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I found someone willing to trade their Samsung Galaxy 2 7.7 for a PS Vita. I bought the Vita when it was released, but never touched it. I've been wanting a tablet because I need a large portable device to view documents and whatnot. As much as I'd like a Nexus 10 or a iPad 4th gen, I simply can't afford it.
How is the speed of this device and overall screen quality? Would it be considered a fair trade? I haven't been able to get anyone to consider trading the Vita for a 2nd gen iPad or a better Galaxy tablet. I'm just worried the CPU on this isn't so great.
It's a really great tablet. I have the tab 10.1, but the screen is crystal clear and bright enough to read in moderate sunlight. While the stock ROM is a tad laggy, just get CM10 and your speed worries are over.
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Hgaara said:
I found someone willing to trade their Samsung Galaxy 2 7.7 for a PS Vita. I bought the Vita when it was released, but never touched it. I've been wanting a tablet because I need a large portable device to view documents and whatnot. As much as I'd like a Nexus 10 or a iPad 4th gen, I simply can't afford it.
How is the speed of this device and overall screen quality? Would it be considered a fair trade? I haven't been able to get anyone to consider trading the Vita for a 2nd gen iPad or a better Galaxy tablet. I'm just worried the CPU on this isn't so great.
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Simply go for it its great device.and about cpu its dual core omap which not a old age processor.although now a days we got quad core on devices but dual core also gives good performance.
Screen is good with 1024x600 and tab gives full hd playback.
Books reading is average experience.
And it plays almost all hd games smoothly.so go for it.
Sweet that's reassuring. Although someone offered to trade the vita for a Galaxy tab 10.1. I believe it's the v version would that be a better choice?
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I too am wondering if I should get a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7 inch). Amazon has them on sale (currently out of stock, but still allowing orders) for $179. I have a $30 credit for pre-ordering Windows 8. I also have $56.58 in rewards points from my Amazon credit card. This brings the price down to $92.42.
My goal is to find a 7 inch tablet that I can use for gaming and occasional movie watching via Netflix and Hulu Plus. Yeah, the Nexus 7 would probably be superior, but I'd never be able to get the price down to this level.
Should I get one?
the SDcard slot in my Galaxy Player 4.0 is dieing (bump the player the wrong way and is says the SD card has been removed and then remounts it seconds later). Anyone here have one of those and can compare sound quality thru HEADPHONES, my primary use will be screen off music playback, so the 4,000MAH battery sounds real nice versus the 1200MAH battery in my SGP 4.0 but I need an idea of the sound quality of the tab 2 7" before I jump on this Amazon 180 dollar deal.
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the SDcard slot in my Galaxy Player 4.0 is dieing (bump the player the wrong way and is says the SD card has been removed and then remounts it seconds later). Anyone here have one of those and can compare sound quality thru HEADPHONES, my primary use will be screen off music playback, so the 4,000MAH battery sounds real nice versus the 1200MAH battery in my SGP 4.0 but I need an idea of the sound quality of the tab 2 7" before I jump on this Amazon 180 dollar deal.
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Well I ordered up one earlier today in the "bubble"between last night and now when Amazon had it listed as INSTOCK not the backorder message there now and last night, instead of sorting thru this page can you point me to the basics of Rooting, Stock Recovery Files, PIT files, best kernel/ROMS do I need to backup my EFS (was an issue on my SGP 4.0 when the guys that ported CM7 converted the file system from rfs to mtd and the script wiped the EFS folder)? Is there a Newbs start here thread? I want to be on a custom ROM before bed the day I get it, Also I've got a 64 GB microSD that was formatted and used in my 4.0, that should be plug and play at this point right?
I ordered one, too. I figure that nothing could come close to this for the $92.42 I'm paying. The Nexus 7 would be better, but not worth the additional money. And I just read that Samsung is starting to roll out the Jelly Bean update, too. Well, in France anyway.
I'll see what the stock ROM is like, but if I don't like it I'll switch to an AOKP ROM.
I'm also hoping that 8 GB (4.5 GB available) will be enough. If not, just another reason for a custom ROM...
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I ordered one, too. I figure that nothing could come close to this for the $92.42 I'm paying. The Nexus 7 would be better, but not worth the additional money. And I just read that Samsung is starting to roll out the Jelly Bean update, too. Well, in France anyway.
I'll see what the stock ROM is like, but if I don't like it I'll switch to an AOKP ROM.
I'm also hoping that 8 GB (4.5 GB available) will be enough. If not, just another reason for a custom ROM...
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Yeah, I cashed in my change bucket at the coinstar (loading it to an Amazon gift code, since they don't take a fee that way) and got the first 26 bucks that way, and there are several Jellybean ROMs on here already from what I've read so far.
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I ordered one, too. I figure that nothing could come close to this for the $92.42 I'm paying. The Nexus 7 would be better, but not worth the additional money. And I just read that Samsung is starting to roll out the Jelly Bean update, too. Well, in France anyway.
I'll see what the stock ROM is like, but if I don't like it I'll switch to an AOKP ROM.
I'm also hoping that 8 GB (4.5 GB available) will be enough. If not, just another reason for a custom ROM...
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i ended up getting a 7" galaxy tab 2 from sears.(they tell me 7-10 business days before i get it) paid $177.99 ~190 with tax..
i wanted the N7 32gb since i couldve got it for 220... but ive seen some scary things about burn in on the screen and i saw a few that have melted..
hopefully not long after i get my tab ill start cracking on some roms for the community(dont expect too much. im only a beginner with making roms)
Well my tab 2 7" I ordered on Thanksgiving arrived Today with standard Amazon shipping.
I have ordered the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 the other day. I am waiting for it to get here. But from what I read, and the videos I seen, it does seem to be a really great tablet for the price. I cant wait for mine to come in!. lol
Hey man, I want to buy Nexus 7 because of its price ( cheaper than the other, LOL XD)
But I still cannot decide which one to buy ( N7 or Samsung galaxy tab 2 7 inch )
This what makes me worries :
- N7 can be cracked easily
- N7 don't have external memory ( and I already searched over and ONLY found the 32 GB version, which is too much for me and makes it expensive )
- I don't know if N7 can play lots of music / video formats
- I don't know if Google wants to make another 7 inch tablet with a low price ( N7 price is VERY lower than the other FAMOUS tablet out there).
So can you help me to :
- Give me what do you think of N7 advantages compare to Samsung 7 inch tablet ( because this tablet is his rival for me, LOL )
- Are my statements up there are correct or wrong ?
- Are you having issues with your N7 ? ( Please give what you do to solve it )
- CONVINCE me more about N7, LOL
- Anybody has news if google wants to make another 7 inch low price tablet ?
- Can you guys recommend me another 7 inch tablet ( no IPAD MINI or Kindle Fire )
Thx a lot guys!:fingers-crossed:
Nexus nuff said. You always get updates and no bloat.
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Hey man, I want to buy Nexus 7 because of its price ( cheaper than the other, LOL XD)
But I still cannot decide which one to buy ( N7 or Samsung galaxy tab 2 7 inch )
This what makes me worries :
- N7 can be cracked easily
- N7 don't have external memory ( and I already searched over and ONLY found the 32 GB version, which is too much for me and makes it expensive )
- I don't know if N7 can play lots of music / video formats
- I don't know if Google wants to make another 7 inch tablet with a low price ( N7 price is VERY lower than the other FAMOUS tablet out there).
So can you help me to :
- Give me what do you think of N7 advantages compare to Samsung 7 inch tablet ( because this tablet is his rival for me, LOL )
- Are my statements up there are correct or wrong ?
- Are you having issues with your N7 ? ( Please give what you do to solve it )
- CONVINCE me more about N7, LOL
- Anybody has news if google wants to make another 7 inch low price tablet ?
- Can you guys recommend me another 7 inch tablet ( no IPAD MINI or Kindle Fire )
Thx a lot guys!:fingers-crossed:
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The N7 is amazing. Its a Nexus device so it is first in line for updates and will always have the latest software available first. I personally will never buy anything that's not labeled Nexus ever again, but then again I'm very into rooting and custom ROMs.
I see no evidence of any weak screen or crack threat. I have no lifting and my device seems very solid. Don't drop it.
I have 16 gig version and it has plenty of memory. I have 9 gigs used on my gnex and there's tons of crap on my SD card so I'm not worried about space.
Hardware wise it is superior to most all other tablets and if you root, install a custom kernel, you can over clock and improve speed and fluidity.
My mom has a kindle fire and the Nexus embarrasses it.
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i just picked up one last Friday at staples and man it is the best thing i ve bought for myself in a long time
now like the other post said i have no problem with lifting screen and it is very solid and stable. i have rooted it and tried a couple of roms
and its great if you download MX Player you can play just about any file format out the box. as for as dropping it ....DONT but that's common sense
get a case to protect it i just ordered the OEM case from amazon word of advise on the concern about the limited gb learn how to convert to MP4.H264 this is your best bet at getting the most out of your space and keep great video quality. music just use small bit-rate 128 should be fine and you should be great . i have 5 movies 1 season of true blood,3 videos and 5 albums and i still have 9 GB left so this is my advise good luck.
I got mine last week (32gb w/3G) rooted it and am having a blast with it. Loaded a couple of custom ROMs and lost 3G so I went back to stock rooted with no issues. I dumped the original Xoom for it and am not complaining. I picked up a Siedio case and have a 32gb Maxell AirStash on order for storage. I too could not decide between the GTab and the Nexus because I wanted LTE, but after getting the N7, even with having only 3G I am not disappointed.
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I got mine last week (32gb w/3G) rooted it and am having a blast with it. Loaded a couple of custom ROMs and lost 3G so I went back to stock rooted with no issues. I dumped the original Xoom for it and am not complaining. I picked up a Siedio case and have a 32gb Maxell AirStash on order for storage. I too could not decide between the GTab and the Nexus because I wanted LTE, but after getting the N7, even with having only 3G I am not disappointed.
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I'm jealous, I wish there was a Verizon model.
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I bought my nexus 7 (32gb as I always choose 32gb when possible) a few weeks back and have been so happy with it I haven't even rooted it. Build quality is excellent, none of the "common" problems here, plays any movie type I've tried using MX player, and plays any music file I've tried just fine with Google music. As for cracks, the screen is a 7 inch slab of glass, you want to do your best not to drop it. With that said I feel like my blurex case would do a decent job of protecting the screen from any potential mishaps, and the magnetic sensor that turns screen on and off as you open and close is freakin sweet!
And it's a nexus, once you try a nexus and experience the nexus difference you'll not want anything else.
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The Samsung Tabs are great. I have a first gen Samsung Galaxy 7" from Sprint that I run CM10 on (JB 4.1.2) and while it's thicker and has a lower resolution, it plays fine. That said, getting official support from Samsung is a joke. My Tab never made it past Gingerbread and if it weren't for the great devs (gods) the tab would be almost useless now.
Samsung likes to use its Exynos processor (which is awesome) but doesn't support 4G, so there tends to be lots of variants in hardware... which can really make or break a buy if you don't buy the right model that has the most support.
As far as hardware comparisons, why bother? They both have the same basic hardware and aside from one being a smudge faster then the other, feature differences are trivial EXCEPT for any of the NOTE line because of their PEN. If you have a specific use for a pen such as notes or drawing... there really is no other choice.
A 32gb N7 is more then sufficient in storage needs. After ditching a memory card on my Galaxy Nexus 32gb... I've grown kind of fond of larger single storage. You don't have to worry about where to store your stuff so that CMW will find it and let you flash, you also don't have to worry about SOME apps installing to internal while some install to external. You just have 1 large pool.
Lack of SD makes it a little complicated to transfer files on and off your tab, until you figure out there are easier and better ways such as WiFi File Explorer (recommended) or Cloud storage. WiFi File Explorer creates a Web-Enabled Server on your device which you can access from any Browser. Makes it easy to wirelessly transfer large files from device to device, such as phone to tablet.
The N7 feels great in the hand. The really only issue is screen lift on one side but seriously it is like 1mm difference that everyone is freaking out over. No one ever even notices it until someone mentions it and they go looking for it. Asus has corrected the problem and newer devices such as a 32gb or 3G are already fixed and should be a non-issue now.
I recommend the N7 to everyone and lots of family now own one. On the plus side, we have the latest Android with multiuser support and additional cool features. Only a few Samsung tabs will see this. PLUS in a year from now, we'll get bumped to 5.0 when the Samsung tabs are forgotten about. This makes for great resale value and life longevity.
The nexus 7 is a amazing tablet to use. Since it carry's the nexus name you can be sure there will be updates.
No matter if you choose to run it stock but rooted or choose to run custom ROM on it. Basic web surfing and watching some YouTube videos nets me little over 24 hours on a full charge.
If your thinking about buying a 7" tablet. Go ahead and buy the 32gb nexus 7 you will be glad you did. Just be careful don't drop it.
I owned my nexus 7 for two weeks now and love it. The nexus 7 is the 2nd android tablet I ever owned. The first being the older kindle fire but I sold it for the nexus.
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Better screen quality and quad core. Get a N7
If you need more storage than buy a otg cable and plug in a thumb drive
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I have a Galaxy Tab 7.7 with Verizon and just got a Nexus 7 with 3G because I'm fed up with Verizon and Samsung dragging their butts releasing updates. While the screen's a little smaller and HSPA+ is a slower than LTE, I'm not at all feeling like I downgraded.
Anyone in the market for a GT 7.7?
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Well, thanks a lot guys! Now I'm going to buy one N7!!!!!!!
N7 all the way! Just got one 2 days ago and wondered why didn't I get it earlier! Build quality is top notch but as with any tablet, be careful not to drop it! 4.2.1 is also an absolute joy to use
I would get the international version of the Samsung and use it as a phone. N7 may get that functionality with some awesome Dev work.....emphasis on the may.
RivaultUser said:
Hey man, I want to buy Nexus 7 because of its price ( cheaper than the other, LOL XD)
But I still cannot decide which one to buy ( N7 or Samsung galaxy tab 2 7 inch )
This what makes me worries :
- N7 can be cracked easily
- N7 don't have external memory ( and I already searched over and ONLY found the 32 GB version, which is too much for me and makes it expensive )
- I don't know if N7 can play lots of music / video formats
- I don't know if Google wants to make another 7 inch tablet with a low price ( N7 price is VERY lower than the other FAMOUS tablet out there).
So can you help me to :
- Give me what do you think of N7 advantages compare to Samsung 7 inch tablet ( because this tablet is his rival for me, LOL )
- Are my statements up there are correct or wrong ?
- Are you having issues with your N7 ? ( Please give what you do to solve it )
- CONVINCE me more about N7, LOL
- Anybody has news if google wants to make another 7 inch low price tablet ?
- Can you guys recommend me another 7 inch tablet ( no IPAD MINI or Kindle Fire )
Thx a lot guys!:fingers-crossed:
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- N7 can be cracked easily 【others are not as concrete as a brick either 】
- N7 don't have external memory ( and I already searched over and ONLY found the 32 GB version, which is too much for me and makes it expensive )【OTG will sovle this problem】
- I don't know if N7 can play lots of music / video formats【yes It really does】
- I don't know if Google wants to make another 7 inch tablet with a low price ( N7 price is VERY lower than the other FAMOUS tablet out there)【I donot judge a product just for its price and its worth, so the reason I buy it is I like it. xD. 】
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- N7 can be cracked easily 【others are not as concrete as a brick either 】
- N7 don't have external memory ( and I already searched over and ONLY found the 32 GB version, which is too much for me and makes it expensive )【OTG will sovle this problem】
- I don't know if N7 can play lots of music / video formats【yes It really does】
- I don't know if Google wants to make another 7 inch tablet with a low price ( N7 price is VERY lower than the other FAMOUS tablet out there)【I donot judge a product just for its price and its worth, so the reason I buy it is I like it. xD. 】
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I disagree, I don't think the Nexus can crack easily. Me being stupid, I had put it in my pocket every day, which stressed the screen a little bit each day. It took 2 months to actually break, which to me seems like a long time. That's just my opinion though. As the the price, I think it should be a deciding factor, because why should you get an iPad Mini for example, when you could get N7 for $120 cheaper. I know there are some perks, but still.
Hey fellow XDA members!
I have now Galaxy S3, and I'm kinda tired of it. No AOSP beacause of Exynos sources...
And the RAM management is bad on stock roms, and it has only 1GB of it.
So, I am planning to get N4 8GB.
The mainly disadvantages of it are: no repleacable battery and no micro-sd slot.
How have you managed to solve these problems? Has N4 usb-otg support for now to support usb drives for more memory?
And what external battery-options do you use?
thanks for your answers!
The features you stated above worried me at first aswell.
I would suggest you to choose the 16GB variant of the Nexus 4, since you dont get to use the full size of the memory in the phone.
If you dont listen to music via your phone and dont watch movies it isnt really a problem though.
And no, the Nexus 4 does not have OTG, yet. Some developers are working on it atm, but there is no certainty that it will work.
Now onto the battery part, it doesnt matter for me at all if its removable or not.
The battery lasts a full day for me with a screen on time of 4-5 hours, no need for a extra charge during the day.
Hope this helped you.
I just got the 8GB Nexus 4, I was worried about storage to coming from using a 32GB Lumia 920 but I don't need all that storage. Most of the time i am somewhere I have a data connection and I use Dropbox, Skydrive, Amazon cloud, Google Drive and Box.net giving me around about 70GB online storage. I keep most of the files I need on the Nexus. If you use your device for mainly music then you can use various apps that cache music for you.
As far as the Battery goes, as any normal battery the first few cycles it seems to drain quiet fast, add to the fact its a new toy and you wont be able to put it down then the battery will seem terrible, as you get used to the phone and play with it less and the battery starts to be worn in that the battery life is pretty good overall.
Overall I am very happy with the Nexus 4 8GB, value for money is superb.
Quick note if you do need a lot of storage on the phone, not that you actually do these days then spalsh the extra bit of cash and get the 16GB. Whatever you decide on getting I'm sure you will be Happy.
HTC Desire - Nexus 1 - BB9800 - Samsung Omnia 7 - Palm Pre 2 - Nexus S - Samsung Galaxy S2 - Lumia 920 - Nexus 4
HP Touchpad - Surface RT - Nexus 10
thanks both!
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I have a Note 8 right now, and I find its a great tablet for me. Decently powerful, perfect size. But, the screen resolution is showing its age now, and I'm finding the onboard 16GB storage rather limiting now. My usages don't allow the use of the sd card slot, unfortunately.
Is it worth buying a 32GB G-Pad if I have a Note 8? Mostly curious at this point, but the 8in tablets I like are few and far between.
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I have a Note 8 right now, and I find its a great tablet for me. Decently powerful, perfect size. But, the screen resolution is showing its age now, and I'm finding the onboard 16GB storage rather limiting now. My usages don't allow the use of the sd card slot, unfortunately.
Is it worth buying a 32GB G-Pad if I have a Note 8? Mostly curious at this point, but the 8in tablets I like are few and far between.
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Hard call. The G Pad is a great device. If I had a Note 8, I'd probably wait a while to see what the next generation device looks like. We might see a Nexus 8 or a 2nd gen G Pad at some point. What keeps you from using the SD card slot?
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What keeps you from using the SD card slot?
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DRM within the Comixology app. Unless there's been new developments in the fast few months, its limited internal storage. Which kinda sticks because my library has grown quite large.
I was hoping for a Note 8 2014 Edition, with similar specs to the Note 10.1 2014e. But not even rumors or blurrycams.
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DRM within the Comixology app. Unless there's been new developments in the fast few months, its limited internal storage. Which kinda sticks because my library has grown quite large.
I was hoping for a Note 8 2014 Edition, with similar specs to the Note 10.1 2014e. But not even rumors or blurrycams.
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Do you know how that app determines whether a storage location is external or internal? Many people remap /mnt/sdcard to the location of an external card so that apps will use it. There's an app that will do that for you.
There's currently no 32GB model of the G Pad, though it does have expandable storage.
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I have a Note 8 right now, and I find its a great tablet for me. Decently powerful, perfect size. But, the screen resolution is showing its age now, and I'm finding the onboard 16GB storage rather limiting now. My usages don't allow the use of the sd card slot, unfortunately.
Is it worth buying a 32GB G-Pad if I have a Note 8? Mostly curious at this point, but the 8in tablets I like are few and far between.
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I owned the Note 8 previously but the screen resolution coupled with my limited use of the stylus, forced me to look at alternatives. I purchased and received the LG G Pad 8.3 this week and so far I'm glad I made the move. The one thing I miss from the Note 8 is the ability to move the apps to the SD card and without root. Because the LG G PAD 8.3 does not offer a version greater than 16GB, if you need more, I suggest you look elsewhere.
The Note 8.0 is $329 at BB if one is more interested in that device. Me? I am sold on the G Pad and will contine to monitor pricing.
Now that the GPe is available, it muddies it somewhat. :/
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Now that the GPe is available, it muddies it somewhat. :/
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It's really still the same device, just with AOSP software. I guess it will make app2sd easier. Not too different from the current G Pad, though.
Still waiting for my perfect 8" tablet
I looked at the Note 8 long and hard for a few months and decided that the lower resolution screen (I have too many already), plastic build and slower processor are enough for me to skip that for now. Have been waiting for the next gen Note 8.0 to see if they can fix most of my dislikes but just couldn't resist pulling a trigger on Cyber Monday on a beautiful white LG G-PD 8.3 for $250 from newegg. Very happy with it except one con - the display is a little dim. (Used the Screen Adjuster app helped to make it less yellow and brighter) Also would like an active stylus but GPad will do for now. There is just no better 8" android tablet out there than GPad unless you want to pay extra extra for the fruit brand. You might want to wait for the next gen Note 8.0 to make your decision. If you are not using your S-Pen that much, get a reduced priced GPad is good too. I am now flashing the CM11 rom (yes, it's available now for GPad) to see if I would like that setup.
Cheers.
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It's really still the same device, just with AOSP software. I guess it will make app2sd easier. Not too different from the current G Pad, though.
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I'm uncertain regarding the LG model, but I'd have to say AOSP on the Noteo 8 would free up a couple GBs of space on the internal storage.
ehong said:
I looked at the Note 8 long and hard for a few months and decided that the lower resolution screen (I have too many already), plastic build and slower processor are enough for me to skip that for now. Have been waiting for the next gen Note 8.0 to see if they can fix most of my dislikes but just couldn't resist pulling a trigger on Cyber Monday on a beautiful white LG G-PD 8.3 for $250 from newegg. Very happy with it except one con - the display is a little dim. (Used the Screen Adjuster app helped to make it less yellow and brighter) Also would like an active stylus but GPad will do for now. There is just no better 8" android tablet out there than GPad unless you want to pay extra extra for the fruit brand. You might want to wait for the next gen Note 8.0 to make your decision. If you are not using your S-Pen that much, get a reduced priced GPad is good too. I am now flashing the CM11 rom (yes, it's available now for GPad) to see if I would like that setup.
Cheers.
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I bought the Note 8 in early April 2013, so I've owned it for most of its life. Samsung's support of it is has been . . . above average, in comparison to other tablets. LG's not exactly known for timely updates, but the GPe sku would compensate for that. In theory.
I don't really use the stylus much, my primary use is reading, which the higher resolution display would greatly improve.
Edit - What I really want is an ~8in Android tablet, with 32GB onboard storage, SD slot, 1080/1200p IPS/AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 800, 3GB of RAM, and support for US TMO LTE frequencies. Sadly, I don't think it exists.
32GB onboard storage is a little tough unless you can do an Apple
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I'm uncertain regarding the LG model, but I'd have to say AOSP on the Noteo 8 would free up a couple GBs of space on the internal storage.
I bought the Note 8 in early April 2013, so I've owned it for most of its life. Samsung's support of it is has been . . . above average, in comparison to other tablets. LG's not exactly known for timely updates, but the GPe sku would compensate for that. In theory.
I don't really use the stylus much, my primary use is reading, which the higher resolution display would greatly improve.
Edit - What I really want is an ~8in Android tablet, with 32GB onboard storage, SD slot, 1080/1200p IPS/AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 800, 3GB of RAM, and support for US TMO LTE frequencies. Sadly, I don't think it exists.
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Unfortunately that I don't believe that you will see an 8in Android tablet with 32GB onboard storage anytime soon. The Snapdragon 600 actually runs really fast on the Gpad. As for TMO LTE, I though that Gpad is going to have an LTE version. In any case, unless you can go get an Apple iPad mini 2 (is that an insult? hopefully not :fingers-crossed, you might be out of luck for now to find your perfect 8in tablet.
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(Used the Screen Adjuster app helped to make it less yellow and brighter)
Cheers.
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How did you managed to do that?? i just see red/ green/ blue!!!
I sold my Verizon Note 4 on Swappa in less than a day, so I preordered the S7 Edge, I saw it at Best Buy first before I made the decision, it's an incredible phone. I didn't want to wait for the Note 6 and don't use the S pen much, and was waiting for SD storage to return and the S7 Edge fits the bill. Definitely excited but have to us an old Galaxy S3 for two weeks now.
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I sold my Verizon Note 4 on Swappa in less than a day, so I preordered the S7 Edge, I saw it at Best Buy first before I made the decision, it's an incredible phone. I didn't want to wait for the Note 6 and don't use the S pen much, and was waiting for SD storage to return and the S7 Edge fits the bill. Definitely excited but have to us an old Galaxy S3 for two weeks now.
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At least the S3 could be rooted. But it must be torture going back to such a small screen.
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At least the S3 could be rooted. But it must be torture going back to such a small screen.
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Yeah, screen is tiny and battery is crap, but its my original, unlocked bootloader, rooted, running Android 4.3 , you forget how many improvements have been made to both Android and Touchwiz since the S3, the Edge can't come soon enough..
I just can't go back to a smaller screen anymore. My note 2 and now this the 4 spoiled me.
I almost never use the s pen. Only once in a blue moon for a novelty.
I don't like the edge phones since I can't put an otterbox on them.
So I'll wait until the note 6 comes out and if that looks good I'll pick one of them up. Or just keep my note 4 which is still going strong. Heck, my Droid x and s3 are still kicking and used everyday. I put that s3 trough nearly a new rom a week, sometimes 2 a week.
I can't go backwards on screen size. I'm anxiously awaiting a 6" or larger screen. Who knows if I'll leave Verizon for it. The only thing coming to Verizon that has a six inch screen is the HP Elite x3 (Windows Phone). I may considerate it. ( I use such few apps, I won't really miss any of them on Android.) I rarely use the S-Pen to be honest and screen and camera are what I consider the most important.
I wish HTC would make a decent phone again. I'm not sure if I can play the waiting for Samsung Updates Game again.
No, I like the big screen! I am waiting for the note 6 in the fall, or for something better for me along the way. I am excited the Micro Sd card is back, and hope it is in the note 6. I really wish the battery was exchangeable. So as I say, I am watching for something that would fulfill my needs. I am kind of waiting to see what the upgrade to the LG V10 might be I kind of liked that phone also. Ohh and Root-able would be nice I missed that with the Note 4 Argg Samsung and Verizon!
The sd card is a moot point since Samsung has disabled the adoptable storage feature. They are most likely to limit the memory on all future phones with 32gb because it's their marketing strategy. Thus still limiting the app memory to 32 gb minus the system & bloat space. I personally am done with Samsung.
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@outcasted2003 basically your saying their like the HTC touch diamond but with an Android os .
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I know nothing about HTC but Samsung is shooting themselves in the foot with their new marketing strategies. They want to be like Apple it seems. The new GS7 is nothing more than a GS6 with waterproofing, little bit bigger battery and a basically useless sd card slot to expand the internal memory.
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Hi, can you update how are you feeling when you get the phone. From 5.7 inch to 5.5 inch screen, I am also using note 4 and plan to upgrade to s7 edge but I am not sure if that .2 inch will be a big difference.
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Hi, can you update how are you feeling when you get the phone. From 5.7 inch to 5.5 inch screen, I am also using note 4 and plan to upgrade to s7 edge but I am not sure if that .2 inch will be a big difference.
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I went and played with one at Best Buy, screen size difference is very nominal, however, the S7 Edge is a much smaller footprint (overall size), which is nice, as the Note 4 was big.
I personally hate going backwards in screen size for any reason. I still prefer a phone with a removable battery and if it must be a fixed battery I'd ideally like 4,000mAh+. Also, 32GB as the only storage variant was fine in 2014 but not in 2016 for a flagship. Finally, I'm bummed about no Type-C connector. If the Note 4 addresses all of the above concerns while still packing a microSD slot and launching Type-C support (remember, the Note 3 introduced USB 3.0 support back in 2013) then I'll make the jump. Until then I am hoping that the combination of Marshmallow (eventually) and a new 128GB microSD card can keep my Note 4 functional at least through this year.
I'm with ya hkklife. I was so keen on the upcoming LG G5 with its metal body and replaceable battery and SD card. But then I saw they went to from a 5.5in screen to a 5.3in screen. Now I need to rethink things.
Maybe when it does hit stores and I hold it in my hands, I'll feel different but going backwards in screen size is not something I want to do either.