So will the note 2 be region locked too? - Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I bought an export note 2 set running 4.1.2 Panamanian firmware but I'm in Asia. Any clue if I update to the latest firmware?
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Check the information on the seb which models are affected. I know that some models from end of july 2013 onboard has region lock.
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The region lock isn't even a problem. Please go read the Samsung response to it.

Great News. Read that only devices manufactured after July 2013 will be affected. I bought it in May so i shouldnt be affected right? Besides how does Sammy do it? Via hardware ways? Like a mobo revision?

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New FW showed up last night

Looks like my unlocked GS3 downloaded new FW overnight, installing it now.
Anyone know what it fixes?
I hope it's the audio quality of video recordings.
I'm in CA on AT&T
They wouldn't say. It just says improved stability.
What firmware are you on now ?
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I got an update as well and I'm on I9300UBLF2 (Not sure what region that is, it's an imported phone)
My unbranded Australian S3 hasn't got an update and I'm on XXLE8
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My unbranded Australian S3 hasn't got an update and I'm on XXLE8
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That's 2 versions behind omega rom
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Oh crap, I'm an Aussie owner also
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I'm in the Philippines and mine's got DXLE9, checked for updates, none.
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That's 2 versions behind omega rom
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I know its not the latest, but I wanted to keep it stock for as long as possible. I got addicted to flashing roms on my previous Nexus S, trying to cut back.

Back on the update merry go round..!!

Dumped htc for saying an update would be released by certain time then waiting months...now with samsung they release an update in a couple of countries yet us in the UK still waiting a month later...? Why.??? Even my unlocked, unbranded note 2...!!!?????
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I'm on the same bandwagon. Don't worry. Samsung is a lot faster with updates than HTC. So I think you've picked the right company, but the GENERAL rule of thumb is that you should buy a phone and be happy with the software it comes with, and don't expect it to be updated. Regardless, Unlocked N7100 from Germany DBT and still nothing. I bought it based on the Note 1 which ALWAYS got the updates FIRST from DBT. Now other countries have received their update and I haven't yet. Oh well. I'm still terribly happy with this phone and software! I can't say that the update will make it much better xD It's fantastic just the way it is, but I'm an update junky! haha. So just sit back and relax It'll come.
okuda1971 said:
Dumped htc for saying an update would be released by certain time then waiting months...now with samsung they release an update in a couple of countries yet us in the UK still waiting a month later...? Why.??? Even my unlocked, unbranded note 2...!!!?????
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i love my GN2 but Samsung is a S**t company when it comes for updates,they never say anything what changes are made on Updates and they only do updates only in few countries which it barely sales the phone and not to the countries which they sold most
Tell me which phone manufacturer announce exactly when updates come? Moto is even worse based on ics update. When I got the phone it was mentioned all over the website promised ics update.
Then after almost a year they release a schedule for update which promises q1 2012.. End of q1 2012 came and all no update. A month later announced q2 2012. End of q2 came and gone. A month later the update finally came for me. At that time the is still many users without ics. Even today not all received their ics.
Btw the ics update made the phone laggy. Full reset removed the Laginess for a week or so before it came back. Don't tell me it's an app I instants because the only app installed then was line, whatsapp and tango. And mx player.
And this is supposed to be a ics phone. But quirks much better in gb.
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okuda1971 said:
Dumped htc for saying an update would be released by certain time then waiting months...now with samsung they release an update in a couple of countries yet us in the UK still waiting a month later...? Why.??? Even my unlocked, unbranded note 2...!!!?????
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In general, updates are delayed by carrier testing, so they can make sure it causes no issues on their network, but it takes even longer for unlocked/sim-free phones as they're tested on many more networks.
However I will say that if you're so adamant on getting updates ASAP you bought the wrong phone, the only phones you should look at for that are Nexus phones. Even those can have their updates significantly delayed by carrier testing though.
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Root ur phone. Get official updated firmware. Flash with odin. Done. Whats so hard.
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My point was the fact that the official update was released in a few countries about a month ago and yet nothing in the UK..? And yet Samsung has already started going on about the next update to be released in jan/feb !! We need this one first please..!!!
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My mrs s3 has 4.1.2 now!
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In general, updates are delayed by carrier testing, so they can make sure it causes no issues on their network, but it takes even longer for unlocked/sim-free phones as they're tested on many more networks.
However I will say that if you're so adamant on getting updates ASAP you bought the wrong phone, the only phones you should look at for that are Nexus phones. Even those can have their updates significantly delayed by carrier testing though.
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I don't really buy that story. For carrier phones yes but what about international nonbranded phones?
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I'd imagine that Samsung are doing a pilot release to a few countries first. If no major issues are reported then they release it to everyone else a short time later (like a month or so).
Makes sense really when you think about it, IMHO anyhow.
Btw waiting for the update here in Ireland too if it makes you feel any better
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German version of GS 4

It looks like Germany is gettig octa core and i want it rather than snapdragon 600. I always had USA version of phone and never tried international version. Although rumors are to be said that Exynos are not going to get much development as snapdragon 600, it is ok because I will not be rooting or flashing rom. So, My question is, what will be the famous german phone sale website that will be selling GS 4 and will ship to USA? (For example in UK, www.clove.co.uk would be a good example)
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If I bought one from Germany (octacore) :
1. Would it just be a case of selecting English and using my 3 sim straight off?
2. Is warranty an issue, would I have to send it to Germany should a fault occur?
3. If they ever do bring out an octacore version in the UK at a later date, am I right in thinking you could just flash the UK firmware on the German bought phone?
Thanks
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If I bought one from Germany (octacore) :
1. Would it just be a case of selecting English and using my 3 sim straight off?
2. Is warranty an issue, would I have to send it to Germany should a fault occur?
3. If they ever do bring out an octacore version in the UK at a later date, am I right in thinking you could just flash the UK firmware on the German bought phone?
Thanks
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1. Well if you buy sim free unlocked one and your carrier carries the right frequency yeah.
2. I have to research more on warranty but i assume samsung in us will be handle it unless warranty specifically states to be serviced in germany.
3. No idea
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Related to #2: Of you buy the phone in Europe, the warranty will be available only in European Union, so in case of problems you will need to send it to Europe.
About #3, if the devices are both OCTA, it shouldn't be a problem.
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Related to #2: Of you buy the phone in Europe, the warranty will be available only in European Union, so in case of problems you will need to send it to Europe.
About #3, if the devices are both OCTA, it shouldn't be a problem.
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For 2, For me, i will probably end up purchasing seperate insurance for it but it needs more research.
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demlasjr said:
Related to #2: Of you buy the phone in Europe, the warranty will be available only in European Union, so in case of problems you will need to send it to Europe.
About #3, if the devices are both OCTA, it shouldn't be a problem.
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UK is in Europe (for now at least ) which is why I'm not sure how warranty would work. I wonder if someone in France moved to Germany, would they have to send it back to France if that's where they bought it?
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UK is in Europe (for now at least ) which is why I'm not sure how warranty would work. I wonder if someone in France moved to Germany, would they have to send it back to France if that's where they bought it?
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Nop, you can fix it in Germany, as well as Portugal or Romania. If you bought it in EU, you can fix it wherever you are or want. I'm in Spain right now, I will buy it from Germany and if I have problems, I can send it to Samsung Service here in Spain. That's the beauty of European Union.
@jkforce: I don't think it will work. First of all, the whole US will use Snapdragon so Octa will be kinda hard (or needs a lot of time to be fixed because of the component needed and not found locally). Also, an extended warranty works in the same way as a normal one, in this case only in Europe, but covers you of drops or other mechanical damages. You will need to ask Samsung US if they can accept you an extended warranty for an European device in US.
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Any news on 4.3 update for UK?

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Nothing and I wouldn’t be surprised if we were last in the queue.
i think we will see updates for rest of Europe in first week of November, that's been the trend so far i.e. the monthly updates.
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Samsung tweeted back saying no news yet, but hope to soon.
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On 3 UK we are still officially on MEA so we will probably have to have an update to 4.2.2 like EE recently did before we will see 4.3 It's a real shame that the providers seem to be falling behind again
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here is the live feed page for update in any country
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/10/17...t-i9505-receives-official-android-4-3-update/
HTH
enjoy S4....

Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Ed.) Philippines (Users)

This is just for Filipino Users of Note 10.1 2014 edition; a place to discuss everything related to our gadget, be it accessories, software or hardware related...
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This is just for Filipino Users of Note 10.1 2014 edition; a place to discuss everything related to our gadget, be it accessories, software or hardware related...
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I think it's great
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Got one for my daughter for Christmas, but she has yet to unwrap it. I tested it a bit and it looks great!
Got one yesterday... rooted and running on CleanRom. No problems so far.
Just got a local unit in jet black and it looks awesome! Much better indeed compared to ipad air
Local Models available at samsung stores
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Just got a local unit in jet black and it looks awesome! Much better indeed compared to ipad air
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Good day. I am planning on buying but i heard that the only models available at local samsung stores
are the wifi only p600 ones and only 16gb. I want a 32gb model but i am not sure if local samsung stores will ever release it in
the country. Where did you buy yours? What model, price and storage capacity?
If you want 32 gb probably you can buy at the online retailer like kimstore they sold 32 gb lte version but they dont have samsung warranty i guess well 16 gb is good enough for a moderate gamer just add a 64 gb microsd card
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I'm from the UK, is that ok?
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Hi guys! Does anyone know where i can buy a desk dock for note 10.1 2014 in philippines? Thanks
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of course
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I'm from the UK, is that ok?
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if you are a Pinoy you are warmly welcome
and for the accesories, I bought a flip-like cover for tablet in local store, cyberzone-sm north annex particularly, and I am not satisfied with it, I mean it is ust a generic one, with a not so strong stand... hahahaha...
I'm english
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reubenskelly1992 said:
I'm english
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Its ok as long your in Philippines
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rcsiccion said:
Its ok as long your in Philippines
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No england
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reubenskelly1992 said:
No england
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Of course you're welcome here, it's the internet! The only reason I see for this thread being exclusive for Philippines is difference in hardware or accessories availability in that particular region that may not benefit others from reading posts here. So far I have not seen anything on this thread relevant to a specific region. But if this thread were to exclude anyone who is not Filipino, then that's just silly. The Philippines and its people are known to be very friendly and hospitable to all ethnicity. Just be prepared if no one bothers to explain any cultural differences because it would be assumed everyone here knows what is being talked about, for example:
1. Can I change my tablet to wake up by saying "Hoy!" instead of "hi Galaxy!"?
2. My wife gets mad at me when I use my tablet while we're eating dinner. She says it's too hard to clean the rice off the display. (some Filipinos prefer to eat with their hands)
3. My wife got mad at me for cursing at the tablet in front of the kids. I was only using voice search for Manny's next fight! (Pacquiao, some Filipinos can't pronounce the letter F, so F*** you could sound like Pacquiao)
By the way, I'm not racist, I'm FBI. Full Blooded Ilokano.
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My wife hates my tablet compared to her iPad. She says my S-Pen is so small, whenever she drops it on the floor she can't pick it up with her toes.
Don't worry about anything, this is a good thread. I've got a 32 gb, P-605 bought from Hong Kong.I love the snapdragon variant than the exynos version. I have to change the ROM though. Is this available in the Philippines? How much?
Guys anyone know where can we get samsung desk dock for our tablet localy?
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Guys anyone know where can we get samsung desk dock for our tablet localy?
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same question here...
anyway, I tried the 4.4.2 update intended for the columbia and it worked like charm, the problem is I cant root my device using the autorootcf hahahah
605
wannajump said:
Don't worry about anything, this is a good thread. I've got a 32 gb, P-605 bought from Hong Kong.I love the snapdragon variant than the exynos version. I have to change the ROM though. Is this available in the Philippines? How much?
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HI, not really pinoy but from philippines , I bought my 32gb 605 from a shop in harrison plaza worth 29k brand new HK version, since their is no LTE version available from samsung official
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HI, not really pinoy but from philippines , I bought my 32gb 605 from a shop in harrison plaza worth 29k brand new HK version, since their is no LTE version available from samsung official
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Mine is P600 16gb, the cheapest variant
First time seeing this thread.
Pinoy from Texas here
Got the P605 with ARHD ROM.

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