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[REVIEW] MPJ 8200 mAh Extended Battery

I was contacted by MPJ Battery to see if I was interested in doing a real-world , unbiased review of their 8200 mAh battery for the Galaxy S5. I figured why not? Couldn't hurt, plus I love trying new things!
Here's what came in the package:
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The back cover is actually a VERY dark brown, but looks black in all but the brightest lighting. It looked suprisingly good instead of the blue back cover that came with my phone , and contrasted nicely with the blue front bezel. FAIR WARNING - The battery cover isn't waterproof , doesn't have NFC functionality (I could be wrong - I personally DO NOT use NFC), and pretty much doubles the thickness of your phone, while at the same time has a nice rubbery feel and feels good in your hand. I carry my phone in my pocket every day and this didn't make it too big to carry in pocket.
The battery is marked 8200 mAh just as it should.
Why would you want a battery like this? Well, me myself, I recently attended the FETC (Future Educational Technology Conference) in Orlando. My cell signal was miserable, and I was away from a charger for 8-10 hours at a time. This battery would have come in handy for such an occasion!
Another example - one of my work locations is like working inside of a lead box when you go inside - unless you stand with the phone in your left hand, facing 12 degrees from west, while applying your weight only to your middle toe and pinky toe on your right foot, while holding your head at a 32 degree list to port, you're not going to get a signal! With my regular OEM battery I'm lucky to have enough to last 6 hours inside this building. Again - having this battery would be awesome at that work site!
I gave the battery a full charge the first night then unplugged it and let the games begin. Yes, I know you're supposed to cycle the battery a few times to get the optimal results, but honestly, who does that??? Sure, you might wait to do benchmarking after those first few full cycles, but this is REAL WORLD testing, not a controlled environment. Most people will buy it and start using it on day one - hence me doing the same thing !
I used the phone exactly as I usually would - Gmail, work emails, work phone calls, Spotify music via Bluetooth while in car, WiFi while at home and in the office (where available), and of course, calls to/from my wife
Down to the nitty gritty....
So here's the stats:
First run -
Second run -
Thoughts:
No complaints so far, unless you're going to charge this battery from a non-USB3 port on your PC - then be prepared to wait a long while! Charges easily overnight though using your OEM charger.
Do I believe this is a full 8200 mAh ? Not sure - the only sure-fire way to know for sure without some testing equipment being used in a controlled environment that I just don't have, but it's AWESOME to get more than 2 full days off the charger without having to worry about carrying a charger or plugging in at night.! My usual day starts with unplugging at 5:30AM, and ends with my crashing at around 9:30PM Even with good signal and using my phone the same way with the OEM battery , I usually end the day with about 20 to 30% left.
TO BE FAIR TO MPJ Battery - I don't think I've yet to see the full potential of the battery ! I believe the life will only get better after a few more cycles - only time will tell with that though. I'll post an update after I use it a bit more.
Should you buy it? I personally would. I'm not going to use it every day, but I do have definite times and places that I'll sacrifice a little bulk for having the juice that I need! I live in Florida - hurricane alley ! During hurricane season it's always a good thing to have one or two of these charged up and ready to go should your area get hit!
All in all, I'm say it's worth the money they are asking for it. Here's a link to their website should you be interested in buying!
http://www.mpjbattery.com/battery-for-samsung/for-galaxy-s5-i9600.html
Please - feel free to ask anything you'd like to know, I'll be happy to respond!

really awesome review, danke!

@JWhipple nice review.
i would like to make a few questions.
first of all the specific batery is it also for s5 g900h?
does the cover has protection from water and dust as official samsung's cover has?
and final,for daily use is it good?
i was thinking to replace offcial battery for ever and place the specific u have reviewed.
ty in advance

It should work for any GS5. Mine is an S5 G900A... The i9600 mentioned on the battery is the international version of the S5. All S5's should use the same sized battery.
The battery cover I don't believe would have as much protection as the original Samsung battery, HOWEVER, it does fit PERFECTLY. I can't say though that it would provide a water-tight seal.
Yes, VERY good for daily use!
Airboner said:
@JWhipple nice review.
i would like to make a few questions.
first of all the specific batery is it also for s5 g900h?
does the cover has protection from water and dust as official samsung's cover has?
and final,for daily use is it good?
i was thinking to replace offcial battery for ever and place the specific u have reviewed.
ty in advance
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@JWhipple
ty for your instant reply
then i think that its risk having cover without water/dust protection
but how carefull can we be in order to prevent it from water ? :/
and something else. does the silicona case which i have ,place correctly?or should i buy new one?

Airboner said:
@JWhipple
ty for your instant reply
then i think that its risk having cover without water/dust protection
but how carefull can we be in order to prevent it from water ? :/
and something else. does the silicona case which i have ,place correctly?or should i buy new one?
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You would just need to be careful not to get it went like we did
before there were waterproof phones.
Your cover will not fit unless it's made for an extended battery.

i ordered one of these batteries. i ordered it in June 2014, and i still have not recieved it. i emailed them and no response. i think its just someone trying to scam us out of our money.

i root SGH i777 said:
i ordered one of these batteries. i ordered it in June 2014, and i still have not recieved it. i emailed them and no response. i think its just someone trying to scam us out of our money.
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You should keep trying, and just because you had a less than positive experience doesn't mean everyone else would.

@JWhipple
ty buddy for your replies !

Huge improvement over my galaxy S5! I am a really really heavy user and now generally run 1.5 days between charges.

good baterry ???

Defect - Bubble under S6 glass assembly.....(Whats up with Samsung???)

After being through at least three s6 phones; with this one having a latest manufacturing date less than two weeks old (15.11.2015) I suppose I am now sick and tired of Samsung quality issues....or just plain unlucky.
My brand new S6 (Black Sapphire, 64GB) has a slightly warped / bubbled area around 2 mm wide underneath its glass assembly directly under the Samsung logo. This is likely due to excessive glue pressing too hard on some internal component or warping owing to excessive heat....or may have risen in transit in case something pressed too hard on the box, putting pressure on the display assembly.
First phone bought online had tiny screen and aluminum bezel scratches out of the box. (Manufactured in April 2015, made in Korea)
Second phone had a scratched home button, scratched speaker grill and bubbles / warping under the rear glass panel ( this was a June 2015 batch phone, Vietnam...I can share pics of this too if needed).
Third time, the subject of this thread....... still unlucky ......made in Vietnam.
Nearly all Sapphire Black variants I have seen have the bubbling / warping issue to a minor extent near the touch buttons, but anywhere else on the phone is certainly not acceptable. I have seen this on the Platinum Gold model as well.
I suppose 99% of consumers live without realizing such 'defects'; but anyway, please let me have your thoughts on this. Its either abysmally poor QC in the manufacturing facilities or something else is amiss.....Samsung seems to have completely lost it in recent times....
Look under the 'A' and 'M' in the Samsung Logo. Can this be fixed? (edit...looks much prominent in actual once you have noticed it and then you just cant ignore it :/ )
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Mine is absolutely ok, mine is SM G920I, made is Vietnam, manufacturing date- 2015/08/22, Sapphire Black 32GB...
Looks like u are very very unlucky..
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Ive bought a galaxy s6 64gb gold platinum and ive noticed the HR sensor has a large scratch on its glass/cheap plastic, i was about to return it and get a new one but then again ive noticed no screen dead pixels, no camera dead pixels and no other scratches on the entire phone, conflicted ive tried to swap it from the nearest store i could find of the Company that sold me that phone, they told me i should go to the exact store i bought it instead as it must have been some issues with their own stock, i gave up as i was pretty worried that if i wasted my time to go to that other store they wouldve traded me for an even more damaged unit, so i decided to make an effort and live with it but i get what you are saying, its absolutely insulting to buy a 650€ phone in such petty conditions, itll make me rethink later about my next brand phone pursache.

I've had multiple GS6's in my hand and yes, I've seen what you are talking about. Mine has it also. But damn man you are picky. No phone is ever going to be perfect. I've had LG phones that had "defects" like these. Don't even get me started on iPhones. I've had an iPhones 5s factory sealed. When I opened it the top part of the screen was coming off. I've seen several marks on brand new iPhone 4 and 4S's.
It's your opinion and you have a right to have them but I think this is too mutch. Try to enjoy your devices instead of trying to find "defects".

I've had the same problem!! I sent it to repair. Warranty covered it and now I have a new screen.

Robi-K said:
I've had multiple GS6's in my hand and yes, I've seen what you are talking about. Mine has it also. But damn man you are picky. No phone is ever going to be perfect. I've had LG phones that had "defects" like these. Don't even get me started on iPhones. I've had an iPhones 5s factory sealed. When I opened it the top part of the screen was coming off. I've seen several marks on brand new iPhone 4 and 4S's.
It's your opinion and you have a right to have them but I think this is too mutch. Try to enjoy your devices instead of trying to find "defects".
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I agree with most of your comments.
Its a bit of OCD.....plus a bit of inherent 'experience'.....
....around 5 years of building scale models as a hobby; painting...buffing, finishing to perfection.
....A side stint for 3 years as a forum administrator / reviewer of tech stuff.
For my current bread and butter; I am employed in Financial Services and have spent three torrid years in the early part of my career auditing and managing quality assurance of financial reports.
To cut it short yes I am overfussy over build quality; but if you recall; back in a the day a Finnish Nokia used to rock like a Mercedes. I still hold on to an N8 which I have kept in mint condition except for a few hairline scratches on the glass appeared over time. Outsourcing production has improved economies of scale but has had corresponding negative effect on quality. A VERTU phone built like a Rolex will obviously have zero issues but lets not forget the S6 has been specifically marketed for build quality and looks...its a $550 phone
On the greater side of things; I do realize that fussing over mundane issues really does nothing in the grand scheme of life......
I have taken the advice to heart. (But I will keep updating you guys and sharing my future experience).

Buy From T-Mobile on 11/18/16 - $399

T-Mobile will begin selling the Gear S3 this Friday, 11/18. LTE version for $399 plus a $5 add on for data.
http://www.sammobile.com/2016/11/15...e-from-t-mobile-starting-november-18-for-399/

dkb218 said:
T-Mobile will begin selling the Gear S3 this Friday, 11/18. LTE version for $399 plus a $5 add on for data.
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Damn that's high - $50 above AT&T. AT&T's $10 a month to add it to a plan so I guess T-Mobile at $5 makes up for it over the long run. I got my AT&T Gear S3 for $49 because they allowed my S7 Edge to qualify as a "new Galaxy purchase" when I exchanged my second Note7 for it. T-Mobile's selling the Gear S2 Sport for $100 off making a year old watch $259. I guess T-Mobile doesn't want to sell a lot of watches.

I've a feeling T-Mobile will lower the price.
Other than being able to use the LTE version without the phone, are there any other perks I'm not seeing? I've already pre ordered the non LTE version and wondering if I may want to switch.

dkb218 said:
I've a feeling T-Mobile will lower the price.
Other than being able to use the LTE version without the phone, are there any other perks I'm not seeing? I've already pre ordered the non LTE version and wondering if I may want to switch.
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I've had either a 3G Gear S2 or S2 Classic since they were released. And a Gear S (only 3G) before that. There are times you don't want to have to carry your phone with you; especially a phablet. Like going to the clubs, working out, beach/pool, or when you need to leave your phone charging. With either auto-call forwarding or one number (AKA AT&T NumberSync) whatever you do on your phone (except taking pictures) is on your wrist. It's very liberating and, to me, worth $10 a month.
I got the IconX headphones and they solve the "not being one of those people having a speakerphone conversation on their wrist" problem. Their case is incredibly compact and easy to carry around in your pocket. For calls they operate in mono so you only need to put one in your ear. They're "auto on" so all you need to do is take it out of the case, put in year ear, and you're instantly connected. They turn off when they lose contact with your flesh. Very 21st century.

Intriguing. Thanks. I take it battery life takes a hit with the LTE version. Decisions.
Last Samsung watch I owned was the original Gear with the camera in the band. Still around here someplace but it no longer takes a charge.

dkb218 said:
Intriguing. Thanks. I take it battery life takes a hit with the LTE version. Decisions.
Last Samsung watch I owned was the original Gear with the camera in the band. Still around here someplace but it no longer takes a charge.
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I'm pretty sure it only takes a hit when you leave your phone. If you're going phoneless most of the day, then it may be an issue.

A little movement from T-Mobile. $416.67 month for 24 months works out to $10,000.08. What a bargain!!!
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dkb218 said:
I take it battery life takes a hit with the LTE version. Decisions.
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The SoC in the Gear S3 is far more advanced and efficient than those that preceded it.
Samsung Exynos 7 Dual (7270) is a dedicated processor for wearable that presents a new paradigm to the wearable industry. In addition to advanced 14nm FinFET process, integrated LTE modem with various connectivities, and 64-bit dual-core CPU, the Exynos 7 Dual integrates memory and Power management IC all in a small tiny package making it perfect for slim form-factor wearable devices that are powerful and has incredibly long battery life.
http://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/Exynos/w/solution/mod_ap/7270/​
Between it and the far larger battery I'd be surprised if an LTE Gear S3 couldn't make it through a 12 hour day in stand-alone mode.
Last Samsung watch I owned was the original Gear with the camera in the band. Still around here someplace but it no longer takes a charge.
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I had one too. I loved that watch and the camera got panned but I got some great pictures I wouldn't have if I had to fumble for my phone.

BarryH_GEG said:
I got the IconX headphones and they solve the "not being one of those people having a speakerphone conversation on their wrist" problem. Their case is incredibly compact and easy to carry around in your pocket.
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Over the years, I've tried various types of headsets- in ear, on ear, ear buds, neckband. No design has been completely satisfactory. I think the mechanism by which we talk/listen on a watch phone is the last problem requiring a totally new technical innovation. The best concept I've seen so far is a project that originated out of Samsung's labs called Sgnl. I hope it makes it to production.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sgnlstrap/sgnl-make-phone-calls-with-your-fingertip

afblangley said:
Over the years, I've tried various types of headsets- in ear, on ear, ear buds, neckband. No design has been completely satisfactory. I think the mechanism by which we talk/listen on a watch phone is the last problem requiring a totally new technical innovation. The best concept I've seen so far is a project that originated out of Samsung's labs called Sgnl. I hope it makes it to production.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sgnlstrap/sgnl-make-phone-calls-with-your-fingertip
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The problem the IconX solves for me is portability. Its small tubular (charging) case allows me to stick it cleanly in my pocket. That's opposed to wearing a dog collar BT headset around my neck (Gear Circle) or fumbling with a wired headset or God awful looking 80's era traditional in-ear BT head piece. With my IconX in my pocket its easier to leave my phone at home and manage calls and listen to music on my Gear and not look like a moron when I'm not using it.

Just ordered and will be delivered on Tuesday. T-Mobile is inundated with calls for the S3 and I can see them running out of stock fast.
Would have loved to pick it up but none of the T-Mobile stores in Lower Manhattan have them in stock.

None of the TMO in my area has stock either, I had to call in to place an order and will be getting it Mon or Tues.

Ordered mine this morning, its still says:
Order date: 11/18/2016 at 05:14 AM PST
Order status: Being Processed
Estimated to ship: 11/18/2016-11/23/2016

Just picked mine up from the T-Mo store. They only got one in and were holding it for me. It's on the charger. Haven't played with it yet. $20 for the wearable unlimited plan.

P7M8 said:
Just picked mine up from the T-Mo store. They only got one in and were holding it for me. It's on the charger. Haven't played with it yet. $20 for the wearable unlimited plan.
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Online its only $15, when you setup autopay. I bet the store clerk didnt tell you when you bought it

It's rather nice being able to leave my phone home for short trips to the supermarket.

Best Wireless Portable Charger?

I'm seeing some on Amazon with super suspect reviews. Like, one of them has 99% 5-star reviews. Come on, dude...
Can y'all share some LEGIT portable wireless chargers? Preferably some with REAL fast charging.

I have ordered this one.,
QI wireless charger, 20000mAh, price around 35 US$.
Can tell you more in a couple of days, should I get in the next days (has unfortunately around 4 weeks delivery time).
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got it now. Works more as OK for this price. Can charge also if the device is in the cover. The HW looks professional. QI charging with stand works only if you put the phone horizontal on the stand , but this is ok. Think was a good deal. Shippment needs 3 weeks.

After some weeks using I can say it was a very good deal. Works perfect with my Note 9 on travel. I can really highly recommend this QI charger. Use it on my business trips including powerpoint presentations in combination with an little HDMI adapter and on the evening to view Netflix videos in the hotel.
I don't want miss it anymore...

I've got to get that!

I think using the descriptor “best” is relative. What may work for one may not work for another.
Take this product:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077QRXLF6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
10000mah battery pack, usb 3 ports, qi standard. Display shows exact charge numerically. Even shows the voltage coming in and voltage going out of the ports and what the qi is sending out.
There is a led ring that shows light white when charging and dark blue when charged.
I like these so much I bought 3 for the 3 notes i have.
EDIT: does charge them with the samsung military grade case for the note 9 series as seen in the photos (may be hard to see the actual case but both units have the case on )

They look pretty cool. The light looks a little too bright though? Also, the top surface looks quite slippery?

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They look pretty cool. The light looks a little too bright though? Also, the top surface looks quite slippery?
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Does look cool, I like the bright light, but I'd definitely want it to be optional, you wouldn't want that next to your bed when trying to sleep haha.
And yeah that super smooth surface does look like the phone would easily slide off, although it would be negated by a case that had some grip.

Not sure what happened, might just be a temporary thing, but it's currently unavailable?
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That’s why i said not one product can be “best”.
I’m sure this is not designed to sit next to your bed at night. Its mostly aimed at people on the go /traveling.
The light ring is not bright. In a darkened room it will be noticeable, sure.
The top surface has plastic (shipping plastic). You can remove this plastic overlay as you see fit
Ive had these for about 3 weeks. I have used them 2-3 times per week (just to test on the charge times) and am very happy with the product price point and features.
You can also charge the product up whilst charging a qi enabled device (pass thru charging)

Does anyone make a car phone cradle holder with inbuilt wireless charger?
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Lots of people do wireless charging cradles for cars - I have an iOttie, two QiFulls and (my favourite - so good that I bought 3 of them), Samsung's own one.
https://www.samsung.com/uk/mobile-accessories/s-charger-vehicle-dock-hn910/

Of course you are right, but for me personally is size and power (20000mah) decisive. And some small things like the vertical stand, the non slippery surface and the size (like the phone itself) seem to be thought-out....
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I think using the descriptor “best” is relative. What may work for one may not work for another.
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^^^ thats why there are more options out there because not everyone has the same feature requests. I don’t particualry like portable upright chargers and the fact I have 3 of these means the 10 000mAh X3 (30000mAh? ) wlli be plenty. And if they are not, i have two portable power banks.
The product i listed here is just another option in the mix... not trying to steal thunder away from any one product..

JHimmelbauer said:
I have ordered this one.
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The last thing I needed was yet another power bank (I have a couple of really hefty one - 26,800 mAh from Zendure and 30,000 mAh from iMuto - as well as a whole raft of smaller ones given away free at various trade shows), but none of them do wireless so I had to get one of these as well.
Ordered it on amazon.de and it arrived here in the UK in a couple of days. Initial impressions are favourable. It charges my Note 9 even in its Spigen Tough Armor case, and I like the ability to have the phone at an angle. It also seems to do passthrough (i.e. wireless charge the Note 9 while also being charged itself).
There's a USB-C socket for input (haven't tested whether it can also be used as an output) as well as MicroUSB in and 2 x USB A outputs.

yes, is no bad
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marctronixx said:
That’s why i said not one product can be “best”.
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Well, getting bogged down with semantics is a waste of time. I think most of us generally agree that when we say "best" we're implying that the product performs as expected and that it suits most of our needs/wants.
That charging pad you shared looks promising but it sucks that it's no longer available on Amazon. I hope more OEMs jump into this portable wireless charging game. We need more options, that's for sure.

Philip said:
The last thing I needed was yet another power bank
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I feel you on this. I'm down to two right now. One big one with enough amps to charge my laptop quick enough and a smaller Anker one for everything else. I want to replace the Anker one with a wireless one. Less cables to carry around.

Unlocked or Carrier Specific. What is the difference

Seems right.. With the US models being bootloader locked, which prevents you from customizing your phone.. What is the advantage now of buying a complete unlocked phone over a carrier specific one? I mean if you buy a carrier one upfront no monthly payments, you could have them unlock the phones. I'm considering on purchasing a new phone next month. But not sure which to buy yet.. So I do not want to spent say $200 more for a unlocked device if there is not going to any real advantage over a carrier specific device.

Most phones cost the same unlocked or locked..but being unlocked you can go to any carrier you want with no contract or them keeping your phone hostage.

I have a AT&T Note 10+ and recently bought the unlocked version.
I thought there be a big difference. Not so at least with Samsung. Less the AT&T software my package disabler list was near identical for both.
Net difference just about zero.
The unlock version functions the same on the AT&T network. Simply slammed in the sim card and it was good to go. However I don't use wifi or video calling so no idea if that's the same.
If you go with a AT&T phone plan to buy once you reach the 1 or 2 years mark you could pay it off and save a couple hundred dollars which is what I did. Do whatever works best for you.
If you like the Notes a used N10+ is another option. They are still available new too. I'm not impressed with the Samsung flagships that followed the N10+ as they are inferior in a number of ways. Because of this I bought a new N10+ running on Android 10 and avoided being forced to use 11 or 12 which suck pretty bad, especially 12. So I have twins now.

passerbyeus said:
Most phones cost the same unlocked or locked..but being unlocked you can go to any carrier you want with no contract or them keeping your phone hostage.
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AT&T phones can be easily unlocked once paid off. Did it with this N10+ that's in my hand.

blackhawk said:
AT&T phones can be easily unlocked once paid off. Did it with this N10+ that's in my hand.
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That is why I'm considering just buying a phone locked phone. I do see sellers selling the unlocked version for far more than the carrier specific ones. Since I'm buying in cash I can have it unlocked right from the start.... I'm with t-mobile currently and have the A52 5G. This is the only phone in yrs I have financed... At the end of April, I'm paying it off, but still not sure which phone to purchase.. I have had various makers, but usually like the Samsung... Been looking at the Note 10+ and the S21 Ultra.. Not going to buy the newest unless it had a great deal.. But either way my phone and the wife's Iphone 13 pro max she wants, will be paid in full at the time of purchase...

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That is why I'm considering just buying a phone locked phone. I do see sellers selling the unlocked version for far more than the carrier specific ones. Since I'm buying in cash I can have it unlocked right from the start.... I'm with t-mobile currently and have the A52 5G. This is the only phone in yrs I have financed... At the end of April, I'm paying it off, but still not sure which phone to purchase.. I have had various makers, but usually like the Samsung... Been looking at the Note 10+ and the S21 Ultra.. Not going to buy the newest unless it had a great deal.. But either way my phone and the wife's Iphone 13 pro max she wants, will be paid in full at the time of purchase...
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My 4G unlimited data plan with AT&T is grandfathered and cheap. I would lose it going to 5G along with battery life for questionable speed gains.
My oldest N10+ is 2.5 yo and the only repair is a replacement battery, no big deal. It looks and runs like new in spite of very heavy usage. The display is still perfect, no dead pixels or degradation. It supports a V30 SD card up to 1tb which I'm upgrading to from a 512gb one. The beast is a work horse that gets 8-10 hours SOT once optimized*. It's display while 60hz has a better color rendering index than probably even the newest variable refresh rate displays and definitely better than the N20U. Great for pics and vids. A near perfect white point and gamma profile. Excellent color management that the variable refresh rate displays lack as they are extremely hard to calibrate.
It's form factor is better than all the newer Samsung flagships. Only 7mm thick and the camera assembly sits almost flush to the rear cover.
The cam and vid capabilities are very good, while laser AF be nice it's AF works well. The spen sits where it should if you're right handed, on the right not the left side. One downside is the longer latency of the N10+ spen then the newer models, but it has all the spen tricks including the bt remote shutter release. As far as processor and ram speed it's snappy and with 12gb of ram it doesn't run out of ram. Bonus if you get one running on Android 9 or 10, no cpu cycling sucking scoped storage to slow it down or get in your hair. The current OS load on this one will be 2 yo in June, still fast, stable with minimal maintenance. Part of my decision was the no learning curve and easy set up for a second one.
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It's just fun to use.
*my N10+'s are heavily optimized both with settings as well as with Package Disabler. A good case is mandatory, I'm using the Zizo Bolt. A great case that easy to hold, doesn't attract dirt and has sucked up close to a dozen 2-4 foot drops onto concrete with zero phone damage.
Stock N10+ customized using free Samsung icon packs, the Goodlock family of apps and free 3rd party apps like Digi Clock and Double Tap.
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