Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

01-08-2016 11:42AM

I got G930FXXS1APGC last week (I'm on Three).

ChopShop · 03-08-2016 08:17PM

Can anyone suggested a reliable supplier with UK/EU Sourced stock?

Thanks

markc1184 · 04-08-2016 04:08PM

Few questions before I purchase an s7 edge.

Where is best to purchase an S7 edge from now? I'm after a sim free but not keen on buying from eBay or the likes. If I was to purchase from the Samsung online store would it be safe to have it delivered through Parcel Motel? Small saving to be made buying on their uk site over shops here that I have priced it and I can't seem to find an Irish Samsung store online anyway.

Is anyone using the backpack case? I have a similar battery case on my current s4 which I like but would it be needed on an s7 edge? If the backpack is not needed what case is recommended? I like a hard shell case because I can be clumsy with phones at the best of times.

Is there a wireless charger in the box? If not is it worthwhile buying one?

Big Pussy Bonpensiero · 04-08-2016 05:06PM

markc1184 wrote: »

Few questions before I purchase an s7 edge.

Where is best to purchase an S7 edge from now? I'm after a sim free but not keen on buying from eBay or the likes. If I was to purchase from the Samsung online store would it be safe to have it delivered through Parcel Motel? Small saving to be made buying on their uk site over shops here that I have priced it and I can't seem to find an Irish Samsung store online anyway.

Is anyone using the backpack case? I have a similar battery case on my current s4 which I like but would it be needed on an s7 edge? If the backpack is not needed what case is recommended? I like a hard shell case because I can be clumsy with phones at the best of times.

Is there a wireless charger in the box? If not is it worthwhile buying one?

Don't know where you should be buying them, I got mine (brand new) on Adverts, recipt and all. About €100 cheaper than what shops were looking for at the time.

If you're clumsy definitely have a case! Screen repair is €350 afaik. I have an otterbox with no screen protector and it's survived a good few drops thus far. You won't need a battery pack unless you're a very heavy user.

As for the wireless charger, no, there's none in the box. I really don't see the need for them tbh, there's no real advantage other than the fact you don't have to plug in a cable, but, whether you want one or not, that's entirely a matter of opinion. They can be got for around ~€50 either online or in shops.

WexIan · 04-08-2016 06:04PM

I purchased a new unopened and unlocked S7 on DoneDeal last month and if you buy wisely and carefully can be got at least €200 cheaper than phone shops. I also purchased a genuine Samsung Wireless fast charger stand from MobileFun for €39.50. I find it very convenient, just lay your phone on it and no fiddling about with a charger cable trying to connect. I use a SpigenTough Armor case and a screen protector as well bought from MobileFun.

yesJME · 04-08-2016 08:47PM

Seems like a good phone, might pick one up.

5star02707 · 05-08-2016 08:36AM

quick chargers that are compatible with this device.

https://www.gottabemobile.com/2016/07/27/7-quick-chargers-for-the-galaxy-s7-galaxy-s7-edge/?gbmsl=1

good to know there are lots of options out there

Topbike77 · 05-08-2016 12:45PM

Downloaded the Google keyboard on my S7 today, much better than the stock Samsung one. Would recommend it!

WexIan · 05-08-2016 03:10PM

Try Swiftkey as well, I find it one of the best.

kefir32 · 07-08-2016 03:42PM

Switched from iPhone 6 plus to S7 edge, best decision I have made this year, gadget wise at least

:D:D
Still in awe of it and beautiful display and camera.
I have a little gripe though, whenI am searching for number on google to call, I have to copy and paste into my phone number , is there something i am doing wrong can't seem to call directly from webpage.

07-08-2016 03:53PM

kefir32 wrote: »

Switched from iPhone 6 plus to S7 edge, best decision I have made this year, gadget wise at least :D:D
Still in awe of it and beautiful display and camera.
I have a little gripe though, whenI am searching for number on google to call, I have to copy and paste into my phone number , is there something i am doing wrong can't seem to call directly from webpage.

Any business that comes up in a Google Search should have a call button. Tapping on any number in a web page will open dialer for me.

You're using a particular browser?

kefir32 · 07-08-2016 07:26PM

now it seems to work as i did a reset of settings, all good , still getting used to android

Fr_Dougal · 07-08-2016 08:06PM

BigCon wrote: »

Samsung service centre have quoted €230 so I'll go with them. They've asked for proof of purchase, just wondering if I should unroot the phone or just leave it as it is?

Was that in Dundrum? Dropped mine today, screen isn't smashed but all I'm getting is green flickering.

Daniel2590 · 07-08-2016 11:41PM

Just a few minutes ago I picked up my phone which had been on my bed charging and there are purple and green lines all over the screen... Had been fine not even 20 minutes ago. Anyone have any idea what might have caused this? The phone has had no drops at all and definitely no water damage..

BigCon · 07-08-2016 11:44PM

Fr_Dougal wrote: »

Was that in Dundrum? Dropped mine today, screen isn't smashed but all I'm getting is green flickering.

Yeah, got my screen replaced, like new again. Happy with the (expensive) service. Took 4 working days. They didn't need the proof of purchase after all either as it wasn't an insurance repair.

markc1184 · 08-08-2016 05:54PM

Is there a way to have different notification sounds for different apps? On my s4 I had different sounds for sms/mail/twitter/FB but on the s7 edge, even after I change the sounds they just revert to the default as soon as the sound menu is closed.

Fr_Dougal · 08-08-2016 08:26PM

Daniel2590 wrote: »

Just a few minutes ago I picked up my phone which had been on my bed charging and there are purple and green lines all over the screen... Had been fine not even 20 minutes ago. Anyone have any idea what might have caused this? The phone has had no drops at all and definitely no water damage..

When I was seeing if there was a fix for my phone I came across a few people complaining of your issue, the fix was a hard reset but some people had sent their phone away and received a new phone.

Daniel2590 · 08-08-2016 08:51PM

Fr_Dougal wrote: »

When I was seeing if there was a fix for my phone I came across a few people complaining of your issue, the fix was a hard reset but some people had sent their phone away and received a new phone.

Thanks, I'll give that a shot! I've found that changing the display from adaptive to basic and having the brightness up higher hides it mostly too.

BArra · 08-08-2016 11:28PM

markc1184 wrote: »

Is there a way to have different notification sounds for different apps? On my s4 I had different sounds for sms/mail/twitter/FB but on the s7 edge, even after I change the sounds they just revert to the default as soon as the sound menu is closed.

Try Zedge app

Eggonyerface · 09-08-2016 07:10AM

BArra wrote: »

Try Zedge app

Zedge all the way, I used it to give my WhatsApp contacts different sounds

Flaccus · 09-08-2016 03:06PM

markc1184 wrote: »

Is there a way to have different notification sounds for different apps? On my s4 I had different sounds for sms/mail/twitter/FB but on the s7 edge, even after I change the sounds they just revert to the default as soon as the sound menu is closed.

For the stock samsung mail and sms apps you change the sound inside notifications and sound menu and you can also change the default notification sound.

For all other apps it depends on the app as to whether you can change the sound. For example viber, whatsapp, hangouts, google messenger and inbox let you change the sound inside the app.

To download new sounds use Zedge like others have said. If you find you can't select a sound you can use a file manager to check that ringtones are in the ringtone folder and notifications are in the notification folder.

dmcg90 · 09-08-2016 09:36PM

Looking on T-Dimension - Why is there a price difference because of the two model names? What's the difference between them and which would you recommend?

OldMrBrennan83 · 09-08-2016 09:44PM

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Boxfresh · 10-08-2016 09:12AM

dmcg90 wrote: »

Looking on T-Dimension - Why is there a price difference because of the two model names? What's the difference between them and which would you recommend?

I got that FD model from them. Couldn't be happier with it. Works perfect. Seems to be the best price around.

coldfire1x · 10-08-2016 09:22AM

Boxfresh wrote: »

I got that FD model from them. Couldn't be happier with it. Works perfect. Seems to be the best price around.

Did you get hit with customs? How many days it took for delivery?

techdiver · 10-08-2016 10:06AM

coldfire1x wrote: »

Did you get hit with customs? How many days it took for delivery?

For me there was no customs charge and it arrived within 7 days.

Boxfresh · 10-08-2016 10:16AM

coldfire1x wrote: »

Did you get hit with customs? How many days it took for delivery?

Delivered in 7 days and no customs. I think how they work is that when you order, they get it shipped from China to their warehouse in UK and then forward to Ireland. Irish customs see it coming from the UK so that's why there is no customs.

Jimmy Iovine · 10-08-2016 10:26AM

Had a nightmare last night that I broke the screen of my Edge. Hope it never becomes a reality.

dmcg90 · 10-08-2016 12:29PM

With the phones off t-dimension, how does that affect the warranty?

dmcg90 · 10-08-2016 12:34PM

Patww79 wrote: »

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Why so? Reading up, the FD (cheaper one) features a dual sim. Why is exynos better than SD 820?

I looked on phone more and it has the same processor

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Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

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