Samsung Galaxy Note II

jesus_thats_gre · 13-01-2013 09:49PM

evolutionqy7 wrote: »

Tbh it wouldn't be a problem if it was a smaller phone, the awkward holding position makes you feel it. I can feel it anyway. It might not be the actual weight as much as the uncomfortable holding position.

Its not feather weight anyway. Also finding the build quality isn't as good as the S3. Maybe its just my phone but I am getting lose squeaks at the top of the back cover. Drives me crazy. S3 was plasticy, but it was solid, note 2 doesn't feel as well designed.

I have heard many a squeak out of S3s that I have used - get the odd from my own Note 2.

It is down to the materials that Samsung use I think. They use light enough plastics to save weight and you are going to get squeaks and creaks when you do that.

tallus · 14-01-2013 06:49PM

My Otterbox Defender arrived today. It adds bulk, but at least I feel the phone is now safe, and it feels good in the hand too. Apologies for the crap quality of the photo but you can get a general idea about the bulk etc.

evolutionqy7 · 14-01-2013 08:12PM

My boss had it. The plastic screen protector is the biggest amount of garbage ever, destroys the screen brilliance.

Was going to get the commuter otterbox, but ordered a seido active instead cause their a bit more colourful.

Might try to get a hold of the commuter case and do a comparison

kave2 · 15-01-2013 07:05AM

Guys, did anyone with simfree Note 2 from UK received 4.1.2 OTA?

griffdaddy · 18-01-2013 12:14AM

Just ordered two Anker replacement 3100mAh batteries with a wall charger for 11pounds off amazon.co.uk. The Note 2 is probably the first smartphone where I don't have problems with batteries but for that price it'd be rude not to. Always good to have a few spares and Anker have a great reputation.
www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B009UOFE1C/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1358467562&sr=8-1&pi=SL75

Splinter · 18-01-2013 01:17AM

3 years on iOS after 6 years on symbian... and I bought a note2 today. I feel like i grew an arm back. Im seriously impressed (confused as fcuk with android) but impressed beyond belief!

Foxhole Norman · 18-01-2013 02:09PM

Splinter wrote: »

3 years on iOS after 6 years on symbian... and I bought a note2 today. I feel like i grew an arm back. Im seriously impressed (confused as fcuk with android) but impressed beyond belief!

I had the exact same response after changing from Windows Phone. I don't think I could ever change back to a smaller phone either after this.

evolutionqy7 · 18-01-2013 08:19PM

Foxhole Norman wrote: »

I had the exact same response after changing from Windows Phone. I don't think I could ever change back to a smaller phone either after this.

I could. Just one with comparable battery life please

evolutionqy7 · 23-01-2013 03:26PM

Any one tried any of the wireless charging kits of ebay?

JacksonHeightsOwn · 31-01-2013 08:40PM

lads, i lost my HTC sensation a few weeks and am really tempted to get the Note 2.

i wont lie, ive fiddled about with it in my local 3 store, but i just cant get my head around the sheer size of the thing.

now im a big dude, 6'2, so i dont have small girly hands. But here's a question.

How does it feel in the pocket? particularly with a decent protector on it?

Sinbad_NI · 31-01-2013 08:58PM

chrisbonnie wrote: »

lads, i lost my HTC sensation a few weeks and am really tempted to get the Note 2.

i wont lie, ive fiddled about with it in my local 3 store, but i just cant get my head around the sheer size of the thing.

now im a big dude, 6'2, so i dont have small girly hands. But here's a question.

How does it feel in the pocket? particularly with a decent protector on it?

It's a little bigger than the rest, but manageable unless a particular pair of trousers has small pockets.

JacksonHeightsOwn · 31-01-2013 09:06PM

has anybody had their screen glass replaced?

there's a damaged one for sale on ebay and im tempted to throw in a sneaky offer.

is it easy to get the glass replaced, and with genuine glass, not the slightly thicker ones you get from those chinese shops on moore street

dulpit · 31-01-2013 09:25PM

chrisbonnie wrote: »

lads, i lost my HTC sensation a few weeks and am really tempted to get the Note 2.

i wont lie, ive fiddled about with it in my local 3 store, but i just cant get my head around the sheer size of the thing.

now im a big dude, 6'2, so i dont have small girly hands. But here's a question.

How does it feel in the pocket? particularly with a decent protector on it?

Went from a Sensation to the Note 2, it doesn't feel that much bigger in the hand/pocket. I don't have a screen protector/etc though (for my shame, that shall be rectified next week).

I will say going from a Note 2 to a smaller phone does feel weird though..

evolutionqy7 · 31-01-2013 09:32PM

chrisbonnie wrote: »

lads, i lost my HTC sensation a few weeks and am really tempted to get the Note 2.

i wont lie, ive fiddled about with it in my local 3 store, but i just cant get my head around the sheer size of the thing.

now im a big dude, 6'2, so i dont have small girly hands. But here's a question.

How does it feel in the pocket? particularly with a decent protector on it?

Pocket carrying isn't really a problem. Usually if im wearing jeans or work trousers it doesn't cause any hassle. Only seemed a problem in looser clothing where it tends to fall out

I got a Saido Active case for it, tbh not a big fan of the case itself so dont use it that much, only put it on when I need the kick stand for watching videos for a longer time. Size is manageable. Pretty much forget about one hand operation cause even my fingers wont reach the other corner of the screen.

Thought in the end, the magnificent battery life is worth it, I can have screen brightness on 75-100% all day, data and 2 push email accounts on with around 80 games & apps installed. I listen to music for several hours while walking to places.

If your willing to get around the size, its a brilliant phone. You can use all of the functions without worrying about lack of juice to get you through the day.

Fiddlex · 09-02-2013 03:01AM

Hey all got a Samsung note 2 from carphone warehouse as an upgrade from o2. Just wondering about the warranty is there a place for us to register the device for warranty or is it just there as soon as we buy it? Just want to make sure I have it coverd. Thanks

evolutionqy7 · 09-02-2013 07:28AM

Fiddlex wrote: »

Hey all got a Samsung note 2 from carphone warehouse as an upgrade from o2. Just wondering about the warranty is there a place for us to register the device for warranty or is it just there as soon as we buy it? Just want to make sure I have it coverd. Thanks

They dont really have a place to register it . Carphone warehouse wukl carry out repairs on any defects

Fiddlex · 09-02-2013 04:21PM

evolutionqy7 wrote: »

They dont really have a place to register it . Carphone warehouse wukl carry out repairs on any defects

Ok thanks for the info!

ChopShop · 09-02-2013 10:39PM

Is it reasonably easy to get a gel style case, screen protector, for one of those around Dublin city center, or should i save myself the bother and go straight to eBay?

JacksonHeightsOwn · 10-02-2013 06:24PM

Finally stumped up the courage to purchase one of these bad boys.

Just looking for a good solid case though. Something on the style of an otterbox, but without the bulk, any ideas?

puddles22 · 10-02-2013 07:03PM

chrisbonnie wrote: »

Finally stumped up the courage to purchase one of these bad boys.

Just looking for a good solid case though. Something on the style of an otterbox, but without the bulk, any ideas?

i have a casemate tough on mine along with a zagg invisible shield find it great and doesnt bulk it up to much

JacksonHeightsOwn · 10-02-2013 07:57PM

puddles22 wrote: »

i have a casemate tough on mine along with a zagg invisible shield find it great and doesnt bulk it up to much

good man puddles, that looks excellent

where did you get the zgg invisible shield btw?

thanks for the reply

ChopShop · 12-02-2013 05:38PM

Is there a way to *disable* an application in the Task Manager?

I can see Force Stop, Uninstall and Clear Data, but there seems to be no disable option...unlike the HTC from which i moved.

Thanks

the whole year inn · 12-02-2013 05:43PM

wernstrom! wrote: »

Is there a way to *disable* an application in the Task Manager?

I can see Force Stop, Uninstall and Clear Data, but there seems to be no disable option...unlike the HTC from which i moved.

Thanks

Hold center button and swipe left or right to the app you don't want, is that what you are talking about.

evolutionqy7 · 12-02-2013 06:00PM

wernstrom! wrote: »

Is there a way to *disable* an application in the Task Manager?

I can see Force Stop, Uninstall and Clear Data, but there seems to be no disable option...unlike the HTC from which i moved.

Thanks

Im afraid not

ChopShop · 12-02-2013 07:00PM

evolutionqy7 wrote: »

Im afraid not

Khaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(was one of the things i liked most about my One X)

Is there any add-on Application available that can be used to disable programs/remove them from the Apps menu until they're re-enabled?

evolutionqy7 · 12-02-2013 07:14PM

wernstrom! wrote: »

Khaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(was one of the things i liked most about my One X)

Is there any add-on Application available that can be used to disable programs/remove them from the Apps menu until they're re-enabled?

Press the menu button while your in the app drawer. You will see hide apps function

The only other way to remove them is to root and install titanium backup and pull them out by force

Craigels · 12-02-2013 08:03PM

wernstrom! wrote: »

Is there a way to *disable* an application in the Task Manager?

I can see Force Stop, Uninstall and Clear Data, but there seems to be no disable option...unlike the HTC from which i moved.

Thanks

You un install any updates the click disable

evolutionqy7 · 12-02-2013 08:21PM

Craigels wrote: »

You un install any updates the click disable

Never seen that button light up neither on the S3, S3 Mini nor the Note 2.

adamski8 · 17-02-2013 04:52PM

Still cant buy the smartdock after months of waiting!

JacksonHeightsOwn · 17-02-2013 05:39PM

lads, quick question

when you double tap to zoom, can you change it in the settings so that the website then fits the screen?

Samsung Galaxy Note II

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