Galaxy S7

[MRU]

VRS design case arrived

The lip of the front of the case is causing havoc with the Zagg shield. Likewise the funky back, creates a kind of shininess against the rear glass of the device when pressed.

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Full of variables that test, about as un-scientific as you can get. I really don't buy these 'lap' tests one bit as if they take longer to press a single app it affects the results.
Just saying.

It can ... but not by 40 + seconds. And at the end of the day all tests regardless of what they are (camera / speed tests etc..) can all be manipulated or fundamentally affected by tester variables. Very few of these tests results are actually 100% 'scientific'. They are all based on basic set parameter but then at the mercy of the tester and their own interpretation of the result, and we all know interpretations can be very different - even in the scientific community.

All the video seems to indicate to me is that there is some throttling on the 820. Is it the end of the world or a deal breaker? Not really, as buyers wont be comparing these SKU's side by side as there is only one sku (SOC) option for their region; making the comparison merely of curiosity/interest - but one that has no 'purchase' implications in the real world.

When we have a choice of which SKU to buy - then a video like this may have some impact on your purchasing decision. However as it stands it doesn't. If you are in the USA / Canada and want to buy the S7 or S7e, want full carrier support (LTE bands, Wifi Calling etc..) you will be getting the 820 model regardless.

 

[grkm3]

Full of variables that test, about as un-scientific as you can get. I really don't buy these 'lap' tests one bit as if they take longer to press a single app it affects the results.
Just saying.

I would agree with you but when one phone is 40+ seconds behind a few mili seconds touching the apps to run won't affect the end result.

 

[SteveJUAE]

BTW just got MM update for my old S6 today lets hope Sammy on a role with these updates, although I think there is a bit too much hype over frequency of IOS update intervals over Android, maybe IOS just needs fixing more often LOL

 

[MRU]

BTW just got MM update for my old S6 today lets hope Sammy on a role with these updates, although I think there is a bit too much hype over frequency of IOS update intervals over Android, maybe IOS just needs fixing more often LOL

It's not the frequency of updates - it's the speedy rollout of major updates such as iOS 8,9 and forthcoming 10. Whereas on Android you are waiting 6 months for a major OS update after it launched on a nexus device and you are also likely to see less major updates - possibly only 1 per generation of device (unless your a nexus) if you're lucky.

 

[msavic]

When we have a choice of which SKU to buy - then a video like this may have some impact on your purchasing decision. However as it stands it doesn't. If you are in the USA / Canada and want to buy the S7 or S7e, want full carrier support (LTE bands, Wifi Calling etc..) you will be getting the 820 model regardless.

Luckily Canada gets the Exynos processor so it's really only the United States that has the Snapdragon in North America.

I have yet to pick up my S7 Edge, I'm still weighing the pros and cons of upgrading from my S6. The screen protector situation is putting me off the most as I'm finding it hard to give up my tempered glass protector. It also doesn't help that I am OCD about scratches and going without a screen protector really isn't an option.

 

[Fernandez21]

Luckily Canada gets the Exynos processor so it's really only the United States that has the Snapdragon in North America.

I have yet to pick up my S7 Edge, I'm still weighing the pros and cons of upgrading from my S6. The screen protector situation is putting me off the most as I'm finding it hard to give up my tempered glass protector. It also doesn't help that I am OCD about scratches and going without a screen protector really isn't an option.

Would an unlocked Canadian S7 work in the US?

 

[MRU]

Would an unlocked Canadian S7 work in the US?

As long as it had all the LTE bands it's should. Otherwise you'll only get HSPA+ speeds on data.

 

[SteveJUAE]

Luckily Canada gets the Exynos processor so it's really only the United States that has the Snapdragon in North America.

I have yet to pick up my S7 Edge, I'm still weighing the pros and cons of upgrading from my S6. The screen protector situation is putting me off the most as I'm finding it hard to give up my tempered glass protector. It also doesn't help that I am OCD about scratches and going without a screen protector really isn't an option.

I tried the curved glass screen protector without much success when coupled with a case and now have what can only be described as a rubberised film front and back that's fitted by a local shop, you should have no problem in getting something for your OCD

Glass Screen cover:

 

[nordique]

I have the silver, my wife has gold and my dad has black. They all look good, but the silver just stood out as unique, which is why I got it. But you seriously can't go wrong with any of the colours.

Fantastic. Thanks

I have silver currently. Looks unique!! Very beautiful colour - but I may switch to the black version.

fantastic deal in Canada right now to get it for 0$ on contract. Took advantage of that while trading in an old iPhone 3G!

I'm also enjoying the discussion regarding the screen protectors. This thread is excellent.

 

[apolloa]

VRS design case arrived

The lip of the front of the case is causing havoc with the Zagg shield. Likewise the funky back, creates a kind of shininess against the rear glass of the device when pressed.

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It can ... but not by 40 + seconds. And at the end of the day all tests regardless of what they are (camera / speed tests etc..) can all be manipulated or fundamentally affected by tester variables. Very few of these tests results are actually 100% 'scientific'. They are all based on basic set parameter but then at the mercy of the tester and their own interpretation of the result, and we all know interpretations can be very different - even in the scientific community.

All the video seems to indicate to me is that there is some throttling on the 820. Is it the end of the world or a deal breaker? Not really, as buyers wont be comparing these SKU's side by side as there is only one sku (SOC) option for their region; making the comparison merely of curiosity/interest - but one that has no 'purchase' implications in the real world.

When we have a choice of which SKU to buy - then a video like this may have some impact on your purchasing decision. However as it stands it doesn't. If you are in the USA / Canada and want to buy the S7 or S7e, want full carrier support (LTE bands, Wifi Calling etc..) you will be getting the 820 model regardless.

I would agree with you but when one phone is 40+ seconds behind a few mili seconds touching the apps to run won't affect the end result.

Maybe, but I do believe every single synthetic benchmark shows the Snap Dragon device to be quite a bit faster, yet this guy apparently shows the complete opposite.
As I said just saying, I would never trust these so called speed tests.

 

[mel823]

Got a FedEx Shipment notification from Brightpoint. I think it's the Gear VR.

 

[Lloydbm41]

Would an unlocked Canadian S7 work in the US?

Doesn't Rogers equate to ATT in the States? Same freqs for data? As I recall, updates for Rogers and ATT have been used interchangeably on XDA?

 

[Fernandez21]

Doesn't Rogers equate to ATT in the States? Same freqs for data? As I recall, updates for Rogers and ATT have been used interchangeably on XDA?

Not sure about LTE, but they were the same up until 3g.

 

[nviz22]

Can anyone comment on Wi-Fi calling issues, texting issues, MMS issues, and screen sensitivity on their GS7 Edge w/ T-Mobile? Thanks. I have all those issues. That's why I have been using my iPhone all week.

 

[Klyster]

Maybe, but I do believe every single synthetic benchmark shows the Snap Dragon device to be quite a bit faster, yet this guy apparently shows the complete opposite.
As I said just saying, I would never trust these so called speed tests.

But his test isn't synthetic, it's more real world.
Exynos seems to be better with battery life too.
Either way, it's no slouch but I'd be more inclined to purchase the exynos version from all I've seen........if I wasn't waiting for my Note 6

 

[grkm3]

Maybe, but I do believe every single synthetic benchmark shows the Snap Dragon device to be quite a bit faster, yet this guy apparently shows the complete opposite.
As I said just saying, I would never trust these so called speed tests.

He is not the only one showing the exynos beating the snapdragon

 

[Lloydbm41]

Can anyone comment on Wi-Fi calling issues, texting issues, MMS issues, and screen sensitivity on their GS7 Edge w/ T-Mobile? Thanks. I have all those issues. That's why I have been using my iPhone all week.

Not sure about wifi calling, since I don't use it, but I don't have any issues at all and I use texting and MMS quite a bit every day. I'm using the stock Samsung texting app vice Hangouts or any 3rd party texting app if that helps?

 

[msavic]

Would an unlocked Canadian S7 work in the US?

Yeah it should work fine with the only issues being Wifi Calling and VoLTE for T-Mobile users otherwise you would be good to go.

The other thing to consider is Canadian Carriers are absolutely horrific with regards to updates, for example my S6 is still on 5.1.1 and has only received maybe 3 updates since April. The marshmallow update was supposed to be released on March 13 but it has been delayed until April 13th and potentially even later.

 

[nviz22]

Not sure about wifi calling, since I don't use it, but I don't have any issues at all and I use texting and MMS quite a bit every day. I'm using the stock Samsung texting app vice Hangouts or any 3rd party texting app if that helps?

My dad says he doesn't have issues and I have gone through two devices, so I think it could be my ISP network or T-Mobile's service.

 

[mel823]

I returned my S7 yesterday. Don't know if I should give it another try. I really like the device. Or maybe I should hold on to my 6s and wait for the Note. Or I could see if I could find a 128GB S6 for cheap. I do miss the IR blaster and I really liked that device as well.

 

[HiDEF]

My dad says he doesn't have issues and I have gone through two devices, so I think it could be my ISP network or T-Mobile's service.

You might want to call TMO, maybe they can help you out. It could also be that your switching your sim between two devices.

 

[nviz22]

You might want to call TMO, maybe they can help you out. It could also be that your switching your sim between two devices.

They said they'll investigate their network to see what the issue is. I had to switch SIMs entirely w/ the one that came in the box before. I even deregistered iMessage online, but to no avail.

 

[epicrayban]

I supposed the question really should be is there any reason to turn it on ?

I guess to refresh the device a bit. Isn't it good to do that once in a while? With this setting, I don't have to do it manually. Or is the restart thing a myth and unnecessary?
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I received the Gear VR today, even though the email stated April 1. So you guys might also get it much sooner.

Nice. How is it? How do you navigate menus while your device is in the headset?
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Don't forget you can have folders on the edge

My minimalist set up:


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Wait, how did you add folders to your edge panel???
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Yes it means your not limited to your top 10 however you can't use the icon changer app (posted earlier) on the edge screen as the new icons do not show up on the selection screen, unless someone knows what directory to place them in so they are found ?

I also have some of the EHZ Studio paid edge apps (Call Logs, messages, File explorer, Quick settings) they are all a bit laggy and seem to need to refresh far too often and the file explorer locks up, most are customisable (colours/transparency) to a degree, some more than others but the quick settings has none you are stuck with the blue and white icons.

I would not recommend current versions, here's 2 locked up and white/blue icons

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Honestly, I find the Edge software functions more and more useful as I continue using this device. I go to them more and more. That little tab is almost always there, always waiting, always reliable; reliable enough to execute various commands from. It's fantastic. As I've said before, it provides only a small measure of convenience, but all those small measures add up.

Kudos to Samsung for building on this feature. Feels great using it with the physical Edge panel, too.
[doublepost=1459010402][/doublepost]Just want to share with you guys my S7 Edge pouch that I got from Etsy. I'm rocking my S7 Edge completely naked (no screen protector either!). I'll continue rocking it naked most of the time, but for those few times it's being thrown in a bag or something, I'll have this pouch:


Just want to give a quick heads up to the cute wrapping. Shipped all the way from Germany.

Half leather, half felt. Handmade. Fits the phone perfectly.

I chose the lighter leather. There are darker options available on Etsy.

Provides a decent amount of protection. Doesn't add too much bulk, and still very light. Great craftsmanship, too. Well put together.

Lots of beautiful pouches on Etsy. For iPhones, iPads, and Macbooks, too. I have similar leather/felt ones for my iPad and MacBook Air. Love them all.

 

[msavic]

I tried the curved glass screen protector without much success when coupled with a case and now have what can only be described as a rubberised film front and back that's fitted by a local shop, you should have no problem in getting something for your OCD

Glass Screen cover:

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I have high hopes for the Zagg Contour Glass that is supposedly releasing soon but for the time being I'm not quite sure what I would use. The issues I have with the wet apply protectors is the orange Peel effect and reduced screen quality. The dry application film type don't seem to stick down on the edges from what I have seen.

 

[MRU]

I have high hopes for the Zagg Contour Glass that is supposedly releasing soon but for the time being I'm not quite sure what I would use. The issues I have with the wet apply protectors is the orange Peel effect and reduced screen quality. The dry application film type don't seem to stick down on the edges from what I have seen.

The Zagg HD Dry does, but still wouldn't recommend it tbh.