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Hi XDA community!
My name is Richard Skrubis and I am the founder and CEO of DIMPLE, INC.
Me and my team has been working on a new product for the past 18 months, and we finally feel that it is (almost) ready for the prime time.
We will launch an IndieGogo campaign on May 6th. in hopes to make this product a tangible reality, someday found on retail shelves around the world.
DIMPLE is a small sticker with four buttons that you attach to
the rear (for some gadgets front + rear) side and configure the functionality
of those buttons to your own liking- for example turn on the flashlight,
take a picture, launch an app or call your buddy etc.
You can learn more here - http://dimple.io
Last month we received the first mass production batch of 250 prototypes + packaging, and are now actively testing them. We need user feedback to be able to fix any issues present in the current iteration and to make sure that the first big batch has no problems that we should have taken care of a long time ago.
We would like to expand our current Beta tester user base and would like to send out up to 50 DIMPLEs to test interesting use case scenarios.
If you get chosen to take a part in this- you agree to provide monthly feedback by filling out a feedback form till September 2014 and agree that we may contact you if we have any specific questions to ask about your experience.
If you want to participate in creating the final version of this product, please reply to this thread by stating your current device manufacturer and model. Extra details like if you use a case on your gadget or any other accessory that might be of relevance to us would be kindly appreciated.
We are looking for unique case+ device combos, devices we have not yet tested (we have tested most of the current and last gen flagship devices), or devices that are region specific.
Applications for beta testing DIMPLE are open till May 4th.
Thank you in advance! Any opinions on the product itself are welcome and I will try to answer any questions you may have in a timely manner. If you have any concerns or suggestions you would not like to share publicly, please PM me or contact me directly - [email protected]
EDIT: THE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. WE WILL GO THROUGH THE REPLIES AND SEE WHICH USERS SEEM FIT TO TEST THE PRODUCT.
SORRY FOR LACK OF REPLIES TO THE QUESTIONS DUE TO LIMITED RESOURCES AND TIME.
Richard. :highfive:
Interested in giving feedback, running a Google Nexus 5. (we spoke on IRC)
I'm highly interested in beta testing this!
Moto X with a Supcase Unicorn Beetle case
Absolutely! HTC One with slickwraps case(?).
I'd love to help test!
I've got a galaxy s4 running 4.2.2, Jelly Beans ROM, And I also have a Hyperion 75000 mah extended battery that I use sometimes, I can test out how that does/doesn't work with it and try to find a way to work it. I switch between that and a regular battery with the S-View case or a cheap plastic clip on one.
Beta testing
Hi Dimple creators,
I would like to beta test the product for you, currently have a Nexus 5 and a Nexus 7.
Please let me know if you would like my input.
pluck me
I ordered a pressy. ....waiting,... so yeah I love extensability
Samsung Galaxy Note 1 n7000, international version
motto x
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Samsung Galaxy note 10.1 2014 edition
I would like to give it a shot! Sprint Samsung Galaxy SIII with Cyanogenmod 11 running. Naked; no case
I would be very interested in DIMPLE, as I'm annoyed of lack of dedicated buttons on a device usually.
My main problem, we could say, is self inflicted as I like to keep my home screen clear and I try not to use numerous screens, hence problem is that most of the apps I use daily are in drawer which slightly annoys me.
I already backed Pressy Kickstarter project.
I use Nexus 7 with Poetic magnetic case and Nexus 5 with Spigen Neo Hybrid case
P.S. excuse my English
I would be interested in beta testing as well! I'm running CM 10.2.1 on a VZW Galaxy SIII, with a case.
Just bought a Refurbished Note 3, which I use on the AT&T Network. I currently have UAG Aero Case for it. Not sure how it would work through the case, but I would be willing to use this caseless/or a thinner case. I am interested in integrating the NFC with Tasker as well, so we'll see how that goes
It would be very cool to beta test for you guys. I personally have a GS3 with a Zerolemon NFC-capable battery and their proprietary TPU case. The NFC functions great, I use it for payments when I can and to bypass the log-in steps on my bank app using Tasker (hold my device to my pocket—wallet has an NFC tag—and instantly see my bank account information).
Aside from the GS3, I have access to multiple devices (part of my job), which include: GS4, GS5, Note 2, Note 3, Nexus 5, Nexus 7, HTC One M7 & M8.
My personal device is rooted and runs SlimKat, while the other devices are constantly being rooted and unrooted with various stock and AOSP ROMs.
I think I could be helpful in testing and exploring the functionality of Dimple, and its potential for pairing with apps like Tasker are kind of exciting.
Awesome idea!
I'm currently running a Nexus 5 with about 4 cases that I switch off with (Spigen, caseology, etc).Currently running stock 4.4.2 + xposed framework. I often flash other ROMs as they update.
I would love to help you out with testing if your in the need.
Thanks.
Amazing idea! I am definitely interested in testing and purchasing this product. Currently running a Verizon Galaxy Note 3, I may use the Samsung S View cover with wireless charging in the near future.
Thanks!
EDIT* forgot to mention that I also have a Nexus 7 that I can test with.
I would love to give this try and help you.
Running stock on N7 (folding case) and stock + rooted on N5 (no case).
Interested in Testing
I'm very interested in test the product out, as well! I have both a Google Nexus 4 and an HTC One (M7), both of which I use with a case.
I would love to participate and help your product reach its full potential. Current Devices are Samsung Galaxy S4 Verizon currently stock 4.3 unrooted and a Hi Sense Sero 7 pro tablet with NFC. Good Luck to you either way.
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Would love to be a part of this awesome project. I currently have a T-Mo Note 3 which would this would be perfect for because of its size. I use a third party back cover 'Bubble pack' otherwise it's pretty naked. Its running stock, though rooted.
Other devices are a Nexus 7, No with leather flip case and Nexus 7 with glass back case. Thanks and Good Luck guys!
Quick question, will these be coming in a variety of colors? Thanks!
I'm running a Nexus 5 and I swap between my Ringke slim case and my Spigen Neo Hybrid case.
I would really, really like to help test this
This is an interesting device I want to help you guys test. I have a Verizon galaxy s4 unlocked, rooted, running omnirom on 4.4.2 , additionally I have a zero lemon 7500 mah battery (it does have nfc) which I normally use, but I do also have several regular batteries I used to swap around. Also, I have a pebble which is almost always connected to my phone through Bluetooth. I also have a nexus 10 which is stock, unlocked, and rooted.
got a note 2 want to upgrade it to laest model
confused between note 4 and edge ,
which one would you recommend from your experience
.can you post some comments from your experience .
thanks
I guess its all come down to whether u want something different. For me i really like the edge with that unique side pannel. Also i find even though screen is similar....the edge is more natural in colour...while note 4 is brighter. Least but not last...if you really love custom rom...the note 4 seem to have better support..For me im very happy with my edge.
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I am on VZW, so when the Note 4 came out I got one. Love it. Note Edge came out, got one too.
Was hard to make a decision since I love them both but I ended up choosing to keep the Edge.
They are almost identical and completely different at the same time. For example:
Note 4.
Little bit bigger display (I noticed this specially on the keyboard, the keyboard a bigger on the Note 4)
Feels more natural in the hands, more like a phone if that makes sense.
Battery life is a little better
I think the Note 4 may get updated sooner than Note Edge and will probably get better support from developers
Note 4 has a better feeling, feels more premium, more solid.
Note Edge
Feels a little thinner, I'm not sure if it really is
With the edge, I was able to put most icons there and not my home screen is clean. I love that.
Seems silly, but the edge looks more futuristic, modern and I really like that. More people ask about it...
Today, I'm very happy with the Edge, love it. Don't regret my decision.
Edge is it...
I also own the N4 & the Edge, to sum it up I Swappa'd my N4. Dispite the locked bootloader I love this Note Edge device. Battery is not bad but nothing like the N4, I cant wait for the next Note Edge generation.
My reason for buying was to support real innovation. I feel like Samsung stepped it up with the Edge display and metal materials while still retaining the removable backplate.
But if you're a VZW customer, I recommend waiting for the Note Edge Developer edition.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SM-N915VMKEVZW?CID=AFL-hq-mul-0813-11000279
If you have small hands, Note Edge is not suitable for you IMO. Because it's wider than Note 4. My fiancee can not handle it with one hand. She's got Note 4 and happy with it. Yes Note Edge looks weird at the first look. But it's bright. And thinner than Note 4.
The notifications, the night clock, the quick access to apps, the way it handles calls, the tool bar, and the extra edge programs makes it a hands down winner to me. If the screen size and battery were the exact same the note 4 probably would have only been released in limited edition instead of the other way around.
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I've had my Edge (AT&T) for 6 days, and today and left it at home in favor of my Note 2. I think it will go back to the store this weekend. Side by side, for normal daily tasks, my rooted Note 2 is actually quicker and more responsive than the stock Edge. If the ATT Edge could be rooted, I'd probably think more highly of it, but my other complaint is that when I hold it in one hand, my finger tends to fall on the edge panel causing the main screen to ignore my thumb input. Also, the sharp edge at the top of the phone is uncomfortable when I press it up to my ear.
It's kind of disappointing because I watched this phone from the day it was announced, and counted the days until I was upgrade eligible. I'll continue to rock my beater Note 2 until the Note 4 gets rooted, then probably switch to that. In the meantime, the recently released Ditto Note 4 ROM has given me a newfound appreciation for my Note 2.
Feels like the Edge is curved the wrong way for holding it like a phone, the exact opposite of Motorola's nice curved backs and definitely less ergonomic than the Note 4. Plus it's wider making it that bit more exaggerated. If you factor in dev support it's an easy decision.
Hi all,
I currently have the Note 2 and ready to pull the trigger on a new Note. The trick is, I honestly can't decide between the 4 or 5. I've read all of the other 4 vs 5 threads and I'm so conflicted about the loss of the SD Card/Battery swap option. - I want to hear from real life experiences!
On other sites, the Pro Note 5 users say that the Note 5 is "just better". So can anyone here tell me why? is it really that much faster - or is it simply a clean phone and will slow down once it gets filled up??
In an effort to not turn this into just another 4 vs 5 thread I ask that you only respond if you have used both phones and your honest 1st hand opinion on the 5.
Thanks!
Richard
It really has more to do with your needs. If you don't need more than 64 GB on the phone and can use cloud for every thing else. And if you are willing to carry a small back up battery for those days when you can't give it a bump charge. I would go for the 5.
Sent from my ZenPad through dial up.
ramiss said:
Hi all,
I currently have the Note 2 and ready to pull the trigger on a new Note. The trick is, I honestly can't decide between the 4 or 5. I've read all of the other 4 vs 5 threads and I'm so conflicted about the loss of the SD Card/Battery swap option. - I want to hear from real life experiences!
On other sites, the Pro Note 5 users say that the Note 5 is "just better". So can anyone here tell me why? is it really that much faster - or is it simply a clean phone and will slow down once it gets filled up??
In an effort to not turn this into just another 4 vs 5 thread I ask that you only respond if you have used both phones and your honest 1st hand opinion on the 5.
Thanks!
Richard
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I owned both the Note 4 retail and developer edition and can say I like the Note 5 more hands down. It runs much smoother, has a far better camera, speaker and spen plus you can theme it with the theme app built in. I would rather it not had the glass back but it's well protected with the Otterbox commuter I have. For me the lack of a ExtSD and removable battery isn't issue. I have the 64 gig model and have 32 gigs left without any need for cloud storage. I'm not a power user so the battery lasts me about 4 days on average witch is far more than the Note 4 did. The newest update on the Note 4 is terrible for the battery. My wife still has the Note 4 and thankfully I did a safe upgrade so I could revert to KitKat if needed. Sad to say I had to revert back because of battery issues. Having root wasn't very exciting with the developer edition I had so that's no big loss to me. For ad blocking I'm using Adblock browser that works well. I would have to say it comes down to storage and being able to update without worry between the two. I hope this helps.
I only give dishonest opinions, so I should probably bow out of this... ?
I had both phones. Like both of them. I don't find the note 5 that much better, but I do think it is better. Removable battery and SD card aren't important to me.
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I am, without a doubt, happy with my Note 5. After a few weeks of the new device, I tried my Note 4 again, and it felt ancient and unreliable. It's the first device I've owned where I don't feel the need to hack it due to instability or lag. The screen is fantastic, the performance is great, the S-Pen is keen, it's Android..., and it's just better. Lol. It feels great in the hands, too. I didn't think I was going to like it, and was super pissed off about the lack of a removable battery and making my 128Gb MSD card obsolete, but it was quickly made up for. It also gave me a reason to use some of the 100-some blank discs I've had laying around collecting dust as I've been using Bluetooth with the N4. No regrets.
I really like my Note 5. The thing I miss about the Note 4 are the smart select using the s-pen and the s-pen was easier to take out.
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I have had a note 5 and still have a note 4. The note 4 has sdcard slot and removable battery and ir blaster but the note 5 is better in every way but those things imo. I may buy another note 5 64 gb to try again and see if i can live without sdcard and removable battery!
Thanks to all for the feedback. I'm ordering the Note 5 tonight!
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Thanks to all for the feedback. I'm ordering the Note 5 tonight!
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Nice, I don't think you will have any regrets. It's one of the best phones I've had in a while.
The spen and spen apps felt better and more user friendly on the Note 4. Everything spen related feels stripped and slightly dumbed down on the Note 5. It really just feels like a big phone with a stylus now instead of a "Note". That said, I like it..but I'm not in love with it.
The themes in the theme store are garbage too. Don't be swayed by thay
Never had a Note 4 but I'm happy with the Note 5. It's the first phone I've had that I can't root though. Between the exclusive features TouchWiz has, and discovering non-root alternatives for some of my needs I can live with it.
With that said, once I'm ready to upgrade again I may hold out for something in the big screen market that can be rooted. I really miss the bigger screen and better speakers of the HTC One MAX, but everything else is better on the Note 5.
Does note 5 have the ability to wifi tether?
I believe some users are using an app called Foxfi
Had the note 4 and the note 5 is better imo. Faster, feels more premium, love the bottom speaker. Battery life is fine for me can't remember the note 4 battery life but it's at least the same, 32gb is fine for me so those two are off the table.
Definitely better than the 4 with Verizon. VZW Note 4 was a disaster especially if you upgraded to L.
The only thing I think was crazy was SEC omitting the IR blaster. It's on the S6 and worked extremely well.
The glass back is fragile so you do need to wrap it up with a protective case unless you're the type that never drops anything.
The biggest thing with both the Note 5 and Edge+ is the camera. Manual mode especially. Best camera I've used in any smartphone, period. And I have a G4 and iPhone 6s+. Neither of those can touch the Note 5's camera.
The S pen is also noticeably improved. TBH, I've had every Note since the first and I've never really used the S-pen. On the Note 5 I'm using it a LOT more. I like the functionality of pulling out the pen and being able to draw notation instantly on whatever's on the screen. That's a winner right there if you're into sports like football!
Battery life is great and being it's themeable and ad guard works as good as ad-away I'm dealing OK without root. Even with stock TW this thing is blazing fast. With the hardware, it should be!
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The spen and spen apps felt better and more user friendly on the Note 4. Everything spen related feels stripped and slightly dumbed down on the Note 5. It really just feels like a big phone with a stylus now instead of a "Note". That said, I like it..but I'm not in love with it.
The themes in the theme store are garbage too. Don't be swayed by thay
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i disagree the theme store is sweet. the material dark is awesome and gives the phone a whole new look that you cant do on the note 4. now is the note 5 64 gb gonna be ok for me? IDK time will tell
Edit: Once i loaded my like 30 gb of photos from note 4 to note 5 the 5 didnt feel as fast anymore and neither were benchmarks. might be a better phone but that sdcard slot and removable battery wins again for me! Note 4 FTW
I have had both and I do like the 5 better. I was an early adopter of wireless charging and have struggled to make wireless charging work on phones like the Note 4, the Note 5 wireless charging is excellent. The out of the box battery life seems better with the Note 5, at least from my memory of the note 4. I am OK with 64gb so I found I didn't mind that I couldn't add to it. The overall performance is smoother, the fingerprint scanner is WAY better. I lost the Note 5 stylus on day one which was annoying... I must have tapped it to make it pop out and I never did find it. I think you can't go wrong either way but I was extremely frustrated with the Note 4 fingerprint scanner when I had it so if that is important to you the Note 5 is the way to go.
Any help would be great guys. I currently have a s6 edge on att but looking to switch to T-Mobile. I love my s6e but since I'm switching and have an option on changing devices on intertaining the note 5.
I never owned a note line always had galaxy series. Is it too big and gauky in your pocket. Is it comfortable to hold to your ear? Is the spen actually something you use?
Any pros and con's would be great.
The guys
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It kind of depends on if you think you will use the S-Pen or not. I personally found the Edge+ to be a little gimmicky. After you get over the awe of the curved screen, I felt that the Note had way more to offer. Both phones are identical aside from the S-Pen features for the Note or the curved screen and software that comes along with that. You have to decide what you think will fit what you plan on using the phone for.
I've been a note owner since the first iteration. For me, with medium to large hands, holding the note for any purpose, including phone calls is quite comfortable, although I use my bluetooth headset most of the time. I seldom use the spen, although the note while off function has come in handy a few times.
The device sits nicely in my jeans or coat pockets.
It comes down to personal preference.
I would go to Best Buy and play with both phones and decide for yourself.
Note 5. But then again you are in note 5 section. If I go ask in s6 I am sure they will pick they own phone.
I've had both, for me personally, I chose the Note 5. The dual screen is beautiful but it gets boring after a while and its not as comfortable to hold in your hand.
Note5 way to go.
I had the edge 6 and switched to the note 5, I prefer the larger screen, feels better in hand, stylus is a plus, and I got a free wireless charger for signing up for samsung pay.
Personally I prefer the note 5
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I had the edge 6 and switched to the note 5, I prefer the larger screen, feels better in hand, stylus is a plus, and I got a free wireless charger for signing up for samsung pay.
Personally I prefer the note 5
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I just switched myself. Tried signing up for Samsung pay but it won't take any of my 3 cards?
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Note 5 is huge I prefer my old s6edge
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so no responses from you to the people who took time out to give you their feelings especially after you referenced your 80 views. I think most people think that phone decisions should be made by the end user after review and of course test driving a few at the stores. Also if you get jump on demand if you dont like one you can get the other.
So basically a thread asking for help with Google and a store to try things out at dont really make sense to me but with all that said did you choose a phone? No disrespect to you either these are just my thoughts... :good:
Hate to say it because of all the hype surrounding the release of the Note 7 but this phone is not impressing me so far. Sure the waterproofing and edge screen is pretty nice but besides that what do we have above and beyond the Note 5 or even the Note 4? The 7 seems a bit heavier, the edge screen is much easier to damage in the event of a screen down drop, battery life is terrible compared to the Note 4 I'm coming from, Bluetooth connections are not reliable at all with any player I have, speaker sound is not the greatest, and I find the touch screen to be not sensitive enough to the point I have to double and sometimes triple press the screen to select something. Really trying to like it but I don't know?
On the other hand, my wife got the S7 Edge and side by side there's not a huge difference in screen size. Also, her phone is much more responsive to touch input, no Bluetooth issues, bigger battery, and at the moment $150 cheaper than the Note 7 (2 year deal @ Best Buy). I'm contemplating a return to get the S7 Edge and put some cash in my pocket or returning it to wait for the new iphone 7 coming out in a few weeks? Or better yet reactivating my Note 4 which felt pretty good in my hand today when I fished it out of the drawer.
Just felt the need to post my concerns with this new wonder phone and see if anyone else is having second thoughts about their purchase?
I agree. The screen sensitivity is a real issue. Always accidentally selecting stuff when swiping and other times it's hard to select things.
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Hate to say it because of all the hype surrounding the release of the Note 7 but this phone is not impressing me so far. Sure the waterproofing and edge screen is pretty nice but besides that what do we have above and beyond the Note 5 or even the Note 4? The 7 seems a bit heavier, the edge screen is much easier to damage in the event of a screen down drop, battery life is terrible compared to the Note 4 I'm coming from, Bluetooth connections are not reliable at all with any player I have, speaker sound is not the greatest, and I find the touch screen to be not sensitive enough to the point I have to double and sometimes triple press the screen to select something. Really trying to like it but I don't know?
On the other hand, my wife got the S7 Edge and side by side there's not a huge difference in screen size. Also, her phone is much more responsive to touch input, no Bluetooth issues, bigger battery, and at the moment $150 cheaper than the Note 7 (2 year deal @ Best Buy). I'm contemplating a return to get the S7 Edge and put some cash in my pocket or returning it to wait for the new iphone 7 coming out in a few weeks? Or better yet reactivating my Note 4 which felt pretty good in my hand today when I fished it out of the drawer.
Just felt the need to post my concerns with this new wonder phone and see if anyone else is having second thoughts about their purchase?
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I agree 100%
The blutooth issue is my biggest dislike with the phone. I'm giving Samsung/Sprint 14 days to hopefully push out an update to fix some of these problems otherwise it's gonna be the Galaxy S7 Edge for me.
LouRock said:
I agree 100%
The blutooth issue is my biggest dislike with the phone. I'm giving Samsung/Sprint 14 days to hopefully push out an update to fix some of these problems otherwise it's gonna be the Galaxy S7 Edge for me.
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I just returned from Best Buy with my old Note 4 re-activated and I seem happier now. It was tough not getting the S7 edge with the $199.00 deal BB has right now along with free gear watch or sd card but I'm going to hold out for the new iphone 7 and see what apple brings to the table before I decide.
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I just returned from Best Buy with my old Note 4 re-activated and I seem happier now. It was tough not getting the S7 edge with the $199.00 deal BB has right now along with free gear watch or sd card but I'm going to hold out for the new iphone 7 and see what apple brings to the table before I decide.
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Each person has his/her own experience. At launch, it is tough to say what issues will last and what won't. The note7 has been great for me, and I'm not experiencing any of the lag, touch screen, bluetooth, or battery issues I've heard others complain of. If you can be happier with a cheaper phone, though, I always say, go for it!
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Each person has his/her own experience. At launch, it is tough to say what issues will last and what won't. The note7 has been great for me, and I'm not experiencing any of the lag, touch screen, bluetooth, or battery issues I've heard others complain of. If you can be happier with a cheaper phone, though, I always say, go for it!
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Same for me, its been fine for the most part. I didnt like the keyboard so downloaded google keyboard and that fixed typing problems. BT I've only used my headphones with no issue. Battery has been better that my note 4.
I use Nova launcher, package disabler, google keyboard and SD maid to keep it clean. So far its been good. I put animations at .5 from 1 and turned on force 2D GPU.
For me, battery life has been great and I've had no issues with bluetooth after 5 days of use (so far I've only connected my LG Tone to bluetooth). I'm coming from a Note 3, as opposed to most of you probably coming from a Note 4. I normally would've upgraded to the Note 5 following a 2 year pattern, but didn't for many reasons. It was an internal struggle for me to pull the trigger on the Note 7, but ultimately I couldn't resist. If my current phone was a Note 4 I probably would've waited for the Note 8 2017. At least Micro SD is back with the Note 7. And I'm surprisingly impressed with battery life, although I'm still very skeptical about it's longevity. I would've easily paid the same amount for the phone if they just put in a removable battery. The Edges do nothing for me except make me worry more about dropping my phone. I don't like the fact that it's narrower in width. I realize Samsung is trying to sell more units and suck in as many people as it can, but the Note was made to be a specialty powerhouse device. I personally feel that the regular S series phone should be the main flagship, the S series Edge should be the 2nd fall flagship that battles the Iphone, and the Note series should be geared toward the power users who truly appreciate the phone for it's function and not for it's gimmicks and style. I'm keeping the Note 7 for now, but I'll probably pick up a Note 4 just in case. Do I like it or not? It's still too early to tell, but the cons seem to outweigh the pros. FYI, if you're unhappy with the direction the Note series has been going the last 2 years, let Samsung know about it. I've been sending them suggestions since before the Note 5 was released, requesting a Note Classic version. It would build on from the Note 4 with the highest quality current hardware and software, completely unlocked, etc...