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[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] skadude66:
Wow.. Well that's good news at least about in-store exchange registrations (like me), but it sucks that I haven't heard back yet. Did they tell you when you'll get your replacement?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sevael:
No because I had already returned my Note 7 and got something else. I'll import an international one later.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] skadude66:
Ahhh okay. What did you end up getting?

When did you sign up for the exchange?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sevael:
I don't remember exactly when. Within 24 hours of it going up.

I just grabbed an S7 edge. It'll have good resale value and is similar enough to hold me over.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
You're good. August 31st is the build date for most of the replacement phones that already shipped out. The only thing is thatvit seemed like the battery was replaced as it is before the recall date, as opposed to built from scratch. The waterproofing is still good though. Ppl on the Rogers thread have confirmed that.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] johnmoon:
Note 7 users in South Korea are now picking up their new devices

Looks like Korean units are getting a 'green battery indicator' unlike us

Apparently this unit was made on Sept 10th
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Damnflies:
Has anyone got a replacement in a different color?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Max8321:
Hopefully there's a way to turn off the green colour indicator over on the settings. It stands out like the sore thumb.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] diggmc:
The W8's don't have the green battery. At least not yet, though that may change with an update
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] meboy:
The replacements have been old stock so far by the looks of it.

The green batteries are new ones. With further checks.

If I had to choose I know which one I'd take. But who knows.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tom0927:
Went to the Fairview location to return it today, it was a painless, though long, process. The guy there had to create a Samsung service ticket, which took 30 minutes. I only returned the phone and box, nothing else. The guy there actually reminded me to remove all the accessories from the box and give him the phone only.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
Did you take it to fonelab at fairview mall?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tom0927:
Yup
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
OK cool. Going to test my replacement for a few days first before returning my old one.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] alquistador:
So samsung thinks I'm going to return the old phone to the Samsung store. That crazy i never bought it there. Thats insane!!!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] equlizer:
I was told to go to the bell store i purchased it from when they get the replacements in. I have a glass screen protector on mine and they said they would put a new one on if they had one in stock otherwise give me a $25 bill credit.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 1011555:
Wow who did you speak to and got that answer. I fought hard with Samsung many times and was told sorry for your inconvenience we understand your frustration and practicaly f**ck off
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Cycloneon:
Do you guys think the samsung site will refund my note 7 because of this recall? I'm looking to save money so I'd prefer to downgrade to a Note 4 and refund the Note 7 instead of exchange/repair. Also, that exploding Note 7 problem gets me paranoid sometimes.

I bought it straght from Samsung.ca
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] GibMcFragger:
They most likely will not. I suspect they will give you every excuse in the book as to why they can't, but you should still try. Who knows, maybe you will lucky.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] sabesh:
Has anyone who opted for store exchange gotten a call yet? Thanks.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sevael:
I did. I received my call on Saturday afternoon. I signed up within 24 hours of the exchange site going live.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] sabesh:
When and where are you supposed to pick it up?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sevael:
It probably would have been for early this week, but I didn't set anything up since I had returned my Note 7 to Rogers on Thursday.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] chiragshaikh:
Follow this link to join "NOTE 7" WhatsApp group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/9vlqCe3hzIcAekjuSYiCbp
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] diggmc:
Anyone able to comment on returning their Note7 v1 to Scarbourgh town center. I'd like to keep the accessories and the S-pen but don't want to have to make multiple trips.

Thanks
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] aishakeys:
I have tried to get a shipping label from tech data for over a week now they are dragging their heels and its really pissing me off.Purchased from the ecommerce site any1 have experience with them I have to leave on a trip soon trying to get this fixed .def my last time with samsung -.-
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
For people that did not get the black dot on their replacement phones. It is stated on samsung website that it should be on there. I have contacted Samsung and they told me to send in pictures and they will check for me. So contact them if you feel you need proof.

https://news.samsung.com/global/how-to-identify-the-new-galaxy-note7
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] diggmc:
For those returning their Note7's v1, Yes the Fonelab at Scarbourgh town center did take the return, however the guy I was dealing with grumbled about the accessories (charger, cable and adapters) so I didn't get to keep them. It's a slow process, I'm still waiting for my confirmation receipt... Sigh!

Edited: The whole process took 1.5 hours, so plan accordingly.

Sent from my SM-N930W8 v2
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] KWoods41:
I may be wrong, but it seems to me like no one (in Canada) has gotten a replacement that is blue. Looks like you all got the black ones exchanged, right?

I'm trying to figure out why there is such a huge time variance for some of us, and that's the only one that makes sense to me. There were stories when the phone was first released about there not being much stock in the blue version, so I suppose that would mean they wouldn't have extras of it to exchange for us.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] greatg:
Well, seems like Samsung Canada has no idea on how to deal with folks that are just too far away to drop off their older units. I spent 2 hours on the phone, being transferred from one dept to another only to be told that my situation needed to be escalated. I told the individual that the enclosed letter stated that alternate arrangements could be made? All I got back was the usual "sorry for the inconvenience....a supervisor will be contacting you within 24hrs..."
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mmawji:
Can people post when they receive the replacement from Wind in Vancouver. Not getting a response from Wind
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] wingswrath:
Yeah. That's what it seems like to me. From browsing both this forum and the $200-of note thread on redflagdeals, there's been no mention of anyone getting their coral replacements. I myself have not heard anything from samsung other than the 15th earliest mailing bs that they mailed everyone else
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] spex714:
I HAD the blue, i ended up going to the samsung store in sherway to get a full refund cause I didn't to deal with this situation anymore... (still having separation anxiety). I got a call on Friday night/Saturday morning (missed the 1st call) about which store I want the blue replacement device shipped to for local pickup. Since I already refunded my device, I turned it down. But the blue is going out to people.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
I for one, can't be bothered. My old phone is reset and turned off with the battery drained, waiting for a call from Samsung to RMA or something. I'm not going to lift a finger. See what they do. As for the accessories I'm keeping them. As far as i can tell its the only way to guarantee a potential buyer that i got the replacement one. "Yeah bro 2 s-pens" this way they know I'm legit [emoji12]
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] acheney1990:
Just received my replacement from FedEx. Has the black square and same return instructions.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] GibMcFragger:
At least they finally updated the IMEI checker on the USA page to recognize the replacements. It now says "not affected by recall", rather than "unrecognised IMEI", so we can prove they it's OK.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] and2cs:
Just saw a picture of Chinese Note 7 on the safety list got exploded. I checked that imei online and it says "not in the list of affected devices and is not subject to this recall".

So can http://www.samsung.com/us/note7recall/ really prove device are ok?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] GibMcFragger:
I emailed Samsung Canada about that. Their answer is that the USA link doesn't apply to Canada, so I guess we can't trust it. It may only contain faulty USA IMEI numbers, and all others (faulty or not) show as OK (not on their faulty USA list).

He did say there will be one available for Canada in the future though.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] acheney1990:
BTW my replacement like others I've seen was manufactured on August 31st.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] alquistador:
I just got my new note 7 and the battery is white.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mxt86:
I've signed up for a replacement twice now. 1st time was instore pickup, 2nd time was by mail. I called the 1800 number and some girl with a southern accent said "that department is really backed up i dont know what they doing".
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Damnflies:
It's been a week and a half.. when am I getting a call back
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] TranceChaos:
Got mine today from FedEx, had black square on it. Manufacturing date is September 6.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Brava27:
Guess my phone is exploding soon haha

Sent from the Mars Rover
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] skyeking69:
Haha... I think our phones are related brava
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Brava27:
I guess you haven't rooted yet. Get on it lol

Sent from the Mars Rover
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] skyeking69:
Just waiting to get my replaced FD.....then I'm on it....
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] millicent:
I've just received the fedex notification. It appears that the label has been created an hour ago, will ship today from Scarborough, on and eta tomorrow in Montreal.

I have the black note7 and I got that first message from samsung exactly one week ago, on 13.

Sent from my unexploded N930W8
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] THS1989:
What happens if I don't return the old one ? They blacklist the IMEI ?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] girn26:
Yep and you can also potentially get in trouble keeping a recalled device.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] SwagGoat:
I called again today, as I made my recall request on the 12th and ask why they never called me and the rep told me the phones were not working and they started calling people yesterday. What the hell is that? Why say 48 hours if it's to be 2 weeks later. I thought we had options, I thought I could change to an S7 Edge or change colour or something... What if I get the new one but really wanted the S7 Edge? I mean, it was clearly stated in the page that I had 2 options. Am I crazy to think that they don't give a crap after all?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
There was never an option to change to another model from the Samsung registration page. It was either mail to home or pick up in store.

https://canadanote7exchange.expertinquiry.com/
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dmkarkutt:
Can anyone tell me are we able to root and run T-Mobile Roms? If so what are the negatives.

Thanks in advance
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Sort of bro.

Its a specific sprint firmware which is rooted/rootable.

See here.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=68533453

Its not a rom and there are no roms as there will never be custom recovery available.

You will be stuck on that firmware also.

If you want traditional root/roms/recovery you need to ditch the crappy BL locked snapdragon model and go exynos!

sent from my Note 7 or S6
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dmkarkutt:
Hey Force, thanks for the reply been awhile since I been around. I hope things are good with you? Thanks for the info I was hoping I could at least run tek or jovys T-Mobile roms. Ah well guess needing a exynos version more than I thought just to clean up this lag.

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Actually quick question any other better phone options than note 7? I don't really see any at this point
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] SwagGoat:
Yeah, sure, okay.

http://www.samsung.com/ca/news/local/product-exchange-for-the-galaxy-note7
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
if you read carefully. "2. Exchange current Galaxy Note7 for a Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7edge

through the carrier or retail outlet where they purchased their device

"

You have to exchange it from the place where you got it from. The registration does not do exchanges. and it is pretty obvious that no where on the form let you choose what model you want.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] SwagGoat:
Now call their reps and ask if you can change it through them. I called 4 times and was told I could change the colour and the model.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] jmitr:
I posted this else where, but as a Canadian!

My device actually showed up Friday but I was away flying. I just set up the new one today.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Damnflies:
I got shipping number today without a call back from Samsung. So I guess no color change
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
And you trust the reps? So many people have had different answers already from them. When i called once trying to ask about the black dot indicator, the rep was like "i only do registration here, i can't even use my own phone probably so i can't tell you much". if you want to switch models then just go to the carrier, it will be a lot faster.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] jmitr:
Sorry to hear about your predicament.

Mine has the dot
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Brava27:
Yup. The FBI, CIA, Interpol and RCMP will be kicking down your door at exactly the same time for that recalled device. Potential 50 to life sentence in provincial max prison. Definitely trouble. [emoji23] [emoji23]

Sent from the Mars Rover
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
OK that's good lol
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] johnmoon:
it's stealing but I don't think Samsung will care enough to spend money and time to retrieve them

but it's a whole different ball game if someone decides to sell them

Samsung also has every customers information since we all had to submit it to get a replacement

If someone is stupid enough to sell one off through kijiji and something happen that buyer

I am sure the seller will be in pretty serious trouble
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Brava27:
No no. I was referring to keeping a recalled device, period. Not both replacement and recall lol

Sent from the Mars Rover
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] jmitr:
Don't know who you are referring to.

I do plan to return my recalled device. The fact that I live over 700km from the nearest Samsung Store just means it will not be immediately.

There has been an official recall by Health Canada. It is illegal to sell a recalled item.

Edit: figured it out!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] sabesh:
Samsung just called to verify which store I'd like to pick up from. They started shipping to the stores yesterday, as per the rep who called. No ETA though. I'm to wait for the store to call me.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 1011555:
Finally heard from Samsung again after signing up for the exchange the same night the site when live. ?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] GibMcFragger:
LOL Yep. I just got the same email.

Too bad I already have my replacement. Way to keep up with the times, Samsung. LOL.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
anyone else getting an OTA (and having it install without choosing to)?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] SwagGoat:
Just received on update on my phone for the green battery indicator. about 45MBs

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My phone rebooted while I was texting on WhatsApp, yes
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Max8321:
I can confirm. Update is currently being installed on my phone, pretty certain it's for the green battery icon.

Edit: yes it's the green battery icon :(
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Confirmed. Green battery.

Build number

MMB29M.N930W8VLU2API3
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] girn26:
I got it too, it's good tho since I'm flying soon to Europe. I can use it as proof. It doesn't look that terrible either
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] diggmc:
Does the green battery update include the September security updates? Thanks

Sent from my SM-N930W8 v2
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] NIKKOTUASON:
How big was the update? Just received one that's 253MB... and does it still say 3500mAH in battery monitor apps?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] marktang:
Yes got the green battery icon too. And when you hold the power button it will show the battery icon as well.

Updated my original to see what happens. Confirm old phone shows white battery icon and no battery icon when you hold down power button.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] funkydude101:
I know it's for good reasons, but I don't like that there is some kind of override that can force install an OTA update.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] diggmc:
Goto Settings/General Management and turn off Download updates automatically. Problem solved.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] evilive27:
Has anyone received a blue replacement yet?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Yeah bro havent seen you in awhile...ive been good. You?

I had the rogers note 7 and ditched it for a exynos version, other than root etc it is a much smoother device overall. Definitely worth getting if you can swing it.

The only other device I would consider for myself to replace the N7 is the asus zenfone 3 deluxe with the snapdragon 821 in it. That said until the BL gets unlocked and we read some reviews on it ( great hardware doesnt always mean a great device) i def wont be dropping $1400 on it lol.

No spen or course and I kinda doubt the camera will be as good as the note 7 either.

If I could tolerate the edge screen on the S7 edge that would also be okay but I hate it....not a huge fan of the note curved screen but its liveable.

sent from my Note 7 or S6
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] wallyg8r:
Anyone on Wind get the update yet?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] diggmc:
I'm on Wind Mobile but nothing yet
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] KWoods41:
Where are you getting that information from?

And no one has ordered from Samsung directly before - this is the first time they've offered it.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] note3or2:
I was chatting with Samsung rep and she said you will receive email after Aug 19th with instructions on how to complete your order. She was very specific about after 19th part, so I assumed there is no way they can ship it before that date.

It will be great if we receive any email from Samsung within next few days but I don't have high hopes.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] KWoods41:
Crap. Maybe I'll see if they will let me pick it up in-store on launch day?

E: kind of on the fence here - I want the pre-order junk they're giving us, but I also want to pick up a couple official accessories.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] note3or2:
I think picking up would be ok if you are close to Samsung store and you will be able to get it on launch day.

I am in NB and no Samsung store close by. Hopefully Costco will ship it sooner.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Pointro:
I'm going to head to Sherway Gardens today (Sunday). Is there a way for me to see if the bootloader is unlocked or not?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] HeavenlyFall:
Something I noticed today was that the Note 7 gets pretty hot with sd820 having multiple games opened, I opened as many games as I could on the S7E exynos and it doesn't even get warm... kinda disappointing Canada got sd820 this year
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Brava27:
An alternative method that may have mixed results:

Open your device’s dialer

Dial *#*#7378423#*#* and it will automatically open a new window if it works

Now in that window go to Service Info > Configuration

You ought to see one of these:

Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes (Bootloader is Locked)

Bootloader Unlocked - Yes (Bootloader is unlocked)

If that doesn't work then I am afraid there is no way yet....
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Pointro:
The code didn't work.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] busventinc:
The Canadian Galaxy Note 7 runs a Snapdragon 820 chip, not Exynos

http://www.androidcentral.com/canadian-galaxy-note-7-has-snapdragon-820-not-exynos
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Lol...um yeah we all know dude...like a week ago.

People have had the device in hand and posting screenshots here. also

Your a little late to the party. but hey its the thought that counts.:D

We all still arent sure if this is a good or a bad thing and dont know about the bootloader status either
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] aalupatti:
Sh*t.... Do u have like 10 lines? [emoji15] [emoji15]

Sent from my Nexus 6P
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Lol no...2 phones, cable and internet....everything is top tier though so it gets pricey
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] _Jax_:
I don't know what to do :(. 5 days to go. Do I blow $1200 on a phone I'm not completely crazy about? Wait a year? New Nexus?

Its kinda sad this is bothering me so much lol. It's just a phone but something we (or I at least) use all day every day.

Decisions, Decisions....
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] meboy:
Depends on what you have now and some other things right?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Well they will price match up to 150$ if there's something better in your neck of the woods give them a call. They will want to retain you, by all means necessary. I work retention for Telus so I know that a client with all the services is very high value. [emoji6]
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Its $100 cheaper with wind and if i buy at Costco they give you a $100 gift card.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
There you go bruh! Tell them its 100$ cheaper with wind and they'll give it to ya.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Yeah ill give that a try lol...i hope we can get the device on Friday.

I know someone at costco and she said they are coming thursday night so Im assuming thats for launch day friday.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] skyeking69:
simple...unless you have money to burn...... or are a person who has to have the newest things.

Wait till you find a phone you are crazy about. The Nexus isn't that far away ( 2 months ?) iphone 7 ?

whatever.......You don't have to run out and buy on the first day, wait till some real life reviews come in....

Take a cold shower ;)
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Just got a text from Rogers advising that they will be phasing out suretap... Do I hear Samsung pay for Q3? Fingers crossed. [emoji2]
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] funkydude101:
Forgot to set that on the the new phone. Although download and install are 2 different things...and that setting doesn't say it will install automatically.

Someone said their phone just restarted in their hands while messaging... Don't think that's how automatic works