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Samsung Galaxy Note 10
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Ok so I just came back from Best Buy reviewing the Note 10. And while impressive... IT'S STILL TEAM iPhone for me.
With that said, the device is very impressive. The screen is SUPER IMMERSIVE!!!
However, I soon realized I just don't have the time or resources to up end my lifestyle by getting this phone; after reviewing, nor would I want to. That's not a knock, but my preference.
iPhone fit and finish still remain the best. Aesthics are huge for me, and this phone still doesn't match my Xs Max. The Note 10 screen is more vibrant than my Xs Max and makes even the Xs Max feel small. The hole punch was a non-issue.
I can't get behind the square shape of the phone. Wasn't able to test the S-Pen thoroughly as it was locked down and the phone was in display mode.
Overall I think Samsung fans will be pleased. It's not for me though. Guess I'm looking forward to September for my next tech fix.
With that said, the device is very impressive. The screen is SUPER IMMERSIVE!!!
However, I soon realized I just don't have the time or resources to up end my lifestyle by getting this phone; after reviewing, nor would I want to. That's not a knock, but my preference.
iPhone fit and finish still remain the best. Aesthics are huge for me, and this phone still doesn't match my Xs Max. The Note 10 screen is more vibrant than my Xs Max and makes even the Xs Max feel small. The hole punch was a non-issue.
I can't get behind the square shape of the phone. Wasn't able to test the S-Pen thoroughly as it was locked down and the phone was in display mode.
Overall I think Samsung fans will be pleased. It's not for me though. Guess I'm looking forward to September for my next tech fix.
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I'm still mulling over the idea of grabbing this device, but also thought I could get an s10+ for way less and still get a few extra things with it, headphone jack. The s pen, with my previous notes I didn't really use it.
My mom told me something interesting tonight and that she kind of missed having her note 5. I got her a pixel 2 XL last year thinking she wouldn't have a backlog of software updates (maybe I need to enable auto updates for her) and she has a backlog of updates because she doesn't know if or what to update) I was talking about the 10 and if I didn't like it...
Here is the new:
I'm still mulling over the idea of grabbing this device, but also thought I could get an s10+ for way less and still get a few extra things with it, headphone jack. The s pen, with my previous notes I didn't really use it.
My mom told me something interesting tonight and that she kind of missed having her note 5. I got her a pixel 2 XL last year thinking she wouldn't have a backlog of software updates (maybe I need to enable auto updates for her) and she has a backlog of updates because she doesn't know if or what to update) I was talking about the 10 and if I didn't like it...
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I’m moving over from s max to note 10 plus. I’m thinking this would hold me over for few years.
One of the main reasons I'm not ponying up for the Note 10.
Don't they usually have the same camera as the S line anyway? Still disappointing though. Adding a tof seems to be all they've added. But then the S10 5G has that anyway.
Yeah normally but rumours were camera improvements. But guess not...maybe better zoom in S11 for example
I think if you have the S10 plus no point paying more for a few extra features
Rumours suggest new sensors in the S11 as well. I thought it made more sense to have new tech in the Note, which is supposed to be their do all, have all phone. Thought the Note might have the 855+.
The processing of photos could do with a boost. No doubt Google will make further improvements with the 4.
From what I can see, the main change for the cameras is you can now doodle spaghetti noodles on your friend's heads. 
No. The Note is nothing special above and beyond the S series this year. You get a few little extras here and there but that's about it. I'm still switching over. My husband is not.
No. The Note is nothing special above and beyond the S series this year. You get a few little extras here and there but that's about it. I'm still switching over. My husband is not.
The normal Note badly downgraded but the plus is not too bad.
I think they just wanted to get a regular sized Note into the mix and see what the sales were like. Pretty much a Galaxy S phone with the S-Pen.
I feel like the Note 10+ is the real note this year so to speak.
Yep exactly the plus is the real note and the normal is probably a test .
I find it a little surprising that nobody in the tech press has mentioned this. It's the first thing I thought when I saw the specs.
Look how the 6.8 inch screen of N10 is inviting, open and squarish(less curved) than s10+.
On top of that it has slightly better process, better fast charging power, S pen and 12 Gb ram..etc...etc..
So what more can you ask?
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On top of that it has slightly better process, better fast charging power, S pen and 12 Gb ram..etc...etc..
So what more can you ask?
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You don't need to convince me, I bought two at full price. No trade-in discount, or any discount of any kind. To be honest, it's the only phone I don't have an issue paying $1500 for. Yup, that's how much the N10+ cost up North. As long as I take good care of the devices, I should be able to get a good trade-in discount, 2yrs down, when I go for the Galaxy Fold 3.
Just for S and G:
Look what I would get if I continued with Apple. Dang, thanks, but no thanks. So again, the exact price before tax on N10+ is $1469, with 256GB/12GB RAM, SPen and screen digitizer. Hardware that should truly increase the price of any device. Then I see this, sorry I just can't anymore. These days, I see the ecosystem more as a trap and a loss off flexibility.
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I just discovered I never peeled off all the plastic from my S10+.
Well that's good. I'm at the beach and I've gotten sand all over all of my phones the last few days. Fortunately I've incurred no scratches...at least not on my phones. I, however, got b***h slapped by a jellyfish when hit by a wave. But only on my left side. I need to get stung on my right side so I won't feel uneven.
I'm really looking forward to the more rectangular shape and display on the Note 10+. I'm also happy the SPen on the Aura Glow model is deep blue. I bought blue cases before I knew about that, and now that I know I'm ridiculously pleased with my order.
I think I'm going to be happy with it. I did forget I'm giving up the 02 and Heart rate sensor. But I don't think I've used those recently. They were an interesting novelty but I found them more useful on wearables.
I'll miss VR but I'm moving over to using VR on my PC. I think the Note 10+ will keep me plenty busy with the new capabilities it offers in video recording and editing. This is something that will be fun to share with the kids.
I think this is going to be the perfect member of my "smartphone team." I'd dearly love all that the iPhone Pro is rumored to offer. But I'm probably shut out of all that. Even if it turns out I can use their OLED models. If they put all their best features in the biggest model, well I can't pocket that Max sized phone. My daily driver/main phone has to be something I can easily carry. 11r is still my best bet and first choice among the iPhones.
I know this 2019 summer/fall phone season isn't the "wow year" most people seem to be looking for. But for me personally it's shaping up nicely. I can acknowledge disappointment with what isn't coming to fruition but still get a kick out of what's on the table.
Well that's good. I'm at the beach and I've gotten sand all over all of my phones the last few days. Fortunately I've incurred no scratches...at least not on my phones. I, however, got b***h slapped by a jellyfish when hit by a wave. But only on my left side. I need to get stung on my right side so I won't feel uneven.
I'm really looking forward to the more rectangular shape and display on the Note 10+. I'm also happy the SPen on the Aura Glow model is deep blue. I bought blue cases before I knew about that, and now that I know I'm ridiculously pleased with my order.
I think I'm going to be happy with it. I did forget I'm giving up the 02 and Heart rate sensor. But I don't think I've used those recently. They were an interesting novelty but I found them more useful on wearables.
I'll miss VR but I'm moving over to using VR on my PC. I think the Note 10+ will keep me plenty busy with the new capabilities it offers in video recording and editing. This is something that will be fun to share with the kids.
I think this is going to be the perfect member of my "smartphone team." I'd dearly love all that the iPhone Pro is rumored to offer. But I'm probably shut out of all that. Even if it turns out I can use their OLED models. If they put all their best features in the biggest model, well I can't pocket that Max sized phone. My daily driver/main phone has to be something I can easily carry. 11r is still my best bet and first choice among the iPhones.
I know this 2019 summer/fall phone season isn't the "wow year" most people seem to be looking for. But for me personally it's shaping up nicely. I can acknowledge disappointment with what isn't coming to fruition but still get a kick out of what's on the table.
Just got some hands on time with them, and yup, I made the right choice for me with the smaller Note. The screen is just about the SAME as my Note 9, but it feels soooo much more compact and comfortable in the hand, and that’s with the security cable attached. The curved sides seem a bit better than my Note 9, though I still prefer flat.
Still can’t get over how compact it feels with almost the same size screen as the Note 9. Here it is side by side with my Note 9 and iPhone XS.
Still can’t get over how compact it feels with almost the same size screen as the Note 9. Here it is side by side with my Note 9 and iPhone XS.
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That is a nice compact form factor. What did you think of the display? I'm going to be losing some Pixel density going from the S10+ to the Note 10+. I was wondering how the ppi hit to the smaller Note 10's display strikes people. I wish I could run over to BB to see for myself but I am vacationing with extended family and don't have my car with me, so I have to kind of follow the herd for the most part.Just got some hands on time with them, and yup, I made the right choice for me with the smaller Note. The screen is just about the SAME as my Note 9, but it feels soooo much more compact and comfortable in the hand, and that’s with the security cable attached. The curved sides seem a bit better than my Note 9, though I still prefer flat.
Still can’t get over how compact it feels with almost the same size screen as the Note 9. Here it is side by side with my Note 9 and iPhone XS.
When you say aesthetics, do you mean materials and build? Every year this phone is tougher and tougher for me to pass up.. I always do, and I’m not exactly sure why. Might just be laziness of switching over all my gear, or it may be along the lines of the aesthetics piece you’ve mentioned.
I didn't notice the drop in PPI in my limited time with it, just remember it was under the lights at best buy, on a security cable, and it wasn't for long (there were other people there and I didn't want to "hog" it).
The curve and resolution of the display were my biggest letdowns from the announcement, and I still wish they would've gone with a flat QHD display, but after holding and seeing it today, it seems like those won't be that big of a deal.
At a beach and no pics??!I just discovered I never peeled off all the plastic from my S10+.
Well that's good. I'm at the beach and I've gotten sand all over all of my phones the last few days. Fortunately I've incurred no scratches...at least not on my phones. I, however, got b***h slapped by a jellyfish when hit by a wave. But only on my left side. I need to get stung on my right side so I won't feel uneven.
I'm really looking forward to the more rectangular shape and display on the Note 10+. I'm also happy the SPen on the Aura Glow model is deep blue. I bought blue cases before I knew about that, and now that I know I'm ridiculously pleased with my order.
I think I'm going to be happy with it. I did forget I'm giving up the 02 and Heart rate sensor. But I don't think I've used those recently. They were an interesting novelty but I found them more useful on wearables.
I'll miss VR but I'm moving over to using VR on my PC. I think the Note 10+ will keep me plenty busy with the new capabilities it offers in video recording and editing. This is something that will be fun to share with the kids.
I think this is going to be the perfect member of my "smartphone team." I'd dearly love all that the iPhone Pro is rumored to offer. But I'm probably shut out of all that. Even if it turns out I can use their OLED models. If they put all their best features in the biggest model, well I can't pocket that Max sized phone. My daily driver/main phone has to be something I can easily carry. 11r is still my best bet and first choice among the iPhones.
I know this 2019 summer/fall phone season isn't the "wow year" most people seem to be looking for. But for me personally it's shaping up nicely. I can acknowledge disappointment with what isn't coming to fruition but still get a kick out of what's on the table.