Once I got my Note 3, that made me want a Note 10.1 2014 even more... I love the feel of the back on the Note 3; it's very grippy, and I thought that would make a tablet much easier to hold on to (relative to my 1st gen Galaxy Tab 10.1). So now I have my new 2014 edition, and I'm disappointing to find that the Note tablet has a hard plastic feel, as opposed to the softer leather-ish feel of the Note 3. I specifically held out for a black tablet, knowing that at least in the Note 3, the black has a much softer feeling back than the white. I would say the feeling of the 2014 is actually less grippy than my old Galaxy Tab. I'm probably in the minority of people who prefer to not use a cover, but it seems they missed the boat here. If anything, the tablet needs the extra grip more than the phone.
This is not an issue for me personally because the first thing that I did was put the tablet in a case anyway so I'm never going to see or feel the back of the tablet again.
Hell yes, I'm disappointed. It looks great and sure doesn't feel like leather.
I think it feels nicer than the glossy junk but even if it had aluminium it would be in a case so no biggie for me :laugh:
I am very happy with the overal build quality (and the back) of the 2014 Note 10.1. It is the best experience I have had with any of Samsungs tablets. I remember the back of the original Galaxy Tab 10.1 which felt cheap, bendable plastic, able to feel internal parts. The new Note 10.1 has none of that, though it isn't as sturdy as my iPad 4. Because of the savings in weight it feels like a good compromise. I really like it, which came as a surprise to me because the Note 3 was rather a disappointment in that area. With the Note 3 I again have no problems with its back, but I do hate the cheap plastic edges. I imagine dropping it once on its side and then constantly absentmindedly scratching it with my nails trying (but never succeeding) to remove the blemishes.
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I remember the back of the original Galaxy Tab 10.1 which felt cheap, bendable plastic, able to feel internal parts.
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That's interesting, I didn't have any issues with build quality in the original tab (or this one). I just really wish the back had the same feel as the Note 3. It feels much more "premium", and is much easier to hold on to due to the better grip.
With the Note 3 I again have no problems with its back, but I do hate the cheap plastic edges.
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I agree with you there, they look cheep, and probably won't wear well. Though they are essentially the same as this tablet. But at least a tablet generally gets less abuse than a phone.
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Hell yes, I'm disappointed. It looks great and sure doesn't feel like leather.
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Yeah, I was pretty disappointed by this as well. Wish it was a little soft or something. It's just plastic. MORE plastic!
It feels and looks fine to me.
i really don't use or stare at the back. since i don't have a case yet, the texture does help with grip.
i'm more of a practical person.i don't use the back of the tablet so what it looks like is irrelevant. my speaker grill rattles when i tap it, don't tap it. slight bleed visible in total darkness and screen in full brightness - i barely go over 25% under normal lighting.
I agree with the above poster that it doesn't quite matter what the back of the device feels like.
The tablet will be put in some sort of case. You'll never really take it out unless you need to clean it, or switch cases.
From a practical perspective, using a non aluminum backing reduces the weight of the tablet, so that a larger battery can be inserted to power the higher resolution screen/better hardware upgrades.
Forget about the "look" of the tablet. You really can't many tablets apart without a thorough inspection if it's covered up by a tablet case.
You'd be right to focus on the "feel" of the tablet, i.e weight. Currently the only other tablet that beats this one in terms of being lighter is the Ipad Air. But if you chose that as an alternative for 100 grams of weight difference an a marginally noticeable smoother scrolling experience, you'd miss out on two of the biggest selling points that this tablet offers, notably, multitasking and s-pen supported apps and hardware.
The latter two points, along with the fact that you're still being offered an android experience, is the reason that most people choose this tablet.
If I absolutely had to consider whether I'd feel disappointed in the feel of the back, sure, I will conceded that Samsung certainly could have done a better job at making it "feel" more premium.
But the fact is that most - or to choose my words a bit more carefully - many, android users simply won't ever turn our minds to whether the tablet "feels" great.
We'd rather like to focus on whether the tablet works well or not. The answer to that question is simply, yes it works amazing.
Leave considerations such as the "feel" of the tablet to 13 year olds, and admittedly, to silly people like my gf, who just want their phones/electronics to look amazing, without any regard for the limits to its functionality.
If you are indeed one of those people that place the form factor of you're electronics at the forefront of your decision making process, then no disrespect intended, but IOS is admittedly better suited for your needs.
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Yeah,that aluminum backed iPad sure looks attractive when it gets scratched & dented. One thing good about better grades of plastic are that they can scratch but dents don't happen like in aluminum.
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i'm more of a practical person.i don't use the back of the tablet so what it looks like is irrelevant.
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This has nothing to do with how it looks. It looks just like the Note 3, I have no problem with that.
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I agree with the above poster that it doesn't quite matter what the back of the device feels like.
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Leave considerations such as the "feel" of the tablet to 13 year olds, and admittedly, to silly people like my gf, who just want their phones/electronics to look amazing, without any regard for the limits to its functionality.
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My issue IS one of functionality. The back of the (black) Note 3 is very grippy. The note 10.1 would be much easier to hold one-handed for extended periods if the back had the same grippy feel of the Note 3. Personally, I found the back of my old Galaxy Tab (original) to have a grippier, easier to hold feel to it than the Note 10.1. The Note 10.1 would have been better with the same back as the Note 3.
Do you buy it to use or to stare at the back?
I also find aluminum to be overrated. It feels either too cold or too hot, dents, scratchses, etc. I find plastic to be much more comfortable.
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I can't believe people don't use some sort of a case with the tablet. I've never not had it in a case so how the back feels is really irrelevant. That said I think I preferred the back on the original.
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This has nothing to do with how it looks. It looks just like the Note 3, I have no problem with that.
My issue IS one of functionality. The back of the (black) Note 3 is very grippy. The note 10.1 would be much easier to hold one-handed for extended periods if the back had the same grippy feel of the Note 3. Personally, I found the back of my old Galaxy Tab (original) to have a grippier, easier to hold feel to it than the Note 10.1. The Note 10.1 would have been better with the same back as the Note 3.
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You're not going to be using a case with the tablet?
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Do you buy it to use or to stare at the back?
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You're not going to be using a case with the tablet?
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I had a case with my original Galaxy Tab, but took it off... I prefer the thinness of the bare tablet, the extra bulk made it more difficult to handle. Perhaps my usage is different from most, I generally onlly use a tablet in bed or on the couch, so holding it with one hand while laying in odd positions can be difficult if you can't get a firm grip on it. It's worsened by the fact that this tablet has a slimmer bezel than the original tab. That looks nicer, but does give you less area to hold on to. With that said, I have ordered the Samsung Book Case for it. It is supposedly very slim, and hopefully tight enough to be able to securely hold the tablet with one hand.
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(why is there no omnia 7 forum?)
I've just been told by t-mobile that the Omnia 7 has QC issues and their deliveries yesterday were returned to their suppliers, anyone know what these might be?
I just picked one up today from Orange!.. I wonder if mine is affected
I heard from vodafone store that their delivery of LG Optimus (Win7) came in and had to be recalled immediately without sale due to a bluetooth issue.
The build quality of the Omnia is one of the things that worries me after reports like this and the issues with the Galaxy series.
Evilanglic, since you now have your hands on one, what are your impressions of the device? Does it seem solid?
Much more solid than I was expecting. I thought it would feel like a light plastic shell like the Samsung Galaxy S.
It really is very nice, no creaks, just a solid slab of deep black technology! Good times.
The back is actually wrapped in metal to the edge of the screen on the sides, it is only the top and bottom of the device which are solid plastic sort-of-cap/ends of the device.
You definitely can't call it a unibody (or can you?..) but as I say... sort of mostly 'wrapped' in a sheet of metal.
It was a close call between the (SAMOLED) Omnia and the (very nice crisp LCD) HTC Mozart, the latter fits the hand better of course due to size, but in the end the slick all black face of the Omnia, adorned with its high contrast SAMOLED screen, just made it worth it despite the low actual PPI!
It would have been nice if the rockers and camera buttons where more metallic or... metal, but instead they are old school black plastic. They work well nonetheless.
The home button is also not the most premium of push switches (compared to iPhone of course) but it is nice to have a soild key!
I would urge you to get both of these devices side by side in the store if you can, but be careful because it took me at least 20 minutes to tell the man which one I wanted to take out lol...
Here are a few pics of the construction as links:
I'm jealous. I have about 2 weeks before WP7 comes out in the US. That and you guys got the better selection of phones (minus Micro SD expansion). I am definitely getting the Focus though. Best choice out of the options available in my opinion.
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I'm jealous. I have about 2 weeks before WP7 comes out in the US. That and you guys got the better selection of phones (minus Micro SD expansion). I am definitely getting the Focus though. Best choice out of the options available in my opinion.
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It's very un-Microsoft!
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The build quality of the Omnia is one of the things that worries me after reports like this and the issues with the Galaxy series.
Evilanglic, since you now have your hands on one, what are your impressions of the device? Does it seem solid?
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Yeah. I wont touch a single Samsung phone after the trouble the Vibrant gave my stepmom. It's not fun trying to give tech support to someone 1500 miles away, over the phone with the issues, to a lady with no clue about technology.
EDIT: It reminded me of the time I had to help someone with Windows ME. They didn't know where the "desktop" was! As you can imagine, that was a loooooong phone call.
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Yeah. I wont touch a single Samsung phone after the trouble the Vibrant gave my stepmom. It's not fun trying to give tech support to someone 1500 miles away, over the phone with the issues, to a lady with no clue about technology.
EDIT: It reminded me of the time I had to help someone with Windows ME. They didn't know where the "desktop" was! As you can imagine, that was a loooooong phone call.
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I've owned a few samsungs in the past (years ago lol), and they didn't give me any trouble. I suppose it was before the major smartphone race of the the last few years though haha.
I only went for the Omnia after holding it myself, there was no way I was going to order a Samsung phone without getting into a store and exploring it - but it was more solid than expected.
Hopefully if there are any support problems in the future, I will just take it to the high street store I got it from and play super dumb and demand a replacement or different phone lol... no harm done.
It seems like a negative thing to say but keep in mind that the phone really is good right now, no problems at all, everything works perfectly so far.
Note for those not in the know: the location based issues of Android Samsungs are not present here! On maps it focuses down with GSM triangulation and GPS pinpoint kicks in a couple of seconds later, super speedy!
Well that's a relief. I suppose the biggest factor that makes it feel so much better is that it's got some metal, right?
Mine's just arrived.
First impressions are very good. It feels very sturdy with no creaks and the metal casing is nice. It feels much more solid than my HTC Blackstone, although I am worried about such a large screen getting damaged!
It's going to have to stay off whilst the sim card registers. Annoying wait ahead!
How come you got this over the mozart?
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How come you got this over the mozart?
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I was reading conflicting reviews on the Mozart's camera and since I mainly use my mobile for web browsing the extra screen acres sold it for me.
The screen quality is awsome by the way. The device also looks way better in the flesh. It seems it may also have Cornings gorilla glass which would be a welcome addition!
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I was reading conflicting reviews on the Mozart's camera and since I mainly use my mobile for web browsing the extra screen acres sold it for me.
The screen quality is awsome by the way. The device also looks way better in the flesh. It seems it may also have Cornings gorilla glass which would be a welcome addition!
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For web browsing I might have thought it possibly more comfortable to use the Mozart's SLCD with RGB pixels (higher subpixel count) if you have good eyes that is lol.
I just cant get over how amazing the 4" SAMOLED looks though...
Because of the all black screen surround, and the nature of the WP7 text laid out to the edge of the screen, it sort of looks like your phone is just one massive display, which a lot of it is... lol
The blacks of the SAMOLED just merge with the black surround! So cool.
Where does the screen end?! lol
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I am a happy omnia 7 owner. Just like what the other said, solid construction, beautiful screen.
But the build in app is sub-par (vs lg optimus) and I hope I don't regret choosing a device with 8GB of storage.
Cheers
A user over on MoDaCo forums is reporting that their T-Mobile account manager has told them that the Omnia 7 has been temporarily pulled due to software issues.
I've been waiting on one of these for some time as well, and was told today that their most recent update for handset stocks (issued internally today) did not include a new batch of Omnia 7s. The CSR I spoke to wouldn't be drawn on any specific problems with the handset, except to say that "there have been a few issues" with the ones we've received, and that I would be receiving a call in due course to let me know when mine would be delivered.
Does anyone else know anything about this?
gcaw - apparently they have dispatched Omnia 7's now on T-mobile, so I'd get on the phone ASAP.
risq - many thanks for letting me know about that. As it happens, fifteen hours after I'd made my previous post, I received a call from T-Mobile to let me know that they had stock and confirming delivery later today, but I'm grateful that you informed me of that - and hopefully others will have taken note of that information and successfully placed orders themselves.
I was also pleased to hear from the CSR (the same one I spoke to yesterday) that T-Mobile is extending the same deal to new Omnia 7 owners as it offers to Android buyers, giving 3GB of monthly data usage at no additional cost, rather than the standard 1GB offered under the fair usage policy for other handsets.
Compared with the rather pitiful 500MB offered on O2's contracts, that's a pretty awesome deal.
QC seems top notch!
Posted this on another forum. I'm happy about the build:
Well it had to happen sooner or later, in under a week I've dropped the Omnia 7 while lazily trying to hit snooze just moments ago (typing this message with my phone now lol). Dropped from about table height, and while it was dark, sounded like it landed on a corner first... Picked it up in the dark and dropped it again, this time hitting face flat on the ground.. My floors got a wood finish on top of a normal concrete slab so its pretty solid. Shocked and not feeling so lazy anymore, turned lights on, inspected phone, and absolutely no scratches to be seen...i think this is due to the matte looking polycarbonate plastic they use, plus the color looking like its been amalgamated with the actual plastic, I say this because I remember on my htc touch HD the bezel would scratch/chip so easily because all it was was some cheap paint over plastic/metal? As for glass, i read it's gorilla glass, whether or not it is, I'm glad it isn't scratched... My screen protector can't come soon enough,
Either way, I'm glad to know the Omnia7 is a solid beast . Though in truth, after dropping it, my excitement and feelings of it being a new toy has slightly washed off... My feeling now is 'it might be damaged somewhere'
So there are some people that talked about this in other forums but it is related to a 7" tablet and not the 10" tablets.
I am used to carrying my phone (DInc) with me everywhere and I keep it in my pocket and don't have to think about it unless I need it. Occasionally I bring my laptop places but I have a large laptop case which is a pain to lug around.
I bought this so that I have all the greatness of my phone on a larger screen but now I have the problem of how to I carry this thing around. It is obviously too big for my pockets but if I'm going to have a big bag I might as well carry my laptop.
Has anyone found a good way to carry this around so that your hands are free but it doesn't look like you are carrying around a purse?
Backpack, messenger bag, briefcase, sports tote, duct tape....
Is this a serious question or am I being trolled?
I went into bestbuy yesterday with the intention of buying a 10.1, right. I played with it for a while and while it was miles lighter than the Xoom, I sort of wished it was as portable as the Playbook, which I played with as well. In the end, I walked out not buying because of the reason you bring up. If I'm going to be leaving this at home since it's not as convenient to lug around then I have a $500 email-and-web-browsing-on-the-toilet toy really.
I remember when I had the 7" Tab, it was a joy to carry around cause it fit my pockets quite well. To me I think the 7" is the sweet spot really. I saw the Flyer but it is ridiculously priced at $500, so not interested.
Dilemma..
This is a serious question. This probably should be under the forum for accessories and not general but here it is.
I know a lot of people with nooks and kindles, but those people are also women that carry around a purse. I know there are some jackets with big pockets however it is summer now and I am not going to wear a jacket when it is 90+degrees out. A backpack or messenger bag just seem too big an bulky to carry everywhere and I bought this because of it being thin and light. If I was going to strap a heavy contraption to cover/carry it, then I would have gotten a xoom.
I love using this at home, in bed, on the couch and on the toilet but I feel awkward leaving the house with it. I will also check out what people have been using for their iPads but I would like to know if anyone out there have found a good solution for carrying this around on a daily basis while not looking like a tool/girly man/hippster.
I carry mine with my hands~!
HEY OH!!!!!!!!!
I probably will not be out and about with mine too much. I got it to go along with my laptop. I love my laptop, but it tends to get warm after extended use, is somewhat heavy trying to go from room to room throughout the house, continuous fan noise, and ok battery life.
This device allows me to roam freely throughout the house, has great battery life, and zero fan noise.
If I happened to go out in public with it, I'd carry it in a slim case. I'd most likely have to do the same if I had 7" tab as well. Since my Android phone can pretty much do everything a Tab can do, I pretty much rely on it while out and about. I grab my tab when I return home for browsing the web & doing other tasks with a much larger screen display.
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I will also check out what people have been using for their iPads but I would like to know if anyone out there have found a good solution for carrying this around on a daily basis while not looking like a tool/girly man/hippster.
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Since I got my iPad on launch day, I've been carrying it around in a small leather messenger bag I got from the UK. I don't take it with me everywhere I go, mainly just work, so it works out. The bag is designed to snuggly fit a 15" laptop, so it isn't very big. Perfect for what I use it for; iPad, cables/accessories, camera, phone, etc. May not be the best solution if you are looking to carry this with you 24/7 though
Edit: Here is the bag I am talking about on eBay
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I think a sleeve would work best. Although, it feels awkward carrying it around
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Since I got my iPad on launch day, I've been carrying it around in a small leather messenger bag I got from the UK. I don't take it with me everywhere I go, mainly just work, so it works out. The bag is designed to snuggly fit a 15" laptop, so it isn't very big. Perfect for what I use it for; iPad, cables/accessories, camera, phone, etc. May not be the best solution if you are looking to carry this with you 24/7 though
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That's a really nice bag!
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I might have to get one of those.... Really nice.. Now we all sound like a bunch of chicks at a purse shop. I want that bag. Right now I'm just carrying in my leather zipper portfolio. I haven't received either of the 2 cases I bought for it yet.
current backpack: http://www.amazon.com/OGIO-Politan-...rel&qlEnable=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1308860365&sr=1-47
i actually got this with a recent purchase of the special edition of Infamous 2 for the PS3 and it works ideal to hold the keyboard, tablet and w/e else I want to bring to work separate compartments and all
its a single arm sling messenger backpack
There is no way you can carry a 10 inch tablet without a bag and both hands free. It just won't fit into pockets. I don't mind carring a small (12 ' x 7 ') messenger bag, but that's me.
Maybe wait for the 8.9 which supposedly will fit in a suit or blazer pocket, but if you're a jeans and T guy, then 7 is all that will work.
After doing a little searching on iPad bags I came across this one http://www.amazon.com/STM-Jacket-Laptop-Screens-Black/dp/B003FMU320/ref=lh_ni_t
It doesn't cost that much, says it only weighs 3.2Oz(which I will believe when I see), a slight bit larger than the tablet itself and has a side compartment that will hold the charge cable and my phone.
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Since I got my iPad on launch day, I've been carrying it around in a small leather messenger bag I got from the UK. I don't take it with me everywhere I go, mainly just work, so it works out. The bag is designed to snuggly fit a 15" laptop, so it isn't very big. Perfect for what I use it for; iPad, cables/accessories, camera, phone, etc. May not be the best solution if you are looking to carry this with you 24/7 though
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OMG, that is one sexy man-purse.
I think this is a perfectly reasonable question.
I think you're going to have to compromise a bit on this one. I don't think there is anything you will be able to do to give the 10.1" tab even the portability of the original 7" let alone a smartphone like the Dinc. I was able to stick it into my front pocket on my hoodie today, but though it fit perfectly fine (at least from the tablet's point of view, it was a bit awkward walking about with something that big in there.
For me, it's not a big issue because I can just leave it tucked into the pocket on the rear of the passengers seat in my truck if I'm out and going to somewhere where I won't need it, or otherwise leave it at home. But I realize that's not always an option for some people.
One book-style case I've seen includes storage for cash and credit cards on the side opposite of the screen, which might be useful if you wanted to take the tablet with you everywhere you go. But for me, most situations where I wouldn't want to have to hold my tablet are situations where my phone is more than sufficient, so no biggie for me.
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After doing a little searching on iPad bags I came across this one http://www.amazon.com/STM-Jacket-Laptop-Screens-Black/dp/B003FMU320/ref=lh_ni_t
It doesn't cost that much, says it only weighs 3.2Oz(which I will believe when I see), a slight bit larger than the tablet itself and has a side compartment that will hold the charge cable and my phone.
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That is so small though that it will look like a purse.
I'm hoping it won't look like a purse. If it does, then I might try out one of the following but they too all might look like purses.
http://www.amazon.com/Caselogic-VNA...f=sr_1_14?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1308943820&sr=1-14
http://www.amazon.com/Kensington-K62571US-Sling-Bag-iPad/dp/B003GSL6UQ/ref=pd_sxp_grid_pt_1_1
http://www.amazon.com/Targus-Unoffi...S14101US/dp/B003H296Z8/ref=pd_sxp_grid_pt_0_0
I have my eye on a really cute red patent leather Prada bag. Say what you will, but I'm comfortable in my sexuality.....
Okay, maybe not that comfortable. I'm thinking of a compact messenger style bag... something along these lines.
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Maybe wait for the 8.9 which supposedly will fit in a suit or blazer pocket, but if you're a jeans and T guy, then 7 is all that will work.
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I doubt the 8.9 would fit in most suit jacket pockets - my GT7 does fit, but it doesn't leave a whole lot of space.
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I carry mine with my hands~!
HEY OH!!!!!!!!!
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HAAAAHAHAH!! Lmao man.
HTC T-Bolt. Awesome phone, pathetic battery.
So I've owned the tablet for over a week now. I like it. However the plastic backing around the microSD slot has slowly become loose and now holding the device feels like cheap plastic. I don't access the port at all, save the one time i put the sd card in.
Anyone else noticing this build issue?
I'd exchange it if it really bothers you. Mine is snug.
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Mine has it too. It was there when I got it. I bought a book case and now I just ignore the creaking. No big deal.
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Mine has it too. It was there when I got it. I bought a book case and now I just ignore the creaking. No big deal.
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You're probably right. When I bought it, bestbuy had no covers. Now I guess more are getting released. did you get the official one or another? I do like the feature of the samsung one that will wakup the device when opening.
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You're probably right. When I bought it, bestbuy had no covers. Now I guess more are getting released. did you get the official one or another? I do like the feature of the samsung one that will wakup the device when opening.
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I got the official one. While it may not be worth $50 I like it well enough and it protects from the "everyday". I've never dropped a tablet so I'm not worried about drops.
thank you
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So I've owned the tablet for over a week now. I like it. However the plastic backing around the microSD slot has slowly become loose and now holding the device feels like cheap plastic. I don't access the port at all, save the one time i put the sd card in.
Anyone else noticing this build issue?
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yes the same is
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When I bought it, bestbuy had no covers. Now I guess more are getting released.
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Most of my local Best Buys had the Samsung cover (white), and a black Belkin one on release date. You can check on their website what is in stock at your local stores. I'm sure more are on the way, too.
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Most of my local Best Buys had the Samsung cover (white), and a black Belkin one on release date. You can check on their website what is in stock at your local stores. I'm sure more are on the way, too.
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The Samsung cover, does it stay closed on the screen just by weight, or do the magnets actually keep it closed?
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I have same problem same area since day 1. Went to exchange, all sold oit! Other 2 problems are lightbleed and loose micro usb port.
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Well. It is quite plasticy
I have mine over a week now, and haven't felt it loose. You should trade it mate. I like the bezel of the tab but the plastic is really annoying. There are quite a few cases out there though...
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So I've owned the tablet for over a week now. I like it. However the plastic backing around the microSD slot has slowly become loose and now holding the device feels like cheap plastic. I don't access the port at all, save the one time i put the sd card in.
Anyone else noticing this build issue?
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I got mine a few days ago and I must say I quite like it! The only build issue I have is a somewhat remarkable amount of light bleed along the bottom but it doesn't bother me enough to post a pic of it. Best buy only had one case that didn't look very good so I'm still sporting the protective back covering till more cases are in stock. I have high hopes for this!
I am on my 3rd Note trade in. It finally is not loose next to the sdcard. I told them I expect near Perfection if I Pay 400 for an 8 inch tablet!
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I am on my 3rd Note trade in. It finally is not loose next to the sdcard. I told them I expect near Perfection if I Pay 400 for an 8 inch tablet!
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It really should be of better build quality for $400. Or it should be at least $100 cheaper. I have the 10.1 and it feels OK, not terribly cheap but not of high quality. I will be putting it up on eBay and going to the 8.0 regardless, due to it being a more pragmatic size for my day to day use. I’m just waiting on the black version.
I had this problem as well. I replaced it at best buy and haven't had a problem with the new one.
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you know it dont matter for they all are the same. The back just pops off very easy. Build quality was just to cheap and to thick for me.
Zeblade said:
you know it dont matter for they all are the same. The back just pops off very easy. Build quality was just to cheap and to thick for me.
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Sure the build quality could be better but I haven't had a single issue with mine since I bought it on release day. From the reports here it seems like maybe some of them are not as solid as others.
Zeblade said:
you know it dont matter for they all are the same. The back just pops off very easy. Build quality was just to cheap and to thick for me.
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Obviously they are not "all the same" since some owners are reporting here that there are no issues with theirs. I think most people are going to use some type of case with this, so IMO it's not too much of an issue. Of course I would like to see better build quality, but I don't think it's that bad. I agree that the plastic back is too shiny/greasy/slippery/nasty, but then again most people are going to put it in a case.
You can get a good sense of the build quality by checking out the display units at Best Buy (if you live in the U.S.). These things are handled by tons of people and kids each day who treat them with little respect because they don't have any personal investment in them. You can always tell which products on display have subpar build quality.
And Really? It was too thick for you? How much thinner do you want it? There won't be any room for the battery if it's thinner, or for the S-Pen silo/dock. I'd rather have a bit longer battery life and a secure place to store my S-pen rather than a thinner tablet. The weight, thickness, and balance in the hand are the best I have experienced in this general size.
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Oooooooo magnets Are bad man. Not so much for regular phones but for phones with stylus and digitizer it will over time cause dead area s on your screen. Don't believe me ?
Head over to the note 2 forums and check out all the problems with cases involving magnet clasps. If got so bad the companies offered to replace your magnet sealing case with one with a simple button in stead. I had one and as soon as I put it on I started having problems with the area around that magnet.
Just stay away from magnetic cases period. Just trust me. Or mess up big time. Once that part of the screen gets borked its borked
That pic is the replacement one with the button they sent me. Also watch out for those magnetic kickstand cases. Big no no too those utilize neodymium!
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Obviously they are not "all the same" since some owners are reporting here that there are no issues with theirs. I think most people are going to use some type of case with this, so IMO it's not too much of an issue. Of course I would like to see better build quality, but I don't think it's that bad. I agree that the plastic back is too shiny/greasy/slippery/nasty, but then again most people are going to put it in a case.
You can get a good sense of the build quality by checking out the display units at Best Buy (if you live in the U.S.). These things are handled by tons of people and kids each day who treat them with little respect because they don't have any personal investment in them. You can always tell which products on display have subpar build quality.
And Really? It was too thick for you? How much thinner do you want it? There won't be any room for the battery if it's thinner, or for the S-Pen silo/dock. I'd rather have a bit longer battery life and a secure place to store my S-pen rather than a thinner tablet. The weight, thickness, and balance in the hand are the best I have experienced in this general size.
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Amen thin ness had gone to far. I don't want any thiner devices. Just keep them how they are and make better thinner batteries cpus whatever. Battery tech needs a big overhaul that's our biggest weakness
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Hi, this is a Note 2 user, and I have been using it for past 9 months, now I am interested in S4, the reason is 'SIZE' and size only. BUT I have been told that it has some serious build quality (screen breaking!) issues! And I have read that topic in General section too, which is very disappointing to say the least. I often use my phone in jeans pocket, that's why I am even more worried. Really, it can break that easy? I mean you put it in your pocket, drive for some time, and then when you take it out the screen is broke? What the !!!
I live in India, and I would also like to know that if the screen does break does it come under warranty in that case? Cause I won't be spending 120 bucks (or whatever the price is of a new display) every time it breaks.
If there is any other problem other than the above issue do also let me know.
I know this is a S4 section and asking something about S4 here will mostly give me positive reviews, but kindly, for one second don't be biased :laugh: and help this dude out
Thanks in advance.
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Hi, this is a Note 2 user, and I have been using it for past 9 months, now I am interested in S4, the reason is 'SIZE' and size only. BUT I have been told that it has some serious build quality (screen breaking!) issues! And I have read that topic in General section too, which is very disappointing to say the least. I often use my phone in jeans pocket, that's why I am even more worried. Really, it can break that easy? I mean you put it in your pocket, drive for some time, and then when you take it out the screen is broke? What the !!!
I live in India, and I would also like to know that if the screen does break does it come under warranty in that case? Cause I won't be spending 120 bucks (or whatever the price is of a new display) every time it breaks.
If there is any other problem other than the above issue do also let me know.
I know this is a S4 section and asking something about S4 here will mostly give me positive reviews, but kindly, for one second don't be biased :laugh: and help this dude out
Thanks in advance.
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Hi
About phone build quality, i got nothing bad to say, i also wear my phone in jeans almost all the time and i don't even have one scratch on it, so don't worry about that.
About those lag problems, i really didn't encounter neither one tiny lag, i have 32gb octa core version, so you don't have to worry about screen or anything else
I hope i helped
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jujuburi said:
Hi, this is a Note 2 user, and I have been using it for past 9 months, now I am interested in S4, the reason is 'SIZE' and size only. BUT I have been told that it has some serious build quality (screen breaking!) issues! And I have read that topic in General section too, which is very disappointing to say the least. I often use my phone in jeans pocket, that's why I am even more worried. Really, it can break that easy? I mean you put it in your pocket, drive for some time, and then when you take it out the screen is broke? What the !!!
I live in India, and I would also like to know that if the screen does break does it come under warranty in that case? Cause I won't be spending 120 bucks (or whatever the price is of a new display) every time it breaks.
If there is any other problem other than the above issue do also let me know.
I know this is a S4 section and asking something about S4 here will mostly give me positive reviews, but kindly, for one second don't be biased :laugh: and help this dude out
Thanks in advance.
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my friend has also got a note 2, and i can say that the s4 is a lot better then the note 2.
putting it in your jeans no prob.
if you turn of some Samsung stuff, no lag
and you can always install cm so you have zero lag.
I have dropped mine with a spigen case on about 5times once on concrete and im 6ft 5 so quite a drop and no problems. As for in jeans I always keep it in my front pocket amd never had a problem I lie on the couch forget my s4 is in my pocket and roll around on it. Build quality is fine.
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I have been using my s4 for a while now and haven't experience any problem concerning screen issues, It dropped a few times and the screen survived... but if you are so worried about the build issue there's always the option of extra protection such as a shock proof case. There is many out there, up for grabs. And trust me you will find the case saving your phones a lot of times from what could have been a total wreckage.
So get yourself a somewhat shock proof case and a screen protect (even though its not really needed, the extra protection is always good) and you will be good to go. You will phone will remain in tact for a prolong period.
Personally, I find that the build quality for the S4 is pretty okay (in the almost 2 wks that I've owned this phone). The SAMOLED cracking problem also worried me but what I surmise is that the problem is caused by 1 of 3 things: improper cases (or lack thereof) for the phone size, wearing restrictive clothing or extreme temperature fluctuation (from ice cold to hot). With enough applied pressure, I can see the phone twisting thereby allowing the SAMOLED to give and crack without breaking the gorilla glass. In order to counter that, I opted to get a rugged, more sturdy case (Otterbox Defender) than my usual TPU ones. It does provide a bit of comfort because this thing has a hard shell on the inside and I don't feel like the phone will try to conform to the shape of my leg when in my jeans pocket. As for the extreme temperatures, it never actually got very cold this winter, so I'm not to worried about coming into the house from out in the cold.
while i read that some people have even managed to break the screen by only holding it in their hands using it, my phone is still ok. i'm also having it in my jeans pocket. those who broke their phones almost never say which pocket they had the phone in. many people put it in the back pocket... i wouldn't do that with any phone.
except a few bugs in cm i dont have anything negative to say about the phone.
As a former Note 2 owner i like this phone better because of the better camera, crisp screen quality and descent batterylife (off course not better than the GN2). Also size wise it is better to handle than the Note2. I think overall the S4 it is a big improvement over the Note2. Just my 2 cents
I'm also in the same predicament. Currently using a Note 2 but it's size..is both a boon and a bane. Considering the s4 now hoping that 5" screen size would hit the sweet spot. Was using a s3 previously.
Thanks for the replies. However I didn't want to hear about lag and CM thingy. So I take it that there is NO major issues with the build quality. Good. I am going for it then.
One more thing, on Note 2, with S Pen it acted as a mouse on some webpages, like when you hover the S Pen on a sub-link it would show the additional options under that link, now I know that S4 has some air gestures with fingers, but is that feature enabled in web browser?
jujuburi said:
Thanks for the replies. However I didn't want to hear about lag and CM thingy. So I take it that there is NO major issues with the build quality. Good. I am going for it then.
One more thing, on Note 2, with S Pen it acted as a mouse on some webpages, like when you hover the S Pen on a sub-link it would show the additional options under that link, now I know that S4 has some air gestures with fingers, but is that feature enabled in web browser?
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Yes but it only enlarges and gives you a preview of the page if you hover over it with your finger afaik.
jujuburi said:
Thanks for the replies. However I didn't want to hear about lag and CM thingy. So I take it that there is NO major issues with the build quality. Good. I am going for it then.
One more thing, on Note 2, with S Pen it acted as a mouse on some webpages, like when you hover the S Pen on a sub-link it would show the additional options under that link, now I know that S4 has some air gestures with fingers, but is that feature enabled in web browser?
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So far the Air View is enabled in the stock browser but only allows you to magnify the content when you hover your fingers over a particular content. As for the additional options, I don't think that feature is enabled as yet. Hopefully it is in the near feature.
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Yeah, okay, I'll have to give up that feature, as well as all the S Pen features, and a great battery backup and maybe some other things, anyway, will have to digest them. I just can't stand huge size anymore.
Thanks all for the replies. Coming in this section within a week.
P.S.: One last thing, I'll get the white one, I guess there is no difference/problem with it in comparison to Black one? Cause with Note 2 it was a different thing, the White model had correct LED colours, while the Grey had not! Anything like that?
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buy i9505 one..more custom roms and porting google play edition rom.
jujuburi said:
Yeah, okay, I'll have to give up that feature, as well as all the S Pen features, and a great battery backup and maybe some other things, anyway, will have to digest them. I just can't stand huge size anymore.
Thanks all for the replies. Coming in this section within a week.
P.S.: One last thing, I'll get the white one, I guess there is no difference/problem with it in comparison to Black one? Cause with Note 2 it was a different thing, the White model had correct LED colours, while the Grey had not! Anything like that?
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No, there's no difference with the colours.. There's only variants differences like I9500 and I9505... But you can get either black or white with either and have the same features with respect to their variant.
I currently run a Droid Maxx and it is the largest phone I can operate with one hand.
It fits OK in some front pockets and tight in others(for my wardrobe).
How do you deal with these huge phones? I am a dude and not carrying a purse.
I hike, bicycle, ride motorcycles, and drive a lot for work. I also have an infant which I carry a lot and the Nexus 6 may be a chore to one hand.
This phone is borderline "gotta have" material.
How do you folks keep these phones without damaging/dropping, or bending/breaking in a pocket, etc.?
Basically.. You'll have to put your phone > then your kid.
Seriously though.. You just have to be careful. If you're having issues now with a 5" phone then yeah.. 6" isn't for you.
I would not use my phone if I were carrying an infant, even if I could use it one-handed. It's just not necessary.
And for the pants, well, stop buyin pants that are too tight?
Or like the last guy said, get a smaller phone.
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Other than making a quick phone call, your device should only be used when you have two hands free. This is why drivers are causing dangerous situations and sitting still at green lights. Smart phones take not only your hands, but your concentration and focus. Use them only when you are able to leave your focus from other activities. Voice features are improving, but still cause you to refocus your attention. I typically use my GS3 4.7" phone two handed all the time.
Well... you just have to be careful. Limit your multitasking, don't try to operate the phablet when your both hands aren't free.
Also, I always buy pants with wide and deep pockets, lol
I currently have a Note 3, with average sized hands in my opinion. And I have no problem using my phone one handed while doing other things. If I want to type a lot, it is more comfortable to use both hands. Other than that, I don't mind using it one handed at all. If you support the bottom of the phone with your pinky, as I occasionally do, it can uncomfortable on that finger.
been using a launch day htc one max which is about the same size for a year and i love it. the screen real estate alone is worth the price of admission.
the phone is not so big you cant use it. once you pick it up and flick around with your finger, you will wonder how you made it this long with out a larger device.
everyone i know with the large iphone was nervous as you are--now they love it and can't go back to a smaller device.
bwheelies said:
I currently run a Droid Maxx and it is the largest phone I can operate with one hand.
It fits OK in some front pockets and tight in others(for my wardrobe).
How do you deal with these huge phones? I am a dude and not carrying a purse.
I hike, bicycle, ride motorcycles, and drive a lot for work. I also have an infant which I carry a lot and the Nexus 6 may be a chore to one hand.
This phone is borderline "gotta have" material.
How do you folks keep these phones without damaging/dropping, or bending/breaking in a pocket, etc.?
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You adapt. I love Phablets.
Had Note 1&2....
Then...6"4 Sony Ultra Gpe which I adore.
Also have Huawei Ascend Mate 2 (same size as N6.
No problems pocketing, or one handed operation actually.
I am waiting on Droid Turbo Dev edition but the Nexus 6 is also right there.
I miss the 64gb Nex 6 every time so far.
Ive had a note 3 for about a year and its a love hate relationship. When i have gym shorts on the phone is so heavy it literally is slowly pulling my pants down as i walk lol. So i usually have to put it in my backpack. With jeans i dont wear skinnys but theyre not baggy either and sitting with it in my pocket is uncomfortable i usually take it out of ny pocket and put it on the table. Although surfing the web and any multimedia on a phablet is just such a pleasure and i just cant go back to a normal sized phone. I even sold my tablet and never looked back.
Edit: i bought an armband for my note 3 for running/cycling but it is just rediculously big. Had to buy a garmin forerunner and an ipod
Razviar said:
Well... you just have to be careful. Limit your multitasking, don't try to operate the phablet when your both hands aren't free.
Also, I always buy pants with wide and deep pockets, lol
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So... JNCOs?
drpancake said:
Ive had a note 3 for about a year and its a love hate relationship. When i have gym shorts on the phone is so heavy it literally is slowly pulling my pants down as i walk lol. So i usually have to put it in my backpack. With jeans i dont wear skinnys but theyre not baggy either and sitting with it in my pocket is uncomfortable i usually take it out of ny pocket and put it on the table. Although surfing the web and any multimedia on a phablet is just such a pleasure and i just cant go back to a normal sized phone. I even sold my tablet and never looked back.
Edit: i bought an armband for my note 3 for running/cycling but it is just rediculously big. Had to buy a garmin forerunner and an ipod
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Don't your shorts have a drawstring?
-- Really though, I'm kind of in the same boat as most people with being worried about the size of the N6. I have a Moto X 2013 and love the form factor, but hate the battery life. My bootloader is unlocked, so I could just wait it out for Lollipop and see if the battery fares any better, but I'm not thinking it will be enough of an improvement.
I plan to visit a few non-VZW carrier stores this week (nearest T-MO store told me they'd have a display on Wednesday) to see one up close and see what happens.
Not everybody can handle 6 inches.
Seriously, this phone is just designed for inappropriate jokes.
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Not everybody can handle 6 inches.
Seriously, this phone is just designed for inappropriate jokes.
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True. I don't have a place to fit this gargantuan tool like a woman does: a purse!
Nexus 6 is easily manageable...Easy.
It is RARE that any first time note users returned them because of its size.
I think obviously the Nexus 6 is going to be too large for some people (perhaps myself included), but you just have to try it and give it a chance for a couple months to find out.
I remember worrying about the size of the Nexus One, compared to my Nokia N86 that preceded it, and then worrying about the size of the Nexus 4 compared to the Nexus One. Now those concerns seem silly and those former devices seem tiny. I can't believe the number of iPhone 5 users who still complain (having not tried it) that the iPhone 6 is too big for one handed use--basically all of the iHerd says this. Seriously, they think a 4.7" screen is too big, even though it's thinner and not as wide as the Nexus 4. I personally hate one handed use, but when I need to it's easy to do on the Nexus 4.
Of course there are limits to the constant progression in size. And each of my larger devices was also thinner than the last, which went a long way to mitigating the size, while this will not be true with the Nexus 6. But you probably won't know your own personal limit, until you exceed it. Just holding the phone in a store is not good enough, because it will seem huge at first.
I think if you want the Nexus 6, just get it. If it turns out to have been a mistake, then you'll know your limit and can do something different next time or sell it and get a Moto X (or whatever they're calling that Verizon thing, the Moto Craxx?).
I predict humans will soon evolve to grow progressively longer and longer opposing thumbs and permanently crooked over necks to accommodate their incessant need to stay glued to their devices as they grow larger. We might even see an eye develop in the palm so people will be able to text and drive without ever looking away from the road.
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I predict humans will soon evolve to grow progressively longer and longer opposing thumbs and permanently crooked over necks to accommodate their incessant need to stay glued to their devices as they grow larger. We might even see an eye develop in the palm so people will be able to text and drive without ever looking away from the road.
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I'd sooner bet on the human species becoming too stupid to live.
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I'd sooner bet on the human species becoming too stupid to live.
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