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[Morty2264]

Same here. I prefer the curve and have the ultra 20. The curve is not as noticable

I too liked curved units. I could use either curved or flat. And you are right - curved edges aren't as noticeable these days.

 

[Laura Knotek]

I too liked curved units. I could use either curved or flat. And you are right - curved edges aren't as noticeable these days.

I got used to a curved screen, so I like it now. It doesn't matter to me whether the screen is flat or curved now.

 

[mustang7757]

I got used to a curved screen, so I like it now. It doesn't matter to me whether the screen is flat or curved now.

Same

 

[donm527]

Curved screens don't bother me or using Edge panels, etc. It's finding a good glass protector that actually fit the curved screens. I know there is that one brand everyone loves but I'm not a fan of dealing with the application.

I tried a couple of higher name brands and gave up and used a Spigen plastic. I just want a glass screen that fits tight like the countless number of ones available for iPhones that are fully adhesive too... never understood why most that are available only put adhesive on the edges.

With the curved edges now being less and less "curvy"(?) maybe they can make it go to the edge before it dramatically curves in. iPhones have a very subtle curve at the edges but manufactures are able to work around it just fine. I put glass on wife and daughters iPhone 10/11 and never an issue.

I too liked curved units. I could use either curved or flat. And you are right - curved edges aren't as noticeable these days.

 

[Mr Segundus]

I'm legitimately hyped for the Note 20, but I am currently using an iPhone 11 Pro Max/Apple Watch Series 5 combo and since iOS 14 will have widgets and app drawer, I'm not sure I need or want an Android phone anymore, although I really do miss the S Pen.

 

[Mr Segundus]

Curved screens don't bother me or using Edge panels, etc. It's finding a good glass protector that actually fit the curved screens. I know there is that one brand everyone loves but I'm not a fan of dealing with the application.

Yeah, the Whitestone Dome Glass protectors can be a pain and annoying to apply, but they're worth it when it goes on perfectly IMO.

 

[Mr Segundus]

Can't go into Best Buy anymore and go see and touch a model after the Unpack. (Can you walk into a Best Buy now?? Haven't tried in months)

Yep! Best Buy stores are open again and they still have phones on display that yo can touch/play with.

 

[donm527]

How do you like the Apple Watch S5 setup with your 11 Pro Max??

I'll probably 90%+ go with the Note 20 +/Ultra... because it's the first out the gate before the iPhone 12 lol... as long as the Unpack doesn't surprise with something I don't like or maybe the YouTubers videos that come out at the same time say something negative like the camera system is worse than the S20 at launch.

But the iPhone 12 Pro Max would be at top of list because of the accessories.... I'd love to pair it with the Watch and play with it. Maybe the Airpods. Be in the market for a car soon so maybe Apple Car Key too.

With Android I've tried an Android watch twice (Actually one Samsung Sport using Tizen) and each time I didn't find it a useful addition.

I'm legitimately hyped for the Note 20, but I am currently using an iPhone 11 Pro Max/Apple Watch Series 5 combo and since iOS 14 will have widgets and app drawer, I'm not sure I need or want an Android phone anymore, although I really do miss the S Pen.

 

[donm527]

I'll have to re-evaluate when I get the new phone in hand.

Yeah, the Whitestone Dome Glass protectors can be a pain and annoying to apply, but they're worth it when it goes on perfectly IMO.

 

[donm527]

Good to know. I'll have to check my local one... I live in South Florida where we seem to not be able to contain this virus so it may vary... But if they are open, gonna pack some Clorox hand wipes and head over to my BB the day they are on display.

Yep! Best Buy stores are open again and they still have phones on display that yo can touch/play with.

 

[Mr Segundus]

With Android I've tried an Android watch twice (Actually one Samsung Sport using Tizen) and each time I didn't find it a useful addition.

Seems like the Galaxy Watch Active 2 has many similar features to the AWS 5. It has the ECG, heart rate sensor, and all the fitness tracking stuff that I use on my AW5, but I'm not a fan of Tizen.

I absolutely love the AW5 as it pairs flawlessly to the iPhone. I have yet to see a scratch on the display as I took the screen protector off in May and it's still flawless (Apple uses sapphire glass!). And I like that iPhones are ubiquitous so there's no shortage of screen protectors, cases, and accessories.

I miss being able to personalize Android though, but like I said, now that iOS 14 will have widgets and an app drawer (still no way to place apps/icons anywhere you want on a grid though), I may not have to switch back. We'll see. I apologize if I hijacked the thread!

You're in south Florida? Yikes. I hope you are able stay healthy and maybe it would be best to avoid Best Buy for a bit.

 

[KupKrazy]

I just signed up! I assume it will ship late in the month hopefully! I saw that because the first few days of August it looks like we might have a hurricane threat in Florida! You know every year it seems something comes up! Irma caused me to get my Note almost 2 weeks late! Remember I was more worried about my Note 8 than Irma destroying my house lol!

OMG the memories. HAHAHA! I love how each year we get to reminisce about how it was last year or the year before.

 

[Cletis169_1]

My worst was the Note 9 launch!! Note 10+ wasn't bad actually got my phone on time, lol.

Anybody start the pre-order threads yet?

 

[KupKrazy]

9 Days away.
Leaks are terrible.

There have been a lot of leaks already, though.

 

[KupKrazy]

Last year, I was at the Unpacked event at Barclays Center in Brooklyn - I remember taking off work early to attend. Sad that this year it couldn't happen again. It was a really nice setup and I guess the last time DJ Koh headed one of these up (miss him). I particularly liked the gift for those that went through the whole exhibit - two galaxy S pens designed like actual fountain pens. No bluetooth function, but they work as how S pens used to work without the bluetooth.

I'm glad it starts at 10am EDT. None of this afternoon Cupertino ****.

 

[donm527]

No apologies... I did ask. And it sounds like a cool pairing with the watch and one of the reasons why I like the idea of the 12 Pro.

Thanks for your well wish... but I spent the last month at home with symptoms (one was losing 20 pounds in a little over 2 weeks) even though I took a test two weeks in a row and each time showed negative. Back to about 92%. Crazy experience I hope people will be able to avoid and everyone here stay safe, be healthy to enjoy new phones I think I should be bulletproof now to make a trip to BB and check out the Note. Still gonna carry a ton of wipes with my mask.

Seems like the Galaxy Watch Active 2 has many similar features to the AWS 5. It has the ECG, heart rate sensor, and all the fitness tracking stuff that I use on my AW5, but I'm not a fan of Tizen.

I absolutely love the AW5 as it pairs flawlessly to the iPhone. I have yet to see a scratch on the display as I took the screen protector off in May and it's still flawless (Apple uses sapphire glass!). And I like that iPhones are ubiquitous so there's no shortage of screen protectors, cases, and accessories.

I miss being able to personalize Android though, but like I said, now that iOS 14 will have widgets and an app drawer (still no way to place apps/icons anywhere you want on a grid though), I may not have to switch back. We'll see. I apologize if I hijacked the thread!

You're in south Florida? Yikes. I hope you are able stay healthy and maybe it would be best to avoid Best Buy for a bit.

 

[sweetypie31]

Just did the reserve. Still undecided on whether I will be trading in my 10+ for the 20+. Besides not getting security updates my 10 is working pretty well. Guess I'll see on 8/5 whether its worth it.

 

[Mike Dee]

Curved screens don't bother me or using Edge panels, etc. It's finding a good glass protector that actually fit the curved screens. I know there is that one brand everyone loves but I'm not a fan of dealing with the application.

I tried a couple of higher name brands and gave up and used a Spigen plastic. I just want a glass screen that fits tight like the countless number of ones available for iPhones that are fully adhesive too... never understood why most that are available only put adhesive on the edges.

With the curved edges now being less and less "curvy"(?) maybe they can make it go to the edge before it dramatically curves in. iPhones have a very subtle curve at the edges but manufactures are able to work around it just fine. I put glass on wife and daughters iPhone 10/11 and never an issue.

The FPS is the concern. Most of the glass protectors don't work.

 

[mustang7757]

Just did the reserve. Still undecided on whether I will be trading in my 10+ for the 20+. Besides not getting security updates my 10 is working pretty well. Guess I'll see on 8/5 whether its worth it.

I got the itch , didn't buy anything andriod since Note 10+

 

[Mike Dee]

I got the itch , didn't buy anything andriod since Note 10+

Yes you did