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Samsung Galaxy S20

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    #122
    howamidifferent
    Registered Users Posts: 1,817 ✭✭✭howamidifferent


    jay28 wrote: »
    Possibly, i.just hate the look of a screen protector on a phone, I'll be giving it a miss, Im looking for a nice leather wallet style case for the ultra but finding it hard locate one.

    Here you go, lots to choose from .
    https://www.noreve.com/en/galaxy-s20/4112-samsung-galaxy-s20-leather-case.html

    :)


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    #123
    jones
    Registered Users Posts: 2,996 ✭✭✭jones


    Took the plunge and preordered the S20+ (i've alway had the + models so nice upgrade to my S8+) i was tempted by the Ultra but couldnt justify nearly €1,400 outlay for it. What cases are people going for with these phones? I usually get otterbox but i'll have a look about. Spigen air looks good too.

    On a side note the Ultra seems to be selling well as the Samsung site has it as a later delivery than the S20 and S20+


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    #124
    cnocbui
    Registered Users Posts: 19,674 ✭✭✭✭cnocbui


    The ultra costs more because it has the additional, higher spec cameras, which is probably the same reason there is such interest in it and sales are high.


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    #125
    jones
    Registered Users Posts: 2,996 ✭✭✭jones


    cnocbui wrote: »
    The ultra costs more because it has the additional, higher spec cameras, which is probably the same reason there is such interest in it and sales are high.

    Ha i know why it costs more just saying i cant justify spending the money on it :D

    Ok i think i know what you mean now you thought i meant what "cases" are people getting (as in why getting th Ultra) I meant physical cases haha


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    #126
    bennyx_o
    Registered Users Posts: 4,033 ✭✭✭bennyx_o


    Was just on to Samsung Ireland and they told me my S20 Ultra pre order (ordered 17/2) would be delayed by up to 10 days due to component shortages - haven't heard this from anywhere else. Website says delivery after 25/03 but would have thought that was due to there being no more pre-order units


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    #127
    Reati
    Registered Users Posts: 1,922 ✭✭✭Reati


    bennyx_o wrote: »
    Was just on to Samsung Ireland and they told me my S20 Ultra pre order (ordered 17/2) would be delayed by up to 10 days due to component shortages - haven't heard this from anywhere else. Website says delivery after 25/03 but would have thought that was due to there being no more pre-order units

    There was simular problems last time. My s10 plus was delayed and they never bother to tell me till I rang up. They priortize the shops apperantly.


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    #128
    kilsmum
    Registered Users Posts: 487 ✭✭kilsmum


    The wording on the delivery of the ultra is different too. I wonder does that mean it's not even guaranteed to be delivered on the 25th of March?


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    #129
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    pre ordered a S20 (somehow I feel cheap lol), kinda annoyed I won't 'free' buds, but currently have an S8 and its plenty big, 20 is slightly bigger plus more so.
    Got a UAG case too. Lack of reviews of the S20 have me worried, hope I made the right choice - trading in my S8 with samsung.


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    #130
    jones
    Registered Users Posts: 2,996 ✭✭✭jones


    I am surprised about the lack of full reivews - there are a lot of hands on at show type reviews where they get about twenty minutes with the phone. Whats the UAG case never heard of it?


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    #131
    jogdish
    Registered Users Posts: 1,458 ✭✭✭jogdish


    jones wrote: »
    I am surprised about the lack of full reivews - there are a lot of hands on at show type reviews where they get about twenty minutes with the phone. Whats the UAG case never heard of it?
    Urban Armour Gear case - had one for an s6, s8 served me well. So I originally got a spigen case for s8, ver stylish and nice and light, fall small scratch on the screen - bye bye spigen, so I got my UAG case again. Plenty love the spigen, so maybe just unlucky.


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    #132
    SuprSi
    Registered Users Posts: 6,935 ✭✭✭SuprSi


    There's a good load of full reviews out there now (these are both S20 Ultra);

    https://www.wired.co.uk/article/samsung-galaxy-s20-ultra-review

    https://www.theverge.com/2020/2/27/21155012/samsung-galaxy-s20-ultra-review-5g-screen-camera-space-zoom-price

    Both call out the 100x zoom as being a gimmick, but have mostly positive things to say otherwise.


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    #133
    McDermotX
    Registered Users Posts: 14,648 ✭✭✭✭McDermotX


    UAG Monarchs for travel/everyday use and alternate with an official leather case for normal everyday when you want a change to relatively lightweight. Same way as the last couple times, same again this time.
    Probably a wee bit on the expensive side, but save something by not bothering with the tempered glass protectors, just take too much away from everyday usage.

    Just a little bit more care required IMO


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    #134
    1jcdub
    Registered Users Posts: 953 ✭✭✭1jcdub


    When is the S20 and plus models due to be shipped by the network's?
    Heard some networks might begin shipping phones, Monday 2nd. Only a rumour
    I've an S20+ on order. Have spigen rugged armour on its way for it. Have the same case on my S10 5g. Very happy with it.


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    #135
    MarkY91
    Registered Users Posts: 7,067 ✭✭✭MarkY91


    Question to people who got the free airbuds last year..how long does it take to get them? I'm going traveling on 1st of April..would be great to have them for then.. hopefully


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    #136
    Reati
    Registered Users Posts: 1,922 ✭✭✭Reati


    MarkY91 wrote: »
    Question to people who got the free airbuds last year..how long does it take to get them? I'm going traveling on 1st of April..would be great to have them for then.. hopefully

    Months. 6 I think for me.


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    #137
    MarkY91
    Registered Users Posts: 7,067 ✭✭✭MarkY91


    Reati wrote: »
    Months. 6 I think for me.

    That's madness. Why such a long time?


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    #138
    ShaneU
    Registered Users Posts: 14,821 ✭✭✭✭ShaneU


    Just ordered S20 4G with a Spigen tough armor case, I've gotten very used to having a kickstand on the case!


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    #139
    MarkY91
    Registered Users Posts: 7,067 ✭✭✭MarkY91


    ShaneU wrote: »
    Just ordered S20 4G with a Spigen tough armor case, I've gotten very used to having a kickstand on the case!

    Exactly the case I got for my S20+. Have it on my S10 too.


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    #140
    Reati
    Registered Users Posts: 1,922 ✭✭✭Reati


    MarkY91 wrote: »
    That's madness. Why such a long time?

    Who knows. They just kept making excuses and 'it'll despatch shortly'.

    Just like the preorders that won't be fulfilled on March 10th...


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    #141
    bazzz
    Registered Users Posts: 1,099 ✭✭✭bazzz


    MarkY91 wrote: »
    Question to people who got the free airbuds last year..how long does it take to get them? I'm going traveling on 1st of April..would be great to have them for then.. hopefully

    Mine took 30 days. The claim was validated on the 10th of March 2019 and
    I received them on the 5th of April. That was the average time-frame for the people who didn't have any hassle.
    So I'd say your chances might be slim in regards receiving them by April 1st.


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    #142
    seantobin43
    Registered Users Posts: 310 ✭✭seantobin43


    Do any have the shops have them on display yet? I want to buy the s20 ultra but I'd like to see the size of it before I preorder


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    #143
    MarkY91
    Registered Users Posts: 7,067 ✭✭✭MarkY91


    seantobin43 wrote: »
    Do any have the shops have them on display yet? I want to buy the s20 ultra but I'd like to see the size of it before I preorder

    Three on o connell street, Dublin had the S20+ last week


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    #144
    dougm1970
    Registered Users Posts: 1,118 ✭✭✭dougm1970


    MarkY91 wrote: »
    Three on o connell street, Dublin had the S20+ last week

    i went in there on thursday....think it was vodafone beside them had a s20+ but labelled up as an s20 ultra...i was going to say but didnt bother......eventually walked down henry street and did get to play with an ultra in carphone warehouse...but it is locked to the display so couldnt play with cameras


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    #145
    MarkY91
    Registered Users Posts: 7,067 ✭✭✭MarkY91


    dougm1970 wrote: »
    i went in there on thursday....think it was vodafone beside them had a s20+ but labelled up as an s20 ultra...i was going to say but didnt bother......eventually walked down henry street and did get to play with an ultra in carphone warehouse...but it is locked to the display so couldnt play with cameras

    Have you managed to find one that's not locked to the display?

    In yet to find one. I'm hoping to have a go of the cameras and actually hd the S20+ to see if its too big or not.


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    #146
    1jcdub
    Registered Users Posts: 953 ✭✭✭1jcdub


    Got an email confirmation of my new contact and purchase of a S20+ upgrade from Vodafone. I ordered the phone a week ago. I'd presume my order will be shipping early next week..


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    #147
    Reati
    Registered Users Posts: 1,922 ✭✭✭Reati


    1jcdub wrote: »
    Got an email confirmation of my new contact and purchase of a S20+ upgrade from Vodafone. I ordered the phone a week ago. I'd presume my order will be shipping early next week..

    Late next week be more like it but you might get lucky. Its not released till the Tuesday after.


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    #148
    Testament1
    Registered Users Posts: 1,578 ✭✭✭Testament1


    Any recommendations on wireless chargers? One for home and one for work vehicle? I've found the charging ports can get loose and problematic on previous phones I've had


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    #149
    1jcdub
    Registered Users Posts: 953 ✭✭✭1jcdub


    Reati wrote: »
    Late next week be more like it but you might get lucky. Its not released till the Tuesday after.

    I think in the States they are expecting it Tuesday/Wednesday next for those that pre-ordered


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    #150
    seantobin43
    Registered Users Posts: 310 ✭✭seantobin43


    MarkY91 wrote: »
    Have you managed to find one that's not locked to the display?

    In yet to find one. I'm hoping to have a go of the cameras and actually hd the S20+ to see if its too big or not.

    Went into to the Vodafone shop and had to ask for the display model and they gave it to me behind the counter. Size wise its exactly the same as the note 10 plus. Camara sticks out a bit but its doesn't really affect the size and the way it sits in the pocket. I'm definitely getting the ultra its amazing!


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    #151
    Reati
    Registered Users Posts: 1,922 ✭✭✭Reati


    1jcdub wrote: »
    I think in the States they are expecting it Tuesday/Wednesday next for those that pre-ordered

    Aye. Some have even got them already from reading on reddit. Here the date is the 10th.


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