Get the Note 8 or wait for the Note 9?

[amyf27]

Nah....

 

[ChuckWithAZ3v]

Definitely dont want it any taller. A bit wider would be ideal

I second this for sure, half the reason I bought the note 8 over the s8+ was width. The other half was the precision SPen, and then the other half was the dual optically stabilized cameras.

 

[ChuckWithAZ3v]

I have the Note 4 right now and it's working well enough that I'm debating whether I should wait for the Note 9 or just get the Note 8 and sell it when the 9 comes out. What should I do?

I just switched back to my note edge for a couple days recently (just for kicks, man that textured back and wide screen is the bomb) and if your note 4 is serving your needs than I believe you should wait. Sure devices are always getting better but the note 9 is looking as great as a note 8 but with 2 significant potential upgrades: under glass fingerprint scanning, and semi-stereo speakers. (like htc u11 or iPhone)

Worst case scenario? Note 9 having catastrophic failures? Just go in swappa and find a nice condition note 8 for half of retail price. You really can't lose either way. Just my two cents

 

[o4liberty]

The note 8 by far the best device to date it puts the iphone X to shame. The only other device that may compare is the pixel 2.

 

[h2ofun]

I do not see either of the possible note 9 upgrades any big deal. I hope that is all there is since this would have me keep my Note 8 and not upgrade.

 

[Kevykev5150]

Get the 8 then wait for the 10. 10 will be the ****.

 

[TechNut79]

I do not see either of the possible note 9 upgrades any big deal. I hope that is all there is since this would have me keep my Note 8 and not upgrade.

Which upgrades are you referring to?

 

[sleepnclass]

Very little money would be wasted as I'd sell the 8 and use it towards the 9.

Lol don't plan on getting much for that note 8. Android phones don't hold their value at all. I think most places give $200 for it and you could probably only get like $400 from Swappa or eBay. And I refuse to deal with either of those.

 

[Tsepz_GP]

Note 33&1/3

I'm like totally waiting for that beast!

 

[ZOMMBIE1]

Lol don't plan on getting much for that note 8. Android phones don't hold their value at all. I think most places give $200 for it and you could probably only get like $400 from Swappa or eBay. And I refuse to deal with either of those.

You can usually get pretty good trade in deals from Samsung or the carriers. I got 475$ each for a Note 5 and s7 edge towards two Note 8's. Pretty much got one for free. Half off is a good deal

 

[Prakhar Vyas]

LOL... i feel soo out of this conversation right now. I've been using My precious Note 2 and i'm planning to upgrade to the N9 after it is realesed.
Can wait for 8 more months as i've already used this for over 5 years with just a battery change.
BTW will N9 be 5G enabed ?

 

[TechNut79]

I ended up picking up a used S8 a few weeks ago. This thing flies compared to the Note 4.

 

[amyf27]

I ended up picking up a used S8 a few weeks ago. This thing flies compared to the Note 4.

Are you ok with the smaller screen size

 

[donm527]

If he's comparing it to a Note 4 then they are pretty close in screen size. (5.7 vs 5.8 S8)

Are you ok with the smaller screen size

 

[amyf27]

If he's comparing it to a Note 4 then they are pretty close in screen size. (5.7 vs 5.8 S8)

Somewhat but the Note 4 would feel wider I'm sure, with the flatter screen. Still a great upgrade

 

[o4liberty]

Maybe for battery life but I don't think there will be a big difference between the two devices. The new fingerprint sensor location is better than the 8 but is it worth the money to upgrade for a few changes I guess it's a personal reason to make the upgrade.

 

[TechNut79]

Are you ok with the smaller screen size

Not really. It feels smaller even though the sizes are almost the same. And I keep reaching for the S-Pen when there isn't one.

 

[chyeo1979]

Although I'm not upgrading to Note 9, I have to say it's the most awesome complete phone now.

If I had to choose between Note 8 and 9, I will take the 9 despite the big price difference compared to getting a 8 now.

 

[ksefan]

LOL... i feel soo out of this conversation right now. I've been using My precious Note 2 and i'm planning to upgrade to the N9 after it is realesed.
Can wait for 8 more months as i've already used this for over 5 years with just a battery change.
BTW will N9 be 5G enabed ?

I'd get the note 9 if you can swallow the price but if you can't the Note 8 is still a really good phone ( trust me I own one). Also the note 9 will not have 5G. We won't see that till maybe later next year or 2020

 

[o4liberty]

Go for the 9 at this point.