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Release date Friday March 11th countrywide for all Canadian carriers. Bell, Rogers, Telus, Wind and Videotron confirmed.
I have pre-ordered my S7 edge black onyx for bell.
Anyone else pre-order yet?
Model information:
Exynos chipset confirmed.
S7 G930W8
S7 Edge G935W8
The only reason I'm not getting the s7 is because the Canadian version is only exynos and does not work for me because I root and change roms.
nitramus said:
The only reason I'm not getting the s7 is because the Canadian version is only exynos and does not work for me because I root and change roms.
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I ordered mine from Best Buy. Black S7 Edge (really wanted the grey tho). Ya, I was reading about the exynos chip. The only thing that interests me is xposed, do you guys think that we would have that at least? I hate the advertising on youtube. I believe it will be fast enough for me not to want any roms (cross fingers).
I still not fully decided tho, I got a Note 4 and works fine but always attracted to new shinny tech
I ordered from Samsung. I went to Bell first but they wouldn't let me order because I wasn't about to sign a contract. Good thing, promo with Samsung is way better, and I get it unlocked.
I don't like the chip either, rather have the 820, but I had a S5 with a Snapdragon and I couldn't find a good ROM with that. I'm going to try this S7 with the stock ROM. I figure with Nova + Icon pack + Material design theme will make TouchWiz mostly a non-issue. And any bloatware I can't uninstall, or disable I figure I can just take away all permissions and hide from the homescreen and app drawer.
I could live with root only and keep stock rom but I NEED viper for Android and if I'm not mistaken v4a does not work on exynos, I could be wrong...
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I ordered from Samsung. I went to Bell first but they wouldn't let me order because I wasn't about to sign a contract. Good thing, promo with Samsung is way better, and I get it unlocked.
I don't like the chip either, rather have the 820, but I had a S5 with a Snapdragon and I couldn't find a good ROM with that. I'm going to try this S7 with the stock ROM. I figure with Nova + Icon pack + Material design theme will make TouchWiz mostly a non-issue. And any bloatware I can't uninstall, or disable I figure I can just take away all permissions and hide from the homescreen and app drawer.
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you mean samsung.ca??? what option did you select for carrier? If i select Rogers it takes me to the Rogers site. Or do you mean you got an international version unlocked??? how.. me interested since apparently Samsung has figured out to permanently locked the carrier to the phone. Basically the first sim (carrier) is loaded to the phone will be permanently locked.
I am with ya man. I had the s6 and note 5 and both run exynos7420. Viper4android worked perfectly.
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nitramus said:
The only reason I'm not getting the s7 is because the Canadian version is only exynos and does not work for me because I root and change roms.
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The only snapdragon versions are being sold in USA and China. You think no development for exynos for the rest of the world?
I had the s6 and note 5 and development for both were excellent.
Pre-ordered mine at Wind, I'm pretty excited. I'm also happy that we get the Exynos version as it will make for greater commonality/compatibility with the rest of the world. I'm hoping it'll make for faster updates?
ISperfection said:
you mean samsung.ca??? what option did you select for carrier? If i select Rogers it takes me to the Rogers site. Or do you mean you got an international version unlocked??? how.. me interested since apparently Samsung has figured out to permanently locked the carrier to the phone. Basically the first sim (carrier) is loaded to the phone will be permanently locked.
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Samsung retail store at Sherway Gardens in Toronto. You don't have to pick a carrier there. Don't think you can order it online.
They sales rep said it will lock when you put your SIM in, but they provide you with an unlock code. You also get the VR and a 128GB microSD card, that's a better promo than anyone else has.
wifesabitch said:
Samsung retail store at Sherway Gardens in Toronto. You don't have to pick a carrier there. Don't think you can order it online.
They sales rep said it will lock when you put your SIM in, but they provide you with an unlock code. You also get the VR and a 128GB microSD card, that's a better promo than anyone else has.
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wow, that is awesome plus a great bonus bonus extra! I am going there tonite and cancelling my Best Buy one!!! so global (i am assuming international) is the SM-G935F, is that what you ordered? (I will confirm tonite). I hope We get to chose colors rather than just black. Thanks!!!
Ya, also if everyone is getting exynos (except our friends and US and China), I would guess support will be improved. Now i am pumped.
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wow, that is awesome plus a great bonus bonus extra! I am going there tonite and cancelling my Best Buy one!!! so global (i am assuming international) is the SM-G935F, is that what you ordered? (I will confirm tonite). I hope We get to chose colors rather than just black. Thanks!!!
Ya, also if everyone is getting exynos (except our friends and US and China), I would guess support will be improved. Now i am pumped.
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Don't know version it is. If you're going, ask about the microSD card. They only told me about the VR but I've seen several people comment online that the memory card is included also.
I think you can get other colors, but the black is the only one that will be available on the 11th from what I've read.
will check it out and post my findings.
All Canadian versions ended in W8
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wifesabitch said:
I ordered from Samsung. I went to Bell first but they wouldn't let me order because I wasn't about to sign a contract. Good thing, promo with Samsung is way better, and I get it unlocked.
I don't like the chip either, rather have the 820, but I had a S5 with a Snapdragon and I couldn't find a good ROM with that. I'm going to try this S7 with the stock ROM. I figure with Nova + Icon pack + Material design theme will make TouchWiz mostly a non-issue. And any bloatware I can't uninstall, or disable I figure I can just take away all permissions and hide from the homescreen and app drawer.
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Is the VR and 128GB promotion only for preorders?
nitramus said:
The only reason I'm not getting the s7 is because the Canadian version is only exynos and does not work for me because I root and change roms.
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You can root and change roms on exynos, most likely only touchwiz roms at first but im sure there will be an aosp rom eventually, there's one being cooked right now for the s6.
ISperfection said:
The only thing that interests me is xposed, do you guys think that we would have that at least?
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Of course http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3180960
oxxshadow said:
Is the VR and 128GB promotion only for preorders?
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Can't say for sure, but I would guess it's certainly a limited time promotion.
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Can't say for sure, but I would guess it's certainly a limited time promotion.
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oh ok. $1000 kinda sucks though since out dollar is so weak, so i might end up selling the VR to recoup some money lol
oxxshadow said:
oh ok. $1000 kinda sucks though since out dollar is so weak, so i might end up selling the VR to recoup some money lol
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Tell me about it. When I first saw the price I thought no way I was getting this. Changed my mind after the initial shock subsided.
wifesabitch said:
Tell me about it. When I first saw the price I thought no way I was getting this. Changed my mind after the initial shock subsided.
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The rep at sherway didn't tell me the price because he said they were instructed not too, probably because it would give everyone a heart attack.
I just got my S7 Edge and when I was ordering, I didn't even think to look, I made the mistake of assuming there would be some root solution. Other than a long guide which essentially says "good luck" if you are on the latest software version (which I couldn't help because I just got the phone). What happened? I know the bootloader was locked, is that the main culprit here? Did all the modders just switch carriers and devices?
Are the "one-click root" days gone for Samsung devices? Also, can anyone advise an ETA on a root for PJ2? Sprint is charging, get this, $20 for 2 gig hotspot and $50 for 6 gigs...
Best phone I've ever owned. Zero dev support. I accepted it months ago. Root Solutions there but risky. Security just too tight on this one. What a shame too....
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Blakestr said:
I just got my S7 Edge and when I was ordering, I didn't even think to look, I made the mistake of assuming there would be some root solution. Other than a long guide which essentially says "good luck" if you are on the latest software version (which I couldn't help because I just got the phone). What happened? I know the bootloader was locked, is that the main culprit here? Did all the modders just switch carriers and devices?
Are the "one-click root" days gone for Samsung devices? Also, can anyone advise an ETA on a root for PJ2? Sprint is charging, get this, $20 for 2 gig hotspot and $50 for 6 gigs...
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Yea unfortunately i did the same thing! I absolutely love the phone, but without root, for me i am barely able to harness half the power of this beast! I really hope something comes out soon. I was in a similar boat with my s6 edge+ but i at least had moar rom which i LOVED, and miss so much!
Blakestr said:
I just got my S7 Edge and when I was ordering, I didn't even think to look, I made the mistake of assuming there would be some root solution. Other than a long guide which essentially says "good luck" if you are on the latest software version (which I couldn't help because I just got the phone). What happened? I know the bootloader was locked, is that the main culprit here? Did all the modders just switch carriers and devices?
Are the "one-click root" days gone for Samsung devices? Also, can anyone advise an ETA on a root for PJ2? Sprint is charging, get this, $20 for 2 gig hotspot and $50 for 6 gigs...
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Same exact deal for me. I'm very tempted to return the thing. Most of my favorite features and apps require root. Right now i'm debating whether it's worth keeping the phone in the hopes that a root will become available soon or stick with my note 4 and sacrifice newer features and samsung vr.
So on TMobile with the free VR Headset and Controller deal, it says the entries should go on the samsung.com/us/promotions website starting on April 10th, however seems the website isnt taking them yet? Anyone seen or heard any news on this?
With them only doing what was it, 35,000 free units. Kinda wanna make sure I get my order in asap. =D
Mysticales said:
So on TMobile with the free VR Headset and Controller deal, it says the entries should go on the samsung.com/us/promotions website starting on April 10th, however seems the website isnt taking them yet? Anyone seen or heard any news on this?
With them only doing what was it, 35,000 free units. Kinda wanna make sure I get my order in asap. =D
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You can't redeem the items until​ phone in hand
I have the phone in hand. How can I redeem?
Can you try these 4 steps? http://www.samsung.com/au/galaxy-s8-offer/
Maybe this will give us answers
sillyphillie said:
I have the phone in hand. How can I redeem?
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Picture proof or it didnt happen. =p
Hell if you have one, Tell us all how you got it rooted.
It's not rooted. Verizon retail.
I ordered mine through Verizon and they are not delivering until the 21st...hmmm where are you located if I may ask?
jmhj said:
I ordered mine through Verizon and they are not delivering until the 21st...hmmm where are you located if I may ask?
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See his posts on the Carrier Bands thread.
jmhj said:
I ordered mine through Verizon and they are not delivering until the 21st...hmmm where are you located if I may ask?
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I'm a Verizon business customer that was given early access to a retail model direct from Samsung. I do alot of business with Verizon and about to do a company wide refresh. Therefore..Early access.
It's a minimum of 350,00 gifts not 35,000... So it may not be so hard to get one
So deciding on the S8 or OP5. So far the S8 has it. But I just noticed one of the negatives of unlocked is the lack of WiFi Hotspot feature?
Is that true? There are times when I am on the road and want internet access on my tablet and use my current phone hotspot feature.
Right now I have T-Mobile. The bastids won't give me a decent BOGO deal.
The best price I am finding for the U.S. S8 64meg is Amazon $622 unlocked. I would be buying two phones, one for me and one for the wife. :fingers-crossed:
Anything else I would be missing or sorry for not getting the T-Mobile branded phone (they want $750!!!).:crying:
Should I hold off until the Christmas sales start?
Thanks for your time.
Ray
Rayj00 said:
So deciding on the S8 or OP5. So far the S8 has it. But I just noticed one of the negatives of unlocked is the lack of WiFi Hotspot feature?
Is that true? There are times when I am on the road and want internet access on my tablet and use my current phone hotspot feature.
Right now I have T-Mobile. The bastids won't give me a decent BOGO deal.
The best price I am finding for the U.S. S8 64meg is Amazon $622 unlocked. I would be buying two phones, one for me and one for the wife. :fingers-crossed:
Anything else I would be missing or sorry for not getting the T-Mobile branded phone (they want $750!!!).:crying:
Should I hold off until the Christmas sales start?
Thanks for your time.
Ray
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Not sure where you read that but unlocked has hotspot feature
joe3681 said:
Not sure where you read that but unlocked has hotspot feature
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I read it on some review site.
Rayj00 said:
So deciding on the S8 or OP5. So far the S8 has it. But I just noticed one of the negatives of unlocked is the lack of WiFi Hotspot feature?
Is that true? There are times when I am on the road and want internet access on my tablet and use my current phone hotspot feature.
Right now I have T-Mobile. The bastids won't give me a decent BOGO deal.
The best price I am finding for the U.S. S8 64meg is Amazon $622 unlocked. I would be buying two phones, one for me and one for the wife. :fingers-crossed:
Anything else I would be missing or sorry for not getting the T-Mobile branded phone (they want $750!!!).:crying:
Should I hold off until the Christmas sales start?
Thanks for your time.
Ray
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I have US unlocked S8 on T-Mobile and it has WiFi Hotspot. I don't see a reason why it wouldn't.
FYI - I have created a listing on eBay for my S8 + Gear S2 Classic watch(T-Mobile) for a good price. Just don't need it anymore.
Wait for oneplus 6 because looks like S8.
not sure where you heard it but thats not true. I bought s8 unlocked from Bestbuy and its fully working on T-Mobile Hotspot. My last phone was OnePlus 3 and the Hotspot would work for 5minutes and it would stop. Zero issues on S8.
Hey guys,
I am thinking of buying Samsung Galaxy S8 from Microsoft store, because it's offering $150 off. I was just wondering if it'll be a better option than Original version? As, Microsoft apps will be implemented on top of it, it's most likely to be bloated. My question is, can I delete the apps like Cortana, outlook etc and download my preferred apps?
It'll be great, if anyone who is using this Microsoft edition phone, can share some experience with the phone.
Also, is there any good deals on Blackfriday on Unlocked galaxy S8 US version? All the deals I saw were on contract.
Thank you!
mpulock said:
Hey guys,
I am thinking of buying Samsung Galaxy S8 from Microsoft store, because it's offering $150 off. I was just wondering if it'll be a better option than Original version? As, Microsoft apps will be implemented on top of it, it's most likely to be bloated. My question is, can I delete the apps like Cortana, outlook etc and download my preferred apps?
It'll be great, if anyone who is using this Microsoft edition phone, can share some experience with the phone.
Also, is there any good deals on Blackfriday on Unlocked galaxy S8 US version? All the deals I saw were on contract.
Thank you!
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I think the Microsoft apps will be installed as System apps. So without root, you may not be able to uninstall them.
Windows phones failed for a reason. You buy an S8 for a reason and it's not Microsoft.