I'll put in this disclaimer: I don't like Apple. I do enjoy Samsung but I'm not a fanboy by any stretch of the imagination. All of my applications are Google-based purchases and double purchases would be silly so I've stuck with Google-based products through the ages.
Looks - 5/5. This phone is gorgeous. I don't care if it bends (according to Youtube.) Mine lives in my pocket with a case around it that DOESN'T bend. The design is pleasing, technical with elegance and gorgeous with a strong sense of simplicity and utility. It is there and gets the job done and well. The metal accents definitely add a nice touch.
Feel - 5/5. It's light but strong. Feed rigid, like I'm not going to break it. The screen has been exposed to some harsh environments from me and come back without a scratch (I'll be getting a screen protector anyways.)
Speed - 5/5. It's fast. Very fast. In fact, so fast, that when everything was downloaded on it I was able to do my usual tasks that I did on my Note 2 in less than half the time. This was mostly due to shorter load times and faster Internet utilization.
Screen - 10/5. Even if there was a dead pixel on it, there's so many on here and the pixels are so small that I would never be able to see it. The screen is gorgeous. The resolution is incredible. For reference as to how clear it is, there was an entire article in a Google Play tile (roughly 1 inch by 1 inch in physical size) and you could still see EVERY letter clearly. You'll see what I'm talking about if you get one.
The screen being an AMOLED has an interest effect in bright light. In sunlight, you can still see it clearly. The glass is not reflective so much. It blows the contrast way up so you can still see it and readjusts automatically when you enter a darker area. Definitely an interesting (and probably standard) touch but my Note 2 always had issues in sunlight.
Battery Life - 5/5. It lasts. And lasts. And lasts. And... well let's just say the Energizer bunny probably has one in his pocket and runs out before it does. It's a 3220mAh battery which is just a bit more than than the old Note 2, but what it does with that battery is incredible. A lot of the usage comes from the screen and processing power, and I have both on full much of the day and the battery will only use 40-50% with a full day's use, no charges in between.
Oh, speaking of charging. The included charger is QUICK. I have 2.1A chargers everywhere that charge things up nice and quick, but the one that comes with the phone is unique. I've only had the ability to use the fast charger once (since I never run out of enough power to give it a good test) but it DOES charge at a rate of roughly 1 3/4%-2% per minute. It's FAST.
Signal acquisition - 5/5. This is most to do with the network you are on but it also has a lot to do with the phone. I haven't had a single dropped call on Verizon and even in places where it says 1 bar, I still get excellent 4G speeds. This is critical for my type of business when doing research or scouting. It's at least 5x as fast connecting and download as my old Note 2 on Sprint. The biggest issue on most networks is initiating the tunnel to download information for a particular website or app. This phone make that connection flawlessly.
Camera - 5/5. Woo doggy this thing is good. It won't replace a true DSLR but it makes small point and shoot cameras almost a thing of the past. The many features available with the standard camera app are great. I've used the Panoramic view before it and it did an incredible job cropping the picture perfectly, even with non-smooth movements.
Voice Calling - 5/5. Again, partly a network thing but much to do with the phone as well. Everyone is clear. Everyone. Everything. Every time. People hear me just fine (except for one situation I will explain later.) Never an issue with voice. MUCH better than on ol' Sprint. Sorry Sprint, I love ya... but no.
So now for a few of the things I don't like but I didn't feel were enough of an issue to take away a star.
Bloatware is on this device. The good thing about Android though, is that you don't have to use it and it doesn't really detract much. Some can be uninstalled but truth be told I don't really care for it being there.
Speaker phone has a slight issue. While the speaker in the back of the phone is perfect, crisp and clear, apparently people have an issue with hearing me on speaker phone sometimes. I believe this to be a software issue that I might have to look into, but I haven't found it yet. I just figured it worth mentioning for those who use it in factory-fresh mode.
It's a worthy phone. I don't know what the Note 3 was like to compare but for a person who needs a utility phone for work and personal, this is an excellent device. I base my reviews on how the device works for my use, not comparing them to previous generations of products or other competing products. For my use, which I can dare say surpass the industry standard for requirements, the phone keeps up and then some. If you're on the fence, this phone will blow you away.
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Not So Great. Got this phone about 2weeks ago and have had several issuesPros:-Big Screen-Camera takes great pictures-Lighter than other phones the same size-Great health features built in-Widgets are neat-Location based features are greatCons-As soon as I put a few apps on the device it has slowed down considerably (everything I have read on this leads me to believe this is normal problem on Android devices for some reason). Most fixes to this require you to figure out which app is causing the issue then delete it. Never had that issue on other phones.-For some reason with no apps running my phone is using a ton of ram (2.28GB out of 2.71GB, See Pic) This also appears to be normal when I read about issues people are having with Android.-If you like using Samsung's S Note its okay, (the stylus defaults cannot be changed to another note taking app). I use Onenote and there is no option to set that as the default note taker, and there is no option to sign in to any locked notebooks on Onenote.-Most of my contacts didn't sync from outlook and ITunes to google; also, what did transfer had a lot of duplicates show up, and about 3/4 of the contacts didn't transfer all information. None of my tasks or To Do have transferred from outlook to google.-I've tried running several different apps to "speed up" the device (never needed to do this on any other phones). These don't have any lasting effect and I have to run them 10-12times a day. (make sure nothing is running in the back ground too)All in all it has been a very frustrating experience. Good LuckFrom Samsung:In regard to the device using RAM even when apps are not working, we would like to inform you that even apps are closed on the device it will be running in device background and it uses the memory to run on the device.---So once I "close all apps", then go to the ram and close apps, then go in and force close apps individually, you are saying the apps are still running? after I just spent half an hour closing them all in a three step process? What?????????We suggest you to force stop applications and check if the issue persists.From the home screen, tap on Apps>> Settings>> Applications>> Application manager>> Swipe screen right or left to all tab>> open the apps from the list and tap on force stop.-------I do this constantly all day long then the apps keep showing up again about 5-10 minutes later.In regard to the email notification issue, please check if you are using same email account on three accounts, if you are using same account you will receive notifications from three apps as it will synced with the device.---I get notifications from:--Samsung Email handler (don't want, but checks emails)--Gmail Email Handler (Don't like, doesn't get all emails, but ties some calendar functions together but not dependable)--and Outlook which I installed (I use outlook and this was to only way to get my work emails, because nothing else would set it up, their app is not --good either as certain functionality is limited, no to do list or task manager updates etc.)---Why isn't there a normal email handler like on every other device I have had that can handle tasks, contacts, calendars, etc. The normal things that every other phone does that this phone needs three email accounts to accomplish?---I've actually had to download a different (fourth) calendar to handle tying them all together and Sunrise still can't pull it off. I've never had this be an issue on Windows or iPhone.In regard to the calendar/task issue, we would like to inform you that tasks will not sync which you receive from email account, however, if you have configured outlook account and if the events are saved in outlook only then it will be synced.-----See above. Also, why is this so difficult? never had this problem on any other phone. only when I switched to Samsung.In regard to dial and enter code to get an email, please check if you are using any third party app, as the default email app does not ask for any code to open the email.----Not third party it is what came on the phone. Why cant I see voicemail from the "phone button". I shouldn't have to open a different app to check my voice mail.In regard to using the Stylus with OneNote app, we would like to inform you that the stylus should work with the app, however, please check the compatible with the App developer.----The stylus will work with the app. What I said was the default can't be changed for the stylus. For example: I don't use sNote. I use Onenote. When pulling the stylus out of the phone there is an option to have a note pop up. I want Onenote to pop up but the default options are sNote or off. I bought this phone to enhance my use of Onenote. Now this lack of features disables me. I would not have bought this phone had I known I could not change that feature. In a time where every default can be changed to suit your needs this phone is extremely limitedIn regard to the battery draining, device freezing, app shutting down and notification issue, please access the link below to follow the steps to troubleshoot the issue.-----Why should I have to do this? why should I have to do any of this? I just want a phone that works, the way I want it to and won't catch on fire in my pocket, freeze up whenever I want to use a map or open two apps, run out of battery as soon as I take it off the charger. I fixed the battery issue sort of. I bought the extra battery that Samsung provides. Great now I have to carry extra batteries because the battery will die if I decide to use any apps?Link: http://support-us.samsung.com/cyber/popup/iframe/pop_troubleshooting_fr.jsp?idx=527929&modelname=SM-N910V&modelcode=SM-N910VZWEVZW&session_id=V5VP4qhZN2QZTM5tvxkh1H3bKvJJyJMVTGhsDyjhlLMHWv4JTSfQ!-28248919!-1833246254!1438209295588&from_osc=&homeid=29189Link: http://support-us.samsung.com/cyber/popup/iframe/pop_troubleshooting_fr.jsp?idx=527928&modelname=SM-N910V&modelcode=SM-N910VZWEVZW&session_id=V5VP4qhZN2QZTM5tvxkh1H3bKvJJyJMVTGhsDyjhlLMHWv4JTSfQ!-28248919!-1833246254!1438209295588&from_osc=&homeid=291891. Possible causes: This section will explain the causes that might trigger the device to cause issues.2. Uninstall Applications: can cause issues with the system during power on.------Why? no other manufacturer has told me to remove problem apps like outlook, waze, or facebook? these are not strange apps that I don't want on my phone. This is 2015 and the norm is apps on your phone.3. Out of Memory: Device that is out of memory can cause delays and keep applications from opening.----No I bought extra memory4. Memory Card Issues: Old memory cards may cause issues with stored applications.------It is brand new, ordered from Samsung, on Samsung's website5. Factory Data Reset: Resolve device issues with a Factory Data Reset.-----on the phone I just bought? again why? no other manufacturer has asked me to do that. Why sell a phone that doesn't work and has to be reset?Waiting to hear back again...
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