is it possible? i've switched from a Note 7 to the Edge, as i'm sure many would love to have that functionality, even without an S-Pen. With Root and a Note 7 port it is working, is it possible that anyone has found something that works without rooting the Edge?
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Hey all! I have owned the S6 for 4 months now and previously owned a Note 4 for 6 months.
I'm thinking to go back to the Note 4 and ditch the Note 5. What do you think?
Well, question for you is what size of display is better for you. Personally i switched from Note 4 to the S6 because Note was too big for my small hands. Also S6 has new touchwiz that is incredibly fast for me. It's like 50% faster than old version.
Note 4 has old fingerprint scanner. If you're thinking about Note 5 then you need to know about size. I was talking about this.
doxiarski said:
Well, question for you is what size of display is better for you. Personally i switched from Note 4 to the S6 because Note was too big for my small hands. Also S6 has new touchwiz that is incredibly fast for me. It's like 50% faster than old version.
Note 4 has old fingerprint scanner. If you're thinking about Note 5 then you need to know about size. I was talking about this.
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Size doesn't matter, the functionality and battery life does for me. I dont know if the 5.1.1 on the note 4 has the new touchwiz. But from the reviews I've read, note 4 seems more efficient than note 5
I put this here as a conversation piece, and because I thought some of you T-mobile folk might either be waiting to buy an Edge 7, and use a Note 5 as your DD, or have an old one after you upgraded to an S7 Edge itself.
Either way, you probably would want to see this:
https://youtu.be/bu6Bvr1WxeE
Making me hate my purchase even more
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We had that on the Note 4 and Note 5. Nothing new. On the Note it's harder to slide the edge panels out, especially whrn you have the case on.
You can't actually turn a note 5 into an s7 edge, hate these type of videos
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You can't actually turn a note 5 into an s7 edge, hate these type of videos
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They DO convert your Note 5 software to the S7 Edge's software, tho. Just not the hardware itself.
These roms have their place. I used lots of them converted to work on my old Note 3 (Note 4, Galaxy S6, Note 5 etc). However, underneath it's obviously limited by the hardware of the older device. In particular the camera. Some features won't be supported, simply because the hardware is different. For example, I have read Always On Display on any device prior to the S7 can't be activated and the device be in deep sleep, which means the feature will have a far bigger battery hit. Not sure how accurate that is.
This is my personal observation. I have owned every Note since the 2. I had the Note 5 for almost a year prior to upgrading to the Note 7. While the Note 7 was really a nice device (I have returned it and repurchased a Note 5 64GB Tmobile Version), I did notice the following differences:
1. The Note 7 I/O speed was much slower than the Note 5. I restored my device using SmartSwitch, so both devices had the same exact software installed.
2. The Note 7 had horrible lag using the Gear VR 2016 version, most apparent when streaming videos or graphic intensive games. I would always have to optimize memory before using the Gear VR, or the lag would be severe. The Note 5, is rock solid using Gear VR, with little to no lag(I am running stock Tmobile 6.01 ROM.)
3. While I do miss the curved screen on the Note 7, I couldn't find a screen protector that wouldn't stop peeling within two weeks after installing(The S7 Edge and previous edge devices were easier to apply screen protectors due to the larger radius of the edge). I couldn't find a glass screen protector that wasn't attached by just the edges(this is a horrible design that allows dust to get between the protector and the screen.) The Note 5 has many awesome Glass Screen Protectors.
4. I do miss the always on display on the Note 7, but I never used the Edge Display Stuff, just seemed like fluff that would take up valuable system memory. The curve did make the phone easier to hold without a case, but who does that?
5. I also miss the Grace UX, but not the combining notifications of the last Note 7 update(they should have included the option to turn off.)
6. Due Note(pun intended) that the Note 7 never really got the chance to run with a fully optimized ROM due to the obvious recall, but I felt like the Note 7 was hindered by the GPU/CPU, it should have been buttery smooth like the Note 5 when it was first launched, it felt more like the disaster that was the Note 4 when the 5.0.1 ROM was released(later corrected with 5.1.1 ROM.)
I am ultimately happy with the Note 5 for the next year, until they release the Note/Pro 8. I really don't feel the Curved Screen adds any value to the power user, and makes it more difficult to use the pen, and provides a difficult surface for screen protectors.
Hopefully with the note 7 recall we will begin to see some more development here on the note 5 again! It has been getting pretty quiet in here and im sure there is a lot more that can be done with this amazing device that we currently have!
docangle said:
This is my personal observation. I have owned every Note since the 2. I had the Note 5 for almost a year prior to upgrading to the Note 7. While the Note 7 was really a nice device (I have returned it and repurchased a Note 5 64GB Tmobile Version), I did notice the following differences:
1. The Note 7 I/O speed was much slower than the Note 5. I restored my device using SmartSwitch, so both devices had the same exact software installed.
2. The Note 7 had horrible lag using the Gear VR 2016 version, most apparent when streaming videos or graphic intensive games. I would always have to optimize memory before using the Gear VR, or the lag would be severe. The Note 5, is rock solid using Gear VR, with little to no lag(I am running stock Tmobile 6.01 ROM.)
3. While I do miss the curved screen on the Note 7, I couldn't find a screen protector that wouldn't stop peeling within two weeks after installing(The S7 Edge and previous edge devices were easier to apply screen protectors due to the larger radius of the edge). I couldn't find a glass screen protector that wasn't attached by just the edges(this is a horrible design that allows dust to get between the protector and the screen.) The Note 5 has many awesome Glass Screen Protectors.
4. I do miss the always on display on the Note 7, but I never used the Edge Display Stuff, just seemed like fluff that would take up valuable system memory. The curve did make the phone easier to hold without a case, but who does that?
5. I also miss the Grace UX, but not the combining notifications of the last Note 7 update(they should have included the option to turn off.)
6. Due Note(pun intended) that the Note 7 never really got the chance to run with a fully optimized ROM due to the obvious recall, but I felt like the Note 7 was hindered by the GPU/CPU, it should have been buttery smooth like the Note 5 when it was first launched, it felt more like the disaster that was the Note 4 when the 5.0.1 ROM was released(later corrected with 5.1.1 ROM.)
I am ultimately happy with the Note 5 for the next year, until they release the Note/Pro 8. I really don't feel the Curved Screen adds any value to the power user, and makes it more difficult to use the pen, and provides a difficult surface for screen protectors.
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Hopefully with the note 7 recall we will begin to see some more development here on the note 5 again! It has been getting pretty quiet in here and im sure there is a lot more that can be done with this amazing device that we currently have!
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Flash the RiverRom and skyhigh kernel and your all set. I have been using this combo for months and its solid as a rock
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Flash the RiverRom and skyhigh kernel and your all set. I have been using this combo for months and its solid as a rock
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Im willing to check this combo out. Do you have a link to the thread? Is it a TMO or INT ROM? Didnt see it in the development section when I checked. Let me know Id appreciate it.
@slayer21011 Their you go http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3327198
you can find all the files I used here > https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=123723
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I purchased the TMO by pre-order and received it day one. I agree that there were memory problems with the Gear VR. My bigger problem was how fast the Note 7 heated up. This in turn caused calls to drop. 5 or 6 times a day. I returned it for a Note 5 the first day returns were allowed with TMO.
On the other hand, I loved the secure folder and being able to put apps, not just files or photos, into the folder. I hope someone comes out with a substitute for the Secure Folder using fingerprint. Perhaps Samsung will add it to the upcoming Nougat update for the TMO Note 5.
My Note Edge died last week....
I was actually very content with it... (Some marshmallow frustrations aside)
The key things I liked were:
- The independent Edge screen!!! I think I will struggle without this.
- The fact that it was an all rounder
Ie IR blaster, removable battery, microsd slot, spen etc.
I am looking at the S8+ as a potential replacement but am also considering tracking down another Note Edge and saving myself £4-500 ish.
I am not into mods and roms etc.
What would make the S8+ compelling enough to override what the Note Edge would provide me?
I think the 6.2 inch screen is one thing... But I think the area of the screen is similar to the Note Edge... It's just bigger on the diagonal?
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I want a Note 7! Nothing else will do. I never asked for 'Bixby'. I don't want 'Google Cards'. I don't want all this intrusive 'smart' nonsense.
Give me a Note 7 or be done with this new age of human made unnecessary technology.
Back to Nature. Actual Reality > Virtual Reality
Had this via Note Buddy pro on my last 3 Notes but Buddy seems to be dead as does Toolbox (the suggested alternative)
Does anybody know if and how this is do-able on the Note 20? I miss it
I was intrigued by the S-Pen lightsabre. I've never had a Note since the Note 2. Searched the web and found this:
Interesting indeed!
Note buddy has always worked for me. Note 8, 9, 10 and using it now on the 20 Ultra. Note buddy with lightsabre sounds.
You can side load s pen tool box to get the lightsaber sounds
https://youtu.be/u9BwT_C5Re4