Hi,
I haven't posted here before because I am just looking at phones to replace my HTC Desire/Bravo but I have been reading in a few places that the Note II will not be getting JB 4.2.2 but instead Samsung are waiting to push out 4.3 OTA instead, is this true and would you suggest buying the Note II as a replacement?
Has anyone heard of any additional features the update might bring with it?
Thanks in advance
CJ
CJ0206 said:
Hi,
I haven't posted here before because I am just looking at phones to replace my HTC Desire/Bravo but I have been reading in a few places that the Note II will not be getting JB 4.2.2 but instead Samsung are waiting to push out 4.3 OTA instead, is this true and would you suggest buying the Note II as a replacement?
Has anyone heard of any additional features the update might bring with it?
Thanks in advance
CJ
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well its the best device you can think of as of now until and unless the note3 release so just go ahead and yes 4.3 will be samsung next update for the phone
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well its the best device you can think of as of now until and unless the note3 release so just go ahead and yes 4.3 will be samsung next update for the phone
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Well I can't afford the S4 and the Note II is an amazing device, thanks for the reply
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Well I can't afford the S4 and the Note II is an amazing device, thanks for the reply
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well over here the diff in price is around 4k Indian rupees but trust me I find s4 to be not worth despite the faster processor,cam,better display I still find the note 2 to be the best .the s4 feels like a baby infront of note2 .
with note 2 you cant go wrong better battery,s pen, bigger display, feels better in hand I would definitely choose the note2.
I HAVE MYSELF OWN A HTC HD2 IN THE PAST AND LOVE MY DAYS FLASHING ON IT BUT TRUST ME YOU WILL LOVE THE NOTE2 BY LEAPS
AND WITH THE 4.3 UPDATE IN Q4 IT GETS EVEN BETTER
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well over here the diff in price is around 4k Indian rupees but trust me I find s4 to be not worth despite the faster processor,cam,better display I still find the note 2 to be the best .the s4 feels like a baby infront of note2 .
with note 2 you cant go wrong better battery,s pen, bigger display, feels better in hand I would definitely choose the note2.
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I'm going to uni this year so I think the s-pen will be invaluable, it's a huge step up from my current devices and as you said there's a huge price difference and the note does most of what the S4 does anyway.
CJ0206 said:
I'm going to uni this year so I think the s-pen will be invaluable, it's a huge step up from my current devices and as you said there's a huge price difference and the note does most of what the S4 does anyway.
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just be sure that you have a 4.1.2 rom installed as 4.1.1 is prone to sds as anyways you will get a 4.1.2 flashed in all new note2
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just be sure that you have a 4.1.2 rom installed as 4.1.1 is prone to sds as anyways you will get a 4.1.2 flashed in all new note2
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Will do, thanks again for your help.
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Currently using an HTC One S but have had the S2. Question is if the upgrade is worth it to an S3 if we were to just put the S3 software on the S2 (if even possible). Thoughts?
it,s not just about the software it,s hardware it,s faster much better looking. i am happy with my GS2 i dont wanna upgrade but it,s tempting
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Currently using an HTC One S but have had the S2. Question is if the upgrade is worth it to an S3 if we were to just put the S3 software on the S2 (if even possible). Thoughts?
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Our version of the S3 will feature the super powerful, super efficient Snapdragon S4. Better performance, and much, much better battery life. Porting the software will not give you those additions.
If you care about performance and speed then get the GS3 if you like style and design then keep your HTC One
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Our version of the S3 will feature the super powerful, super efficient Snapdragon S4. Better performance, and much, much better battery life. Porting the software will not give you those additions.
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Of course, when you read about the new processor or about S3 on the internet, it will give you an 'idea' as to where it will stand. However, unless you have the phone in your hand to truly experience what it is really about, what you have said can only go as far as being a speculation.
Im going to wait and see how the hardware differs. Im HOPING the Telus ver has an LTE antenna or something that makes it the same as the AT&T/Rogers version. Im not really intrigued by samsung anymore, i dont want a new device that will have to wait 8 months for a software update, which 5.0 is supposed to land this fall...
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Im going to wait and see how the hardware differs. Im HOPING the Telus ver has an LTE antenna or something that makes it the same as the AT&T/Rogers version. Im not really intrigued by samsung anymore, i dont want a new device that will have to wait 8 months for a software update, which 5.0 is supposed to land this fall...
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Samsung is not delayed on the software update. Its the carriers of the phone. As a matter of fact, Samsung is the first company to bring ICS on the market with Galaxy Nexus.
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Samsung is not delayed on the software update. Its the carriers of the phone. As a matter of fact, Samsung is the first company to bring ICS on the market with Galaxy Nexus.
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True but that was a google phone, and it was a brand new product. They dont give a crap about their old products.
Asus is where its at for fast android updates, and google phones.
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True but that was a google phone, and it was a brand new product. They dont give a crap about their old products.
Asus is where its at for fast android updates, and google phones.
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At the same time you have to understand that updating software for all tmobile users ota costs a lot of money. Gingerbreads are stable and I'm pretty sure they'd like to spend time and money on things that profit them like developing new products.
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I'll go first. Staying with my note 2. Not giving up my stylus just yet. No other phone has impressed me enough to give up my GN2 just yet.
According to the commercials "The Next Big Thing is Already Here"....and I have it =D. I am totally content with my phone. I use the stylus daily, it is beyond convenient and productive. Contrary to what I suspected prior to buying my GN2, the size is just right for me. I have small hands but I do just fine with it; albeit I do get the occassional hand cramp from holding it; but that's because I rarely put it down I've been totally spoiled by the size, and couldn't imagine having a smaller screen. I was putting games on my Captivate for my lil one to play on, and I giggled...how did I live with that tiny screen. On the flip side I also couldn't imagine going any bigger, with that said I plan on keeping my Note 2 for a long time.
Im trying to decide between the S4 and the Note 3 whenever it comes out. I do love the larger screen size of the Note 2.
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I don't think I can ever go back to a smaller screen, so I'll most likely be getting the note 3.
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After you own a note 2,every other device looks so tiny. I'll just wait for the note 3.
Edit: WOW this thread is a sticky now,I think a sticky should be informative not a conversation.
Edit 2: no pun intended.
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Glad this thread is here. When I had my One X, every other thread was a comparison thread. Just mucked up the forums honestly.
Good idea Mod!
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After you own a note 2,every other device looks so tiny. I'll just wait for the note 3.
Edit: WOW this thread is a sticky now,I think a sticky should be informative not a conversation.
Edit 2: no pun intended.
Edit: some users don't bother looking at sticky threads. So you'll see more comparison threads.
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The HTC One has my attention, but I'm just not sure that I'm willing to part with my GN2 yet. The only thing that hacks me off about Samsung is their insistence on the cheap plastic finish.
The fit and finish of the HTC One may lure me in...I'll decide when I see it in person.
I would never go to another phone, so either way I will wait for note3 or if something bad happens to me phone I will just buy a new note2.
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I would never go to another phone, so either way I will wait for note3 or if something bad happens to me phone I will just buy a new note2.
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well hopefully the rumour about the note 3 having a LCD screen is false I rather have the AMOLED screen even if the reason for the LCD screen is better use of the S-pen.
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I would never go to another phone, so either way I will wait for note3 or if something bad happens to me phone I will just buy a new note2.
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Exactly, I love my Note 2 a lot, finally feel like I have a phone that is great and has what I want.
Just finished watching the first episode of the S IV launch event the new features seems really cool for it, but just as you said will wait to see what they do to the Note 3.
I think I'm sold on the S4, although I do love my Note 2. But... will a lot of the S4 features, software wise, is just a part of an updated OS or apps that we can use on the Note 2? That could potentially keep me here. But then again the 13mpx camera and 441dpi is very tempting.
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I think I'm sold on the S4, although I do love my Note 2. But... will a lot of the S4 features, software wise, is just a part of an updated OS or apps that we can use on the Note 2? That could potentially keep me here. But then again the 13mpx camera and 441dpi is very tempting.
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well most of the features that are on the s4 will be coming to the note 2 so the rumor goes with the 4.22 update but we will probably get the update when the note 3 comes out and it will have all those features and then some.
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I don't understand the "I hate the plastic' on the Samsung phone...
I ride a Triumph motorcycle that will do 150mph+ and it has a plastic body covering an awesome engine and frame and even better electronics ... JUST like my Samsung note 2 (or future galaxy 4)
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I'm Taking a pass on GS4 holding out for Note 3
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I don't understand the "I hate the plastic' on the Samsung phone...
I ride a Triumph motorcycle that will do 150mph+ and it has a plastic body covering an awesome engine and frame and even better electronics ... JUST like my Samsung note 2 (or future galaxy 4)
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The Speed Triple has plastic?
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I think I'm sold on the S4, although I do love my Note 2. But... will a lot of the S4 features, software wise, is just a part of an updated OS or apps that we can use on the Note 2? That could potentially keep me here. But then again the 13mpx camera and 441dpi is very tempting.
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Not in a million years. The S4 looks OK, but is in no way a replacement for the Note 2.
1 - I will never use any of those "features" on the S4. Like MKBHD mentioned on his S4 video, and I agree, the new features are attractive to people who are not very phone-literate. If you want to use different apps other than the standard ones, you'll lose them anyway, like the smart pause. I don't see myself using any of the new features they announced.
2 - The battery life is virtually guaranteed to suck when compared to the Note 2. If it's anything like the S3, which I owned and gladly sold within 2 months, there won't be ROMs or kernels good enough to make the battery last anywhere close to the Note 2. Unless you need the absolutely fastest phone in the world, you don't need an S4. The processor is gonna run your battery to the ground with very little use, I'm sure.
3 - Having been a completely satisfied Note 2 owner for about 3 months, I think the S4 is too small! Well, anything else is too small for that matter.
4 - No S-Pen = FAIL. The S-Pen is one of the highlights of the Note 2 and I now expect all phones to have it (OK, that's unrealistic, but it would be really nice!).
As many users here said, I don't think I'll ever buy anything other than Notes from now on. I'll wait for the Note 3 or 4 depending on how excited I get when they come out.
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Main reason am gonna stick to Note2 is for Exynos processor.
I have used International version of S2 which had dual core exynos processor than S2lte with snapdragon and it sucked.
Then comes the North American S3 (big update in snapdragon processer), but still was behind in smoothness comparing international version of S3 having exynos quadcore porcesser.
And comes the beast Note2 with exynos processor and 2gb Ram as addon, nothing can beat smoothness of this phone.
Snapdragon qualcomm processer has got better, but for me are still behind in smoothness comparing to exynos.
Hoping Note3 to come with exynos like of Note2, orelse I will have to go with international version at cost of no LTE.
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I just picked up a note 2 last week and really like it,havent even looked at my s3 since lol..i will buy the s4 as well though just to check it out..one can never have enough tech around :thumbup:
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When do you think Samsung will release 4.2.2 for the Note2?
After release of S4?
Or like half year later?
Tomorrow. 7:35am
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Tomorrow. 7:35am
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Haha that just made my day classic
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When do you think Samsung will release 4.2.2 for the Note2?
After release of S4?
Or like half year later?
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Well... i had the S3 and it took forever to get 4.1 i remeber. My guess is some months after the S4 is out. Maybe two months.
May/June
when they announced note3
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when they announced note3
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I guess they will in September, like that was with Note or Note2
Ofiicial: Samsung Will Update Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy S3 to JellyBean 4.2.2 Shortly After Galaxy S4 Release Date – Report
Well....that would be right now then....take/give a few moments.....
Who cares? I've used 4.2 it's not much of an upgrade over 4.1. The only feature thats interesting is the multi user setup and that's only interesting to a limited user group. My phone is mine. No one else uses it. Period.
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Who cares? 4.2's not much of an upgrade. that's only interesting to a limited group. Period.
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Well, if YOU don't care....good for you. Point taken.
Let me just tell you that MANY people care for ANY update, since
not many phones are working as they're supposed to, with 4.1.2.
Myself, I have not had a proper working wifi function, since the
miserable 4.1.2 "update". And you know as well as all of us
that most users have less battery time, more lag, & so on.
But you already know about those facts.
You just wanted to say "who cares"...
Well.....who cares if you care or not?
Unless they release the note 3 they will never release 4.2.2 for note 2 owners because they fear that some people will not upgrade to note 3 due to the upgrade software.
just like we will never get 4.2.2 for the s3 unless the s4 is release
If you truely want 4.2.2. Unlock and root and just use rom. Super easy to do now especially with the latest samsung devices, i.e. Galaxy S3 and Note 2.
And with being able to download the stock images almost impossible to brick these devices.
I'd actually like lockscreen widgets.
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its not the aosp 4.2.2 we need , its the samsung "gimmics" laden touchwiz 4.2.2 we need:laugh:
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Who cares? I've used 4.2 it's not much of an upgrade over 4.1. The only feature thats interesting is the multi user setup and that's only interesting to a limited user group. My phone is mine. No one else uses it. Period.
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You used the 4.2 in Galaxy S4? or you used the CM10 version?
completely different stuff.. i want to use it cause samsung is doing amazing things that you dont see in CM versions
Do you want me to elaborate some things?
Air View (with finger if possible like S4)
Multi-windows
Sensors (next page, moving homescreens etc, I know GMD works as well but this gets integrated in stock)
Both cameras working at same time.
hi friends
please anyone give me some advise
i sold my iphone4 and want to buy android device
and now i have 2 choice note2 or note3(3g) ..but note3 need more 200$
is note 2 enough and do all works of note3 i dont play the heavy games but also i dont want any lag in the phone
i was thinking of s4 but all advise me to get note2 but now i see many peoples telling me its 2 years old phone !!
thanks
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hi friends
please anyone give me some advise
i sold my iphone4 and want to buy android device
and now i have 2 choice note2 or note3(3g) ..but note3 need more 200$
is note 2 enough and do all works of note3 i dont play the heavy games but also i dont want any lag in the phone
i was thinking of s4 but all advise me to get note2 but now i see many peoples telling me its 2 years old phone !!
thanks
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Just saw this thread and had some random thoughts about how to answer this. I got my note 2 on recontract 2.5 years ago and was the latest and greatest at the time. I've installed a new Rom (Thanks Ditto Note) which has the latest 4.4.2 version of Android and the applications for Note 3 and S5.
This is pretty cool (makes my phone feel brand new) but the reality is that Note 2 is not the Note 3. I think the screen is a big upgrade from the Note 2, bigger and crisper as well as better battery life. It sounds like you may be worried about the latest and greatest. I don't see many people complaining about Note 3 and going back to Note 2. Also Note 4 is supposed to be in the wings.
The only thing I would not recommend is if Note 3 IS NOT 4G/LTE (personally unless your network doesn't support, 4G/LTE is way to go). You may not use it but eventually, 4G speeds will be rolled out soon and good to have option.
Maybe someone who has gone from Note 2 to Note 3 may chip in and give their perspective.
Dont wory it will work all on device heavy games ,batery life is exelent ,it is not slow at all ,its fast ,you dont regret notging if you buy note 2
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I agree with Zhousibo, that flashing DN3 does make the Note 2 awesome and brings many features from new devices like Note 3 and S5 to the Note 2.
I have a Note 2 with DN3 v5+ and it is working rather well, so personally I don't feel the need to upgrade to Note 3 yet. I'll wait and watch for Note 4.
However, you may not want to root and flash an alternate ROM immediately after purchase, especially if you might want to keep the warranty.
Also, Note 3 has better hardware like 1080p screen and also includes an IR sensor that can be a useful add-on with some of the new remote control applications in the market.
buy Note 3 , then save up for Note 5
otherwise you will regret after some time
its clear that the note3 screen is much better than note2 .(which i care more than the camera) so i will get the note3 with 4g version
thanks to all
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its clear that the note3 screen is much better than note2 .(which i care more than the camera) so i will get the note3 with 4g version
thanks to all
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Yep go for it. As soon samsung will forget it's phone like they tend to do.
2 years of life then they push their new models first. Note2 is close to the limit.
I'm not sure we will see 4.5 on our phone.
Long live custom roms.
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Hi.
I currently own a Galaxy Note 10.1 (2012) and unfortunately I woke it up during lunch and was surprised to find that the screen now hates black and now it displays things incorrectly. It's still usable but ugly to look at. So I've read some reviews and it seems that the battery life is much worse and it's laggy even with 8 cores. So after more than 6 months, is this cellphone/tablet worth it now? I prefer the 10 inch notes for random sketching though but I normally do my art with a real Wacom tablet. I'm thinking of either suffering until the release of the next Galaxy Note 10.1 or possibly jump at Asus Transformer Book V or just jumping to the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014. I mainly just use my tablet for Internet and drawing on Sketchbook Pro.
If you are normal with a life and don't sit around all day and pick at everything , This tablet is the best out there for the money,,I have had mine since Dec 21013 and had no issues , I'm rooted and its stupid fast and does everything, Don't listen to the reviews on this tab, most of the bad ones are IPad goons and people with way too much time on their hands.
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best Android tablet right now — better than the Asus/Tegra offering, with higher res and functionality than Sony's Xperia Z2 Tab. can't beat the SPen. only gripe is the Sammy Book cover is crazy expensive.
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Only gripe is the Sammy Book Cover is crazy expensive.
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It's still not "cheap", but I've bought a genuine one from Amazon for $39 (better than the $70 MSRP).
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It's still not "cheap", but I've bought a genuine one from Amazon for $39 (better than the $70 MSRP).
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you're lucky ... ordered mine through Amazon (.ca), but the only places that would ship to Canada started around $60. crazy thing is that it's not stocked at BestBuy or FutureShop here, even though they sell the tablet.
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ship to Canada
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Doh! Didn't see the Maple Leaf the first time. I've always wondered that if a "friend" sends something like that (mine came in just a regular 8x10-ish packing envelope) to you in Canada, how closely would HM Customs examine it, and if the shipping would be crazy expensive?
Too bad about Best Buy- ours here have them (at MSRP, though).
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Doh! Didn't see the Maple Leaf the first time. I've always wondered that if a "friend" sends something like that (mine came in just a regular 8x10-ish packing envelope) to you in Canada, how closely would HM Customs examine it, and if the shipping would be crazy expensive?
Too bad about Best Buy- ours here have them (at MSRP, though).
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if it's a "gift", we are allowed up to a certain amount, but that designation depends on the seller (eBay peeps can be accommodating). sometimes i'll get stuff shipped to Point Roberts, just across the border, and then take a drive and roll the dice with the border guard. i've had $700 phones and gear sent that way, and have lucked out.
you Americans get all the good stuff! the black version of the P600 hasn't even been released yet here. and probably won't be ...
gotta say, i really dig the Official Book Cover. slim, and still shows off the design of the tablet, with just enough protection for the screen (not using any film or tempered glass on the screen.
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Gotta say, i really dig the Official Book Cover
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I've always wondered that if a "friend" sends something like that ...?
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... if it's a "gift", we are allowed up to a certain amount
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PM me, if you'd like.
If you want to root while keeping warranty, I suggest NOT buying this tablet.
I just bought it and regretted it due to the above. I don't install custom ROM, but I need root for Xposed (unrestricted Multiview), debloat (seems very necessary for Samsung devices) and back up (Helium and Titanium Backup).
Don't spread misinformation- you can get root w/o tripping Knox nor voiding your warranty.
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Don't spread misinformation- you can get root w/o tripping Knox nor voiding your warranty.
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For Wifi version?! I know there is one for 3G/LTE with TowelRoot, but but not Wifi version. CF Root for Wifi will trip KNOX.
If there is, please do share. I'd love to root my tablet.
I have Wifi and I'm rooted and Knox is 0x0
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I have Wifi and I'm rooted and Knox is 0x0
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Well, can you share the link how to do this? Then maybe you can ask mod to update the FAQ, since as of today, there is NO root for KK for Wifi without tripping KNOX.
Here's the FAQ: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2723420
Here's the CF root: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490805
Let's play nice...
I would say yes to buying. On the neg for me I root and custom rom all Android devices I own and got mine this weekend not having read this forum. It came with 4.4.2 so I can only root but cannot do a custom recovery for a custom rom as some here have had theirs longer than I.
Don't know if any love will come for the 442 but if root is not your concern it is a sweet device. I know without a custom rom I am missing another level that they offer.
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Let's play nice...
I would say yes to buying. On the neg for me I root and custom rom all Android devices I own and got mine this weekend not having read this forum. It came with 4.4.2 so I can only root but cannot do a custom recovery for a custom rom as some here have had theirs longer than I.
Don't know if any love will come for the 442 but if root is not your concern it is a sweet device. I know without a custom rom I am missing another level that they offer.
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I am playing nice - I gave OP info about root just in case he wants to do so.
However, I was "accused" of spreading mis-information by @kcrudup and @GalaxyNotesTx. If I gave wrong info, correct me by providing the link to rooting Wifi version without tripping KNOX, and I'll fix my post.
FYI: I just got this tablet yesterday and have been searching XDA and Googling other forums and sites - no root without tripping KNOX for wifi version. So I don't want OP to be as disappointed as me IF he/she wants root.
After my Note 3 and Moto G was stolen ,, i bought LG G Pro Lite Dual and thinking on getting a tablet for Games Movies and all kind of entertainment ,,, for a week now i was reading and watching all reviews and i can't choose between the Note 10.1 2014 Edition and Tab S 10.5
The Note 10.1 2014 is already available for a good price the 3G version will cost me around 550USD while the Tab S isn't here yet and don't know it's price but for sure it will be more expensive
so do you advice getting the Note 10.1 2014 or shall i wait for the Tab S ??!!
MohamedYousri said:
After my Note 3 and Moto G was stolen ,, i bought LG G Pro Lite Dual and thinking on getting a tablet for Games Movies and all kind of entertainment ,,, for a week now i was reading and watching all reviews and i can't choose between the Note 10.1 2014 Edition and Tab S 10.5
The Note 10.1 2014 is already available for a good price the 3G version will cost me around 550USD while the Tab S isn't here yet and don't know it's price but for sure it will be more expensive
so do you advice getting the Note 10.1 2014 or shall i wait for the Tab S ??!!
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I think it depends on whether you need the S-pen or not. I've looked at the Tab S, but I need the pen.
Plus, the Note is only $459 at Amazon, so it's cheaper.
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I think it depends on whether you need the S-pen or not. I've looked at the Tab S, but I need the pen.
Plus, the Note is only $459 at Amazon, so it's cheaper.
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Can't get it throw Amazon here in Egypt so i have to get it from any local store ,, i used Note 2 and Note 3 but i can't say that i use the SPen that much ,, it's a great addition indeed but holding 2 phones in my hand before prevented me from using the SPen
the main issue that the Tab S will be out of my budget fore sure but if it worth it then i will try to get one whenever it's here also they almost identical in specifications except for the screen Super LCD Vs. Super AMOLED
I guess for sure that Samsung will update all this devices for Android L so i don't have to worry about it
I would prefer to get the Snapdragon version but it's a quit rare in common and hard to get so i have to stick to the Exynos although i prefer the Snapdragon
So what do you think ?!
fvig2001 said:
Hi.
I currently own a Galaxy Note 10.1 (2012) and unfortunately I woke it up during lunch and was surprised to find that the screen now hates black and now it displays things incorrectly. It's still usable but ugly to look at. So I've read some reviews and it seems that the battery life is much worse and it's laggy even with 8 cores. So after more than 6 months, is this cellphone/tablet worth it now? I prefer the 10 inch notes for random sketching though but I normally do my art with a real Wacom tablet. I'm thinking of either suffering until the release of the next Galaxy Note 10.1 or possibly jump at Asus Transformer Book V or just jumping to the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014. I mainly just use my tablet for Internet and drawing on Sketchbook Pro.
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Yes, or perhaps the 12" if that would work for you. I think the 2014 Note is still the best 10 " option available
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MohamedYousri said:
Can't get it throw Amazon here in Egypt so i have to get it from any local store ,, i used Note 2 and Note 3 but i can't say that i use the SPen that much ,, it's a great addition indeed but holding 2 phones in my hand before prevented me from using the SPen
the main issue that the Tab S will be out of my budget fore sure but if it worth it then i will try to get one whenever it's here also they almost identical in specifications except for the screen Super LCD Vs. Super AMOLED
I guess for sure that Samsung will update all this devices for Android L so i don't have to worry about it
I would prefer to get the Snapdragon version but it's a quit rare in common and hard to get so i have to stick to the Exynos although i prefer the Snapdragon
So what do you think ?!
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There is also the 10" Note Pro, Which is Cheaper than the s.
Note10.1Dude said:
Yes, or perhaps the 12" if that would work for you. I think the 2014 Note is still the best 10 " option available
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There is also the 10" Note Pro, Which is Cheaper than the s.
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Why do you recommend the Galaxy Tab Pro ? comparing to Note 10.1 2014 they are both identical but you got the SPen and more 1GB of RAM so i guess the Note 10.1 2014 is better than Galaxy Tab Pro and maybe cheaper also