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[Galaxy S III Accessories] aturyan:
Here's my video review of the CreTouch Smarllet Leather Wallet Case for the Samsung Galaxy S3.

[YOUTUBE]NDa7xy9vek8[/YOUTUBE]

Pros

Great construction and build quality

Vegetable leather gives a nice look and feel

Aesthetics are good overall

Offers cutouts for all ports and buttons

Cons

Wallet functionality needs a redesign

- Adds too much bulk

- Case quickly becomes thicker as you put cards in the card slots

Expensive

Conclusion

I can partially recommend the case for females who throw their phones in a purse or bag; for males, the case is way too bulky for comfortable everyday use. Regardless of the user though, I believe when one is $75 for a case, it should be near flawless so I cannot recommend the Cretouch Smarllet Leather Wallet Case for the Samsung Galaxy S3. The case still needs some polishing.

High res. pictures

13 more pictures on my blog.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrej201:
hey guys i just got an email from t mobile staring next 2 week they are going to be starting a 35 dollar plan unlimited everything..

i give you guys more detail later

GOTTA LOVE PREPAID
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] papabear:
Not a bad idea.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrej201:
yea man starting next week 35 unlimited talk text 3g and international

they didnt give us detail yet thought
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] baronsamedi:
What exactly is the plan?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrej201:
its a NEW PLAN COMING UP
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] jacky37:
Wow I'm on the $30 prepaid plan now if this is true 5 more dollars for unlimited everything is a steal! Can't wait
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] acrown:
Is this on contract? No more contracts for me.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] theoilman:
wow wish I had of known before I switched my number to google voice

oh well, maybe I can still switch it back in the future.

If this is a legit deal, Tmobile might as well throw out their contract deals all together- people are going to come flocking to this.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] achusaysblessyou:
talk, text, and 3G? No HSPA or LTE?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] twolfekc:
My exact thoughts
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mdt73:
I am currently in a 3G area and still getting great speeds. But I don't need to tether. Gonna have to look up the specifics, see if it's truly unlimited data, or cap'd at 4-5 gb.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] achusaysblessyou:
What's your definition of "great" speeds? 3 mbps? 5 mbps?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] SMARTPHONEPC:
Ditto, I want >5Mbps which in my limited neighborhood tests T-Mobile more consistently delivered than all other major carriers both indoors & outdoors to my surprise..(though Verizon did peak higher outdoors)

I'm leaning toward their $30/mo plan..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] achusaysblessyou:
Well guys, it's not exactly T-Mobile, but it looks to be a new MVNO they have:

http://www.tmonews.com/2012/12/t-mo...tnersupport-new-prepaid-brand-gosmart-mobile/

And it looks like it's $35 for unlimited call, text and web (2G speeds) since for $45 they have unlimited call, text, and high-speed web and it says 3G speeds right under the $45 plan, which means the "web" for the $35 plan will prob be 2G speeds.

I'd go with simple mobile, for $50, you get unlimited voice, text and 4G data (I don't believe there's a cap, but don't quote me on that).

I wish they had a plan for cheaper with 2GB of data, since I rarely use over 2GB... actually I don't think i ever have...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] aristo2jzgte:
Simple mobile do cap after 2gb
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] one80oneday:
Perfect for my wife who doesn't use the web much
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] papabear:
Tmo 30 $ plan. Just use google voice or something for talking
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] LucJoe:
Exactly. I use GrooveIP just because it's so easy to set up. No problems. $30 plan is basically unlimited.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] mrej201:
how does google voice work
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note II] achusaysblessyou:
Just google voice itself won't help. Google Voice is a service that will let you connect all your numbers to a central number, then depending on who calls, what time, etc. It will redirect the call to the appropriate number, but that requires you to have a number elsewhere (phone service elsewhere). Now if you combine Google Voice with some VoIP services, which let you make calls over a data connection (hence the IP part), then you essentially never have to or need to make traditional phone calls using minutes, etc.

Cons:

- data always on - more battery used

- set up - no matter how minimal or easy, my phone already has a built in dialer that works

- need to give out Google Voice # or pay $20 and end contract to port existing number to GV

Pros:

- no minutes used

- works anywhere with data connection (even abroad, but so does T-Mobile's Wifi Calling)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] jcnbama:
I am thinking of buying a PS3 controller to use with GTA and other games. Before I spend the money on the controller I am wondering if the app is compatible with the T989 Hercules? Thanks for any help!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] bmakk2055:
Yes it is
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] jcnbama:
Thanks! Now I won't have to worry about wasting the $25....:)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Galaxysm:
But don't u need a special cable for the ps3 remote to work on the phone? O.o was going to give it a try but was scared that was going to be needed.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] esema1o:
nop just need ur phone root :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Galaxysm:
Will give it a try :) I own a ps3 lol
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Jank4AU:
...moderating this forum. Just turn your computer on and go to sleep. :D
[AT&T LG Optimus G] TeeJay3800:
Pointless thread is pointless. :p Closed.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] jetpuck73:
Has anyone that has upgraded to 4.1.1 noticed any weird shading on the lockscreen? I know it wasn't like that before I did the update.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] Justinfedor:
No. Mine is jet black. Do your notification lights work
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] JohnM109R:
Yeah I noticed this to but just changed the pic :)
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] jetpuck73:
Yeah, my lights work.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] crystalstylez:
Like I posted in the other thread:

I think it has been like this. It make it looks like the lockscreen is underwater. I think it's done on purpose because my note 10.1 on ics is the same way. Turn the ripple effect off and it will go away.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] silver03wrx:
I need some testers. Who have maguro gsm galaxy nexus.

For aocp

I already released aocp for toro and toro plus. So pm me if u can test for maguro
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sheffield.dave:
just drop me a link to download and will try it :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] silver03wrx:
Thanks. Has been tested. Is available for download in dev section. Im closing this thread. Now.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] Futant55:
What is the reason Samsung change to 11 pin USB from 5 pin. Are there extra benefits or uses. Specified audio out? Does this make the note 2 USB 3.0 compliant?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II] jbplumbing.ca:
I think it is so you can do mhl out and usb otg at the same time. They have that smart dock with a hdmi out and 3 usb connections. The 5 pin could only do one or the other.
[Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go] qmlman:
I need FW 6.1.1.B.1.54 for Xperia Go. Did anyone got that? PLs update a link for me
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] mario24601:
What's a good app or way to close all apps at once?
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] irishtexmex:
Press the Home button. ;)
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] FaDeGFX:
lol apps dont close when you press the home button smart one. and op if you click the multi-window button(the one on the right of home button) you can swipe them all away really fast but dont really know about all at once
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] mario24601:
Yes was hoping for an all close at once type app. Had that on iPhone thought might have something similar.
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] ugotproblemz:
There are 3rd party app killers in the play store. Check there...

There was a stock task manager...but I guess Google removed it for JB
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] yyz71:
App killer:confused:
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] rcfcyl:
Cyanogenmod 10.1 has a button on the multitasking menu to do that. But it's kinda pointless except to clear the list of recently used apps. Android, if my understanding is correct, automatically fills the memory with tasks so killing apps is worse than pointless since you're just causing the system to prioritize unused background processes over the ones that you use more often.
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] Hung0702:
You should listen to this guy. I know you're coming from a different OS, so you aren't aware of how Android deals with memory. The system is very good at multitasking. Apps that have been idling in the background will be pushed out and won't consume resources or ramp up your CPU. By killing those apps, you force the system to have to reload and process resources necessary to start the app. Android will keep enough of the resources to quickly fire up the app, but restrict activity so that your battery is pretty much unaffected.

An analogy if you need it: Android will bookmark and close whatever you were reading. That way, you can move the book around or leave it on the shelf and quickly pick it up and continue from the last page you were on. You are requesting that the system instead just closes the book, and buries it in a box with other books, and which is located in the attic. It takes more resources to find the book and locate the page again. Just let Android do its thing. Any popular dev will tell you the same thing.

TL;DNR - Don't use a task killer, you will get far better battery life and performance if you let the system deal with system resources.

Don't listen to this guy. He used the phrase "smart one," which I haven't heard since I was in elementary school (and I thought it was un-clever and uselessly sarcastic then). He also thinks that swiping away apps from the recents menu kills them. This is not how Android works. AOKP devs will not implement a recents menu that actually does let you swipe to kill apps because it's a useless feature that does more harm than good (zero benefit, actually). Just trust that your system knows how to handle its resources.

TL;DNR - Swiping away apps from the recents menu doesn't kill them. Stop trying to kill apps; only do so if they're unresponsive.
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] kaiowas82:
If u really want it, aokp has this feature
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] dagaetch:
reboot?
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] 1234568:
Let's say I start loading a web page and quickly jump to another app before it's loaded, then when I return to Chrome the page is ready and waiting. Doesn't this imply that apps are not just simply bookmarked and closed, but may remain active in the background? I am asking, not saying btw.
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] isangelous:
Foreground apps are told that they are no longer in view, but are allowed to keep running if they wish. The OS will stop them if the memory is needed - which with 2GB is not very often on the nexus 4!
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] 1234568:
So Hung0702 was wrong on the last page when he said:

It seems as though background apps can use resources and may have a negative impact on battery. Now I have got to the bottom of this I also want a clear all button! :)
[Nexus 4 Themes and Apps] isangelous:
Yes, they can keep using resources in the background. However, they will usually not keep the cpu awake unless they have an actual background service, so they will not stop the device from sleeping. As far as I know this is not enforced, but most apps will release the wakelock when told to pause by the OS (because the app is now hidden). This means they shouldn't have much impact on battery life.

You can see what is currently running by going to Settings -> Apps and select the Running tab. The recent apps list is not the same - most will have actually closed when you hid them.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lostnuke:
Seems to me that you've already decided to get a different phone rather than give this one a chance.

I have large hands so I dont have any trouble.

/sent from my Gnote2 using tapacrap\
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Deckoz2302:
Gnex is an amoled screen not pen tile. I just came from a gnex..at first I thought my gnex was big...then I got an extended battery for grip and the phone was perfect...now ive given my wife the 4.2.1 gnex and got the note 2 for myself...well seidio hasnt come out with a convert extended case or battery yet so I can agree that the phone is cumbersome to hold and I dare not hold it upto my ear like a brick lol. Blue tooth only. But I am adjusting I've had the phone for four days lol. If any thing there needs to be a case with finger perches smack dab in the back middle of the phone so you can grip it and still articulate your thumb acroas the screen one handed without the phone being pushed all the way up in your palm
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] suzook:
Battery life on DNA is fine...I had it for 2weeks.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] timmyd463229:
I have normal sized hands I would say I don't really have any issues when I'm not texting I hold the phone in the middle so I can reach the whole device and I use the one hand keyboard for texting so that's not a big deal
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Marine6680:
If I had given up on it... I would have already taken it back... I was at the Verizon store today returning the flip cover as I didn't care for it. Asked about the proccess to swap devices... didn't.

To be honest... the limited number of good options available, and the thought of "possibly" getting an iPhone made me physically ill... Ugh nausea over a phone... something is wrong with me. :p

It is AMOLED with Pentile... Anandtech confirms Gnex pentile (plus I can see the pixels... as I have very good eyes)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] sleevasteve:
Dude, get a flygrip and call it a day ;)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Marine6680:
Interesting... but I think I would dislike it overall. It sticks to the back of the phone and looks cumbersome. Anything that I have to manipulate to make it work will not be useful when I am stuffed under an instrument panel of an airplane. LOL
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] guthrien:
I think as your post illustrates, there are just so many different phones for different use situations now. There's no reason to try to force one to be everything to everyone (yourself). It's a big phone. No one can make it seem like it's not, that's it's feature if you will. It's a notepad and a powerful mobile computing platform. It stands in for anyone who wants a multi use device to bridge the gap between a tablet/pc/phone.

I went from the iPhone to a much larger S3 and I never looked back. It was way larger, but I adjusted such that I couldn't look at a smaller screen and feel comfortable. It was large enough where I imagined using a phone just a bit larger that would take away some of that time I was wishing I had my tablet with me for reading and writing. Amazingly, that device exists and it looks like a larger version of the best phone I ever used, the S3. Hooray.

My point is this, think only of how you use the phone or how you want to use it. If comfort in the hand is primary, don't buy the Note 2. It's an amazing phone, but all those phones you listed are good. You have the option to break it down however you like. I considered the DNA for the beautiful screen, but I want expandable storage and battery, I wanted the option of the stylus. If it were about fitting in my pocket or hand most of all, I would never have left the S3.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Marine6680:
Yeah, other than size its got the features I wanted. I am hoping I can adapt... if anyone has some tips to help that along. I also have a TPU case coming in the mail sometime that may add some texture and keep the phone from feeling too slick.

The screen is very important to me... the quality anyway. If the screen is poor, then I am unhappy with the phone. Which is why I eliminated many options, including the SIII.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] snapz54:
here is an unboxing/preview of the flygrip.

http://www.examiner.com/article/unboxing-flygrip-kickstand-and-one-handed-phone-grip

Looks great, works great.

In and out of pocket isn't an issue.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] eman3316@optonline.net:
The GNEX is an Super Amoled screen that uses pentile technology.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] gnome_sayin:
First.. the Nexus DOES use a Pentile display. That has been beaten to death in various forums.

Second.. Flygrip? Really? I looked at their website and to me that thing is aweful. I do NOT want some big bulky thing protruding off the back of my phone. What is the purpose of it? To "hang" the phone off your fingers? Is this because you don't have a strong enough grip to hold the phone while manipulating it? Just seems very big and clunky to me.. and a nightmare to use with pants pockets.

I bought the standard shell case at Verizion that comes with a little fold out kick stand. If you are worried about the phone falling out of your hand and want the "hanging" thing that the flygrip offers, I verified that you can extend the kickstand on my verizon case and then slid a finger in the triangular gap.. so the weight is supported and the grip feels secure. Works pretty good! Not bad for a $15 case.

As for my Note 2. I'm a big guy (6'8") so this phone is PERFECT for me, proportionally speaking.

My wife has the Rezound (4.3" display).. it was funny to test our phones by putting it in our palm and reaching across with our thumbs. Her thumb extended past the edge of the screen a fraction of an inch farther than me.. so really, my GIANT note is really no bigger than her Rezound, when in the hand.

It's a big phone. Period.

I have done a few things to help when it comes to one handed use. There aren't many frustrations for me, but one of them is getting at the notifications, via the pull down menu.

I ditched the stock Sense launcher for Nova Launcher.. MUCH more customizable.

In Nova, I added a row and column of icons so the vast real estate of this phone can be much better utilized. How can this help with one handed use? Well now that you have more icons, closer together.. you can put them along one side of the phone to get at them more easily if you wish.

In Nova, I set up a couple gestures. When not in an app, I have an "down" gesture to open the notification panel. That right there solved my biggest frustration.. having to reach up and drag my thumb down to get at the panel. HUGE help!

The other gesture I set up was a "up" gesture to open the most recent apps list. Another shortcut allowing me to reach less with the thumb.

With Nova Launcher, you can set up all kinds of gestures.. use them to your one handed advantage!

I think having a case is a huge help. I don't really like the glossy back that Sammy chose for the phone. I highly suggest a case that has a soft or rubbery feel. I can't stand silicone cases as they stick in my pockets.. but most of the hard shell type cases the phone snaps into seem great. There are some really low profile cases out there that add almost no bulk.

I also, sadly, ditched the stock keyboard for swift key. I LOOVVVEEED the stock keyboard at first with the dedicated number row. But seriously.. no autocorrect?? WTF? I need that. so I went to swift key and have really enjoyed it so far.

That's about all I have for now..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] drum747:
After 5 days with this phone you couldn't pry it from my average size hands!

Sent from my rooted SGH-1605
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Marine6680:
Some good suggestions Gnome.

Not sure if they will solve all my issues, but they may help some.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Its TwiX:
I don't normally have to use this device one handed... but what advice can I give? Use Nova Launcher and Swipepad.

Nova gives you many one handed and two handed gestures. This helps a lot for the hard to reach areas like notifications.

Swipepad gives you 12 shortcuts (and an add on you can buy for more) to any app you want as well as shortcuts with the swipe of your finger from whatever edge of the screen you would like. I set it on the mid right edge and swipe in with my thumb and tada!

Hope this helps!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] flaring afro:
I prefer having things larger across the screen, but there are one hand settings that make the dialer, stock keyboard, etc stay to one side that you choose. If your thumb can't make it all the way over, turn this on.

Typing in landscape with both thumbs is MUCH faster anyways though. Two fingers is going to be faster than one.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Marine6680:
Even with one handed mode it can be difficult.

I am getting better at it, but still not sure.

A case that has a good grippiness to it or a ridge/groove in the middle would allow some grip when using one handed where your hand can't wrap around the phone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] melbell:
It's not about strength at all. My fingers are stupid short and if I'm holding the phone securely in my palm, I can just BARELY reach the middle of this beast. I almost got a flygrip but, like you, I opted for the rubberized case from Verizon with the kickstand, and I have found that to be a perfectly viable, AND FLAT when not in use, flygrip alternative.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] flaring afro:
I hold my phone with other my 4 fingers, not my palm. This is more comfortable and just as secure.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] rEVOLVE:
This is exactly what t I was going to say. A "strong enough grip" will mean you're going to give your hand a cramp eventually - your phone should rest in your hand without any tension your fingers or hand even applying a small amount of squeezing pressure will cause fatigue and pain. People who use desk mice and get "claw hand" injuries essentially have their hands in the same position..

The flygrip was always something i was intrigued by, except pricing did not seem worth it to me. I realized the rubberized case w/ the built in kickstand actually works the same if you just pop out the kickstand and let your finger(s) rest in the "hole" that the kickstand makes when it's popped out. It's not the best looking case, but it beats a lot of other cases in protection and utility due to the thin form factor while having the kickstand (i've actually bought the Razr one previously and cut the back part to stick onto the back of my tablet case for the kickstad part, lol).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] sleevasteve:
The flygrip just makes it so much more comfortable to hold and use, especially one handed. I can reach must of the screen without it, but not "comfortably" and you have to worry about gripping it...where as with flygrip, it just hangs freely from your hand!

I wasn't sure about it hanging off the back of the phone either, but I just flip it over, or pop the kickstand out and either set it in landscape or upside down portrait, which works great with Ultimate Rotation Control app, to flip it 180(it sits VERY firmly, and is just at a nice slight angle). I'm sure it's not for everybody, but I couldn't imagine using ANY phone without it now. It's all about comfort and convenience for me. It also comes with a free case, which helps justify the price a bit, and if you don't like it, I promise if you demo it for a few friends, you could sell it to them on the spot. I've already had 3 people buy their own after seeing mine.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] lostnuke:
I seem to find myself using two hands more and more. Even though i have large hands. I've become very comfortable double fisting this thing. Still love the phone.

/sent from my Gnote2 using tapacrap\
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] Marine6680:
Unless you have your fingers wrapped around the edges at least a little, it is not secure... you can't rest the thing on your fingers and then tilt your hand over, it will fall.