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Galaxy Note 5
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Yeah The nexus 6 width I think more than anything else makes it feel so big by comparison to nearly all other smartphones bar Lumia 1520 / Blackberry Passport
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Is the theming only on TW? I've enabled the dark theme on my edge+ and absolutely LOVE LOVE it. I thought its was a lollipop thing. Thank God someone finally figured out we use our phones in the dark.
It's strange then that the phones carrying the best cameras have not always been the best sellers. For example the Nokia Lumia range pushed the envelope for a number of years with Carl Zeiss glass and impressive sensors. You could say in that situation that Windows put people off, and I would agree with that because user experience trumps even hardware for the mass market.
You can have the best screens, the best camera and all the RAM you want but a more popular device with half the specs can come in and be more popular if the user experience is perceived as better.
Well I think we can agree the iPhone has enjoyed top dog status for a very long time. Let's be honest, an android OEM would not get away with charging what Apple charges for the same hardware. So it's in a position where it's getting by in big part by brand name. But it was only recently that tech reveiwers became comfortable with saying that another phone camera was just as good as the iPhone's (Note 4.) So the general perception and word of mouth going around was iPhones have the best cameras. But with the GS6 and forward, reviewers are in concensus with declaring Sammy having the best display and camera hands down. So going forward I believe consumer perception will eventually match the reality of who actually has the best camera. Therefore leading to a change in choice of purchase. But I also believe Apple has some of the most loyal customers that simple don't care, and the big numbers Apple sees in sales are for the most part repeat buyers. Otherwise Apple's world market share would be a lot more than it is. It's not really growing as the sales number would make one believe.
If I go into display settings you can download more themes. There are some free ones and some paid ones. There is a free dark theme in there that is superb, darkens the phone dialer, settings, messages, pretty much everything.
Well I didn't mean the camera was the ONLY reason. Those Nokias are total bricks. And Windows was just way too new with no apps. The damage was done. MS took way too long getting on board with modern smartphones. The same way BB took way too long with a good touchscreen smartphone. Thats not to say a new OS doesn't have a chance. In fact Samsung is the only one who has a real chance at pulling it off with Tizen. Because Tizen will look and feel very much like something familiar to most people that have had a Samsung. That would be TouchWiz. As long as they have a majority of the most popular apps in the Tizen store, they'll be good. But I should stay on topic, my apologies to the mods and OP.
Apple have a loyal fan base but it simply works! Software wise it is limited at certain things but the software won't freeze, have consistent lag or struggle with easy tasks.
The software is a big reason why I'm back as I love Samsung phones but the things that are simple failed too many times.
I think it is quite amusing in this thread.....the people who actually OWN the note 5 are not complaining about app refreshes. But those that do not and might not get the phone bring it up constantly.
I am amazed at how this phone feels in my hand. It is right up there with my iphone 6 plus on ergonomics.
It is by far the best Android phone I have had to date.
I am amazed at how this phone feels in my hand. It is right up there with my iphone 6 plus on ergonomics.
It is by far the best Android phone I have had to date.
It's really all personal preference. I left windows because the hardware was simply lacking. Give me a Note 5 running Windows 10 and I'll give it a shot again. But I really enjoy androids freedom to customize. Some feel Windows runs incredibly smooth (even smother than its.) I agree it's smooth, but I don't feel Android on my Note 4 is any worse.
No lots of other companies offer it too. HTC SENSE 7 has a stack of it as well ability to create your own, most Chinese / Asian handsets have had theme engines for years too and before lollipop.
Yeah, with the little time I've owned the Note 5, I've realized I'm over the size of the Nexus 6. Dont get me wrong, I do love the N6 for what it is but the size factor isn't for me anymore. I'm still undecided whether or not I'm going to keep the Note 5 but, I've definitely decided I want something a tad smaller than the N6.
I was about to mention that, but I think some are just on a crusade to grab any negative point and ride it like there's nothing else to talk about. Like there's nothing bigger about Note 5 and what makes it stand out had and shoulders amongst the crowd. But the fact is, it's such a crushing deal breaker for some. Oh well hope they enjoy their mid tier camera and display. It's good to have choices.
And I thank you for it.That's actually my exact point too and possibly why it disappoints, because undoubtably if the new Touchwiz on the S6/S6e/Note5/Edge+ was optimised we would have the as close to perfect the devices we could wish for...
And I only did the test because it was asked by azhurvadal - if someone could run same test and post results
I think other phones will have similar results, or at least better than TW.
From what I've read on some forums, those who are complaining about this are mostly people who compared Note 5 to other Flagship android phones through videos. And they do have a valid point.
I have one question for you who already own Note 5 : does the current app refreshing methods really bothering you on your daily usage?
I'm sure I am not the only one here reading your post and sniggering through my fingers at the irony between the start and end of what you have just written. Even your regular 'liker' must be mildly embarrassed by that one.I was about to mention that, but I think some are just on a crusade to grab any negative point and ride it like there's nothing else to talk about. Like there's nothing bigger about Note 5 and what makes it stand out had and shoulders amongst the crowd. But the fact is, it's such a crushing deal breaker for some. Oh well hope they enjoy their mid tier camera and display. It's good to have choices.
I think this post doesn't represent the reality of the market. To each their own though.
I was about to mention that, but I think some are just on a crusade to grab any negative point and ride it like there's nothing else to talk about. Like there's nothing bigger about Note 5 and what makes it stand out had and shoulders amongst the crowd. But the fact is, it's such a crushing deal breaker for some. Oh well hope they enjoy their mid tier camera and display. It's good to have choices.
There are many of us here who own near identical Samsung hardware as the Note 5 such as the S6 & S6 Edge - this is a discussion forum. We are not restricted to only discussing things 'you' want to talk about.
The Ram issue were discussing affects more than just the Note 5 it affects all Samsung's 2015 flagships.
Last time I checked those of us with other Samsung devices (S6 / S6 Edge) as far as I a aware have the same camera and similarly praised displays.
If you do not wish to discuss the topic that we are talking about - feel free to choose to ignore it.
Yeah some mention it and seem to have a personal crusade about it. They mention it so many times repeatedly yet. I used to have so much respect for some. But after seeing their personal agenda get in the way of any impartial un biased discussion.....not so much anymore. I think I am going to start doing this to phones I don't like in other threads. Just repeat over and over all the negative. This will be interesting.I was about to mention that, but I think some are just on a crusade to grab any negative point and ride it like there's nothing else to talk about. Like there's nothing bigger about Note 5 and what makes it stand out had and shoulders amongst the crowd. But the fact is, it's such a crushing deal breaker for some. Oh well hope they enjoy their mid tier camera and display. It's good to have choices.
Think you both need to take your own advice
Think this post is laughable
Pointing out a legitimate flaw is not being negative. ..it's pointing out a device's fault. How many here have said the note 5 isn't a great device?
Many have said it's a joke what the software still is
There is a bit more grain in the rear of the image on the Nexus 6 - where the tomato juice / ketchup bottle is.
Then the Note 5 has over exposed area in back but generally more balanced and noticeably less grain, but its hard to compare when it's not same picture subject.
I assume it will be usual recipe of minced pork / scallions / ginger etc? I love Shanghai dumplings.
The upcoming Hauwei Nexus is supposed to be very similar in size and actual design to the Note 5.
This new Nexus will have a 5.7" screen the same as the Note 5. It will have a metal body like the iPhone 6 / One M8. It will have the rounded edges like the Note 5. And rumors say it will have a large 3400mAh battery.
Will officially be announced in October, and will be running stock Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box.
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