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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
Do you have both phones? If so, crank the manual brightness up to maximum on both phones, put them on a white background (the same background, maybe settings or something almost all white), then post a picture of both phones side by side so we can see the differences for ourselves. Thanks!

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Another issue with the Axon 7 is it has shown significantly worse signal reception in both cell signal and wifi signal. This is because of the metal back. So the downsides are a lower brightness display, not very good cell phone signal, the SD card cannot be merged with the internal memory (you can't install apps on the SD card on the Axon 7) and a much lower quality camera. I guess for half the price, you make some concessions. Actually, right now you can't even buy the Axon 7 for $399 as Amazon retailers have bumped the price up likely because of the higher demand since the Note 7 users are looking for another phone to replace it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Novarider:
I have compared my note 7 to my friends s7 edge and with the same screen open on the same game with both phones set to max brightness the s7 edge was brighter
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
Then you had some settings messed up on the Note 7. The Note 7 has a proven brighter display than the S7. Check out the displaymate review for each device. While the S7 edge has a nice display, the Note 7 trumps it in EVERY way. It isn't debatable honestly. The only way the S7 edge had a brighter display than a Note 7 was different settings on the two devices (something as simple as auto on the N7 and non auto on the S7 or possibly different display modes like adaptive, etc). Or the Note 7 had a defective display, which is not very likely.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Novarider:
Both were set to manual max brightness
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
That doesn't make sense. Could have been different display modes on the two phones. The N7 is a better, brighter display. Look at the displaymate reviews for each phone, there is a significant improvement in the N7 display over the S7, especially in brightness. Most of the other areas are vey close with the N7 slightly better in every way. In any case, the S7 has the next best display available over the Note 7, that is a fact.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ekerbuddyeker:
Well, regardless, I'm very happy with this device.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] kat.hy:
I just ordered the Note 5. I hope it will tie me over until the Note 7 Successor is released. I really miss my Note 7 though.

Samsung has started selling the Note 5 again. When the Note 7 came out, they didn't have the Note 5 anymore but now they do.

I hate that it doesn't have an Micro SD card slot though.

But for now, I think I will like it and I'll just buy an OTG cable and use my flashdrive that I carry around on my keychain as extra space for videos I take with the Note 5.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] MrsHoneyDip:
Where did you buy it?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] onebornoflight:
Got my V20 shipped to my house at about 4 pm. Liking it so far, the camera is phenomenal of course but it just seems very snappy and responsive.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] kat.hy:
Costco. All of a sudden they are selling the Note 5 again.

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That's good the camera is great! It's a nice looking phone too.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] tiguy99:
How do they compare?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
That's good. It does look good overall. One of the top 3 I am considering.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
Guys and girls since giving up my note 7 due to the recall I used an iPhone 7 plus as my daily driver and you might find my results shocking, I made a video here's the link [youtube]Wo6SahgGyfg[/youtube]

I will be doing a video on other alternative phone's and giving you my feedback and honest opinions
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
Not interested, thanks. Good luck selling that in xda forums hehe
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] tonymy01:
Umm, no. Was definitely a loooong video, after 5 mins I decided to ff to the end and nothing shocking, talk about bait and switch to get clicks. I guess you aren't a real Note fan if you think that thing can replace a Note.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ekerbuddyeker:
m.pocketnow.com/2016/10/22/blass-leaks-huawei-mate-9-pro
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Decreate:
I miss the Note 7... :crying:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] *Hooligan*:
I miss it too! Took mine back to verizon today... I checked out the new Pixel phone... that is one ugly phone... I'll wait for the s8 plus or next Note if they make one....[emoji24]
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ReformedAppleFan:
Well balanced review - thanks. There's no way the iPhone 7 can replace the N7 for me, for all the reasons you point out from 19:10 (a "what have the Romans ever done for us" list) *plus* the inflexibility of the OS and ecosystem, and the aesthetic, compared to N7/S7E.

This was a really useful video because it made that all clear to me. Nice delivery, too.

Thanks for taking the time to put it together.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
One cannot compare Appe products with Android products. Two completely different experiences.

No mobile to date can be a just comparison with the Note 7 as non of them have the one feature that made the note..The 'Note', that being the S-pen.

When I owned the Note 1 the S-pen was a simple writing tool and little more. The Note 7 integrated the S-pen into so many areas of ones daily use of the OS, it became like using a mouse!

There is nothing to compare. This is why I feel the loss so strongly. I think to compare the best IPS screen along side the SAMOLED screen is also odd. There again there is simply no comparison its like comparing the best of crap with the best screen type available. I don't want crap even if it is the best crap available. If I wanted good crap screen tech I would return to Sony.

No matter how we cut this there is zero to compare with our Note 7's. Its mind blowingly sad and frustrating. I have bought two pairs of headphones, I don't need, just to compensate my tech addiction and mourn the loss of my Note! Jeez.

Ryland, suffering withdrawal symptoms.

We should start some sort of group therapy for those of us who are in need of it! Lol
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
Nah you misunderstood I'm not selling anything, just my experience using it

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What phone do you think can replace the note 7?

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Thanks for that, the only reason I made this video was simply because many people asked me to, tbh nothing really can replace the note 7
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Novarider:
I picked up a used note 5 to hold me over till the next note comes out.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
Look, that is just not productive, honestly. You might get some new android owners to bait-click that but the majority of android fans (we're on xda forums aren't we) are less likely to do that.

Why not do a video about the cool android phones out there, instead such as v20, zforce or the new mate 9 when it comes out? I'd watch that [emoji6]
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] tonymy01:
Look, maybe I was harsh about the bait and switch, but you oversold it with the "shocking" bit. The button thing was interesting I guess, it was an attempted iphone review from an N7 replacement. But I would think the majority of purchasers of the N7 get it for everything inclusive of Spen, if they weren't interested in Spen then it opens up lots of options including perhaps the fruity one.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
Because these phones you mention are not available in the UK or Europe so most Europeans can't get them unless they can find a way to import them and possibly have band issues, so what other cool android high end phones are Europeans meant to get that are flagship? There are people outside of America which you seem to forget. I have done hundreds of s7 edge videos long ago, and please in future understand what the term click bait means, my video is not click bait the title accurately describes what the video is about.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
some might consider this clickbait material.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] borijess:
This might be of for us.

http://www.sammobile.com/2016/10/23...tedly-let-customers-get-a-galaxy-s8-for-free/
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Novarider:
We'll see if that actually happens
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
Well I am a massive Android fan and have not enjoyed using iOS or the iPhone at all in the past, my followers and subscribers know that I am pro Samsung especially the note 7 so the fact I quite enjoyed using the iPhone is what many people especially those that follow me will be shocked
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
I just bought another one, cheaper than therapy lol.

As you said nothing can replace it so the hell with trying lol.

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It would of course be the right thing to do but given the mass confusion of how the recalls were handled and the joke of the miniscule monetary compensation from samsung we have seen thus far I wont hold my breathe.

The damn well should be offering HUGE discounts on the next device for those of us that have put up with this crap for the last 2 mos.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
When hell freezes over maybe!

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] svache:
lol they would never give us an S8 for free. Best we can hope for is a discount, and even there I have my doubts.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ooMoo:
With the fact there offering the s7 and s7e at full price i doubt they will do anything nice for there loyal customers in the uk now
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
Not the same bells and whistles as defunct note 7 but should be the most similar to it, xiaomi note 2 now with global bands support. Looks yummy indeed.

https://xiaomiprime.wordpress.com/2...pdragon-821-6gb-ram-imx318-4000-mah-and-more/

What do you think of it?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] kepazino:
Why don't they freaking put a stylus

It even has the word note in it
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
I know.. But don't forget it took samsung many stylus iterations to get it to note 7 perfection. Doubt any other than perhaps the fruity company have the resources to get it to similar level in one go.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ekerbuddyeker:
I wonder if we will be able to buy it in the US, and when
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
You can only buy it from specific importers and deal thru them for eventual warranty issues. You can actually pre-order it right now with geekbuying
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
It's only got an HD display though. Why gimp the phone with non-2K screen? Like the V20 - IPS display and huge body to screen size? No thanks.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] pappschlumpf:
I'll go with the MI MIX. The Samsung service suckz in germany. No answers, simply nothing. I'm done with Samsung for now.

Gesendet von meinem SM-N930F mit Tapatalk
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] gclancer:
I've been really upset that I need to turn in my perfectly fine note 7. I was having really tough time deciding which phone to get and I've decided to get the Mi Mix. It's compatible with TMO LTE band 2 &4.

I will be in China next week. Hopefully my friend who owns a cell phone store will be able to get one for me when I get there. Now I am even more excited about my trip lol
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] evo4g63t:
I'm glad you are enjoying your phone I really am but to me Apple represents everything that is wrong with technology today.

They started the trend of non removable batteries. They started a trend of walled gardens (locking your phone into ONE source, the Apple store).

They've likely been a big influence on manufacturers decisions to aggressively bootlock their phones.

Continued use of proprietary components despite the rest of the market adapting usb as a standard.

Not to mention the several unethical moves they've made in the past for quick cash grabs:

- iPad 3 being released only to pretend like it didn't exist 6 months later, essentially offering a half effort tablet instead of developing it into what would be called the iPad 4.

- unnecessary changes to adapters just to get quick money grabs by not allowing 3rd party developers to make lightning adapters for 6 months. Under the guise to make the phone thinner despite the actual 30 pin connector being equal if not thinner than the lightning adapter. Apparently Apple thinks all consumers are as intelligent as monkeys.

- Removal of the 3.5mm plug, if any other company pulled this crap I would bet there would be some serious fire thrown in their direction. Since its Apple its not a bad thing in fact its "innovative!" No one sees this as another cash grab to sell more special adapters in order to use high quality head phones. Its clear to me that is the only purpose to removing the jack.

I cannot fathom giving a company like this my money.

The only thing I really think Apple does exceptionally well is processors, I'd be lying if I said they didn't completely obliterate the competition.

I did like it when Apple was a ring leader in both capacity and battery life but those days are pretty well done they have not only failed to be a market leader in battery life the iphone 7 actually gets LESS battery performance than the competition as well as their previous models.

Sorry I went on a rant there, I was a big Apple fan (still have several iPods) but the crap they pulled with the iPad 3 was just a scum bag move. The lightning adapter change with 3rd party restrictions cemented my opinion that I will never order an Apple product again.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] The G Dept.:
I'm one click away from ordering the Xiaomi Mi Mix PRO but I want to make sure it works on Bell network in Canada. I don't know much about networks.. Anyone can help me out? I've asked Bell and they told me the phone needs to work on HSPA or (UMTS) network and frequencies between 850 and 1900 mhz.

The phone network specs taken from gsmarena:

Looks like it will work, am I right?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
According to these specs lte should be fine.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] The G Dept.:
I'm in Pointe-du-Lac and the reception is not the greatest. Most of the time when I'm at home, the network icon says 3G, or 4G. Does that matter?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] asaqwert:
Just out of curiosity, what version of the Note 7 are you using? Did you get an Exynos model, or just a Canadian model? I've got the W8 Canadian model, and I'm so tempted to just keep it. Biggest concern right now for me is the lack of updates and root, and the theory that Samsung/Robellus *could*, in theory, push out a "big giant phallic appendage the wrong way onto the exit ramp" update that severely restricts or even kills use of the phone. I don't really think they would do that, but it's in the back of my mind for sure. Having the Exynos model would be more comforting, since at least then I could root it. With the W8, I'm not sure what to do....
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] millicent:
There is no way to know until you try the device yourself. That's the issue with imported devices we wait for first guinea pig to try it and post how it works, sorry can't think of a nicer way to say this. And there's the issue with actual coverage at your place, geometry/obstacles/interference etc from operator's nearest cell towers.

There's only the local mobile providers' devices that are somehow guaranteed to work. I say somehow 'cause they occasionally sell phones with crappy reception in their own network as well.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] The G Dept.:
Looks like I AM the guinea pig ;)

I placed my order anyway. We'll see.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] zamzenos:
I got a Note 5 (sim free). Bought it through Hong Kong, but despatched from Luxembourg , so no duty/VAT issues. Would recommend it. The spec is halfway between N4 and N7. I've installed a custom ROM with a N7 port, and it runs sweet and smooth. The lack of a SD slot is less of a problem than expected. I got a 64gig OTG and while not as convenient, it will do as a sort of external drive.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
My current one is a W8....tried to get another exynos but could not find one.

Speaking from experience Id much rather have a note 7 even if i can't root it than not have one at all.

Not too worried they will or even can disable it...all my update crap is disabled and I know that works as I never got the battery charging OTA on my exynos using the same apk to disable and even if they block the imei thats easy enough to deal with.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] apprentice:
Err.. Nooooo thank you.

I would not consider an iPhone, ever, period.

I cannot understand the new wave of folks on XDA trying to convert ex Note 7 users to Apple. They are like doorbell ringing mormons!

I mean it's a totally different operating system, ecosystem and goes against everything we all love about Android.

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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
It's an option, what are you replacing your note 7 with?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] apprentice:
I will stick with Android firstly. I like the liberaration, customisation and choice. I have hundreds of apps and games already purchased and always available whatever Android device I go for.

My choice? The next best phone. That is the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.

It's compatible with my Gear VR, fully compatible with my Gear S2/S3

Has the same amazing camera, screen, removable storage, always on display, water resistance, and much more. Furthermore it's still stunning to look at and although sadly no S-Pen , it's as close to the Note 7 as I can possibly get.

I am quite certain I made the right choice as a replacement to the mighty Note 7.

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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] asaqwert:
You used to have an Exynos version? Or am I misunderstanding?

I'm beside myself with disappointment over this whole fiasco... the worst part, to me, is that there's just nothing else out there that's even close to comparable. Nothing that's as slick and looks as good etc. So many features/functionality that's missing on all the other options, when comparing to the Note 7.

But maybe worse than all of that is the fact that Telus (and everyone else, it seems) is really not willing to offer much at all. They've basically said "screw you, take the S7 or S7E or something else old, or go to hell. But give us the phone back anyways.". ARRHHHHGG

p.s. how do you deal with the blocked IMEI??? I thought if the IMEI was blocked, it was essentially completely shut down from their end, and there was nothing you could do to get that phone back on their network. Am I wrong?

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It's not an option though, not even close to an option, for many (most?) of us.

That would be like owning a truck, and using it to haul quads, bikes, material, camping gear, go hunting, etc etc, then being told it's recalled, and having someone suggest that you get a Prius to replace it with.

Sure, in theory, it's an alternative vehicle you could use to get you from A to B, in some scenarios, but it's certainly not an option to replace your truck with, if you intend to do most of the stuff you would normally have done with your truck.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Yes i had a exynos version which i stupidly returned for a refund....still kicking myself for that since I cant get another one.

Imei can be replaced...cant discuss here its against the rules but google it and you will see or check your local kijiji....lots of options.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] mav42:
If your looking for a exynos ver check fleebay there were a few Aussies selling theirs
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
Members here is my video on my thoughts regarding if the Pixel xl is a viable replacement option for the Note 7. Let me know if you agree or not.

[youtube]rOEuX-I5wL4[/youtube]
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Happy2016:
LG v20

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i noticed you seems to have quite a few cons for this phone from display to battery life, why not get samsung s7 edge?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
I have a s7 edge already which I have been using since its release from day 1, but it has become very laggy and it's hard to hold
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Happy2016:
in that case, try v20 :)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
The v20 is not being released in Europe
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Happy2016:
huawei mate 9?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ramheer:
It's not released yet
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] svache:
Seems I've given in to the dark side as I went with the V20 for now... I was playing a bit with it in the AT&T store and liked it better than I thought I would. Trying it out for a week or so and will see what it does (they don't allow restock fees in my state). But who knows, while I miss the s-pen and Samsung Pay, this isn't half bad so far... who knows what will happen lol, this may very well be byebye to Samsung for me lol.. then again... I have to see about the battery, I barely make it through a day and that's without heavy use.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Jrgom:
I had to make the switch, ordered a pixel xl, going to get it in a month. my s6 has become very slow and unresponsive to the touch screen for the top 1/2 of the screen. Im hoping by the time i get the phone, there will be some news on the s8, ill have 14 days to return the phone, so we will see. still miss my note 7
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] NIKKOTUASON:
Mi MIX. I wanna try that bazeless out.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
Mi Mix isn't going to be offered in the US though from all accounts.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
Yes but easy enough to order from multiple sites online.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
And will it work with Verizon? What kind of support/warranty will there be for a phone not carried in this country? I am waiting to see answers to some of these things and see hands on reviews of real world use of the phone. If it works well on Verizon and reviews are positive I would possibly buy it. It's one of the few phones I would consider to replace my Note 7. There aren't many options - the S7 still being the best option overall, but I am waiting for some of these newer phones to be released to see if one of them might be a better option.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BozQ:
I'm using the LG V20 now and I'm loving it. Sure, I'll miss the N7's camera, and a few other neat features like scrolling screen capture. But damn, Android Nougat kicks ass!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] force70:
I agree about possibly being a replacement for the note 7 (although i still have one lol) except for one thing.

No idea about verizon sorry, im thinking it probably wont be 100% compatible though.

I never really think about warranty too much...

So about that one thing... the prelim reviews have the camera as very average at best. That is unfortunately a deal breaker for me until proven orherwise
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] teegunn:
Yeah, there are usually catches to these kinds of phones. Not very compatible with Verizon. Middling camera. Not water proof. Always seems to be a few things that end up putting them in the "no" pile of possible N7 replacements. The S7 is by far the best option right now unfortunately.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Belimawr:
the real problem is Samsung made one hell of a phone, if you ignore the battery the Note is easily the best phone of 2016, the design, screen, battery life and everything was just perfect. (obviously ignoring failures)