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Iris scanner is something Samsung has been researching for 3 years.

Samsung exec says iris scanners will come to mid-range phones, tech took 3 years of research
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sams...-phones-tech-took-3-years-of-research_id83848


The iris scanner in the Galaxy Note 7 can be used for unlocking the smartphone. It's able to handle glasses and eyepatches, discern high-resolution photos of users' eyes from the actual organs, and works in both light and dark. Early hands-on impressions describe a quick and refined user experience. Additionally, the system is more secure than fingerprint unlocking, as the blood vessel patters in every individual's iris are harder to obtain than fingerprints, which we leave everywhere we touch. It also boasts the lowest measured failure rate.
 
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Looking like to get the note 7 I will need to sell my S7 edge and iPhone 6s Plus...would leave me with about 70-90 pounds left over.

Then when the iPhone 7 plus is out I can review whether to get that as well. I do feel though it's time to stick to one device but find it hard to do so as I like both platforms.
 
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The Game 161 said:
Looking like to get the note 7 I will need to sell my S7 edge and iPhone 6s Plus...would leave me with about 70-90 pounds left over.

Then when the iPhone 7 plus is out I can review whether to get that as well. I do feel though it's time to stick to one device but find it hard to do so as I like both platforms.
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I always tell myself that....but I am never able to do it. I end up getting an Android phone and an iPhone. Just can't stick to one as I miss the other........
 
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The Game 161 said:
Looking like to get the note 7 I will need to sell my S7 edge and iPhone 6s Plus...would leave me with about 70-90 pounds left over.

Then when the iPhone 7 plus is out I can review whether to get that as well. I do feel though it's time to stick to one device but find it hard to do so as I like both platforms.
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Didn't you do that with the 6S+ and you soon gave back into temptation ;)
 
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I always tell myself that....but I am never able to do it. I end up getting an Android phone and an iPhone. Just can't stick to one as I miss the other........
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What a pay out monthly is a big reason

I love my sport and on android you can download apps that let you watch sport without paying these crazy fees for sky. A pass per month for all sky sports channels here is 33.99 a month. However on android I can watch any channel at any time free. I know some will disagree with this in terms of streaming but it's sure as hell free. Same with films like HD movie box and showbox.

Only thing I will need to pay for really would be my NBA league pass which is 23.99 a month. I would only need this these sites wouldn't show these games I don't think after the game. As being in the UK I won't get to watch many live.

So this plays a big factor in my android choice. Obviously thought I have an Apple Watch and Apple TV so I feel like I need to stick with it. That said iPad will always be my main usage in terms of tablets.
 
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The Game 161 said:
Looking like to get the note 7 I will need to sell my S7 edge and iPhone 6s Plus...would leave me with about 70-90 pounds left over.

Then when the iPhone 7 plus is out I can review whether to get that as well. I do feel though it's time to stick to one device but find it hard to do so as I like both platforms.
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Looking at the leaks for the iPhone, I've decided to stick to android exclusively until the 2017 iPhone at least. I'm going to give it a proper longterm run without ios. The s7 edge has been great and has been serving me well. At the moment I have no desire at all to return to Apple. My only issue is that if you stick with apple only, toy are limited to the amount of money you can waste changing phones but with android, there are so many to choose from and I could change every 3 months quite easily
 
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Didn't you do that with the 6S+ and you soon gave back into temptation ;)
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Yep pretty much :)

No doubt I will get the 7 plus if the space black model comes with waterproof and the duel camera is amazing ha
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yui4 said:
Looking at the leaks for the iPhone, I've decided to stick to android exclusively until the 2017 iPhone at least. I'm going to give it a proper longterm run without ios. The s7 edge has been great and has been serving me well. At the moment I have no desire at all to return to Apple. My only issue is that if you stick with apple only, toy are limited to the amount of money you can waste changing phones but with android, there are so many to choose from and I could change every 3 months quite easily
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Only thing in my head right now with some doubt is my s7 edge has been getting quite hot when I've been using it over a good period of time and gets very hot when on fast charging.

Not sure why.
 
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GIF maker with the S-pen is brilliant, especially in this day and age.
[doublepost=1470323109][/doublepost]I don't ever buy into the Note line, but it always succeeds at doing one thing: it makes me excited for the next Galaxy S.

I think Samsung has a pretty good game plan and schedule with their two flagships. One arrives early in the year, introduces a few new things which then get "perfected" with the Note that arrives later in the year. The Note typically will introduce a few new things, too, which then get "perfected" with the S8. And the cycle can repeat and continue.

I can't wait to see the S8 Edge adopt the new and improved curved display. I hardly get false touches now, but if it can eliminate that chance even more then I'm all for it. It might also help with the "green" tint that some people dislike. Plus the continued improvements to TouchWiz, the addition of Iris scanner, and hopefully more. One of the new things I hope they will add to the S8 is a capacitive home button/finger reader (ala OnePlus 3).

If the Google Nexus and Apple iPhone don't impress this year, it's a no brainer to wait for the S8 Edge.
 
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Samsung Cloud ...... Hope I'm not getting my hopes up, but this looks promising. This might be the equivalent to Apple's iCloud when it comes to backups and restoring. Will only be available for the Note 7 at the moment.

My biggest concern is Home Screen layout. If they actually achieved to restore the Home Screen layout as it was, meaning folders/ widgets/ and all, then I'll be very happy.

When I get my Note 7, I'm going to do a mock setup, install some apps, create folders and place widgets, then see if the backup and restore works like I hoped. Mainly if it restores it exactly how I left it, as they claim.


http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/samsung-cloud/?cid=ppc-


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LIVEFRMNYC said:
Samsung Cloud ...... Hope I'm not getting my hopes up, but this looks promising. This might be the equivalent to Apple's iCloud when it comes to backups and restoring. Will only be available for the Note 7 at the moment.

My biggest concern is Home Screen layout. If they actually achieved to restore the Home Screen layout as it was, meaning folders/ widgets/ and all, then I'll be very happy.

When I get my Note 7, I'm going to do a mock setup, install some apps, create folders and place widgets, then see if the backup and restore works like I hoped. Mainly if it restores it exactly how I left it, as they claim.


http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/samsung-cloud/?cid=ppc-


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That would be HUGE if they can do all that they claimed. Can't wait to see how your experiment goes.
 
jamezr said:
Here is Erica Griffin's first impressions on the Note 7.
She doesn't seem to like the iris scanner.
She loves the new TouchWiz and Grace UX

I am liking the new AOD note taking feature. Being able to pin notes to the screen so they are available when you pick up your phone. I use my phone as my grocery list. So i usually have to wake my phone to see my list and what is next when at the grocery store. Now I can just pick up my phone and AOD with the pinned note will show my list :)
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Haha you are like me. I'm using my Note as a grocery and don't forget list gadget too. But what is AOD?

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The majority do not want a removable battery if it impacts aesthetics just like they do not want a flat screen even for the Note if it results in an ugly phone. Go and buy another geeky android.
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It's my money so you are hardly in the position to tell me how to spend it. Also again majority where the facts to back it up? Would have been interesting if Samsung offered a flat and an edged version to find it out. Yes, the Note 7 in black looks absolutely gorgeaus thanks to the edges but if the false touches and the glare are still present that's a problem for a phone in the 800 $ + pricerange and I believe, I have a right to point out some flaws with it other than the non removable battery.
 
LIVEFRMNYC said:
Samsung Cloud ...... Hope I'm not getting my hopes up, but this looks promising. This might be the equivalent to Apple's iCloud when it comes to backups and restoring. Will only be available for the Note 7 at the moment.

My biggest concern is Home Screen layout. If they actually achieved to restore the Home Screen layout as it was, meaning folders/ widgets/ and all, then I'll be very happy.

When I get my Note 7, I'm going to do a mock setup, install some apps, create folders and place widgets, then see if the backup and restore works like I hoped. Mainly if it restores it exactly how I left it, as they claim.


http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/samsung-cloud/?cid=ppc-


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So it works from say s7 edge to note 7?
 
I just pre ordered the Blue Note 7, After seeing the latest iPhone leaks the past 24 hours, it makes me realize the 7 will have zero to get excited about over my current 6 Plus, so I figure Verizon gives 14 days to return the new phone, so I will play with the Note 7 for a week or so and if I like it, I will retire my iPhone until Apple steps it back up. Figure this is the year to try another phone with what will be offered by Apple in a few weeks.
 
Ive been on iphones all my life but this morning I pre-ordered the Note 7 from T-Mobile with Jump On Demand. I didnt require any money down but its $39.50 per month... a little steep
 
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Ok just got to fondle a N7. First place I went to, an ATT corporate store, had none there and said they wouldn't get any until the 13th. Terrible store, they didn't care I wanted 1 upgrade and 1 new line, discussing something on their personal phones was more important. Anyhow the first BB I went to last night didn't have any, but I went to a larger BB and there it was. First impressions, holy crap it's nice looking. Without a doubt the black one is the nicest looking one, absolute perfection (well if there was no logo at least). It felt great in the hand and it was very difficult to have any false touches, I am impressed and it seems like a non issue. I was also impressed with how narrow it is compared to my Note 5. The fit and finish are also impeccable, where the Note 5's frame was slightly raised the Note 7 is virtually flush. This is a seriously well built phone and I have no doubt when I say Samsung is the new king of fit and finish, besting even Apple.

I'll be going back later to pre order, just want to see the wife wants a N7 or a S7 since I'll be doing the BOGO deal. BOGO, plus get a free gear fit 2, good stuff. I'm just not sure if it's more reliable to order from an ATT store or from BB, what do you guys think?
 
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Oh man the N7 is growing on me way faster than it's good for my marriage (just bought a OP3 few weeks ago) ...

Aren't you black N7 buyers afraid of the black paint on the aluminum frame wearing off too fast?
 
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Oh man the N7 is growing on me way faster than it's good for my marriage (just bought a OP3 few weeks ago) ...

Aren't you black N7 buyers afraid of the black paint on the aluminum frame wearing off too fast?
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The grey on my Note 5's frame doesn't show any wear at all, and I abuse the hell out of it and have even dropped it a couple of times. I'm not sure if it's just polished, or it's painted grey though. The black frame might be an issue, but the fit and finish is so remarkable that I have faith in Samsung this won't be an issue.
 
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Got to have a nice hands on experience with the Note 7 at BB. I must say, the black oynex is so good looking! I love the design tweaks coming from the S7 Edge. I love how the front and back is symmetrical now. It really does feel much better than the S7 Edge in the hand. Also, when I flipped the S7 Edge in landscape to watch a video with one hand, the sharp edges on the S7 started to become uncomfortable. With the Note 7, there is more surface area for your finger to rest on and they have fixed this issue for me. I also like how they have squared off the corners. It looks more rectangular without being much bigger in size than the S7 Edge either. It's the best looking and designed smartphone out there. Being an Apple fanboy I just have to admit it.
 
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