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[Q] Looking to purchase a Note II and had some questions

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I'm looking a purchasing a Samsung Note II that will be used on AT&T network. Since my upgrade is a year away, I have a Skyrocket that's only a year old, this phone will be a full price for me. I'm trying to find out some specific questions on the different Note II phone types, euro vs North America and what preloaded software differences are between them.
* the Note II that I purchase MUST have 4G LTE (AT&T FINALLY turned on 4G LTE in North East OKLA about 4 weeks ago! ..LOVEING IT).
* 10 minutes after I purchase the phone and verifying that everything is in working order it gets rooted.
I can purchase the phone from AT&T for full retail for 649. Best Buy said they would match that price (we'll see if they really do). When at Best Buy I asked about the preloaded software on the Note II (sense they do not have a working model on the floor) I was told in a blunt tone that it was an AT&T phone so it would work on AT&T's network.
Question---
1. Is the AT&T Note II phone that Best Buy sells have the same preloaded junk that comes on the one at the AT&T store?
2. Is the AT&T Note II phone that Best Buy sells been stripped of some of the Note II futures like the one at the AT&T store?
-- I read on an Amazon review the following http://www.amazon.com/review/R2Q2WM4I4VO8J7/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt#R2Q2WM4I4VO8J7
Be aware that the AT&T version of the Galaxy Note II is currently missing various standard functionality that Samsung is marketing and the other major carriers provide- missing functionality include:
~Multiview
~Group Shot Camera mode - with the ability to change faces
~Mobile data toggle
~Blocking mode toggle
~Screen Recorder
Since I am trying to get the most bang for my buck (a lot of bucks) which Note II phone that will work on AT&T that has 4G LTE should I be looking at?
(note- I suffered waiting on an ICS update from AT&T, so not having to depended on AT&T for my Android updates is a big plus)
Any advise or pointers is appreciated
Thanks

1.yes
2.yes
I will never buy a phone with a att stamp on it.
This PSA was Swyped out on my Paranoid Note 2 N7100

non carrier branded
So if I go with an unlocked phone- non carrier branded, which model number should I get that will work on AT&T and have LTE?
I saw this on another review-
Update: LTE! There are many people commenting about this. Apparently there's a version of the international Note 2 (not the N7100) that sports LTE, the model number is N7105 and it comes with "LTE 700 MHz Class 17 / 2100" (Sources: GSM Arena, Engadget and XDA forums). If you have a N7100 the LTE radio is simply not there. However this is not guarantee that the N7105 will work with AT&T's or Tmo's LTE, it all depends if those frequencies are compilant with those carriers' respective LTE signals. As LTE network compatibility can be a deal breaker for many people within the US, I suggest you to research very well before buying it. If someone can squeeze any info out of AT&T or Tmo, please comment. To shed more light on this issue, you can Google the xda thread 1917383. (Geez, all this makes me feel kinda happy I don't have to worry about LTE compatibility yet).

The only way to get lte with a note on att is with their model. If you can live with out lte the get N7100.in San Diego I get around 8mb down and around 2 up.
This PSA was Swyped out on my Paranoid Note 2 N7100

If you get the N7105, it will have LTE, but in the wrong bands for AT&T.
GT-N7105 (International Note 2): 800/1800/2600
SGH-i317 (AT&T Note 2): 700/850/AWS/1900
See how those don't line up?
I'd just get the 7100. You'll get 21mbps with that on AT&T with HSPA+ and you won't have any carrier BS. HSPA+ is pretty dang quick.
Might want to check this site too http://www.dailysteals.com/ got a good deal on note 2's today.

I am running the 7100 on AT&T in Phoenix. The lack of LTE does not bug me too often as the HSPA+ is good enough for my needs.
However, the OP stated that they would be rooting the phone. As such a clean bloat-free ROM for the AT&T phone would work on LTE. I have not been in the AT&T forums, but I assume there are bloat-free ROMs with all the missing features turned on.
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CrozB said:
I am running the 7100 on AT&T in Phoenix. The lack of LTE does not bug me too often as the HSPA+ is good enough for my needs.
However, the OP stated that they would be rooting the phone. As such a clean bloat-free ROM for the AT&T phone would work on LTE. I have not been in the AT&T forums, but I assume there are bloat-free ROMs with all the missing features turned on.
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Yes I plan on rooting the phone and installing a clean bloat free ROM. (rant) I just wanted to buy a phone with all the futures the EU version has and without the silly branding/bloat that carriers do, all they do is muck up the phone.

[Q] Samsung NOTE 3 (T-MOBILE version) experience???

Hello guys
I'm from Europe,but I'm planning to get Samsung galaxy NOTE 3 from USA.I have been reading a little bit on the forum on USA models.I have come to the conclusion that T-MOBILE'S version of NOTE 3 is best version for me to use in Europe.It has unlocked boot loader,not too late updates and I can use it here in Europe with European SIM card.Other carriers have NOTE 3 (like VERIZON and AT&T) but with locked boot loader,and from I have read,VERIZON makes updates last on their phones....
Can you please tell me your personal experience with T-MOBILE'S version of NOTE 3,so I can decide whether to get it or look elsewhere?
And if you are asking why do I want to buy SAMSUNG NOTE 3 from USA and not from Europe,the answer is because I have someone over there ,who can get it much cheaper for me
Thank you in advance

I'm with AT&T, and I recently bought the T-Mobile version of the Note 3 for just those exact reasons that you have listed.
It's an amazing device with exceptional dev support. It has the most beautiful display of any mobile device that I've ever seen. It has remarkable battery life, and it's blazingly fast with any task I set before it!
Personally, I couldn't be happier with my choice to purchase this phone.

I got mine a month ago, and I could not be more impressed. I am a flashaholic. Anyways,Go for it MAYNE!:good:

I'm glad that you like your NOTE 3.But my main question is ,should I go with T-MOBILE's NOTE 3 or some other US carrier?For the reasons I mentioned before,Europe,unlocked boot loader.....and will I be able to use everything that NOTE 3 offers here in Europe,including 4G LTE ?

I wouldn't recommend any other carrier's model, as (as far as I know) they all have locked bootloaders or are not GSM compatible.
It's hard to say if that's best for you in your particular situation as there are quite a few variables.
As far as functionality, you'll need to find out what frequencies your carrier uses for their different bands and make sure that the T-Mobile Note 3 has those frequencies as well. I can't imagine anything other than that being an issue as far as "use(ing) everything that Note 3 offers".

[Q] Use Spring TAB 3 on AT&T? Possible to unlock?

I have a TAB 3 from Sprint. I would like to use it with my AT&T sim. Is this possible?

Which 8.4" models will work on Verizon?

Anyone know which 8.4" S models will work on the Verizon data plan?
Other than the one made specifically for them (which cannot be rooted).

Galaxy Tab S with phone calling, sms & mms

What models of the Galaxy Tab S will have the voice phone calling, SMS, MMS capabilities?
I'm mainly interested in the 7-8" versions. Also not overly concerned about LTE bands mis-match.
Thanks

rwcherry100 said:
What models of the Galaxy Tab S will have the voice phone calling, SMS, MMS capabilities?
I'm mainly interested in the 7-8" versions. Also not overly concerned about LTE bands mis-match.
Thanks
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From what I understand non US cellular models. If I recall correctly this is t805 models. Wish we could get U.S. models this capability through system software, but I don5 think there is developer interest.

discord said:
From what I understand non US cellular models. If I recall correctly this is t805 models. Wish we could get U.S. models this capability through system software, but I don5 think there is developer interest.
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I agree. US cell providers have their head up you know where. I just tested my international version Galaxy Note Pro 12 12.2 as my car phone (2016 F-150 with Navdy HUD) and it worked fine (both directions). Now I just need to find a 7-8" international tablet and get rid of my AT&T branded version.

T705 is international 8.4" LTE version, it handles calls, sms and mms quite good, and doesn't even seem strange if you hold it as phone and speak, as it is slim and elegant