Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

Frankmagnet · 29-02-2016 07:54PM

Techmaster wrote: »

Just over a week to go!

Don't rub it in

Curb Your Enthusiasm · 29-02-2016 07:58PM

Frankmagnet wrote: »

Don't rub it in

:P Yeah yeah

thomasj · 29-02-2016 08:38PM

According to gsmarena the galaxy s7 and edge only has quickcharge 2.0 compared to quickcharge 3.0 on the lg g5

OldMrBrennan83 · 29-02-2016 08:39PM

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Thor · 29-02-2016 08:42PM

thomasj wrote: »

According to gsmarena the galaxy s7 and edge only has quickcharge 2.0 compared to quickcharge 3.0 on the lg g5

Patww79 wrote: »

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Irrelevant, Europe is getting the Exynos version, which I believe doesn't support it anyway.

thomasj · 29-02-2016 08:43PM

Shouldn't be. Any phone that has Qualcomm should have quickcharge 3.0 as optional

Mitch Connor · 29-02-2016 08:44PM

Frustrating that you can't preorder online or in the shop with Meteor. I would prfer to get it in the shop but the earliest I could get there is 3pm, so worry it will be sold out - so will have to try my luck online whatever morning they decide to put it on offer (probably the 11th... meaning I won't get it til the next week. grrrr.)

OldMrBrennan83 · 29-02-2016 08:45PM

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Curb Your Enthusiasm · 29-02-2016 08:57PM

Thor wrote: »

Irrelevant, Europe is getting the Exynos version, which I believe doesn't support it anyway.

The Exynos handsets have a quick charge feature too.

http://www.gsmarena.com/charge_test-review-1239p2.php

''Samsung Fast Charge solution is no different than Qualcomm's Quick Charge 2.0. Samsung uses its own Exynos chipset for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge so you'd reckon they didn't have the luxury of relying on Qualcomm's ready-made solution that comes with Snapdragon processors. Or did they?

After some research we found out that Qualcomm is actually offering their Quick Charge 2.0 technology to third-party OEMs royalty free. All they have to do is integrate the extra Power management integrated circuit into their designs.

The Galaxy S6 duo ships with the same 9V/1.67A chargers that you would get with their certified Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 products such as the Galaxy Note 4. Note that Samsung labels its compatible chargers with "Adaptive Fast Charging."

Frankmagnet · 29-02-2016 09:14PM

Has anyone used a good wireless charger?

I like the look of the new Samsung one that is angled rather than flat but I have only seen it on one site and it was over 100e!

I like the angled look and with the always on display it will make a nice bedside clock

OldMrBrennan83 · 29-02-2016 09:19PM

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Frankmagnet · 29-02-2016 09:25PM

Patww79 wrote: »

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These were two I was looking at.

This one stands up and folds.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Qi-infinity-3-Coils-Wireless-Blackberry-Qi-enabled/dp/B00QNXWLQE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1456777340&sr=8-3&keywords=qi+wireless+charger+folding

This other one is the Qi stone that doubles as a power bank too. Doesn't stand up though.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/QiStone-Completely-compatible-Plus-SlimPWRcard/dp/B00KOOE5SK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1456777471&sr=8-1&keywords=Qi+stone

Curb Your Enthusiasm · 29-02-2016 09:30PM

I bought this one.

Supposed to work with the S7 too. This is the exact one Vodafone are giving away with the S7 pre-orders.

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/121862571898?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

paddyjoe183 · 29-02-2016 09:38PM

Vodefone are being cheap skates

OldMrBrennan83 · 29-02-2016 09:52PM

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Thor · 29-02-2016 09:56PM

thomasj wrote: »

Shouldn't be. Any phone that has Qualcomm should have quickcharge 3.0 as optional

I meant for us, since we're getting the Exynos version. That has its own implementation, and does not yet support quickcharge 2.0. At least that's currently what is believed.

Techmaster wrote: »

The Exynos handsets have a quick charge feature too.

http://www.gsmarena.com/charge_test-review-1239p2.php

''Samsung Fast Charge solution is no different than Qualcomm's Quick Charge 2.0. Samsung uses its own Exynos chipset for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge so you'd reckon they didn't have the luxury of relying on Qualcomm's ready-made solution that comes with Snapdragon processors. Or did they?

After some research we found out that Qualcomm is actually offering their Quick Charge 2.0 technology to third-party OEMs royalty free. All they have to do is integrate the extra Power management integrated circuit into their designs.

The Galaxy S6 duo ships with the same 9V/1.67A chargers that you would get with their certified Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 products such as the Galaxy Note 4. Note that Samsung labels its compatible chargers with "Adaptive Fast Charging."

I believe the issues comes down to Exynos not yet supporting QuickCharge 3.0 yet.

It may even be issues with the Gear VR, or something entirely not connected to the chipset. Either way, I'm not to bother by it. It was even a feature I was looking for honestly.

MrsMcSteamy · 29-02-2016 10:10PM

Techmaster wrote: »

I bought this one.

Supposed to work with the S7 too. This is the exact one Vodafone are giving away with the S7 pre-orders.

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/121862571898?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Just bought. Thanks for the link

Frankmagnet · 29-02-2016 10:12PM

Anyone who has played with the phone confirm if the always on display can work in landscape?

jenno86 · 29-02-2016 10:13PM

Can you get cases that work with the wireless chargers?

Thor · 29-02-2016 10:16PM

MrsMcSteamy wrote: »

Just bought. Thanks for the link

Very decent price there.

The standing wireless chargers do look like a better fit with the always-on display. allows it to become a clock/notification while charging.

jenno86 wrote: »

Can you get cases that work with the wireless chargers?

Some, depending on thickness. The charger itself also matter.

I believe 5mm is the max range.

Fr_Dougal · 01-03-2016 12:52AM

I've been able to order off the Samsung site using PayPal and Parcel Motel. Were others having difficulty?

Thor · 01-03-2016 01:30AM

I see the Samsung's bluebox deals have started.

It doesn't show it for the s7 on the deals page, but if you try to buy it now, you can get the paypal credit with 0-percent interest.

Sadly, it won't work for us in Ireland, and only applies to UK residents. I know a few people mentioned they would go that route, but doesn't look like any real workaround.

MoodeRator · 01-03-2016 09:58AM

I am unable to get the 0% offer whatever I try

APR of 14.9% works out at £736.32 in total for the Edge

UPDATE: Apparently if you click through in the checkout you get the 0% BUT only for 12 months.

biebiebie · 01-03-2016 11:02AM

Here's an interesting camera test / comparison between the S7 and the iPhone 6s.

https://youtu.be/s6VUPgOzGlw

The S7 camera looking to be a very strong feature.

Curb Your Enthusiasm · 01-03-2016 12:07PM

ZAGG original screen protector & Spigen case arrived this morning. Now all I need is the phone!!

OldMrBrennan83 · 01-03-2016 01:20PM

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yeroulfella · 01-03-2016 01:46PM

well Three wont be shipping early

Order Date: 22/02/2016
Order Status: Order Out Of Stock
Status Date: 01/03/2016
Product Description: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge - Black
Status: Item Accepted
Item Status Date: 22/02/2016

I did get an email saying they were out of stock and delivery will be delayed but down futher in yellow it said if its preordered it will be delivered on time. the order status wasnt always out of stock, I think it changed the next day

flangemeistro · 01-03-2016 01:58PM

Did anyone get the 0% paypal finance deal to work through the Samsung store?

Blazer · 01-03-2016 02:47PM

flangemeistro wrote: »

Did anyone get the 0% paypal finance deal to work through the Samsung store?

You have to reside in the UK for that as it detects your Paypal country when you log in via paypal.

dodzy · 01-03-2016 04:57PM

Used the S7 edge yesterday in PCworld. It is some piece of kit. The speed, screen clarity and classy build quality are just superb.

Very impressed.

Iphone 6S user

Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

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