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iOS 7, Samsung and Android

So what do you guys think of iOS 7 - especially in comparison with Samsung and android itself.
It features quite a few things that Samsung and Google had already incorporated:
Samsung (AirDrop/S Sharing features, toggles (before 4.2) etc. let me know if any more)
Google (Flat design, live wallpapers a functional Notification Centre, Self-clearing notifications, proper multitasking etc. let me know if any more)
The way I see it, it is Apple playing a huge catch-up card and I thing it will really benefit the industry - Google are really gonna have to make some good innovations to stop consumers from being wowed by a fresh look that we've been enjoying for a while.
Do you think Samsung will take design cues from Apple again in terms of OS (come on, there were a lot of similarities)? Or do you think they'll stick with what they have? I personally hope they move towards stock Android in design - Holo etc.
And more controversially! iOS 7 or Stock Android with TouchWiz??

And this is related to the GS3, how exactly?
iOS 7 looks better than its predecessors, but it's still crap and that will never change. They've taken the stinky old turd known as iOS 6, polished it a bit, gave it a makeover, but underneath it's still a stinky turd and they've defiled Android by using many Android features and acting like they invented them.

And this is related to the GS3, how exactly?
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it's not

Its annoying how one little thing looks slightly similar to apple and thy has a hissy fit but them they rip off Google completely and no one bats and eyelid..
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Theshawty said:
And this is related to the GS3, how exactly?
iOS 7 looks better than its predecessors, but it's still crap and that will never change. They've taken the stinky old turd known as iOS 6, polished it a bit, gave it a makeover, but underneath it's still a stinky turd and they've defiled Android by using many Android features and acting like they invented them.
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It's related in three ways:
1. iOS7 is used on its direct competitors and so it's important to consider comparisons of software available on both
2. It's going to be interesting to see how iOS 7 runs on the 4S (as they are v.similar products) compared to 4.2.2 (or later) on the GS3
3. Some of these features were made reasonably mainstream by GS3 - e.g. wifi direct
EDIT: at least that's how I see it...

There are forums for Android as a platform I'm sure it'd be more relevant for

WTVTom said:
It's related in three ways:
1. iOS7 is used on its direct competitors and so it's important to consider comparisons of software available on both
2. It's going to be interesting to see how iOS 7 runs on the 4S (as they are v.similar products) compared to 4.2.2 (or later) on the GS3
3. Some of these features were made reasonably mainstream by GS3 - e.g. wifi direct
EDIT: at least that's how I see it...
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We have a comparison thread here.
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I'm sorry. Acting Glebun isn't me. I'll stop.

Theshawty said:
We have a comparison thread here.
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I'm sorry. Acting Glebun isn't me. I'll stop.
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Glebun! Stop it!
Oh no, wait, it's you shawty.....
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it's not
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Ah, there he is!
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TBH I loved the new look of iOS7, but as for the feature, nahh!!
Can't wait for KLP

pm me if you have a problem with me, don't clutter up the thread

Glebun said:
pm me if you have a problem with me, don't clutter up the thread
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Oh the irony of that post!
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Theshawty said:
And this is related to the GS3, how exactly?
iOS 7 looks better than its predecessors, but it's still crap and that will never change. They've taken the stinky old turd known as iOS 6, polished it a bit, gave it a makeover, but underneath it's still a stinky turd and they've defiled Android by using many Android features and acting like they invented them.
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Since when is that anything new for Apple? :laugh:

Gonna let this over here...
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There are already discussions going on in the general/off-topic XDA forums, so you might want to head over there if interested in this topic as it doesn't belong here. :good:
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$300 for new 32GB White Nexus 6

http://m.ebay.com/itm/191693830154

Holy cheapness Batman! If I could afford another one, I'd get it as a backup. Best price yet.

Where was this earlier this year!!

mem4720 said:
http://m.ebay.com/itm/191693830154
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This is what this phone should have cost since day 1. Now is too late. New will be out.
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ambervals6 said:
This is what this phone should have cost since day 1. Now is too late. New will be out.
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No way it could have those specs for $300 when it came out. It was easily a $500 phone at the time. That means it would be well under $200 now, by your logic. Think.

Wow, best price for new N6 so far....

In which ways you guys think the Huawei nexus 6 will out perform the moto nexus 6????
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In which ways you guys think the Huawei nexus 6 will out perform the moto nexus 6????
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How about these ways:
Camera - that shouldn't be hard. Just have a camera that can actually focus would be great while taking videos
Smaller bezels - I hope, the Nexus 6 has huge bezels which make it really wide, more than it should be
CPU - Even if it is the Snapdragon 810, the gpu is 30% faster. I am sure the overheating issue will be improved upon by now. Could always declock the cpu if needed
Fingerprint reader - Might be really cool, but I can take or leave this
Screen - I was dissapointed in the screen coming from a Note 3 to a Nexus 6. I felt the Note 3 had a brighter, clearer, more vibrant screen. Even if the resolution was lower.
Flat Back - Man it drives me nuts that when I put the N6 on the Qi charger I have to set it soo perfectly.
Just my opinion though.

there was also a coupon code for an extra 45 bucks off. crazy how the price is dropping so much.

doesn't seem to have much information on what type of warranty this nexus 6 has. I'd make sure you find all the information on that first before you buy. Might be better to go with amazon or best buy for the 50 bucks extra to make sure you get a solid warranty with it. If someone finds the information regarding it on this ebay sale please post it.

biggiestuff said:
doesn't seem to have much information on what type of warranty this nexus 6 has. I'd make sure you find all the information on that first before you buy. Might be better to go with amazon or best buy for the 50 bucks extra to make sure you get a solid warranty with it. If someone finds the information regarding it on this ebay sale please post it.
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Ended up picking up one and seems like they do have a warranty
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Amazon has the 64gb for 339$ under their used section.. Says box is damaged. I bought one it will be arriving Wednesday.. Will let you know

Great prices before the release of the next

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Ended up picking up one and seems like they do have a warranty
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Nice! always good to know.

I'm back on the N6 from the G4, just picked one up today for a price too good to pass up, it was the n6 vs the new moto x pure, at 200 dollars less than the pure would have costed me, I'm happy =)

Deal is back! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorola-Ne...idnight-Blue/171944582773?hash=item2808b21e75

djkinetic said:
I'm back on the N6 from the G4, just picked one up today for a price too good to pass up, it was the n6 vs the new moto x pure, at 200 dollars less than the pure would have costed me, I'm happy =)
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I have a lg g4 any comments on me switching to a nexus 6
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Timeline of Release

I really hope this comes out before the end of September. That would be really dumb to miss the opportunity to snatch up the upset Samsung customers (we have until 9/30 to exchange Note 7 for new one or change phones).
Why would they not announce the release date at the big conference??
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If they don't release the V20 before the end of the month, and snatch up all of those unhappy Note 7 owners, then someone over at LG should be fired for poor marketing strategy! LoL
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I'm one of them.
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I'm one of them.
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+1
Returned my loaner/bridge phone today,making room for the V20.
Not ruling out picking up the Note 7 again,especially if they beat LG to the punch & have it available again before the V20 hits the street.
JMHO,ya can't go wrong w/either,but,since I've already tried out the Note 7, I'd rather have the V20 at this point.

They really need to get this badboy out and about NOW! The timing couldn't be better!!

I was a bit shocked they didn't do a pre-order for the V20. But still, when they announce a phone and do a press conference, they need to at least give a date on availability even if it is up to the carrier to set price.

i read somewhere the V20 will be available at t-mobile i think the 20th or 23rd of this month

There were rumors of a 9/14 preorder
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I don't plan on picking up another Note 7 until I get a chance to do some hands on with the V20. I'm perfectly happy with my Note 3 at the moment. It's not as fast as the 7 is, but it does everything I need it to.
One thing that really bugged me about the N7 was the WiFi throughput. My N3 is 3-5 times faster copying files from a local samba share on two different wireless lans.
I absolutely love the N7's camera though. Best camera I've ever seen on a phone.
And if LG doesn't get the V20 out by the 30th, I'll just return the N7.

RicoX9 said:
And if LG doesn't get the V20 out by the 30th, I'll just return the N7.
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it will be out before the 30th

+1... Can't stand the curved edge on the N7. I thought i could grow to love it but nope. Also my battery didn't last more than 5 hours. I'm a power user and i need at least 6 or 7. Hope the V20 can do the trick.

accordingtoome said:
+1... Can't stand the curved edge on the N7. I thought i could grow to love it but nope. Also my battery didn't last more than 5 hours. I'm a power user and i need at least 6 or 7. Hope the V20 can do the trick.
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i can't stand the curved edge either. one of the many reasons i am getting rid of my note 7. well at least with the v20 the battery is removable so i am sure they will come out with longer lasting batteries

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i can't stand the curved edge either. one of the many reasons i am getting rid of my note 7. well at least with the v20 the battery is removable so i am sure they will come out with longer lasting batteries
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This is one of the big reasons I won't buy a Note 7.
Getting a tempered glass screen protector to work on a curved screen? Nope.
The two phones I'm looking at to upgrade from my G4 are the LG V20 and 128GB Nexus Marlin / Pixel XL
That's mostly a choice between having a removable battery and microsd card reader vs having stock Android and more frequent updates.
I can't understand why the Nexus phones don't have MicroSD card readers, and I would never buy a 32GB phone with no microsd card reader in it. But at least it is possible to charge them with a portable battery.
Also, I won't buy a V20 if it doesn't have the ability to unlock the bootloader.

accordingtoome said:
+1... Can't stand the curved edge on the N7. I thought i could grow to love it but nope. Also my battery didn't last more than 5 hours. I'm a power user and i need at least 6 or 7. Hope the V20 can do the trick.
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Huawei mate 9 is the next big thing....

cultofluna said:
Huawei mate 9 is the next big thing....
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will it be here in time and on Verizon?

Reviewers have the phone, I saw an unboxing posted today and a 15 min Erica Griff videos so hoping pre orders start soon
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accordingtoome said:
will it be here in time and on Verizon?
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What do you mean in time?...
Huawei Will release the device end of October i think....

cultofluna said:
What do you mean in time?...
Huawei Will release the device end of October i think....
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In time as we only have until the 29th to replace the note 7 right?

I'm hoping for a release and price announcement this week. If the T-Mobile rep was correct with his/her information then pre-orders should begin on Wednesday.
And like most of you have already posted in this thread, I can't wait to trade in my S7 Edge for the V20 and go back to a flat screen. The S7E was the first phone I used with the curved edge and after 6 months of using it I can't stand it. This will be the last time.

As of 9/14/16 @0400 EDT, T-Mobile's site has the LG V10 marked down from $599 to $499,the 1st price reduction since a temporary price break about 10 months ago.
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My guess is pre-orders for the LG V20 are imminent,look for it later today if you're going by a reddit post stating 9/14 as the preorder launch date & a retail availability of 9/23/16 (T-Mobile US).

Pixel XL II 2017-2018 rumors

I cannot tell you who my source is, but I have it on very high authority that this is a picture of the upcoming Pixel XL II. You'll note the improvements to the bezels. :good:
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Seriously though, I hope Android Police's sources are better than mine
If so, the phone looks very nice:
https://plus.google.com/photos/phot...748&ssid=60099fba-fa40-4918-8147-3ce192757b70

CZ Eddie said:
I cannot tell you who my source is, but I have it on very high authority that this is a picture of the upcoming Pixel XL II. You'll note the improvements to the bezels. :good:
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Let me guess... Your French and love Jerry Lewis' comedic wit? Seriously, this is a joke, right? You posted a pic of the Pixel XL, right? I am I missing something? Is the joke on me? I am lost.
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lol, yes I posted a pic of the original Pixel XL but with photoshopped LARGER bezels. I should have made it look more obviously dumb I guess.
Looks like you're posting/viewing from a phone rather than a PC so maybe you can't tell as easily.

I thought it was pretty funny.

Voted best comedy act XDA Thread of the Month!

Ban this CZ Eddie dude. He had me believe that OP is true for a minute.

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Ban this CZ Eddie dude. He had me believe that OP is true for a minute.
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Me too. Derp [emoji4]
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lol, yes I posted a pic of the original Pixel XL but with photoshopped LARGER bezels. I should have made it look more obviously dumb I guess.
Looks like you're posting/viewing from a phone rather than a PC so maybe you can't tell as easily.
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It's all good. [emoji23]
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CZ Eddie said:
I cannot tell you who my source is, but I have it on very high authority that this is a picture of the upcoming Pixel XL II. You'll note the improvements to the bezels. :good:
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Needs more bezel IMO lol

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Needs more bezel IMO lol
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+1

And more cow bell!
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Regular Pixel 2 News
Not the Pixel2 XL, but it cant be far behind. https://www.androidheadlines.com/20...arrives-at-the-fcc-running-android-8-0-1.html
http://phandroid.com/2017/08/15/htc-pixel-2-squeeze-active-edge/
http://www.droid-life.com/2017/08/15/google-pixel-2-hit-fcc-today-reveals-ton-phone/

edit: repost of above post

Very cool.. I needed a chuckle
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My dad works for Nintendo too

ArgonautPollux said:
My dad works for Nintendo too
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Does he actually know Zelda?
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First Look at the Pixel 2 XL
http://www.droid-life.com/2017/09/19/google-pixel-2-xl-exclusive/

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These flagship prices are getting stupid.

Golf c said:
These flagship prices are getting stupid.
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IKR! Makes me miss the 2yr contract prices....

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IKR! Makes me miss the 2yr contract prices....
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Makes me miss the Nexus program. The good old days.
I wonder if these prices are going to turn off developers?

Who's excited bout the Note 10/Plus

Hey fellow Samsung Knights? I was really excited about the Note 10 until the leaks started rolling in and now I'm not even sure I want it anymore. I sure love me some s-pen action but at what cost. Other than said s-pen I see no reason to upgrade/switch to the Note 10.
I just wanted to hear from you guys in this community. Is the Note 10/Plus worth it?

Yes, not much of an upgrade, other than the storage being faster and front camera changing to pin hole centered.

Was gonna upgrade a couple months ago when it came out, but il stick to s10+ and wait for the s11. I don't use the pen and I have started using the aux input a lot since I have it again (came from OnePlus 6t)

Personally I upgrade every 2 years but interested to see what it brings. More excited for the tab s5 - s6 as I currently have the tab s3 and am looking to upgrade it.

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Yes, not much of an upgrade, other than the storage being faster and front camera changing to pin hole centered.
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Wouldn't going from 2 camera's to 1 be considered a downgrade if anything?
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Personally I upgrade every 2 years but interested to see what it brings. More excited for the tab s5 - s6 as I currently have the tab s3 and am looking to upgrade it.
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If you mean about Tab S5e.. its already out.
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If you mean about Tab S5e.. its already out.
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No, 6 is supposed to be announced along side the Note 10, which I believe is what they are referring to.
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If you mean about Tab S5e.. its already out.
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Wouldn't going from 2 camera's to 1 be considered a downgrade if anything?
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Depends on the user I guess. I have no use for 1 OR 2 of them on the front, so getting rid of the big oval eyesore on the S10 series would be an upgrade for me!

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Hey fellow Samsung Knights? I was really excited about the Note 10 until the leaks started rolling in and now I'm not even sure I want it anymore. I sure love me some s-pen action but at what cost. Other than said s-pen I see no reason to upgrade/switch to the Note 10.
I just wanted to hear from you guys in this community. Is the Note 10/Plus worth it?
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It's been a few generations now that the "next one" has never been "exciting enough" to upgrade in the first place. Same case it would be for the vast majority, jumping from S10+/Note 9 to Note 10(plus)!
Having said this, little things like UFS 3.0, 7nm Exynos 9825, ToF sensor, 45W charging, possibly a button-free overall design, no dedicated hardware bixby, hopefully an upgraded OneUI right outta box etc. actually do excite me. Hence will definitely buy the "plus" , also because I never skipped any "S" or "N".

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Yes ment tab s6 it was referred to as the tab s5 till a leak a few weeks back suggested samsung would go to s6 now everyone is calling it that.

The Note 10 plus is looking better and better. SD 855+ apparently the cameras won't be the same as the s10 plus. 12GB /256GB as basic configuration. It's probably going to start at $1800 CAD. Good thing I held off buying the iPhone XS Max, still got 2 good kidneys. ?
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I was not gonna get it but the $600 trade in had made it more appealing! I reserved it so il decide once the time comes

I miss the S-Pen. I am going to sell or trade in my S10+ for it.

I hazard a guess the Note 10 none Plus version will be a major flop.
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I hazard a guess the Note 10 none Plus version will be a major flop.
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I would tend to agree with you. If you want the Note you tend not to want the watered down version. Unless the price is really compelling which I doubt.
I know I want it, I'm just not sure I want it pre-ordered at full price since I don't see the trade in reservations on Samsung.com/ca it's a US only thing for now.
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I was excited until I read that there will not be a headphone jack. Without the jack there probably won't be a FM radio either and I use both daily.

I would be more interested in the non plus Note 10 for the better size but TBH would be looking at it more as an S10+T than a Note.

Will the Note 10plus have 3d face unlock?
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Just read a rumor that the SD note 10 is not getting the 855+ anymore. Just the regular 855

sruel3216 said:
Just read a rumor that the SD note 10 is not getting the 855+ anymore. Just the regular 855
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There's also a rumor that we might be getting the Exynos version. I guess we'll know for sure on the 7th!
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There's also a rumor that we might be getting the Exynos version. I guess we'll know for sure on the 7th!
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I'm in USA so I think we get all SD, correct?