Phab 2 Pro "Unavailable" on Lenovo and Lowe sites - Lenovo Phab 2 Pro Questions & Answers

Lenovo says "Temporarily Unavailable"
Lowes says "Currently Unavailable"
This doesn't look like just an out-of-stock situation; feels more like a "hold" while they resolve issues.

vaxheadroom said:
Lenovo says "Temporarily Unavailable"
Lowes says "Currently Unavailable"
This doesn't look like just an out-of-stock situation; feels more like a "hold" while they resolve issues.
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I just sold mines to someone else, but I feel that is exactly the issue for them being out of stock in both places. I originally tried to return it back to Lowes as per the return instructions that came with the purchase. Lowe's couldn't accept or return it for me, and I had to send the phone back off myself. The refund date would have taken 2-4 weeks after they received the phone, and I just decided to cut my losses and sell it. I went back to the Mate 8.

I hope they resolve the issues ASAP!!! I am optimistically hoping for Black Friday at the latest!!!
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VillaRegina said:
I hope they resolve the issues ASAP!!! I am optimistically hoping for Black Friday at the latest!!!
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Are you located in the US?

Yes!
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Yes!
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Honor Note 8.. 4GB Ram and they have the 32GB, 64GB, 128GB with expandable storage..I think this is more comparable than the Mi Max (had it)..better camera, software, and about the same as far as coverage (gets H+/4G) and 2G is still somewhat fast as far as web browsing and non strenuous games on the Note 8 but on Mi Max (gets H+/4G) but 2G is horrible..Note 8 have more accessories available than P2P
http://smartphones.specout.com/l/6676/Huawei-Honor-Note-8
I bought mines when I had it from here
https://www.tvc-mall.com/details/lenovo-honor-note-8-edi-al10-6-6-inch-android-6-0-octa-core-4g-smartphone-4gb-64gb-silver-sku26010221a.html?c=USD&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_campaign=cse&gclid=CjwKEAjw3Nq9BRCw8OD6s4eI5HASJABsfCIaPHAOTzZ-8u0NGj3GmItb3PSJ-lCqC38ajctnrVBOOhoCF-Dw_wcB
EBay have some
http://m.ebay.com/itm/6-6-Huawei-Ho...B-128GB-4GB-Kirin-955-Octa-Core-/401165562304

What issues are people having? I am not having any issues.

bm3epps said:
I just sold mines to someone else, but I feel that is exactly the issue for them being out of stock in both places. I originally tried to return it back to Lowes as per the return instructions that came with the purchase. Lowe's couldn't accept or return it for me, and I had to send the phone back off myself. The refund date would have taken 2-4 weeks after they received the phone, and I just decided to cut my losses and sell it. I went back to the Mate 8.
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Odd, I was able to return mine to Lowe's without any issues. Got my refund in 2 days. They didn't even check to see if the phone was in the box.

Kayphix said:
Odd, I was able to return mine to Lowe's without any issues. Got my refund in 2 days. They didn't even check to see if the phone was in the box.
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Why did you return it?

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Why did you return it?
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I was very disappointed with T-Mobile reception. Usually got 55 and 35mb/s at home & work respectively. Was only getting .5 and 3mb/s with the Phab, even after the network settings fix.

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Why did you return it?
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Kayphix said:
I was very disappointed with T-Mobile reception. Usually got 55 and 35mb/s at home & work respectively. Was only getting .5 and 3mb/s with the Phab, even after the network settings fix.
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I returned mine over the weekend, besides the slow speed on TMO, I couldn't get over no NFC, no exFAT support and had issues connecting to more than 1 BT device.

strawsy said:
What issues are people having? I am not having any issues.
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- Google+ will not install (see separate thread)
- Google is stating there is no Play store support for this device (see Google+ thread)
- Lenovo seems clueless when folks call them with issues
- Android Auto will not work on my car (works fine with my old Note4)
- Tango Constructor crashes
No one of these issues is major, but taken together they are significant.

I am definitely thinking about returning mine and biting the bullet on the Asus zenfone 3 ultra.

All the issues you guys listed don't make a difference to me so I see why I didn't notice any issues. I just ran a speed test and my speed was slow but could be my area. Also I think the Google+ is an issue with Google. I've read about several phones having issues with installing.

bm3epps said:
Honor Note 8.. 4GB Ram and they have the 32GB, 64GB, 128GB with expandable storage..I think this is more comparable than the Mi Max (had it)..better camera, software, and about the same as far as coverage (gets H+/4G) and 2G is still somewhat fast as far as web browsing and non strenuous games on the Note 8 but on Mi Max (gets H+/4G) but 2G is horrible..Note 8 have more accessories available than P2P
http://smartphones.specout.com/l/6676/Huawei-Honor-Note-8
I bought mines when I had it from here
https://www.tvc-mall.com/details/lenovo-honor-note-8-edi-al10-6-6-inch-android-6-0-octa-core-4g-smartphone-4gb-64gb-silver-sku26010221a.html?c=USD&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&utm_campaign=cse&gclid=CjwKEAjw3Nq9BRCw8OD6s4eI5HASJABsfCIaPHAOTzZ-8u0NGj3GmItb3PSJ-lCqC38ajctnrVBOOhoCF-Dw_wcB
EBay have some
http://m.ebay.com/itm/6-6-Huawei-Ho...B-128GB-4GB-Kirin-955-Octa-Core-/401165562304
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In my area I get terrible MMS text message service on phones not released in the US - both group texts and pictures. The phone will divide the group into individuals OR it will miss texts entirely OR it will miss pictures entirely... I cannot deal with that...
The Honor Note 8 does seem like an awesome phone! Better than the Mi Max! There would be no question that I would get that phone immediately if it was configured for the US!
Thanks for the heads up! I would probably sell my P2P to get an Honor Note 8 configured for the US...
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The Honor Note 8 looks like a better device, BUT it doesn't look like it can get 4G in the U.S. That's definitely a deal-breaker for me.

Speed seems good for me over WiFi (60/6) and Cricket (6/5). My home internet service is 50/5 and Cricket is throttled at 8. Reception also seems better than my Xperia Z3.

Why do you think that on the Lenovo website it says "Starting at $499.99"??? That implies that there are upgrades available (I am wishing for 128GB storage) that would make it cost more??? Thoughts???
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I hope they don't release bigger storage after I've already bought this one. I'm beginning to wonder of the ones sold by Lowe's weren't actually supposed to ship out yet. I mean why would Lowe's ship faster than directly from lenovo? I ordered through lenovo at first until I realized Lowe's was shipping and got it in 3 days.

It appears to be back on sale on Lenovo's site, but still listed as currently unavailable on Lowe's site.

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[Q] I can't take it anymore...Should I?

Alright...I have been waiting and waiting for a good android tablet...and right now...the Xoom is the best thing out... I know we have a few more options coming down the road...but it is just bugging the hell out of me that I don't have one yet. I just want to know from those that have a Xoom...was it worth it? Do you plan on selling it, returning it, or trading it in for another HC Tablet like the new Galaxy Tabs(sexy),G Slate...HTC whatever....or any others coming down the pipeline? Are the bugs too much to deal with....is the SD card slot not working...that irritating ...does no USB hosting make you want to throw it out the window...Do you get way too many FC's....are you really sick and tired of being shown Mobile Versions of web sites???? I guess my real question is....Are you happy?
Oh...I plan on surfing the web, watching some movies on an upcoming flight, playing some games, checking emails...ummm...facebook...twitter....normal stuff....if that helps at all
It's been one week now and l'm happy with it so far.
mh333 said:
It's been one week now and l'm happy with it so far.
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Anything that just totally pisses you off sometimes?
jlewis11 said:
Are the bugs too much to deal with....
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It's pushing it.
is the SD card slot not working...that irritating ...
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It's irritating that what I paid for is not what I got.
does no USB hosting make you want to throw it out the window...
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Personally, no. But I could easily see how it could.
Do you get way too many FC's....
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YouTube and the Browser constantly FC. It's ****ing annoying.
are you really sick and tired of being shown Mobile Versions of web sites????
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The browser is nothing short of crap. And other browsers I've tried are even worse... usually in terms of a horrid UI.
I guess my real question is....Are you happy?
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The jury's still out. If I get to day 85 of my 90 day Costco return policy and nothing has changed, it's going back. If Motorola/Google can iron out all the bugs, and I see a steady stream of high quality tablet apps, then I'm keeping it.
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Anything that just totally pisses you off sometimes?
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It's totally impossible to watch a YouTube video while browsing. If you click on YouTube it takes me like 5+ random clicks on anything to hopefully open the YouTube app... and then I pray that it doesn't force close... and if it does open I have to pray it doesn't freeze midway.
I'm with MikeyMike01, but also include the cold ghosting. I posted a question if anyone else noticed it, but only received a single reply saying they didn't notice it. I find it hard to imagine only my unit has the issue though.
I've also had issues with it taking sometimes 20-30 seconds for the screen to turn on after hitting the unlock button on the back.
I initially really liked it, but am now considering getting an ipad2.
I'm contemplating whether the 15% restocking fee is worth it (I got mine at Amazon)
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Get it from costco (wifi version) they have a 90 days return policy, anything better comes out during the 3 months am taking it back.
techniq35 said:
I initially really liked it, but am now considering getting an ipad2.
I'm contemplating whether the 15% restocking fee is worth it (I got mine at Amazon)
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My exact thoughts... sans restocking fee, since I got it at Costco.
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Get it from costco (wifi version) they have a 90 days return policy, anything better comes out during the 3 months am taking it back.
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This man speaks the truth.
I am glad that costco gave me a 3 year warranty... however I'm sure I'll upgrade within the first year lol.
Anyways, I love this tablet, I'm very happy I got it, and like he said costco gives you 3 MONTHS to decide if you like it or not! That's ridiculous! They accept returns no questions asked . I've returned the xoom twice and I didn't get asked a single thing. (unlucky with dead pixels)
edit: and costco gives you a free gel case!
At first I was going to buy the galaxy tab 10.1 (original version), but when I did see wifi only Xoom in stock at B&H I couldn't resist and ordered it. I just couldn't wait any longer.
After 3 days with it, I can say I'm happy with it.
Yesterday I started having hangs on the stock browser, I could scroll and zoom, but I couldn't click on any links. Only restart helped. So I removed the apps I installed yesterday and it seems the problem went away. So it seems the browser problems are somehow related to some apps that cause problems.
I haven't had any other problems.
bought it at Costco as well. Actually I'm replying this message on it.
I don't have any major issue with it and I love it! Don't care much about the motor gel case though.
damn thanks guys. Real honest answers....I couldn't wait...well I could but I got really aggravated at the end of the day from general life BS...so I ran out and picked one up to make up for it....Plus youngotta see for yourself. Any ways right? I had a boat load of Best buy reward zone certificates so I picked one up there...I figure I will play with it for a week and return it if I dont like it... but I feel like if I have any issues it will be more with honeycomb than the Xoom...and hopefully Google and Motorola will address them in the future. So far I'm liking it....I'm on it now.....here's hoping for a good experience or decent experience
my biggest complain so far is the screen. It just so washed out compare to my ipad. Heck, my Gtablet screen actually looks better (at the right angle of course). I love honeycomb though. It's a bit confusing at first, but now I don't think I can enjoy using a tablet with a different OS.
I got mine at costco also, so I'm not too worried about new tablets coming out. right now I'm very interested with the transformer. especially with its IPS screen. I just hope that it's built well like the xoom.

[Q] OPO pending shipment?

Hey all
I have my OPO on order for UK express delivery, I payed with paypal yesterday, how far along am I in the pipeline?
Whitts31 said:
Hey all
I have my OPO on order for UK express delivery, I payed with paypal yesterday, how far along am I in the pipeline?
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In my experience, I too am based in the UK, I went for standard delivery and it took around 7 days. If you chose express, I expect yours will be around 5 days.
Usually you'll get the email with your tracking number and the day after your item will be delivered.
Good luck. It's an amazing phone!
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In my experience, I too am based in the UK, I went for standard delivery and it took around 7 days. If you chose express, I expect yours will be around 5 days.
Usually you'll get the email with your tracking number and the day after your item will be delivered.
Good luck. It's an amazing phone!
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Have not had payment taken yet, is that sounding correct?
On the UK forums on OP forums. A lot of people had problems with express taking way to long compared to standard. Express can take sometimes up to two weeks as dhl will not deliver without OP telling them they need to. Just ask EddyOS. Standard does seem the way to go. But hopefully you get it quicker then most everyone else who did express. But myself I did standard ordered it Thursday 28-08 received Sat 30-08!!
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On the UK forums on OP forums. A lot of people had problems with express taking way to long compared to standard. Express can take sometimes up to two weeks as dhl will not deliver without OP telling them they need to. Just ask EddyOS. Standard does seem the way to go. But hopefully you get it quicker then most everyone else who did express. But myself I did standard ordered it Thursday 28-08 received Sat 30-08!!
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Yeah, I had a bit of a mare!
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Yeah, I had a bit of a mare!
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How are you getting on with yours? Have you had any problems to note?
nathlynn22 said:
How are you getting on with yours? Have you had any problems to note?
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I actually sold my first one as I had issues with Sky Go not working (not on their white list and it detects the rooted nature of CM11S) and the low in-call volume but I've ordered another one this morning so hopefully gonna have better luck with it on 4.4.4 (as I sold it on 4.4.2). I've got my Nexus 5 for backup for now...
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I actually sold my first one as I had issues with Sky Go not working (not on their white list and it detects the rooted nature of CM11S) and the low in-call volume but I've ordered another one this morning so hopefully gonna have better luck with it on 4.4.4 (as I sold it on 4.4.2). I've got my Nexus 5 for backup for now...
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Hmm OK. I do feel like I've started to get problems using 33r. Recent apps don't seem to be closing or opening properly. Which I always had happened to me using cm11. Call volume is abit on and off sometimes yeah. Sky go problem is a pain but I've rooted anyways. I have problems sometimes with audio playback sometimes the music just cuts out it still counts down the seconds of the audio file but no output have to pause and press play again which pees me off. All in all it is an abit of an annoying phone. Plus the never settle motto annoys me. But just going to stay with the phone now though. Need to sell my HTC one max though to make money back.
my brother got his within the week3

Sprint Galaxy Note 5 Thread

I had to fight with UPS today for 2 hours, but I got my Galaxy Note 5. In short, I'm glad I got it. I'm sure, like always, each carrier will have their differences, but this is one SLICK SEXY phone.
Out the box I had 25%, I burned through it just doing app updates and setting up my information on the phone and then I tried the Wireless Charging...Guys, it's good! Like really good! I don't even have the Fast Wireless Charging dock. I have the Samsung Galaxy Mini Wireless Charging Pad and that finished up in just over 2 hours, so that Fast Wireless Charger is going to charge as fast as the end of a Prom date. Don't prejudge the phone over what you heard. Use it.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
Guess u don't use much storage, that's why u don't have a problem with it. And of course you're going to notice a decent bump in performance coming from a note 3. I've warned everyone I know to not upgrade to the 5 and either get a note 4, or don't drop their 4 cause of Samsung pulling them.
I had to fight with ups as well. Somehow ups got my address wrong... It was either ups or Sprint. Either way I have it.
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Do you get simultaneous voice and data (without wifi) or is it crippled like the note 4?
gtr2009 said:
Do you get simultaneous voice and data (without wifi) or is it crippled like the note 4?
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Is what i want to know as well
gtr2009 said:
Do you get simultaneous voice and data (without wifi) or is it crippled like the note 4?
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No VoLTE, Ive had the phone for 3 days and it doesn't work.
gtr2009 said:
Do you get simultaneous voice and data (without wifi) or is it crippled like the note 4?
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Is what i want to know as well
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Sprint doesn't have VoLTE yet into their network.
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Guess u don't use much storage, that's why u don't have a problem with it. And of course you're going to notice a decent bump in performance coming from a note 3. I've warned everyone I know to not upgrade to the 5 and either get a note 4, or don't drop their 4 cause of Samsung pulling them.
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i use tons of storage... i carry at least 8TB of hard drives everyday. i just don't install many apps and music is all cloud based now for me. movies are kept on a segate wifi drive, i always have a otg adapter and flash ready, but most of the time i just stream netflix/amazon. the majority of my internal storage on my devices are now roms or flashing related crap.
because of the number of devices i have i find it easier to do it the way i do rather than have redundant info on multiple devices - still happens sometimes and i forget which tablet/phone has a certain movie or song... still can find my damn Fried Chicken from Beatnuts!
i started not using an external sd when i got my s4, just as a test, and it worked out for me. so getting an n6 and n9 wasn't too much trouble as i knew what to expect.
though i do think the removal of the SD slot isn't b/c they studied that most people don't use it, but rather that people are suckers and will toss an extra $100 for 32GB.
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though i do think the removal of the SD slot isn't b/c they studied that most people don't use it, but rather that people are suckers and will toss an extra $100 for 32GB.
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Totally agree with this. Iphone suckers have been dealing with this the whole time. I've only have known like 2 iPhone users that would pay all that money for a 128 gb iPhone. Most got the 16 or 32 gb versions and became very limited on what they put on their phone.
just got my order in. not time to play with it yet. damn, i forgot that samsung switched to 16:9 ratio. makes this thing less massive than i thought (huge negative for me). it's the same width as the note 2 but ~3/16 taller.
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Sprint doesn't have VoLTE yet into their network.
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The funny thing is that i could do this with my note 3. My daughters had motorola Photon and the other had an Evo LTE and both of those phones could do it. So im not sure how Sprint claims that their network doesnt support it when it clearly can
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The funny thing is that i could do this with my note 3. My daughters had motorola Photon and the other had an Evo LTE and both of those phones could do it. So im not sure how Sprint claims that their network doesnt support it when it clearly can
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Bingo! The N3 had the dual antenna...
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Bingo! The N3 had the dual antenna...
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Tri-band phones are not supported for talk/talk at same time. Sprint Spark did this
Sprint can't even get the listing of the processor correct.
Just went to the sprint store to look at it. Here's the sign showing the specs.
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Wasn't asking about volte as that is not phone related at this time. Was asking if the phone itself was capable, as in dual radios.
Guess I'll stay on my note for the foreseeable future. Samsung and Sprint both going backwards. Sucks.
How to root?
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How are the radio and antenna. Are you picking up better signal
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How are the radio and antenna. Are you picking up better signal
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This is actually something I would like to know as well. Thought about picking up one of these as well as a S6+
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How are the radio and antenna. Are you picking up better signal
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I now get lte in my basement which I didn't get on my note 3, so I would say yes for me at least. I can stream videos and watch YouTube in my room now finally. I'm very happy with this device. I just had to put all of my music on Google play store and put my pictures on one drive and I now have plenty of free storage space and am not at all worried about no SD card at this point. I did get the 64gb
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That shouldn't be up, stores were directed to take that sign down.
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Sprint can't even get the listing of the processor correct.
Just went to the sprint store to look at it. Here's the sign showing the specs.
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Sep 29th - Not released yet

Anyone notice this did not show up on Amazon today as promised?
Covered already in this thread. I know it's easy to miss when there are so many threads and posts in this sub-forum!
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Covered already in this thread. I know it's easy to miss when there are so many threads and posts in this sub-forum!
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Normal,, the thread title and subject are absolutely not about the release date ....
I emailed them and this was their reply:
"Unfortunately the release for this device has been delayed a little. It should be released within the following weeks. We apologize for the long wait and appreciate your patience."
Within the following weeks is extremely vague a timeframe. It could mean 2 weeks from now, 3 weeks from now, or next week. Which one? I'm certainly not banking on next week of course. Dual SIM with good specs at good price point is why I'm still with it, disappointed and all.Still nervous about software updates considering the company's reputation.
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Maybe they are waiting for a Marshmallow release. Tgat would hedge the lack of updates issue for a year or so, but I think the odds are slim to none
I would love it if Marshmallow were the real reason, eh? I surely don't bet on it. There have been two other things cited-something about software and something about the quick chargers. So who really knows why. When it comes to updates, one thing that also counts is bugs and fixes, staying on top of things like that. Asus is decent with that with their Zenfone. In the short time I had mine, I had regular firmware updates.
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I think I'll be still getting this phone. The bang/buck is just too big to ignore.
Even if I keep it stock, I think I'll be happy.
I'd like to still use Android Pay, and I don't think anyone's found a way to use it w/ a custom ROM (I could be wrong, but I haven't seen it).
I highly doubt they're holding out for Marshmallow, that's another 3-5mos of work in all reality...
Pure XL release delay
Blu posted on their Facebook page last week that the phones are ready to ship, but that they are waiting on the phone chargers from their vendor. Also state they'll post a release date update this week.
I don't want to spend another $300 on top of this phone, but that new Windows XL phone w/ Continuum is spiffy!
1st time I thought I would want a Windows phone too...
Matty77 said:
I don't want to spend another $300 on top of this phone, but that new Windows XL phone w/ Continuum is spiffy!
1st time I thought I would want a Windows phone too...
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same and then I remember how buggy my wife's 1020 was. i actually like the OS but the apps have been subpar. gotta have those gapps.
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same and then I remember how buggy my wife's 1020 was. i actually like the OS but the apps have been subpar. gotta have those gapps.
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True that
Windows echo system and applications will just never catch up. Example black berry.
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Agreed. I switched to Windows for a little while just to test it out and while I mostly liked it, I still ultimately prefer Android. My credit union doesn't have a Windows app and the mobile browser in my Windows phone didn't work correctly on their site so I couldn't do my banking so there were some quirks. Things like that but it still was mostly a decent phone that I might still use as my second line for the time being until I can get a good dual SIM phone.I'm using a not all that great but so so Alcatel go phone right now along with my trusty Note 3.
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there is a page on Amazon now: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01612PVV8/ref=ya_st_dp_summary
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Some people on Twitter say they ordered even though the page says temporarily out of stock. we'll see what happens. . . i'm going to wait for now.
How can it be out of stock when it was never in stock? I'm holding off anyway because of an LTE concern that I brought up in another thread. I also would opt to wait until they came in stock anyway. And then if I saw that the LTE band that is missing is confirmed as not one near my house, I don't know, I MIGHT still consider this phone. I was looking forward to it delay and all until I read a review that it is missing support for an LTE band. (on both AT&T and T-Mobile for that matter. I'm on AT&T) I mean, I want proper coverage if I'm outlaying the $$$$. So then again, maybe I still would bypass it as I expect full LTE if it is being promoted as such. Will have to see how that unfolds.
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I might get this as a backup phone. If anything I'll return it if I don't like it. Amazon is the best when it comes to stuff like that.
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I already figure that I'd least get phone reception just fine, (my 4G backup Alcatel go phone on second line is serving that purpose currently just fine and isn't LTE of course) whereas on the Zenfone2 because of the second SIM only being 2G, that part did in fact make a difference and I couldn't even use the second SIM for calls. This is why I'm being fussy. I'm sure the Pure XL will give strong phone coverage so I'd probably be okay there, but I do still hold to wanting my full LTE access and I want to see if this gets addressed. I mean, I want LTE for data usage when I'm in non WIFI areas. First though this phone has to actually be out in actual use so we can find out already!
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I put my pre-order in anyway as I have been running tests on LTE bands in my area assessing the concern I have with not having Band 5 for it, and my area doesn't seem to use Band 5 anyway, so I'm willing to take the gamble. No idea though of a shipping date.
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People's phones are being shipped now of course and some have them now. Mine is now due for delivery Thursday 10/22. Gold is currently in stock. Grey is available for pre-order. No word yet on the black one.
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Note 5. No WiFi connection.

I just got my Note 5 and, after connecting it to my WIFI, it shows "connected" but I can't open anything on the Web while connected to WiFi. The Speedtest app always says "network communication issues". I was able to use the wifi a couple of times, but lost it again. I talked to a Verizon agent and he tried a few things. Nothing worked. He connected me to a Samsung customer who simply told me that the problem was related to my router, not the phone. However, my Note 3 is connected to the same router and I have never had any problem. And all my other devices work with no problem on the same Wi-Fi. Anyone had or know of a similar problem? At this point I am simply thinking about returning the phone and going back to my Note 3
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Could be a hardware malfunction. If it's happening and you just got the phone, that's what I'd lean towards. Can you connect to other WiFi hotspots? If so and it works just fine, then it might not be so simple.
I have a similar problem like this with my note 5. I have had mine a little over a week now and my issue is for some reason my note 5 will continuously connect to WiFi and disconnect and reconnect back to WiFi and it would do this every 5 mins. This is causing my phone to have terrible battery life but on 4G my phone will last about a day and a half to 2 days. My WiFi signal is Very strong the phone says but it would still lose connection to it. I myself came from the Note 3 and my note 3 never lost connection to my WiFi. I have a Netgear router wireless N+ and i use the 5Ghz output on it. Lately now i noticed its getting better its not disconnecting as much as it was when i first got the phone i don't know why its weird. I was about to return it thinking it was a hardware issue. I was told that the Note 5 is going to be getting marshmallow update soon by best buy so maybe that will include a fix for these WiFi issues and battery drain issues.
Wendemixda said:
I just got my Note 5 and, after connecting it to my WIFI, it shows "connected" but I can't open anything on the Web while connected to WiFi. The Speedtest app always says "network communication issues". I was able to use the wifi a couple of times, but lost it again. I talked to a Verizon agent and he tried a few things. Nothing worked. He connected me to a Samsung customer who simply told me that the problem was related to my router, not the phone. However, my Note 3 is connected to the same router and I have never had any problem. And all my other devices work with no problem on the same Wi-Fi. Anyone had or know of a similar problem? At this point I am simply thinking about returning the phone and going back to my Note 3
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Get the phone replaced since it's new.
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Get the phone replaced since it's new.
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Yeah. I just talked to a Verizon agent again. I am taking it to a store to have it replaced. Hoping they have the 64GB version in store.
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Wendemixda said:
Yeah. I just talked to a Verizon agent again. I am taking it to a store to have it replaced. Hoping they have the 64GB version in store.
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Good deal, I think that's the best option.
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Good deal, I think that's the best option.
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Took the phone to the Verizon Store but they didn't have the 64GB version in store. They ordered a new one and it arrived yesterday. It connected right away to my WIFI and I haven't had a single hiccup since. And to think that the Samsung representative I spoke too said the problem with the other phone was my Wifi!
Loving this phone so far but can't wait for my case to arrive because it's not as comfortable to hold and type on as my Note 3, which I am so used to.
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Wendemixda said:
Took the phone to the Verizon Store but they didn't have the 64GB version in store. They ordered a new one and it arrived yesterday. It connected right away to my WIFI and I haven't had a single hiccup since. And to think that the Samsung representative I spoke too said the problem with the other phone was my Wifi!
Loving this phone so far but can't wait for my case to arrive because it's not as comfortable to hold and type on as my Note 3, which I am so used to.
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It's interesting how some of these CSR's handle customers. I always go back to the store especially when the device is new. Glad you're enjoying the 5.
Wendemixda said:
Took the phone to the Verizon Store but they didn't have the 64GB version in store. They ordered a new one and it arrived yesterday. It connected right away to my WIFI and I haven't had a single hiccup since. And to think that the Samsung representative I spoke too said the problem with the other phone was my Wifi!
Loving this phone so far but can't wait for my case to arrive because it's not as comfortable to hold and type on as my Note 3, which I am so used to.
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It's interesting how some of these CSR's handle customers. I always go back to the store especially when the device is new. Glad you're enjoying the 5.
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Im still struggling to love this note 5. Even after a month, I haven't really fully fell in love with it. I fell in love instantly with my note 3 2 years ago. But I'm really loving; the nice screen, the thin profile, finger print scanner, front/rear camera and the fast usb 2.0 charging. I'm not loving that it's more narrow than the previous note 4 and note 3. Feels a little too narrow for my fat, chubby and sausage fingers. But sall good, I make do
tw1n5nak35 said:
Im still struggling to love this note 5. Even after a month, I haven't really fully fell in love with it. I fell in love instantly with my note 3 2 years ago. But I'm really loving; the nice screen, the thin profile, finger print scanner, front/rear camera and the fast usb 2.0 charging. I'm not loving that it's more narrow than the previous note 4 and note 3. Feels a little too narrow for my fat, chubby and sausage fingers. But sall good, I make do
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I use mine as a business phone because I'm a basketball coach. It allows me to take notes, draw up opponents plays and video tape some information without carrying additional media devices. The form factor has changed and the glass backing takes some getting use to. I just use a case, all the other feature I'm enjoying so far.
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