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Time to upgrade from my S2, it's between Note 2 and S3! Help!

Planning to upgrade from my Galaxy S2 (Sprint) here very soon. Contract is up and it's time. Now i'm pretty much on the fence between the Note 2 vs the S3 (US Market).
I'm guessing the S3 due to the popularity of it, will have a better or more substantial community support with roms, kernels, and themes etc.
The more media I watch and read about the Note 2, the more blown away I am with it. My only concern is the shear size of the beast. I went to the store recently and looked at the Note 1 and that thing is huge, is the Note 2's size the same, but just with a bigger screen? Or did they have to increase the screen size of the actual phone to accommodate it? How does the Note 2 feel in your pocket? I don't use my S2 much for phone calls, it's mostly my media hub. When I do use it, it's mostly via bluetooth. The S3 seems like a great size, but i'm dissapointed with the lack of a quadcore like the non-US markets. The Note 2 will be the first quadcore phone in the states, so I'm very interested in it. Anyone that upgraded from a smaller phone S2-S3, how did you find the transition of size? Does it feel uncomfortable to hold in one hand? Is two hands always necessary? Thanks!

If you're a media freak, the obvious choice is Note 2. Nothing beats a quad core and 2GB RAM.
The S3 has already been out for a half year, and by getting the Note 2, you future proof it just a little bit more than the S3.
Also, the Note 1 feel is not the same as the Note 2. The Note 2 is slimmer, and more "wrap"-friendly than the Note 1. There's a big difference in the feel of the Note 1 and 2.

Thanks for that. I was worried it was going to be thicker but good to know it's actually thinner!
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Obviously Note 2.
No Comparison

If you can handle the size no question the Note 2 is the way to go.
Yesterday, on its first full charge I got this screen-on time with 18hrs on battery:
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Damn, the battery life is amazing!!
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Honestly...the GSIII feels really good when you hold it like it was made just for your hand...so I'm interested to see how the GNote II feels..
Why don't you wait for Black Friday? The GSIII is only $50 on contract that day only.
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I own both, given a choice right now get the note 2 unless the size really bothers you, it is a much better device.
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Jcossack88 said:
Honestly...the GSIII feels really good when you hold it like it was made just for your hand...so I'm interested to see how the GNote II feels..
Why don't you wait for Black Friday? The GSIII is only $50 on contract that day only.
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They have narrowed the note 2 from note 1 for a reason....so it is MUCH easier to hold in the hand!!!!!
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At&t Note 2 vs At&t Htc One X+

What do you guys think overall?

I had a One X. Couldn't wait to get a Samsung device. My reasons are:
No locked boot loader
Much larger community on XDA
MicroSD slot
Samsung's "cheap" plastic is far more durable than people give them credit for
I like Android updates (faster)
LED notification light that can be seen when not staring directly at the device
Multitasking
TouchWiz >>> Sense (whole other rant could be inserted here)
I actually want some of the kitschy TouchWiz features like smart stay, pop up play, codec support up the wazoo, and S Beam now that I am the only one in my extended family without a S III
These reasons geared me to the Note II vs the GS III
The silly-huge battery
5.5" screen isn't that much of an adjustment, but nice for pictures and videos
Multi-view (two apps simultaneously), but rumor has it GS III will get this on JB
S Pen
AT&T price matched $199, so price isn't too different
It boils mostly down to a bunch of little personal preferences. I've used plenty of devices by different brands, and Samsung keeps reeling me in. This could change in the future, but for right now, the Note II is the only device I want.
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i had to try out the X+ so i bought it (full price) to compare against my SGS3 & GN2. (READ: mitigate my disappointment of not getting a Nexus 4 at launch). IMO, the SGS3 and GN2 features/benefits (replaceable battery, battery life, call quality, in-call volume, etc.) were more appealing to me. the X+ is sexy as hell (all black looks friggin hot), has the HTC build quality and a lovely screen. it's fast, fluid and feels good in the hand. but...
battery life did not meet my expectations.
call quality was not good (to my ears) - there was a noticeable hiss
call volume was much lower compared to the SGS3 and GN2
i could easily manage with #1 but not in conjunction with #2 and/or #3. that's too much of a compromise for me. i'm on the phone 2-4 hours a day and call quality and volume (especially the Samsung volume boost feature) is important and better on the Samsungs.
as always, YMMV; this is my subjective view on the device.

cortez.i said:
i had to try out the X+ so i bought it (full price) to compare against my SGS3 & GN2. (READ: mitigate my disappointment of not getting a Nexus 4 at launch). IMO, the SGS3 and GN2 features/benefits (replaceable battery, battery life, call quality, in-call volume, etc.) were more appealing to me. the X+ is sexy as hell (all black looks friggin hot), has the HTC build quality and a lovely screen. it's fast, fluid and feels good in the hand. but...
battery life did not meet my expectations.
call quality was not good (to my ears) - there was a noticeable hiss
call volume was much lower compared to the SGS3 and GN2
i could easily manage with #1 but not in conjunction with #2 and/or #3. that's too much of a compromise for me. i'm on the phone 2-4 hours a day and call quality and volume (especially the Samsung volume boost feature) is important and better on the Samsungs.
as always, YMMV; this is my subjective view on the device.
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So I thought you returned the note 2, youre also returning the one x+?

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Correct I had a GN 2, returned it and then won a GN 2 at a company event. I was going to return that one as well but thought I'd give it a second chance and I'm glad I did. And yes, I'm going to return the X+.
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Non-removable battery and lack of MicroSD = me not interested.
Of course the LARGE screen, S pen and multi-view are why I bought the Note II.
But One X+ is a nice device with an awesome screen.

RojasTKD said:
Non-removable battery and lack of MicroSD = me not interested.
Of course the LARGE screen, S pen and multi-view are why I bought the Note II.
But One X+ is a nice device with an awesome screen.
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Lack of Micro SD is not that big an issue since the X+ has 64GB internal storage, but still no match for the Note 2 though. N2 FTW

cortez.i said:
Correct I had a GN 2, returned it and then won a GN 2 at a company event. I was going to return that one as well but thought I'd give it a second chance and I'm glad I did. And yes, I'm going to return the X+.
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I never won anything, lucky you! Still waiting to hear back when I can try to upgrade early to the Note II!

Note 2. The End.
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I got the Optimus G then the Note 2 and now HTC one X+
Optimus G very nice phone (locked bootloader)
Galaxy Note 2 again very nice (took big)
Now the One X+ Best looking phone (gets very hot and battery drains)
They are all top of the line phones these are the things I noticed.
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I was in the same boat when deciding which quad core phone to pick up.
First I was set on the one x plus... but no removable storage is kind of a setback. That's one of the better things about android devices is that option. Then I read about the Optimus G. Reviews came back negative and reading about LG phones turned me off.
The note 2 sold me on these things:
1. At&t left it alone. All they did was add LTE chip.
2. Samsung devices rock. Loved my GS2. Blackjack before that was awesome (for the time).
3. Battery life. Not having to worry about it dieing before a full days use is nice.
Now yes the size is something to get used to... but once you do you won't go back lol.
Just my 2 cents.
On a side note if the GS3 was a quad core phone on AT&T like international version I would have grabbed it.
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Should I get one?

Currently have a nexus 4, but battery life on it sucks. How's the battery life on the note?
I haven't seen the phone in person yet, so hows the screen also? Any issues with this phone?

I came from a nexus and Iphone5 and sammi gs3 and all I can say is that this phone willnnot dissa point at all very nice screen but lacks ppi that Iphone5 had. But overall great battery and nice big screen its a go!!
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Go buy one now.
That is all.

I forgot to mention I would have to pay full price for it

brian85 said:
I forgot to mention I would have to pay full price for it
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I paid full retail, don't regret it one bit
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See this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1983053
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got mine at the beginning of the month.
haven't looked back, absolutely LOVE this phone. everything about it is perfect for me, i use the spen almost every single time i use the phone and multi view is awesome (can't beat texting while watching netflix)
if you have to pay full price, then maybe check around just to be safe and make sure that this will be the phone for you, but i doubt you'll regret your decision if you do take the dive.

Its funny I visit all different device treads and I never hear anyone switching from note2 to n4,, its always n4 to n2 lol...this phone is top shelf.. had mine from november 2 ,,, nice ride
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I'm coming from a note and I'm having a hard time getting past the physical home button. Do you get used to it?
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The battery on this phone is a beast. I watch movies and browsing net at the same time (with %60 screen brightness). I do this for a good 4-5 hrs. Play Myth Defense for an hour or so.
Guess what? Battery drops %20-30 only. This is pretty amazing.
Compare to my Note 1 this device is much more perfected. You wont regret it.

I sold a brand new Galaxy S3 and used the money to upgrade to the Note 2. Best decision I've made and the absolute best smartphone I've owned. You won't be disappointed.

I have the international unlocked S3, international unlocked One X, Galaxy Nexus, AT&T Optimus G, and a few others... got the Note 2 as my second line and it smokes them all. I have paid full retail for a couple of devices. The Note 2 is one that's worth it!!
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I've owned a few devices -- an iPhone 3G (several years ago), an HTC Raider (defective, replaced with an HTC EVO 3D), a Samsung Galaxy S II LTE (Skyrocket), a Galaxy S III, and now the Galaxy Note II.
The Note II is by far, without a doubt in my mind, the best device I've ever owned. The user experience and battery life on the HTC's were dreadful (and I'll never buy another HTC product again). The S II LTE was a great phone that I managed to go almost two months without restarting, and the S III was a great device as well.
However, with that being said I tend to use my phone quite a bit (increasingly more than I even use my computer now I find) -- whether it be streaming audio when I'm walking or commuting somewhere, browsing the Internet, managing e-mail and calendar appointments, texting & making phone calls, the list goes on. I was hard pressed to get a days worth out of a single charge before I'd have to run somewhere and plug my phone in, but with the Note II, I can easily manage a day and a half or even two days and not have to really worry.
I've also played with the original Galaxy Note, which offered a decent experience but found that the S Pen was uncomfortable to hold and that outside of S Memo and a few apps on the Play Store there wasn't that much to differentiate it from the Galaxy S II. While many may think that the Galaxy Note II is just a blown up S III, it's not -- there's a lot more functionality baked into the software to take advantage of the S Pen (stuff like Air View, Quick Command, etc.) And you can hold the pen with a lot more comfort and use it accurately.
I've never been happier or more satisfied with a device than I have been with my Note II. Buy one, you won't regret it.

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Battery life on this phone is insane. Normally get anywhere from 6-8 hours of screen on time. One time I got 10 hours of screen on time

Got it yesterday.
Sitting at 71% with 1hr, 50mins screen time. My other phone would be around 10% battery left after that screen time.
Amazing.

The Note 2 is PEERLESS!
:thumbup::beer:
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I used a lot of phones and this phone is the best. Used a one x, xperia s, iPhone 5, galaxy nexus, and galaxy s3 and note 2 smokes them all. My biggest issue with all previous Android phones was battery life. Other then iPhone 5 all other phones had crap for battery until I got the note 2. This phone is the best phone I had so far.
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Just traded my 32gb ip5 for note2, I tried to go back to ios but after 2days I got bored
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48% with 3hrs, 7mins screen time. This thing is awesome.

[POLL] Would you buy this phone if it didn't have the S Pen?

I got my Note 3 a few days ago and I noticed that besides the first few minutes trying to figure out all the settings, I've never used the S Pen. So I was wondering how many people actually use it on a daily basis. The poll is above. thanks!

Other than drawing, the stylus can be used as mouse to pull down the menu.

The S pen is a plus.
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I guess if you take notes a lot it's really useful, but for me, I just find it a "cool" feature of the phone. And if I ever need to take notes, then I have it with me.

Come Christmas time I'm really gonna enjoy having the s pen when I'm shopping for xmas gifts. I also use it for better photoshopping. I don't think I would've bought it of it didn't have an s pen and wish that some of the other 5 inch phones had it. Its not necessary but good to have when you need it.
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I use it all the time. It's great for selecting small buttons on web pages. And it doesn't leave smudges on the screen.
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I look smart and constructive when all I'm really doing is giving my units instructions in Total Conquest, I do like having the ability do draw and write. I don't plan on Jumping in six months so I'm sure it will earn its keep during the next year.

Had a note 1 for over a year, never once used the pen. Reckon it will be the same with the three. It's the screen, not the pretentious pen that draws me to it.
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Though I'm still savoring the nifty features of my S4 I'd sure wish I can break my piggybank so i can put one down for preorder! I'm digging the big screen! Plus, I don't have problems it being BIG since I've got huge hands! LoLz!

The s pen is a plus but i barely use it, i like the note line strictly because the bigger screen and great specs. The pen was never a selling point for me.
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Totally it's all about the screen size and quality
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Daily use... Pen to the text is huge
Also photo shopping when

i had the note 2 for a year, just got the new lg g2. i rarely used the spen, hence the reason for going "smaller" this time around, but it is nice to have in case you need it.

I would ...
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Nope... I use it to much. . The screen is nice. . But if it didn't have it. . I would probably be sporting a nexus device. .
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Even without the S-Pen I'd still keep it for 2.3G Snapdragon 800, SD Card, USB 3.0, 5.7" display, IR...

S-pen is neat and all, but if it wasn't present it wouldn't change my mind on the device.

Without the S-pen, I don't see the reason to buy this phone particularly, though I like it even without the S-pen.
LG G2 would be just as good of a choice with its beautiful 5.2" screen and more manageable size.

ArborRes said:
Without the S-pen, I don't see the reason to buy this phone particularly, though I like it even without the S-pen.
LG G2 would be just as good of a choice with its beautiful 5.2" screen and more manageable size.
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I really dont see how people think that the G2 is even somewhat comparable to this phone (I'm not flaming you, I just really hate the G2). I tried the phone in the tmobile store and I just couldn't get past LG's custom UI. It looks like its from the 90's. Now if CM gets official for that phone, then I might really consider it. But for now, this picture looks so bad to me, I don't think that I would ever buy a LG phone unless its a Nexus.
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If it weren't for the stylus and extensive software support I would have waited for the Nexus 5. I bought this phone for its feature set. (and to replace both my Epic 4G Touch and Nexus 7 in one fell swoop)

Anyone jumping to Nexus 5?

Hello!
So now that Nexus 5 is officially available...anyone jumping ship :laugh:
I am thinking but the bigger battery(also replaceable) and bigger screen are making me think twice.
Things going for Nexus 5 are the "updates" ....so thinking and waiting for reviews...
I don't care much for the faster hardware as i usually don't play games much and 16 GB would be enough for me as my usage never exceeds 5 GB.
p.s. just thinking loud and sharing my thoughts ...please don't go ballistic on me

cynosure4sure said:
Hello!
So now that Nexus 5 is officially available...anyone jumping ship :laugh:
I am thinking but the bigger battery(also replaceable) and bigger screen are making me think twice.
Things going for Nexus 5 are the "updates" ....so thinking and waiting for reviews...
I don't care much for the faster hardware as i usually don't play games much and 16 GB would be enough for me as my usage never exceeds 5 GB.
p.s. just thinking loud and sharing my thoughts ...please don't go ballistic on me
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I doubt that I will. There's just not a compelling enough reason, and I bought my LG OG Pro with all it's features and 32GB internal memory, etc. for far less than the N5 16GB model!
No, it's nice, but not worth it.

Nope.. Let's see when Nexus 6 is released.. For now OG Pro is perfect for me.

Dat 5.5" screen + 32gb internal + external SD slot is what's keeping me from the Nexus 5.. Same as with the Nexus 4 and LGOG. My internal is half full and about half of my 64gb card is half full so I definitely need the storage space lol.
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I'm staying with the pro for now. I'm eager to try kitKat but I'm sure we will see some roms before long so I'm gonna stay with this beast for now. I love screen size removable battery SD card and battery size.
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I think it's worth it. Given that it has the latest Android version, the latest proc. The camera has OIS. And the dev community for Nexus devices is huge.
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yes i agree the dev support will be no doubt huge......actually i have another motivation as well....
i have the Korean version F240K so dev support for it is very low for it....but what can i do i live in Korea :silly:
mostly i am waiting for battery tests as 2300mAh is small....or maybe LG OG Pro's replaceable battery spoiled me :angel:

Just buy a great powerbank, and you're good to go.
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5 in screen can't do it to small 5.5 is perfect
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I have the F420L, and it makes me sad that there are very few developers working on the OGP and fewer still want anything to do with the F420 variants. The Nexus 5 has great software support from google and the dev community, but its hardware isn't that much better than the OGP to justify purchasing it right away.

Not really. Had my white (unbranded) OGP for only a month and loving it (looks and speed). The N5 just looks too plain for my taste and in white it doesn't look any better; Zebra complex.
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N4 same rear pattern as my OGP with the non-branded batter cover

Obviously just can't tolerate LG's late updates.

I really do miss the various roms I had on my S4. In addition, some kernels allow you to have 2 roms installed!
Mainly I miss development, and I sorta like how it looks (N5).
I am planning on buying one, then I will sell whatever I don't like :angel:

Would get an N5 if I didn't get the G Pro recently. I was coming from an Nexus 4. The 2300 battery might be an issue on the Nexus 5.
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The OGPro has too many advantages and like the others above will pass on the Nexus 5. I love my OGPro!
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Well, I took G Pro for his big screen, perfect for watching tvshows and movies... so my answer is : no
Micro-SD slot is mandatory for me, or at least, 64gb internal memory !

I finally received my LG Optimus G Pro today, so all my previous comments have been based on speculation. I finally have had the chance to really use the device.
While I did enjoy the stock UI more than I anticipated, I ended up with CyanogenMod installed, which is what I had planned to do with the device. Coming from AMOLED devices in the past, I am extremely impressed with the LG's screen. I much prefer it, so for me, IPS is my new default standard. The color is far more balanced and reading on it (which I do quite a lot of) isn't as taxing on the eyes.
The sum of its parts makes the LG OG Pro the unsung gem in the smartphone world, IMO. I'm extremely pleased that I sold my S4 and even with the extras, such as the AT&T case that activates the phone when flipped open and sleeps the screen when closed (works fine on CM, btw) a dual USB car charger and some screen protectors, I still have $150 left over from the sale of my S4, and I doubled my internal storage capacity in the process.
If this device had a fully unlockable bootloader, I don't think I'd ever sell it. The S4 has cheap plastic trim, but it looks to me like the OG Pro has real metal. The camera shutter and flash works faster on the OG Pro than the S4.
All in all, there's not much compelling me to look at the N5. It costs more and gives me less of what I wanted.

Actually in my opinion there is no reason to jump to Nexus 5 until Dev support continues for this phone....saying that anyone has any estimates/predictions as how long will Cyanogen support will continue foe this nice phone? :highfive:

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Actually in my opinion there is no reason to jump to Nexus 5 until Dev support continues for this phone....saying that anyone has any estimates/predictions as how long will Cyanogen support will continue foe this nice phone? :highfive:
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I don't see any reason why it would stop being supported. With Loki, we can continue to work around the bootloader, so I don't see any problem with future development, but there may be a major change in something that screws that up. If/when the bootloader is patched to prevent the Loki exploit from working, and if the bootloader is tied to major functions on the device, as it is in Samdung's S4, then we could have a problem.