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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krumbs:
Gear VR for Note 8

Picked up the Gear VR for the Note 8, from a seller in Delhi (for 12k). The box looks banged up, but the Gear VR inside was in perfect condition.

I also have the Gear VR Innovator's Edition for Note 4, along with the one that was given free with the S7 (to those who had pre-ordered the Note 7). This one has slightly longer and taller internals to accommodate the Note 8.

The volume button is gone. Rest is the same as before.

If you are thinking of buying the Gear VR for the Note 8, be sure you are getting the SM-R325 model, and not the SM-R324 model that was also launched in 2017 for the S8/ S8+. I saw couple of sellers on eBay palming off the R324 as compatible with the Note 8. You can use the older model with the Note 8, but it is a tight fit and Samsung does not recommend it.

Ask for an image of the box to be certain you are getting the right model. At the bottom right, you will see a line that says, "Now compatible with Note 8". That is the SM-R325.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kkashwin:
Any luck? Ordered on 23rd and still waiting!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
WOW i am not alone , ordered on 25th and still waiting :confused:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drtushar:
I ordered it on 24th got it today morning. Courier company was ecom exp.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
Ah congrats .. just waiting for mine :(
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nitinmits:
Wireless charger is slow with my clear view cover
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
Just to know.. Anyone rocking the note without a case?? Also.. Did anyone find a decent glass protector
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] violin.siva:
I am using the note with the stock case and front guarded by spigen neo flex screen protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
I've got the neo flex protector.. But haven't applied it yet.. Does it affect the sensitivity.. I got a off the shelf glass protector and the sensitivity was pathetic
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] violin.siva:
Spigen is good. I dint feel any issues but a very minute sensitivity less with the s pen. That too happens only when taking serious notes or a pen up draw.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
I really want to try out the alcantara case..too expensive though
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] violin.siva:
If you really need a case for protection the UAG series are the best. Giving a 3K for samsung u can give it them. Double military protection.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
Way too bulky
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] violin.siva:
But protection is more important you mentioned.If you mean that then the uag plasma is the one you should choose.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bala_gamer:
Crisp summary.. Any change in field of view or comfort compared to older gear vr ? Any input lag with the remote?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
My bad.. Basically I'm looking for protection for the screen. And a good looking case that does justice to our phone
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unease:
Nothing. Mine was on 24th and its still in confirmed status. Tweeted and they asked me to call the 1-800#. Maybe will call them tomorrow.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] ravishah922:
UAG neday is best... u can chck out spigen if u want a decent protection nd less bulkiness... i ordered ringke fusion smoke black... will areive tomorrow... my bro uses UAG Monarch on his s8+ nd trust me once u use UAG, u dnt need nethin else
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] abdullah1982:
I got this SMS today morning "Congratulations on purchasing the new Galaxy Note8.

We are pleased to inform that your wireless charger redemption was done successfully.

It is under process and shipment information will be sent to you in a few days.

On this Note, We would like to extend our warm wishes for a very happy and prosperous Diwali to you and your family.

Although I used coupon on 29th Sep and got confirmation email for the order same day. Still wonder when they will ship mine.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
I got my jio voucher redeem today in my note 8 without any talks with customer care.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Can u explain in detail how you got ? I am at my wit's end as both samsung and jio customer care each time when called have a driffrent story to tell.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
Put your jio sim in sim 1 slot and i think you have to login to my galaxy app using your jio phone number so try to create new id using jio. Download my jio app and log in to that. now all you have to do is wait for few hours. you will get sms from jio. Redeem voucher from my jio app. you will get extra 1 GB per day.

this is what i have done. im not sure if it will work for you or not. good luck :good:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Checkout pixel 2 live wallpapers

Looks awesome on note 8 super AMOLED display

This is what we want all pixel software on note 8 with note 8 hardware .. no one can beat this combination

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3481640
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
use 64bit version to get live weather map (cloud) in marble
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
What's that ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kdatale:
+1
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
This version

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=74171125&postcount=779
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Thanks for the fast reply. I am going to try and let u know what happens. ! Fingers crossed.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Which one is that buddy ? Can you give the download link ...it’s the same thread I used earlier
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B29Dh2QdbmxXSTU0WUU5Ni1fVjQ
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Well that's exactly the same APK I installed ..and again saying I am looking at my wallpaper a lot now ... LOL
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Demonoid_i_am:
Got my wireless charger in evening. The leather texture finish is amazing.

Having issue with fast charging through the charger though.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Anyone having the idea or procedure to logout of the my galaxy app so as to create a new account and login again. I want to do so to collect the jio coupon.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] karthikdoc:
i purchased the handset on 15th october and i got it delivered on 17th Oct. Is the wireless charger offer eligible for my purchase? because it doesnt come in the mygalaxy app
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unease:
It will take 24-48 hours to propogate post activation in my galaxy app.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
I just received my note 8.wanted to ask two things

1. Does YouTube full screen works for anyone because I can't get the toggle to get it in full screen

2. Anyone has or planning to buy rhinoshield bumper case
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
1. Yes it works for me

2. No
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
1.yes

2.possibly, still undecided
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
I dunno why but I can't watch YouTube in full screen still getting the black bars. Does anyone the any solution.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] manu.tabraham:
Can you put up a screenshot brother
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unease:
Do you not see that button? Tap on the screen once when the video is playing
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] karthikdoc:
Thanks waiting for it, checking it often :D

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Anyone here have tried the super glue method to glue a second sim on the microSD card and use both sims and microSD ??

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-note-8/how-to/dual-nanosim-microsd-time-t3689361
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
Yes that button is not there
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krumbs:
I did not notice any upgrade in the FOV or comfort. And there were no input lags with the remote. In fact, Samsung seems to have done a few under the hood optimizations with the Note 8 -- the VR experience is the smoothest so far.

I have been using Gear VR for years now (got hold of the very first Innovator's Edition for Note 4 within two weeks of launch in the US) and have had a ringside view to the evolution of VR on Samsung phones. Note 4 used to overheat and break the VR experience, the S7E used to stutter regularly and even with the S8+, I would experience occasional freezes and lags. But, with the Note 8, I feel Samsung has finally gotten it right. It could also be because of Android 7.1.1 and Samsung reducing Touchwiz bloat.

Looking forward to what Oreo brings to VR. Incidentally, Daydream still stutters -- I don't think Google or Samsung have optimised the code for Exynos processors. And perhaps it is in Samsung's best interest to keep the Gear VR experience superior to Daydream on its own phones...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drmpk:
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/officia...8-protective-stand-cover-case-deep-blue-64381

I am planning to buy this one from mobilefun uk. Can anybody give me a suggestion as to should i go ahead with this or not. It costs almost same as what it costs in India. And this color isn't available in India. Moreover i am not able to even buy the black one here in India.

Happy festival to all.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dsvictor:
Go to setting>display>fullscreen app and make sure youtube app is selected as in screenshot.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
Yes it is selected
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dsvictor:
I will suggest you to go to setting>app> and clear data and cache. And see.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Full screen while playing video or just the app ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
Full screen while playing video in landscape..

I have also done factory reset via recovery still the same problem
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drmpk:
Clean cache via recovery and then do a factory reset
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krumbs:
I was tempted by this case... until I watched this video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxrRNUS8khQ

Check what is written on the back of the box (around 20 seconds into the video). It clearly says you have to remove the case before using the wireless charger. That was a deal breaker for me.

However, later in the video (around the 3min 15s mark), he places the phone on a wireless charger and it does start charging.

So someone will need to check if the thickness degrades the charging speed and so Samsung officially recommends taking off this case.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drmpk:
Actually it is suggested to take off all sorts of rugged bumper cases for wireless charging. Not because it wont work, but because of heat build up i guess. The samsung convertible wireless charger even has a built in fan to prevent thermal build up. None of the case manufacturers even mention this. If you read the fine prints in the product literature provided with some phones, it is adviced to remove case even during regular charging, let alone wireless charging. Samsung with this case is asking us boldly to remove case for wireless charging (they are on damage control mode after note 7 debacle and don't want any note 8s flaming up :cool: ) which other case manufacturers don't. I am not an expert. This is what i have learnt over last few days while researching about this case.

By the way i ordered the blue version of the case from ebay uk. Supposed to arrive by oct 25th.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] amey_shah2011:
I have applied Clear Coat 360° protector on my Note8.Very happy with it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
I have this Samsung Rugged case & the charging with the standing position is a hit or miss, horizontal it will charge but the best way to charge with this case wirelessly is flat down, the traditional way. Though it adds a bit of heft, the case looks extremely stylish & premium besides giving a reassured feeling about protecting the device.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Some pics with the official Samsung Rugged case.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
Done that still not working.. Do we get the e toggle while watching normal downloaded videos or we have to select stretch option.. Bcoz in downloaded video also m not getting the toggle
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] abdullah1982:
was using Spigen Ultra Hybrid. Want feeling the happiness of that premium phone in hand since day 1, so finally after 20 days installed Spigen Thin Fit. Was using it on my s7 edge too. Am so glad to finally enjoy my note 8
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Pixel Xl 2 display is getting some serious hammering from tech reviewers.

https://www.imore.com/pixel-2-colorgate-and-oled-hard?amp
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sweet_ashu2001:
Happy diwali guys
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Happy Diwali
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dsvictor:
Happy Dipawali
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Chirag22ster:
Hi guys.

I am planning to gift the note 8 for my wife for padva tomorrow. How is the battery life? Also she has very small hands. Will it be difficult for single handed usage?

Any serious issues with the phone if anyone can point out?

I am an S7 edge user and very happy with samsung.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dsvictor:
I will sugest S8. Before Note 8 I owned S8 and was very happy with that in terms of battery life and it too comfortable in hands. But I am a die hard of Note series so bought Note8.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sukhi:
+1 I still miss my S8. Battery life is more or less same but the form factor of S8 is outstanding. Note8 outperforms in Camera and a tad in smoothness bcuz of 7.1.1 and 6gb ram but that is barely noticeable. Note8 is not only heavier but at times over prolonged usage starts hurting
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Try once in any store for in hand feel, yes it's big phone but tall not wide so not an issues here but it's personal choice, also I got for my wife, she is comfortable with it

And battery life is better than s8 plus which I used earlier...and don't go for these flagships just for battery life ... It's the overall experience with all it's features , s pen, the georgeous screen which makes it a complete package

And not to mention the camera is just unbeatable in Android world on note 8
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bala_gamer:
No issues whatsoever in that group, dunno why anyone is making a big drama out of it. If anyone Dosent like the content it or feel offended when soemome posts good about note 8 then just quit the group and move on.

Life is much broader than xda and telegram groups, the group name clearly says s8 note8 owners group, if people don't like it just don't join in first place and bad mouth blindly... that spoils the whole fun... think twice and act wise.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
thank you so much bala
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] djrichard05:
This post is for the fellow member who posted a while back on the telegram group we use.

I have been a member of the group since day 1 and I know the owner of the group. Firstly you have got it all wrong about Spidey and Rohit and Dixie.. None of them are the real owners or admins. That group says to speak in English but ppl do use their own language which is not a hard and fast rule to be honest. Some people do use Hindi as well and no one is kicked out for using it. Its Indian for a reason. The motive of the group is to speak about Note8 & the S8. Hardcore indian fans have joined that group coz they love this phone and have grouped together to discuss on it. If you don't like such groups, just dont join them.

**Mod edit**

Cheers and a Happy Dowlai to all.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Thanks bro
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] djrichard05:
Right back at ya :svetius:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] NoteBigFan:
:good::good:

xxxxxxx:laugh::cool:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] djrichard05:
Note big fan or Not big fan :confused::confused::confused:

Typo or new user name :p
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] aslam4580:
??? as per i know on that particular group till now 5 of the conversation occured in hindi.Main moto is to help all the note 8,s8/s8+ and also we have added gear s3.EVERYONE CAN SHARE THEIR OPINION but not in offend way.we are taking risk to help u guyz with customizations and modifications for your phone with out any problem.if anyone is not adoptable he can leave from our telegram group.its your own choice.

**happy diwali**
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TheSilentBang:
+ 10000
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] pratik_193:
What? You guys have manojs again? Or someone like manojs?

Anyone remember manojs?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Chirag22ster:
Thank you Saj 2001, Gillboys and dsvictor.

I went for Note 8 finally. The gorgeous screen and the outstanding camera made me go for it. S8 was on my mind but camera and RAM almost same as S7 edge which is selling for 38k. I am an S7 edge user so wanted a definite upgrade over my phone.

Completely blown over by the camera. Qhd videos are a treat to watch. Very happy with the buy .

Now waiting for S9 so i can upgrade my s7 edge. S9 camera is supposed to be mind blowing with the new sensors n all. So lets see.

Thanks again guys.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] neversayoceans:
The greatest lawyer?? :laugh:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Anyone planning to get pixel xl 2 from note 8 should watch this

https://youtu.be/0JjbMT_x6CM
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] SAJdroid:
Dear Bala

Would love to part of the N8 telegram group , could you share the details ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bala_gamer:
[MENTION=5670748]Quicksilver[/MENTION] will give you the link

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2gen old display... no thanks :P
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] SAJdroid:
Bala thank you got the link ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Yeah every company is going OLED in 2017 (including fruit company ) where as Samsung is building and perfecting super AMOLEDs for last so many years

No wonder all these display will be 1st Gen quality whereas Samsung flagships will be awesome , no comparison at all

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Everything is great except software update Samsung just sucks at it even for their flagships....we are 2 months old android security patch

Absolutely not acceptable and God only know when they will wake up and get Orea....maybe after S9

Very disappointing...google should kick their asses and fine them for not providing monthly patches at last and set a specific timeframe for version update...at last for flagships phones
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Dbj.Dhaval:
Anyone using lmt launcher?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rohit25:
Delete
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
my dealer called me & confirmed that they will be getting stocks by 23/09. Pricing maybe along the 70-75K mark which will be a big disappointment. He had no updates about the launch events but it looks just around the corner. You can take these dealer information with a pinch of salt. With a 70k price point hope Samsung throws in enough goodies like the dex & new Note8 gear VR.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
From Samsung track it may not be more than free wireless charger
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
http://m.economictimes.com/magazine...laxy-note-8-in-india/articleshow/60376310.cms
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rufusj89:
Launch on the 12th of September. Stocks will arrive in stores midnight of 22/23.

Priced at 69,990 for base variant.

Will be interesting to see how much of a premium Apple will charge for its iPhone X and how Samsung will compensate with its freebies as a "value add" ( 69k with wireless charger and gear vr would not be a very bad deal tbh)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Nice refreshing review from Mr. Mobile of the Note8, putting thinks in perfect perspective.

https://youtu.be/K9BMWhYrE98
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/www....992/netflix-hdr-video-streaming-galaxy-note-8
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
22nd is the confirmed release date.....seems wireless charger and one time screen replacement will be the intial offers....pricing not yet confirmed but not above 70k for 64gb variant....
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
Not at launch
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
@75k I will definitely skip the Indian Note8, will source it from Dubai. Frankly all Samsung bundled goodies aren't that exciting.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Sell the freebie on Olx and recover money.

I sold my wireless charger of s8 plus on Olx

Dex is like 10k can get you lot of money back
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Yes I get that, but I highly doubt they would price the Note8 at 75k($ 1150) for an Android device in such a price sensitive market like India. I remember the Note7 release when every tech blogger was splashing 65k & it was released for 59k with a host of goodies. Internationally they are facing a lot of falk for the $1000 pricing.

Rs. 69990 looks like the perfect markup with a free Wierless charger.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
We never know Samsung they want to price it right up with iPhone

And iPhone this time will be even more costly here

But yeah 70k is max with Dex freebie and some offer of Jio etc data
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
This is what will happen as per Samsung past records

Release 64gb with freebie for 70k

Release 128gb for 75k after few weeks

Freebie most probably be wireless charger again ... If it's Dex then it will be bonus...however note 8 is pushed as business phone and they want to compete desparate with iPhone so Dex seems logical freebie
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Now, this is confirmed news, so 12/09 finally.

http://indianexpress.com/article/te...september-12-company-sends-out-press-invites/

[IMG="invite"]http://images.indianexpress.com/2017/09/samsung-galaxy-note-8-main.jpg[/IMG]