Will the Note 5 have removable battery and storage?

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

Why?

I'm curious as to what is better about an iPhone than any android phone? The note 5 is going to be beautiful and work so well. I just don't understand why so many people are saying I am going to go to the iPhone if the note 5 doesn't have a removable battery or SD card. If they both don't then stay with the note 5. I

I wouldn't, and didn't, say I'd AUTOMATICALLY go to an iPhone, if you're talking about me. Overall, I prefer to remain in the Android eco-system, because that's where I'm most likely to find another vendor that will do what I want.

But it is true that as Samsung becomes more like iPhones, Apple is a possibility now whereas before it wasn't. As Samsung removes choices that used to distinguish their phone from iPhones (and, I might add, as Apple increases screen size, thus eliminating another obstacle), Apple is now "in the game," assuming other Android vendors don't pick up the slack, whereas before they were not.

For many people, Apple still won't win for various reasons, but they are certainly a formidable competitor that makes a great product. All I say is, in a market this competitive, is it really a good idea to take a slice of your customer base and let them start looking more closely at your strongest competitor? Even if you win most of those new battles for sales, you've now created battles where none existed before and none had to exist. I.e, ANY loss is a net loss.
 

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If Samsung does the same with the Note 5 as with the S6, then yes, THAT'S a deal breaker for me and my Note 4 would therefore be the LAST Samsung device I would EVER buy! I don't have an S6 (had S4 and loved it) and have no desire to have an S6, but it still upset me when they took away the memory card (not too upset about battery though) and made a Samsung iPhone! I'll NEVER EVER EVER have a device that does not allow me to CHOOSE where and how to store my data and pics etc. I will NEVER rely on OTA backup, cuz what happens when your phone craps out and you don't have a signal cuz you're out in the woods and took the most amazing nature picture, or you didn't yet sync before it dies...sorry, if I wanted an iPhone, I'd buy the Apple version. They could've put a slot in the side for the memory card if they were so set on locking the back cover on. If I had an S5 or still had my S4 and was looking to upgrade, it certainly would NOT be the S6, not even a chance!

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What options are our there if this is the case?

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Can someone please explain to me the real benefit of an SD card?
I used to have the largest and best in all of my phones. Currently I have one in my s5. However I am feeling the need for it to be vanishing.
I currently have all my pictures, music, and business files in the cloud and no longer need SD card storage space.
Honest question. For those angry if they do remove SD card storage what is the main reason?

You must be an 'in town' person. Lots of reliable WiFi and cell service.

I spend a lot of time in the mountains, in state and national parks. There are often fairly large gaps in cell towers here. Verizon does the best job, but not 100%.
I use my Note 4 for maps. Most of the multiple map programs I carry require data storage on the device for the maps. Online mapping is often useless. I have a 32GB Note 4 and the internal memory is filled. Well, it has about 2GB free. I have a 64GB SD card installed and plan to upgrade to 128GB soon. It is filled to the max with photos and a few videos, and I run a backup program to backup the main storage to the external storage. So basically, I have over 90GB of storage used.
You can say, "but you don't need blah, or you don't need blah". Sure, I guess I don't even need the Note 4. I WANT to carry that much with me. So I want expandable storage. I do not want Samsung, or anyone else dictating what I do or do not do with my device, I want the flexibility to chose for myself. A card slot does that.
 

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I do not want Samsung, or anyone else dictating what I do or do not do with my device, I want the flexibility to chose for myself. A card slot does that.
Exactly! Flexibility and Freedom = Removable Battery and SD Card. How can anyone argue against having these options?
 

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Ha, you are right...Samsung already has with the S6 and S6E. I was thinking of end consumers. 😆
I know.

I don't think as versatile a device as the Note 4 and 3 will be available again, for technical or marketing reasons or both.

Worwig depicts another good scenario for an sd card, but it's pretty specialised and still needs backup storage etc.

If predictions are correct the Note 5 will be sealed, and marketed as a note taking and multi purpose notepad/Chromebook/laptop alternative, with some cute features and fancier pen.
 

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Left of field here. I'm going to call normal/full size SD card slot on the side. Sealed battery. The full size SD would appeal to business users more & batteries charge so quickly since the Note 3, so spares aren't needed imo. Nokia are making a return next year and Samsung need to consider all possible configurations and features (like native 1080p wireless streaming to smart tvs) to maintain market share.
 

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You must be an 'in town' person. Lots of reliable WiFi and cell service.

I spend a lot of time in the mountains, in state and national parks. There are often fairly large gaps in cell towers here. Verizon does the best job, but not 100%.
I use my Note 4 for maps. Most of the multiple map programs I carry require data storage on the device for the maps. Online mapping is often useless. I have a 32GB Note 4 and the internal memory is filled. Well, it has about 2GB free. I have a 64GB SD card installed and plan to upgrade to 128GB soon. It is filled to the max with photos and a few videos, and I run a backup program to backup the main storage to the external storage. So basically, I have over 90GB of storage used.
You can say, "but you don't need blah, or you don't need blah". Sure, I guess I don't even need the Note 4. I WANT to carry that much with me. So I want expandable storage. I do not want Samsung, or anyone else dictating what I do or do not do with my device, I want the flexibility to chose for myself. A card slot does that.

My wife & I also do a lot of camping & driving in areas of poor/nonexistant cell service. Have Verizon now & AT&T is the only other option. For me battery life is the main concern (can only charge while driving, usually no electricity or cell service in camping areas). I read somewhere that Sandisk (sp?) now sells a bluetooth thumbdrive; that may be a better option than unreliable sd cards for storage. Have not gone to Best Buy in a while but will check out & possibly buy next time I go.
 

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So I want expandable storage. I do not want Samsung, or anyone else dictating what I do or do not do with my device, I want the flexibility to chose for myself. A card slot does that.

This is the point. Yes. People have different needs with high end devices.
 

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

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I'm curious as to what is better about an iPhone than any android phone? The note 5 is going to be beautiful and work so well. I just don't understand why so many people are saying I am going to go to the iPhone if the note 5 doesn't have a removable battery or SD card. If they both don't then stay with the note 5. I

Nah

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

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I'm curious as to what is better about an iPhone than any android phone? The note 5 is going to be beautiful and work so well. I just don't understand why so many people are saying I am going to go to the iPhone if the note 5 doesn't have a removable battery or SD card. If they both don't then stay with the note 5. I

Can't say for certain I will go to a iphone but it's certainly back in the running for my next phone now the 6 plus has arrived, I've listed reasons elsewhere maybe this thread?

I came from Ios to the note range and havent looked back loved the sd storage options and having 2 battery's!

I'd consider Apple because they have:

Resale Value
Customer Service (2nd to none)
Regular updates (not 8 months lollipop?)

Better as hardware and software designed together

No point buying the imitation (samsung) may as well buy the real thing.

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

Can't say for certain I will go to a iphone but it's certainly back in the running for my next phone now the 6 plus has arrived, I've listed reasons elsewhere maybe this thread?

I came from Ios to the note range and havent looked back loved the sd storage options and having 2 battery's!

I'd consider Apple because they have:

Resale Value
Customer Service (2nd to none)
Regular updates (not 8 months lollipop?)

Better as hardware and software designed together

No point buying the imitation (samsung) may as well buy the real thing.

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I agree here. Considering keeping my Note 4 and just getting the new 6s Plus.
 

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

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No SD Card means I'll be moving back to the iPhone. Guess I'll try the iPhone 6+.

.... because the iPhone offers SD card support??? lol

I haven't said this but it makes sense to me. I ONLY stay with the Note because it has an SD card slot. I want my photos on the card, easy to backup to my external hard drive and the cloud. What I hate is the **** poor battery life I get from the Note (as does everyone with a Note that I've asked). I feel the card makes it worth suffering through having to charge multiple times daily. I see folks with iPhones keep their display on when they are finished using it and their batteries last for well over a day or two.

For that reason I'd lean to the iPhone if Samsung did not continue with the SD Card. Why would I put up with poor battery life without anything else in return? It's not a threat to Samsung, just stating a great selling point for them to continue having this advantage over Apple.
 

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

Yes they are deal breakers for me, The Note Should Keep both a removable battery, and an sd card. I added a 128 gb to my note 4 and it was only $79.00 and a Samsung card at that. I have had not problem with it as of yet, had it a little over a month now. I like the Idea that I can put what I want on the card, and save the built in storage for apps and let the phone use the extra for system running. I do not like this idea of moving away from personal storage to cloud, the only winners there is the service providers as we are using data to get to cloud storage. That is not even counting what if you are in an area that does not get good coverage, not just living there but possible business or recreation trip and there is no dependable internet then you are screwed.. I do not want to pay what the companies decide to charge for the larger onboard storage when I can buy it cheaper. Place the money instead into a good set of onboard stereo speakers.. if they (Samsung) continues on this trend then there is not much more to set them apart. I can chose to move on to another choice of hardware provider. I am really just trying to wait for the details from the proverbial horses mouth, before I make a rash decision.
 

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Re: Those thinking of moving to the Note 5...

you know the people criticizing about comments of moving on to an Iphone or anything else that does not have an sd card, all we are really saying is why not, especially now if Samsung stays on this spree of removing choice,
as in removable battery or an sd card expansion. Having those choices is what helped set Samsung apart. Now that they are jumping on the bandwagon of removing those options they are not that different from what is out there today. So why not just try something else. again I am just saying..... I am again trying to wait and hope until it is stated from Samsung.
 

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Apple quality is hit and miss. Battery's die after about 12 months of use. Expanding memory cost a fortune for you have to buy it built in. The software is very good though.
If Samsung makes the note 5 a high performance galaxy 6s . No changeable battery or SD card then it time for the G4. For me. Battery are cheep and easy to replace and my music file is at 36gb already. Movies chew up the 60gb I have on my note 3.
I predict that if Samsung does away with both features the sales of the G4 will skyrocket and sadly the note 5 will be a massive failure. Market share will be lost. People will go to apple LG HTC

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Absolutely agree. The exact scenario with the phone failure on the trip happened to my daughter on her recent school trip with her Nexus 5 (less than 6 months old). I have always liked to have sd card and removable battery on my phone rather to have so called premium build. What is the point to have a piece of jewellery which is to be replaced after year or so. I don't mind plastic phone because I am keeping it in the case regardless of the phone material. I have Note 3 and I am very happy with it. If Samsung keep making iS and iNote there is always LG with their G phones.
 
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