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[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Martins2759:
Will there be a note pro 8.4? I don't know where Samsung is going with this, but we need a new note 8... :/
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Dead Metal:
Pretty sure there's going to be a Note 8 2014 edition, the reason why it's not out or announced yet is simple, this device came out in April 2013, and gadgets get refreshed every 12 months. That's why the Note 10 received its 2014 update last September while the 8 didn't.

What would Samsung look like if they killed a device and replaced it before its 12 month life circle was complete?

I don't have a Note 8 yet since I'm holding out for the refresh and I cannot wait, since the Note 8 is pretty much the perfect tablet for me, and based on the current Note line up the 8 2014 will be I don't know ... super perfect?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] FaeMinx:
Well, the current Note 8.0 is still pretty awesome... even if the refresh resolves the issue of no flash and poor battery life... think I'm going to stick it out and use this tab till the 2015 edition...
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] AB33:
I bought my Note 8.0 in early December and I have been able to get so much work done towards my dissertation research. I read my textbooks on the Kindle app and use the S-Pen to take screen shots of important pages and websites while writing notes in S Note. I have only had it for a month but it feels like I have been able to cover 3-4 months worth of work that I would have had to do with my laptop and paper. The screen size even allows me to do research and take notes while I am laying on the sofa or parked in my car. I couldn't wait for the 2014 edition. The improvements will probably be incremental for my needs, like going from an S3 to an S4.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Gadgety:
I agree for two reasons, first I just bought a 4g version new and sim free from an operator for less than 168 GBP. Second Samsung introduced the Note 8 in February of last year, I believe at the MWC, which is coming up shortly, and they like to stay at a regular cycle.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] SirLance99:
I need this now
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Martins2759:
Sometimes I find myself having identity issues with my note 8... :) I mean, I'm kind of disappointed with my usage of the S-pen in some days, but other it's just awesome to have... :) I don't know if I'm going to hold for the note 8.4 pro or buy the tab pro 8.4, but honestly, the S-pen with the new features (the note 3 ones), are much better, but it all depends on the price... Oh, and that screen... :)
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] alvinlts:
The stylus is not really a must for me, but the high res screen, the improved CPU and sleeker form factor definitely is.

This reminds me I used to have the Tab 7.7, which got significantly downgraded with its replacement(s) - no amoled screen, worse fit and finish, smaller battery w/ issues, etc...

I probably won't wait for the note 8 replacement - god knows where samsung will go with this product line. The Tab Pro 8.4 is good enough as is.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] The MBG:
I wouldn't like to see an amoled screen, I had an S4 for a few days and I just didn't like the grainy whites/greys when browsing websites or reading. My number one wish is for a battery life bump, my N5110's battery is just so unpredictable from charge to charge.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Han Solo 1:
How is there not a 2014 edition yet?

The iPad Retina Mini is crushing every mid-sized tablet right now, and the Note 8, with that awesome S-Pen + upgraded screen specs, will be a great tool to fight back with.

Samsung is dropping the ball here.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] rirawin:
probably because the note 8 hasn't been as successful as they wanted.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] mikefnz:
I am waiting patiently for a black 'retina' 2014 version. However, I won't wait for six months.

The Asus Vivo Tab Note 8 will be tempting...

Yes, yes, Windows, but I won't wait forever.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Kirrrr:
It has 1280x800 screen. What a point?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] bona.pardede:
8inch perfect size

I think the 8inch is the perfect size for the tablet. It is not big but also not to small so we can easily read content and write notes. I have own ipad2 but its to heavy to carry around. The note 8 is perfect and not to obvious to other people when you carry it.

This note already replaced my agenda.

If they can reduce the bezel size and increase the screen size would be lovely. Just like the LG G2.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Kirrrr:
iPad Air do the trick about weight. But it still not small of course.

Sounds good. But what about handling tablet by one hand with thumb laying on the front surface? I guess, Note without bezel is not handy enough, especially when working with stylus.

Smaller bezel is good, but not so small as it done in Galaxy Tab 8.

IMHO
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] ducklas1:
Come on guys...there is 100% coming a note 8.0 2014 Vers. But i am not going to wait another 8 or more month to get this device for the price of the current Note 8.0...so I bought one yesterday and it is fantastic indeed. Wont want to miss this anymore and glad i bought it. Had an iPad 4G before and you cant compare the functionality of the Note 8.0 and Android to the iPad.Wow!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Han Solo 1:
Yes, except that the 8.0's screen resolution is unacceptable. I'd rather wait for the 2014 version than have to deal with a pixelated screen...
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Shofar1:
My eyes are getting old but I find the screen on the 8, great.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] efanatic:
The screen on the note 8 is a great screen. I have a nook HD and HD+ and both have a higher res screen but look horrible compared to the notes lower res screen
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Han Solo 1:
How is this possible? If you look at the same full HD picture, web page, or movie, and you compare an actual HD screen to a screen that has 1280 x 800 @ 189ppi, the lower res screen is not going to be as good. It's just technology.

I just don't know why Samsung can't even drop a hint that something is coming. I hope they don't drop the smaller Note and simply surrender to the iPad mini. The smaller Tab is not going to beat out the mini because it's pretty much like every other tablet. The Note series sets it apart from anything else that is out there.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] efanatic:
its all about screen quality. I have compared all 3 with the same pics(taken with my canon 60D) and movies(1080p). The 8 looks better. Hands down. Resolution isnt everything
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Kirrrr:
You're right. Partially.

HDPI is not for pics and movies. Well, it's good for these things too. But first of all it's for reading, for smooth accurate fonts and graphics.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Han Solo 1:
Yes and as someone who reads ebooks and wants to use a Note tablet for writing notes and web browsing, HDPI quality is critical.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] deserthi:
Here's what I am doing. Refurbished note 8 from amazon. Return just before 30 days is up. Then buy refurbished from another store and 30 day return. That almost gets me to April when I will buy the new one.:angel:
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
Mobile World Congress in in february, it just -has- to show up there. Also;

"Other rumors about this popular smartphone manufacturer gave us a hint that Samsung might use MWC to update its Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 version. The changes that manufacturers want to make are not clear at the moment, but we can assure you that we will update this story as soon as we get any information."

Just a rumour from here.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] deserthi:
I just pre ordered the new Galaxy Tab PRO 8.4 - 16GB - White at best buy. Supposed to ship around the 14th of this month....I can't wait. $399.:laugh: Oops, canceled my order because I only want the new note, not the tab!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
My worry now is that Samsung Unpacked 5 (hinting at the S5) in february is called episode 1, and last year the Note series wasn't unveiled until episode 2. This could potentially mean we have to wait until after summer for a new note 8.0. I don't know if I can wait that long, maybe I'll cave and get the 2013 edition...
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Kirrrr:
Same here... :rolleyes:
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] deserthi:
I was just looking at the specs on the new Galaxy Tab PRO 8.4 and I am getting the feeling that I won't be easy to not buy one. It looks like one cool tablet! I sure wish there was at least a little hint of when the note 8.4 is coming...
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] mrbandwidth:
Possible specs for Note 8 2014 ?:

http://www.techeyetech.com/samsung-...-features-and-price.html#sthash.bFIHsjqb.dpbs

-Screen 1280x1920 with Gorilla Glass 3

-Processor Exynos 5 Octa (4+4 cores)

-2GB RAM

-32GB storage

-Camera 8Mpx with autofocus & flash

-Battery 6500 mAh

-Android 4.3 (upgradeable to 4.4)

-Version 4G-LTE
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] efanatic:
I am tring very hard to hold out for the new note and not just get the tab. The tab only having 16gb of storage is making it a little easier.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
We will all cave if MWC passes and there's no mention of the Note 8.0. Feb 28th already feels like it's 6 months away. That being said, Sammy better make sure they do it right this time and lay the right specs on it - if that means waiting until june or september I suppose that's ok. I don't want to own a device that will feel dated by the end of august (despite the stylus and good software for it).
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] deserthi:
The other thing is that if the Tab is $399....how much is the note 8.4 gonna cost:rolleyes:
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] :
What I have gathered from this thread is that if they do release a note 8.4, it's not going to be worth it. Its going to be priced too high. Just like it was last year when it came out. The Tab 8.4 is even priced too high.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] runtmms:
I'm really hoping they put out a Note Pro 8.4. I have no idea what the odds are, but that's what I'd like to see. Yes, it will be spendy, but that should come as no surprise.

I spent a lot of time trying to decide if it made more sense to get the Note 10.1 2014, but ultimately decided I preferred the smaller form factor.

After seeing the initial reviews of the Note Pro 12.2 it got me wondering if a new 8" device would be based on the "pro" line or the "2014" line. I hope hope it's the "pro" line because at this point the 10.1 2014 looks like a weird stopgap device that needs the new OS - but that could just be me...

Sent from my Nexus 4 on Solavei
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
Indeed

I think you might be right about the price being steep, I've got the same feeling. But some of us are early adapters, and have been holding out (and saving cash) since the first note 8.0 came out and we decided not to get it. I think we'll survive the price, the stylus is simply worth it for some of us. If you can't justify the price for the device, try the Nexus 7 - or check to see if the rumours are true and wait for the Nexus 8 in April-ish. The Nexus is a great device, and there's bound to be ton of development for it here on XDA. Cheers!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] :
I have had three Nexus devices. My 1st gen Nexus 7 isn't holding up too well and I have only had it a year. It kind of a junky device, even with roms on it. I am hesitant to buy another Asus product after having it. Plus Nexus isn't all its cracked up to be. Samsung and LG have some nice features that custom roms can't seem to reproduce. But it's not looking like a steep price for a new note 8 is worth it to me, especially since you know Samsung will stop updating it after a year. I am less and less intrigued by a new note 8 as each day goes on.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] deserthi:
Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 - 16GB - White in store for purchase today....I am at least going to go to Bestbuy and try it out!

I can see from videos on youtube that it is gonna need a new launcher right away.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] nrage23:
I picked up the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 Friday. It is super fast and the screen is phenomenal. It is also thin and light.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Jamie T:
My wish list

1920x1200

better performing back camera

LED flash

louder speakers and move them to the side as i watch alot of youtube etc

general hardware refresh for performance

built in removable bluetooth earpiece for phone calls

moar colors
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] deserthi:
I bought the tab pro 8.4 also and while it is super fast and the screen is very nice this tab is not worth $400 because it is not that much better than my Note 8.0 and it doesn't have a pen for input. I am taking the Tab Pro back tomorrow and waiting for the Note Pro.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] nrage23:
I have both tablets and the only thing the Note 8.0 has that may be considered better is the Spen. The Pro 8.4 is better in every single way by leaps and bounds. I have the Note 2014 for Spen features but needed something more easily portable.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Craiger456:
New Note 8 and Nexus 10?

A few sites have mentioned Samsung tablets sent to India for evaluation in January. Three tablets, two were 8 inch and one was 10 inch. Looks like they have AMOLED screens. Speculation says they may be the new note 8 (LTE and wifi) and a new nexus 10. According to a Korean site, Samsung put 8 inch and 10 inch AMOLED screens on order in February.

As I am a new poster, XDA won't let me post the link.:( But a google search should be sufficient
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] white8785:
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-reportedly-developing-8-10-inch-amoled-screens-future-tablets

fingers crossed we hear something soon. i'm getting close to caving in and buying a note 8 or the 2014 10.1.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
Nay, I say. Do not cave. Here's what I'm trying to do. Wait until Unpacked is over, if there's no new Note 8 I'll give it another seven days for final confirmation, further rumours or statements from Samsung. If I don't see anything in those 7 days, I can then buy a marginally cheaper Note Tab or Note Pro - or get a much cheaper note 3 or another tablet.

The reason I'm waiting seven days is because I think there's going to be lots of new tech over at WMC, and so prices might fall in the phone, phablet and tablet markets after different companies unveil and release their new products. But man, the wait is taking it's toll.

Here's to hoping.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] white8785:
I'm hanging in there, but just started eye balling the sony z ultra as well. I wish it had apt x, and was a bit bigger but it's pretty close to what I'm looking for. This is going to be a phone/nexus 7 replacement, so hopefully there's a note pro 8 with att frequency supports including LTE. **fingers crossed**
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
Agh, you just had to up and mention the Z Ultra. I was once considering it over the Note 3. It's not expensive, great design, water resistand and the dev-scene looks solid. As far as APT X is concerned, I still don't know if it's heading in or heading out in terms of availability on devices.

Best of luck!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] rodjordan:
I was considering it before I bought the note but the Sony does not fit in the pocket. The corners are too sharp....
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
You must be psychic. My second thought when first seeing the X Ultra was the sharp corners and pocketability. It looks great, and some intelligent design went into this device - but the corners had me concerned. Have you tried it personally?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] rodjordan:
I look at it every time I go to the local store. I was so close to buying it (when they start to discount them I will probably buy one)...coming from the note 1 it was either:

★Mega (big but not premium)

★Z Ultra (big with a pen but bezel too big and corners too sharp)

★Note 3 (finally the choice I made, I now have the 3, 8 & 10.1)

I also confess to also buying the Huawei Ascend Mate while I was waiting for the note 3 and I have to say, the Huawei was much better than I expected, great battery, screen etc but sadly no pen and not premium)
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
I took one look at the Mega's specs and realized it wasn't for me. The bezel on the Z Ultra bothered me at first too, but I kept thinking that in time I wouldn't notice anymore. But the rigid corners remain a point of possible contention.

I also saw that Huawei released the Ascend Mate 2 this year, looks alright actually. But same reason I won't buy from Huawei is the same reason I won't buy from Oppo - I don't feel like the company has a face here in the west and thus won't take as good care of it's brand and products (warranties, returns, firmware updates etc).

Note 3 is still main contender if there is no new tab.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] bigbillyt:
Help with Note vs. Note vs Tab pro comparison

I hope you don't mind if I ask you a few questions:

1. Is the S-Pen experience significantly superior on the Note 10.1 2014 compared to the Note 8? Seems like it would be with the much higher res screen.

2. On either version of the Note (8 or 10.1) how useful do you find the pen and how often do you find yourself using it?

3. How much lighter is the feel of the Tab Pro 8.4 compared to the Note 10.1 2014?

4. What is the difference in the battery life between the three models?

4. If you could only have one of the three, which would you pick?

I was waiting on a new Note 8 but broke down and purchased the 10.1 2014 a few days ago. I consider myself a "power user" wannabe, so I use most functions of the tablet that you can think of, reading, games, remote desktop, music, movies, note taking, e-mail, etc.

My three big problems with the device are: 1. The weight, if I hold it for a long time in any orientation or with the case with backstrap it begins to feel quite heavy. 2. The S-pen functionality is questionable for me as my handwriting is very poor, so OCR is slow and requires a great deal of cleanup. Also, I don't draw too well either so sketchbook and photoshop are better on my desktop or laptop. 3. The battery life is just so-so, not terrible, but not great either for what I use it for.

I have only had the 10.1 for a week or so and I am torn between keeping it and sending it back and getting one of the 8 inch models.

Anyway, thanks for any light you can shed on this comparison.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] mikefnz:
Thanks for taking the time to report. Useful for the rest of us patiently waiting....
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] nrage23:
1. The Note 10.1 2014 definitely has better Spen functionality.

2. The Pro 8.4 feels much better than the Note 2014 or Note 8.

3. Note 2014 the best battery life by far thanks to the huge battery. The Pro is better on battery than the Note 8.0 was by quite a bit.

4. Fortunately I do not have to choose but due to portability I would say the Pro 8.4.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Compfucius:
Note 8 2014?

Hi folks,

New Note 8 pro looks quite appealing buts lacks the s-pen,

I switched from the Note 2 to the Note 8 3G 32Gb, I'm quite happy with.

I hope for an new alternative in the same size (8") maybe increased screen resolution and why not amoled :D,

4G, 32Gb + S-pen support,

AC wifi?

64Bit processor

while I bearly have used the camera function, a better quality should be welcome with flash LED

notifaction LED in the front

NFC

Smartcover with S-view

Now I'm used to an 8", Note 3 screen looks to small to me :D

:D
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] twospirits:
There is no Note 8 Pro (at least not yet), I assume you mean Tab 8 Pro.

And I agree, that the Note 2/3 screen looks to small now. In fact I went from the Note 2 to a Mega and the Mega doesn't give me the screen space the Note 8 gives me. I'm actually using the Note 8 as my main device tethered to the Note 2. Hopefully, Samsung comes out with a Note 8 replacement with LTE on all carriers.

Edit: just noticed that today is the 1 year anniversary of the Note 8, I wonder if a new version will be announced at the event today. here's hoping.

TS
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] mikefnz:
Nothing yet at MWC.

Can't wait for ever.

May just have to get one of these instead: http://www.asus.com/Tablets_Mobile/ASUS_VivoTab_Note_8_M80TA/

Apart from the OS it ticks many boxes.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
All we got was some gear and the S5 as expected, I'm pretty certain we won't see 8" Note tomorrow either. The information about Sammy manufacturing 8" AMOLED's is probably something we'll hear more about towards spring/summer.

The Vivo Tab looks like a descent device, it's just that I can't get into a Windows OS right now. Too comfy with android, honestly. But give it a shot, if you don't like it you can just return it. Maybe try it and compare it to your experiences with any other Note device you've owned.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Avignon:
Until a few weeks ago, I was waiting for the 2nd gen Galaxy Note 8. I was an early Note 1 adopter & enthusiastically bought two Note 3s on release day - still the best phone out there IMO. Also now on my 3rd Nexus 7, and had a Transformer 1st gen.(also have an iPad3).

But with all these tablets/phablets in the house/office, the reigning King is my ASUS Taichi, which I use as a 11.6" tablet + ultrabook. Win 8.1 has more than everything I need - the touch/"RT" environment/ecosystem has matured nicely in the time since I bought the Taichi (again on its release date over a year ago). I'd like the VivoTab Note 8 to be a bit more high end, but nevertheless I'm buying it the minute the 64GB is out. I think a small screen on the Win 8 desktop absolutely needs a stylus to peck at the small buttons & the Vivotab Note seems to be a great solution to this issue.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] bigbillyt:
Thanks, looks like there is no news on a new version of the Note 8 forthcoming so I am going to stick with the Note 10.1 for the battery life, high res screen and SPen.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] mikefnz:
Similarly, I've given up waiting and ordered a cheap current Samsung Note 8 in black. Maybe upgrade in a year or two.

The new version, when it finally comes out, will almost certainly be painfully expensive for the first six months anyway.

The Note 10.1 would be too big.

Couldn't cope with the idea of a Windows OS and losing key apps that I have with my Note 2.

Cheers
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] andyrubin1:
"The Note 8.0 (2014) is being skipped because the Nexus 8 will come with a stylus."

Sounds great, isn't it?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Kirrrr:
Proof?
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] Chima2:
I've been so close to doing this! Share similar views with you, Note 10.1 too big! But I worry that if I get the Note 8 and the 2014 Ed comes out I'll feel...dissatisfied. I keep telling myself to wait, but there's no news for this tablet (apart from the amoled rumour). Hope you enjoy your Note!

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Whatever article he cites will be trivial at best. Imagine the work Samsung put into developing the framework for the stylus, software, apps etc. I don't see Google doing the same. The stylus is a small niche (the millions of units sold is due to the brand name and screen estate I feel), Google is all about broad trends, If they did though, that would be great. Definitely a contender for the Note series!
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] mustbepbs:
Except that would never happen. Google would need to build stylus support into AOSP for pressure sensitivity. And just because the Note has an active stylus, doesn't mean that's all it does. Samsung's Note tablets have tons of features that would never be in a Nexus product.
[Galaxy Note 8.0 (Tablet) General] efanatic:
a Nexus device does not interest me. It does not have an SD card slot nor the features that I like that come with TouchWiz