galaxy note 8 launches next week

thomasj

Just got an email from Samsung to say the next galaxy will be launched on the 23rd. The image looks like the galaxy s8 but with what looks like a stylus. And the slogan "do bigger things"

So Looks like the note 8 launches next week, anyone interested?

There's been quite a few leaks. 6.3" screen, more squared shape that S8+, dual camera. I'd be interested, but I'm assuming the price will be insane.

Samson1

http://www.samsung.com/uk/

_Kaiser_

Basil3 wrote: »

There's been quite a few leaks. 6.3" screen, more squared shape that S8+, dual camera. I'd be interested, but I'm assuming the price will be insane.

It's expected to be a grand. That, plus the fact that it's basically a bigger S8+ with a pen (and I didn't like the new form factor when I had an S8 for a week) means I think I'll skip this one.

Tom Dunne

I have the Note 5 almost 2 years now (so time for an upgrade ), but I don't think I'd go for the Note 8. Aside from the premium feel/technology/etc. I find I rarely use the pen on it at all any more.

_Kaiser_

Tom Dunne wrote: »

I have the Note 5 almost 2 years now (so time for an upgrade ), but I don't think I'd go for the Note 8. Aside from the premium feel/technology/etc. I find I rarely use the pen on it at all any more.

I had the Note 1-4 and the main appeal for me was the bigger screen and premium hardware, but the pen was never more than an novelty for me - but since the S6 Edge+, S7 Edge etc are just as big now and the tech has plateaued , there's no real incentive to get the newest version.

OldMrBrennan83

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McMurphy

_Kaiser_ wrote: »

I had the Note 1-4 and the main appeal for me was the bigger screen and premium hardware, but the pen was never more than an novelty for me - but since the S6 Edge+, S7 Edge etc are just as big now and the tech has plateaued , there's no real incentive to get the newest version.

This.

I've been using the S6edge + now since September 2015, and I'm not really incentivised to replace it yet.

It still works perfectly and pretty much does everything the newer ones does too.

Samsung should stop releasing new phones year on year just because, and focus on decent and actual technological upgrades instead.

OldMrBrennan83

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Rick Shaw

Rick Shaw wrote: »

This.

I've been using the S6edge + now since September 2015, and I'm not really incentivised to replace it yet.

It still works perfectly and pretty much does everything the newer ones does too.

Samsung should stop releasing new phones year on year just because, and focus on decent and actual technological upgrades instead.

Don't think that would work unless everyone else stops releasing annually.

Also, let's not forget that the last Note released here was 3 years ago. I'm sure a lot of people have been waiting a long time for this.

sentient_6

Tom Dunne wrote: »

I have the Note 5 almost 2 years now (so time for an upgrade ), but I don't think I'd go for the Note 8. Aside from the premium feel/technology/etc. I find I rarely use the pen on it at all any more.

Maybe keep an eye on the upcoming lg v30.

jacksie66

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_Kaiser_

Rick Shaw wrote: »

This.

I've been using the S6edge + now since September 2015, and I'm not really incentivised to replace it yet.

It still works perfectly and pretty much does everything the newer ones does too.

Yea, I have the S6E+ and S7E and have been alternating between them for a while as I can't decide which I prefer. The S7E feels better in the hand and seems more refined (naturally, being an evolution of the previous version), but I do prefer the bigger 5.7" of the earlier model.

What would be the "best of the rest" in that segment if not going for the S8/N8? Doesn't have to be brand new either.. Nexus 6P still viable?

ldr

jacksie66 wrote: »

That's what I'm looking forward to. Had a v10 and a v20. Awesome phones especially if you listen to alot of music.

Same here looking forward for the V30, been using the G6 and G5 the wide angle camera is so good on both, i dont think i would use much the zoom out of the Note.

hopefully LG will have one version with all specs and hopefully wont be silly priced

Chibs

£869 for the sim free on samsung website now :eek:

flangemeistro

A massive anti climax. Everything was leaked and no surprise held back for the even.
It's basically an S8 + with an S Pen.

Definitely going to hold on for the LG V30.

Chibs

The only thing i like more than the s8 is the screen shape. It doesn't look stretched. I'v been waiting for this since i gave back my Note 7. Think i might wait to see the Pixel before i decide.

flangemeistro

flangemeistro wrote: »

A massive anti climax. Everything was leaked and no surprise held back for the even.
It's basically an S8 + with an S Pen.

Definitely going to hold on for the LG V30.

When was the last time you had a surprise on a device release?

ldr

that is a nice looking phone but over 900 euro is a lot of money, the S8 can be got for 550, wonder how much will be lg v30

ChopShop

People kinda grasping at things to complain about. No surprises. No disappointments. Well i might have gone for Orchid Grey if it were an option, but Gold will do. Yeah, i'm probably in.

sentient_6

Fairly ugly phone from the back in my opinion, the camera array/ fingerprint section doesn't look nice on any of the colours.

Samson1

ChopShop wrote: »

People kinda grasping at things to complain about. No surprises. No disappointments. Well i might have gone for Orchid Grey if it were an option, but Gold will do. Yeah, i'm probably in.

I am with you ChopShop - I'm in too.

Seems like professional complainers. Beautiful screen, superb camera, Bixby, increased S-Pen functionality (luv the lock-screen lists / notes), Dex Station to connect to big screen. What is there not to like ??

duffysfarm

So on vodafone.ie it is €999.99 with no mention of any accessories and on the samsung uk website it is £869 which is less than €1,000 but with the d ex docking station - doesn't seem fair

duffysfarm

duffysfarm wrote: »

So on vodafone.ie it is €999.99 with no mention of any accessories and on the samsung uk website it is £869 which is less than €1,000 but with the d ex docking station - doesn't seem fair

And €950 with 3

http://www.three.ie/online/voice/prepay/samsung-galaxy-note-8/?src=p

Vahevala

It really is a shame that Samsung don't seem interested in improving the speaker situation. Why they can't have stereo speakers is beyond me, I am not too hopeful that the S9 would have this feature either

This phone wouldn't be for me as it's too big but I do like the more squared look!

Vahevala

Vahevala wrote: »

It really is a shame that Samsung don't seem interested in improving the speaker situation. Why they can't have stereo speakers is beyond me, I am not too hopeful that the S9 would have this feature either

This phone wouldn't be for me as it's too big but I do like the more squared look!

They probably don't view it as a 'situation'. It's not a make or break for people, device manufacturers know that.

ChopShop

Samson1 wrote: »

I am with you ChopShop - I'm in too.

Seems like professional complainers.

Amateur complainers with flimsy comparisons.
But I had best behave myself rather than call anyone in particular out for their whinging.

unklerosco

Anyone know if the Samsung stores have any pre order deals on? Out of the country at the mo and don't see anything online...

AngryLips

I really don't understand how Samsung can justify the price on this handset when you look at where the market is going, and I really question why any smartphone would need 6GB of RAM.

AngryLips

AngryLips wrote: »

I really don't understand how Samsung can justify the price on this handset when you look at where the market is going, and I really question why any smartphone would need 6GB of RAM.

So you're not buying?

theroomisonfire

How are Samsung these days when it comes to software updates? Do they tend to provide updates to the latest Android version for say a period of two years after launch?

Thanks

theroomisonfire

theroomisonfire wrote: »

How are Samsung these days when it comes to software updates? Do they tend to provide updates to the latest Android version for say a period of two years after launch?

Thanks

Yes. I assume the note comes with nougat, and it will get Oreo and the android P.

AngryLips

Basil3 wrote: »

So you're not buying?

No, but just because it's not for me as oppose to anything to do with this particular iteration of the Note line. I think maybe the significant of this brand has passed. People loved it at first for the size, but nowadays there's lots of Note alternatives. There's nothing exceptional about it anymore. It's a brilliant phone and I'm really glad to see Samsung go down the dual-lens route as I'm a big fan of the things dual lens can do.

Samson1

duffysfarm wrote: »

So on vodafone.ie it is €999.99 with no mention of any accessories and on the samsung uk website it is £869 which is less than €1,000 but with the d ex docking station - doesn't seem fair

Vodafone site:-
"Samsung Galaxy Note8
Pre-order today and receive a free Samsung DeX docking station.
Do bigger things. .

Price has now changed on Vodafone - sim-free now €959.99 (or Switch your number to Vodafone and get €40 off this phone! ). So €919.99.
http://shop.vodafone.ie/shop/phones/samsung-galaxy-note-8-pay-as-you-go-midnight-black

Either way, Vodafone bill-Pay seems better option.

Tom Dunne

theroomisonfire wrote: »

How are Samsung these days when it comes to software updates? Do they tend to provide updates to the latest Android version for say a period of two years after launch?

Thanks

Samsung seem particularly good at this - my 2 year old Note 5 is still regularly getting updates.

Not if I could only update the battery...

Still so undecided about this. Last year, I would have been all over the Note 7. Maybe it's that my U11 is still pretty new, maybe it's the price, I dunno.

For me, the only downsides of the Note are the FPS location and the battery size. I can understand why they're a bit conservative on the battery front, but will have to wait and see what the battery life tests come out with.

ldr

https://www.amazon.de/dp/B074PBH2P4/
i want one

frozenfrozen

I would love one but just couldn't afford it, I really wanted the Note 7 and ended up with the S7 edge which I'm still using now

ldr

same here, very difficult to justify 999 on the phone.
currently using the g5, passed the g6 to my other half with the intention of getting new phone

OldMrBrennan83

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pah

I've had the Galaxy Note since it first launched through each iteration until the Note 4. I got laughed out the door at work when I first turned up with the Note 1 when everyone else had puny 3.5" iPhone 4's. Never went for the Note 5 due to non removable battery or the 7 for obvious reasons. I still have the 4 with a dock that charges the phone and spare battery at the same time (I have 3 batteries on the go)

The price of this yoke is putting me off the most followed by battery although the quick charge tech in phones now does negate that somewhat. TBH at €800 I'd probably be in but for now I'm holding off until Feb when I'm due an upgrade and the price will have dropped off a bit.

pfurey101

I wanted the note 6 - but VF never sold it, so I got the S6 Edge +. Tis grand!

Then I wanted the note 7....ahem!

Im on VF Red Connect €60 pm, so I've pre-ordered the Maple Gold Note 8 at €399.99 over 24 months. Online store order confirmed. At least I get the VAT back!!

They have upped the allowance from 7GB to 15GB!

I'm all excited but They say it wont be available until mid September

And this cover looks good https://www.tech21.com/en_eu/evo-check-galaxy-note8-clear-white

pah

pfurey101 wrote: »

I wanted the note 6 - but VF never sold it, so I got the S6 Edge +. Tis grand!

Then I wanted the note 7....ahem!

Im on VF Red Connect €60 pm, so I've pre-ordered the Maple Gold Note 8 at €399.99 over 24 months. Online store order confirmed. At least I get the VAT back!!

They have upped the allowance from 7GB to 15GB!

I'm all excited but They say it wont be available until mid September

And this cover looks good https://www.tech21.com/en_eu/evo-check-galaxy-note8-clear-white

You'd have done very well to get your hands on a Note 6

theroomisonfire

€850 to pre order the note 8 with the dex device in Switzerland in case anyone is passing through. See link below

https://www.microspot.ch/de/telefon-wearables-navigation/mobiltelefon-zubehör/mobiltelefone--C411000/samsung-galaxy-note8-64-gb--P0001400653

frozenfrozen

if that goes to samsung UK you can bet your arse I'll attempt making up a fake receipt and trading in my old falling to bits iphone 5!

FrostyJack

pfurey101 wrote: »

And this cover looks good https://www.tech21.com/en_eu/evo-check-galaxy-note8-clear-white

Otterbox do a clear one for 40 euro on their site, I read an article they are doing full range but nothing on their store, amazon or mobilefun yet. Don't want to end up buying 2. Always go with defender. Bulletproof (not literally). Order phone from VF with upgrade anytime, hopefully won't end up like Note 7 debacle.

Samson1

Just a little over a week until it arrives !!

duffysfarm

pre here and got an email back to say that there is high demand and delivery may be delayed!

Samson1

duffysfarm wrote: »

pre here and got an email back to say that there is high demand and delivery may be delayed!

Hope not - have pre-ordered in store.

Frankmagnet

Samson1 wrote: »

Hope not - have pre-ordered in store.

Did you pre order in a Vodafone store? Still getting dex?

I asked on eir live chat if I could order instore and still get the dex, they said yes. When I went into my local store they said they can have a phone for me on release but they have no way to prebook so I can't get the dex promotion.

Wanted to keep business local as I know the lads there.

Samson1

Frankmagnet wrote: »

Did you pre order in a Vodafone store? Still getting dex?

I asked on eir live chat if I could order instore and still get the dex, they said yes. When I went into my local store they said they can have a phone for me on release but they have no way to prebook so I can't get the dex promotion.

Wanted to keep business local as I know the lads there.

I didn't ask that question when I ordered in-store with Vodafone. But on reading the terms & conditions on the Samsung site for claiming the dex, it seems if you can submit some evidence to them online that you pre-ordered that you can get the free Dex.

Hope so anyway !!