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Like many of you here ive been drooling over the GN since day one but the biggest phone ive had is my current one-the tmobile g2.. considering that this is the biggest phone out there, apart from the mini tablets like the note, are you guys really fine with having such a huge device in your hands day in day out? (no TWSS implied). sure i can see it being perfect for media but as an everyday device? would like some specific input, preferably from GN owners. thanks
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Check out the comparison shots and reviews. The phone's footprint is not much bigger than most 4.3" phones out there. Its very thin and the bezel is very small.
i was slightly worried .... i dont have big hands....
. But the size is fine !
Couldnt handle much bigger tho
I came from an HD2 which is heavier but the same width and about 10mm shorter. Nexus feels perfectly fine in the hand, its 30g lighter than my HD2 so its much more comfortable to hold for longder periods and its also easier to use as the grip feels secure when using 1 handed. Dont be worried its a great phone and a fantastic screen.
Mark.
Thanks guys.
I also had the same concerns like spovat, because I also have small hands but still could manage a Desire HD.
You can see for yourself at: www.phone-size.com
To be honest i think i just hold it differently to my desire and my average thumb stretches across just fine
I don't have a problem with the size, I find it very comfortable to hold, type and call with.
Though it does make my Blackberry torch seem like a toy now
i find that its just about fit my hands (i came from nexus one -> nexus S -> G Nexus).
i can still operate with one hands with no problem, however, the phone seems to be sitting/lying on my fingers most of the time instead of my fingers grabbing it.
what i am trying to say here is, when i operate it, if someone accidently bump (lighly) into me, the phone is highly chance to drop out of my hands. but i do like the size...
qwerp_ said:
i find that its just about fit my hands (i came from nexus one -> nexus S -> G Nexus).
i can still operate with one hands with no problem, however, the phone seems to be sitting/lying on my fingers most of the time instead of my fingers grabbing it.
what i am trying to say here is, when i operate it, if someone accidently bump (lighly) into me, the phone is highly chance to drop out of my hands. but i do like the size...
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This !!!
thats the way i hold it ... still waiting for a rubberised cover
all i know is m case arrived yesterday and my sensation (with the ge case on it) fit in the galaxy case with room still available
thanks guys. that's what I was looking for
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In addition to using a phone size visualizer, do a search on flickr for the Galaxy Nexus. I found pics of the G2 sitting next to the Galaxy Nexus as a size comparison. Also, since the G2 is similar in size to the iPhone, you can use that as a visual as well. The G2 however is very thick, the Nexus will be much thinner for you.
Hey guys,
I am planning on jumping ship, I am just curious if the screen is a fingerprint magnet, or does it repel finger prints like the new screens which have special oleophobic coatings on them?
Also all around the device, does it feel sturdy or just plasticy as the Galaxy S2? is the body a finger print magnet as well?
Thanks a lot in advance guys,
Cheers
jackie_jagger said:
Hey guys,
I am planning on jumping ship, I am just curious if the screen is a fingerprint magnet, or does it repel finger prints like the new screens which have special oleophobic coatings on them?
Also all around the device, does it feel sturdy or just plasticy as the Galaxy S2? is the body a finger print magnet as well?
Thanks a lot in advance guys,
Cheers
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You better do it quick - Christmas is coming up and there won`t be enough phones for everybody to buy.
Its hard to explain, but its quite less fingerprint magnetic compared to iPhone 4. Device feels posh and solid from front, but back is plastic and feels a bit cheap. I`m not also fan of this "snake skin" pattern.
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You better do it quick - Christmas is coming up and there won`t be enough phones for everybody to buy.
Its hard to explain, but its quite less fingerprint magnetic compared to iPhone 4. Device feels posh and solid from front, but back is plastic and feels a bit cheap. I`m not also fan of this "snake skin" pattern.
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lesser than iPhone 4 sounds fantastic, because I currently own a HTC Desire and a LG Optimus 3D which, well too seem to collect a lot of fingerprints on the screen. I know there are options of using an anti fingerprint screen protectors, but I simply don't want to degrade the experience of that gorgeous screen.
I will keep that in mind *places order now* xD
Thanks a lot for taking time out to reply,
Cheers
The Galaxy Nexus, like the Nexus S before it, has an oleophobic coating on the screen.
jackie_jagger said:
Hey guys,
I am planning on jumping ship, I am just curious if the screen is a fingerprint magnet, or does it repel finger prints like the new screens which have special oleophobic coatings on them?
Also all around the device, does it feel sturdy or just plasticy as the Galaxy S2? is the body a finger print magnet as well?
Thanks a lot in advance guys,
Cheers
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I'm also in Dubai.. where are you planning on getting the Nexus from? I contacted Samsung and a few retailers but they don't have a clue to when they phone will arrive. If the SGS2 release is any indication, it will take 2 more months to get here!
I'm finding that the screen doesn't have a lot of fingerprints left on. I don't usually leave as much fingerprints as most other people anyway (I have pretty dry hands) but compared to other touchscreen devices I have it is leaving noticeably less fingerprints.
As for the rest of the body, the phones doesn't have a glossy finish so there will be no fingerprints at all. From what I have compared to my friend's S2, the device feels similar in the hand in terms of weight and shape, as they are both "plastic" phones.
Having said that I tend to disagree with people who say plastic phones feel cheap compared to metal phones. The Galaxy Nexus feels pretty solid and premium in my hand, with no creaky plastics or awkward edges. Sure it doesn't have the weight you get with metal but I'm not sure why having a heavy phone is a good thing.
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Having said that I tend to disagree with people who say plastic phones feel cheap compared to metal phones. The Galaxy Nexus feels pretty solid and premium in my hand, with no creaky plastics or awkward edges. Sure it doesn't have the weight you get with metal but I'm not sure why having a heavy phone is a good thing.
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This.
I was worried about the feel of the phone too after coming from an HTC Desire but I'm glad I made the move as it feels solid and very well made.
Rik.
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I agree, i came from a Nexus One and loved the build of that and was a bit hesitant about the Galaxy's plastic build but it does feel solid. My sister has an S2 and IMO the Nexus feels and looks a much better build quiality, also the colouring of it makes it not feel as plastic.
I still would of preferred a metal backing to the device but i'm not dissapointed with the way it is.
For my part:The device feels solid, well built, classy. This compares to the Optimus Black (my outgoing device) which had all those qualities, but felt somehow 'less premium', The device before that was the Desire HD - a metal phone that was so badly built it was thrown back, the device before that the first Desire, reasonably well made, slightly plasticy button feel! and before that the Hero - felt bulletproof at the time!
Fingerprints: My better-half has the 4S ... "much less fingerprints than the iPhone" her words, not mine!
A friend has the Galaxy S2, handling it for a few hours around a month ago - is why I waited for the Galaxy Nexus!!
I heard rubbing RainX on it once a week will eliminate fingerprints.
Good to know about the coating. My Asus Transformer was nasty until I threw on a nifty screen protector (I wanted one anyway for that 10 incher). I've never tried RainX. My G2x stays pretty clean.
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The Galaxy Nexus, like the Nexus S before it, has an oleophobic coating on the screen.
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This is great news, thanks !
gabster21 said:
I'm also in Dubai.. where are you planning on getting the Nexus from? I contacted Samsung and a few retailers but they don't have a clue to when they phone will arrive. If the SGS2 release is any indication, it will take 2 more months to get here!
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Sources have indicated a mid December launch if you are looking at an official one, but I'm sure it will cost about ~2.6k+ when it does, pick it up from expansys.ae
Chrono_Tata said:
I'm finding that the screen doesn't have a lot of fingerprints left on. I don't usually leave as much fingerprints as most other people anyway (I have pretty dry hands) but compared to other touchscreen devices I have it is leaving noticeably less fingerprints.
As for the rest of the body, the phones doesn't have a glossy finish so there will be no fingerprints at all. From what I have compared to my friend's S2, the device feels similar in the hand in terms of weight and shape, as they are both "plastic" phones.
Having said that I tend to disagree with people who say plastic phones feel cheap compared to metal phones. The Galaxy Nexus feels pretty solid and premium in my hand, with no creaky plastics or awkward edges. Sure it doesn't have the weight you get with metal but I'm not sure why having a heavy phone is a good thing.
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^ this clears all my doubts, I also do tend to wipe the screen after every use, and now seeing there are barely any prints I am happy !!
Build quality was something I was having doubts about, but I guess they seem to have nailed it this time.
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This.
I was worried about the feel of the phone too after coming from an HTC Desire but I'm glad I made the move as it feels solid and very well made.
Rik.
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I too am moving from the Desire to this, tbh, do you miss the smart dialer and other sense features?
dumb donkey said:
I agree, i came from a Nexus One and loved the build of that and was a bit hesitant about the Galaxy's plastic build but it does feel solid. My sister has an S2 and IMO the Nexus feels and looks a much better build quiality, also the colouring of it makes it not feel as plastic.
I still would of preferred a metal backing to the device but i'm not dissapointed with the way it is.
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I agree, metal backing would've been ace.
FatherD said:
For my part:The device feels solid, well built, classy. This compares to the Optimus Black (my outgoing device) which had all those qualities, but felt somehow 'less premium', The device before that was the Desire HD - a metal phone that was so badly built it was thrown back, the device before that the first Desire, reasonably well made, slightly plasticy button feel! and before that the Hero - felt bulletproof at the time!
Fingerprints: My better-half has the 4S ... "much less fingerprints than the iPhone" her words, not mine!
A friend has the Galaxy S2, handling it for a few hours around a month ago - is why I waited for the Galaxy Nexus!!
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This is great, in Nexus we trust.
player911 said:
I heard rubbing RainX on it once a week will eliminate fingerprints.
Good to know about the coating. My Asus Transformer was nasty until I threw on a nifty screen protector (I wanted one anyway for that 10 incher). I've never tried RainX. My G2x stays pretty clean.
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This is the first time I've heard of RainX doing that, but I think that is a bit of overkill lol !
Thank you everyone for your valuable feedback.
Cheers
I never had a Nexus One, so I cannot compare to that. I've had an HTC Magic and HTC Desire in the past, but I don't remember too much about fingerprints on them. I can say that the cases of the HTC's didn't show fingerprints at all (the Magic was white, so it would have never shown at any rate). I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S, and I can say that the Galaxy Nexus's screen is way way more fingerprint-resistant than the Galaxy S - I'm looking at them right now - the GN has one small smudge on it, and the GS is covered (screen-wise).
The GN case is matte, so it doesn't pick up fingerprints at all.
By sheer coincidence I ran into the Regional Manager for Samsung in the UAE - he was carrying a Samsung Note and I wanted a closer look so I approached him. He said the Note was being released in Dubai today (Nov 29th) at Dubai Mall. He also, with a lot more hesitation, said the Galaxy Nexus would be released too. I don't necessarily believe him, but I'm going to check it out. He said the event will be close to the Ice Rink at around 630-7
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By sheer coincidence I ran into the Regional Manager for Samsung in the UAE - he was carrying a Samsung Note and I wanted a closer look so I approached him. He said the Note was being released in Dubai today (Nov 29th) at Dubai Mall. He also, with a lot more hesitation, said the Galaxy Nexus would be released too. I don't necessarily believe him, but I'm going to check it out. He said the event will be close to the Ice Rink at around 630-7
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Are you sure he was the regional manager of Samsung? The Note has been available in Dubai for at least a week, I've seen it in Virgin MOE and at the airport.
No I'm not sure..he didnt have a business card on him. I think he was referring to the actual release event. I am sure they had a soft release earlier. Also I just called Eros (Samsung dealer in Dubai) and they said the Nexus will be available in Jan - no specific date or price mentioned though.
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Juve88 said:
By sheer coincidence I ran into the Regional Manager for Samsung in the UAE - he was carrying a Samsung Note and I wanted a closer look so I approached him. He said the Note was being released in Dubai today (Nov 29th) at Dubai Mall. He also, with a lot more hesitation, said the Galaxy Nexus would be released too. I don't necessarily believe him, but I'm going to check it out. He said the event will be close to the Ice Rink at around 630-7
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that isn't possible, the launch date already passed, there is another event today - with regard to the Note - the Note World Tour, sadly I am not in the clear to give out the location of this event's location.
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Are you sure he was the regional manager of Samsung? The Note has been available in Dubai for at least a week, I've seen it in Virgin MOE and at the airport.
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Yes, I confirm, Note has been out for a while.
Juve88 said:
No I'm not sure..he didnt have a business card on him. I think he was referring to the actual release event. I am sure they had a soft release earlier. Also I just called Eros (Samsung dealer in Dubai) and they said the Nexus will be available in Jan - no specific date or price mentioned though.
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If you go by the way Samsung handles launches here, then yes, Jan is what you are looking at, I'm hearing a mid dec. launch from sources but then again, they tend to push the dates when they feel like. So I can't vouch for that.
Been using my new toy all day today and I can say WOOW - screen is really clean, very very little fingerprints even with my oily fingers. Impressive, well done Sammy!
iPhone 4 just looked terrible
Check out this lens adapter. I ordered one. The best part is, it should work with your next phone too. I posted in the Galaxy S3 forum, but I think it is probably more of a general accessory. I don't normally post, but I thought this was very interesting!
http://kck.st/QfDkHL
Can you post some pictures on and on the phone???
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Very cool idea. Most lens implementations so far have depended on a case or a lack thereof, or were built with only one device in mind. I'd only be worried about the pressure of a clothespin on the screen, but then I handle my phone like a piece of fine china.
no way...
I'm not sure I would want to pinch that thing onto my phone either. Let us know how it works if you get it
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so i just checked out mobi-lens..
FINALLY a photo attachment i can USE with my Android that doesnt use those damn magnets.
this looks legit, love the idea of clothespin, very adaptable so im in $60 for a combo pack!!
I noticed on their final product images, the clips have foam on the tip and the coils on the spring doesnt seem like it has much pressure. Its like a chip-bag clips spring.
The photos on their KS page look solid, even with a case on still looks decent.
I cant say it enough how i love the idea of being able to use it on anything. I own a Galaxy S3 and a Galaxy tablet and now I can use this clip on lens for photos and not lug my DSLR for daily hikes and bike rides.
:good::good::good:
Got my lenses today
Got my lenses today. I got the combo pack. They are awesome and really work as advertised. Can't wait to really get out and shoot some pics. So far they work on my cases great. Love that I don't have to take my phone out of the case to use them. The part that actually touches your phone is soft silicone like material. Not worried at all that is will damage my phone. Now I can use these on all my devices!!! So awesome.
Here is their website now. Since Kickstarter promo is finished.
http://mobi-lens.com/
$30? I ordered a similar product from eBay for around $8... haven't got it yet, so it might be garbage.
I wonder how they will compare.
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I am currently a Nexus One owner, and I am looking at the Galaxy S III (T-Mobile, USA).
I already know a lot about the hardware. The fact that it has an sdcard slot and replaceable battery really sold me.
I have a pretty good idea of why I like the device, based on the specs.
Now, you guys talk me out of it. What problems are there? What are the flaws? I bet I can learn a lot from what you owners have to say.
I would be looking at the dark blue color, since I can't get black. My carrier is T-Mobile USA. The first thing I would do is root it and install the most stable Cyanogenmod nightly I can get.
I've heard that replacing the front screen is very difficult, and thus breaking my screen would be very expensive (unlike my Nexus One, where I can replace the digitizer for $35, and I have, twice).
I like the size of my Nexus One, and I am not fond of these huge Android phones, because I carry it in my front pants pocket.
I've heard that the S III is somewhat fragile and breaks easily. Is there any truth to this?
jmomo said:
I am currently a Nexus One owner, and I am looking at the Galaxy S III (T-Mobile, USA).
I already know a lot about the hardware. The fact that it has an sdcard slot and replaceable battery really sold me.
I have a pretty good idea of why I like the device, based on the specs.
Now, you guys talk me out of it. What problems are there? What are the flaws? I bet I can learn a lot from what you owners have to say.
I would be looking at the dark blue color, since I can't get black. My carrier is T-Mobile USA. The first thing I would do is root it and install the most stable Cyanogenmod nightly I can get.
I've heard that replacing the front screen is very difficult, and thus breaking my screen would be very expensive (unlike my Nexus One, where I can replace the digitizer for $35, and I have, twice).
I like the size of my Nexus One, and I am not fond of these huge Android phones, because I carry it in my front pants pocket.
I've heard that the S III is somewhat fragile and breaks easily. Is there any truth to this?
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1) Flaws and problems - It's not free, that's both a flaw and a problem.
2) Don't break your screen. Don't break your screen. Don't break your screen.
3) It's not that big, you get used to it.
jmomo said:
I am currently a Nexus One owner, and I am looking at the Galaxy S III (T-Mobile, USA).
I already know a lot about the hardware. The fact that it has an sdcard slot and replaceable battery really sold me.
I have a pretty good idea of why I like the device, based on the specs.
Now, you guys talk me out of it. What problems are there? What are the flaws? I bet I can learn a lot from what you owners have to say.
I would be looking at the dark blue color, since I can't get black. My carrier is T-Mobile USA. The first thing I would do is root it and install the most stable Cyanogenmod nightly I can get.
I've heard that replacing the front screen is very difficult, and thus breaking my screen would be very expensive (unlike my Nexus One, where I can replace the digitizer for $35, and I have, twice).
I like the size of my Nexus One, and I am not fond of these huge Android phones, because I carry it in my front pants pocket.
I've heard that the S III is somewhat fragile and breaks easily. Is there any truth to this?
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Well the only flaw i see is on stock touchwiz that battery can randomly plumet and leave u with a 4 to 6 hour battery life instead of 12 to 16 hours that i normally get with about 3h screen on time ^^ but if you are going with cm the u don't have to worry other than that you get used to the size and i can't really say there has been a flaw with mine i have dropped it only twice but it wasn't that hard of a drop so i can't tell you how durable it is. One of thing i disliked was the button placement of the power and volume rocker it's pretty hard not to accidentally hit volume up or down while locking and unlocking the phone but as time goes you grow a accustomed to it. And then i learned that all Samsung devices pretty much have the same button placement even old dumb phones have it like that.
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Galaxy S 2 is a good cellphone even better than galaxy s3. Buy it. You will not regret about it
SergioShpadi said:
Galaxy S 2 is a good cellphone even better than galaxy s3. Buy it. You will not regret about it
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Can you explain how the S2 is better than the S3??
The thin profile makes it a lot easier to carry in your pocket than you might think.
From everything I've see, do NOT break your screen it's not a pleasant replacement on these phones.
I came from a HTC Sensation and I'm a little blown away at how snappy the phone is. The only minor gripe I have is I don't particularly like pentile matrix screens but of those, the high resolution of the SGS3 makes up for it a little.
Otherwise, it's a great phone. Styling is subjective, but the curved edges make the phone feel smaller in your hand. Another observation was that for me it was so thin and slippery I was worried about dropping it. Ended up putting a skinomi skin on the battery cover and it works well for me.
The only reason I could see for not upgrading from the nexus to the s3 is possibly waiting another 4-5 months to get the s4 whenever it is released, but that might not be until next summer for all anybody knows. IMO the only phone equal to the s3 is the note2, but since you said you don't like big phones the note is definitely not a good choice.
No negatives. Best phone ever. Especially with all the great devs here. Buy it. U won't regret it.
This phone is fantastic. I came from an original Galaxy S so I had to get used to an "actual" button for home, but it didn't take long.
I would seriously suggest ev1lart's Wicked rom series tho. Stupid long battery life and ridiculous community support.
There are a hundred "toughness tests" out there with various results. I would just be careful regardless. It's a $500 phone! Regardless of what you pay for it, something of value should merit some caution I would hope. Regardless, I put a simple Diztronic case on it and it's survived every 2 to 4 foot drop it's had. The case also improves the grip, as it's pretty slick and thin to begin with.
Good luck man. It really is the king phone right now as far as I'm concerned.
BUY TWO!!!
If you carry your phone in the pocket... why don't you use belt loop case? I have never dropped out scratched my phone using that. S3 is a big phone, way too big for any pocket.
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I use relaxed fit jeans and they fit completely fine in my pockets and my biggest phone was a Dell steak and every phone feels smaller so to me, the s3 is not that big. To me of course. To others, well they device
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Mine fits fine in PJ pants, athletic shorts, jean shorts, casual work pants, and suit pants. I'm 6'1" but I don't think that'd make my pockets substantially bigger.. I don't have my phone in a case though, just a sunglass bag.
Yeah, price tag is what it is and it took me a while to decide to buy it however, I've bought it.
Wanted badly to try the OPPO Find N2 but is basically impossible to find it Italy.
My Flip3 obviously went to my gf .
First impression is very good.
Got the 256gb version which are more than enough to me.
Front screen is awesome, I can now type with one hand. Inner display is awesome to use with two hands.
Phone however has a strange form factor and getting used to that is not easy also it's heavy and, with both the spigen covers I've bought, it looks like a brick. Not a problem, I like bricks.
Camera didn't impressed me at all to be honest. Also I've already faced some resolution problems with a game ( League of Kingdoms ) which I play all day long basically but it only happens on the inner screen.
Never stand reading books on phone but I think this one will make me change my mind. Also drawing on it is awesome.
This told, do you have any suggestions like apps and accessories for this brick?
Look up good lock that will give you some more little perks for some more little tweeks I had the og fold and liked it ill get another fold at some point though
posted this in another thread, thought you might find it useful
and this one
MySelf_v1 said:
Yeah, price tag is what it is and it took me a while to decide to buy it however, I've bought it.
Wanted badly to try the OPPO Find N2 but is basically impossible to find it Italy.
My Flip3 obviously went to my gf .
First impression is very good.
Got the 256gb version which are more than enough to me.
Front screen is awesome, I can now type with one hand. Inner display is awesome to use with two hands.
Phone however has a strange form factor and getting used to that is not easy also it's heavy and, with both the spigen covers I've bought, it looks like a brick. Not a problem, I like bricks.
Camera didn't impressed me at all to be honest. Also I've already faced some resolution problems with a game ( League of Kingdoms ) which I play all day long basically but it only happens on the inner screen.
Never stand reading books on phone but I think this one will make me change my mind. Also drawing on it is awesome.
This told, do you have any suggestions like apps and accessories for this brick?
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Try naked or aramid/leather case. It's a lot more durable than you think! Most things that would do it in will render any other flagship into a pile of broken glass any way you look at it!
The camera is fine for what it is, typical Samsung processing keeping results within its limits unlike the S22 ultra that pushes sharpening to the extreme. ;-) The only thing I miss is the long zoom but the 30X stretch still works for sign reading when needed.
samsung original case with flip back to make it a tablet stand... is a perfect choice for me.