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Conflicting 8.9" Specs - MicroSD & Camera pixels!

It seems like there is a conflict in reported specs!
In this video from Engadget (with the dummy's that don't turn on), the 8.9" has a MicroSD slot (http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/22/samsung-galaxy-tab-8-9-and-new-galaxy-tab-10-1-thinner-than-the/), however, in PhoneArena's play with the functioning 8.9", there is no MicroSD slot. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jkOyPxvobc).
Also, in the above PhoneArena video, the Camera appears to be 5 megapixel??
I know they are just prototypes at the moment, but confirmed specs would be good Samsung!!

StuMcBill said:
It seems like there is a conflict in reported specs!
In this video from Engadget (with the dummy's that don't turn on), the 8.9" has a MicroSD slot (http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/22/samsung-galaxy-tab-8-9-and-new-galaxy-tab-10-1-thinner-than-the/), however, in PhoneArena's play with the functioning 8.9", there is no MicroSD slot. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jkOyPxvobc).
Also, in the above PhoneArena video, the Camera appears to be 5 megapixel??
I know they are just prototypes at the moment, but confirmed specs would be good Samsung!!
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It says in the video, right under the spec sheet on the tablet "product design and specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation".
Based on what I've read, these working units are prototypes, and are less current than the ones that they're directly telling press are "US Models", which are the ones that aren't turning on, and have more of a textured back, kinda like a soft-touch finish I guess.
These working prototypes to show of the TouchWiz4.0 UX have the super glossy backs, or are older versions of the 10.1v from MWC. These are more meant to show of the software, and will not necessarily 100% mirror what the hardware at launch will be. That's my understanding of it.
Not totally sure what all is true but there seems to be a couple different models around out there.

The PhoneArena tablet in the video is definitely the prototype.. I didn't watch the entire video, but judging from the comments it wasn't mentioned. That video needs to be taken down or edited, it isn't doing any good. The ones posted on Engadget are surely the real ones.

Eclair~ said:
The PhoneArena tablet in the video is definitely the prototype.. I didn't watch the entire video, but judging from the comments it wasn't mentioned. That video needs to be taken down or edited, it isn't doing any good. The ones posted on Engadget are surely the real ones.
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Yea, the video on AndroidCentral was edited to say as such. All that video can offer is a quick look at the TouchWiz, not the hardware.

Very good review about the Note's screen

Hey all,
Just throwing here this excellent article with detailed information and testing of the Note's screen among the rest of the review.
Enjoy!
http://www.digitalversus.com/mobile-phone/samsung-galaxy-note-p11735/test.html

I feel that the comparison done by phonearena was better...
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sams...D---is-the-PenTile-matrix-bad-for-you_id23134

Hmm, nice review too.
But I think they are focusing on different things. The phonearena review was about the Pentile arrangement, and the digitalversus took into consideration luminosity, contrast ratio and color accuracy reproduction.
In my opinion they complement each other, but anyway it's never too much information. Thanks.

We want a updated test that put note screen against other hd devices like the rezound and lg

I have added the link to the note sticky thread. No need to keep this thread open now.
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Xperia Z1 Video Sample at AFA 2013 featuring ViV's Live Performance

This video sample basically tests the Xperia Z1's built-in microphone capabilities.
Steady Shot enabled to shield from the crowd's push, pull and squeeze
Mode: Superior Auto
Firmware: 2.257
The mic is decent but minor distortion can be heard. 6/10
Video Quality is great. 7/10
Tell me what you guys think about the video sample!

Aerversair said:
Fans meeting & Latest SINGLE 'Be There' Live Performance!
Photo taking session with 4 Lucky Fans who caught the 4 roses that ViV threw in the above video!
Japanese Pop Boy Band, ViV makes special appearance at Anime Festival Asia 2013 to meet their Fans and perform one of their latest song 'Be There'!
This video sample basically tests the Xperia Z1's built-in microphone capabilities.
Steady Shot enabled to shield from the crowd's push, pull and squeeze
Mode: Superior Auto
Firmware: 2.257
The mic is decent but minor distortion can be heard. 6/10
Video Quality is great. 7/10
Tell me what you guys think about the video sample!
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WTF is this post???

neilmc1983 said:
WTF is this post???
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It's a video sample of the xperia z1 duh

OMG
This is the stupidest video sample I have ever seen.
WTF mate?
Sent from my Z1

funky0308 said:
OMG
This is the stupidest video sample I have ever seen.
WTF mate?
Sent from my Z1
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I'm suprise there's a couple of rude people around here, but it's ok! I appreciate the bumps.

Aerversair said:
I'm suprise there's a couple of rude people around here, but it's ok! I appreciate the bumps.
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Sorry mate it wasn't rude in purpose but we can't see why would you post this?!?
It's just average video of a bad, very bad subject.
10-15 min of few girls standing and few guys photographing them is just not good video review.
And I see I'm not the only one who thinks that.
I can't see what's the point of it...
If you showed us video in liw light conditions or in good light, moving objects or something similar but this...
Sent from my Z1

funky0308 said:
Sorry mate it wasn't rude in purpose but we can't see why would you post this?!?
It's just average video of a bad, very bad subject.
10-15 min of few girls standing and few guys photographing them is just not good video review.
And I see I'm not the only one who thinks that.
I can't see what's the point of it...
If you showed us video in liw light conditions or in good light, moving objects or something similar but this...
Sent from my Z1
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These batch of samples are mainly to test how well the Z1's auto focus, steadyshot and built-in mic would fair in crowded areas and as a recording device in a concert (which i actually got a number of requests for this and happened to pass by a concert) So no, it's not completely useless.
I've already done video & photo samples for normal outdoor usage here if you do not use your Z1 for special occasions like the above: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2491778

I don't see why people are hating on this guys video sample, if you don't like it, you can give some constructive criticism, otherwise, keep your mouth shut!
P.S. Interesting video samples :highfive::good:

Interesting one...

z2 Camera reviewed by professionals - ranked # 1 by DXO Mark

Ok - my z2 is on its way. I wasn't expecting too much improvement over z1 which is already awesome- but looks like I was wrong
DXOMark just ranked z2 # 1 after reviewing its camera - tied with 808 pureview in image quality
http://www.dxomark.com/Mobiles/Sony...ed-model-takes-first-place-in-Mobile-rankings

Im dying... this is just getting better and better... Never have I been so confident that this fellow is the crown by FAR this round

Autofocus for video capture hurt the score which I do agree with from the sample videos floating on the web.
FIX IT SONY!!

Lolento said:
Autofocus for video capture hurt the score which I do agree with from the sample videos floating on the web.
FIX IT SONY!!
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Auto focus has ben fixed with the new update. Well at least significantly improved...
I'm not a professional photgrapher but you can see the photos I have taken on my flickr site. I have the link posted on the other thread. :fingers-crossed:

^ he talks about Video autofocus.
Good job Sony!

Galaxy Note 4 Review: All You Need To Know

In case anyone is interested,
Erica Griffin shares her experience with the Note 4.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEsug9Nsa28

Watched the whole review. She did a nice job on the review and went pretty in depth on the camera, which is cool because it helped to explain some things I was curious about. I kind of wished that she would have gone into more depth on the s-pen features more as I am really trying to learn more about how to make the most out of it.
I also subscribed to her channel as she has quite a number of reviews I am interested in watching.