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note4 is that good or bad please help!!

Hi guys
Those who have now note 4 which one should I choose
Snapdragon? Or Exynos?
And I want to buy the gear vr
Which one is better with it
The reviews and numbers say that Xenos is better
But developers say that snapdragon is better usually
And is the phone easy to root and deal with?!
And is there some kind of problems with it like every samsung phone that has some kind of common problems?!
Can you guys help me?!
And do you recommend note 4 or should I go with something else?
Thank you

You just murdered the name Exynos...
ON Topic: Choose whatever you like and whatever version is available in your country.

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So back again, I'm asking about the processor which you guys recommend
Exynos or Snapdragon?
i'm willing to use gear VR
And willing to root and use custom ROMs
So I need the best
And if you guys see a common issue with this phone?
And finally, if you guys recommend another phone like Sony Xperia z3!!
thank you in advance

No bother anymore

Hello and welcome.
No problems has arisen since I have had my SGN4. The back cover could line up better I suppose but you can't notice and the screen could have a little less gap around the edges, but once again can't notice.
If you prefer a good DAC, go for the Exynos based device. That's about the best advice I personally can give but here is a LINK with some testing between the two.
I have the Snapdragon version and it's fantastic.

Rizur said:
Hello and welcome.
No problems has arisen since I have had my SGN4. The back cover could line up better I suppose but you can't notice and the screen could have a little less gap around the edges, but once again can't notice.
If you prefer a good DAC, go for the Exynos based device. That's about the best advice I personally can give but here is a LINK with some testing between the two.
I have the Snapdragon version and it's fantastic.
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hi thanks for your help
I have read a lot of reviews, but you know a lot of numbers may be good or even great but users and developers may have another opinion, especially in the Exynos and snapdragon subject there was a lot of arguing about how good each of the two, especially I wanna use gear vr and you know about the overheat and the lagging also about the next 64bit and which the exynos deliver better than snapdragon 805!!
That's why I'm searching for the best user experience and the developers opinion too to not stick with a limited number of roms with the lack of support
Thank you, your help is appreciated

only you can decide for yourself, but for me, I chose the snappydragon, better support and more roms here on xda.

First check if the VR is compatible with Exynos, last time I checked (Dec-Jan'ish) it was not supported. Snapdragon has always got the most devs and options because its the most widely used, that's the reason I chose Snapdragon when I had this choice to make.
Devs probably won't reply to this thread either, they are far too busy with real life stuff and development.
The 64bit arguement is not relevant at this stage either, just like it wasn't for PC's for a while.

Rizur said:
First check if the VR is compatible with Exynos, last time I checked (Dec-Jan'ish) it was not supported. Snapdragon has always got the most devs and options because its the most widely used, that's the reason I chose Snapdragon when I had this choice to make.
Devs probably won't reply to this thread either, they are far too busy with real life stuff and development.
The 64bit arguement is not relevant at this stage either, just like it wasn't for PC's for a while.
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Oh a shocking info I didn't meet when searching for gear vr!!!!
It works only with snapdragon!!!!
A fast search that says it will work with exynos with the new update android 5.1!!!
But I trust better the one it works with already so I think I will go with snapdragon
And I know developers are busy to answer such thread, but the more important than developers is you guys the people that own the handset and deal with the developers
Thank you again

Enjoy your devices

Disadvantages from a modders perspective

I'm thinking about buying the Edge. Mostly because of the battery. And also because the specs suck for most other phones.
I know all the good stuff from reviews and forums but not so much about what sucks. These things I know of and I don't quite like them:
- No AOSP/CM (yet?)
- Battery not removable
- Freaking expensive
- knox
What else could become a problem in the future? From my experience at some point someone says something like "Samsung won't release code for camera/bluetooth/blah therefore feature x will never work properly". Did anything change in this area? Did it get better/worse? Do all apps work properly? Xposed? BetterBatteryStats? Stuff like that?
What other problems are there where noone knows whether it can be solved? Any known hardware issues? What else do you not like about S7 Edge?

Worth it

Hi i'm thinking of getting the Verizon S8 during the black friday sale, my question is:
1. From people who own it is it generally a good phone and are y'all happy with it?
2. I saw the thread about rooting the US. Snapdragon version i'd like to know if there's anything different/would stop me from rooting since ill be getting it on Verizon? PS. ill be activating it on Verizon but buying it at BestBuy in case that makes a difference.
Thanks for your help

kelu1997 said:
Hi i'm thinking of getting the Verizon S8 during the black friday sale, my question is:
1. From people who own it is it generally a good phone and are y'all happy with it?
2. I saw the thread about rooting the US. Snapdragon version i'd like to know if there's anything different/would stop me from rooting since ill be getting it on Verizon? PS. ill be activating it on Verizon but buying it at BestBuy in case that makes a difference.
Thanks for your help
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Personally knowing what I know now I'd be looking at a different phone. These things are carrier owned locked bootloader with no unlock on the horizon. The root method sucks with it being so long and complicated, reminds of the Sony Xperia days. Plus you lose 20% battery and there's no fix because locked bootloader. The list can go on but why bother I think you'll get the point. Have fun

I would suggest you OnePlus 5T if you want root, custom roms ecc. But if you want a freaking georgous screen that stretches at it's maximum, a great camera, and overall great build and design I would suggest S8. I have not rooted it yet, and personally I don't find the need to do it. Regarding the looks I can change through substratum or through custom themes(which just install as a normal apk but change even the notification bar). As far as speed goes it is pretty good, been using it for 5months and never noticed a big lag that bothered me.

kelu1997 said:
Hi i'm thinking of getting the Verizon S8 during the black friday sale, my question is:
1. From people who own it is it generally a good phone and are y'all happy with it?
2. I saw the thread about rooting the US. Snapdragon version i'd like to know if there's anything different/would stop me from rooting since ill be getting it on Verizon? PS. ill be activating it on Verizon but buying it at BestBuy in case that makes a difference.
Thanks for your help
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It is a great phone, with an amazing screen, it´s super fast, has good batterylife and a great camera. All of it even with a stock Samsung ROM.
That said, if you are used to rooting your phones and installing different Custom ROMs and Mods, maybe the US S8 isn´t right for you. It´s a real hassle to root and it can only be charged to 80% after root. The ROM and Mod development is very slowly picking up with Flashfire, although I´m confident we will see some more ROMs in the future, since the installbase is quite big.
So, the Phone is great on it´s own, but I personally wouldn´t buy the US Version, if I would want to use Custom ROMs or Mods.

As everybody said its a great phone as it is . No need for root and custom roms . But if you are really into these things then don't buy it from any carrier .

Which ROM would you like to see on the G6?

Title basically says it all. I'd like to know if you are missing any ROMs you might know from previous phones, or simply know that are great. Or are you already satisfied with the ROMs that exist?
Maybe someone who knows a bit or two about developing will pick any suggestions up to port them on the G6!
For me personally, the best ROM i used until i got my G6 was the Pure Nexus ROM on my old Nexus 5. Simply loved it! Basically Stock Android with a few well thought out addons! But i assume it would be difficult to get that ROM ported to the G6...

Decent roms still around?

So my Dad was gonna throw this phone out. It won't charge.
I looked into it and it's a relatively easy fix and the part + new battery is going to set me back about $14
I'm thinking about giving it to my son but first I'm wondering if there's still stable roms around...
It's Verizon US version updated to Lollipop. I know TWRP/safestrap are a no go but pretty sure flashfire works.
I'm really just asking to see if anyone can comment on stability and performance. And seeing if maybe there's a rom not listed here like Dirty Unicorns? (some devs don't post on xda)
Of course if there's something I'm missing/any issues please let me know.
Thanks!

The Verizon s4 forum is here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-verizon
With a locked bootloader, you're pretty much stuck with the stock ROM.