Should I get the Note 3?

[daddyd302]

I traded both my Nexus 7[16G and 32G] to get the Galaxy Gear to go along with my Note 3. Since the note 3 is pretty big, it makes the Nexus 7 useless for me.

As for the size, it really depends on your pant size. If you wear baggy pants like me, it'll fit in your pocket but it's pretty big. I don't talk for a long time on my Note 3 so I can't comment on how comfortable it is to hold for more then 5 minutes.

 

[Panda_kRz]

Get the new Nexus 5

When is the Nexus 5 coming out? I looked at it (googled) and I like the simplicity of the phone and the "rumored" specs are good.

 

[CehowardNote7]

Hey guys, so I'm up for a new phone (end of contract) this month, but had my eyes on the new Nexus 7 (2nd Gen.) tablet as well.
So long story short: should I get the note 3 (will this fulfill my desire of wanting a tablet?) or should I get another smartphone (thinking S4, HTC One, etc.) and the Nexus 7 (2nd Gen.)?

Thanks in advance!

To tell the truth, I was in that spot when the S4 came out. I was getting ready to get an S3, and a Nexus 7, to go along with my chromebook. I was looking for items that are light, since I commute on my bicycle and motorcycle a lot, and I will be carrying 1 or 2 of these..I decided to get the S4 and cancel out on the Nexus 7.. I figured the S4 would take the place of the tablet. Well, I had the S4, and it was good, but since Tmobile only had the 16gb version, and I wanted the 32 S4, I returned it, and tried to wait for the 32gb S4. In the meantime, the Note 3 came out. It has the 32gb, faster, brighter, bigger, it was a no brainer.. IMO, I don't need at tablet, and if I did, they have the Mega series out there too.

IMO, nix on the tab, get the Note 3...

 

[dkhmwilliams]

I no longer need a tablet since having the Note 3. It seems to be the best of both worlds . And, I don't have to worry about carrying two devices.

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[blitz118]

When is the Nexus 5 coming out? I looked at it (googled) and I like the simplicity of the phone and the "rumored" specs are good.

This is the Note 3 forum. You should go to the Nexus 5 forum if you want information about the Nexus 5.

If you want a simple phone, and latest updates, then get the Nexus 5.

 

[azsdfsd]

if you read all the reviews of the note 3 almost all of them are positive, includng bgr's latest lol. also it tops in phonedog's expert's choice. go for it

 

[Droid Gator]

Since I received my Note 3, I rarely ever use my iPad. I used it a lot when I had my iPhone because of the screen size.

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[_X_]

I use to carry a tablet 7" and a phone when I upgraded to the Note 2 I found I rarely use the tablet. So much so I quit carring it with me it's been about a year since I've used my tablet. There is some comprising but it gets the job done. What it can't do I would usually resort to a computer anyway.

As for comfort not as comfortable as a smaller phone. I do have to take out my phone at times or shift it on my pocket.

 

[pseudoware]

When is the Nexus 5 coming out? I looked at it (googled) and I like the simplicity of the phone and the "rumored" specs are good.

There's no set date, but the expectation is it will be available in Nov at the latest, if not sooner. See the Nexus 5 forum for more info.

I've checked out the Note 3 myself. Sweet device, no doubt. I strongly considered the unlocked version, but the region lock (prevents using a sim from a different country) is a total deal-breaker. It's unlikely I'll ever get a Samsung device again because of that.

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[STARGATE]

Just do it! :thumbup:
With the Note 3 you won't need a tablet and a phone.

Sent From a Galaxy S4 Away!

 

[anote3fan]

I've had Note 3 for exactly 1 month (it launched on the 27/28 here in Indonesia) and bought it upfront (no phone is subsidized by provider), and it without doubt, unequivocally the best mobile phone I've ever owned or held.

Even after one month I'm still thrilled that I get to find out new features that I didn't existed before. I have a Blackberry, Nokia and Galaxy Tab 7.7... and now my Note 3 does everything and I don't need to carry other phones or tablets.

Go for it!

 

[Dronak]

For a while, I've considered getting a tablet, but always found it a bit hard to justify. There's the extra cost, obviously, but the issue of carrying around multiple devices as well. The Note 3 seems to be a good compromise, something that bridges the gap between smaller phones and larger tablets by being large enough to provide a decent tablet-like experience while also being small enough to function well as a phone. As others noted, the reviews of the Note 3 have seemed to be generally positive -- it's a powerful device. And with its larger size, I'm not that interested in getting a tablet anymore. I don't use it for voice calls that much, but I don't think it's any more uncomfortable than using any other phone for me. As for sitting with the device in a pocket, that's going to depend on the person and probably their pants. For me, while I can sit with the Note 3 in my pants pocket, that's not my preference. I tend to do that only if I plan to sit for a short period of time before getting back up again. Normally I'll take it out of my pocket and put it on the table, sit it on my lap, or put it in a coat pocket (when I have a coat). As for the Nexus 5, it would probably be a good choice, but IIRC the Nexus 4 was GSM-only. I don't know if Nexus 5 specs have been released officially, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's also GSM-only. If you're on a CDMA network like Verizon or Sprint, you may not be able to get the Nexus 5. I hope this is of some help.

 

[fallenangel808]

I personally went from an iPhone 5 to a Note 3 and have absolutely no regrets doing it. I still love Apple products but I also love the functionality of this phone and all the cool things that I can do w/ it and I think I will be able to stick w/ this phone for @ least 2 years lol. I have an iPad and truthfully the only thing I use it for now is reading on my Kindle app, a few games-just because I don't want to pay for them all over again, and maps when I'm traveling just because the screen is way bigger. Other than that my iPad stays home now. If you are worried about it fitting in pockets, you have to think are you one of those who likes to wear tighter or loose jeans? Because I've known both males and females will say for them it does get in the way-but then again they are wearing a more slimmer fit/style and then there are those who have no complaints @ all. I personally like to stick my N3 in my purse and it fits perfectly w/ no bulk and it doesn't weigh my purse down. Also are you planning to use the SPen a lot or @ least more than an average user? Another thing you could do is purchase the Note 3 from Best Buy and take it for a test run. If by the 13th day you are not satisfied, then exchange it w/ their 14 day return/exchange policy. Nice thing about getting it from Best Buy is that you don't have to worry about the restocking fee.

 

[dkhmwilliams]

After a few weeks with this device, and finally getting my phone set up exactly the way I want it. I have downloaded all the apps that I need. I have a case that I like. I have unlimited LTE, talk, and text. The device is working well for me. No complaints.

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[susanoo26]

Note 3.....its not even close