Samsung S9/9+

yabadabado

SachaJ wrote: »

Mine arrived yesterday and I’m still trying to figure it out after coming from an iPhone 6. The weight of the 9+ is surprising. Quite heavy.

Any recommend a charger? Need to get something for work. Or just use the micro-USB to USB-C adapter? Also need to get a screen protector, tempered glass or similar.

If you want something for a desk at work I find the wireless charger very handy.
If you want cables then as Pat mentioned Anker are top notch and good value on amazon.

SuprSi

So, I've had the S9 Plus for 36 hours now, as an upgrade from an S7 Edge. Obviously the battery is better, that much I'd expected, but lots of other things are different.

The phone is heavy, much heavier than the S7. On the spec sheet it isn't, but in the hand it defintiely is. That's not a bad thing though, and it feels sturdy. I bought a £4 Moko clear plastic case for it and it's excellent - it's such an attractive phone that I didn't want a full cover case to hide it and this one offers excellent protection without taking away from the look of the phone.

The absense of a fingerprint reader on the front had been an issue. I enabled face-unlock, however one of the key things I liked about the S7 was being able to read and dismiss the notifications on the screen without unlocking the phone, but face-unlock means this can't happen as no sooner have you picked the phone up and pressed the power button than the screen is unlocked, so I'll probably be disabling it. Half the time I just want to see what my notifications are without unlocking the phone!! What I didn't realise was that the fingerprint reader on the back is essentially the button that was on the front of the S7. I thought I had to press the power button, then use the fingerprint reader (which felt like a right pain), however holding my finger on the rear fingerprint reader unlocks the screen, which is great (I realise this is probably how the S8 works, but it's a change from the S7)

The screen is amazing, absolutely stunning. The customisation options, as you'd expect with an Android phone, are brilliant. I'm loving it so far.

A few gripes though - the AR stuff is very gimmicky. It's fun for a laugh, but like with the iPhone X I can't imagine anyone really using it after about 10 minutes. At least you can put these characters into any messaging app, if you were bothered. At the moment, my mail and WhatsApp icons aren't updating with unread message counts, which is annoying - I don't know if that's just me? Bixby is fairly ****e. There are some cool things it can do, but its voice recognition is only ok, and you can't ask it the range of questions you can ask Google, so it has only some very specific uses. It interacts with certain applications well but the amount of apps is limited. The face unlock feature needs light - it won't work in a dark room, unlike the iPhone one, so you have to switch between unlock methods, which is a bit stupid. The fingerprint reader is probably the best bet and getting used to it on the back, especially below the camera, doesn't feel that difficult. Finally, the new way Android shows notifications (such as WhatsApp) while you've unlocked the phone is... interesting. I'm not sure I like it yet, but we'll see after more time with it.

That's about it tbh. It's a fantastic phone, and I haven't even had a chance to try the camera properly yet. If you're going from the S7 it's a significant upgrade though I can't vouch for going from the S8.

SachaJ

What screen protectors are people going for? The free case with Vodafone is quite good but I still have the peel off plastic screen cover on the phone. I know we can get a free screen replacement with Vodafone but still I'd prefer not scratch it. The Whitestone Dome is on Amazon but £40 is a bit steep

GT_TDI_150

SachaJ wrote: »

What screen protectors are people going for? The free case with Vodafone is quite good but I still have the peel off plastic screen cover on the phone. I know we can get a free screen replacement with Vodafone but still I'd prefer not scratch it. The Whitestone Dome is on Amazon but £40 is a bit steep

What cases are vodafone giving with the s9?

errlloyd

GT_TDI_150 wrote: »

What cases are vodafone giving with the s9?

Its an official samsung case. Kind of beefy, has a kickstand.

GT_TDI_150

Like a wallet or an 'open front' one?

SachaJ

It's the Rugged Protective Cover. I'm impressed with it. Seems tough as nails

Thing is I don't know what screen covers will work with it

SpannerMonkey

GT_TDI_150 wrote: »

Like a wallet or an 'open front' one?

This one. Its fairly good to be fair

smurfjed

I can't vouch for going from the S8.[\quote]

Just went to have a look at the 9+ in a local shop, the Samsung rep told me not to bother upgrading from a 8+ as apart from the camera, I wouldn't see any improvements.

I walked out with my money still in my pocket, so I guess that the Samsung rep wasn't working for commission

ct5amr2ig1nfhp

On mobile, it may have been asked sheath. Has anyone gone with a glass screen protector for their S9+? Any recommendations? Thanks PM

Vahevala

I have picked up a S9+ on Vodafone, coming from a flat S6, this is a major change for me :eek::D

The free Samsung case is great though. Just need to find a screen protector as I'm so worried about damaging the screen!

Such a beautiful amazing phone! and the camera is spectacular!

rizzee

€4.32 for a Glass protector that's case friendly. I use these the whole time for my S8 with various covers on, will definitely work. A couple of weeks shipping time though and only available in black colour for S9 at the moment. (They are €1.91c for an S8 one too)

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Suntaiho-Case-Friendly-Tempred-Glass-For-Samsung-S9-S9-Plus-S8-S8-Plus-Note-8-Note/32848818459.html

There's some on mobile fun that are the same but over 20 euro.

Vahevala

Vahevala wrote: »

I have picked up a S9+ on Vodafone, coming from a flat S6, this is a major change for me :eek::D

The free Samsung case is great though. Just need to find a screen protector as I'm so worried about damaging the screen!

Such a beautiful amazing phone! and the camera is spectacular!

You FINALLY got a new device.....congrats!!

Vahevala

Basil3 wrote: »

You FINALLY got a new device.....congrats!!

Haha I know!! Loving it though!

SuprSi

I'm having huge difficulty finding an OEM charger with at least 2 ports that will charge the phone quickly, as in the screen displays 'fast charging', like when using the original charger. I bought 2 different adapters on Amazon, both of which claim fast charging, and although I'm sure they're quick enough, neither work in the same way as the original.

Any suggestions?

SuprSi

SuprSi wrote: »

I'm having huge difficulty finding an OEM charger with at least 2 ports that will charge the phone quickly, as in the screen displays 'fast charging', like when using the original charger. I bought 2 different adapters on Amazon, both of which claim fast charging, and although I'm sure they're quick enough, neither work in the same way as the original.

Any suggestions?

Any of the ones that show Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 and above should be fine. I have an Anker multiport one that works fine.

SuprSi

Can you tell me which Anker it is? I bought an Anker, which I found out afterwards didn't support Qualcomm 2.0, and bought a RavPower which doesn't seem to support it either - both have gone back now.

SuprSi

SuprSi wrote: »

Can you tell me which Anker it is? I bought an Anker, which I found out afterwards didn't support Qualcomm 2.0, and bought a RavPower which doesn't seem to support it either - both have gone back now.

I have something like this one.

Anker 63W 5-Port USB Wall Charger with Dual Quick Charge 3.0 Ports, Anker PowerPort Speed 5 for Samsung Galaxy S8 / S7 / S6, Note 4 / 5, LG G4 / G5, HTC One M8 / M9 / A9, Nexus 6, iPhone, iPad and More https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01KUTRGS4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_HouQAbD8XHW96

j14

Any recommendations on a good case and screen cover for the S9+

ct5amr2ig1nfhp

I just purchased the ZAGG glass curve and Samsung standing cover. I haven't put them on the phone but will let you know how I get on.

I purchased them both in a bricks and mortar as I didn't want to use the phone without *some* protection on the phone. I will order a different case soon.

j14

What shop did you buy them in? I'm looking for the Zagg cover but can find it.

My local Vodafone shop tried to tell me there will be no accessories released until the 26th.

Miya Red Rubber-stamp wrote: »

I just purchased the ZAGG glass curve and Samsung standing cover. I haven't put them on the phone but will let you know how I get on.

I purchased them both in a bricks and mortar as I didn't want to use the phone without *some* protection on the phone. I will order a different case soon.

ct5amr2ig1nfhp

The ZAGG screen protector was purchased in a Three store (bricks and mortar). It was 40 EUR. The Eir/Vodafone stores had no cases or covers.

My local Carphone Warehouses have the official Samsung Hyperknit Cover, Protective Standing Cover and Alcantara Cover. None of the local phone stores had the LED View Cover.

Most of the stores had an Otterbox case and one or two had some generic brand rubber type case.

j14 wrote: »

What shop did you buy them in? I'm looking for the Zagg cover but can find it.

My local Vodafone shop tried to tell me there will be no accessories released until the 26th.

rizzee

Can I ask what made you go with a ZAGG protector ( basically a plastic one? - Excuse my ignorance - I think I had one put on for me about 5 years ago in a CPWH store on an old Sony phone before Glass protectors became popular) intead of a glass protector? Would I be correct in saying there is little to no protection to the screen? Just curious

Dylan94

j14 wrote: »

Any recommendations on a good case and screen cover for the S9+

I bought the Spigen Hybrid Case and the Whitestone Dome screen protector. Both are excellent!

SachaJ

Dylan94 wrote: »

I bought the Spigen Hybrid Case and the Whitestone Dome screen protector. Both are excellent!

Does the Whitestone come off after the glue bonds? As in can I get the protector off if I need to?

I think I need a screen protector but not altogether sure as Vodafone will give me a new screen within 12 months.

ct5amr2ig1nfhp

It is a glass protector, "ZAGG InvisibleShield glass curve".

rizzee wrote: »

Can I ask what made you go with a ZAGG protector ( basically a plastic one? - Excuse my ignorance - I think I had one put on for me about 5 years ago in a CPWH store on an old Sony phone before Glass protectors became popular) intead of a glass protector? Would I be correct in saying there is little to no protection to the screen? Just curious

j14

I'm in Dublin and no screen protectors in 3 store Liffey Valley, Vodafone Liffey Valley or Carphone Warehouse Carrickmines.

Miya Red Rubber-stamp wrote: »

The ZAGG screen protector was purchased in a Three store (bricks and mortar). It was 40 EUR. The Eir/Vodafone stores had no cases or covers.

My local Carphone Warehouses have the official Samsung Hyperknit Cover, Protective Standing Cover and Alcantara Cover. None of the local phone stores had the LED View Cover.

Most of the stores had an Otterbox case and one or two had some generic brand rubber type case.

I think it's fair to say the S9 doesn't offer anything amazing above previous devices. If there was some kind of stand out feature that was blowing people away then we would probably be hearing about it rather than chargers, screen protectors and cases. :pac:

OldMrBrennan83

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GT_TDI_150

Im upgrading from an s7 so im expecting a big enough jump tbh