Does anyone else's sensor glow red? I tried to take a pic using the front cam and a mirror. The glow is very exaggerated in the pic.
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Nope. Mines not rooted though.
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Might want to get it checked out bc mine did that for a while and now my proximity sensor just doesnt work. Im bringing mine to the store to get it replaced
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just looked at it again and now its off. guess i'll have to start reading up on the unroot how to threads lol.
Yes mine glows red. Even when it wasn't rooted. There are a number of threads about it. Unrooting won't have any effect. I've just gotten used to it.
Well if he brings it in he should unroot it to avoid any conflicts. I pretty much wasted my trip to the sprint store when I went to resolve this issue last week and they simply told me that since I was rooted there was nothing they could do. I knew I could argue but I did not want to waste anymore of my time. I simply unrooted and bringing it back today to another store that doesnt treat their customers like they are idiots.
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I'm pretty sure it's because you have the Motion Settings on. Like quick glance etc. That sensor reads what you are doing.
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I'm pretty sure it's because you have the Motion Settings on. Like quick glance etc. That sensor reads what you are doing.
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Yep. Turn off Quick Glance and the light will turn off.
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I've seen mine glow red a few times, rooted or unrooted. Frankly it doesn't affect anything so I never paid much mind to it.
Of course XDA members are known for OCD, so im sure we have some ready to TEP it cause of it.
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Just lost my phone in taxi I'm rooted also have face unlock and pattern unlock secondary. Is there anything I can do to assure the finder can't use it. Or can I track it. I'm on monthly 4g so no insurance!
That sucks man. As for gps locating your phone I believe that's offered by your insurance, or if you had any type of Norton, kaspersky, trend micro etc security on it. They offer stuff like that. Otherwise you might be SOL. As for them getting in I don't know. Maybe someone else can shed some light on that answer.
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Go to the play store from your computer and download "plan b" it will be pushed to your phone and allows you to track it.
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A buddy of mine used "Lost Phone" app from Play store
I hate how easy it is for someone to look up how to wipe a phone and easily bypass all security. Usually when someone finds a phone, that person doesn't want to know your stuff.
Where's my Droid can also be pushed, and then you can get it's location
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did u ever set up Lookout on you phone? it comes w/it.. if you maybe randomly did one day, you can find it with that
2nd to the Plan B. That works amazingly. Also, check if you have a cab receipt. You might be able to use that to identify which cab specifically had the phone. You can call into their dispatch office and ask for that cab. Lookout is awesome too.
I called the cab said he saw no phone. Another passanger could have gotten it. I'm not even going to bother now what's done is done. Thanks to you and everyone for your help. I wanted a new phone anyway maybe my wife will get me one for fathers day. I'll wait and probably get a note or galaxy nexus I'm sticking with Samsung I have a windows and a iPhone at home but don't feel like it I can't go backwards .
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I called the cab said he saw no phone. Another passanger could have gotten it. I'm not even going to bother now what's done is done. Thanks to you and everyone for your help. I wanted a new phone anyway maybe my wife will get me one for fathers day. I'll wait and probably get a note or galaxy nexus I'm sticking with Samsung I have a windows and a iPhone at home but don't feel like it I can't go backwards .
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Or you can wait and preorder gs3
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Or you can wait and preorder gs3
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I find that the GS3 is not much of a significant upgrade from the GSII. I would much more suggest a Galaxy Nexus since it will still be relevant for many more months to come. The GN comes with pure stock ICS not that TW crap. The GN is almost certain to receive jellybean directly from Google pretty quick while the S3 will have to suffer through what the SII just went through from GB to ICS
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Or you can wait and preorder gs3
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I thought about that but I'd be paying full price I have monthly no contract. And since the the note is dual core as well as the s3 I rather the larger screen
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I find that the GS3 is not much of a significant upgrade from the GSII. I would much more suggest a Galaxy Nexus since it will still be relevant for many more months to come. The GN comes with pure stock ICS not that TW crap. The GN is almost certain to receive jellybean directly from Google pretty quick while the S3 will have to suffer through what the SII just went through from GB to ICS
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I get what your saying also I hate that stupid button on the s3
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I get what your saying also I hate that stupid button on the s3
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Should've went with nexus style all screen.that was kind of the point of ics
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I would recommend setting up a pin lock on your next device, that way whenever the phone is restarted it prompts you for the pin. It doesn't matter if it's been wiped or not, it registers with your carrier. Also, as added security, I use Avast and from there I can remotely wipe my sd card and the phone, thus removing any chance of someone getting any of my personal info.
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Should've went with nexus style all screen.that was kind of the point of ics
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I totally agree don't know why these manufacturers still making new ics devices with buttons. Besides the nexus the only other device I see with on screen is a new Motorola phone coming out.
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I would recommend setting up a pin lock on your next device, that way whenever the phone is restarted it prompts you for the pin. It doesn't matter if it's been wiped or not, it registers with your carrier. Also, as added security, I use Avast and from there I can remotely wipe my sd card and the phone, thus removing any chance of someone getting any of my personal info.
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I will definitely do that especially for the SD wipe part I was more worried about that . I changed all my passwords starting with Google account and Facebook
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Oh and you should leave your gps enable all the time because i realize that all those apps does not have the capability to turn it on.
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Oh and you should leave your gps enable all the time because i realize that all those apps does not have the capability to turn it on.
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I do I just haven't install any of those apps but I'll with new phone
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Well my lovely wife surprised me when I got home early fathers day gift $400 for what ever phone I want now just to choose note or galaxy nexus. I'm getting the note now second choice eBay or Amazon I've never used eBay but got some good prices. PS hey if I loose the note I'm an ass that phablet too big to loose lol. But will definately secure it
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Hey Guys,
I just found a problem on my note ii. I wanted to know if it's just me or if it happens with you guys as well. It happened with my old my Note II, so I exchanged it. The problem is still there with the new note.
So here is how you find the problem.
- Take out your S Pen.
- Go to the S Pen Section
- Create a Note.
- Then go to the right side of your phone, next to the center.
- Keep scribbling up and down, till you find a dead spot.
Let me know if it happens to you guys too.
Thanks.
I did this and noticed nothing unusual.
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I did this and noticed nothing unusual.
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This happens to my Note II. There's dead spots in the empty spot. I just wanted to know if it was me or some other people as well. This is my replacement phone, it happened to the old one as well.
Nope, my phone is working flawlessly!!!
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Thank you so much guys! I appreciate it.
I'll be heading back to T-Mobile with this.
I am able to write on the entire side of my phone (both sides that is).
My problem with the note 2 is that stock alarm clock doesn't work, I set it up and nothing! Anyone else?
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My problem with the note 2 is that stock alarm clock doesn't work, I set it up and nothing! Anyone else?
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seems to be working fine here, are you sure you set up everything correctly? tone? melody? vibration? that's weird
No problem here. Have the device replaced.
Are you using a case with a magnet latch? That could be whats causing the dead spot
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mine is perfect doesnt have any dead spot
In ICS it lit up pretty good and now its kinda dim, what gives? Is this normal ? How can I make it brighter again?
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Looks the same to me, try a factory reset.
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If not that, try an app called Light Flow Lite - that has some LED settings you can change.
T999/CM10
I'm bone stock and this is my second s3 in two days that the led looked dim after the update already tried a factory reset.
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In ICS it lit up pretty good and now its kinda dim, what gives? Is this normal ? How can I make it brighter again?
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Mine is also dimmer than it was on ICS. After the OTA update I noticed it. Did factory reset with same results. Formatted everything and applied the rooted version through odin and still have them dimmed LED. Updated my brothers S3 and his is the exact same. I got a text message last night and the LED was fully illuminated, but after I opened it and received another message after it was dim again.
This needs to be fixed I'm very ocd about stuff and this is fine of em
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Same thing happened to me, my wife and I have the same phone but I didn't update hers yet and I have seen a big difference on the led. Mine is dimmer than hers. I did factory reset and same thing.
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Mine is more dim after update too. I don't really like that much.
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I miss the brightness of the LED
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Same here and led dont stay on that long
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Same here. I don't mind it that much tbh.
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Its terrible. No clue why they thought this was a good idea. Wish I knew how to fix it.
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Its terrible. No clue why they thought this was a good idea. Wish I knew how to fix it.
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Maybe it save battery? Don't quote me on that, it's a wild guess.
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Maybe it save battery? Don't quote me on that, it's a wild guess.
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Well it probably does, but it can't save much. LEDs barely use any power.
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jjlean said:
Well it probably does, but it can't save much. LEDs barely use any power.
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I always thought they needed more power? but they are more efficient as using this power?? I dont remember its been forever since ive studied electronics
Anywasy, on topic, i run CM10 and dont think its all that dim. Maybe they added an option inside the settings for brightness? I wish it had the "breathing" option instead of just flashiing. But check for a setting maybe?
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I always thought they needed more power? but they are more efficient as using this power?? I dont remember its been forever since ive studied electronics
Anywasy, on topic, i run CM10 and dont think its all that dim. Maybe they added an option inside the settings for brightness? I wish it had the "breathing" option instead of just flashiing. But check for a setting maybe?
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Not really positive about details. I think they are more efficient. Whether they use more power I have no idea. I know our utilities company is offering to take old Christmas lights and they give you LED strands instead for free.
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Not really positive about details. I think they are more efficient. Whether they use more power I have no idea. I know our utilities company is offering to take old Christmas lights and they give you LED strands instead for free.
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Single color LEDs are quite efficient. These multi-color, variable brightness LEDs are somewhat less so. That doesn't really matter the question at hand though because most of the power drain of LEDs is just having them on. The difference in power drain from a low intensity to a high intensity is marginal.
Just got my note 2 & noticed a small discoloration in the volume button as shown in the picture.
Everything is working perfectly
Is it worth the return?
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Imo I wouldnt. Something like that wouldnt bother me at all. But thats just me
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suspect32 said:
Imo I wouldnt. Something like that wouldnt bother me at all. But thats just me
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If it doesn't really require lots of hassle, i would ask for a swap.
If I bought it at a store, I would return it.
It will definitely go back first thing in the morning as I just found that the theft side of the screen is waaaay to unresponsive to the spen.
Thank you guys.
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It will definitely go back first thing in the morning as I just found that the theft side of the screen is waaaay to unresponsive to the spen.
Thank you guys.
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Guess what. ..theyre all not ve r y sensitive on the side of the screen with spen. Mines like they and multiple people have Reported this.
Search for spen sensitivity and you'll see what I mean
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Guess what. ..theyre all not ve r y sensitive on the side of the screen with spen. Mines like they and multiple people have Reported this.
Search for spen sensitivity and you'll see what I mean
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I know what you mean. My issue is different... attached is a picture showing the problem. I've tried 4 spens & 3 out of 4 showed the same problem
Oh now I understand..... Yes that's unacceptable
Return immediately
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I would return it ...
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I would return it ...
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already on its way back
Holy crapola that sucks! I was gonna say (before I read all the way down) that I'm so anal with my stuff that I'd return it in a heartbeat. Now that I see the sensitivity issue I'd obviously return it like you did. Hopefully that doesn't ruin your opinion of the Note 2 though, because it's a truly awesome phone! I've had mine for a few weeks now and I don't know what I'd do without it anymore!
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Well, I'm a huge fan of the note concept & I know that Samsung's quality control is very very good but sometimes you get a lemon & you have to deal with it.
I guess I'm just fortunate I never have these issues....how did you purchase in store. ...yet its later outside the store you notice something you SHOULD have noticed at time of purchase.............doesn't everyone inspect their device prior to paying and leaving. As far as the s-pen issues people should adjust their settings mines works just fine you have to tweak the sensitivity to your own UNIQUE handwriting style
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yet its later outside the store you notice something you SHOULD have noticed at time of purchase.............doesn't everyone inspect their device prior to paying and leaving.
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bipoler: Sometimes new gadget owners fall victim to the so-called Gollum syndrome: their eyes enlarge, their skintone dulls and greys out, and their cognitive functions are diminished. It can last from a few minutes to a few days, and only the worse failures can stop the symptoms quickly, more subtle defects take longer.
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I guess I'm just fortunate I never have these issues....how did you purchase in store. ...yet its later outside the store you notice something you SHOULD have noticed at time of purchase.............doesn't everyone inspect their device prior to paying and leaving. As far as the s-pen issues people should adjust their settings mines works just fine
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Well I got my unit online from timo's website. Once I got the device 18 hours later it was on its way back. The spen issue is not just a less sensitive area... its a deadzone which the device just does not register anything.
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What you guys think, fair deal or what? I'm only considering it because although I love my Note I get frustrated with how it feels during one handed operation.. Small hands here lol. Also I could replace my sisters busted up Evo 3D or maybe even sell both for like 400 a piece and get S4 off contract..
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If you mean the LG Optimus G PRO. Then yes I think ir will be pretty nice. But not for the one your mentioning
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chuko303 said:
If you mean the LG Optimus G PRO. Then yes I think ir will be pretty nice. But not for the one your mentioning
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Not even if it's for two of them? I wish it was the pro but its not even out yet.
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I would go for it. I love my Note 2 but you could easily sale the 2 Optimus G's and buy the S4. If you don't wanna do it, send him my way.
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I would go for it. I love my Note 2 but you could easily sale the 2 Optimus G's and buy the S4. If you don't wanna do it, send him my way.
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That's exactly what I was thinking. Plus I have two upgrades coming in Oct anyways. I honestly wanted to trade for the S4 but I saw that offer and just thought the value was higher for two Optimus G than one Note. I could off them, get the S4 and probably have some cash to spare.
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RayTrue04 said:
That's exactly what I was thinking. Plus I have two upgrades coming in Oct anyways. I honestly wanted to trade for the S4 but I saw that offer and just thought the value was higher for two Optimus G than one Note. I could off them, get the S4 and probably have some cash to spare.
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If you have upgrades in October, should just wait for Note3. Should be out around then.
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devynbf said:
If you have upgrades in October, should just wait for Note3. Should be out around then.
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I want something different now. Also I might not go Note 3. My main reason to drop Note now is I have difficulties handling it with just one hand. Almost dropped this badboy tryna text while carrying groceries with the other hand. I love the phone and tried to adjust but it's not going well. Certain spots of the screen I can't reach unless I'm doing two handed operation.
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RayTrue04 said:
I want something different now. Also I might not go Note 3. My main reason to drop Note now is I have difficulties handling it with just one hand. Almost dropped this badboy tryna text while carrying groceries with the other hand. I love the phone and tried to adjust but it's not going well. Certain spots of the screen I can't reach unless I'm doing two handed operation.
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You know you can speak your text messages through the voice option on the keyboard. I just did this right now to compose a response to your thread.
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Did u guys know you can pinch the keyboard and it will go to one hand operation mode. Didn't knew that ha useful
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Did u guys know you can pinch the keyboard and it will go to one hand operation mode. Didn't knew that ha useful
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That is a very good deal but I don't know if I can see myself without my note . . . I've gotten used to its size and other phones don't feel right in my hand. But if you need something smaller by all means go for it. Just have them checked by a sprint tech to ensure you aren't getting a pair of lemons.
My bad chuku, I didnt mean to quote you.
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jayare313 said:
That is a very good deal but I don't know if I can see myself without my note . . . I've gotten used to its size and other phones don't feel right in my hand. But if you need something smaller by all means go for it. Just have them checked by a sprint tech to ensure you aren't getting a pair of lemons.
My bad chuku, I didnt mean to quote you.
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I get what your saying. I do love this phone and I'm honestly scared I might regret it. I called the guy up to get better pix at different angles and now he keeps texting me too see if we are going through with it. Also we doing the exchange at sprint so if I go through with it they both getting checked on the spot
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RayTrue04 said:
I get what your saying. I do love this phone and I'm honestly scared I might regret it. I called the guy up to get better pix at different angles and now he keeps texting me too see if we are going through with it. Also we doing the exchange at sprint so if I go through with it they both getting checked on the spot
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Coming from the note 2 you won't like the lgog much I had one and battery life is a downright joke. The processor is a bit snapper but not much, the screen is gorgeous though. But if you want to sell the pair to get the s4 I get it. I was tempted by the S4 but I'll hold out for note 3 instead as it will have the same guts but a bit more powerful with inch larger screen than s4. My whole point is don't be rushed. Have them check for water damage and most importantly CHECK ESN.
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RayTrue04 said:
What you guys think, fair deal or what? I'm only considering it because although I love my Note I get frustrated with how it feels during one handed operation.. Small hands here lol. Also I could replace my sisters busted up Evo 3D or maybe even sell both for like 400 a piece and get S4 off contract..
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I think the s4 is a waste of money as we will be getting rhe same features now that its released with the 4.2 update
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Chaz187 said:
I think the s4 is a waste of money as we will be getting rhe same features now that its released with the 4.2 update
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No really because it will have full 1920 X 1080 resolution and it will have inferred so it can replace your T.V. remote.
I am expecting the Note 3 to have the S4 International guts. The Sprint S4 essentially has the same guts as our Note 2. I would like the S4 for one reason, easier to fit into my pocket and keep away from the kiddo lol. With that said, I will probably find someone to trade my Note 2 with for there S4. May add a 50 $ bump haha.
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Did u guys know you can pinch the keyboard and it will go to one hand operation mode. Didn't knew that ha useful
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I just did this now I can't get it to return back to normal size...help?
Opposite way. Instead of pinching go the other way.
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