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Anyone have a Samsung Galaxy Note 3? (1 Viewer)
- Thread starter Otis
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danielmclark
Footballguy
And it needs to start with a form factor change. If they roll out the iPhone 6 in the same body as the iPhone 5 and 5s, it won't matter what features they pack into it. They'll look like they haven't done anything new.
Otis
Footballguy
Otis
Footballguy
Just a truth guy. Truth is that Apple was kicking the snot out of the android guys a few years ago. The reverse is probably true today. In the end I guess it's all good in that it forces them to try to be interesting, and gives us options.
But yeah, I'm not into the Apple ecosystem anymore. Was fun while it lasted, but man is this better.
Mario Kart
Footballguy
I haven't got my new phone yet but Apple needs a larger phone with a better battery. The camera is second to the previous but as of now, the other phone makers are running laps around Apple. The other problem is when Apple does "wow" next year... the phone is going to be priced at $399 or some dumb large number. The Apple eco system is huge and I have no problem with it but something has to give.
1. Bigger phone
2. longer lasting battery (more space, bigger battery)
3. better camera
C'mon, Apple. What would it be like with Jobs still around? Apple is the new Microsoft except Microsoft is livening up a bit.
Card Trader
Footballguy
It's been a while since Apple kicked the snot out of Android..and I don't just mean in sales. Many of the things you rave about now have been around for years on Android. Welcome to the dark side.
Abraham
Footballguy
Questions about android, which I left after a year with an Evo.
1. Is there an app like iMessage? I use it all day on my Mac to chat with my wife while she is home with the kid. Is a lot more convenient then pulling out the phone to text.
2. Is there an app like iMessage that keeps me from getting dinged on SMS charges.
3. Is the native mail client any good? I have one exchange account and three gmail accounts (about to be four or five).
4. Does it work to use iTunes for managing music and loading it on to the phone?
5. Can you use iphoto to manage photos or am I going to have to learn Picassa or something new?
I use a lot of google services but I'm very used to the apple ecosystem for messages, photos, and music.
Are there any apps in android that are better/worse than apple? Do apps update over the air automatically? Can you backup/restore the entire phone easily? Can I have more than one google voice number on it?
That's a start.
1. Is there an app like iMessage? I use it all day on my Mac to chat with my wife while she is home with the kid. Is a lot more convenient then pulling out the phone to text.
2. Is there an app like iMessage that keeps me from getting dinged on SMS charges.
3. Is the native mail client any good? I have one exchange account and three gmail accounts (about to be four or five).
4. Does it work to use iTunes for managing music and loading it on to the phone?
5. Can you use iphoto to manage photos or am I going to have to learn Picassa or something new?
I use a lot of google services but I'm very used to the apple ecosystem for messages, photos, and music.
Are there any apps in android that are better/worse than apple? Do apps update over the air automatically? Can you backup/restore the entire phone easily? Can I have more than one google voice number on it?
That's a start.
belljr
Footballguy
google changed google talk to hangouts it is basically a chat app. i think it just uses data .
i somehow still dont have a google+ account. talk was better tha. hangouts but it works
email client is fine for my 3 accounts
you can manually load any music, google music works lome iTunes also. i have it set to only show music on phone and not in thw cloudcloud
Abraham
Footballguy
Quez
Footballguy
The original iPhone was really the only top smart phone offering Apple ever had. Android phones almost immediately had superior devices.
Abraham
Footballguy
Can't do it. Went to the TMo store today because they had a Nexus 5 and a Note 3 to play with. SPent at least 20 minutes with each, including the rep (Note 3 owner) working with me on it. I certainly think both are fantastic phones. But the differences struck me more as being personal preference than Android being "better" than iOS. I am sure there are some things that users of Android would point to as superior and I wouldn't argue. I just didn't see the compelling reason to switch that I was hoping for.
Pots
Footballguy
Whatever makes you happy. I agree with Otis and switched from Apple a few weeks ago. Couldn't be happier with my Note 3.
Abraham
Footballguy
Otis
Footballguy
I don't think your 20 minute test drive is enough to appreciate the difference. These guys who do the extended reviews of android phones over a week or longer on Engadget and elsewhere -- they do that for a reason. The first 24 hours or so with the Note were frustrating and a little disorienting. A few days later and I concede it's the best phone I've used.
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Mario Kart
Footballguy
Got a text tonight from ATT that my phone is not going to be here until the 2nd of December. Was supposed to ship out today. I ordered the yellow one and that seems to be the reason. Anyone have an idea if the ATT stores would get the yellow one before me and I can weasel my phone from a store instead? Argh!
I did play with a Note today, not long but wanted to get the feel for it since the 1520 is "similar" size. It didn't feel too big although, and I've never had one, I might see a need for a bluetooth ear piece. If they make a small one that would be ideal for car rides and walking around instead of holding up the phone to my ear. No?
I did play with a Note today, not long but wanted to get the feel for it since the 1520 is "similar" size. It didn't feel too big although, and I've never had one, I might see a need for a bluetooth ear piece. If they make a small one that would be ideal for car rides and walking around instead of holding up the phone to my ear. No?
Mario Kart
Footballguy
Went to the AT&T store to check the phone out. The three rows of tiles looks much better than the two. The interface was not difficult to handle. Different, yes, and like Otis, will take some time to get used to. The buttons on the side will take time getting used to. The width might be an issue for some or possibly just time getting used to it. The weight was negligible and the screen didn't seem "too big". Texting may be an issue if used in landscape form only because the phone is so long, a small thumb might not reach the middle keys. I want a good epub reader though because the one that was on the phone did not have spacing or paragraph indentations... so hopefully there is one that will do that.
The big sell for me as I tested this feature out is MS Office is on the phone and you can edit any of the files on the phone. The only difficulty will be the work arounds, button pushing... getting used to where things are so you can be speedy at doing edits and stuff like that. It might just be an awesome gadget.
The big sell for me as I tested this feature out is MS Office is on the phone and you can edit any of the files on the phone. The only difficulty will be the work arounds, button pushing... getting used to where things are so you can be speedy at doing edits and stuff like that. It might just be an awesome gadget.
Mario Kart
Footballguy
This has been around for years. Now Otis has found a new platform to plant his kiss of death.
Abraham
Footballguy
Mario Kart
Footballguy
Finally shipped. Should have tomorrow.
Not sure if I'm gong to buy the belkin wallet case or some other kind.
Not sure if I'm gong to buy the belkin wallet case or some other kind.
HellToupee
Footballguy
I was playing with the 1520 yesterday & damn that is big. Loved the screen but can't imaging making a call on it never mind trying to fit it in my pocket. Really wish it was a little smaller. Rooting for windows phone to take hold.
The Moto X felt & looked really nice
HellToupee
Footballguy
I have a 5S but I'm strongly considering the Nokia 1020 & giving the 5S to my son
Mario Kart
Footballguy
Yeah, it will take some getting used to. I'm thinking about a Bluetooth headset though so I don't have to hold it up. Also, have to check the speakers out cause that might be the way to go when at home instead. The other idea is when I'm in the car I could use the car stereo to talk thus no holding up to my head while driving. Will have to see what might work best.HellToupee said:
HellToupee
Footballguy
I liked playing with the 1520 . I'm very interested in seeing how you like it in out & about carrying it in your pocket & your opinion of the camera.
BoltBacker
Footballguy
That's what I was thinking as well.
(bluetooth + phablet) > (phone + tablet)
How does it pass the pocket test? Jeans pocket?
Abraham
Footballguy
Size, battery, note has some extra apps.
hxperson
Footballguy
Also the Spen, and Note 3 is more powerful due to a more powerful processor (Snapdragon 800) and 3 GB's of RAM vs 2 GB for the S4.
Mario Kart
Footballguy
About the 1520 so far:
- Haven't taken it outside because its not set to make phone calls yet. Have been trying to set things up a bit but its pretty straight forward so far. Will have to tinker with the tiles to customize the phone a bit more.
- the phone actually does not seem "too big" for phone calls. Although I do want to try the speakers out to see how those are.
- There is ~11.4 GB of space from the 16 but I ordered a 16 GB micro sd card from Office Max today. Cheap to add memory so no big deal there.
- Still looking for a case, might go with the Belkin cause nothing is out there yet. Not impressed with any other cases yet.
- Opened the box and there is a $20 app voucher so, in theory, I paid $80 for the phone. Not a bad deal when you think about it. Now, I just need to add the apps.
- Camera will be tested today.
- Haven't taken it outside because its not set to make phone calls yet. Have been trying to set things up a bit but its pretty straight forward so far. Will have to tinker with the tiles to customize the phone a bit more.
- the phone actually does not seem "too big" for phone calls. Although I do want to try the speakers out to see how those are.
- There is ~11.4 GB of space from the 16 but I ordered a 16 GB micro sd card from Office Max today. Cheap to add memory so no big deal there.
- Still looking for a case, might go with the Belkin cause nothing is out there yet. Not impressed with any other cases yet.
- Opened the box and there is a $20 app voucher so, in theory, I paid $80 for the phone. Not a bad deal when you think about it. Now, I just need to add the apps.
- Camera will be tested today.
jhib
Footballguy
My iphone 4 is starting to become more frustrating all of a sudden. I don't want to upgrade to ios 7 because I've heard it doesn't play nice with the 4. Now my app choices are becoming limited, as developers aren't making many apps backwards compatible with ios 6.
One more reason it looks like a Note is going on my Christmas list.
One more reason it looks like a Note is going on my Christmas list.
HellToupee
Footballguy
I had no problems running 7 on my 4 . On the other hand with my new 5S, ios7 is aggrivating me.
Chaos Commish
Footballguy
My kid runs 7 on a 4s, lives on it without complaint. She complains about Android (my phone/tablets) every time she touches them.HellToupee said:
Like some I like having two numbers, one for business one personal. The biz acct is att with an S3 15-16 months into contract. Personal uses two Chinese Note 3 clones I picked up for $300 unlocked (they're limited to 3g but otherwise very good). I'm surprised so few of you are complaining about the size. The S3 is about as big as I can stand for carrying. I use the clones for in home wifi and have stopped paying for voice text with them. They're small tablets to me. I might upgrade my phone to an S4 in a few months, but I will also consider downsizing if the right phone is out there.
Quez
Footballguy
Wait for the S5 that is rumored to go on sale in 3 months, then let us all know how awesome it is.
Otis
Footballguy
Just keep using it. It took me a couple weeks to fully adjust and find my way around and get my settings the way I wanted them. I wouldn't go back.
shader
Footballguy
Just keep using it. It took me a couple weeks to fully adjust and find my way around and get my settings the way I wanted them. I wouldn't go back.
One day in, seems more buggy than the iPhone. Other than that I like it so far, the screen is amazing.
Otis
Footballguy
OMG just got my dream accessory off Amazon. Didn't even realize these exist --
Wireless charging accessory.
The reviews look good. Also bought a couple of the wireless charging pads, one of my nightstand and one for my desk at work. My one and only gripe has been plugging this thing in (I got used to the plug-it-in-either-way-and-it-doesn't-matter connector on my iPhone5, which is great when you're groping around in the dark at night to plug it in). This is a step better. Just toss it on the pad. Bam.
Wireless charging accessory.
The reviews look good. Also bought a couple of the wireless charging pads, one of my nightstand and one for my desk at work. My one and only gripe has been plugging this thing in (I got used to the plug-it-in-either-way-and-it-doesn't-matter connector on my iPhone5, which is great when you're groping around in the dark at night to plug it in). This is a step better. Just toss it on the pad. Bam.
Joe T
Footballguy
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