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Nexus 7 quad core tablet for only $199 - $249

So what is everyone's thoughts?
Check out the specs:
7-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1280x800 and a 178-degree viewing angle
Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
1.3Ghz quad-core Tegra 3 processor
nVidia GeForce 12-core GPU
1GB of RAM
8GB or 16GB of internal storage
1.2 MP front-facing camera, no rear camera
NFC with Google Wallet
Android Beam
Battery life estimated at 9 hours
They say it will be $199 to $249. That's the same and cheaper than we paid for our GT7's.
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Nice, I could always give my wife my Galaxy Tab 2 7"
and get a new tablet for myself, win win

I'll probably end up returning my tab to Costco and getting this. Maybe I have a lemon, but the screen's touch response has been pretty frustrating and I'd rather just not deal with it anymore.
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Just looking at the specs i think it will be a good deal, BUT some bad things in my opinion are:
Nvidia..
Resolution, i own the 7" with 1024x600 and all the web sites fits perfectly on the screen when in landscape mode, with 1280 you will have some extra empty borders making the fonts somewhat smaller without any browser tricks, higher resolution to me is equals to more detailed but smaller things
Hope it haves gps...
This is not confirmed but it seems it will be asus, after reading some feedback about them i dont think they are a good choice
In my opinion the better things are:
Jelly bean
Nexus, it will have a lot of dev and google support
A quadcore, i think i dont need it since i rarely play games on my tablet.
Nfc, i dont have any use for it but someone will...
Im not talking about battery life because we all know all manufacturers lie.
I will look closer at the nexus 7 forums, and maybe i will sell my tab and get it but i dont think so

I was kind of disappointed when hearing this, but I have really gotten over it. To fit those specs into that price range they are going to have to skimp on a lot of other stuff. Also, the Quad core won't do much as Android doesn't really use all 4 cores unless you are doing benchmarks or playing one of Nvidia's games.
The only real advantage that has is the screen, but who know's the quality of the screen, also for a 7" tablet I would rather have the lower resolution.
The only thing I really see for this tablet is the dev support, which after getting a fully functional CM9 port, I don't really care too much as that is probably the only thing I would run on it anyways.
Finally, I just came from an Asus tablet and while I loved the thing it did have a good bit of flaws and a lot of angry customers. My ASUS laptop works great but I guess that doesn't carry over to their tablet division.

Keep in mind that this is an Asus built unit - don't get too excited. My Tab 2 7.0 browses better than my Prime.
Google is going to regret the day they partnered with Asus... Check back in about 4 months...
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rcatron said:
Keep in mind that this is an Asus built unit - don't get too excited. My Tab 2 7.0 browses better than my Prime.
Google is going to regret the day they partnered with Asus... Check back in about 4 months...
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Count me as one of those "angry" former Asus customers. Two laptops and one
tablet, all gave me nothing but headaches.... I am a very understanding person
and I know electronics can have defects. However, Asus was absolutely terrible
when I tried to get the products fixed under warranty. It was a painful and slow
process. Not to mention that their customer service reps seemed to trained to
ask 20 questions and expect detailed answers before approving a warranty
repair request.

I thing I'm curious about is whether or not it will have the ability to use external SD cards. Since this is a reference device, and if you look at the Nexus phones they don't support them either.
Since my Tab is now my primary travel companion for long international trips for movies - that's a huge negative in my book.

I see the pros being the display, price, and development support. Outside of that, the rest of the specs seem in line with the Tab 2. Who is going to use NFC and Google Wallet from a tablet? Unless Google Wallet becomes more like Passbook, it's going to be useless as I would think you would need an internet connection, and how awkward would it be paying with a 7" tablet?
The CPU could be a plus for them, but it may also affect battery life having more cores. The Tegra 3 looks like a fairly solid SoC, but as others said, quad-core isn't going to do much for a while, if ever, as most stuff that would tax the system will have stuff offloaded to the GPU as you are likely gaming. The lack of a rear camera isn't huge IMO, as I never use the cameras on my tablet now.
Cons I see are the low price point as well. It's great to have a cheap tablet, but what did they cut back on to get it cheap? I also see no mention of GPS, WiFi, or Bluetooth, so who knows what it has there. I think that the Galaxy Tab 2 having hardware very similar to the Galaxy Nexus is a benefit to us, as we can more easily get AOSP working that way. It will have problems, as the builds do now, but until more details of the Nexus Tablet are released, I still think the GTab2 is a great device.

pinoymutt said:
I thing I'm curious about is whether or not it will have the ability to use external SD cards. Since this is a reference device, and if you look at the Nexus phones they don't support them either.
Since my Tab is now my primary travel companion for long international trips for movies - that's a huge negative in my book.
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I sincerely hope Google won't make the same mistake twice. (first one was
when it left out a microSD slot in my Galaxy Nexus phone) A tablet without
microSD slot is about as useful as a paperweight... or I can just get a KF.

Kiersten_Kress said:
I sincerely hope Google won't make the same mistake twice. (first one was
when it left out a microSD slot in my Galaxy Nexus phone) A tablet without
microSD slot is about as useful as a paperweight... or I can just get a KF.
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Haha no doubt. I had a kf for a few days and hated not having a slot.
The galaxy nexus doesn't have one? Wtf? Really?
I doubt it has GPS. It doesn't even have a rear camera.

scottx . said:
Haha no doubt. I had a kf for a few days and hated not having a slot.
The galaxy nexus doesn't have one? Wtf? Really?
I doubt it has GPS. It doesn't even have a rear camera.
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I've had my Galaxy Nexus since December. The #1 thing that I hated
was the lack of SD slot. (otherwise, it was a cool phone)

I just got my gtab 7 today. Its great! Was thinking if the asus,but i love my tab with ir blaster. Glad with my choice.

Kiersten_Kress said:
I sincerely hope Google won't make the same mistake twice. (first one was
when it left out a microSD slot in my Galaxy Nexus phone) A tablet without
microSD slot is about as useful as a paperweight... or I can just get a KF.
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I don't mind the no sdcard slot on my phone but on a tablet that is just unacceptable.
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This will be the differentiator for me. If the Nexus 7 doesn't have an SD slot then I'll get the Galaxy Tab 2. No SD card is just unacceptable.

I think our GT2 will kick that Asus Tablet's ass.
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HB_Mosh said:
I think our GT2 will kick that Asus Tablet's ass.
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+1. I bet for that asus to get to that price point wont have a micro sd card slot and back camera. To me the gtab is all i need, as browsing is so darn fast. I dont read ebooks, but for regular tasks this is quite fast.

I have never used the camera on my gtab, however I just can't see a tablet that doesn't have a SD slot, but if it doesn't that would be the deal breaker.
I really like my gtab, a lot more now with CM9 on it, so when the Nexus 7 hits it will be a tough decision.

I Really Hope this is a real device that will be released for that price! The issue is I will be kicking myself in the face because I just bought the Tab 2.

Honestly glad I didn't buy this tablet. It was a gift so no regrets :/ I'm happy with it regardless.
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[Q] Nexus 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab2 7 inch

Which is better? Thanks for your help.

No question about it.
The Nexus 7.
But don't forget, your at a Nexus 7 forum, ask the same question in a Galaxy forum and you'll get the same response but the other way round.
But it really is an brilliant device.

I know, but as in specs. Evidence doesn't lie
Yeah. Don't have enough to afford a nexus 10 in my country :'( $130 more than in the US.

Definitely get a nexus 7. I hear people moan about how slow galaxy tabs are compared with n7

yeah but what about specs?

Well the Tab2 7 already has old software on it where we are getting ANOTHER update to 4.2
The Tab2 is a nice tablet and I've seen it reduced to $249 to compete with the N7 but longevity, the Nexus easily wins. For me, half of the fun of owning a device is getting new features with a Nexus device. Plus if there is any problems, being able to get those fixes from somewhere other then the manufacture 4 months later.
Right now, both tabs a close draw. They are both really nice tablets with really nice features. But think about choosing one a year from now. In one hand you'll have the Nexus 7 running Key Lime Pie 5.0 vs the Tab2 [maybe] running JB 4.2

There's most always a way to manually update it.
Which one is faster? Has better resolution? Better speakers? Etc
I'd like to know the physical comparison.

I think the N7 is a no brainer over the Tab2.

Well you managed to navigate here, why not navigate to google & search for a side by side comparison I'm sure there are loads you could salivate over :banghead:
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Nexus 7 all the way. Best specs and it's essentially meant to be modded
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If you're looking for an unbiased answer you are looking in the wrong place. Try Google.
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I have both so can try and give an objective view
The nexus 7 is slicker and faster for sure although regular folk who have used both don't notice any difference. I prefer the nexus 7 screen but the tab 2 is fine, nothing too major.
I actually prefer the software layout on the tab, I hate not being able to delete a home screen on the nexus on stock and I prefer the quick access to power toggles on the tab. I dont however like the stupid app panel on the tab that you cant disable.
One thing that surprised me, I do miss the back camera on the nexus. Just for stupid things like taking pics of the cats or whatever, its just handy to have that feature.
Of course you have the SD card on the tab, which is a bonus but the tab has less storage space for apps now the nexus is 16gb min. I will however use the tab on long journeys and trips away as I can put all my video and music files on the SD card. I just wished they found a way to let you (unrooted) move the large app data files to SD. Sygic GPS does allow you to move the map files to the ext SD so thats handy.
Tab doesnt allow my xbox controller to work on usb OTG whereas Nexus 7 does, although the tab worked with on other input devices such as mice.
To sum up, the Nexus is my preferred device in the majority of situations and I am recommending this to my parents over the tab2 unless a very good deal can be had for the tab2. So unless your someone who needs the extra SD space for media or will really use the back camera a lot, the Nexus would be my pick
edit: oh and I hate chrome on the nexus, much prefer the browser on the tab, chrome is unbelievable slow to the point of frustration

veeman said:
If you're looking for an unbiased answer you are looking in the wrong place. Try Google.
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I did.
DrEzkimo said:
I have both so can try and give an objective view
The nexus 7 is slicker and faster for sure although regular folk who have used both don't notice any difference. I prefer the nexus 7 screen but the tab 2 is fine, nothing too major.
I actually prefer the software layout on the tab, I hate not being able to delete a home screen on the nexus on stock and I prefer the quick access to power toggles on the tab. I dont however like the stupid app panel on the tab that you cant disable.
One thing that surprised me, I do miss the back camera on the nexus. Just for stupid things like taking pics of the cats or whatever, its just handy to have that feature.
Of course you have the SD card on the tab, which is a bonus but the tab has less storage space for apps now the nexus is 16gb min. I will however use the tab on long journeys and trips away as I can put all my video and music files on the SD card. I just wished they found a way to let you (unrooted) move the large app data files to SD. Sygic GPS does allow you to move the map files to the ext SD so thats handy.
Tab doesnt allow my xbox controller to work on usb OTG whereas Nexus 7 does, although the tab worked with on other input devices such as mice.
To sum up, the Nexus is my preferred device in the majority of situations and I am recommending this to my parents over the tab2 unless a very good deal can be had for the tab2. So unless your someone who needs the extra SD space for media or will really use the back camera a lot, the Nexus would be my pick
edit: oh and I hate chrome on the nexus, much prefer the browser on the tab, chrome is unbelievable slow to the point of frustration
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Helpful, thanks

Just find the AOSP browser for the N7 if you can.
-Brought to you by Marino's Nexus 7-

I have both as well, though the Tab 2 is on "semi-permanent loan" to my daughter.
First, Nexus 7 is Tegra 3, the Tab 2 is not. That means there will be some apps for the Nexus 7 that won't be available for the Tab 2 directly thru the Play Store (but possibly can be side loaded).
The Tab 2 features TouchWiz, but you probably knew that.
The Tab 2 has a built in IR blaster that works pretty good.
The Tab 2 being 8gb really only has about 5gb as usable storage.
The Quick Launch bar on the Tab 2 is nice, but seems that you can only add Samsung apps to it.
There is a Screen shot button on the main navbar of the Tab 2 that is too damn close to the Recent Apps button - I really don't like the positioning of it.
I personally miss having a rear camera on the N7, but it's not a deal breaker.
Updates, updates, updates for the N7 - big plus (stock Tab 2 still on 4.0.4)
Overall, I prefer the N7

I own them both.
You can't really compare them.
The Nexus is smooth, fast and definitely higher res.
The Tab has a sweet remote, ext. Memory and a back cam.
At the end end of the day, I love them both. But for very different reasons.
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Well, now for a different perspective. I've had extensive time with both of them before giving the Tab to my sister. Stock, the Nexus will blow the Tab away in speed. The stock launcher on the Tab just felt so slow and laggy. But when I rooted the tab and put a jb rom on it, you honestly couldn't tell the difference between the two. The Nexus has newer hardware, so the specs are a bit better, but the Tab has expandable memory and an ir port, as well as a rear camera. Now, the jb rom doesn't have working drivers for the ir yet, but it's going to get jb officially soon, so that won't be an issue for long. I'd personally take the Nexus over the Tab, but it's really up to you. If you spend time learning to root the Tab, the difference in the processor isn't really enough to make much of a difference. I'm actually thinking about getting one for myself to go along with my Nexus.

TF 101 or Nexus 7?

A friend of mine has a near mint tf101 barely used for 200 or should I get a nexus 7. Opinions? Don't know if his is 16 or 32 forgot to ask.
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Do you need a 10'' display?
If NOT go for the Nexus 7

I can't live without the dock, its battery life and USB ports.

I agree completely.
Check out a 7" tab vs a 10" tab and see which you like better. The N7 has much better specs, but my TF101 is awesome and is no slouch with its dual core processor.

caliga4221 said:
A friend of mine has a near mint tf101 barely used for 200 or should I get a nexus 7. Opinions? Don't know if his is 16 or 32 forgot to ask.
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As others have pointed out, you have to decide what's important. I have both. They both have their advantages and disadvantages. Personally, I wouldn't spend $200 on a used tablet with old technology. For awhile, my TF was collecting dust and I was using my Nexus 7 90% of the time. Then last month I installed EOS 4 JB on my TF, and I've been using that one quite a bit more. It really did breathe new life into the old tablet.

The tf101s price has barely dropped because its so incredibly useful. Windows based their future on copying the form factor without the extra battery in the dock. It may not be super powerful, but its not meant to replace a gaming or video editing rig. Its as powerful as a portable computer needs to be.
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Agree with what everyone says about how good the TF101 is. Once you have the dock its unbelievably handy.
That said I use my Nexus 7 more because for me the smaller size is so much handier for many of the things I'd use a tablet.
OTOH if you really need a small computer (think netbook) the TF101 fits that bill much better than a Windows netbook depending on exactly what you want that small computer to do.
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I agree with Just Lou. I also have both a N7 and a TF101, and since I installed EOS4 on thr TF, I find myself using it again. It's like a new tablet now!
What I really like about the TF is the docking station, and if you get one, get the dock as well. Yes, yes, I know our N7 can also use an external keyb etc., but it's not the same.
This being said, if you buy only one tablet, I'd go for the N7, because that's the one you will take everywhere. Slip it into your (large) pocket and ride the train, or mount it in your car as a GPS that you can read books on while waiting for your wife to finish shopping....

I have both and like others said, it defends what your needs are which one is better.
Besides the obvious like size, keyboard dock and battery life there is one thing in particular that makes me keep the Transformer around and that is HDMI out. The Nexus 7 doesn't support video out in any way so if that is essential there really is only one choice.
Apart from the lack of an MHL port I really like the Nexus 7 for its one-hand friendly size. It's great for reading news or e-books and it's a snappy performer.
Get both or get a Nexus 7

Have both too, and after the novelty wore off on the newer N7 I am back using my (dockless) TF most of the time. In my usage mode, at least, I don't see any performance differences between the two with EOS 3 and IMO even better yet the more recent builds of EOS 4 on the TF. I don't really do much "real" gaming, though, nor do I bring a tablet with me out of the house much (I thought I would when I got the N7, but not yet). For couch surfing and stuff, I do prefer the 10".
Actually quite amazed at how well the TF is holding up.
That said I'd have to think twice before spending $200 on a used, older tablet. But, if I had to get rid of one of my tablets, and you asked me right now, I'd keep my TF.

N7 does not have an external micro-SD slot or HDMI. Therefore, I'll be keeping my TF awhile until something better comes out.

Note 5 and S6+

Got to play with both today! The note 5 stylus is spring loaded and more hidden. Both have the same design as the s6. Glass front and back. Beyond that... It's essentially the same specs as the s6 with very minor improvements.
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Ok, what was the point to release new note 5, if there is no big difference? Any new features like eye scan or maybe faster and better fingerprint recognition?

Worst new feature is no SD card support
This means I will never buy the Note 5.

Well, I for one think that the Note 5 not having any major changes from the Note 4 is a good thing. Why? Because you don't have to spend more money on a new phone, and if you can't afford a new phone, you don't have to feel like you're missing out on the newest gadget.
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hellot1M said:
Got to play with both today! The note 5 stylus is spring loaded and more hidden. Both have the same design as the s6. Glass front and back. Beyond that... It's essentially the same specs as the s6 with very minor improvements.
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So do they have fixed batteries, what size, and no sd? Is the screen better than the note 4? Are they identical processors and memory?
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If there's root for either of those 2 I'm getting it. Bye bye note 4

It's pretty much the s6 but bigger. Internal battery and same design. I have no idea about the SD card but I'm going to assume no. The rep has stated many times after the s6 launch that they had no plans of bring the SD card option back. Which I'm glad for. I worked at a repair center for years and 2 of the biggest problems we had were from people using 3rd party batteries and using an old SD card from their original epic or evo. Simply taking out the old SD card fixed nearly all their problems then switching their battery out with an OEM battery fixed everything else. Bad aftermarket battery's can and will cause your phone to freeze/lock up and perform power cycles. Usually after only a few minutes use. Using an old or class 4 or below SD card can and will lock your phone up and/or cause power cycles. Sucks the rest are being punished but its a very tiny community that even uses all of 32gb of the internal storage before getting a new phone or just the few bucks extra and get the 64gb model. Faster more stable form of storage.
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It's pretty much the s6 but bigger. Internal battery and same design. I have no idea about the SD card but I'm going to assume no. The rep has stated many times after the s6 launch that they had no plans of bring the SD card option back. Which I'm glad for. I worked at a repair center for years and 2 of the biggest problems we had were from people using 3rd party batteries and using an old SD card from their original epic or evo. Simply taking out the old SD card fixed nearly all their problems then switching their battery out with an OEM battery fixed everything else. Bad aftermarket battery's can and will cause your phone to freeze/lock up and perform power cycles. Usually after only a few minutes use. Using an old or class 4 or below SD card can and will lock your phone up and/or cause power cycles. Sucks the rest are being punished but its a very tiny community that even uses all of 32gb of the internal storage before getting a new phone or just the few bucks extra and get the 64gb model. Faster more stable form of storage.
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So you got hands on both of the but didn't notice a lack of SD card port?
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So you got hands on both of the but didn't notice a lack of SD card port?
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Wow so no SD cards anymore?! As much as I love my note 4 I'm basically going to have to in the future look elsewhere to another brand that uses micro sd. Sorry Samsung but if I wanted an iPhone I would've bought one. So what are the choices when it comes to memory?
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The internal memory is sooooo much faster than even a class 10 SD card. Why not pony up for the 64 GB version and be done? Unless you like to keep several HD Blu-Ray rips or a plethora of high-end games on your phone, I can't imagine running out of space with 64 GB. I have a playlist of about 1000 songs, most at 256 kbps, and it uses about 9 gigs. Still lots of room when you have 64 gigs. Just my $0.02.

There are new pictures on verge. Basically a note 4 with a new frame. Honestly I can't see why i would move from a note 4 to a note 5. Cost for the equivalent of what I have, of based on s6 prices, is $1k. Better to get a g4 (for around $480 today) or keep the note 4.
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Oh and to be fair.. The rep said he could not confirm that the device I was holding was a note 5. He said he couldn't say what the real name was. He called the phone without edges "project noble" it could be the galaxy s6+. The other device was definitely/obviously the s6 edge+. Which he also couldn't confirm on the name. With both devices having the same exact design and same specs as the s6 then the note 5 could be a completely other device yet seen.
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The internal memory is sooooo much faster than even a class 10 SD card. Why not pony up for the 64 GB version and be done? Unless you like to keep several HD Blu-Ray rips or a plethora of high-end games on your phone, I can't imagine running out of space with 64 GB. I have a playlist of about 1000 songs, most at 256 kbps, and it uses about 9 gigs. Still lots of room when you have 64 gigs. Just my $0.02.
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yeah but comparing the SD card in your phone is like comparing a USB drive to a computer. I'm constantly exchanging music, videos, pictures, and large size files with other devices, and friends. I also move gigs of files to and from my computer. I just pop out the SD card and place it in my other device, the SD card slot in my laptop, my tablet, etc.
also if worse comes to worse and I brick my phone, its the SD card that'll save me when I transfer a recovery to it.
the truth of it is there's no other solution that works nearly as well as having an SD card. and if you're someone like me whos on the go, and hardly ever touches a PC, SD card is so important.
I also trust my SD card much more.. if my phone were to break or get wet, everything inside is ruined, but if my pictures are on an SD card, while my phone is gone, my precious memories aren't.
SD card 4 life!
(also the Note series is a PRODUCTIVITY line, how could they ever scrap such a crucial thing for power users, and business travelers..)

no sd card and no removable battery. Definitely deal breaker. I am going to keep my note 4 for a long time.

They make USB drives for phones now. They have 2 ends. A micro USB end and a regular USB end for that exact reason. Way more reliable than an SD card.
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My Samsung rep brought both devices in today and the edge device had a stylus. More than likely will be the note edge not the s6 edge plus. The rep told me with his time with these devices his battery life is about double the battery life of the s6. Definitely looking forward to this new note
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If there's root for either of those 2 I'm getting it. Bye bye note 4
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Totally agree, i would imagine that if a permanent trustworthy non-chinese root method is attained on the Note 5 within first couple months of release then it will be definitely worth it, otherwise, I am dumping Samsung Note 4 and Galaxy Tab Pro for good, hello Moto or Huawei Nexus.

It's not samsung fault for lack of sd card support,
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/Google-SD-Card-Nexus-Smartphone,18841.html
But my next phone will probably be the sony xperia z3, since the z3+ doesn't have lte and I haven't seen anyone add the band's for att lte to it successfully yet
Also to the op,I used both phones, how did you not notice if there was or was not an SD card and how did you not notice the back of the note 5? It's not the same as the 6

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They make USB drives for phones now. They have 2 ends. A micro USB end and a regular USB end for that exact reason. Way more reliable than an SD card.
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Because that's much easier to keep plugged in at all times.
The new iNote sounds like garbage.
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Galaxy Note 5

I love the sleek new look Samsung has i dont care what anyone thinks sd card slot or not removable battery or not i think its well made!https://youtu.be/wJWj7rGj3uY
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I'll stick with my note 4

Im confused.. WHICH loyal fans were they listening to??? Note 4 > Note 5

It looks terrific to me, although I was hoping it would have a 7422 instead of a 7420. I never upgrade right away, though. I always wait until the price comes down. By that time, we'll know if it turned out to be a error in judgement on design or a lemon of a phone.

Geezio said:
I love the sleek new look Samsung has i dont care what anyone thinks sd card slot or not removable battery or not i think its well made!https://youtu.be/wJWj7rGj3uY
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Glad to see you will be happy with your isamsungphone. Good luck with that.

Very nice device.. But no thanks, I'll keep my Note4. ?

schlepprock said:
Very nice device.. But no thanks, I'll keep my Note4. ?
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Yeah agreed it looks nice but that's about it. It's more of a downgrade to me.
However.... I will buy one and if I don't like it I will go back to the note 4.
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All I saw was a very well made iPhone with an S-pen...or is it an I-pen?? I get confused ?! @xxSTARBUCKSxx I'm with you on that....which loyal fans!
http://i.imgur.com/yAQKBCY.jpg

I was pretty much following it for kicks and giggles, just to keep track. I'm only a year into my Note4, which means I won't upgrade till Note 6ish anyway.

Put it in a case and it becomes a sub par Note 4

Note 4 all the way. I'll wait for something better.

If for any reason I would want to get the note 5, it would be because of the wireless charge fast charging. But it looks like sprint might be dropping spark, only LTE?
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Same screen resolution, smaller battery with no Micro SD. I don't understand the direction Samsung is headed. Every phone I have ever had people complain about battery life. What's the solution with a internal battery? Constantly tethered to the wall or a huge ridiculous case with an extra external power source built in? Fail Sammy, fail.

I dont understand so many threads about this note 5 in a note 4 forum. I mean, personally im waiting for the new nexus device, im not going to make a thread in the note 4 forum tho.
Should probably take it to the note 5 forum instead.
Just my 2 cents.

It's one of the best ? out there
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The screen off memo feature would be nice to see ported. Not a ton makes me want note 5 over note 4...
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aburns7487 said:
The screen off memo feature would be nice to see ported. Not a ton makes me want note 5 over note 4...
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Yep that's pretty neat for sure.

There are a lot of things I like about the Note 5, and you CAN get a 128 GB model for Sprint, contrary to what many websites are saying. But I'm still not going to upgrade. Maybe when the prices drop, but I'll probably wait to see what the Note 6 is like. I never swap my battery and I don't care about missing the microSD card. I'd rather have the UFS 2.0 storage, so those things aren't holding me back. I'm just happy with my Note 4.

Well.. I like doing a battery pull when things get iffy. As far as having an SD card slot or not is not really a big deal to me. I have a Samsung 32g SD card now that's not even 1/3 full. Between Sirius /XM and Pandora I don't download a lot of music. I use my SD card for pictures and my necessary rooting/modding files. And with having a "cloud" to store stuff and thumb drives and USB cables the storage will still be endless. As with all other tech.. It evolves. My 2 cents..

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Same screen resolution, smaller battery with no Micro SD. I don't understand the direction Samsung is headed. Every phone I have ever had people complain about battery life. What's the solution with a internal battery? Constantly tethered to the wall or a huge ridiculous case with an extra external power source built in? Fail Sammy, fail.
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Note followers never complained about built quality because our phones stay in cases. Galaxy followers wanted a android iphone so samsung gave it to them . But why didn't they just have a regular version with sd and removable battery and one with a higher built quality and they could have ditched the s6 plus idea until the s7 plus . That would of worked 4 months ago. Owell I'll get the s6 plus and if i don't like it wife might have a new phone. Note 5 don't do nothing for me atleast the s6plus bring something different. I'll see what apple do before i dive in they might surprise me but every year a disappointment.