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[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Axho:
Am returning my Note 7 phones soon back to Harvey Norman. Am waiting for Harvey Norman to get the LG V20 phone's in. Not going with an iPhone look alike Google Pixel *UGH*.. Ugly phones, thick bezel's that side by side look like an iPhone knock off.. I almost think the Pixel phones will be a flop and won't take off at all just like the Google Nexus phones, all hype with some decent performance specs but fail when it comes to quality.

The LG V20 has full HD Quad DAC audio (Best sound quality for Analog / Digital ever in a smartphone) and an even better camera and stabilization than what the Note 7 has, PLUS removable back plate, replaceable battery, Micro SD storage up to 2 TB, Android Nougat 7 shipped on launch of the phones, hardware spec's just as good as the Samsung Note 7 phones and slightly faster with performance, also has USB-C with fast charge, etc etc, having the Nougat 7 doze feature and second screen, overnight idle they generally drop about 3% battery which is quite huge. Also has Military grade shock / drop resistance and encased with ex aircraft scrap metal, and has Gorilla Glass 4 (Thank god!) I much prefer Gorilla Glass 4 vs the Gorilla Glass 5 that came on the Note 7, the Note 7 glass face was so easy to scratch! Best part is, they are sleek in design, slightly thinner than the Note 7 even and looks super sweet!

Go youtube the LG V20 unboxings and reviews. LG V20's will be released worldwide sometime in November (Including Australia in November).

Size comparison of the LG V20 and Note 7

[IMG="Note 7 underneath, LG V20 on top"]http://www.androidcentral.com/sites/androidcentral.com/files/styles/larger_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/09/lg-v20-note-7-compare-04.jpg?itok=ej6SSIg4[/IMG]

[IMG="Note 7 on top, LG V20 underneath"]https://www.androidcentral.com/sites/androidcentral.com/files/styles/larger_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/09/lg-v20-note-7-compare-02.jpg?itok=Dl57vfsD[/IMG]

[IMG="LGV 20 left, Note 7 right"]https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o0MrIZeqiQk/maxresdefault.jpg[/IMG]
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tonymy01:
From personal experience? The guy that took his Mohs scale picks and managed to scratch the N7 GG5 at the plastic level just posted an apology and a new test the other day, the issue with his Mohs picks were he sharpened them with a sharpening stone and residue of that stone was embedded in the picks after, so his new test he used new picks and proved GG5 was no worse than GG4.

I ran both of my N7 naked with no obvious scratches (same with my previous N4).

Edit: here is the retraction from "JerryRig Everything" retracted his video bagging GG5 and a retest- https://youtu.be/nOz4Kf5AL7Q
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] azzicles:
Just replaced mine with an S7 Edge and flashed stock firmware.

/Sigh/
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] AmperSand:
Went to Harvey Norman and returned my Note 7. They are now offering (something that just came through) $250 off another samsung phone (deal from samsung). So for an S7 Edge it was a $100 price difference + $250 off giving you $350 back in the pocket if you choose an S7 edge as well as keeping the 256gb preorder SD card, and the $50 gift card from the first recall.

Edit: Forgot about the Galaxy J1 mini they gave me too. So $250 off retail of S7 edge, $399 retail 256gb microsd, $50 gift voucher as well as a crappy $199 backup phone - thats like $898 worth of value just there.

I also now, just from this fiasco have 3 genuine Samsung adaptive fast chargers, giving me 5 in total (note 4 + note 5).

As bad as the whole note 7 saga was, Samsung are really going above and beyond what many other manufacturers would have.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] sonhy:
that's exceptional returns! sounds like ur an ozbargainers :p

i can add more samy cred as they replaced my internationally bought note 7 with an Oz version just cos they wanted to be nice... but i wont return my note just yet, they'll have to make life harder than it is now to get it off my hands... although i wouldn't mind getting the cash like you, plus a little extra, as in, get the s7 edge and the cash bonus, but then return the s7 edge for a full refund and buying a grey import for $800 keeping the difference from the $1250 rrp. possible? not sure...
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] phonz:
I got my phone through Hardly Normal too, will be doing the same and wait for the LG V20 before I return my Note7.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] bushy73:
I'm in the same boat. Just hoping that my Note7 doesn't ignite, or Samsung push an update to disable the N7 befits the LG v20 is available. ?

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At least you got your 256Gb micro sd. I'm yet to see mine![emoji34]
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] phonz:
You can install package disabled pro to disable Samsung push updates. With the 256gb card just keep hassling them. Hardly Normal wouldn't offer me loan phone with 2 was to go for replacement Note 7. Varies from store to store and who you talk too. Best wishes.

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Just called Hardly Normal Auburn and they are not offering $250 off Samsung phone replacement. Dang...
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] AmperSand:
Maybe they haven't received the notification from Samsung. Or are just being dodgy and trying to pocket more $$.

Even the carriers are doing it.

https://crowdsupport.telstra.com.au...formation-about-the-battery-issue/ba-p/604229

http://vodafone.intelliresponse.com...id=2733&question=Samsung+Galaxy+Note+7+Recall

https://community.virginmobile.com.au/t5/Support-Articles/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-7-Update/ta-p/62926

The Hardly Normal I went to had a print out about the $250 off towards another Samsung device printed off and showed me etc. Wonder if its just somebody there not in the know?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
yeah i'm also looking at the V20 but $250 off is kinda tempting too. heard V20 will be out 3/11 here
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] AmperSand:
I didn't think I could handle the extra bezel area and LCD (reported to be on the quite cold in colour temp) of the V20. Also like having a mechanical home button. Having had Galaxy S3, Note 3, Note 4, Note 5, Note 7 and now S7 edge, I'm not sure I could ever go back to LCD. That's why the $250 off completely sealed the deal for me.

I don't even notice the size difference between the Note 7 and S7 edge unless they are size by side, and its minuscule to say the least. RIP Stylus though, for that extra 100mAh battery life :P
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] looloomi:
I installed package disabled pro - but - I cant find the update packages to uninstall. When i search packages for 'update' i get: 'Software update com.sec.android.soagent' and 'Software update com.wssyncmldm'.

Which one will disable potential OTA updates?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] phonz:
Thanks heaps for the info, I'm going to bring these notices in. Cheers lads
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] senectus:
I'm waiting on my local jb hifi to get a note 5 64gb in to replace my note 7.

I had a loaner s7 edge between the first and second recall... I didn't like it at all so I'll stick with the note thanks.

No info at all on any discount though... Looks a bit like I'll be paying 999 for it and getting 350 "refunded"
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tonymy01:
I have been contemplating that option too, but only if Samsung will give at least $500 back.. This would be a compromise option to keep me going until the next Note is avail..since I really need the spen, but really also need decent storage (Grr no SD slot).

Maybe though losing the spen short term and get the S7E is the best compromise, but that is the least refund, and to justify ditching the s7e so soon to get an N7+ or notN8 (at most likely the excessive price tag again) is not really ideal.. I think though I prefer expandable space above 64G over an SPEN if I have to compromise..But the spen is how I doodle my ideas etc down when anywhere, where I need to draw diagrams etc..Grr Samsung why why why!

If Samsung could indicate if/when they are planning a re-release (a 7.5 version lol) or notN8 release it would help make this decision easier.

I don't think Samsung cares much, if we do the trade down to S7E/etc, they have most of our money, but I care that my once every ~2 year purchase is not what I really wanted, and justifying another big spend so soon is not what I was ever planning.

I am sure this is also part of the reason that Samsung did the total ditch, as they know those desparados like me will basically fork out the coin again for the next model Note (I refused to get the N5, actually bought the N4 about 4 weeks before the N5 release thanks to the lack of expandable storage).

I would keep running the N7 since I feel that I can deal with it venting out in most situations, but I read yesterday someone wasn't allowed onto a plane even with it powered down, and I am about to be making a number of Emirates trips to NZ in the coming months...

Thanks Samsung for screwing over your best release yet! And then not being totally clear about future options (if you guys can give me a Note 4 refurb for my pain, I will take the full refund and purchase the next spen release with far less stress and financial impact!)
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
this is my first Samsung phone. used to have Xperia Z2, Nexus 6/6P which all had screen buttons. didn't really bug me but i know what u mean as i'd rather have the buttons off screen. spoke to Samsung earlier n they said i can get the S7 Edge, refund the remaining for N7 n also get a $350 visa voucher. its very tempting but i doubt i'll be satisfied with S7E. wifey, sis inlaw n a couple of friends already have the S7E, i think that's enough. plus V20 have a removable battery ?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
yup this is it!

https://youtu.be/vSabLBcv5fA
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] sonhy:
unless you use knox, just disable them all. plus use a firewall like noroot firewall or netguard.

see attached.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] JacobScoob:
Preordered through Optus on a plan with the 256gb, got them to waive the early upgraded fees. I got a Ringke Air and some extra USB-C cables, one of them being 3m, and then 3 Orzly case from Amazon because they're us$2.99 each. I got the fusion bumper, grip case and flip wallet cases from Orzly. Coming from a note 5 and definitely looking forward to having an SD card again! Very glad I won't have to fork out for the biggest either.

I remember reading the S7 was compatible with SD cards up to 2tb, was that true?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
I don't know for sure, but I have ordered mine online through Samsung Aus directly and my model number is SM-N930FZ
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] senectus:
whoa.. really? thats pretty certain then...
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tonymy01:
Samsung direct order here too, details are: SM-N930FZKAXSA
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
LOL. To be more specific, pulled this straight from my order - SM-N930FZKAXSA

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Just beat me to the post.

I would be interested to know what the differences in model numbers are. I am fairly certain i have seen another version is AUS listed somewhere.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tonymy01:
Just to update the thread with what I put in Whirlpool, the code above is black, the others avail in AU:

Silver: SM-N930FZSAXSA

Gold: SM-N930FZDAXSA
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
i was going to get the black but i always get black phones so i preordered the gold. the status on mine is 'scheduled to ship on 18/08/2016' does that mean that i'll get it on that day or they'll send it on that day??
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Peanuts.:
Has anyone else ordered from Optus? Just wondering if anyone has received confirmation other than the email. As this is the status of tracking order now but I've had issues with Optus in the past where the order was never processed.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] rubberbudgie:
I have a few questions:

1. Does anyone know if the Note 7 will come with a Touchwiz ROM or will it have a stock android ROM instead, or possibly something in between? I'm kind of over the Touchwiz look and feel and although there are themes available it'd be nice to just have a stock android ROM.

2. Are there any pre-order deals around that are significantly better than any others? I've had a bit of a look around and from what I can see they all seem to be around the $1300 mark with a 256GB card included.

Thanks.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] senectus:
1. Its the Touchwix "Next UX" or whatever they call it. a much snappier version of touchwiz. There is zero chance it'll comewithout touchwiz, the sPen layer needs to be there.

2. There have been "some" slightly cheaper. but they seem to be very short of stock so the deals keep getting yanks very quickly.

I still haven't ordered mine yet...
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] rubberbudgie:
Cheers for that. Well at least there is the theme engine I suppose.

I would prefer a deal with the VR rather than the memory card which I probably won't even use with the phone but it doesn't look like that will happen before the launch date. Is there any word on how much the new VR headset will cost?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Eds_AU:
The note7 touchwiz looks much nicer than previous and seems to have a lot more customization. I had a brief play with it recently on a trainer phone the Samsung rep had in the telstra shop.

After holding the device I went and preordered it , it feels and looks amazing
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] siamchen:
I ordered the same from Optus and that is the only information they currently have. During the contract sign up, they told me the phone will be arrived on 19th (shipped on 18th by next day delivery). And I can cancel the contract at anytime without fee, only need to pay the $49 * outstanding contract month. So, if I cancel the contract before I active the sim card then I only need to pay $49*24=$1176 which is way more cheap than retail price.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Peanuts.:
Sweet thanks for confirming mate.

Wow, I actually never thought about the calculations when cancelling, it works out good either way which is pretty cool.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] rakinisbat:
Hey mate, have you heard anything from telstra about the phone, i've ordered it with them too but when i tried checking the order status its showing delayed.

Just wondering if it's just me or anyone who has pre-ordered it.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Hey Peanuts I'm new here and it won't let me quote your post. I have preordered with Optus as well and this is exactly what my track order page looks like.

I did get a text as well off them. Seriously hoping it arrives in my hand on the 19th. I'm impatient haha.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Peanuts.:
Cheers bro.

I think we're all getting pretty excited that it's gonna arrive within a week. And for me, watching Note 7 handset & accessory reviews doesn't help either lol
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] kennyboyismr47:
Mine says delayed too, i called them to check because this is my second pre-order as they mysteriously cancelled the first after a couple of days so i was a little worried it was going to happen again and they said it says delayed as it's a pre-order and not in stock yet.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] rakinisbat:
I went on the chat and they advised me the same thing about the delay, but did assure me i should be getting the phone on the 19th.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] morben:
I ordered through Optus too and the lady told me via the online chat:

"You can expect the delivery between 16/08/2016 -17/08/2016. "

I ordered on the 8th. When I check the order status it says the same as yours.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Wow I hope this is right!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] rakinisbat:
Just got an email from telstra "We’ve dispatched your new device" there is a tracking link. Still unable to check it. Hopefully it comes through early :eek:
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] CP-93:
Hey mate, Yeah im in the same boat. I got the dispatch email from telstra but when i click the link its got no info. I think it may be cause that tracking number has nothing against it yet. So once its scanned somewhere it'll show. Fingers crossed it comes early.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] millab:
I got my confirmation today with tracking number from Telstra! Black one due to be delivered tomorrow!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] CP-93:
did it say in your email due to be delivered tomorrow ?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
This upsets me LOL. Im highly doubtful that Samsung AUS will ship their direct orders early.....oh well. Only an extra day or two haha
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] millab:
Yes it did. Here is the quote from the email:
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] CP-93:
you're a lucky man sir.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
not fair [emoji17]
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Wooba99:
This is a wild stab here, but I've ordered the Dubai version of the Note 7. It comes with the UK version of the plug. I'm moving to Australia (Gold Coast) in November. Just seeing if by chance anyone there would be interested in trading a UK Samsung plug for an Aussie one?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] millab:
Well I checked my tracking number and it hasn't actually been collected from telstra's warehouse yet, so definitely not going to make it to Canberra today :/
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Uberpro:
My order with Telstra was picked up by the courier yesterday. Hoping for delivery Today.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
status on mine is 'preparing for dispatch' since last night. hope i get it today...
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Peanuts.:
This was the latest update I could get from Optus in regards to the order,if anyone was curious. As the track your order site doesn't show an eta/updates.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] siamchen:
Samsung authorised all distributors to start shipment on 18th for delivery on the 19th (normally through next day delivery). So, they will start work today but none of the customers can get the handset until tomorrow.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
status on mine is 'dispatched' should get it tomorrow ?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
Same here. My Samsung shipment details just came through!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tonymy01:
F5 many times...and while out to lunch, finally Startrack SMS, just now.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] CP-93:
Yeah mine got picked up last night according to tracking. Will be here tomorrow i assume. so keen!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
got a text from Startrack stating that it has been sent n would reach me 19th. right now its at Sydney n i'm in Qld (fingers crossed)
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
Definatly me tomorrow! cant wait
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] millab:
Mine has finally started moving!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Uberpro:
16 Aug 2016	00:00	Freight Manifest Transmitted

16 Aug 2016	13:50	Received Advanced Shipping Notice

17 Aug 2016	19:10	Brightstar Depot Lodgement at BRIGHTSTAR DEPOT.

Gah! Move damn it!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
It has arrived. just plugged it in for a full charge before playing with it! This phone has such an amazing build quality and feels soooo comfortable to hold!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
nice! what state are u in? mine's in Brisbane now ?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
I'm In Hobart!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] tonymy01:
Yay
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] longsville:
Such a great looking device!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] AmperSand:
Pre-ordered through Harvey Norman on the 4th. Sometime between when I pre-odered my black Note 7 they changed the product codes, they ended up sending a gold for my order. My online order and all emails state black, yet what the store got through was gold - even on their system. Depressing as hell, pre-order on the first day, and end up having to wait the longest.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] xp3rto:
Ordered it through Vodafone, in Melbourne. They're using Australia post here though, I really hope Australia post does it in time or will have to wait till Monday :(

In transit

With Australia Post for delivery today

6:42 am Fri 19 Aug

Clayton South, VIC

Previous event

In transit

Processed through Australia Post facility

5:28 am Fri 19 Aug

Clayton South, VIC

Previous event

Started

Shipping information received by Australia Post The sender has provided the shipping details for this parcel.

4:17 pm Thu 18 Aug.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
mine's still at delivery depot! anyone else in Bris that got theirs? i'm starting to panic here.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] xp3rto:
Yahayyyy!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Uberpro:
Mine just arrived here in Perth. This thing is sexual.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] bradley443:
Got mine today. Pre order through jb hifi
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mazmorbid:
Still tossing up if I should get one, wanted to see it and feel it in my hand before committing, those that have it already is it all hype or it is as good as they say ?

Still using a Note 3 btw
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
u cant be serious!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Uberpro:
Man it is lovely in hand!
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
it finally arrived just past 5pm! first impression is just WOW best build i've seen no doubt.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] choosk:
picked mine up this morning @ Samsung Parramatta (Sydney, Australia)

They were serving free hot chocolate / coffee for those who preordered the note, which was nice. but they tasted subpar, but it's the thought that counts.

I got the Onyx Black unit and along with the 256gb MicroSD (which was a surprise coz i thought i had to wait for the card)

And they were offering a Note 7 bundle for about AUD$200, which I ended up getting coz that I was gonna buy these separately anyways:

Official Screen Protector (Film x2) - these fit well on the note and doesn't have the peeling problem for the curves, very happy with it!

Black LED Case - I wasn't planning to get this but I'm happy it came with the bundle, I actually quite like it

Black Gear VR - I really like this! It's awesome to use, the viewing angles are much better, and doesn't give me tired eyes anymore

Silk/Microfiber Cloth - As big as a handkerchief, heavy duty too, feels really pleasant, works well too... a really nice addition.

$50 Oculus Card - I haven't used it yet, but it's nice to have it for the VR

And the phone itself is glorious, it only took about 15-20mins to transfer all my data from my XperiaZ5C to the Note7 using the smart switch cable. Very happy with my purchase.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] mazmorbid:
Yes I went in to a Telstra store and checked it out, I didn't like it, I hate the curved screens, was hoping it wouldn't be like other Samsung devices :(
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] stealo:
Got my onyx black. Love it. But I'm itching to root this sucker so bad.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Uberpro:
Looking to order a Samsung screen protector and wireless charger. Where are you guys sourcing them from?
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] choosk:
I got mine from a samsung store.. depending on where you're at, there's quite a few around, in sydney at least
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] 0_gtg_0:
JB Hi Fi should have em.
[Note 7 Guides, News, & Discussion] Uberpro:
Yeah unfortunately I am based in Perth so no Samsung store for me.

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I'll check em out thanks :)