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Cost will be less for the S6 Edge (per month - TMobile Jump on Demand)
Is there a battery performance difference since the Edge has the different screen?
If I do, it will be tomorrow.
Apart from a curved screen what'd be the point?
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Cost will be less for the S6 Edge (per month - TMobile Jump on Demand)
Is there a battery performance difference since the Edge has the different screen?
If I do, it will be tomorrow.
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well you should definitely go for the s6 edge, has slightly bigger battery not really noticeable...for the rest is the same.
but that curved screen is worth it in my opinion...it looks amazing i would say the most beautiful phone on the market, the s6 looks like an s5, s4, just with that glass in the back which looks nice btw.
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Apart from a curved screen what'd be the point?
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Mainly lowering the cost of the phone.
When I signed up for Tmobile Jump on demand I got a 32gb S6 for $24/month
If I use one of my jumps I can jump to a 128gb S6 Edge for $17.50/month - 4 times the storage space for roughly $7 less per month (I could go 32GB for $13.50 but I'm already pushing the limits of my 32GB S6 storage wise).
I just wish the US had gotten the Green S6 Edge.
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Mainly lowering the cost of the phone.
When I signed up for Tmobile Jump on demand I got a 32gb S6 for $24/month
If I use one of my jumps I can jump to a 128gb S6 Edge for $17.50/month - 4 times the storage space for roughly $7 less per month (I could go 32GB for $13.50 but I'm already pushing the limits of my 32GB S6 storage wise).
I just wish the US had gotten the Green S6 Edge.
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If you can save its worth it, I just don't get how you can save for what is a more expensive model with higher storage too :silly:
It's like saying should I get rid of the Mini because I've been offered a cheaper deal on a Bugatti Veyron
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If you can save its worth it, I just don't get how you can save for what is a more expensive model with higher storage too :silly:
It's like saying should I get rid of the Mini because I've been offered a cheaper deal on a Bugatti Veyron
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It's a promotion they're running. I also lowered my plan from $140 to $120 for the same amount of data/lines
I did the opposite. Actually had the 32gb edge+ for a few days... Didn't like it at all. Don't take me wrong though, the curved screen is undeniably sexy but I found it to be really uncomfortable, slippery and impractical... Therefore utterly annoying for my everyday usage.
I have big hands so... More often than not, I find myself using the device one-handed... And that was simply a no-go with the edge screen for me... I never had the confidence for managing it with one hand, always felt insecure about it, as I constantly feared it dropping or slipping out my hand...
Sold it. Bought a 64gb flat S6 "duos" (dual sim, version 920fd) instead and never looked back. The first moment I had that flat screen again in my hand, I knew that's what I should've bought in the first place. It just felt right in my hand, I was confident again about managing the device one-handed.
Plus a few others details... Nothing major but, the S6 edge+, curved screen additional functions are absolute gimmicks, it didn't had an IR blaster, which I quite missed from my LG G3 so... And finally I really didn't like how the edge screen distorted text images and the worst of all, THE REFLECTION of the curved screen under direct sunlight... Not cool at all.
But hey! That's just my opinion. I'm sure most users are happy with it as it is... Not for me though.
hi all , when the s6 came out i took the regular version and never looked back , as i didin't really care for the edge on the device , it seemed gimmicky to me (personal preference)
however with the s7 i'm kinda undecided , i dont really want the edge version , but i do want the larger screen and the larger battery...
any thoughts to help me decide what one to choose this time ?
should i take the plunge and go for the edge and hope i get used to it and like it ,
or stick with the non edge version .
Easy decision. You want the bigger screen & battery life, go for the edge. The display is a gimmick, but it's just an extra feature; it's not going to hurt your experience.
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Easy decision. You want the bigger screen & battery life, go for the edge. The display is a gimmick, but it's just an extra feature; it's not going to hurt your experience.
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Exactly what I was going to say. The only edge feature I ever used on my S6 was people edge, so the screen was pretty gimmicky. That being said, it is a gorgeous piece of hardware and the edge screen does not detract from the user experience at all.
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Exactly what I was going to say. The only edge feature I ever used on my S6 was people edge, so the screen was pretty gimmicky. That being said, it is a gorgeous piece of hardware and the edge screen does not detract from the user experience at all.
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With that said, how long did it take for the S6 Edge to have root access? T-Mo version?
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With that said, how long did it take for the S6 Edge to have root access? T-Mo version?
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I don't think it was that long. Tmo generally has unlocked or unlockable bootloaders. I didn't pick mine up right at launch since I was on ATT at that point, but I switched a few months later and there were already plenty of kernels and ROMs available.
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With that said, how long did it take for the S6 Edge to have root access? T-Mo version?
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The S6 was rooted before launch, but the method trips Knox, T-Mo has unlocked bootloader so it should be fine. But I've read that with 6.0 the chance of rooting without Knox 0x1 is zero.
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After handling the S6 Edge, I prefer the standard layout, but I am really pleased that it appears Samsung will be putting the exact same internals in both the S7 and S7 Edge. Other than battery size, which is logical as there is simply more room in the larger device. I've found it disheartening that so many makers have been putting significantly better hardware in phablets than the more traditionally sized flagship smartphones. I would have seriously considered the Nexus 5X had it been simply a physically scaled down version of the 6P, but they crippled it to a point where it isn't worth considering for me.
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After handling the S6 Edge, I prefer the standard layout, but I am really pleased that it appears Samsung will be putting the exact same internals in both the S7 and S7 Edge. Other than battery size, which is logical as there is simply more room in the larger device. I've found it disheartening that so many makers have been putting significantly better hardware in phablets than the more traditionally sized flagship smartphones. I would have seriously considered the Nexus 5X had it been simply a physically scaled down version of the 6P, but they crippled it to a point where it isn't worth considering for me.
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Very true! I liked the look of the 5x better, and would have gone for it. But the 6p was clearly the one to go for.
As for the S7, I'm undecided too. Personally I also considered the edge, but went for the S6 and never looked back. It just felt so much more premium in the hand to me, and I felt that whilst the edge looked awesome, it was still a gimmick (not unlike the Note with its SPen). I many notes, and I think I barely used the SPen.
But I have to say, the S6 battery was trash (despite charging very quick), so I'm thinking edge this time around for the bigger battery.
Still on the fence. I think I need to see them in action, then decide.
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Edge vs S7 Go standard
I went with the note 5 after asking my friend who works as a tech for sprint. He told me that since the edge+ came out [this was only 1 month into the release] that he had seen approximately 4 edge+s' with extensive damage: meaning the restorative process cost was a minimum of $100 per 1 s6 or note 5.... also bear in mind;75% of the time a new device was required because of the digitizer would often malfunction during whatever caused the screen crack e.g, a drop. When i asked why he said "pick it up" it felt jagged on both sides, and without a stylus I'd just prefer the smaller phone or if you must buy the edge, (probably because your edgy to and you like to push your hands gripping skills to the max!) Just know that your probably going to end up needing some stupid case that makes it impossible to get your phone out of your pocket, but it will work. If you go cheap on your case and find the slim fitting one your edgier than I thought you were, and richer to...
My concern is the 'edge' being exposed when the phone drops (never owned one), but with the supposed increase in edge functionality / features on this one, I'm very tempted. The Always On display on the edge (again literally) also looks pretty sweet.
Normal S7 vs. Edge
Simply as said by others. If you want to go for a bigger display, more power in your hand than go for Edge ...
Here are few things which makes S7 differ from edge:
S7 Edge:
5.5 inch display
Exynos / Snapdragon
Curved edges
3500 mAh battery (as rumoured)
Also, i think the normal Galaxy S7 is curved from back while flat on front. But Edge version will have flat back and curved in front. Which make is pretty stylish.
Boom: https://news.samsung.com/global/get-things-done-faster-with-the-newly-enhanced-edge-screen
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Boom: https://news.samsung.com/global/get-things-done-faster-with-the-newly-enhanced-edge-screen
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This news may just swing it for me. This morning I was learning towards S7, but if the edge functionality is like this, it'll be the edge for the win!
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Today Samsung Released a video showing some of s7 features.
specs include an IP68 (or IP67) rating, a 12 MP camera, a 2800 mAh battery, and microSD support.
What I'd like are weight specs. Does the Edge feel like a small boulder in your hand? Very curious about that.
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Simply as said by others. If you want to go for a bigger display, more power in your hand than go for Edge ...
Here are few things which makes S7 differ from edge:
S7 Edge:
5.5 inch display
Exynos / Snapdragon
Curved edges
3500 mAh battery (as rumoured)
Also, i think the normal Galaxy S7 is curved from back while flat on front. But Edge version will have flat back and curved in front. Which make is pretty stylish.
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Let's wait and see
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Boom: https://news.samsung.com/global/get-things-done-faster-with-the-newly-enhanced-edge-screen
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This opens up a whole lot of possibilities. Would be great if we could add Tasker shortcuts etc.
I have a similar feature on my phone via omnirom, extremely useful; changed the way I use my phone making it so much more convenient.
I currently have the S6 edge and sometimes when I'm laying on my back holding the phone, it's almost impossible for me not to accidentally touch one edge of the screen, can't have a proper grip on the phone. The edge features are completely useless and I disabled them 1 month after using the phone (Android 6 might introduce functionality to them though).
If you want more battery life and better aesthetics, go for the S7 edge. If not, I highly recommend the S7.
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I currently have the S6 edge and sometimes when I'm laying on my back holding the phone, it's almost impossible for me not to accidentally touch one edge of the screen, can't have a proper grip on the phone. The edge features are completely useless and I disabled them 1 month after using the phone (Android 6 might introduce functionality to them though).
If you want more battery life and better aesthetics, go for the S7 edge. If not, I highly recommend the S7.
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https://news.samsung.com/global/get-things-done-faster-with-the-newly-enhanced-edge-screen
Will.1 said:
This opens up a whole lot of possibilities. Would be great if we could add Tasker shortcuts etc.
I have a similar feature on my phone via omnirom, extremely useful; changed the way I use my phone making it so much more convenient.
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This article has a little more info on the new edge panel features: http://9to5google.com/2016/02/15/android-marshmallow-galaxy-s6-s6-edge/
Hey guys I'm going to preorder my Phone today.
I'm just so indecisive on which one I should get. I went from the Note 3 to iPhone 6 Plus. I want to get back to my Sammy but I don't know which one to get.
What bothers me about the edge is the, well, edge part. It's bigger yet I feel like the sharp corners don't give u a good grip. On the positive side it's a bigger display.
The regular S7 looks to be much better of a feel on the hands.
What do u guys think? Am I being too hard on the edge or do some of you feel the same way.
Oh one last thing. I feel it would be a lot easier to break the edge screen.
Thanks
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Well sounds like you want the regular S7.
I had my hands in both and both feel comfortable in hand but the S7 feels better in my opinion. Don't really care for the edge.
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im in the same vote as you i preordered both devices , i have the reg s6 atm , the edge never apealed to me , i though tit looked cool but as for usefullness i find the edge gimmicky however seeing as how the reg s7 is curved on the back already and me wanting a larger screen and bigger battery i am taking the plunge and going edge version for this s7 upgrade , i always use a flygrip on the case of any device i have so holding it inst a problem . and the edge features can be disabled if needed.
Thank you both for your inputs. I'm gonna order the S7 non edge. Enjoy your devices guys.
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Hit up BestBuy and give them both a try and see which feels better, S7 Edge might feel like a bad grip because of the screen but it isn't, you can also add a case and get a better grip no worries.
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Hit up BestBuy and give them both a try and see which feels better, S7 Edge might feel like a bad grip because of the screen but it isn't, you can also add a case and get a better grip no worries.
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That's a great idea. That way I get a hands on before buying. Thanks
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That's a great idea. That way I get a hands on before buying. Thanks
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Exactly, I was settled for the S7 but then I gave them a try at BB and liked the S7 Edge better cause of the looks, bigger battery and the screen is bigger but doesn't feel as big as a 6 inch phone.
Well guys I completely fell off the wagon. I ended up getting the Note 5 32GB instead. I went to the T-Mobile store and felt much happier using the Note than the S7 or S7 Edge.
Don't get me wrong I was much impressed with the S7 but before leaving to an iPhone I was a note 3 user. Probably one of my favorite devices of all time to be honest. Anywho the important part is that im back with Samsung and Android.
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Well guys I completely fell off the wagon. I ended up getting the Note 5 32GB instead. I went to the T-Mobile store and felt much happier using the Note than the S7 or S7 Edge.
Don't get me wrong I was much impressed with the S7 but before leaving to an iPhone I was a note 3 user. Probably one of my favorite devices of all time to be honest. Anywho the important part is that im back with Samsung and Android.
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I had the note 5 and my battery was terrible. I'm a power user. I upgraded to the edge just for the battery and have been satisfied since day one. Plus the development on the note 5 really slowed down.
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I had the note 5 and my battery was terrible. I'm a power user. I upgraded to the edge just for the battery and have been satisfied since day one. Plus the development on the note 5 really slowed down.
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With the current ROM and Kernel my battery life is great IMO
I had the edge and I returned it for the s7 and I'll tell you why. It's basically the only thing that bothered me... The edge function is nice, but the edge screen and it's shortcut thing has 0 use for any other app at all, and it makes the other apps really weird looking to me. Instagram for instance, the picture is warped around both sides and drove me crazy. Nothing else is meant to be viewed with 10 percent of the screen warped on the sides. Facebook the same thing. Even some buttons like the like button or whatever would be half on the bent edge, so you would have to hit them on the corner and it just bothered the crap out of me. That's just my thoughts obviously, but I couldn't deal. It was such a relief to have the s7 screen after that.
I have had both versions and US (Tmo) and International. I have to Say International (Exynos) regular is the one to go with. It's simply amazing ! I got better battery and gaming performance and ......... NO carrier BLOATWARE ! SM-G930F is the model number I have. Also It's rootable (not sure as of right now if US models are) but in future they may be as well.
Good luck !
I watched a lot of videos and read a lots of articles and reviews before I decided that I want a new Samsung phone and I thought that S7 would be the right choice for me. But then when I went to the local store and put my hands on both of S7 and S7E I just completely changed my mind for S7E.
Initially I had only one concern for S7E that it is too big but it is turned out tahat actually it is not as big as and having edges making this phone really nice and easier to use plus it has bigger battery than S7.
So my suggestion would be if you have Samsung store somewhere around just go in and physically touch both of the phones and play around a bit this way you can make proper decision. No one else can make it for you.
Good luck with your choice! :good:
I have the opportunity to keep any one of these great phones, the Note 5 or the S7. I've been on the Note 5 for months now, and it's been such an amazing phone... it's really hard to change it.
But I've had an S7 for the past weeks, and I've been able to switch for a few days, and then go back to Note. But recently I think I'll be sticking with the S7 and probably sell my Note 5 (I get anxious just thinking about it).
Some of my thoughts for doing this:
1. Soon there will be a Note 6 (and hopefully it will be waterproof, amazing, etc) So selling my Note 5 right now might be a good idea.
2. My hands have actually been thankful for the size change. I have big hands, but damn using a regular S7 feels so good in my hands. It feels a bit heavier, but it's much comfortable to hold.
3. It's waterproof. Initially I didn't make much of it being waterproof, but now I can tell it's quite a big deal. I brings a new level of relaxation regarding phone safety.
4. External SD. Not much to add. It's great.
5. Both have 3000 mAh. It's a decent size. (Though I've got to say that my Note 5 for some reason gives me way better performance. Both stock Rom. Both stock Kernel. Both MM)
So yeah. I guess I'll keep the S7. Smaller size has really felt good. It's a freaking great phone.
What do you guys think?
I'd personally sell the n5 based off the price you will get vs when the n6 gets released.
Also ext SD, waterproof and smaller size is my priority.
I think you decided on the s7 by the end of your post.
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I think you decided on the s7 by the end of your post.
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Yes, I'm gonna try to sell my Note 5. It's phone I've loved the most.
But you know, I've got a trip coming soon, and God willing I'll be able to take my kids with me. It seems to me that being able to just have that extra SD cards space, and the waterproof advantage, I'd have to be dumb not to take this small S7.
I guess it's the reason that so many reviews are calling it the best phone there is.:good:
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I have the opportunity to keep any one of these great phones, the Note 5 or the S7. I've been on the Note 5 for months now, and it's been such an amazing phone... it's really hard to change it.
But I've had an S7 for the past weeks, and I've been able to switch for a few days, and then go back to Note. But recently I think I'll be sticking with the S7 and probably sell my Note 5 (I get anxious just thinking about it).
Some of my thoughts for doing this:
1. Soon there will be a Note 6 (and hopefully it will be waterproof, amazing, etc) So selling my Note 5 right now might be a good idea.
2. My hands have actually been thankful for the size change. I have big hands, but damn using a regular S7 feels so good in my hands. It feels a bit heavier, but it's much comfortable to hold.
3. It's waterproof. Initially I didn't make much of it being waterproof, but now I can tell it's quite a big deal. I brings a new level of relaxation regarding phone safety.
4. External SD. Not much to add. It's great.
5. Both have 3000 mAh. It's a decent size. (Though I've got to say that my Note 5 for some reason gives me way better performance. Both stock Rom. Both stock Kernel. Both MM)
So yeah. I guess I'll keep the S7. Smaller size has really felt good. It's a freaking great phone.
What do you guys think?
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Did the same thing too, sold off the N5 three days before it went on sale in my country, managed to score a last-minute pre-order for the S7, though I didn't get the color I wanted (black), but got gold instead.
Anyway, unlike you, I didn't like the Note 5. I actively despised its battery life, found its size too big, and also felt the S Pen was an inconvenience rather than something actually useful. However, there are a few things I've noticed with the two phones:
1. Standby performance is much better on the S7 than Note 5. Maybe it's because my Note 5 was on Lollipop, but despite multiple factory resets, adding a different Google account, etc, the phone never managed to drain under 1% an hour. Maybe the Exynos 8 Octa is helping.
2. Strangely, battery takes longer to charge on the S7. Not slightly longer, but noticeably longer. I remember my Note 5 would juice up from nearly dead to full in 70 minutes no matter what, while the S7 sneaks up closer to 100.
3. Speakers are worse on the S7 than Note 5 IMO, but would gladly pay that price for waterproofing.
4. Reception is also worse on the S7. This seems to be an issue mainly because my Note 5 was a single SIM model (N920I), while the S7 is dual (G930FD). I don't use both SIMs (my second slot has a 32GB Samsung EVO Plus SD card instead), so this was the biggest thing I gave up when switching.
5. Camera is almost exactly the same. Focus is much faster, field of view is wider, but when it comes to the actual quality, there's barely any difference, even in low light (have my dad's S6 edge+ to compare with).
6. And yeah, oh my god, I much prefer the S7's size. I don't have small hands by any means, and nearly bought the OG Nexus 6 a year and a half ago, so the Note 5 was well within what I defined as acceptable. But after using the Note 5 for 7 months, then coming back to a smaller phone, OMG it's so convenient. It's something you don't realize you want until you come back and you think you never wanna give up. Would gladly sell my S7 and get a mini version if that has a 4.8" display or less (any resolution is fine) while the rest of the specs are the same.*
*But despite that I'll probably buy big phones anyway if they match what I want
I made the switch and don't think I can go back to larger phone. I love the S7 size.
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I am coming from the Galaxy S7 Edge, and was convinced I would get the Galaxy S8. I really like the S7E, but occasionally found it just a tad too big in the pocket depending on what pants I wore. Then I walked into Best Buy and saw both phones side by side. After playing around with both for 15 minutes, I have to say I am leaning towards the S8+ now. The S8 just looks too small, while the S8+ seems to be a close match to the S7E. It's almost the same width, but about a quarter inch taller. I'm also thinking the S8+ is going to have a small advantage over the S8 when it comes to battery life. My one hesitation is how tall the S8+ is. By the time I put a case on the S8+, is it going to be too big to pocket?
Anyways, I'm just curious what size you guys/gals are going to get. Please post your response in the poll.
Thanks!
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I am coming from the Galaxy S7 Edge, and was convinced I would get the Galaxy S8. I really like the S7E, but occasionally found it just a tad too big in the pocket depending on what pants I wore. Then I walked into Best Buy and saw both phones side by side. After playing around with both for 15 minutes, I have to say I am leaning towards the S8+ now. The S8 just looks too small, while the S8+ seems to be a close match to the S7E. It's almost the same width, but about a quarter inch taller. I'm also thinking the S8+ is going to have a small advantage over the S8 when it comes to battery life. My one hesitation is how tall the S8+ is. By the time I put a case on the S8+, is it going to be too big to pocket?
Anyways, I'm just curious what size you guys/gals are going to get. Please post your response in the poll.
Thanks!
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I felt the same way when I walked into a T-Mobile store, I wanted the S8 regular at first, but after seeing them side by side, the regular was just too small. The Plus looked fine to me, maybe because I'm so used to carrying a bigger phone around. Coming from the V20, even with a case on the S8+, I think the size will be comparable.
I've ordered the S8 but am now having the same dilemma. Would the S8+ be too big? I like phones that aren't phablet territory and can be used one handed. The narrower width helps on the S8/+ I suppose.
Is there anywhere in the UK we can actually see the devices?
Second consideration is paying another £90 for an already expensive phone which will only see a 0.5inch difference in screen size and all else staying the same.
I don't even know what a 'normal' price for a flaghship is these days (last I paid was about £360 for the Axon 7 and even looking at a comparison with the S8 it's hard to see £320 of difference in the S8)
I'm a shorter person, smaller hands. The 8+, while nice, was just too big. My wife has the iPhone 6plus and its too big. The 8 should be just right.
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I am coming from the Galaxy S7 Edge, and was convinced I would get the Galaxy S8. I really like the S7E, but occasionally found it just a tad too big in the pocket depending on what pants I wore. Then I walked into Best Buy and saw both phones side by side. After playing around with both for 15 minutes, I have to say I am leaning towards the S8+ now. The S8 just looks too small, while the S8+ seems to be a close match to the S7E. It's almost the same width, but about a quarter inch taller. I'm also thinking the S8+ is going to have a small advantage over the S8 when it comes to battery life. My one hesitation is how tall the S8+ is. By the time I put a case on the S8+, is it going to be too big to pocket?
Anyways, I'm just curious what size you guys/gals are going to get. Please post your response in the poll.
Thanks!
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I already pre-ordered the S8, which already took me an hour of playing with the phones to end up with that decision. However, I've gone back there a few times since (enough so that the guy working in the Samsung Experience area recognizes me, lawl), and I'm still debating between the two.
I'm getting the S8 no matter what, however... it's the size that driving me up the wall. The more I compare the two, the more I'm leaning towards the S8+, as the S8 is starting to seem small to me (and this is coming from someone with small hands, lawl), but I don't wanna willynilly switch my pre-order like crazy, as I don't wanna be known as that girl who keeps on changing her mind on the phone. XD Even if they're nice to my face, as that's part of the job, I know they're totally judging, haha.
I still have time to sleep on it and it's not like money's an issue with the plans. I wouldn't be paying much more. If Best Buy didn't have their pre-order deal, I would totally get the regular one because I'm not paying $100 more for the larger phone. With the deal, the S8+ is the same price as the regular S8 at full price and only $50 more than the S8 is. Totally muddles everything, haha.
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I've ordered the S8 but am now having the same dilemma. Would the S8+ be too big? I like phones that aren't phablet territory and can be used one handed. The narrower width helps on the S8/+ I suppose.
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Ditto on this dilemma. I keep going to Best Buy to compare the two and I'm starting to lean towards the S8+. But, I wanna be 100% sure that I wanna switch my pre-order before doing it. I'm coming from the S6, so the S8+ is similar width, but taller. I'm also scared that adding a case will make it too big. Would be soo much easier to decide if they had cases there, but those aren't there yet.
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I already pre-ordered the S8, which already took me an hour of playing with the phones to end up with that decision. However, I've gone back there a few times since (enough so that the guy working in the Samsung Experience area recognizes me, lawl), and I'm still debating between the two.
I'm getting the S8 no matter what, however... it's the size that driving me up the wall. The more I compare the two, the more I'm leaning towards the S8+, as the S8 is starting to seem small to me (and this is coming from someone with small hands, lawl), but I don't wanna willynilly switch my pre-order like crazy, as I don't wanna be known as that girl who keeps on changing her mind on the phone. XD Even if they're nice to my face, as that's part of the job, I know they're totally judging, haha.
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Glad to see I'm not the only crazy one here. I went to Best Buy today to see the phones, but didn't preorder yet. Thinking about going back tomorrow.
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Glad to see I'm not the only crazy one here. I went to Best Buy today to see the phones, but didn't preorder yet. Thinking about going back tomorrow.
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I swear I'm usually not THIS indecisive about a phone, haha! XD The hardest thing is USUALLY the color, because up until now, that was the case, but even then, it didn't take an hour to figure that out. Think why I ended up picking the S8 originally to pre-order was because it's similar in size to my S6, but taller and skinnier.
Even then, the S8+ wasn't completely overwhelming for me, but thought the same concern that I think of now, will it be too tall/thick once I add a case to it? I don't plan on adding something like an Otterbox to it, but something like my Spigen Galaxy S6 Case Slim Armor. If they had cases already, this would help sooo much, but nope.
Went to Best Buy today... and I have decided on the s8+. The big screen is overwhelming but it will take little getting used to. I think the deciding factor was the bigger battery.
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Went to Best Buy today... and I have decided on the s8+. The big screen is overwhelming but it will take little getting used to. I think the deciding factor was the bigger battery.
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Oh yeah, so just as an update, I ended up cancelling my S8 pre-order and changed it to the S8+. The more I compared the two, the more I felt that the regular one was a bit small. I've never had a phone as large as this, so this... will be a VERY interesting experience. But, compared to other large phones on the market, this one doesn't feel unwieldy.
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Oh yeah, so just as an update, I ended up cancelling my S8 pre-order and changed it to the S8+. The more I compared the two, the more I felt that the regular one was a bit small. I've never had a phone as large as this, so this... will be a VERY interesting experience. But, compared to other large phones on the market, this one doesn't feel unwieldy.
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I actually meant the big screen isn't overwhelming lol. I think you made the right choice.
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I actually meant the big screen isn't overwhelming lol. I think you made the right choice.
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Haha, yeah, was wondering what you meant by it being overwhelming. Yeah, I think so too. I still have some concerns with cases, but, regardless, I'm VERY excited for launch day!!!
I went with the S8 as I've had larger phablet phones like the xperia z ultra (one of biggest phones of them all) to the nexus 6 and overall i just prefer phones within 5 to 6 inch range that i can preferably use mostly 1 handed.
S8! For me ist the + to big![emoji16]
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I nearly got the S8+, since it's only a tad big taller than my 3T! But thinking logically, I probably have difficulties reaching the top of the phone... The size isn't the problem, its' reaching the screen etc.
But yeah I have ordered it from Argos, Buy it now pay 12 month later
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I nearly got the S8+, since it's only a tad big taller than my 3T! But thinking logically, I probably have difficulties reaching the top of the phone... The size isn't the problem, its' reaching the screen etc.
But yeah I have ordered it from Argos, Buy it now pay 12 month later
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Same here..i ve made 3 trips to best after i ordered the S8 but each time i am trying to convince myself to cancel and order the S8+, i just couldnt.
I couldnt havent pull the notification bar down with one hand..and that fingerprint scanner? Forget about reaching it.
So yea sticking with the S8
A lot of launchers have swipe down gestures to pull down the notification bar, but i'm still sticking with the s8.
Coming from an unwieldy Nexus 6P, I decided to go for the S8 and sacrifice some battery life for one-handed usability.
I have an S8+ on pre-order. There is no way of holding the device until release date in the UK, all stores have a device locked to their stand only. I am thinking it will be okay, I use my phone so much for Sat-nav and when I am at work I don't use my phone that much. I really wanted to go to a much larger screen, it definitely will be coming from an S6 Edge with that being a 5.2 inch screen or whatever. I do worry a little about the fingerprint reader, battery life, and size of the screen. There is 1 handed mode though for a reason to get best of both worlds.
I've gone for the S8 plus. I found the S8 to be a nice size but still fumbled a bit when typing. The plus was that much better size for me. I could also reach the whole thing one handed both front and back.
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Preordered the S8+ but after going into the galaxy store in NYC and playing with the phones realized what a lot of other people have said - its just a tad too big. Also, on that bigger phone, the 'infinity' display just seems less impressive. The wow factor is definitely bigger on the smaller unit (if that makes any sense). So I had ATT switch my preorder (without losing my place in line).