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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ace Ryan:
Deciding to wait is not a bad idea- however- while you do not know me and vice versa, I promise you that all of what I said above is completely true and honest, with no bias whatsoever. The problem is, people who "review" things for a living need something to REVIEW. They NEED both good AND bad. That leads to nitpicking. I on the other-hand, don't have a reason to nitpick, as I am not a paid reviewer or anything like that. Not only that, but I rely on this phone heavily for work, and I use it almost constantly during down times at work to keep myself entertained & busy. That said, even though I do not have reason to nitpick, I DO have many reasons to NEED an amazing phone.

My phone, as of right now, is far from factory default. I already have about 7 videos, 35+ pictures, I've downloaded every program that I used on my previous Galaxy phone, IN ADDITION to other programs/apps/games.

This is part of why I wrote such an extensive review, because even though I haven't had the phone that long, I've been putting it through the ringer and it's still performing phenomenally. I've been glued to it since the day I got it almost non-stop. While using it heavily for work, I'm texting/calling CONSTANTLY, almost every 10-25 minutes throughout 10 - 14 hour shifts, in addition to taking credit card payments on this phone. That said, I've accumulated close to a thousand text messages or more already and a pretty massive call log.

Also, of course I'm aware that return policies differ, not only from place to place but from carrier to carrier, which is why I said "usually." I do not want anyone to mistake that statement for fact and cause them to buy a phone they cannot return, so I'll add some extra emphasis on that in my OP. Everyone, however, should always do their own research on their sellers return policies and general procedures. This should be common sense.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
Hi. Respectfully if you believe what is written on forums regarding ANY device you would never make a purchase, not even a pair of shoes.

THE only review that counts should and must be your own.

I have been buying tech stuff since the early 70's and research every single thing I buy prior to purchase. I find this silly habit of mine part of the fun buying experience for me. I have read glowing reports on tech that I have returned the same day and read awful reports on tech that I have kept and used for years.

To cancel the Note 7 based on what you have read either positive or negative is unwise. Take forum posting. How many satisfied owners are going to seek out a forum and write praise? Now, how many are going to write to complain! Its called 'human nature'.

Its totally disproportionate to reality. Sitting on the fence is not the way to live. Buy, test then make your own judgement. You can always return it if not satisfied.

Best of luck, Ryland :good:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dadeadman:
The battery takes a lot longer to charge for mine. Does it get hot when charging for anyone else?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] themissionimpossible:
Respectfully, IMHO a very pointless suggestion..;)

I just don't want to buy something first and then regret to have bought it and wasted my money....:)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
How do you know that your wants and needs are the same as whoever's critique you're reading? For some reason this forum has an inordinately large number of OMG!'rs that freak out relatively easily. And most are freaking out at theory as they've never touched a Note7 better yet own one.

No phone is going to be perfect as there are always going to be OEM induced compromises. They are what they are. I came from a Note5 and the Note7 exceeds it in every way including all the categories listed by the OP. Some things are different but none that aren't made up for in other ways.

People should buy what makes them happy and do their homework first. That includes reading reviews and forums but filtering the results to what applies to their specific needs and usage. Some of the OCD posts in this forum make me laugh. No phone built or to be built will ever satisfy some folks here.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
At Last a voice of reason. Bravo! :good: :good: :good:

Ryland

---------- Post added at 04:53 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:44 PM ----------

Hi, Thanks for the reply. I like certain fruit and what I enjoy you may not so I may say X fruit is bitter but you may like bitter...It truly is a question of perspective.

You simply can't base what you fear buying on other peoples comments be they positive nor negative. Its all so subjective as pointed out several times, mot of the naysayers here, and there are a few, don't even own the device! You are nervous to purchase in case you don't like it based on this forum. Please Youtube this mobile and read the professional reviews, people who have been testing these devices for years. They all appear to me to write and speak highly of the note 7. BTW that would not change how I felt about my ownership even if they spoke poorly of it as I think its a very good work device. NOT for everyone though, not supposed to be. It is for me with bells on. :D

I wish you well with what ever you purchase. :highfive:

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] matsuyamakaze:
Finally I was abput to create a thread about how we discuss the greatness of the phone. Too many negative ppl complaining if you dont like it pick up said phone and take it back, this community is suppose to be positive supportive not bashing new products or what others enjoy regardless. Refreshing to see positivity I love this phone it's simply amazing and superb. Thank you to the others that are positive in this forum.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] winol:
very true indeed matsuyamakaze
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Rick GM:
Phones, like cars and pretty much everything else, are a matter of personal choice. For me this is by far the best phone I have ever owned (last two were a SonyZ3 and a Z3+). I would agree that the speaker is pretty soft but only an issue if you want to use it to play music (get a BT speaker). There's nothing more that I want in a feature packed phone. Read the reviews and make your own choice.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ganish:
the best fone of 2016 till 2019 ,thats y its note 7 and not note 6 , im so pissed off by all this criticism
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] sharingan5791:
The only complaint I have is that they took out the features from the old s note app like link to action. Besides that I live this gorgeous piece of hardware. Oh another complaint I have to cover this beauty with a case. That's about it though. Even with the recalls. I still love it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] kasakka:
Do you feel there are any caveats to the curved screen? I'm considering a Note 7 because the curvature is a lot less noticeable than on the S7 Edge, which was criticized for distorting the image around the curve afaik. I currently have a Oneplus One that I'm quite happy with but would love something just a tiny bit physically smaller and with a fingerprint reader but don't feel the Oneplus 3 is much of an upgrade in other areas.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
With mutual respect. So what you suggest is we should all read your opinion and purchase one based on your opinion? Opinions are like ears, we all have them and to suggest we buy based on any report is unwise. Taste is a major factor not to mention what we need the device to perform. I need the S-pen so that leaves me zero options.

No one on earth can choose ones hi-fi set up for us, we all have different preferences in sound reproduction that's why we have such a massive choice and stores that will arrange a listening session before ones purchases. 'The best' is simply ones own opinion and personal taste. Same with mobile phones.

With such a purchase you have to see the item and test it yourself. Forum opinions and professional reports can, on times, be a rough guide but that is all they are. True professional in the field of electronics will state that.

Ryland :good:

---------- Post added at 04:14 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:00 PM ----------

First thing. Do you NEED the S-pen? If you don't then consider the S7. Great deals can be found on the S7 at present.

Second point. I have been buying the 'edge' editions since they where introduced and have yet to find a half decent screen saver of any type be it skin or armor glass type. Does this matter? Well yes it does as the Note 7 comes with a more

drop resistant

Gorilla glass BUT the trade off is it

appears softer

so 'may' scratch more easily than the S7 edge? I have my Note 7 in the Samsung LED flip case and I have left the factory screen saver on until I can find the courage to change it to the Samsung screen saver looking at me in its box!

YOU must decide what you

want

then what you

need

from your mobile and purchase accordingly. Its great fun looking and searching for ones next technology fix! :highfive:

Don't be pushed and don't rush. Enjoy the shopping experience.

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] kasakka:
I don't necessarily need it but I would probably like it. The S7 is too small for me, I'm used to a 5.5" display so anything smaller just seems a bit too small now. I find myself doing a lot of reading on my phone now whereas before with a 5" display phone I used a tablet a lot more. I was wondering about the curved Note 7 display mainly if it causes any problems clicking icons that are on the edge of the screen or seeing them if they are right on the curved part.

Screen protectors or cases don't really matter to me as I generally use my phones without any. So far haven't broken or scratched a single display. If anybody makes a Oneplus One "sandstone black" type texture skin or case for a Note 7 I might reconsider as I love how grippy that is.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] themissionimpossible:
I see you probably live in a more favorable country...:)

I don't know a store here in Italy that let you install and test by yourself with their 3 or 4 demo top smartphones all your main apps and games, and let you play with those phones for a few hours... Usually those demo phones don't even have a valid SIM card inserted and/or Internet wifi access...:(

And of course I can't just go to USA or to some other country only for such tests.

Conversely, here in Italy a lot of hi-fi stores let you test many different audio or video setups with your own video or music material, so at least in my case your proper suggestion to do the same with smartphones unfortunately is actually not practicable as with hi-fi...
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
Since theres no straight forward answer and the guides seem to be all over the place i was looking for a straight forward answer.can this be unbranded to like the dev edition or something else?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] andybones:
Here is about all I can find from someone reliable.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=68150390&postcount=866

--To me this says - it should be fine to flash the full US Unlocked RUU/firmware, which is x.xx.617.x, I think the latest is 1.91.617.1

I personally have flashed the pmic-8996-1.img from multiple firmwares including, International, US Unlocked, and Tmobile testing out WiFi drain. So, some bits are ok, but the aboot.img (bootloader) contains the partition, so anything other than VZW or the US Unlocked could result in a brick.

Until someone takes the plunge and reports back, or unless their are people out there whom have done this but not seen the posts asking the question. So hopefully if they are out there they will see this thread and comment.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
Ive read this but theres no straight answer in theory it seems possible http://xdaforums.com/htc-10/how-to/guide-how-to-drand-convert-htc-10-to-t3374593
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] andybones:
Yea. I guess just gotta wait to see if anyone has tried it, or pull the trigger yourself.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
Mods can you please delete this thread as i got my answer and it wont help me in what i was trying to do please
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] Tarima:
I had asked you about this very same thing a couple days back in the Root thread. Glad you were able to find a reliable post, thanks.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] andybones:
Very welcome, my friend. :good:
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] Tarima:
Reviving this to ask a related question:

Can I safely flash the latest U.S Unlocked radio to my VZW 10 which has the latest VZW firmware?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] M9guy:
If you flash the unlocked radio you will most likely lose all your verizon features such as volte and so on I would not if you use verizon services. For what purpose would you want to may I ask ? If you want to run your Verizon version on At&t or Tmobile there are threads on both I believe, but you should have support for other carriers already I believe as I think you will just get a non Verizon sim message is all but AndyBones can direct you on how to remove that nag.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] Tarima:
I'm not actually using the phone on Verizon network, I bought it second hand and using it on Rogers network in Canada. Everything runs fine including LTE, but reception is weaker than on my M7 (purchased from Rogers) hence my wanting to try the U.S Unlocked radios to see if things improve. Similarly voice call quality is not that great though it has improved with the 1.82 firmware upgrade.

I don't mind testing out the radio myself, just need some assurance about being able to without bricking the device due to firmware mismatch or other incompatibilities. As pointed out in this thread very little information exists out there from people who have unbranded their VZW 10s or flashed non-VZW radios.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] M9guy:
Have you tried running the latest RUU for the Verizon HTC 10 ? This may fix your issue if you have not already. Also I think on another thread Dottat posted a method to reset your bands of some some if you look on his thread for being able to use the unlocked 10 on Verizon he has it posted on there I believe. Resetting the bands or modem has worked for some people with issues with signal.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] Tarima:
I'm not having an "issue" per se, I just want to see if I can get improved reception with a new radio, so I don't think an RUU flash would change much (I have already reset my modem for a separate issue).

Thanks for your help, I'm hoping that andybones or another dev can answer my question about being able to flash a non-vzw radio safely.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] aer0zer0:
Is Rogers a CDMA based carrier (I legit don't know). You may need to do an entire us unlocked swap, not sure if anybody has tried that yet with a vzw phone.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] Tarima:
No Rogers is a GSM network but my VZW 10 works fine on it.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] GrimJoke:
If by debranding you mean to convert it to US Unlocked version, then Straightforward answer: Yes. You don't need to read further if all you needed was a yes or no, but I felt I should post what I did to convert it to US unlocked from Verizon for others who might need help.

Verizon 4G LTE devices are already unlocked. So, just to be sure, I S-OFFed my device first via sunshine. While S-OFFing, I chose the option of S-OFF with locked bootloader. Then I changed the CID to BS_US001. Didn't have to change the MID as it was the same as US unlocked version, i.e. 2PS650000. Flashed latest TWRP (for nand backup just in case). Flashed US unlocked RUU 1.8X.617.X. Successfully updated to 1.96.617.2 via OTA.

One thing that I immediately noted after converting to US Unlocked version was that the option of OEM Unlocking which was previously not present in the Verizon version became available in the Developer Options. Hope it helped.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] Tarima:
Hi GrimJoke,

Thanks your post! Since I last posted here I've managed to do exactly as you described and ran the Unlocked RUU, updated to 1.96. Now running stock ROM and everything works great, and in fact the phone runs better than it did on vzw software.

I've noticed the same regarding OEM Unlocking. I read from Captain Throwback here that we should now be able to unlock the bootloader with htcdev and with superCID 22222222. I won't try since it's pointless for me.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] GrimJoke:
Thanks a lot about the bootloader unlocking part. That was the only question I had. Now my life's complete.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] leonardojt:
how about from Verizon to complete wwe using wwe radios for international gsm network?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] ahgahg:
does volte work with tmo, att etc after gsm?
[Wing, P4350 General] optimusdag:
Does anyone know what is the maximum microSD size that the Herald supports? I have a 2GB card and want to boy a 4GB o 8GB card, but dont know if the device will support it.

Thnx in advance.
[Wing, P4350 General] duprade:
Check this thread

SDHC card patch WM5 and WM6 working
[Wing, P4350 General] oldjarhead:
I'm using a 4 gb Sandisk in my Wing and it works just fine.
[Wing, P4350 General] alanlh:
Thank David and oldjarhead for the tip, so you guys used the patch to make the Wing able to read SDHC cards right? I'm going to invest in a 4gb SDHC at least.
[AT&T Note 7  Questions & Answers] geekdadof3:
The case I use has a magnet in it for my car mount. Will that interfere with wireless charger?
[AT&T Note 7  Questions & Answers] Shikyo:
Try mounting your phone without the plate in the case. I used a slim case on my Note 5 and now Note 7 and they stick to my dash mount fine. The coils in the phone are enough to stick to a strong magnet.
[AT&T Note 7  Questions & Answers] GReddySetGO:
I've had much success with the phone sticking to my magnetic mount without any case.
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 General] abumaha:
Old one has already update. Newer not here dam
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 General] blunatic:
German A510F DBT also no Update ?

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[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 General] Flyagaric:
German A510f VD2 - we got the MM update aboout 2 months ago ... strange. I experience a really unpleasant over-night battery drain, so maybe they're just trying to improve it?
[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 General] blunatic:
But it's branded with Vodafone. Must install with Odin and lose warranty.

I got an unbranded A510f.

Will wait for a while

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[Galaxy A3, A5, A7, A8, A9 General] paddylaz:
Have they actually officially fixed the android 6 leak issue for SAMSUNG firmwares specifically? That might be why the big delays.

Still nothing for A3 unbranded in UK (BTU).
[Verizon Note 7  Guides, News, & Discussion] xavierxxx2p:
well Verizon disable this by default but you can enable it by downloading ad block for Samsung from play store run it and then you will see adblocking on and off on the extensions tab
[Verizon Note 7  Guides, News, & Discussion] xavierxxx2p:
in another note,have you guys disable DT ignite ? read it on android podcast it's a sneaky way Verizon pushes junk to phone
[Verizon Note 7  Guides, News, & Discussion] recDNA:
Will this prevent those "Congratulations Verizon User You have won a...." browser popups that take over the browser and require a cache or even a browser data clear to get rid of?
[Verizon Note 7  Guides, News, & Discussion] pjrmax403:
EZ Package Disabler..........= No updates w/restart of app. I just use it Didn't develop it

Also try Adguard
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
Has anyone recieved the new verizon update yet?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] dottat:
Me.
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
You gonna work your magic bro so we/i can update without losing s-off
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] santod040:
One does not "lose" s-off from updating their device. :)
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
Thanks brother didn't know that
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] taspankya:
Got my notification at noon today. Waiting on dottat before i flash anything :)
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] dottat:
LOL... waiting for what?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] taspankya:
idk anymore lol - taking this update from s-off/unlocked is going to be a PIA

in general just waiting on anything that might be easier than having to unroot, uninstall supersu, revert back to stock recovery (i think that is where i was thinking you might have just that img), then take s-on and s-off/locked .... i assume these are the steps
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] dottat:
meh... wait for andy or todd to do a custom firmware zip and rom update and you won't even have to wipe!
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] thetriplejranch:
Anyone know how to get rid of the update notification and keep it from popping up?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] santod040:
Long press the (I) in notification drop down and disable
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] hgoldner:
Coming shortly, boss, thanks to [MENTION=2586080]andybones[/MENTION].
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] legaldeejay:
Will this RUU wipe data or internal storage?
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] LibertyMonger:
I apologize for all of us who take your great work for granted buddy. Don't know what we got till it's gone and even then some of us don't know or care lol. I wish more of us would show our appreciation more. My whole HTC experience has always been dependent on Dottat, Andybones, Santod, jcase, beaups and a few others I can't remember. But there isn't many. I know your work and assistance has helped us all tremendously. If it wasn't for you guy's the HTC experience would go from the best to the worst just like that. My phone choice is always dependent on whether or not you guy's are gonna get the next HTC or not. Pretty big deal if you ask me! I think HTC should put you all on their payroll! HaHa
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] aer0zer0:
Oh noes.... Your not gonna drop the sweet sweet exe on our heads that does the things with no thoughts?.... Shame bell..... Lol
[Verizon HTC 10 Questions & Answers] gillim74:
So I ruu back to stock took the update flashed twrp and back on custom rom all with ease.
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EpicMedz:
I have been looking around and can't seem to find the stock recovery for my Z5 E6653. Anyone know how to get the stock recovery back. Wanna do this to get Sony's Android N update.

Thanks!
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hassanman1997:
Simply flash the stock ftf file back from sony flashtool, you should get everything stock in my opinion
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EpicMedz:
Okay thanks!?
[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EpicMedz:
Oh and will this lock the bootloader? And can I still take ota updates?
[Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] 1iwilly:
hello to all i want to give spmc a try on my firestick have it install but now which program do i use to restore the files from kodi to spmc been adblink won't do it thanks