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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Tracking on aramex website says the package is coming from gurgaon to delhi

Which should have been delivered today itself.

I guess ill get it tomorrow morning
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jatty:
Just picked up my note 8 from dealer here in navi mumbai very different feel from s8 plus better grip and display is improved as compared to s8 plus
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
The tagline "if don't have an iPhone then you don't have an iphone"

Should be changed to

"If you don't have a Galaxy Note, then you don't have a Galaxy Note".

Finally everything seems perfect. I know the s8+ is an amazing phone but this is on a next level altogether!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dr.ketan:
Rooted...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
Did anyone who book from amazon receive a pre-order message from samsung for successful registration?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
I did not
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Finally got time to pick up Note 8 Black from local dealer,

I dont know how and why the hell its updating apps automatically, i havent setup Gmail acc. in play store,

Its downloading 570MB system update, i guess everyone is aware about it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
Oh okay. Trying to understand how we'll get the benefits of wireless charger and one time 990/- screen replacement
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Maybe the number youve given for shipping updates/notification and other updates regarding the order
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
http://www.samsung.com/in/offer/galaxy-note8/
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] yajur:
doc can you update the steps for rooting.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Okay i cant verify mobile number on My Galaxy, no SMS received :( Airtel

Tried over Wifi and 4G.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
I have given it a read. The issue is that it talks of an sms that will be received informing about the pre-order which will serve as device registration confirmation. Maybe its different for amazon?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
Great news :)

Mine is still at Mewat from 1pm. Hopefully it'll move too or I might have to move away from amazon
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Got mine amazing feel device note is back with bang ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Mine arrived at gurgaon facility
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Just got it before the shutters went down, it's going to be a long night ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Hope everybody gets it by tomorrow
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dhan_shh:
Got my Note8 with a DEAL!

Got my favourite Note 8 Gold

I met a person with HDFC bank credit card,I told to get Note 8 with card and awail Rs.4000 cash back.In that I told him to take Rs.2000 as a deal! I paid him 65900 by neft.Great to have 2000 savings that too on day1!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sweet_ashu2001:
Awesome
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
Damn. Kinda jealous ? Mine is still in Mewat.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unease:
Congratulations to those who got their phones. Mine is out for delivery. Yay!

Just a quick question: Are there any bloat apps preinstalled on the phone? Have you guys disabled any yet?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jahmeego:
check it out.. whatever he telling is true.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXtoc3QKxPg
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dhan_shh:
Cam is really good!

But,"Camera Quick Launch" feature is missing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
Yeah in India there is a new rule to map power buttons to emergency dial. On my galaxy s8 I used bxactions to use the bixby key to open camera and flash
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krumbs:
Thanks! Agree with most of the points he raises.

Anyway, I am a heavy S-Pen user (and have owned Note 1 to Note 4) and so it was an easy decision to upgrade to the Note 8.

But yes, if you don't care about the stylus, Note 8 is not worth the premium.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drtushar:
Congratulations to those who have got their beast. I have held back on my pre bookings. Anyone coming from s8 plus and have got note 8 please share ur reviews. No fan boy reviews please ;)

With the price drop of s8 plus it looks more tempting to me. Apart from stylus anything that's extraordinary in note 8?

And yes battery stats too. I know it's too early but s8 plus user can get a clue
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
If you have to ask that question then the s8 is for you. Seriously, no sarcasm. The Note is for those who really really love the pen. This has been true since the Note 5 days. I have upgraded from the s8+ and this is the phone for me. I really love using the pen. Other than that there's just the second cam, and although great that alone isn't worth the premium.

The phone feels quite a big larger so that's a minus from the s8+. But I like the boxy design of all notes more so for me that isn't a problem. Although the miniscule increase in height has made the fingerprint scanner from usable to barely usable.

Battery was bad for me on the s8+ so can't comment right now.

That's all that I've noticed till now.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Mine is out for delivery from amazon.

If you dont use spen..there is not much youre missing if you buy s8+

The main camera is the same...if you think portrait shots are worth it buy the note 8

Also if you multi task quiet a bit then 6gb ram would be better than the 4gb in s8+.

Battery life is almost equal in real life usage according to the reviewers.

I personally hate the curve design of the s series, and have never owned one.

Been using note since the first one came out.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] drtushar:
Which version are we getting in India for note8.... Exynos or the snapdragon?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sagarb:
any alternative for quick launch of camera it's disabled in note 8 too (even in s8 indian version also) :(
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Anybody able to claim or see the freebies on my Galaxy app yet?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
Congratulations man :)

Delivery from Gurgaon or Delhi?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
It has. It reached Gurgaon but now it shows Delhi. My deliveries are generally carried out from Delhi for some reason.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Gurgaon to nehru place facility

Then out for delivery..so its from delhi

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Whats the status of Ats?

I guess youll get it tomorrow as soon as you are here to pick it up

The seller is based in bangalore..so might be shipping some units from there..

My invoice says its being sold by savex and is shipped from a facility in haryana

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I read somewhere in the term and conditions that the sim should be in for at least 3 days..thats when youll get the offer

I could be wrong though.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Got Note 8 yesterday, didnt got enough time to play with it,

Note 8 is really really finger print magnet lol, i guess i am gonna need to spend 5000+ more on accessories :-/
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Hope it reaches before you.

What case did you order?!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Absolutely agree, also it needs a rugged case for sure and a nice branded one.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
well i already did spend way more than i initially planned too :p still i haven't got my phone Amazon is testing my patience :rolleyes:

2 Tempered Glass , 2 Cases and New 128GB SD card
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] superfast:
suggest a good application which does double tap gesture to wake up the screen...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Freebies ?

I also got my Note 8 yesterday from Croma CP in Delhi, the sales rep called me around 4 pm and 6 pm the device was in my hand. They are also clicking pictures and giving customers framed copies. There are a lot of finance schemes available to buy to. The phone is really a beast. My main question is has anyone been able to generate coupon for the wireless charger from the my galaxy app. The banner was there yesterday and the sales rep told me the get coupon code option will be available on the 3rd day after activation but today in the morning when i checked the banner is gone from the my galaxy app. Any else having the same issue ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
From what i heard its usually take 3-4 days to appear.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
It was there yesterday. Today gone
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] anmolbedi:
From the first impressions after the update the battery seems to be holding quite well. Too early to conclude, shall test for a few days and let's see.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
From Bangalore thats why it pisses me off even more . :mad:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] superfast:
Check under coupons in application
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Thanks for the suggestion, but nothing under coupons related to wireless charger.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Wait for 3 days

It will come back
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] superfast:
I redeemed the coupon in Samsung shop ,got under coupons in galaxy app...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Just spoke to samsung customer care as stated on their website. *If you don’t see your offer banner, try swiping through all banners. If no banner is found, try restarting the App. Else contact helpline. Was asked to email them, just did that lets see what happens.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
My coupon got generated guys..try closing and opening the app again
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
I tried closing and restarting the app several times. I ll try again in a bit and let you guys know.

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Thank you everyone for the suggestions and tips, just tried again and was able to generate the coupon code. This is why XDA is a thriving community because of the love and support people are ready to provide.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Great ??
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
I think i spoke soon, the coupon code generated when applied shows invalid.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Same, Coupon "DICKJDKLSKJH" is not valid.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] swapy12:
For me too it's showing invalid code.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Hahahah is this even a real code seems funny!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Of course its real ;)

Btw contacted customer care, they gave me Email id to write about it and send invoice copy, imei screenshot etc.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] fulcrum1971:
Same here. Seems to be a glitch. Spoke to samsung shop. They should be addressing it soon.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
my.galaxy (AT) samsung.com

Proof :

1 ) Screen shot of IMEI

2) Invoice Copy

3) Screenshot of Invalid coupon code error.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Yes i was also told to try after 2 to 4 hours, Interestingly i was told to restart my device and try to order from the my galaxy app itself. Hope the problem gets rectified and all the people are able to get the charger soon.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Its raining in delhi since morning, might not get it today afterall
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Guys about the one time screen replacement, is there a coupon to claim too or it has to be paid only at the time of an unfortunate screen replacement?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dr.ketan:
Same here, issue redeeming coupon (Invalid coupon error), wrote mail to said Email ID
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
So the issue of invalid coupons is something that people from all part of the country are facing.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Jio is i think via the myjio app as per the sales rep that i was dealing with .
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krumbs:
So what have we discovered so far about screen protectors and cases that happily co-exist?

I should be getting the Note 8 by Monday, and want to wrap it up nice and cosy in a case + screen protector. But not sure which combo will work the best. Any suggestions?

Btw, having previously owned the S7 Edge and then the S8+, I have given up on tempered glass protectors -- they are just a waste of money.

So looking at PET film protector for the Note 8, along with a compatible case.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
No need to claim anything for screen replacement.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krumbs:
I redeemed the Jio Double Data offer for the S8 Plus. And it was a nightmare! Took a lengthy email exchange with customer support, stretching over a month (and over 25 mails) before they fixed it.

In theory, it is supposed to be simple -- just plug in the Jio SIM into the new phone and the JIo backend will automatically recognise the handset, and then credit you with a voucher that you can redeem via the MyJio app.

BUT that never happened with the S8 Plus, even though it was bought straight from the Samsung eStore and was not some import. The worst part was customer support sent me the same reply at least 8 times -- a step by step guide on redeeming vouchers! Even though I had clearly stated that I already know how to redeem vouchers and my problem was that the damn voucher WAS NOT showing up in the app! Guess Jio customer support does not believe in actually reading customer mails before dashing off a copy-paste reply!

Anyway, persistence paid off and they eventually credited the voucher.

Though I am hoping they have got their act together and the process will be smoother this time. Will find out soon when I get my Note 8!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Mine is with aramex....lets see...

Also ats is to deliver a router to me today ...that guy has not come till now also.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rufusj89:
Battery life seems hit and miss. Drained in 6 hours with SOT of 4 hours. Granted that this was the first charge and there were a lot of background updates.

Got the black alcantara case. Feels sexy in the hand but doesn't play nice with screen protectors or tempered glass. Any suggestions?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sagarb:
same here

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to whom u wrote doc I'll also do same even I'm getting invalid code
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dr.ketan:
my.galaxy@samsung.com
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] swapy12:
Even i faced this issue. Voucher didn't appear in my jio app. Talked only once to customer care and he said sir there is no such offer and then i never bothered to call them again for just 1gb/day extra data.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Just tried and Coupon code worked, Placed order :)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
Yup done now.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
BIXBY VOICE NOW WORKING IN INDIA!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
Coupon worked, order placed.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
Common Amazon . how many transit centers in Bangalore before i get the device :(

also so its latest version of Wireless (Fast) Charger we are getting good ...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Done and done, coupon codes are working. Order fast before stock runs out.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unease:
Mine is out for delivery since 8AM. :mad:

Called Amazon and they said the delay is cos of the bulk orders, thanks to the Sale! :rolleyes:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] fulcrum1971:
Finally done.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Thndrkiss:
Thats why i was in hurry, because i knew that stock won't last long :p
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Where do you stay?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] fulcrum1971:
Bixby voice available now.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
Hey guys does anyone see light coming out from side of edge screen ? What should i do ? should i keep this phone or exchange it ?

And when I can't see wireless charger offer tab in my galaxy. Does it take time ? I just turned on my phone and did setup. Should I update my phone before availing offer ? Ah so many questions.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
What light exactly ? Give the phone some time after a while the charger banner will appear in the my galaxy app.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
I can see some light coming out from place where edge screen and metal body are binding in side.Put your phone on full brightness and turn off all light and see if you have this in your phone.

I'm worried about water resistance.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vinumsv:
Seems to be documented issue / flaw

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-note-8/help/light-bleed-t3670247/

Try to get replacement unit , as we paying almost 68,000rs on this device.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mikil.mamtani:
Nothing on my device. Best is to go back to the place you bought it retailers i think have a 72 hour shop warranty.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
I just talked with customer service.He told me to visit service center, get my device checked by them and to get replace certificate.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] tushardoultani:
Called up aramex...because of the rain they never sent it out...they will send it tomorrow now.

If i knew earlier id have gone to them and collected it myself.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
Have the same thing. A thin line top to bottom on the left side of my screen.

Don't really think I care though, since the same thing was there on my dad's s8 and also it's not seen in a case at all.

Right now my screen uniformity etc is perfect, no defects. Don't want to get a worse one in exchange.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] deohrishikesh7:
Samsung india fb page posted Bixby voice available in india..

Anyone got it?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] saj2001ind:
Just update ur app
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rkaria1970:
www.sammobile.com/apk/touchwiz-home/samsung-touchwiz-home-6-1-50

download the app to get swipe down gesture for opening notification panel from home screen.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kdatale:
I just received my Note 8. Beautiful. Just playing with it now.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
Mine is already worst. I can see light from both side of phone from top to bottom. Does it cause any trouble with waterproofing ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sweet_ashu2001:
Successfully applied wireless charger coupen
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] anmolbedi:
Not bad battery life for 2nd discharge...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] skrockstar:
Can anyone tell how to generate wireless charger coupon? Under my galaxy app coupon i m getting nothing other than bull**** coupons
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rufusj89:
I am on my second discharge cycle.

I have to say that I am disappointed a bit.

Its been on for 5 hours 42 min with SOT of 3 hours 16 min.

35%

Unsure as to how good/bad this is.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] unease:
Vidyaranyapura. The phone finally got delivered at 8pm .
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] watsinaname:
I was able to order thw wireless charger from within the my galaxy app.

What case/cover and tempered glass combination is everyone ordering here, I ordered the Spigen Rugged Armor case, not sure any temepred glass will work with it. Ordered something from ebay though, will keep thread updated
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] testimony:
For the front, tempered glasses aren't a good option. With my galaxy s8 I tried everything from olizar to cheap ones but the lack of glue in the middle ended up reducing touch sensitivity and made some scratches. Only whitestone dome worked but jeez what a cost! I'll suggest that people go for tpu/ plastic screen protectors because they work somewhat well.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
Did you got coupon ? My device is turned on since yesterday. I have not got one yet.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sweet_ashu2001:
I got coupon......try exiting the app and open once again.....try restarting the device if exiting app not works.......btw anybody got jio data i am unable to find data voucher in jio app
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nishant786:
This is the "issue" I am facing. Guys please check your phones (in low light with full screen brightness) and post pics, so that I can understand if it's normal or not and decide on replacement.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kkashwin:
I am not able to generate the coupon despite exiting the app and restarting the device multiple device. Are there any other techniques to try? Why couldn't Samsung just ship with the original order!!

What is more annoying is that My Galaxy seems to have some sort of assistant of its own!!! That has started badgering me about managing my finances - not sure what remaining "finances" does Samsung expect me to have after me spending nearly 70k on this phone!! :)

Does anybody know how to disable that assistant?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] vivek 8:
go to thier website via pc and generate
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] kannanX10:
Seems like light refraction from edge not leak.....have u installed screen protector?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] -ShaNa:
I mentioned same issue yesterday. I can see light from both the side and even from bottom side.

I'm going to service center in a hour for replacement. I'll post their reply here.

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Yes it is not leak. It is refraction but still for this amount of money I don't like to have that. It is distracting even during normal use. I can't ignor it while using phone.