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Galaxy tab Where to buy?

I have i9000 and would like to buy Samsung Galaxy tab as soon as possible.
I need to have at least one pcs in September.
I found few links:
http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=201135
They confirm they will have for sale on 13 October, price is confirmed too!!
http://techpinger.com/2010/09/expan...for-samsung-galaxy-tab-release-priced-679-99/
http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct.aspx?product=31003D1A-CD1A-4757-991D-6EC3890831A3
early november
http://www.popularelect.com/Samsung-P1000-Galaxy-Tab-Unlocked-Quad-Band-Phone-p/p1000.htm
there is no information about availability but I expect answer from them. 899$
there is none on ebay yet.

Sorry to burst you bubble, but the prices aren't yet confirmed, and I'm near certain that they will be released by mobile carriers first. Clove and expansys have had them listen for some days now, and indeed probably since the announcement, but they are guessing at the prices. As for delivery date... Well they might have a concrete date for delivery, but I don't think there has been anything from samsung that we know of, so they could be guessing at that too, since we know 'early october'.
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I found one more galaxy tab seller.
http://www.gummobile.com/phones/Samsung_P1_Galaxy_Tab_16GB_Android_Tablet.aspx
or their store on ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-P1-Gala...MobilePhones_MobilePhones&hash=item35ac0f0865
looks like first delivery will be in october. But their ebay account say that they already sold 3 pcs.

Amazon
http://www.amazon.de/Samsung-Galaxy...=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=ce-de&qid=1283829252&sr=8-2
Vodafone
http://shop.vodafone.co.uk/shop/mob...c29-3958-ex&dfacid=1&cid=aff-aw-default-78888

price confirmed
in clove site just post this after their address
viewnews.aspx?content=C02C0AE6-AAAC-40FC-9D63-32FBE69CFE2B&category=CATEGORY2

Just because they put a standard sticker on the page saying ' price confirmed' in no way means that its true. Its just to get people to pre order from them over anyone else.
They is STILL no official announcement on price.
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There is no rush to buy this, you are better off waiting, there will be excess supply for at least a few days after pricing is announced. You aren't catching any better deals by rushing either, just asking for price gouging.

ummm...
i am thinkin about going to koria
is that any good - graping the device-wise -

If I recall correctly, the device is coming to the EU first anyway, so going to korea might not actually speed anything up at all. Also, although I couldn't speak to the exchange rate, but since Korea is likely to be a hot market, the prices could be artificially high at release, so keep that in mind to.
Its also worth to keep in mind that the Korean version will be CDMA (ie like a verizon/sprint devce) and not a GSM one, which will mean that you won't be able to use the mobile data connection in Europe at all because it won't have the right radio.

I would like to buy one pcs no metter what praice is. Even if is 1000euro. But really need that device before the others.
I am sure that some pcs will be ready on market before others. Probably like late September. But on stock's world wide will be from 15 October.

1000$ on amazon.co.uk
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Gal...1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1284625320&sr=1-1

It's only $699 pre-order here:
http://www.cellhut.com/Samsung-P1000-Galaxy-Tab-Unlocked-Quadband-GSM-Cell-Phone-29956.html

Release is supposedly 1st November. Price is £600.
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in Germany best price seems to be 642€
at notebook.de/samsung-galaxy-tab-g-1449

iridium21 said:
It's only $699 pre-order here:
http://www.cellhut.com/Samsung-P1000-Galaxy-Tab-Unlocked-Quadband-GSM-Cell-Phone-29956.html
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have you seen their ratings?

Where can I buy The GN 8.0 3G in US? Online store....

Hi where can i buy the Galaxy Note 8.0 at US online store? The only thing i see is the wifi version...Also I visited that Negrielectronics online store...it's so expensive... about $597.50 . Thanks

hatyrei said:
Hi where can i buy the Galaxy Note 8.0 at US online store? The only thing i see is the wifi version...Also I visited that Negrielectronics online store...it's so expensive... about $597.50 . Thanks
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Sorry, not officially sold in US, so you'll have to rely rely on 3rd party importers and will be more expensive unless you know someobe in Europe or Asia that can ship you one.
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^This.
Negri Electronics' price is the least expensive that I've found for the 3G version from a U.S. importer...currently at $597.50. But they do have excellent customer service and are a reputable seller. I've ordered "International" items from them several times. GSM Nation and Expansys USA are good as well, but usually more expensive.
Just a heads up to those of you in the U.S. that are waiting for the Int'l 3G/Phone version...It looks as if my preordered Int'l Note 8.0 3G+WiFi (N5100) should be shipped very soon from Negri Electronics (Las Vegas) here in the U.S. FYI, Negri Electronics is showing these as "IN STOCK" at the moment. Your browser user agent must be in "Desktop View/Mode" to see the full details of stock availability. EDIT: they are now listed as "BACKORDER".
http://negrielectronics.com/samsung-n5100-galaxy-note-8-0-16gb-3g-unlocked-white.html
My credit card company sends me email alerts every time there is a transaction over $300, and they just sent me a Transaction Alert for a charge from N.E. I've had a preorder in for the Int'l Note 8.0 since April 16th, and IME Negri Electronics will only charge your credit card when they have stock in hand ready to ship, so my fingers are crossed. I'll keep you updated.
P.S. If you register an account at Negri and put the item in your shopping cart but do not follow through with the purchase (just leave it in your "shopping Cart"), in a few days Negri will email you with a $10 OFF coupon code for the item in your cart. And if you wait another few days they will send you a $20 off coupon code. It's not much, but every little bit helps as this item is so expensive already. Good luck.

I did wanted one of these for everyday devices but it's way too expensive for me. There's nothing wrong with my skyrocket I have now but I want upgrade. And my wife wants my phone so I guess I'll have to look else elsewhere.
Perhaps in a month or two the price could drop to within my reach?
One can only hope.....

vbrookie said:
I did wanted one of these for everyday devices but it's way too expensive for me. There's nothing wrong with my skyrocket I have now but I want upgrade. And my wife wants my phone so I guess I'll have to look else elsewhere.
Perhaps in a month or two the price could drop to within my reach?
One can only hope.....
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Yeah, it is expensive. No doubt. But if you compare it with the price of a contract-free Unlocked Int'l Galaxy Note II GT-N7100 (which it is almost identical to hardware-wise except for the display, rear camera+LED Flash, and FM Tuner) it is a very similar price, at least here in the U.S.

I paid 608.00 on Ebay from a US seller with 1000+ feedback.
Picked up GeekSquad Spill and Drop insurance for another 50-something bucks.

bbfoto said:
Yeah, it is expensive. No doubt. But if you compare it with the price of a contract-free Unlocked Int'l Galaxy Note II GT-N7100 (which it is almost identical to hardware-wise except for the display, rear camera+LED Flash, and FM Tuner) it is a very similar price, at least here in the U.S.
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I don't know how well it's going to receive around the world. This device isn't most powerful or innovative phablet that has yet to come out from Samsung but it is rumored to be more expensive then Apple mini. I don't care if it doesn't have Octa core or 3gb of ram but I am still over the fence about Samsung thinks because it has a S pen it can crush Apple and it's iSheeps without being most powerful and priced lower then mini. Don't get me wrong I love Samsung and I stand by I will only buy Samsung phones since I went thought several HTC(UGH) and Motorola(UGH) and Apple(double UGH) but I think Samsung is being just too ambitious this time. We will see how everything goes with in few months. If this succeed and still priced high, I will go to cheaper option and buy P3100 and wait for something reasonable from Samsung.

vbrookie said:
I don't know how well it's going to receive around the world. This device isn't most powerful or innovative phablet that has yet to come out from Samsung but it is rumored to be more expensive then Apple mini. I don't care if it doesn't have Octa core or 3gb of ram but I am still over the fence about Samsung thinks because it has a S pen it can crush Apple and it's iSheeps without being most powerful and priced lower then mini. Don't get me wrong I love Samsung and I stand by I will only buy Samsung phones since I went thought several HTC(UGH) and Motorola(UGH) and Apple(double UGH) but I think Samsung is being just too ambitious this time. We will see how everything goes with in few months. If this succeed and still priced high, I will go to cheaper option and buy P3100 and wait for something reasonable from Samsung.
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Performance-wise, there is not a single problem with the Galaxy Note 8.0, unless you want it solely for playing the most demanding games, which the iPad Mini isn't ideal for either, so? And in some markets such as India, the 3G+WiFi Note 8.0 is only $20 USD more than the iPad Mini 3G+WiFi. For that $20 you get the S-Pen/Wacom Digitizer, PHONE & TEXT capability, and the TV/DVR/STEREO Remote Control IR Blaster! I'd say that is pretty compelling.
My other thoughts regarding the competition?...If Samsung would have made the BUILD QUALITY of the Note 8.0 similar to the HTC ONE or iPad Mini, then I think they would have a chance at being a true competitor in the general public's eyes.
And why not put the "old" 8MP Camera from the S3 in it to sweeten the deal? And please don't tell me that a good camera is useless in a tablet. When you need it, you need it! I can't tell you how many soccer moms and dads I've seen using their iPads to capture photos and videos of their kids between browsing the web or "Facebook'ing" during the game. Or taking photos of products, clothes, or comparison shopping by scanning barcodes and QR codes...or "scanning" business or personal receipts into financial apps.
I also think that they should really advertise and push the IR Blaster/Remote Control feature of this device! Just about everyone that can afford a tablet has an HDTV and cable/satellite service. Having the IR Blaster/WatchOn/Peel functionality, combined with the S-Pen features, true Multi-Window multitasking, and cellular Phone/Texting capability make this tablet/phablet truly unique in the marketplace.
BUT, they need interactive or video displays in the stores like Best Buy that demonstrate these unique features with a "Try that with an iPad...they can't do it" type of message. Everybody already knows what an iPad can do. But when comparing tablets in hand, customers just see a screen with a bunch of icons, they don't know the awesome things that ONLY the Note 8.0 can do!
They also need to advertise as above (like in the new S4 "swimming pool" commercial) how older folks and children can use this device, in addition to the unique advantages it gives a business person. And they need to give developers much more incentive to create unique and top notch tablet-specific apps, with and without S-pen functionality. And they also need to stop trying to copy or duplicate the Google apps that are already available and better! They need to realize that their tablets are nothing without the Google ecosystem.
/END OF ANOTHER RANT, LOL! Sorry.

hatyrei said:
Hi where can i buy the Galaxy Note 8.0 at US online store? The only thing i see is the wifi version...Also I visited that Negrielectronics online store...it's so expensive... about $597.50 . Thanks
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You have the option of third party suppliers. The other option is to wait a little longer. The LTE version is close to being released. There is a video on You Tube showing it but it's in Chinese and I can't understand it. I will say it looks good though. I'm waiting to see what frequencies the 4G version will come with as well.

I'm pretty sure the only LTE version announced is one that does not use US LTE bands and still would only give HSPA speeds to most people.

^You are most likely correct. I would be surprised if this model had LTE bands that are usable in the U.S. Perhaps if the proper antennas and radio amps are already in the hardware, a crafty developer could port the radio software from the AT&T Galaxy Note II?
UPDATE on my purchase from Negri Electronics:
I received an email from Negri Electronics today with a FedEx Tracking Number for the Galaxy Note 8.0 3G+WiFi (GT-N5100).
However, it is being shipped directly from Hong Kong and not from the N.E. location in Las Vegas, so it will take a few more days to get here than I originally expected (Los Angeles area).
Other devices that I have purchased from them have shipped from the L.V. location so I didn't expect this when I placed my preorder. If I had known ahead of time, I might have ordered one from eBay seller 'never-msrp' in Houston, TX.
Either way I'm looking forward to getting it. I just wanted to let anyone else who has preordered from Negri, or is thinking about it, know what's up.

bbfoto said:
^You are most likely correct. I would be surprised if this model had LTE bands that are usable in the U.S. Perhaps if the proper antennas and radio amps are already in the hardware, a crafty developer could port the radio software from the AT&T Galaxy Note II?
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I've been searching like crazy trying to see if anyone's been able to do this with the Note 8 or 10.1, but I can't seem to find anyone that's been able to do it. I know there's a way to enable T-Mobile's AWS bands for a rooted AT&T N2, but as far as enabling any LTE or AWS bands on a N8 or N10.1 (non-Verizon), I haven't had any luck. I'm not sure they're even the same radios
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Ya i am not able to find a link where i can purchase galaxy 8.0 online. Please share a link if you guys have it.

Preordering Edge

I can't seem to find anywhere to pre-order the note edge. I want a contract-free unlocked phone.

ozaghloul said:
I can't seem to find anywhere to pre-order the note edge. I want a contract-free unlocked phone.
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I did it at www.clove.co.uk .
I don't know in wich country you are living in but ask them about the region lock thing, they should be able to unlock it for you if this is the case.
Cheers~

How much are they charging? Or is it just a waiting list. I emailed them asking about dates, prices, and lock. Will update when I get a reply.
Any other shops out there?

541,67 pounds (~886 US dollars ) excluding taxes and shipping.
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i did a google, news.com/au reporting Note Edge be release on Nov 5 2014.

netnerd said:
i did a google, news.com/au reporting Note Edge be release on Nov 5 2014.
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I hope it is that soon.
I live in the US. I know that the Note 4 will be coming out in October of this year.
Then they said the note edge will be released before the end of this year. I did read somewhere that the Canada release was going to be the bring of 2015 and it would be after the US launch.
either way I am getting this phone ASAP.

Just pre ordered the black version of Edge from Clove in UK. Hope Samsung releases the phone soon.

Preordering in Romania
Hi there!
In Romania you can preorder the 64 gb version on quickmobile.ro at a price of about 1.000 euros!!!!
A bit too much if you ask me! (taxes included).

Lol isn't that too much must be an error

I saw this ebay ad for a Galaxy Note Edge pre-order for £559 with est delivery for 28 October to 4t Nov.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171485130761?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&fromMakeTrack=true
Seems a bit doggy - title was misleading, it says Galaxy Note 4 Edge. So I asked the following questions:
1. Can you confirm it's the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 or the Galaxy Note Edge you're selling? It's confusing because the title says Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Edge.
2. Is this UK or International version?
3. Are you selling the 32GB or 64GB model?
4. Since this is a pre order, what are your policy on cancellation?
Got this reply back:
Hi
Follow the below link ..
www.samsung.com/uk/GalaxyNote4
2GB RAM+16GB ROM
Product is full uk spec version.
1 year warranty
Aiden
Now I am convinced its doggy!

But aren't the international versions lacking the proper LTE bands? I really don't want to spend that much $ and not get LTE!

anybody tried yatango? it says here in the article they have it omg
http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/568840/20141008/yatango-galaxy-note-4-edge-specifications-price.htm

Yatango.com.au seems that is shipping only in Australia

Hi guys,
I am considering buying this from Japan via internet, I wanted to know the following:
If Samsung releases updates firmware, will I be able to update the phone?
Is there anything else I need to watch out for?
Many thanks in advance.

how much are they selling in japan and doesnt the back cover come with those branded japanese telecom companies?

avenging said:
how much are they selling in japan and doesnt the back cover come with those branded japanese telecom companies?
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I saw them on ebay for $999.
And yes they will have the branding on the battery back.
And some wont have the LTE since the US uses a different brand for it.
Its best to just wait till he hits your area and buy it then.

xile6 said:
I saw them on ebay for $999.
And yes they will have the branding on the battery back.
And some wont have the LTE since the US uses a different brand for it.
Its best to just wait till he hits your area and buy it then.
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Yep, its the one on ebay. I asked seller some questions about it working in UK, they replied back saying it won't work on all carriers. I will probably have to give up on that one.
The problem is no one has even the faints of idea when it would come to UK. I don't want to wait for months. Might force myself to buy the Note 4.

invisiblesense said:
Yep, its the one on ebay. I asked seller some questions about it working in UK, they replied back saying it won't work on all carriers. I will probably have to give up on that one.
The problem is no one has even the faints of idea when it would come to UK. I don't want to wait for months. Might force myself to buy the Note 4.
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Waiting is better then giving in for something you don't want or spending money on something that might not work for you.
When they had talk about the note 4 I wasn't to much in to it.
I had an s2 for a very long time. Everybody ask when I was going to upgrade to the s3. But i didnt want it since it wasn't that big of a difference. Then the htc one m7 came out so I got that since it was a bigger upgrade for me.
then I got the note 3 from there.
And I know how samsung does things and knew it wouldn't be a big leap. From my note 3 to the note 4.
But then I hear about the edge and I've been waiting that phone since they show the tech demo last year.
So Yea wait for what you really want. Or you could rock the note 4 and sell it when the edge is released in your area.

or you can blow a hole in your wallet and buy both haha

xile6 said:
Waiting is better then giving in for something you don't want or spending money on something that might not work for you.
When they had talk about the note 4 I wasn't to much in to it.
I had an s2 for a very long time. Everybody ask when I was going to upgrade to the s3. But i didnt want it since it wasn't that big of a difference. Then the htc one m7 came out so I got that since it was a bigger upgrade for me.
then I got the note 3 from there.
And I know how samsung does things and knew it wouldn't be a big leap. From my note 3 to the note 4.
But then I hear about the edge and I've been waiting that phone since they show the tech demo last year.
So Yea wait for what you really want. Or you could rock the note 4 and sell it when the edge is released in your area.
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avenging said:
or you can blow a hole in your wallet and buy both haha
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Thanks for you advice. I agree with what you're saying, I know I'll never be entirely happy and will always be looking out for the Edge. But not knowing when, if ever it will come to my country is the problem.
Avenging,
Wish I could buy both but that won't happen.
I think I'll get N4 now and sell it off as soon as the Edge becomes available.

The best place to buy Note 4 in Canada?

Was looking for the international version because apparently the snapdragon chip is not as powerful.
Any Northerners on here that can give me some advice on where to get the Note 4 unlocked off contract, and preferably international ver.
700-800 is a lot so just researching as much as i can.

tb5... said:
Was looking for the international version because apparently the snapdragon chip is not as powerful.
Any Northerners on here that can give me some advice on where to get the Note 4 unlocked off contract, and preferably international ver.
700-800 is a lot so just researching as much as i can.
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No idea. I got my note 4 through Bell for $250 on
2year contract. Snapdragon is very powerful. Even on power saver it is very fast.

Look for deals if you can. I got mine at BestBuy for $75 with a new 2 year through Bell during Black Friday.
I was able to talk the Cell Shop manager into the best deal considering I would sign a brand new contract replacing my old 3-yr Promo one

tb5... said:
Was looking for the international version because apparently the snapdragon chip is not as powerful.
Any Northerners on here that can give me some advice on where to get the Note 4 unlocked off contract, and preferably international ver.
700-800 is a lot so just researching as much as i can.
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That is not true about benchmarks, it depends what your looking for. Snapdragon is for Graphics and Exynos for raw computation power.
In terms of battery they are both pretty bad, but I heard the Snapdragon also takes this by a slight margin.
Try Pacific Mall if you Live in Toronto, just watch out! Many companies (private) are pulling insurance fraud by selling you devices then claiming them stolen...you can wake up with your phone blacklisted.
IMO unless you do Ebay or Amazon (which will prob be expensive), I wouldn't think it's worth going out of your way for the Octo core. The difference aren't enough to justify the change.

THS1989 said:
No idea. I got my note 4 through Bell for $250 on
2year contract. Snapdragon is very powerful. Even on power saver it is very fast.
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ktnxhenry said:
Look for deals if you can. I got mine at BestBuy for $75 with a new 2 year through Bell during Black Friday.
I was able to talk the Cell Shop manager into the best deal considering I would sign a brand new contract replacing my old 3-yr Promo one
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L1qu1d said:
That is not true about benchmarks, it depends what your looking for. Snapdragon is for Graphics and Exynos for raw computation power.
In terms of battery they are both pretty bad, but I heard the Snapdragon also takes this by a slight margin.
Try Pacific Mall if you Live in Toronto, just watch out! Many companies (private) are pulling insurance fraud by selling you devices then claiming them stolen...you can wake up with your phone blacklisted.
IMO unless you do Ebay or Amazon (which will prob be expensive), I wouldn't think it's worth going out of your way for the Octo core. The difference aren't enough to justify the change.
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Thanks for the responses.
What are your thoughts on the 64 bit as another pro, for the exynos octo core chip?
i understand that 64 bit makes it possible to use 4+ gb Ram, the note has 3.
so are there any other benefits to 64 octo over 32 snapdragon?
as far as pacific mall i don't really like buying phones from them anymore.
I am checking kijijii as i type.:fingers-crossed:

tb5... said:
Thanks for the responses.
What are your thoughts on the 64 bit as another pro, for the exynos octo core chip?
i understand that 64 bit makes it possible to use 4+ gb Ram, the note has 3 and isn't upgradable.
so are there any other benefits to 64 octo over 32 snapdragon?
as far as pacific mall i don't really like buying phones from them anymore.
I am checking kijijii as i type.:fingers-crossed:
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Ram is fixed at 3 GB for all note 4s. Also most apps are programmed in 32 bit arch and there are still even PC applications that are simply programmed in 32 bit environment (actually Many many programs to be more precise...and even those that are 64 bit compatible but don't take any advantages of the new system).
Seeing as 64 bit will depend on both ram being above 3.25 GB and programmers actually programming apps that will take advantage of the new bit count, it is too early to proudly adopt the 64 bit arch expecting to future proof yourself.
I have a Nexus 9, which is a 64 bit CPU. By the time 64 bit makes it into it's baby steps even my nexus 9 will most likely be irrelevant in terms of other products on the market.
For now, 64 bit is a marketing gimmick and just a first crawl of technology going in the right direction. Don't get me wrong I'm not against it, and frankly encourage people to purchase into it, but don't expect to get the "performance" or "use" of 64 bit atm.
You are simply "funding" future projects
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Kijiji is even worse. At least pacific mall has a location (not that it makes much more of a difference) but your not carrying around 800$ cash to a random location. At least in Pacific mall there is security and is a place to shop.

i got my 910U from taiwan using ebay. $900 and well worth the extra ponies over the canadian models. using it on rogers.

I bought mine from Craigslist for $420.... Its amazing if you're patient the deals youll find. All you have to do is be able to barter, know what you're looking for and take precautions when buying used- Meet them at phones carrier, have it transferred over to you, meet them at their house and test it out or ask for their ID. Id definetly reccomend craigslist if you dont mind a used one

at $420 youre getting a fake for sure. no one is going to sell a real phone at hundreds off the cost price. a fake phone costs $160 with shipping at retail.
have you run refurbishment check on it using samsung phone info app from the app store ? have you asked the carriers if your phone is on contract/stolen or blacklisted ?

you can find it online and in Canada
Omega Cell in Edmonton carries these . i have purchased other phones, it is a good place to shop for unlocked and unique phone hardware
http://www.omegacell.com/products/samsung-galaxy-note-4-n910u-exynos-octocore
i am not affiliated with these guys at all, just a past and possibly future return customer.'

North American ZE551ML 1080p (2.3Ghz/4GB/64GB)

In case people didn't already know.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...rebbr=1&cm_re=ZENFONE2-_-75-220-011-_-Product
I have a "review unit" and can confirm this model 100% spec wise. I hate to sound like a tool and say "I cant talk about it", but I cant post anything till the review date specified buy the supplier. just trying to save a few people from buying lesser versions on Ebay, Amazon etc.

s0me guy said:
In case people didn't already know.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...rebbr=1&cm_re=ZENFONE2-_-75-220-011-_-Product
I have a "review unit" and can confirm this model 100% spec wise. I hate to sound like a tool and say "I cant talk about it", but I cant post anything till the review date specified buy the supplier. just trying to save a few people from buying lesser versions on Ebay, Amazon etc.
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Based on the Newegg listing and other sources, I'm guessing two USA variants to start -
ZE551ML 1080p 2.3GHz/4GB/64GB - $299 (Black/Gold/Red/Silver)
ZE551ML 1080p 1.8GHz/2GB/16GB - $199 (Black/Silver)
We'll see come Monday.

They didn't tell us pricing yet. Id honestly like to know before I post my review though. In my opinion, thats a MAJOR "pro" for the phone if its close to $300.

s0me guy said:
They didn't tell us pricing yet. Id honestly like to know before I post my review though. In my opinion, thats a MAJOR "pro" for the phone if its close to $300.
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True, it's just my guess on pricing.

Do folks here think it's unlikely that we'll see the 5" ZE500CL version for US release on May 18th?

edtechguy said:
Do folks here think it's unlikely that we'll see the 5" ZE500CL version for US release on May 18th?
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Its hard to say. I don't have anything concrete I can verify a 1.6Ghz /2GB/16GB model (or ZE500CL).
The Black version does have a 16GB option: N82E16875220003
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...rebbr=1&cm_re=zenfone2-_-75-220-003-_-Product
As well as the Silver version: N82E16875220004
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...rebbr=1&cm_re=zenfone2-_-75-220-004-_-Product
though they are listed as "ZE551ML" it may be a typo or mistake due to Newegg not having 100% of the Information from ASUS yet.
Lets just say ASUS has not made things easy in regard to launch dates and model numbers... this is exactly Why I started this Thread. I just wanted to let people know that there IS in fact a "North American ZE551ML 1080p (2.3Ghz/4GB/64GB)" coming our way In the US very soon and to not jump the gun and buy stuff from random scalpers for inflated prices.

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Its hard to say. I don't have anything concrete I can verify a 1.6Ghz /2GB/16GB model (or ZE500CL).
The Black version does have a 16GB option: N82E16875220003
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...rebbr=1&cm_re=zenfone2-_-75-220-003-_-Product
As well as the Silver version: N82E16875220004
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...rebbr=1&cm_re=zenfone2-_-75-220-004-_-Product
though they are listed as "ZE551ML" it may be a typo or mistake due to Newegg not having 100% of the Information from ASUS yet.
Lets just say ASUS has not made things easy in regard to launch dates and model numbers... this is exactly Why I started this Thread. I just wanted to let people know that there IS in fact a "North American ZE551ML 1080p (2.3Ghz/4GB/64GB)" coming our way In the US very soon and to not jump the gun and buy stuff from random scalpers for inflated prices.
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ZE551ML has 2GB/4GB and various ROM and CPU speed options available. The 550ML is 1.8GHz/2GB/16GB only, differentiated from 551ML only by the 720P display (same SoC, possibly under clocked GPU)
550CL is a different phone - 5.0"/1.6GHz/720P different GPU.

Somebody else said the phones on Newegg would be International version.
Can you please, please confirm that they have USA version and not International version?

How's this version going to differ from the ZE551ML I purchased off of ebay? Apart from the 32GB's of storage, specs are identical? Plus, all LTE bands I require are present? The only con I see is the price, but having only paid $340 including shipping, it doesn't seem like I made a mistake assuming the $300 NA price tag, plus tax of course.

i can tell you that the zenfone 2 2gb 1080p version will start at 199 as confirmed by asus north America on twitter

luxlun said:
i can tell you that the zenfone 2 2gb 1080p version will start at 199 as confirmed by asus north America on twitter
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I think this is the variant I pre-ordered from Amazon before they removed the page to it. Their release date was late May to early June.
Edit: It was the 551ML with 1080P+2GB RAM.
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Chinaphonearena said:
ZE551ML has 2GB/4GB and various ROM and CPU speed options available. The 550ML is 1.8GHz/2GB/16GB only, differentiated from 551ML only by the 720P display (same SoC, possibly under clocked GPU)
550CL is a different phone - 5.0"/1.6GHz/720P different GPU.
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Thanks for that Info.
Faiyez said:
Somebody else said the phones on Newegg would be International version.
Can you please, please confirm that they have USA version and not International version?
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The one they sent me is a "US" version. Im going to activate it on T-Mobile today or tomorrow.
JDane07 said:
How's this version going to differ from the ZE551ML I purchased off of ebay? Apart from the 32GB's of storage, specs are identical? Plus, all LTE bands I require are present? The only con I see is the price, but having only paid $340 including shipping, it doesn't seem like I made a mistake assuming the $300 NA price tag, plus tax of course.
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I really couldn't tell you the difference. I dont know much about any of the other Models except for the one I have here. I hope they price the Model they sent me around $300-$400. That would make it a killer deal! But like I said, I dont know the official pricing yet. I would assume Newegg would be selling them for "Retail price" when they launch, what ever that price may be?

so when is your review embargo over?

What I want to know is whether the modem is the same between the TW/WW version and the US version with the firmware being the only real difference.

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so when is your review embargo over?
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Im not sure if I can say the exact day
I assume its the same day as the Official US launch day? maybe?
its Very soon though... worth waiting for If you live in the US and are planing on getting the version I have.

s0me guy said:
Im not sure if I can say the exact day
I assume its the same day as the Official US launch day? maybe?
its Very soon though... worth waiting for If you live in the US and are planing on getting the version I have.
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How much storage does your model have, if you can share that much.
Also, is there any way you can see if it has the same modem as the other ZE551ML models (Intel 7262 + Intel 2230 according to Asus). If so then we should be able to flash US firmware to at least the WW and TW versions.

Trotter516 said:
How much storage does your model have, if you can share that much.
Also, is there any way you can see if it has the same modem as the other ZE551ML models (Intel 7262 + Intel 2230 according to Asus). If so then we should be able to flash US firmware to at least the WW and TW versions.
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The only difference in the WW, TW and US versions are basically the AT&T Band 17 for US customers. And no, you can't flash anything to change it. I've been using the WW Z3580 4GB version on T-Mobile for the last 3 weeks and it's great. What everyone is praying for is that Asus release another update to coincide with the US release that will sort out the Lollipop 5.0 battery drain (update to 5.1 would be ideal) whilst in use (standby is great). If they don't address it the casual consumer will run away because few people will know how to tweak it properly to get decent battery life. It's a fantastic phone.

Twotems said:
The only difference in the WW, TW and US versions are basically the AT&T Band 17 for US customers. And no, you can't flash anything to change it. I've been using the WW Z3580 4GB version on T-Mobile for the last 3 weeks and it's great. What everyone is praying for is that Asus release another update to coincide with the US release that will sort out the Lollipop 5.0 battery drain (update to 5.1 would be ideal) whilst in use (standby is great). If they don't address it the casual consumer will run away because few people will know how to tweak it properly to get decent battery life. It's a fantastic phone.
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Any idea how it is on AT&T's network?

Trotter516 said:
Any idea how it is on AT&T's network?
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I don't. I'm on T-Mobile and it's perfect. But AT&T use Band 17 quite extensively so unless you live in an area where they don't I suggest you wait for the US model which will cover that.

Yes, LTE Band 17 is AT&T's original band. It would make absolutely no sense to use a device without band 17 on AT&T, unless one does not really care if they get LTE or not.