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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
It did, I was just impressed it was the Evo+ SD card (have a couple wireless chargers already)

They come together in one white box that has a label saying wireless charger, the SD card is inside with the charger
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] shanti06:
Just got a Samsung gifts shipping notice from UPS, delivering tomorrow. About a week ago, I received an email thgat the gift registration was processed. Sooner than I expected. They seem to be more organized than the last year?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Those of you receiving the gifts can you please let us know through what channel the phones were purchased. Directly from Samsung or from one of our tel-cos.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
I preordered my phone (unlocked model) with Best Buy (Online) and registered/started the preorder form that same day on Samsung Canada's website. I received my phone on Monday Sept 18 and logged into my Samsung account during device setup then received my UPS shipping notice last Thursday (Sept. 21) and received it the next day (Friday Sept 22).
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] moegrease:
I got my phone through Rogers. My Samsung account says still pending
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] asd313asd:
I got my phone via Samsung Experience Store, just received my GWP today... to my surprise I got 2 SD cards!!! Anyone else get double?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] rocky272727:
How did you get the shipment? Which courier company? Was it fulfilled by Fulfillment Vendor : Gristmill

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When did you purchase your phone? When did you complete the last step of activating your phone with the Samsung account?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] asd313asd:
Shipment was VIA UPS i got an email the day before saying it was being shipped out. It was fulfilled by THE GRISTMILL MARKETING CO.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Preordered on the 7th, got the phone on the 15th and did the last step that same day
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Got a door sticker from UPS today. To be continued...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Went to ups and it indeed was my charger and micro SD card. Ordered from Telus on the day of the keynote and received on release day. Never got a tracking number from Samsung or anything
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
The charger is actually pretty nice
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] cak666:
After discounts and negotiation I thunk I paid 250ish for my note 8. Bought it after release day. Rogers contract 30gb a month with unlimited everything else costs me like just over 320 with 4 lines. I was paying 224 ish for 2 lines. Happy with my note 8 though. Not sure if I'd bother rooting it.

On that note is there really much reason to root anymore? I found I've been running out of reasons to do it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
There are still plenty of reasons to root. It comes down to whether or not those reasons are worth it to you...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] moegrease:
Previous Canadian note 7 users get a 200 dollar pre paid credit card..... And the states gets 400+ I feel i got the shaft
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Tell me about it. I'm not even able to put my imei. It won't accept it. And what's the promo code anyway?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] moegrease:
I got a code in my email.... And as for the imei, when I put it in it says it's wrong and has to be 15 digits, when I counted it was 15 numbers... It's all messed up
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
I don't get it...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
I don't get it either.. Where am I registering to get the code to redeem?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] moegrease:
This is the email I got and the yellow is where the code is at
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Hmmmm I haven't received that email (registered with Samsung already to get the preorder bonuses)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] moegrease:
Weird.... I wonder how many people actually recieved this email....
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Nvm, I did get it around 4:50pm edt.

It was in my "promos" bundle in Inbox which doesn't notify me..

Registered with my invoice from best buy and manually typing in the IMEI

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It's also weird that the email says you have to purchase between Oct 17 and Nov 9, but the site has no mention of that (and accepts purchase dates of 9/15 onwards)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Just called Samsung and they say I didn't register my note 8... Somehow I received the gifts tho. I must be effin magical...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
I never got that email but noticed the details said you need the "opt-in to promotional emails from Samsung" enabled. I enabled it then started a live chat, the agent confirmed my Note 7 imei's and order number then confirmed my Note 8 and purchase date and gave me the code to enter.

I filled out the form with the code the rep gave me while I still had the chat open with them and it worked just fine. Now to sit and wait for the eventual delivery.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] millicent:
If I understand correctly, in order to receive the new discount/code for previous note7 users, I have to buy the new note8 first? I can't find any info about it on samsung.ca, anybody knows a direct link to it? Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] shanti06:
Go to http://www.noteupgrade.ca/
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] black96ss:
post up some deep sea blue pictures... surprisingly, i don't see very many on google or many unboxings on youtube.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sirdoitright:
Everyone is saying that voLTE and wifi calling only works if you buy phone from carrier. I bought S7 from Rogers but and now using the phone with Fido. I get voLTE and wifi calling features with no issues...I don't get it. I'm thinking of upgrading to note 8 but want to know if those features work as long as I get the Canadian variant. Please help.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Techvir:
If u flash the CSC of ur carrier then wifi calling works.

My UK note 8 has wifi calling on Rogers
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Rogers and Fido share their inventory so that is totally normal. As far as I know. Unless Rogers change their policy. VoLTE only works if you got the phone from their inventory, therefore an unlocked phone from Samsung will not work. That's with Rogers though. Telus has no such restrictions that I'm aware of.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Just because you see the Wifi calling option doesn't mean it works. Not calling you a liar or anything tho. Can you confirm that the phone stays on LTE while you're on a phone call?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sirdoitright:
Thanks for the comments/help!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Techvir:
You are right... The option is there but it doesn't work
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Looked up the status for my gift card. ***INVALID UNIQUE CODE. *** Code from a samsung rep
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
weird.

Mine's been pending since the 20th.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
I had to call samsung. Was transferred to 3 different departments. Then I was given a new unique code and reapplied.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
Same here, as of today it's still pending since the 20th. Wish they'd hurry up with these.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] moneyforpeople:
Kinda hard to take pics of my phone when I have no other cameras, but I pulled the trigger on a deep sea unit since they didn't have black ones left and it's a looker. I'm still debating putting a case on it
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] aakanayev:
=D bought a case with my black note 8 and never used it. my logic was that i'm not paying premium for the design to hide it in the case.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sefrcoko:
Two schools of thought for sure. On one hand why hide the beauty, on the other hand why not protect the investment. Both right, depending on the preference of the user. For me it's Otterbox on every phone, ftw ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
I agree, I would love to show the phone in all its glory. I'm not overall a clumsy person but I, like most I'm sure, have still had the odd small drop accidentally. That said, for me I need to use a case. I like the spigen tough armor cases and have used those since my Note 4. That's just me though.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Techvir:
The spigen transparent slim case can do some basic protection and retain the beauty of the device.

The back of the device scratches pretty easily
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
You guys get any updates?

Mine's still pending from the 20th
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Yes pending since October 20th. I've been waiting for that card to cover the taxes on a pixel 2 xl.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Oh really? Tired of the Note?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Never! I just find my pixel 2 too small and I'm skipping the OP5 T and the LG V30. I returned the iPhone X after 5 days and got the pixel2. The Note8 is my daily driver.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Ah that makes sense.

I've yet to rock two phones but if I did the Panda XL 2 would be my first choice
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
Changed to "In Process" today so there is movement finally.

but it looks like we may not actually get the cards until late Jan

" If Samsung or its authorized third parties confirm that the submission form and all required information has been completed correctly and the individual is an Eligible Customer in compliance with these Terms and Conditions, Samsung or its authorized third parties will mail to the Eligible Customer one (1) CDN$200 Prepaid Mastercard within 6-8 weeks of completion of its validation process. "

https://www.noteupgrade.ca//#/content/Loyalty Offer Terms & Conditions
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Still no 200$ mastercard. Anyone receive it yet? Mine still says pending since Oct 20th. What a joke.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
Same here. Absolutely ridiculous how slow this is moving. They shipped the pre-order bonuses super quick but these they are really ****ing this up. Samsung Canada is beyond incompetent!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] DLG187:
It is crazy how slow this is.

Mine switched from pending a day or two ago, but it took nearly two months to move at all
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] krazycanuck82:
Is there no ROMs for Canadian 950W?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] sefrcoko:
Locked Snapdragon bootloader makes that difficult.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-note-8/development/root-samfail-galaxy-note8-t3685340/page243
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] shanti06:
Finally! Today, I've got a $200 prepaid MasterCard.

It has an export date of Dec 2018 and a few restrictions.

It seems Santa was a bit behind. ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] GibMcFragger:
Just got mine yesterday. Got the Sea Blue Note 8 for $300 up front. The Telus rep also did some promo code wizardry, and got me 1GB extra on my plan, a free (crappy) Samsung Tab E, and a $100 in store credit (which I used to by an Amazon Alexa. That thing rocks). My plan price remained the same after all of that.

I am loving the Note 8 so far. I have always been Android, but I thought I would take iOS for a spin. I had an iPhone X, but iOS infuriated me so much, I sold it to my friend and got the Note 8 instead.

Oh Android, now I missed thee.

The only things I found better on the iPhone X is FaceID and Apple Pay.

FaceID is lightning quick and works 99.9% of the time. Samsung's IRIS unlock, not so much.

Apple Pay I prefer to Samsung Pay only because it works with many more banks (including Tangerine, which I use).
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] dgerryts:
Prepaid card showed up today! Better late than never!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Hey. Welcome the Note 8ers Club?. You were pretty live in the G6 forums if I'm not mistaken. Had it for a few days. Or was it the HTC U11? So many phones... Lol. The iPhone X was cool but in the end it was just an iPhone. Lasted 5 days with it. Still can't get over the no numbers row thing...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Looks like we both jumped on the pixel 2 xl lol.

Im pleasantly surprised with how much i like it. Never buying another device without front firing speakers again also..missed them from my nexus 6 and 6P.

Kinda bummed that there are no roms yet though.

sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Amen to that brother! I too was surprised at how much I liked the Pixel 2. Got it right after the iPhone X. Then I was like this screen is too small. So I got the XL. It literally made me forget the note 8. The iPhone 8 plus and the iPhone X made me long for it. I ended selling my note 8 to make room for the s9 plus. I still think that the Note 8 is the best phone money can buy as it offers so much. The rom thing is a bummer for the P2XL. Wish I had roms to play with. I might get a oneplus 5t to get my flashing fix?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] GibMcFragger:
Lol yes! I had a G6 for a while, then a U11. The G6 was a good phone, but the U11 had Wi-Fi issues, so I returned it. That's when I tried an iPhone 8 Plus, then iPhone X.

They both sucked (good hardware, but iOS 11 is a hot mess).

Yep...I go through phones far too fast, lol.

Edit: I totally forgot about the two S8+ I had before the G6. They both had nasty pink displays, so they went back, and I gave up on Samsung for a while.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
OMG. FAIL!!

We are happy to let you know that your registration for the Samsung Galaxy Note8 Upgrade Offer has been validated and you should expect to receive your CDN$200Samsung Canada Prepaid MasterCard by mail within 6-8 weeks. Please note that card terms and conditions apply, see
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Saabbaby:
I got an email today that my request is fulfilled and should receive my gift card in 10 to 14 days.

It's about time. I made the request on Oct 20th.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
Got the same email today, another 6-8 weeks after 12 weeks of waiting already? Samsung Canada is a bunch of incompetent morons!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] TRoN_1:
I must agree with that! Also, motherf*ckin lowlifes!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
So as it turns out. I got a letter the day after a got the email notification and tossed it aside thinking it was a bill. So I opened it today. And....
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
Got mine today. Glad it wasn't another 6-8 weeks like the update said. Happy it's here now but still took too damn long... October 18th to January 24 is ridiculous but better late than never I guess, lol. Hope everyone else gets their prepaid mastercard soon.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] cdnsnOw:
Fellow Canadian I was hoping you could tell me the current build number for the Telus note 8. Thank you for your time
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-note8/SM-N950W/TLS/download/N950WVLS2BQK1/198161/

sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] justrick69:
Hey boys just rooted my note 8 with samfail v3 works on my note
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Still limits charging to 80%?

sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Izvid:
I am getting the Blue one from Bell. Paying the $1350 man I wish our dollar was stronger. Also login to Samsung's promotion website and pre register the micro SD card and wireless charger.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jtcb:
What do you need to pre register the micro SD card and wireless charger at the Samsung's promotion website? I pre ordered yesterday at the Samsung store. Only paid the $50 deposit and got the receipt.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Izvid:
Go here https://samsungpromotions.com and sign into your Samsung account make sure your address is good and pick the item you want. It will say pending once you fill out the registration sheet. Once you sign into your Note it will flag complete and you should get it in three or two weeks.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
I ordered mine through the Samsung USA website:

samsung.com/us/galaxy/note8/buy

(Make sure to change your location)

They are running a similar promotion like the Carriers in Canada except you have a choice;

Gear 360 or 128GB MicroSD Card & Wireless Quick Charger

With the trade-in of my T-Mobile LG G4, which I have to ship to Samsung, the total came up to $858 Canadian.

Good idea if you live near or visit the US frequently like I do.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
But the gifts usually come with the phone. Why that extra step?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Why is it a good idea? I don't understand.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
@ mrnovanova

I understand that if someone can't afford the device outright than the cost looks exponential but as relayed by prior responses in this thread, plans are available to offset the cost considerably.

For me, someone who wants to purchase a device outright without committing to $1299 plus applicable provincial tax, a new plan, and has an existing grandfathered plan, this seems like a reasonable option even after Customs is declared.

I'm still paying less than retail, getting a MicroSD Card and Wireless Charger plus an unlocked device.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Hahahahaha Bell has got to be the saddest bunch of clowns ever. I tweeted this picture from their website 4 days ago and it's still up there ???? Maybe it's the note 8 emperor edition...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Makes sense. ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Techvir:
After seeing how much the price has dropped for s8 plus in the first few months, I might wait for a few months before buying note 8 outright...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
I kinda wanna see what the V30 and Pixel XL 2 bring to the table honestly. Some stuff about the note 8 i just dont like.

Once my vendor gets the exynos in stock ill of course go have a look and maybe when i get one in hand i might change my mind..

High expectations for the XL 2oogle has alot to make up for since last years pixel XL was total crap. First time ive skipped a "nexus" since the galaxy nexus and thats going way back lol.

sent from my Note FE, S8 plus, or S6
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] ARNOB:
If you don't mind, what would be a reliable place for the exynos version? CAD1300+tax is a robbery for the ****ty snapdragon version.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
I agree.

I get all my exynos models here in toronto at swiftronics but i think they ship also

Theres another place in BC pda plaza that as the best prices ive seen $1050 CAN for an exynos note 8.. havent ordered from them yet though.

I did order my Note FE from Ebay and didnt have any issues
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Theres also amazon but prices are really high
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jtcb:
Isn't exynos note 8 from overseas meaning no warranty? I don't see the Note 8 listed on swiftronics website? Is there any warranty? Since they are in Toronto and ship to BC , do they only charge one tax? Is swiftronics reliable and get their stock from legit source? Nothing fake or anything like that?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
I looked them up, there is one (swiftronics store) close to me in Mississauga. Never knew of these guys but I may hold out for an exynos model now depending how much discount Samsung will give to former note 7 customers. If it's not significant enough I think I'll go the exynos route through these guys.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Thats where i go lol.. good bunch of guys there.

Its not avail yet so not listed on the website..no idea how much for shipping since i buy from the store

sent from my Note FE, S8 plus, or S6
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jtcb:
Looks like free shipping anything over $100. Isn't swiftronics what you said have the Note8 for $1050?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
No that was pda plaza in BC swift should have similiar pricing i would think.

It makes me laugh $1300 for the POS snapdragon with locked down BL in only 2 colours (neither of which i like) or $1050 for a factory unlocked exynos and no locked BL and more colours.

You would have to be crazy to waste money on the sn ap version
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jtcb:
Will I still able to get the pre-order bonus if I buy it at swiftronics or pda plaza?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
I dont think so no.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
There is no mention of it on their website. Here's the link.

https://pdaplaza.ca/products/samsun...ook_page&utm_medium=admin&utm_source=facebook
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
Oh nice, $1080 CAD. I think I wouldn't worry about the pre-order bonuses at that price. That $220 saved can buy those pre-order bonuses anyway and still be maybe $30 cheaper (roughly $190 value of the charger and micro sd card) but at least (and most importantly) it won't be the SD variant! Never had an exynos variant before, almost tempted to go for it with the Note 7 but stuck with the SD until the damn recalls. I'm going to wait for Swiftronics and order from them the exynos. Hope they will have this same price point.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrnovanova:
Don't forget that you also won't be able to use the carrier specific features like like VoLTE and Wi-Fi calling. If those things matter to you you'll want to get the phone through your carrier. Just a heads up.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] jtcb:
Thanks for the heads up. I am with Fido. Will the exynos variant works fine in terms of LTE. My S3 which I got from Fido from 5 years ago works fine with LTE. What is VoLTE?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] nighthawk29:
Ya still trying to weigh the pros and cons. Survived this long without either so thinking (personally anyway but you make a good point for those who may want those features) I'd rather exynos and unlocked BL.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] force70:
Yes lte will be fine.

VOLte =Voice over LTE.

https://m.androidcentral.com/volte