OnePlus 8 Event enough to make you switch?

[Morty2264]

People are forgetting yes the galaxy devices are priced higher, but their trade-in promotions are aggressive. Oneplus not so much. When you factor that in the oneplus device is actually more expensive. I know everyone doesn't have a trade. Speaking for the majority of us that like to upgrade frequently.

I forgot about this - it's true. Trade-in deals for major flagships kind of make the dent in your wallet a little smaller.

 

[jtcannonball]

It's simple. If you like it, get it. You can always return it. It's only a mobile phone, not a car or house. They have them at Best Buy for a couple hundred dollars.

I think you are not up to date on the phone in question. The 8 Pro isn’t out and it’s far more than a couple hundred. The point of forums is discussion, and we are aware you can just buy a phone. But talking is fun, especially when we are all stuck at home.

 

[bhatech]

Honeymoon period started, move aside Ultra

 

[mustang7757]

Honeymoon period started, move aside Ultra

Sweet ..enjoy

 

[BlackZeppelin]

I passed getting the S20 Ultra and still have my Note 9. But if I absolutely had to replace my phone now, I would seriously consider the OnePlus 8 for one major feature - the new 30W wireless charging. For me personally, that is an extraordinary convenience. The ability to charge faster than Samsung's wired 25W charger by just placing on a wireless charging dock. That single feature means more to me than many others I don't care for, like 120 Hz refresh rate etc.

On another subject, I am extremely disappointed to read rumours of Samsung significantly upgrading the "selfie" camera on the upcoming S21. Who cares really about a large sensor and OIS for the front camera? Things like super fast and efficient wireless charging are far more practical for most people.

 

[reintgenrc]

The Pro looks nice. I am going to pass since it looks like AT&T is not playing nicely with OnePlus. I tried the 7 and 7 Pro and neither worked very well on AT&T (dropped calls, lack of reception, slow speeds, etc.) and now I see that AT&T will not certify the 8 Pro for 5G on AT&T's network. I am not that concerned about 5G, but it likely means that AT&T will not allow its features (HD Voice, wifi calling, etc.) to work. More importantly, I doubt the reception issues from the 7 will be fixed. I will see what other AT&T users report once it comes out, but right now I have to pass. BTW, I am with you on wanting the base level in black.

Really glad I read this. I'm an AT&T customer and felt bad when the 8 Pro was released. Love my S20 Ultra though.

 

[Mike Dee]

No switching getting the 8 Pro, but may sell the S20 Ultra down the line in couple of months of I like the 8 Pro. They have addressed couple of my main concerns in terms of adding wireless charging and improving camera (have to test out myself). But the 8 Pro overall looks like a solid device that can go head to head with any phone.

I thought you ended up with the S20 plus

 

[bhatech]

I thought you ended up with the S20 plus

No settled with the Ultra over S20+ since selling it currently was going to be a pain and people are going to offer $500 less than retail. Doesn't make sense selling at that price so will ride it till Note 20.

 

[Mike Dee]

I think you are not up to date on the phone in question. The 8 Pro isn’t out and it’s far more than a couple hundred. The point of forums is discussion, and we are aware you can just buy a phone. But talking is fun, especially when we are all stuck at home.

I'm just waiting for the first Zombie to ring the bell.

 

[Mike Dee]

I passed getting the S20 Ultra and still have my Note 9. But if I absolutely had to replace my phone now, I would seriously consider the OnePlus 8 for one major feature - the new 30W wireless charging. For me personally, that is an extraordinary convenience. The ability to charge faster than Samsung's wired 25W charger by just placing on a wireless charging dock. That single feature means more to me than many others I don't care for, like 120 Hz refresh rate etc.

On another subject, I am extremely disappointed to read rumours of Samsung significantly upgrading the "selfie" camera on the upcoming S21. Who cares really about a large sensor and OIS for the front camera? Things like super fast and efficient wireless charging are far more practical for most people.

If that's your priority and it makes sense to you. I've never bought a phone for how fast it can charge...wired or wireless.

 

[buzzy3970]

Agreed. A few minutes more mean nothing when there's so many ways to charge your devices on the go. Seeing that I have a watch and buds I much prefer the reverse charging.

If that's your priority and it makes sense to you. I've never bought a phone for how fast it can charge...wired or wireless.

 

[Morty2264]

Honeymoon period started, move aside Ultra

Awesome photo!

 

[Grabber5.0]

Honeymoon period started, move aside Ultra

That's purty!

 

[willypguy]

I'm switching my Pixel to the OnePlus, and I am keeping my Ultra as my backup phone.

 

[Garz]

No.

 

[illdini]

Why can't they do all of that? It's not like they don't have the resources.

 

[Morty2264]

I'm switching my Pixel to the OnePlus, and I am keeping my Ultra as my backup phone.

That sounds like a good plan! Did you get the OnePlus 8 or the OnePlus 8 Pro?

 

[bhatech]

I never thought I would say this, the Ultra is more comfortable to use in hand compared to OnePlus 8 Pro. Curved screens please die soon.

Absolutely great phone in every aspect the 8 pro, but the curved screen is slowly getting to my nerve lol

Even though S20 series isn't completely flat, I think Samsung got that part great. I still prefer completely flat but the S20 curved screens don't bother me one bit mainly because that aren't that curved

 

[ThrottleJohnny]

I never thought I would say this, the Ultra is more comfortable to use in hand compared to OnePlus 8 Pro. Curved screens please die soon.

Absolutely great phone in every aspect the 8 pro, but the curved screen is slowly getting to my nerve lol

Even though S20 series isn't completely flat, I think Samsung got that part great. I still prefer completely flat but the S20 curved screens don't bother me one bit mainly because that aren't that curved

I wondered about that. Thanks!

 

[bkeaver]

I never thought I would say this, the Ultra is more comfortable to use in hand compared to OnePlus 8 Pro. Curved screens please die soon.

Absolutely great phone in every aspect the 8 pro, but the curved screen is slowly getting to my nerve lol

Even though S20 series isn't completely flat, I think Samsung got that part great. I still prefer completely flat but the S20 curved screens don't bother me one bit mainly because that aren't that curved

I disagree with this. Well kind of, yes I do agree the curved edges of the s20 is better and they did get that right but the OP 8 pro is much more comfortable in the hands. It's better balanced, not as heavy. Really the curved edges don't bother me much.