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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] SamuelBegui:
I currently own a Galaxy Note 4, there have been rumors of the Galaxy Note 6 and potential specs and whatnot. I'm not sure if this source is honest and true to the bone but here's where I got my information on the Galaxy Note 6 and it's specs.

http://www.igalaxys7.com/samsung-galaxy-note-6-specs-price-release-date/

If these specs (Or something close to this) are released for the Galaxy Note 6 that'll me impressive and great. I'd buy that for the price.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] denNorske:
The Galaxy s6 was a big disappointment for me. I expected a bit more freedom, personally I think that's the key for a good phone. To do/flash/enjoy your phone without being limited by samsung, or having apps pushed on you that you don't want to use. For me, a nexus device would be optimal next time, however it depends on how s7 ++ becomes. Since i have the S6 I doubt the S7 would be my next phone anyway. It's okay to be decent, but buying every phone in the series is just not necessary.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] system0verload:
If any Samsung iteration this year gets released with the much promised Snapdragon chipset, then I don't see why support for these newer phones [S7,S7+,S7+ Edge,Note6, etc] could not continue. It would be based on the same framework devs are custom to do their magic.

However, if Samsung stick with their own chipset solution and with the security implications that come with rooting (debated extensively here on XDA) then expect more of the mediocre dev support for any Samsung based phone this year onward. There are a few devs with their custom ROMs that can accomplish significant debloating of S crap; you just need to invest the time looking for the right solution which would suit your style.

I generally agree with the majority here; I'll keep my N4 as much as I can and only hope some other OEM comes out with their own S-Pen like solution and I'm gone.

To the OP, shm for your obtuse view on the subject which I'll drop as it would be kicking a dead horse!

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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] andy_n_:
I have a Nexus 6, and my wife has a S6 (both bought at the same time). They are both great phones, but they are marketed towards different demographics.

The first thing I did to my N6 was to root it, and throw up a custom ROM, my wife has kept her S6 stock, with touchwiz (and left KNOX alone).

Her phone is quite nice, and does everything she needs it to do, and looks great. I would definitely recommend Samsung to friends/family looking for a hassle free phone with plenty of power. But if I were to recommend a phone to someone who wants to hack around on it, and mess with ROMS/root, I would recommend a Nexus phone.

What I'm trying to say is that the Samsung phones are great, but if you are looking for a phone to purchase for modifying, go with something friendlier to developers.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] denNorske:
I forgot to mention the memory issues 5.0.1 and 5.1.1 had,and which rumors say 6.0.1 also will face. Multitasking is honestly crap because of the bug or issue on touchwiz.

But I can agree, Samsung has powerful, easy phones and they really make their name. Camera is stunningly amazing.

You're right in what you say, very nice that you brought it here.

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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] mgbotoe:
Wooooooooow, all I have to say. I am so surprise you have not been flamed in this threat and ran out of xda and they actually sitting here discussing it with you...telling you you are RIGHT. That tells me so much about the community here.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] II-DJ-Messiah-II:
May I be able to re iterate what I said. In no way shape or form am I flaming about galaxy or Samsung phones. I like it myself but the problem for me is that it's too used. I don't hate that phone, I just don't like people having the same phone as me. Clearly if you read the edit then it would've shed some light before you would've responded. As a matter of fact, I will be telling the moderators to shut this thread down because all I see is that people can't take opinion's, even when it has been reinforced with edits where I share my insights.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] skrambled:
Your edit didn't "fix" anything, you still look like a snobby elitist. Who the hell cares if someone poor or "low class" is using the same phone as you. Oh yeah, you do. smhu
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] flash_xx:
I got a oneplus one when it came out after having owned an S2 (by far the best looking Samsung in my opinion), an S3, S4 and S5 (which I hated, never stopped giving me problems). I like the Oneplus because it reminds me of the S2 and has hardware buttons like the Samsung, but with Cyanogen stock it blows the Samsung away in user experience and stability. I really don't care for all the crap Samsung puts on its phones, all I want is a reliable phone with a decent camera and screen that is fast and has a long lasting battery. So no more Samsungs for me in the foreseeable future. BTW, I skipped the Oneplus two, because honestly, this one works just fine. I'll probably go with a Qualcomm 820 phone next, whichever has the best camera and least bloatware.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] lisbon2004:
I own Note 4 (rooted), and its battery lasted only 11 months. After 1 year, the phone switches off at 57% battery...

THe official samsung service center has denied to replace the battery (although they do it within 2 years) claiming that rooting or custom firmware may be the case. So i had to buy a new battery myself (i repeat - just after 11 months of use!) and install it on my own.

S7 does not have user-replaceable battery. How much Samsung will charge for its replacement in a rooted (non-warranty - by their opinion) phone?

So i will stay away from phones without removable batteries AND without removable storage (micro sd card).

Another thing, is the price of lastest samsung "flagships". Economy is going bust in many countries, so do jobs and earnings... I think there will be more and more people that will deny to pay the elevated price that samsung asks recently in Europe.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Max195:
i see nothing interesting about any of the other manufactuers that distance themselves from one another

besides, samsung still does hardware keys and none of that onscreen button crap (i absolutely loathe these, and i'm surprised that i'm basically all alone on that considering they just take away a part of the screen)

also i've grown to like the touchwiz UI a lot more than the stock android UI (i'm sorry, but i don't see why you have to pull down twice to get to notifications/statusbar switches, if you can just have both on the screen at the same time. also touchwiz stretches notifications to widescreen)

if the s7 will be as good as the leaks promise, it's definitely going to be my next phone
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] kamranhaghighi:
TBH i don't feel like buying any phones after snapdragon800, all phones suck ;( my stupid terrible note 4 is enough!
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] hella356:
I'm in complete agreement with you about the hardware buttons. I had an LG G4 briefly and while it was terrific in many ways, the on-screen buttons made me mental. And although clever, the volume/power on the back just didn't work as well. Samsung's implementation makes a very big difference in daily use to me, in fact it has proven to be the single most important hardware feature to me.

I've also had better experiences with modded TW than vanilla, mostly due to stability & retaining the use of TMo WiFi calling.

Other than removable battery, which every major maker besides LG has dropped, the S7 looks like it will have everything I'm seeking in a replacement for my trusty, but aging S4.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Turbokat:
Same same. I don't feel the need to buy flagships anymore. They have unnecessary features. Will go for a mid range or even low range if the specs and especially the camera are good. Given what the latest generation OnePlus and Nexus are offering I doubt I will have trouble finding a replacement for the Galaxy S series.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] II-DJ-Messiah-II:
If you want the best of both worlds (removable sdcard+removable battery) get lg.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] II-DJ-Messiah-II:
Oh and guys, I'll be writing a review for my nexus 6p soon which I have owned for when it came out. So stay tuned! And I'm sorry for those who got really upset for the post. I don't think you have understood my point.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] AKW:
We all got your point. You don't like having the same phone as other people because it somehow feels less unique to you, which is still pretty sh*tty.

OT: The s7 looks very interesting and it may be worth using one of my jumps to upgrade, and then use my last one to jump to the Note 6 when it comes out.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] II-DJ-Messiah-II:
Well, I want to show that you don't have to buy just galaxy or iPhone, there's diversity within phones and you are right but I'm not here to show off.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] meyerweb:
How can the OP, or anyone else, reach a conclusion that the S7 isn't as "elegant or unique" when the phone hasn't even been seen in the metal yet? All you know is rumor and speculation. Wait until there are some actual facts available before making up your mind. These kind of discussions, arguing about things we really don't know, are pointless.

Only a fanboy, for or against the S7, could decide it's not good enough, or is better, than any other phone.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Derpling:
Same, I'll hold sammy statement against them if they will to provide good support for current and passing flasgships as well as other phones, while Sammy might have the best Android 5.1.1 it's not good reason to delay 6.

Smartswtich updated today bring marshamellow support, so probably the rumors are true, next month 6.0.1 will come to Note 5 Galaxy 6 edge and S6.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Ramondel:
We have to keep in mind that the carriers have a say on OS upgrade, it doesn't all fall on Samsung.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] MeltdownSpectre:
I have not owned a Note 4, but a Note Edge, aside from the atrocious battery life, the phone was great.

IMO, Note 4/Note Edge were the last GOOD devices that Samsung made.

I own an S6 right now, ever since I heard the One M8 and a ton of Moto devices getting the 6.0 update, I instantly regretted spending $700 on it and should've kept my One M9.

Will definitely not be going for the S7, regardless of whether it gets AOSP support or not, Samsung's update schedules are ridiculous and they are extremely biased when it comes to MiddleEast/Pakistan for updates.

Next device will most likely be the new Nexus, supposedly being made my HTC this time. Something to look forward to, unlike the Galaxy Sh*t 7.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] AB__CD:
Will probably buy if Samsung has another trade in program with old phones: still got an old S4 sitting around that's never going to do anything useful?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] umbrokhan:
I want to get galaxy S7 because of SD card and bigger battery and 3D Touch.

I think Samsung makes the best phone from Android world. Best hardware, best screen, I like touchwiz.

New Touchwiz is getting faster and smooth like butter.

Hopefully it will be more fast and smoother then nexus one day

I don't like home, back buttons on screen.

Updates are so slow but thats not a deal breaker for me.

To OP

Samsung customers are not low class.

So what if someone as the same phone as you.

If you think like that then you might aswell well get a Chinese phone or Japan phone that people never seen before.

Why you want to look different from other people?

We all human. Do you want to be a alien out of space?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Vaibhav Dalakoti:
Will it have infrared sensor
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] eluxifer:
I feel like it's up to you, like if you have the money to spare and care about having new phone ..etc then go for it.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Jstyants:
I current have the S4 mini, and still dont plan on changing

It's quick, rooted and sends texts, and phones brilliantly, which is all I ever use my phone for

oh, and I use Sat-Nav too which works flawless
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] episode96:
I can agree with both points.

I feel it's too early to talk about the S7 at this point. Anyhow, I doubt that I'll be upgrading since I find it really hard to justify upgrading from the S6.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] itizlala:
I thought it was the system in India where people have been judged by "class" or the caste system.

America was started by people trying to distance themselves from that regressive thinking. Compared to the prior commenters who discretely and elegantly ignored the bull**** about "low class" owning Samsung Galaxys, I grew up "low class" in NJ and so I don't mind pointing out douche-bagery when I see it....
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] liamvanunu1:
hi
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] chong67:
I like my 3 buttons to be real and physical instead of on the screen. Thats what set Galaxy phones apart. Now Samsung please dont follow everything that iphone do!
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] alltechguy:
i would go with s7 edge this time.. even it doesn't have sd card and removable battery..still a good smartphone to have.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] LegendaryMod:
fix

just flash the newst os
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] chong67:
I come from Note 4 to Note 5 and the 5 is sooo much better! I got it for $580 for the 64gb version. It was the B1 get 1 at 50% deal. I will sell the Note 4 to get the price down. I will get Note 6 when it comes out. I am getting S7 as my 2nd phone when it comes in March. Giving all my love to Samsung.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] alltechguy:
you got really good deal... me too is excited to get S7 edge this time.:o
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] swift2fly:
i have the S6 Edge Plus and I think the features and specs are much more needed than my daily use for it. I believe that goes for a lot of people here. People are crazy about having the latest and greatest but in the end it's their $$$. For me I would wait for the new Galaxy Note comparable to the future Samsung Galaxy S8. I don't see a need to jump to the S7 after the purchase of the S6. But knowing myself, realistically, i'd prolly get a new phone when the s10 is out. My previous phone was the S3.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] supercholo:
The Note 5 is a pretty good phone. However that was a leap I took from the S6. When I jumped from the Note 3 to the S6, I was not happy and didn't think it was a big enough leap forward. The S7 realistically only seems like a half step forward. In terms of trading up, (I have an advocate device) I will be waiting for the next Note. The S7 after viewing it doesn't seem like enough of a leap to change to.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] konchuz:
Wow! I'm in awe right now at this thread. So I've had a few Samsung devices(Note 2, Note 3, Note Edge, Edge Plus) and am on the fence about the S7 and S7 Edge. I like the changes but I don't feel they are drastic enough to make the move. That being said I'm a little lost with this whole low class comment..... I don't think low class is what you're meaning to say or at the very least you aren't using the phrase low class the way it's meant to be used. Low class means to have a low or inferior standard of quality. By no means are those devices in that category when you compare them to the other devices available. Is the Nexus 6P an elegant device? Yes but so is the S6, S6 Edge, Note 5, and Edge Plus. In regards to the people who have these devices being "Low Class" that's even more baffling. You've got people all over the spectrum buying these devices which makes class a mute point. What seems to be your issue is popularity of said devices. Popularity has nothing to do with elegance.... Something being a popular choice does not take away from it's elegance at all. You'll find a lot of products are popular choices because of their elegance. Does it take away from it's individuality? Sure. Does is lose it's wow factor because of it's popularity? Sure. In either case that doesn't take away from it's quality. Me personally, I wouldn't let what someone else has dictate what I get. The reason I stick with Samsung is because of all the extra bells and whistles I get along with the design and quality of the devices. I'm no Touchwiz fan by a long shot but there's a lot of functions that Samsung brings to the table that other phone manufacturers don't plus I tend to throw custom roms on my devices anyway just to change things up a bit as well as make it feel more like MY device instead of just an everyday run of the mill device. Hell I've got a friend that saw my Edge Plus and went out and bought one(same color too) yet when he sees my phone and how it's customized vs his he's still standing there with wonder in his eyes.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] AKW:
Very well said, sir. Gold star.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] hella356:
I agree. Samsung sold millions of the S4 model, but with custom ROMs, I am certain there's not a single S4 set up exactly like mine, & if there is, that's great, too.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Shoulon:
I have the edge plus on tmobile. As I'm satisfied with it I figure I'd just upgrade to keep my wanting a new device selfishness happy lol. I want the sdcard also. But I also have jump on demand so it cost me nothing to upgrade. I pre-ordered today :)
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] BennyJr:
I am in need of a phone with an awesome camera. I hate taking crappy pictures when i am out with my friends.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] chong67:
How about the need to buy a phone after you are gone from this planet? That will work. :D
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] hella356:
Maybe you should get some non-crappy friends. :D

But seriously, the S7 pics I've seen have been the most impressive I've seen from a phone, so it should serve you well.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] flash_xx:
Or get an actual camera, we've become so used to crappy photos that we seem to have forgotten that pictures can actually look good enough to frame if you use a proper camera. It's like music quality and low bitrate mp3s. Convenience has triumphed over quality once again.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] rhaneyjr:
Ain't that the truth. All a bunch of sheep buying into whatever load of crap the conglomerates feed us. Im about to go off the grid. And another thing. If people have not noticed the intrusive Wiles of Google and how they hack so deep into your personal lives. Just look at everything they are into on your phone. It is creepy as hell. If you are rooted, check services running. Play had 458 services running at once. So you better buy that extra battery and keep it charged. Big brother is watching you

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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] AKW:
Or not. Which is why we all want the best camera experience we can get on a phone. I for one do not want to lug around a DSLR wherever I go.

Also, call me crazy, but I don't really mind that Google and "Big Brother" know how often I go to Target. That's hardly information that can be used against me.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] JasonJoel:
Ok good luck with that... Enjoy your tin foil hat.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] BennyJr:
So phone + camera on a night out? No thx jeff
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] rhaneyjr:
Tin foil hat? Wtf? Just cuz u don't believe it doesn't make it untrue. The post was about getting sucked into buying whatever the "new thing" is. Do you have location services on? How about GPS? I bet you think that's just for when you need directions. On marshmallow for tolte the Google play services alone could kill the battery in half a day. I'm just as guilty. I'm on here aren't I. But i also have killed half of the services and my note 2(dinosaur) does well. And you're reply is exactly what the guy developing the next "new thing" would say

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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] sabyos:
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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] AKW:
You literally typed the words "big brother is watching you". You sound paranoid.

I, as well as the other poster I'm sure, know full well that gps and location services aren't justfor when you need directions. I know Google and "big brother" are tracking my location. My point is: Why should I care? If Google has the exact number of times I've visited PetSmart this week stored away on some server so they can target me with specific advertisements, my day and life will continue almost completely unhindered.

As far as always getting the next "new thing" goes, some people enjoy having and tinkering with the newest tech available. It's a hobby, like fishing or building models. Just because we buy the latest gizmos doesn't mean we've fallen for some sort of sly advertising.

Your reply is exactly what the guy claiming the government is run by lizardmen would say.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] rhaneyjr:
Well go ahead on there sheep. Chuckle ****

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[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] AKW:
Let me ask you a question. Why are you even on a forum for the latest and greatest device, if everyone who buys them are sheep in your eyes? Is it just so you can call us all out? That would make you a troll. Or is it because you're thinking about buying it yourself? Because that would make you a hypocrite. Either way, it's not a good look, champ.
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] FalconFX:
Which happends to use even cheaper hardware than samsung does, & calls it INNOVATION (ie Retina display for 720p screen) Damn what a scam :D
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Th3Bill:
And creates "new" features like "live photos", which look an awful lot like the "Zoe" photos that were available what....2 years ago on the HTC One M8?
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] FalconFX:
Man, Apple have been coasting off of the 1st iphone success for years, its time ppl open their eyes & understand that they are bringing nothing new to the table, nor making meaningful improvements, aside from making the phone thinner ofc !!
[Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers] Th3Bill:
I had the 6sPlus right before my S7. I've jumped to a lot of phones in the last 14 months...the M8, Z3, Note 4, G4, 6SPlus, and now the S7.

Funny thing is...the 6SPlus doesn't really bring anything to the table that I thought was better than the Android devices I had before it other than iMessage. I did like the way that operated. It's about the only thing I really figure to miss at all about it....that and not having to figure out which was it up to plug in my phone in the dark :eek:

That being said the Camera and screen on the S7 just murder Apple's latest "greatest".

Edit: Don't get me wrong...I don't HATE Apple. I just think that they figure out ways to incorporate what Android makers have already put into their device and call it something new.

Fingerprint scanner (Moto Atrix anyone?)

Live Photos (HTC Zoe)