Apple's book & recycles the design of its last flagship device.
Admit it's just a GS3 with a few extra bells & whistles, upgrade the innards check, upgrade the camera check & alter the screen a bit. Bang you have yourself a new flagship, market the hell out of it & watch the sales roll in.
At least HTC made a big change between the One & the One X, especially in design and innovated in the camera rather than just banging more megapixels on it.
That said it still looks a very strong device & I might get one.
Let's go ahead and admit it this is a troll post
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We haven't even officially seen the device yet...all those images/videos could be fake
Either way still destroys about 99% of the phones on the market...
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Will find out soon.
bbrad said:
Let's go ahead and admit it this is a troll post
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No it's not its a comment on Samsung doing exactly the same as people have criticised Apple for doing in the past.
Here is an article from earlier in the week commenting on the design.
http://www.techradar.com/news/phone...s-lazy-it-could-cripple-the-galaxy-s4-1136996
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No it's not its a comment on Samsung doing exactly the same as people have criticised Apple for doing in the past.
Here is an article from earlier in the week commenting on the design.
http://www.techradar.com/news/phone...s-lazy-it-could-cripple-the-galaxy-s4-1136996
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OK so every single one of there phones has the same design, a locked os, no battery cover, and sue people 24/7 where did you get this information they were doing all of this?
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OK so every single one of there phones has the same design, a locked os, no battery cover, and sue people 24/7 where did you get this information they were doing all of this?
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What the heck does if it have a battery cover have to do with anything. This is commenting on Samsung recycling the same design again not on whether it has a battery cover or not. The OS is again irrelevant to the principle of reusing the design as for legal action of course they have carried out legal action as have many manufacturers.
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What the heck does if it have a battery cover have to do with anything. This is commenting on Samsung recycling the same design again not on whether it has a battery cover or not. The OS is again irrelevant to the principle of reusing the design as for legal action of course they have carried out legal action as have many manufacturers.
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You would be a perfect iPhone fanboy
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Snapdragon S4 for the US market :\
I'm guessing that means the LTE version and the 3G version is using the Octa core CPU....
Just kills the phone for me right there.
Its funny cause the phone did turn out to be a gs3s
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when apple adds a S after their phones like the iphone 4s it doesnt change anything it only adds a new camera and a new processor
samsung changed everything on the phone believe it or not the s3 was a ugly pos the s4 is a beautiful mini note 2
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when apple adds a S after their phones like the iphone 4s it doesnt change anything it only adds a new camera and a new processor
samsung changed everything on the phone believe it or not the s3 was a ugly pos the s4 is a beautiful mini note 2
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Seriously?
The S4 looks JUST like the S3... which ALSO looks just like a mini Note 2. (I owned both).
I don't think any of them are ugly, but I don't find them sexy either. That is all just personal preference, but to say the S3 is ugly, and the Note 2 and S4 are beautiful is just.. well, silly. Your analysis is ... flawed... to say the least.
The S4 definitely is a bump up from the S3 spec wise, no question, but in the looks department it is mid size between the S3 and Note II, nothing more, nothing less. Only very minor aesthetic change.
See Sig - I have owned most of their recent phones. I'm not speculating, I had the Note, Note II, and S3 as well as others.
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Seriously?
The S4 looks JUST like the S3... which ALSO looks just like a mini Note 2. (I owned both).
I don't think any of them are ugly, but I don't find them sexy either. That is all just personal preference, but to say the S3 is ugly, and the Note 2 and S4 are beautiful is just.. well, silly. Your analysis is ... flawed... to say the least.
The S4 definitely is a bump up from the S3 spec wise, no question, but in the looks department it is mid size between the S3 and Note II, nothing more, nothing less. Only very minor aesthetic change.
See Sig - I have owned most of their recent phones. I'm not speculating, I had the Note, Note II, and S3 as well as others.
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the s3 has a very ugly shape and the gap between the screen and the home button is a big waste of space which ruins the design of it while the s4 is designed a lot like the note 2
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the s3 has a very ugly shape and the gap between the screen and the home button is a big waste of space which ruins the design of it while the s4 is designed a lot like the note 2
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You're nit picking. As a whole the S IV looks exactly like the S III and though the internals are slightly buffed, externally (which is what 95% of the public cares about) it's the same. Apple gets away with it because their chassis is admittedly beautiful, but Samsung is sticking to this flimsy, cheap plastic design which is not a head turner. They dropped the ball with this one and I think HTC will gain ground as they introduced a beautiful phone with the HTC One.
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You're nit picking. As a whole the S IV looks exactly like the S III and though the internals are slightly buffed, externally (which is what 95% of the public cares about) it's the same. Apple gets away with it because their chassis is admittedly beautiful, but Samsung is sticking to this flimsy, cheap plastic design which is not a head turner. They dropped the ball with this one and I think HTC will gain ground as they introduced a beautiful phone with the HTC One.
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Your the one nit picking about the plastic
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Your the one nit picking about the plastic
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Constructive rebuttal. The phone is flimsy, and the quality of material used is sub par. If you're used to such things then it's fine. I've had all of the Galaxy S phones and now own the S3. As an owner it's disheartening to own a phone with such lackluster material in comparison to far more premium build phones that are equally as powerful and cost the same amount. Why don't I just switch? I probably won't and I'll wait for the S V as it'll be a worth while jump in speed and efficiency.
I just have to agree, in my own opinion, the S4 didn't make HUGE design changes. On that, I think most agree. I'd still love to have it. Though, Not as much as I would like to have the HTC One.
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Apple is gonna sue
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I was a little disappointed...but there running out of room to improve on...over all I'm satisfied...if you already have an s3 then there isn't much reason to upgrade to it...but if your just ending your two year then its the perfect phone...
The one looks nice...but its missing the ad card...that is a necessity for me and many others...I could care less about removable battery, I just want my sd slot...I love music too much, streaming lowers the quality and 32gb on board just isn't enough when each song is 10-20mbs...
Anyways...ill admit, I am a Samsung fanboy....I hate HTC - they are a pain to get setup for Roma compared to Samsung devices...unlocking bootloader, s-off...just a pain. I gave HTC a try and I don't think ill ever give them another...
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Plastic IS NOT A SUB-PAR MATERIAL. There are many areas other than cost that Samsung's "plastic" is superior to aluminum in a mobile device application. Hell, car manufacturers figured that out a long time ago.
As long as the screen is more durable than on the S3, I doubt the build is "cheap" except to the uneducated.
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In all honesty, I think this is why competition is great, because it makes OEM step their game up where they have "weaknesses". It'll be interesting to see how Samsung respond in the future. I like their build quality and design, never bothered me but this could be a good thing.
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http://www.sammobile.com/2013/04/13...quality-galaxy-note-iii-to-have-a-new-design/
In all honesty, I think this is why competition is great, because it makes OEM step their game up where they have "weaknesses". It'll be interesting to see how Samsung respond in the future. I like their build quality and design, never bothered me but this could be a good thing.
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I hope they stay with plastic. Most Samsung users love it because "its the best material for smartphones"... what should they buy if samsung starts building phones with aluminum or other metals?
Oh, suddenly aluminum would be the best :silly:
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I hope they stay with plastic. Most Samsung users love it because "its the best material for smartphones"... what should they buy if samsung starts building phones with aluminum or other metals?
Oh, suddenly aluminum would be the best :silly:
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Yeah they can stay with plastic no problem, just make it more solid like the lumia or One X and change the design maybe? ( but definitely keep the home button and both capacitive buttons )
i think this joke made by Sammobile ( specially their insider :laugh::laugh: )
LOOOL Samsung worried
and i don't want aluminum phone , i think Samsung just need to stop using hyper glaze on the back cover
i really like the feel of back cover of my GS2 and Gnex :good:
IMO N3 will look like Galaxy Mega ( bigger GS4) with S-pen + Note features with 6 inch screen
I hope Samsung doesn't give up on the replaceable battery and microSD slot. The fact is that most people put their expensive phones inside covers so the original design doesn't matter much. It's the kind of thing reviewers make a lot of noise about but most customers don't really care that much.
yeah, "worried" is definitely inaccurate, they are far from worried but let's all keep it real here and not be too one sided. The One has an incredible design and great choice of material ( I won't give it credit for build quality cause they always have QC issues), apparently most people like that. So imagine if Samsung can ( and they certainly can) make the next flagship with a whole new design, choose a strong kind of material, I think it'll be game over for everyone else. We here all like the plastic but many don't, so Samsung will make everyone happy by changing things a little.
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I hope Samsung doesn't give up on the replaceable battery and microSD slot. The fact is that most people put their expensive phones inside covers so the original design doesn't matter much. It's the kind of thing reviewers make a lot of noise about but most customers don't really care that much.
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I absolutely agree on the replaceable battery and SD card, this is something they cannot get rid of. But they can pull off a different design and keep those two in place without a problem.
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i think this joke made by Sammobile ( specially their insider :laugh::laugh: )
LOOOL Samsung worried
and i don't want aluminum phone , i think Samsung just need to stop using hyper glaze on the back cover
i really like the feel of back cover of my GS2 and Gnex :good:
IMO N3 will look like Galaxy Mega ( bigger GS4) with S-pen + Note features with 6 inch screen
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"Galaxy Mega." Someone listened to the Engadget Mobile podcast.
I have plumped for the HTC One, coming from the Galaxy S2 due to 2 year contracts, and never cared for what others call "premium" builds.
Having owned the HTC One for a few days now I have to say that having a phone made from more "expensive feeling" materials is by no means a bad thing.
It can only be a good thing if Samsung start putting a bit more effort into handset design. We all know that Samsung usually have the better specs. It really can't hurt to back this up with better design.
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Yeah they can stay with plastic no problem, just make it more solid like the lumia or One X and change the design maybe? ( but definitely keep the home button and both capacitive buttons )
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Yes, they should definitely change the design. Last year most people were like: "look at that ugly sgs3"... but after a while, the people get used to it. But thtat doesnt mean samsung designs are nice. They are not in my eyes.
The One X was a really cute smartphone made of polycarbonat. It still feels 10000 times better then the glossy plastic s3 (and probably s4). If they use that kind of plastic, it would be a big step forward in look and feel. But i doubt they will do. It will be for sure more expensiv.
What does design have to do with build quality? People get the two confused, Samsung have the best build quality these days. People always say HTC One has the best build quality......... like no I've exchanged it 3 times, all have sucked and I decided to get a GS4 instead and luckily the Network allowed me to do so. I just hope my choice pays off....
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i think this joke made by Sammobile ( specially their insider :laugh::laugh: )
LOOOL Samsung worried
and i don't want aluminum phone , i think Samsung just need to stop using hyper glaze on the back cover
i really like the feel of back cover of my GS2 and Gnex :good:
IMO N3 will look like Galaxy Mega ( bigger GS4) with S-pen + Note features with 6 inch screen
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Agreed with the Hyperglaze. My S2's back-plate/battery cover was matte, and it was just fine, looked good too.
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What does design have to do with build quality? People get the two confused, Samsung have the best build quality these days. People always say HTC One has the best build quality......... like no I've exchanged it 3 times, all have sucked and I decided to get a GS4 instead and luckily the Network allowed me to do so. I just hope my choice pays off....
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You're absolutely right, and I actually said it a few posts above ^^. HTC has great designs and choice of material is arguably very good ( has its own pros and cons) but I can't give them credit for their build quality cause they always have QC issues.
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What does design have to do with build quality? People get the two confused, Samsung have the best build quality these days. People always say HTC One has the best build quality......... like no I've exchanged it 3 times, all have sucked and I decided to get a GS4 instead and luckily the Network allowed me to do so. I just hope my choice pays off....
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100% certified, correct. To quote my own signature, "don't mistake build materials for build quality". From multiple accounts, the HTC One build quality is poor.
I will bet that the Galaxy S4 build quality will exceed the HTC One's build quality. Argue materials all you would like, but it's time for reviewers, forum members, and the general public to learn the English language. Materials, by definition, is not quality.
I dunno, I like the build just fine but maybe they could use matte polycarbonate like Lumia or HOX. I prefer those over the hyperglaze.
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What does design have to do with build quality?
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What does SamMobile have to do with fact? The further out something is, the more likely they are to be fishing for click throughs.
Enough said...
BREAKING: Samsung ditches own AMOLED and EXYNOS inside new Galaxy S IV
Posted by DannyD on 23 February 2013 at 10:01
Yes you just read the title of this message right. Our insider just gave us the first official “unconfirmed” specifications of the next generation Galaxy S, the Galaxy S IV. The Galaxy S IV will no longer use the Samsung EXYNOS processor and according to the latest rumours this processor has overheating issues. Today we can confirm Samsung will use the Snapdragon 600 and it is clocked at 1.9 Ghz which is 0.2 Ghz higher than the HTC One. The Galaxy S IV will have 2 GB of RAM and will come in three variants 16, 32 or 64 GB. As the rumours earlier reported Samsung is going to use a Full HD display. The Galaxy S IV uses a 4,99″ Full-HD SoLux Display we have no information if this is based on LCD3 like the HTC One. But a couple of months ago we posted the first hint regarding Samsung’s LCD factory is ready to produce Full HD panels from early 2013. And we also know Samsung’s AMOLED factory does have many problems with the production of full HD AMOLED screens.
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/02/23...xynos-inside-new-galaxy-s-iv-with-bootscreen/
Right on, brother. Sad that all the tech sites are quoting this, though. Tech blogs love to put in zero effort to their sources.
Where is the "trust, but verify" that the profession should uphold?
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Where is the "trust, but verify" that the profession should uphold?
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It's been replaced by this.
And for our international members, this.
I perfer lighter case or design no matter plastic or metal.
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What does SamMobile have to do with fact? The further out something is, the more likely they are to be fishing for click throughs.
Enough said...
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This was enough said, for me:
The simple Nature UX interface by Samsung is easy to use and, thanks to the new smart functions, Samsung’s new interface makes the Galaxy S4 even more smarter.
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What does SamMobile have to do with fact? The further out something is, the more likely they are to be fishing for click throughs.
Enough said...
BREAKING: Samsung ditches own AMOLED and EXYNOS inside new Galaxy S IV
Posted by DannyD on 23 February 2013 at 10:01
Yes you just read the title of this message right. Our insider just gave us the first official “unconfirmed” specifications of the next generation Galaxy S, the Galaxy S IV. The Galaxy S IV will no longer use the Samsung EXYNOS processor and according to the latest rumours this processor has overheating issues. Today we can confirm Samsung will use the Snapdragon 600 and it is clocked at 1.9 Ghz which is 0.2 Ghz higher than the HTC One. The Galaxy S IV will have 2 GB of RAM and will come in three variants 16, 32 or 64 GB. As the rumours earlier reported Samsung is going to use a Full HD display. The Galaxy S IV uses a 4,99″ Full-HD SoLux Display we have no information if this is based on LCD3 like the HTC One. But a couple of months ago we posted the first hint regarding Samsung’s LCD factory is ready to produce Full HD panels from early 2013. And we also know Samsung’s AMOLED factory does have many problems with the production of full HD AMOLED screens.
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/02/23...xynos-inside-new-galaxy-s-iv-with-bootscreen/
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One thing is for sure though, Samsung is NOT worried. But they may consider changing their design for next year.
Figured we needed one of these since of all the hate threads when clearly most problems people are having is due to the user, People should know this is a great phone, The best I've had so far since coming from s3/note 2/xperia z/s4.
Post what you most enjoy about the note 3 to show it's not a dissapointment!
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The people enjoying it are probably not posting here
Yeah you're probably right but still, it would be nice for people to show the good side of the note 3 for others considering it
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I just responded in a "Note3 Disappointment" thread on how these lengthy negative "opinions" feels almost strategic in a way.
I've recently read articles on how businesses would hire ordinary folks to post positive comments on different popular comment boards and forums. It feels like this forum has been targeted by negative postings to try to sway potential buyers from purchasing a Note3.
I'm just saying.
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I spent a good amount of time with the Note 3 at an AT&T store today and I was blown away by it. It meets all of my expectations and needs handily. (I'm hoping the t-mobile network will satisfy as well )
-I like the plastic back. It's textured and has great feel.
-I love how thin it is (even with a SpiGen Bounce case I'm expecting it to be pretty svelt) - the Note 2 felt a bit chunky to me (thick).
-The screen size is perfect - I won't miss my Nexus 7 (and I love my N7)
-The screen is gorgeous. Colors are vivid and the display is clear.
-The massive array of settings, configuration options, and functions make me more than happy to "deal with" Touchwiz. I haven't liked Touchwiz since the Gingerbread days... The Note 3 looks to change that.
-Performance was beyond expectations. Super fluid and without lag. The experience was seamless and performance is blistering.
-There is no other device that competes with the Note 3 - The SPen and its functionality set the Note 3 apart from the pack. This is the only phone I would purchase at this point in time (for my needs).
-It's drop-dead sexy in white. Black has been done to death - mix it up!
I can't wait for mine to come in
I have the s4 and cant wait to play wit the N3 in a few days... ive been reading the the pros and cons threads and some of the ppl just complain about everything... I love TW just not all the bloatware that att puts on it but thats why we root it to change it all up to our liking...anyways thanks for the postive thread it will make my decision a lil easier
Thanks
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I just responded in a "Note3 Disappointment" thread on how these lengthy negative "opinions" feels almost strategic in a way.
I've recently read articles on how businesses would hire ordinary folks to post positive comments on different popular comment boards and forums. It feels like this forum has been targeted by negative postings to try to sway potential buyers from purchasing a Note3.
I'm just saying.
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Yeah, no kidding, the word premium is repeated over and over when referring to other devices and plastic when referring to the note 3, most of the other gripes are from people that didn't do any research, the back was never advertised as leather, I don't. Know what people were expecting, the sound quality of the speaker.? Seriously? They would have been griping about the bezel size if they put forward facing speakers.
Who would honestly think the back would be made from leather?? Dear me...
I've come from an HTC one (and galaxy nexus, moto razr i, S2 and Tab 7.7) and I'm really liking the Note 3.
Size wise, it''s hard to explain but it's small enough to still be a phone but the screen is large enough (and pixel dense enough) to use as a bridge device. I wanted something that could replace using a PC/laptop for most things (I will always use a PC/laptop for work though) and this seems to be doing it for me.
Speed wise, it's as fast and as smooth as anything I have ever used. I'm not a touchwiz fan so I am using nova launcher but I will admit that touchwiz is very smooth and quick, I just don't like the grid size and icons. The home screen is smooth, apps open pretty much instantly and it seems happy to play any type of media format you throw at it.
I am an AMOLED whore so I love the screen, it's all about the true black for me. I really liked the HTC one screen so it's nice to have an AMOLED screen with a similar sharpness to that of the HTC. Icons and text look nice and smooth and images/video look incredible.
The pen has proven to be quite useful as I like to write down what parts/stuff that I need for work as I am working through things and I am less likely to misplace my note 3 than I am a post-it note.
I am happy with the battery cover as well. I am on my second device as the first had some dust or something in the screen and my replacement has a battery cover that is much softer feel than the first. Does it feel like leather? I think so, or does leather feel like soft touch plastic?
All in all, this is the best mobile device I have ever used and will probably result in the Tab 7.7 being retired.
The Note 3 is many things and will probably appeal to many people. For me a Smartphone is primarily a business productivity tool. This incarnation of the Note is better than all others. The S Pen is more precise for note taking, Action Memo is a great addition. The multi screen is now better because of the higher resolution and new copy and paste controls. The music playback on headphones is very good and probably better than the HTC One. Finally the large screen and speed make the device a joy to use. I don't mind the plastic body as I'll be using it mainly in the S View case, which itself adds to the usability of the Note 3.
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What Color?
Hi, all. This week will be my first ever Samsung phone. I'm jumping ship from my HTC One S for something bigger. Don't get me wrong I have been extremely happy with my HTC phone. Camera has been it's best feature. My question is should I get the white or black Note 3? It appears with the amazing screen the black accentuates the screen better. Is that true? Thoughts?
Had started that the other day due to the typical trolling and I didn't want anyone to be pit off this awesome phone http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2462220
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I love the sound from the wolfson audio chip. My IEMs have a new breath of life. Definitely the most underated feature of Note 3. For audiophiles, the Note 3 will not dissapoint!
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That's because people are so used to fake leather now they don't bother saying it's fake/faux or pleather anymore. It bugs me enough that when I see a review or product recommendation saying leather I almost always take the time to look at the product description long enough to confirm that it isn't REAL leather.
I actually think the hard plastic leather-look material makes a device look tacky/cheap compared to the normal shiny plastic Samsung normally uses. I sorta prefer the grippy soft plastic on the back of my Nexus 10.
It's all fashion & marketing. Sometimes aluminum is in style, or glass, or leather, or plastic. Whatever we haven't been seeing a lot of lately, or whatever is used on the latest hot selling item.
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I really like this phone visually & so pleased it has a raised edge for the screen protector. I always fit them.
I had the "serviceindex" issue which made it hard to use for the 1st 2 days.
The corrupt file causing it was a .pdf on my SD making my N3 really play up & freeze every 45 seconds while using the handset & thats certainly not "user caused" as it's a file that opened & worked perfectly safely on my N1 & N2.
Anyway after hours spent identifying the problem file & removing it I could enjoy all the amazing features of this superb phone.
I highly recommend it & think the Note 2 had a cheap look compared to these.
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misterashman said:
Yeah you're probably right but still, it would be nice for people to show the good side of the note 3 for others considering it
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I'm still restoring all my stuff from Titanium Backup..., looooooong wait, lots of Apps / Games
other than that, I'm very happy with this phone, very fast overall
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I'm still restoring all my stuff from Titanium Backup..., looooooong wait, lots of Apps / Games
other than that, I'm very happy with this phone, very fast overall
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Try using Helium instead, I've never tried Titanium Backup though
Maybe it will be faster for you in the future
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.backup&hl=en_GB
Its everything I wanted. The looks of the Note 1 and so smooth, so powerful, and a shining example of how good Android is. Phone of the year and I hope to have it for many years, like the HD2 and the Note 1 (until it got stolen last week, which was bittersweet for obvious reasons )
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Its everything I wanted. The looks of the Note 1 and so smooth, so powerful, and a shining example of how good Android is. Phone of the year and I hope to have it for many years, like the HD2 and the Note 1 (until it got stolen last week, which was bittersweet for obvious reasons )
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Agree its more like a style progression from note 1 & I am pleased they did it. Note2 was a cool looking phone but Note 3 has Class!
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This is seriously the best phone I ever had. The note 1 and 2 were already good, but the note 3 excels for me.
Beautiful full hd screen, very useful extra functions for the s-pen, the ir-blaster, the 13mp cam, the stylish looks and feels (indeed a little bit more note 1 style), the speed, men what a phone! And because it's so fully featured out of the box I think I could live with NOT rooting the device to get the functionality line up with my requirements.
Hi there, just wanted to ask if the nexus 5 is worth buying considering the all updates for him, im between lg g2 and nexus 5, the point is to have good camera and to be productive.
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Hi there, just wanted to ask if the nexus 5 is worth buying considering the all updates for him, im between lg g2 and nexus 5, the point is to have good camera and to be productive.
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Go for the nexus you wont regret it.
Hi,
If you want some reading: Nexus 5 vs LG G2 comparison...
No, it's not worth buying at all.
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You're loosing money every day that passes by without it!
It's the worst phone in the world. Everything is terrible about it. The S4 is better. Google sucks. LG sucks.
What do you expect asking that question in a Nexus 5 forum? I'm not trying to be rude..I'm serious. No one in this forum is going to tell you the G2 (or any other phone) is better.
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What do you expect asking that question in a Nexus 5 forum? I'm not trying to be rude..I'm serious. No one in this forum is going to tell you the G2 (or any other phone) is better.
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I guess it's possible that there are some here who regret purchasing the Nexus 5 and maybe OP was trying to draw them out?
But, I am pretty darn happy with mine. The Nexus 5 is probably the best phone I've owned yet (and I've had a lot of phones).
Does a bear **** in the woods?
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Yes. Every dollar. Literally too good for its price tag
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I have Xiaomi MI2 looking for a upgrade will Nexus 5 a good choice..!
It will be my first Nexus..
If you want to own your phone, be able to shop around with any carrier and never have to sign a contract I don't think there is any better choice. To be fair though the Moto G is also a crazy good deal for those in the U.S.
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The z1 is "better" imho. Obviously it's subjective though so its a pointless argument. It doesn't make me want it more than my nexus.
If it was the same price as the nexus, im not sure i'd go for the z1. I prefer the n5 aesthetically,.its just whether that sd slot wins out in the end
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I'm in sales. When value exceeds cost. You have a sale. I can say without shadow of a doubt. That value has exceeded cost. With that being said. I came from an htc one just 5 days ago. Take this and call me in the morning. Keep in mind this is all opinion.
Display
Nexus 5 holds up. Good all around display
But not the best
Protected by gorilla glass3
1080p
Size. 5in aka 4.9 Perfect.
Color okay. Can be fixed
White balance. 7/10 can be fixed
Black levels 4/10 can be fixed
Sharpness perfect
Responsiveness prefect
Bleed 6/10 that's not good.
Angle view 8/10 not bad
Brightness perfect. High and low
Day view very good
Night view very good
Repair cost. Awesome
Auto brightness a bit off. can be fixed
Design. this is for black
Rubber feel. Hard to scratch good
Nexus logo and lg logo. Looks good.
Feels expensive
Light weight
No creeks
Bezel is right amount.
Easy to smudge.
Camera sticks out. Thats bad
Fits good in my hand
Buttons
Position perfect
Power. Right side. No issues. Perfect
Volume +&- single button rocker perfect
Other in design
Headphone jack up top with mic
Bottom charger port with mic on the right and speaker on the left.
Sound all fixable
Speaker quality 7/10 volume 7/10
Headphone quality 8/10 volume 6/10
Battery 2300 mah
6/10
Sorry for lack of details.
Os. Android 4.2.2 kit Kat.
Smooth
Fast
Looks great
Google now integrated
Camera app sucks.
Cmon its kit Kat.
Price
349 USD. 16gb 399 USD 32gb.
White available
Got kinda tired there. Let me sum this all up. Value Has exceeded cost my friend. Yes. Its worth buying. Its also a lot better rooted. Very easy to do.
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It is worth every penny! Anyway I don't know what do you want it to be productive for...
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It is worth every penny! Anyway I don't know what do you want it to be productive for...
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sending emails, tasks, fast multitasking ect. i work to much with clients so need fast and smooth and a nice camera.
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sending emails, tasks, fast multitasking ect. i work to much with clients so need fast and smooth and a nice camera.
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Yeah, it's all of that. Multitasking is the fastest/smoothest I've seen on any android device I've owned. I never knew multitasking was intended to be such a seamless experience before I started using this phone.
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sending emails, tasks, fast multitasking ect. i work to much with clients so need fast and smooth and a nice camera.
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If you need a phone with a nice camera. I would think twice about this. I have always had the best luck with Samsung when it comes to cameras. HDR+ on the Nexus 5 takes pretty good photos where there is light. Low light photos don't come out very well at all.
I like the N5 because it has a lot of nice features and there is tons of ROM development and performance is great, but when it comes to multitasking and photos, Samsung has multi window and good cameras usually. Development and updates may be hindered on a Samsung device though.
I have to agree with him^. You want super productivity. Go HTC. You want fast and smooth? Nexus. You want awesome camera. Samsung. You want devs to make it all of the above? Nexus 5 hands down. The support I feel on my first nexus device. This one. Is amazing
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sending emails, tasks, fast multitasking ect. i work to much with clients so need fast and smooth and a nice camera.
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It does all of that and it is pretty fast! Previously I owned a SG3 for one year and the change with the N5 is immediately noticeable. The camera is way better than the SG3, not so much than the SG4 or G2 at low light conditions. In my case I wanted a top phone for 400eu (32GB one), where the android version come first (with the SG3 was really annoying) and I found the SG4 and G2 too pricy :cyclops:
It comes down to 1 question... do you want a pure Google experience or do you want a phone with LG's user interface on top? Personal preference.