It's really the battery. If they had a 5.5 regular? I'd bite. But the battery and screen are king.
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It's really the battery. If they had a 5.5 regular? I'd bite. But the battery and screen are king.
plagiarize
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The curve is beautiful, and it stops it looking like an iPhone knock off. Plus it's a 5.5 inch screen in a body that's way smaller than other 5.5 inch devices. Can't beat that really. I didn't hesitate to get the S7 edge, even if reportedly *purely for VR* the S7 comes out a little better. Better looks (and that sexy silver) would have won me over even if the battery wasn't bigger (either way it's going to be better than my S6 edge in that regard).
manfestival
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Well normally that would be par for the course but my s6 is having some smaller issues and it feels like a piece of it has become loose on the inside so instead of having it replaced, I figure I may as well just get the latest. Also the bump in battery is important to me too since I am not a fan of the s6 battery
Galaxy S7 Display improved from the Note 5 being crowned best cell phone display
Battery efficiency remained the same though, but that's fine because the S6 actually tested well in most battery benchmarks since it was testing with the device constantly in use, which wouldn't factor in poor performance from Lollipop stand by bugs.
Battery efficiency remained the same though, but that's fine because the S6 actually tested well in most battery benchmarks since it was testing with the device constantly in use, which wouldn't factor in poor performance from Lollipop stand by bugs.
manfestival
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Well how much has the battery efficiency in marshmallow improved over lollipop?
The Faceless Master
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You were able to put money down? As in not pay full price? Interesting.
wolfwolfwolf
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Did they charge in order?
Yup. Verizon thing maybe? Dunno. Judging by the documentation and folder I got what I paid was the standard for preorders
Now I'm really annoyed. I tried preordering the S7 upfront at full price and a T-mobile rep tells me that they aren't offering their newest phones to prepaid customers until a few months later.
I seriously wonder if that's the situation with other phone companies. I'm not interested in doubling my monthly phone bill to get a new phone. I guess they're trying to maximize their unlimited plan sales but I don't think they could really make everyone trying to get an S7 flip for that.
I seriously wonder if that's the situation with other phone companies. I'm not interested in doubling my monthly phone bill to get a new phone. I guess they're trying to maximize their unlimited plan sales but I don't think they could really make everyone trying to get an S7 flip for that.
So Carphone Warehouse's cashback via Quidco only seems valid on contract preorders, not sim-free. Will look to cancel with them.
Samsung at least have 1% cashback and are offering the free GearVR - £6 is better than nothing. Mobile Phones Direct have it priced at £619 (£20 cheaper than elsewhere), and have £45 cashback on Quidco/TCB at the moment. On Twitter they've told me they're waiting for confirmation re: the free GearVR and to 'watch this space'.
Samsung at least have 1% cashback and are offering the free GearVR - £6 is better than nothing. Mobile Phones Direct have it priced at £619 (£20 cheaper than elsewhere), and have £45 cashback on Quidco/TCB at the moment. On Twitter they've told me they're waiting for confirmation re: the free GearVR and to 'watch this space'.
That's pretty cool. i wasn't aware.
Yeah they took out the upfront phone cost already.
Nah I went contract, and yeah the VR was in the basket.
JetForceGemini
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Few question...
What's the value of the vr thing? 200? 300?
It's been so long since I kept up with Android and their wearables but what's the best android smart watch I should get for the s7 edge or is the watches like the apple watch to where it only works with the maker of the phone (Samsung watch only works on samsung, LG only for LG, etc)
And I heard someone mention Netflix with the vr, can I also watch regular movies on it also? Like with a video app?
What's the value of the vr thing? 200? 300?
It's been so long since I kept up with Android and their wearables but what's the best android smart watch I should get for the s7 edge or is the watches like the apple watch to where it only works with the maker of the phone (Samsung watch only works on samsung, LG only for LG, etc)
And I heard someone mention Netflix with the vr, can I also watch regular movies on it also? Like with a video app?
chicagocubsfan
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So the Gear VR doesn't come with the phone if I'm reading correct? T-Mobile says you have to enter info after you receive the phone and then get it 4-6 weeks after. Wonder if its like that for every retailer/carrier.
Verizon is offering a smart watch with the monthly plan.
fluffydelusions
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The vr is $99 but you are also getting $50 worth of content from occulus store and 64gb sd card for preorder (best buy)
Transistor
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Just preordered my S7 edge to rectify the mistake I made, AKA the LG V10
Target is offering a $100 gift card and gearVR. But no silver option for the edge.
https://mobilepreorder.target.com/
Red card it for an additional 5% off.
https://mobilepreorder.target.com/
Red card it for an additional 5% off.
JetForceGemini
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I should have mentioned that I'm with t-mobile. I want the watch more than this vr thing but I'll keep it if it's actually worth it.
Aztechnology
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I pre-ordered earlier yesterday in store after the online issues I was having. At Best Buy they make you buy a $50 giftcard. Not kidding you. To reserve it. Still it's cool I wanted to get Fire Emblem anyway.
Jazzy Network
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I've not heard anything bad about the V10 aside from battery. What do you not like about it?
Nano, just like the S6
On the edge (no pun intended) about upgrading from my S6 edge. The S6 edge is still performing fine and is in good condition. Should be getting marshmallow soon, too.
The main advantages would be the bigger screen, the better battery, and better low light camera performance. All pretty enticing features.
But, as I said, the S6 edge is still performing well. It will be 200 to "buy up" to my edge upgrade with Verizon.
Decisions....
The main advantages would be the bigger screen, the better battery, and better low light camera performance. All pretty enticing features.
But, as I said, the S6 edge is still performing well. It will be 200 to "buy up" to my edge upgrade with Verizon.
Decisions....
Step 1) Put new phone in cart
Step 2) Checkout
Step 3) Move mouse to vicinity of "Place Order" button
Step 4) Cover eyes and start randomly clicking while saying "Just randomly clicking my mouse here!"
Worked for me!
Seriously though, I'm coming from an S6, non-Edge and I regretted not getting the Edge version. The camera and battery capacity were also the major selling points for me.
wolfwolfwolf
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Ah ok. Thought they would. Samsung say they don't charge until dispatch so I'll go with them.
I would...in the dark!!!
Here's a potentially dumb question... I'm have a plan that uses T-Mobile's network, but isn't directly through T-Mobile (NetOnTheRun). What's the best way to buy an S7 Edge?
I'm used to buying phones like the Nexus or OnePlus which sell directly to consumers, so this hasn't really been an issue before. Is there anywhere I can buy the T-Mobile version of this phone outright without having to link it to a T-Mobile account?
I'm guessing I'll just have to wait for unlocked versions, but would love to get in on the pre-order benefits and have the T-Mobile edition for the free wifi calling and such.
I'm used to buying phones like the Nexus or OnePlus which sell directly to consumers, so this hasn't really been an issue before. Is there anywhere I can buy the T-Mobile version of this phone outright without having to link it to a T-Mobile account?
I'm guessing I'll just have to wait for unlocked versions, but would love to get in on the pre-order benefits and have the T-Mobile edition for the free wifi calling and such.
I'm in for a Galaxy S7. The Edge isn't worth the price difference.
My S5 is starting to get to the point of showing it's age.
I have a question though. I pre-ordered on T-MO through the upgrade existing phone system. Everywhere on the site it said you'd get the year of Netflix + Gear VR with pre-order except in the My T-Mobile page listing where you actually order it. It doesn't say it on my order confirmation either. Should I call T-MO to make sure I get those incentives? I spoke with a chat person and they said I would, but they're not always correct in my experience.
My S5 is starting to get to the point of showing it's age.
I have a question though. I pre-ordered on T-MO through the upgrade existing phone system. Everywhere on the site it said you'd get the year of Netflix + Gear VR with pre-order except in the My T-Mobile page listing where you actually order it. It doesn't say it on my order confirmation either. Should I call T-MO to make sure I get those incentives? I spoke with a chat person and they said I would, but they're not always correct in my experience.
I'll be switching from Sprint to Tmo and I'm curious about this as well.
I did it. Got an S7 edge showing up in a couple weeks. Sat on that final page for about ten minutes before clicking the button to complete the order.
BFIB
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Mine keeps looping and telling me to go to a store for my Jump program.
I don't have Jump and my current phone is completely paid for so it's mine.
BFIB
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Just did a chat with T-MO:
So after you get the device, keep your receipt, go to that website and tell it where you bought the device. Then it will allow you to fill in the required info for receiving your promo items.
The only thing you need to do is order in the time frame.
Edit: More from T-MO
How do I get my free Samsung Gear VR, 6-game bundle from Oculus and my year of Netflix after getting the new Samsung phone?
From February 23, 2016 through March 18, 2016, pre-order, purchase or lease a Samsung Galaxy S7 / Galaxy S7 edge from a participating retailer.
Once you receive your phone (any time after February 23, 2016), visit www.T-Mobile.com/SamsungOffer and click on the appropriate link to submit the Offer Claim Form, including valid proof of pre-order or purchase receipt on Samsung’s redemption site. You must complete your claim form with Samsung by March 31, 2016.
You will receive a confirmation email once your submission has been approved.
You will receive a second email with your Netflix code. Once you receive your code, you can claim your free year of Netflix by visiting www.netflix.com/specialoffers by April 30, 2016. Netflix codes are limited.
Your Gear VR will be shipped to you within 4-6 weeks after validation.
After you receive your Gear VR, to get your Oculus 6-game bundle, set up an account at id.oculus.com/US/en-US/login/register. The 6 games will appear automatically in your account. You must download them by April 20, 2016.
Note that the Samsung website for redemptions, https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/GearVR, will not be available until approximately 10:00 AM ET on March 4, 2016. Prior to March 4, 2016, you’ll be able still visit this site to enter your email address, for a reminder to come back to complete you online submission.
So after you get the device, keep your receipt, go to that website and tell it where you bought the device. Then it will allow you to fill in the required info for receiving your promo items.
The only thing you need to do is order in the time frame.
Edit: More from T-MO
How do I get my free Samsung Gear VR, 6-game bundle from Oculus and my year of Netflix after getting the new Samsung phone?
From February 23, 2016 through March 18, 2016, pre-order, purchase or lease a Samsung Galaxy S7 / Galaxy S7 edge from a participating retailer.
Once you receive your phone (any time after February 23, 2016), visit www.T-Mobile.com/SamsungOffer and click on the appropriate link to submit the Offer Claim Form, including valid proof of pre-order or purchase receipt on Samsung’s redemption site. You must complete your claim form with Samsung by March 31, 2016.
You will receive a confirmation email once your submission has been approved.
You will receive a second email with your Netflix code. Once you receive your code, you can claim your free year of Netflix by visiting www.netflix.com/specialoffers by April 30, 2016. Netflix codes are limited.
Your Gear VR will be shipped to you within 4-6 weeks after validation.
After you receive your Gear VR, to get your Oculus 6-game bundle, set up an account at id.oculus.com/US/en-US/login/register. The 6 games will appear automatically in your account. You must download them by April 20, 2016.
Note that the Samsung website for redemptions, https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/GearVR, will not be available until approximately 10:00 AM ET on March 4, 2016. Prior to March 4, 2016, you’ll be able still visit this site to enter your email address, for a reminder to come back to complete you online submission.
Don't count on this.
Jazzy Network
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I'm sure it has the fast wireless charging. Although the chargers themselves are super expensive.
wouldnt that achieve the same thing if the OS sees it as internal memory?
mckmas8808
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How much we talking?
Jon Armdog
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Any news on when/if this is going to be available for pre-order on Amazon?
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