Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy Note 3 4G Cell Phone - Black
Customer Rating
5
The Best Samsung Phone Ever
on October 14, 2013
Posted by: AndroidEngineer
from San Clemente, CA
Expertise:Expert
I just purchased the Note 3 yesterday and I love it! I had an original Note and swapped that for an iPhone 5; now back to the Note 3 and very happy. The screen is amazing, and it is at least twice as fast as the iPhone 5. The setup was very easy and overall stability with Android 4.3 is much better than previous versions. Sound quality is very good, internet performance is outstanding; the LTE link seems much faster than other phones I've used. It's also quite easy to use one handed even though my hands are not very large. Overall the best smartphone I've ever owned by far!
Where do I begin.... I truly do love Samsung Products... Not just because of the product, but also because of the great customer service! I am coming from the GN2 and thought I wouldn't upgrade until the GN4, but glad I decided to upgrade. I am loving the updated pen, the transparent status bar on the lock screen.
I love the ability to remove the date and time on the lock screen as well. I love that I can move apps back to SD card! I appreciate how lightweight the device is compared to the GN2. I like the slimmer design and the location of the speaker. Battery life is still awesome and I am happy with the 32gb internal memory. Being able to answer my phone and take pictures with my voice is super awesome!
I prefer to choose my own app for news and not be forced to use the one on the device... I was able to disable it on the GN2, but not on the GN3. I appreciated being able to disable apps I wasn't using on the GN2 and hope this can be fixed with the 4.4 update or updated on the GN4.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Lightweight, battery life, voice controls, transparent bar on lockscreen, updated pen, memory card, internal storage, apps to sd card, simplistic design, location of speaker
Cons: too many preloaded apps, cluttered notification bar
I got this phone a few days ago, shortly after launch. I had an iPhone 4s prior and an iPhone 3GS before that. This is such an incredible device with some amazing features. The size is not for everyone, but I absolutely love the big screen, coming from a 3.5" screen. The phone is very thin and very light. Fits in all my pockets. If you want a good large screen, nothing compares!
I don't even know where to begin. Everything about this phone is impressive. Watching movies to taking notes in a meeting. Sketchbook Pro comes with it, and it is simply amazing. I'm giving my Note 10.1 to my wife because I the Note 3 does everything better! Price isn't bad with a new contract.
I got my phone yesterday and so far I am very impressed. Build quality is superior and the functions are logically placed. There is a lot to learn for me as I am a new Android user. I have also ordered the jet black Galaxy Gear but must wait till 10/15 to collect. Must buy toy for the techies this Christmas
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Realistic color
This is my second Galaxy note, I had the original and have been hooked ever since. I have to support iPhones all day and detest the tiny little screens they have. When someone finally gets a Galaxy series it's much easier for me as Samsung has an agreement with Bomgar and I can remotely support and configure devices for our employees. I use the large screen all the time when I’m remoting into our servers or employee computers to give help when I’m on the road. My sons also love the screen so they can watch their videos when we're in the car or lying in bed trying to get them to sleep. I just can’t say enough good things about this phone and LOVE the upgrade in speed since the original. It’s also fun to control the TV with the WatchOn app. I was jealous of that app on my wife’s Note 10.1. I can’t stop recommending the Note 3 and GS4 to people; I should get commission from Samsung as often as I recommend them. My only complaint is the speaker volume on the speakerphone and quality when playing music. Using the headphone jack it's great, but maybe an upgrade on the speaker next time. I love the quality of their products. I'm actually about to buy another Samsung plasma tv. (The 50" seems too small now, horrible problem I know.) I'm also glad they used plastic casing as it makes the weight lower, it's going into a protective case anway.
Just a background, I come from an S3, Note2, and S4. So if you're familiar with the previous phones, you will not be disappointed. Samsung likes to tweak it's internal apps, touchwiz, with every major phone release and it keeps getting better and better. The phone runs smooth and cool. Battery life has been great - a bit better than my old Note2. 4K video recording has been a bonus. I also have the watch, and the sync between the watch and phone is seamless. Everything just 'works' I'm very happy with my purchase, and will recommend to anyone needing a bigger phone.