I have been using a mono Kindle for the last year and missed not having an internet connection to check items as I was reading, so when Samsung offered £30 cashback on a Tab2 7" I jumped at it. Purchased from John Lewis.
The first night of reading my ebook was fine however on the 2nd night I wished to connect to the internet to check something - Shock it could not connect to my wireless! I had to go threequarters of the way downstairs before it connected.
Both my wife's HP pad and my cheap old netbook connect quite happily in my bedroom.
I returned the Tab to John Lewis (bless them they refunded more less instantly) and purchased a Nexus 7 from Ebuyer.com at 11pm and it arrived, would you believe, the next morning!!!
Yes the Nexus did connect to wireless in my bedroom.
So be warned the Tab's wirelessreceiver is not very strong.
My Tab2 is being replaced but I did a side by side with my Nexus 7 and the 7 was faster than my Tab2. That said, the Tab2 blew away the wireless on my old Asus Prime. I don't recall the exact numbers but in my test the 7 was getting 35 mbps down and 21 mbps up and the Tab2 was getting 19 mbps up and 18 mbps down. My Tab2 died and had all sorts of issues so maybe the replacement will be better. I'll post screen shots when the new Tab2 arrives.
Just wanted to compare experiences here.
Before I switched to Note 3 I was mostly using my S2, and seldomly Note 1
(The reason I rarely used Note 1 was due its horrible battery life)
Do Note (no pun intended ) I'm comparing reception for AWS band (1700/2100)
So S2 was my main phone until I got the Note 3, the S2 can get great signals even at bad reception areas like toilet / stairwells / elevators inside a building without windows nearby.
However with Note3, I'm sitting right next to a Window and it keeps on losing reception.
Perhaps it has something to do with its power saving feature in the kernel (I'm not talking about the "Power Saving Feature" in Settings)
The reason I believe this might be the case, is simply due the fact that If I initiate a data session then it'll suddenly get signal again, and my SMS / missed calls will come through just fine, but if I let it idle, then it loses network connection and I'll miss reception.
I'm on the Stock ROM, only rooted, no other changes have been made.
Share your experience.
i think i have to agree with you.....my signal is weaker on the note 3 than it was on the note 1 (everything was changed on this one). i'm looking to change the modem as it is still the one that came with it and no updates to the firmware as yet on vodafone uk
I also jumped from s2 to note 3 and I agree, what I have seen also and share it here is that mj2 modem is better in Wifi less power consuming but mj1 is better in carrier signal but more power consuming so I rolled back to mj1.
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Significantly lower power combined with immature software. I'd alai be willing to bet the radios weren't the greateston the s2 right when it came out.
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Significantly lower power combined with immature software. I'd alai be willing to bet the radios weren't the greateston the s2 right when it came out.
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When the s2 came out. .. We're taking a few years ago now and things have moved on and would expect it to better now for sure. ...
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This is also the first snapdragon 800 device I believe. If you'd rather not wait for them to get the power correct, you can tune it yourself...
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Let's not forget about the snapdragon variant of the s3.
Idle power had an extra 0 appended to it and ended up with an idle power draw of 30ma instead of 3ma.
+1 agreed, S2 still had unbeatable radio/modem. On my S3 had installed custom Kernel to matched with S2.
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I am considering getting this tablet to replace my old Tab S. (either the s5e or the A 10.1 2019. Not sure yet).
I have read many conflicting reports on the WiFi drop out issue so I thought I would stop by here and surf a bit.
So, my question, is the WiFi drop out a real issue?
I have also read elsewhere that Samsung has created what it believes to be a "fix" but don't know if that is real or not.
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I have used the tab for about 3 weeks now. Stock rom and rooted with Magisk and have not noticed any drop outs in day to day use.
Does the issue only surface when you hold it a certain way?
Had it for about a month totally stock and no dropouts here. I've worked my way through three different cases looking for one I really liked and they don't seem to have made any difference. I have the old A10 and the s5e is better than that for wifi.
After owning one for two months, I've had zero issues with the wifi (and a few quick attempts at reproducing the problem also failed to cause any wifi dropout). I suspect that:
a) It was over-inflated and only affected a very small subset of users, or
b) It was a problem with a specific production batch, or
c) it was addressed by a software update (maybe antenna diversity didn't work properly without a software update, allowing the tablet to change antennas based on how you hold it)
So right now (October 2019), I'd say any potential buyer should consider this a non-issue.
My one complain however is Samsung went cheap by going single stream, when the SoC was capable of double stream (meaning a max link rate of 433 Mbps instead of 866 Mbps). That SoC was also capable of 160 MHz channel width, but Samsung went with only 80 MHz max. For a 550$ CAD tablet, single stream is pretty silly when my older, less expensive Nexus 9 was dual stream. Nothing above 300$-400$ should be single stream in 2019.
TayzGpa said:
I am considering getting this tablet to replace my old Tab S. (either the s5e or the A 10.1 2019. Not sure yet).
I have read many conflicting reports on the WiFi drop out issue so I thought I would stop by here and surf a bit.
So, my question, is the WiFi drop out a real issue?
I have also read elsewhere that Samsung has created what it believes to be a "fix" but don't know if that is real or not.
Comments?
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One day of heavy usage, no problems. Even with large downloads.
Yes. The wifi is real. No. It doesn't bother me much.
It only happens when hold it in specific way, which is not the usual way I hold a tablet.
So it doesn't happen unless I want to by covering the left corner using whole palm.
Never had that problem. I dont think the problem is real
No issues here.
All OK with the wifi here. Need to update that I do have the S5E, as well as the Tab Pro 12.2 listed below.
No problem here, I've hold it daily in many ways (portrait, landscape, in bed, on the couch) and in the last 3 months I had zero wifi problems or drop outs.
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All OK with the wifi here. Need to update that I do have the S5E, as well as the Tab Pro 12.2 listed below.
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Hopefully you are telling the 12.2 tab pro owners to get one before it is too late! Great move!
Thanks to everyone! Think I'm going to get the s5e.
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Thanks to everyone! Think I'm going to get the s5e.
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Hey, I will be honest. When I cover the bottom right side the speed does drop a bit but if no one had ever pointed this out (the wifi problem) I would not have known. It can replace the tab pro 12.2 because in settings --> display size choose "small" and it seems like you would be looking at your tab pro 12.2 inch screen. So, get one! Great choice! and very snappy and fast. Because you are close to your wifi 30 ft it will not make a hill of beans. Hopefully the other note pro/tab pro owners jump on board before it too late.
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Hey, I will be honest. When I cover the bottom right side the speed does drop a bit but if no one had ever pointed this out (the wifi problem) I would not have known. It can replace the tab pro 12.2 because in settings --> display size choose "small" and it seems like you would be looking at your tab pro 12.2 inch screen. So, get one! Great choice! and very snappy and fast. Because you are close to your wifi 30 ft it will not make a hill of beans. Hopefully the other note pro/tab pro owners jump on board before it too late.
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Went ahead and bought the s5e. It seems like a really nice device. As far as the wifi goes, I'm within 30 or 40 feet of my router. If I hold the tablet in the lower left corner (landscape) I can get it to drop a bar if I try really hard. I notice no wifi degradation at all. I rarely (if ever) hold it like that anyway so it won't be an issue for me (if it's an issue at all). Glad I bought it.
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Went ahead and bought the s5e. It seems like a really nice device. As far as the wifi goes, I'm within 30 or 40 feet of my router. If I hold the tablet in the lower left corner (landscape) I can get it to drop a bar if I try really hard. I notice no wifi degradation at all. I rarely (if ever) hold it like that anyway so it won't be an issue for me (if it's an issue at all). Glad I bought it.
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Good Choce! I just hope the tab/pro owners don't miss out. If you never use the pen, as I have not, this is by far the best choice. I don't know which I love more, the battey life, the fast charge or the OLED screen. The price is amazing $399.00 at Costco + 128GB SD ext card + tax of course. GOOD DEAL! Man I have not turned on my tab pro for about 2 weeks now. I need to get a case but am having too much fun with this tablet. Wow, what a surprise!
The bottom left (landscape) is vulnerable. Everybody I put my hand there, I notice significant signal drop
I’ve purchased Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e in May of 2019 as a replacement for my aging Sony Xperia Z4 tablet with a broken digitizer. I’ve just returned from 2 month-long trip throughout Europe and I must say that I’m extremely upset about my Samsung tablet due to constant Wi-Fi connection issues.
I’ve managed to get a screen replacement for my Xperia tablet before my vacation departure date and I’ve decided to bring both Sony and Samsung on a trip (my wife was using Sony tablet occasionally).
I’ve experienced numerous Wi-Fi connection issues with my Tab S5e and I’ve actually complained in a number of hotels about their crappy Wi-Fi, until I’ve realized the problem is with Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e only. On many occasions, my Tab S5e refused to connect to Wi-Fi, because the signal appeared to be too weak.
I’ve returned home few days ago and unfortunately, the return window for a Samsung tablet is closed and I’m stuck with a tablet that is unable to connect to Wi-Fi and is therefore completely useless in many cases.
My Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e is Wi-Fi only model (SM-T720) and current software appears to be most up to date at the moment (PPR1.180610.011.T720XXU1ASG3).
I would like to hear from other users about their experiences and possible solutions.
I’m attaching a photo of both Sony Xperia Z4 tablet and Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e side by side on Saint Marcel hotel room in Paris where my Tab S5e completely failed to connect to Wi-Fi. As you can see, SaintMarcel SSID is completely invisible to my Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e.
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I’ve purchased Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e in May of 2019 as a replacement for my aging Sony Xperia Z4 tablet with a broken digitizer. I’ve just returned from 2 month-long trip throughout Europe and I must say that I’m extremely upset about my Samsung tablet due to constant Wi-Fi connection issues.
I’ve managed to get a screen replacement for my Xperia tablet before my vacation departure date and I’ve decided to bring both Sony and Samsung on a trip (my wife was using Sony tablet occasionally).
I’ve experienced numerous Wi-Fi connection issues with my Tab S5e and I’ve actually complained in a number of hotels about their crappy Wi-Fi, until I’ve realized the problem is with Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e only. On many occasions, my Tab S5e refused to connect to Wi-Fi, because the signal appeared to be too weak.
I’ve returned home few days ago and unfortunately, the return window for a Samsung tablet is closed and I’m stuck with a tablet that is unable to connect to Wi-Fi and is therefore completely useless in many cases.
My Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e is Wi-Fi only model (SM-T720) and current software appears to be most up to date at the moment (PPR1.180610.011.T720XXU1ASG3).
I would like to hear from other users about their experiences and possible solutions.
I’m attaching a photo of both Sony Xperia Z4 tablet and Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e side by side on Saint Marcel hotel room in Paris where my Tab S5e completely failed to connect to Wi-Fi. As you can see, SaintMarcel SSID is completely invisible to my Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e.
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Man I wish I could help but I've had zero wifi issues with my new s5e. If I cover the lower left corner (landscape) with my hand sometimes it will drop a bar but never fails to connect and never slows down. Having said that, I will be spending a couple of days in a hotel in southern Texas next week and will be taking the s5e with me. I am anxious to see if I encounter any wifi issues. I'll let you know one way or the other when I return. I can tell you, my build number is different than yours (ASH1). Also, I just bought mine last week. Maybe something got fixed.
I've had it for about 2 months now and I never experienced any issues, both on 2.4ghz and 5ghz frequencies. I've never used it in a place with poor coverage though.
czguy said:
I’ve purchased Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e in May of 2019 as a replacement for my aging Sony Xperia Z4 tablet with a broken digitizer. I’ve just returned from 2 month-long trip throughout Europe and I must say that I’m extremely upset about my Samsung tablet due to constant Wi-Fi connection issues.
I’ve managed to get a screen replacement for my Xperia tablet before my vacation departure date and I’ve decided to bring both Sony and Samsung on a trip (my wife was using Sony tablet occasionally).
I’ve experienced numerous Wi-Fi connection issues with my Tab S5e and I’ve actually complained in a number of hotels about their crappy Wi-Fi, until I’ve realized the problem is with Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e only. On many occasions, my Tab S5e refused to connect to Wi-Fi, because the signal appeared to be too weak.
I’ve returned home few days ago and unfortunately, the return window for a Samsung tablet is closed and I’m stuck with a tablet that is unable to connect to Wi-Fi and is therefore completely useless in many cases.
My Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e is Wi-Fi only model (SM-T720) and current software appears to be most up to date at the moment (PPR1.180610.011.T720XXU1ASG3).
I would like to hear from other users about their experiences and possible solutions.
I’m attaching a photo of both Sony Xperia Z4 tablet and Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e side by side on Saint Marcel hotel room in Paris where my Tab S5e completely failed to connect to Wi-Fi. As you can see, SaintMarcel SSID is completely invisible to my Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e.
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Wifi analyzer by farproc in the play store does not work properly. I installed it on the tablet and would not connect to anything even when I was connected (or showed nothing when not connected). I think you should install wifi analyzer by VERN Software (open source) and give us a fresh screen shot. Anyway intersting, my signal does not change when I cover the whole tablet (even the right corner). Signal seems rock solid using the open source app.
Hi all,
I've got the S5e now for 1 day and I love it, except for one thing, the wifi speed is slower on the tablet then on all my other devices. While I get 90mbps on my phone/laptop, I just get 35/40mbps on the tablet.
Does anybody else has this problem?
I just called Samsung and they said that it is normal on 2.4ghz with new devices and that I should use 5ghz, what is really ridicoulous.
Kind regards
I don't have any sort of this problem on my SGT S5. Have you tried it on other AC routers
WiFi reception is poor it doesn’t like any walls or floors being in the way.
I have compared to Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (2015) and when the route is not close to the tablet with two walls in the middle, the speed is around half, on 2.4 GHz
Of course close to the Router I get the normal speed.
I have owned the Note 10 before but never did this test. I have an S10 plus (Exynos) and have noticed that vs other phones the signal strength is quite poor. This came to light really as have been without broadband for a while at my house and have been relying on my phone. My carrier has patchy coverage at my house and the S10 plus struggles to get a signal at all. I have a P30 pro and Pixel 4 XL and they show a signal strength of around -102 the S10 plus however is in the same location -116 and often worse.
It is something I have noticed when using the phone on my commute too where signal inside a train is often a challenge.
If anybody has the Note and S10 interested to see how they compare in this regard?
Thanks
Yes, the S10+ has horrible signal strength and also has a habit of squatting on the weaker signal. The dbm's even comparing to the OP6, the S10+ is considerably worse. My device constantly sits on either band 2 or 4, yet I have stronger bands 12 or 66 available on the same tower.
My S10+ sits around 102-94 dbms on either either 2 or 4, my OP6 will be around 92-84 dbms and connects to either 12 or 66 on the same tower.
Either Samsung has borked the coding or they used subpar hardware and charged a premium for it pulling a bait and switch.
Same issue here.
Coming from a Pixel 3a XL reception is noticeably worst.
My pixel has no issues in areas where my exynos S10+ struggles to the point of dropping calls, something that had not happened to me for a long time.
Yes definitely a cheaper radio has been installed in the latest s10 n10 phones I myself am on Verizon and have used a note 8 factory unlocked for 3 years, bought n10+ and couldn't get near DBM on the 8 so I immediately returned it and I tried everything before I sent it back. Note 8 had a very quality radio in it I hope the note 11 will be improved because that is the heart and soul of a phone.
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Yes definitely a cheaper radio has been installed in the latest s10 n10 phones I myself am on Verizon and have used a note 8 factory unlocked for 3 years, bought n10+ and couldn't get near DBM on the 8 so I immediately returned it and I tried everything before I sent it back. Note 8 had a very quality radio in it I hope the note 11 will be improved because that is the heart and soul of a phone.
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Exactly, if you have poor networking in the device you in essence have a glorified tablet with a small screen.
This was my first Samsung in years, will be my last...... Way too many other companies out there with better hardware that don't defraud for less money.
I currently have a note 9 and it does as well as the 8 same radio in both I believe. Being with Verizon on grandfather data plan I use it alot for hotspot at home due to weaker area, but Verizon only has a handful of devices that will work on there system and I'm not an apple fan so you either have pixel or apple or Motorola. The note 9 is a great performer and has 4000 mah battery. I may buy a second for when I wear this first one out.