The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is now making .its way into the hands of eager buyers, and make no mistake this is going to be another big hit for Samsung. The Galaxy Note line is extremely popular and the latest addition Has some top-flight specs. If you’re wondering what difference this willmake to speed you May be interested in a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 vs. Note 3 vs. Note 2 boot-up speed test.
If You Have Not Yet Decided Whether to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 or Not, You might like to check out our recentchanges Note 4 review collection for some Different takes on The phablet device. Others May be Trying to Decide Whether to upgrade to the Galaxy Note 4 fromtheir Existing Earlier Note, so the YouTube video That we’ve embedded below this article Could be interesting.
The concise video shows The Three Different Note models lined up with the Note 2 on the left, the Note 3 in the middle and the Note 4 to the right. They are powered by the Exynos 4412, Snapdragon 800, and 805 Snapdragon quad-core processors respectively. The handsets are then powered up Simultaneously To See Which boots up the fastest, and there’s a clear winner as You Might expect.
We’re not giving too much away by saying That the Note 4 is definitely the fastest, although there’s not as much of a difference between the Note 3 and Note 2. It’s always good to see how newer models of popular devices improvement over previous iterations, and this Speed Test is an example of that.
Once you’ve watched the video below we’d be interested to hear your thoughts on the boot-up speed test of the Galaxy Note 4, Note 3 and Note 2 . Are you impressed by the difference in speed with the latest model, or perhaps you expected a larger gap between Them? Drop us your comments in the box below.
A new CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 milestone M11 series custom ROM OS update HAS BEEN released to the Samsung’s 2012 flagship phablet Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (SPH-L900) Sprint model.
A Samsung Galaxy Note II smartphone-cum-tablet IS DISPLAYED During The First Day of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas January 8, 2013. Reuters
The new CM11 M11 custom ROM series is based on the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) v4.4.4 KitKat OS and is said to bring Customisation options to boost device performance, new visual interface, easy access to key apps and loads of personalization options Such as –
Fix bug related to ‘switch to load app’ action while the Recent view
Fix Navigation Bar arrow keys in RTL locales
General bug fixes
Performance tweaks and many more improvements to Enhance user-experience
Prerequisites (things to remember before Installing Custom ROM)
Though Installing custom ROMs Improves the device’s performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void and They Will no longer be liable to providesunique updates in future [users Can Restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation.
This new CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 milestone version HAS to Be Installed On The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SPH-L900 (Sprint) model only; if tried on other devices, It Might Get bricked [To Check Your Device Model: Go to Settings & gt; & gt; About phone & gt; & gt; model number]
Installation of Custom ROM requires the clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by Installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery / TWRP in the smartphone.
Users makesure They have Installed the USB drivers on the PC, or else your smartphone (Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SPH-L900) will not be Recognized by the computer.
Make sure your device HAS morethan 80 Percent battery, or else there is chance of getting the smartphone temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted in the mid-way.
[ Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and Should be Performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not Followed properly, there are chances of the smart phone getting bricked or being Permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India Edition Can not Be held Responsible for any damage or Claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to Proceed with caution.]
Step-by-Step Installation Guide of CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SPH-L900:
Step 1: Download CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM (HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) up to your PC.
Step 2: Connect Samsung Galaxy Note 2 to PC via USB cord.
[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, ask surethat You Have Installed the USB driver software, if not, Click Here to download the firmware]
Step 3: Then, place the Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM zip file and Google Apps .zip file into the phone’s SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in the SD card root, not in any other folder.]
[Note: Before users' Begin Installing the Custom Software, pray surethat the device musthave rooted and ClockworkMod Recovery Installed HAS / TWRP tool.]
Step 4: Now, turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.
Step 5: Then perform the regular sortie Recovery Mode by holding the press ‘Volume (up)’, ‘Home’ and ‘Power’ buttons.
Step 6: After entering the recovery mode, clear the phone memory, by Choosing ‘wipe data / factory reset’
[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and the 'Power' button to select options, while operating under the Recovery Fashion]
Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting ‘wipe cache partition’
Step 8: Then to go back to ClockworkMod Recovery, and select ‘advanced’ and tap ‘Wipe Dalvik Cache’ [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure So THAT user will not face the boot loops or any other errors in the middle of Custom ROM Setup]
Step 9: Again come back to main recovery screen and then tap “install zip from SD card ‘
Step 10: Then tap ‘choose zip from sdcard’ and go to the Android 4.4.4 ROM .zip file in the SD card and enter the setup process. Repeat the same procedure again to Install the Google Apps. [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and the 'Power' button to select options]
Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to ‘++++ + Go Back +++++ “and re-start the device by opting ‘reboot system now’ seen in the recovery menu.
Now, your device (Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SPH-L900) Will take a few minutes to complete the booting process.
Users then head to Settings & gt; & gt; select About phone to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 custom ROM.
The Android 4.4.4 update KitKat ice ready for rollout ahead of the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop to select Samsung devices in the market. These handsets include the Samsung Galaxy S5, S4, Note 3 and Note 2. According To Breathecast, Note 3 LTE, Galaxy S4 LTE, and Note 3 Neo Will receive the update as well.
To get the latest KitKat software up and running on Those devices, users’ll have to free up 285 MB of space and Obtain a reliable Internet connection. They also need to make surethat the device is 100 percent charged.
To jumpstart the installation, a notification over OTA Will pop up, prompting the users to tap the “Download now” button to access the “Install Now “option. For a manual set-up, users Can check for “Software Updates” under Settings, and if the update Appears, Can users install it from there.
Android Origin Reports That Android 4.4.4 update KitKat victims for the S5 havebeen noticeably low despite Samsung’s promise of an all-out release. Galaxy S5 users from Verizon’ll have enjoyed the update. Meanwhile, T-Mobile HAS BEEN putting the update forward to less popular Samsung handsets like the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition.
Moreover, the site encourages users who were not part of Samsung’s initial Announcement Regarding Android 4.4.4 KitKat to patiently wait as the tech titan Might Be in the process of sorting out logical release dates for other Samsung devices, especiallywhen the S4 Mini, S4 Mini Duos, Note 2, Note 2 LTE, 2 Grand and Grand 2 Duos. Latin Mail Added That the inclusion of the “TouchWiz” UI to These devices is naturally time-Consuming.
The Android 4.4.4 KitKat update addresses bug issues and overhauls the S-Healthcare tracking support for qualified devices. Improvements on weight, sleep, stress and coach are inbuilt. Also, users are now Able to toggle the camera shutter sound on and off by navigating through the camera settings. They Can Also make emergency calls from the lockscreen via a swipe motion.
Moreover, the audio break-offs in various Bluetooth handsets Will no longer be an issue in the update. The notification panel was overpriced repaired to accurately display the number of unread emails. The caller ID was overpriced fixed to show the matching contact information. Aside from a Wider Selection of emojis made available, a refined artwork display on the lockscreen is overpriced something to fuss over.
The Android 4.4.4 update KitKat ice ready for rollout ahead of the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop to select Samsung devices in the market. These handsets include the Samsung Galaxy S5, S4, Note 3 and Note 2. According To Breathecast, Note 3 LTE, Galaxy S4 LTE, and Note 3 Neo Will receive the update as well.
To get the latest KitKat software up and running on Those devices, users’ll have to free up 285 MB of space and Obtain a reliable Internet connection. They also need to make surethat the device is 100 percent charged.
To jumpstart the installation, a notification over OTA Will pop up, prompting the users to tap the “Download now” button to access the “Install Now “option. For a manual set-up, users Can check for “Software Updates” under Settings, and if the update Appears, Can users install it from there.
Android Origin Reports That Android 4.4.4 update KitKat victims for the S5 havebeen noticeably low despite Samsung’s promise of an all-out release. Galaxy S5 users from Verizon’ll have enjoyed the update. Meanwhile, T-Mobile HAS BEEN putting the update forward to less popular Samsung handsets like the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition.
Moreover, the site encourages users who were not part of Samsung’s initial Announcement Regarding Android 4.4.4 KitKat to patiently wait as the tech titan Might Be in the process of sorting out logical release dates for other Samsung devices, especiallywhen the S4 Mini, S4 Mini Duos, Note 2, Note 2 LTE, 2 Grand and Grand 2 Duos. Latin Mail Added That the inclusion of the “TouchWiz” UI to These devices is naturally time-Consuming.
The Android 4.4.4 KitKat update addresses bug issues and overhauls the S-Healthcare tracking support for qualified devices. Improvements on weight, sleep, stress and coach are inbuilt. Also, users are now Able to toggle the camera shutter sound on and off by navigating through the camera settings. They Can Also make emergency calls from the lockscreen via a swipe motion.
Moreover, the audio break-offs in various Bluetooth handsets Will no longer be an issue in the update. The notification panel was overpriced repaired to accurately display the number of unread emails. The caller ID was overpriced fixed to show the matching contact information. Aside from a Wider Selection of emojis made available, a refined artwork display on the lockscreen is overpriced something to fuss over.
Xiaomi, the popular smartphone maker also known as China’s Apple, HAS BEEN rumored to be working on a successor to the Redmi Note, expected to be called the Redmi Note 2, for a while. Earlier this week however, a purported image of the handset’s rear panel, claen the camera module, HAS BEEN leaked online.
The successor of Redmi Note phablet, as per the leaked image by a Chinese website (via GSMArena ) That shows the upper part of the back panel sports what Seems to Be an 8-megapixel camera with flash, alongwith a microphone and an MI logo friendlyness Below the camera module.
Most notably, the 8- megapixel rear camera sensor size is Different from last month’s rumored 20-megapixel snapper. Previous rumors had Indicated the unannounced Redmi Note 2 phablet Will Be powered by MediaTek’s MT6595 octa-core processor coupled with 3GB of RAM. The chipset Might work on the big.LITTLE architecture with 4 Cortex-A17 cores (up to 2.2GHz clockspeed) and four Cortex-A7 cores (up to 1.7GHz clockspeed).
Other purported Specifications of The rumored Redmi Note’s successor include a 5.5-inch display (resolution unspecified); a 3500mAh battery; 4G LTE, and NFC support. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 is overpriced rumored to launch in four storage variants – 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB priced at $ 165, $ 215 and $ 245 respectively, while the price of the 128GB variant is not available.
While the company Might Be gearing up to launch the rumored successor to the Redmi Note globally, Mi India is yet to Provide an Actual release date for the first-generation Redmi Note for the Indian market. However, Earlier this month, Hugo Barra, Xiaomi’s Vice President of International Operations, said the Redmi Note Can Be expected to launch within the next two months.
Google’s Android Lollipop HAS Already’ve been Announced and soon enough it would be released to the public. However, it would seem That most Samsung device users are still stuck with the early version of the Android Kitkat and are still waiting on the tech company to bring it to Their Devices.
Samsung is one of the smartphone giants who are still struggling to contacting the Kitkat 4.4.4 updates to Their Customers and The process HAS BEEN slow. Most Samsung device users are still stuck with the 4.4.2 version Kitkat and with the release of Android Lollipop looming over the horizon, Samsung May Need to hurry.
Sure enough though, the company HAS BEEN Delivering the updates to the devices and in the latest updates, users with a Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy S4 Should now be Able to download the Android 4.4.4 update Kitkat. The Following Devices Should be getting the updates soon enough as well: the Galaxy Note 2, the Galaxy S3, Galaxy S4, the Galaxy S4 Active, and the Galaxy Mega.
Other handheld manufacturers like HTC, LG, and Motorola are overpriced rolling out the updates to Their smartphones before the Android Lollipop Becomes public. Users in the UK Can now get the update for Their HTC One M7 with carriers Vodafone, O2, Three, and EE. The One and Mini One Max Should be getting the update in the coming months.
G and Moto Moto X users Should overpriced pray Getting the updates now as They Should as Motorola is looking to be preparing the release the Android Lollipop update on Their Phones When it comes out.
Can you believe That The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 was released all the way back in 2012? Well it was, and since then two other devices Note definatley Appeared. We are talking about the Galaxy Note 3 and the Galaxy Note 3 Neo. In this comparison We Shall See what Exactly HAS Improved overtime with the surfacing of the newer models.
Design
The Galaxy Note 2 Measures 151.10 x 80.50 x 9:40 cm and weighs 183 gm. This makes the Note 2 the thickest device out of the three. On the other hand, the Note 3 Neo Is The Lightest of the three, with only 162.5 grams. The Neo Measures 148.4 x 77.4 x 162.5 cm while the Note 3 Measures 151.2 x 79.2 x 8.3 cm and weighs 168 grams.
Display
The Galaxy Note 2 features a 5.5 inch display Which uses a resolution of 720 x 1280 This makes the Note 2 falls behind the Galaxy Note 3 Which not only has a larger display That Measures 5.7 inches, but overpriced a Greater resolution. The Note 3 Has a popping 1080 x 1920 resolution Which results in high quality images. The Note 3 Neo has been reduced to the dimensions of the Note 2, with the 5.5 inch screen and the 720 x 1280 resolution.
Hardware and software
Let’s start with the Note 2 The oldest of the three devices, of according to GSM Arena, features the Exynos 4412 chipset. It has a quad core processing unit with a 1.6 GHz clock speed and a Mali GPU 400MP4 That Helps with the graphic side. The RAM capacity is 2 GB. Samma RAM Capacity Can Be Found in the 1.7 GHz quad core processor-packing Galaxy Note 3 Neo, Which Also features a Mali T624 GPU and an Exynos 5260 chipset. On the other hand, the Note 3 comes with a far better 1.9 GHz octa core processor Which is branded Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 and has the support of 3GB of RAM. While the Note 2 and Note 3 feature Android KitKat as Their operating system, the Note 3 Neo is still stuck at Android Jelly Bean, although Which is great, can not stop Note 3 Neo users from wondering how Their phones would look like with Android 4.4 .
Camera and Storage
You Can Boost The internal memory up to 64 GB using a microSD card for any of the three devices, but the Galaxy Note 3′s original Internal storage is bigger. The handset has 32GB of storage Whereas the other two have only 16 GB. The Note 3 comes with a 13 MP camera on the rear and a 2 MP camera on the front. The Note 3 Neo on the other hand features an 8 MP camera on the rear, just like the Note 2, and a 2 MP camera on the front, just like the Note 3 The older Note 2 comes with an 8 MP rear camera and a 1.9 MP front facing lens.
Conclusion
After Analyzing the specifications That come witheach Of These three devices, it is easy to see how the Note 3 comes with great improvements When compared to the Galaxy Note 2 Note 3 The Neo features similar specs to the Note 2, but comes with the superior KitKat Android operating system, aside from a few other hardware tweaks.
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On Amazon.com, the Note 3 is about $ 495, while the Neo Note 3 and Note 2 are about $ 410 and $ 300 respectively.
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Youtube Samsung S5 still awaits the Android 4.4.4 update Kitkat.
Owners of a Samsung Galaxy S5, S4, Note 3 or 2 Should Get Ready To Receive The Android 4.4.4 Update on Their Devices Relatively soon.
To install the the update, users’ll have to clear up 285 MB of space, definatley a secure Internet connection, and a fully charged battery.
Evidently, the update is going to roll out before the Android 5.0 update Lollipop is officially released.
Beyond the aforementioned Devices That are receiving the update, the Note 3 LTE, Galaxy S4 LTE, and Note 3 Neo Will Be Able to Download Android 4.4.4. However, other devices thatusers are looking to update whichhave not’ve been mentioned in Samsung’s announcement, are S4 Mini Duos, S4 Mini, Note 2, Note 2 LTE, Grand 2 Duos and Grand 2nd
The operating system Which is more advanced than the current 4.4.2 offers better security enhancements and bug fixes. The system enables Should overpriced aunt Downloads and makes multitasking between applications Easier.
Users Will receive a notification over OTA and Should tap on the “Download now” prompt. Users Can then select the “Install now” option. Users Can Also download the software through manual settings. One Can go to Settings and check for software updates under “Software Updates.”
Users who want more Exhaustive details Can Check The Official Android website and get the complete list of Tasks That are made possible by the new Android 4.4.4.
The current build of SlimROM Android 4.4.4 KitKat version 8.0 has been made available for SlimROM users of Galaxy Note 2 on T-Mobile. It added Slim Launcher, Smart Cover Support and more to the Galaxy phablet.
Requirements:
The first Install this ROM to the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile variant only.
second Root the Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile model, and install custom recovery Such as ClockworkMod.
third Create a manual backup all stored files and personal settings.
4th Battery Level Should be at least 70 per cent to Avoid Power Interruption During installation.
5th Enable the USB debugging mode on the Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile variant.
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6th Download and Install the Necessary USB drivers on the computer for the Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile.
7th Download the SlimROM Android 4.4.4 KitKat and the Slim Google Apps zip files on the computer.
Warning: We are not Responsible for any errors Which May Occur on the Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile variant. Read and follow the instructions to avoid damaging the device. Do this at your own risk.
Flashing Instructions:
first Connect the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile to the computer via USB connection.
second Copy and paste the SlimROM Slim and Google Apps zip files to the microSD card of the device. Do not extract any of the zip files.
third Switch off the Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile and disconnect it from the computer.
4th Reboot into Recovery mode by pressing and holding the Volume Up, Home and Power keys at the sametime.
5th In the Recovery mode, create a Nandroid backup of the current ROM by Selecting “Backup and Restore & gt; backup.” Using a “restore” will revert back the device to the saved ROM.
6th Perform a complete wipe on the device. Select “wipe data / factory reset” and “wipe cache partition” then select “advanced & gt; wipe Dalvik cache.”
7th Now install the SlimROM by Selecting “install zip from SD card & gt; choose zip from SD card & gt; select the SlimROM zip file downloaded EARLIER & gt; confirm the installation.” Follow the same process for the Slim Google Apps zip file.
8th After the installation, go back to the main menu and select “reboot system now.”
9th The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 T-Mobile will cancel reboot and May take up to five minutes before Reaching the homescreen.
Bugs and Issues Regarding the SlimROM for the Galaxy Note 2, T-Mobile, send your feedback to SlimROM official website.
The Android 4.4.4 KitKat SlimROM build version 8.0 is now available for users of the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 LTE. It requires root access and a custom recovery Such as ClockworkMod to be installed Manually.
Requirements:
first Use this custom ROM to the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 LTE model only.
second Root the Galaxy Note 2 LTE and install custom recovery Such as ClockworkMod.
third Create a manual backup all data files and system settings.
4th Battery Level Should be at least 70 per cent to Avoid Power Interruption During installation.
5th Enable the USB debugging mode on the Galaxy Note 2 LTE.
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6th Download and Install the Necessary USB drivers on the computer for the Galaxy Note 2 LTE model.
7th Download the SlimROM Android 4.4.4 KitKat and the Slim Google Apps zip files on the computer.
Warning: We are not Responsible for any errors Which May Occur on the Galaxy Note 2 LTE. Read and follow the instructions to avoid damaging the device. Do this at your own risk.
Flashing Instructions:
first Connect the Samsung Galaxy Note LTE 2 to the computer via USB cable.
second Copy and paste the SlimROM Slim and Google Apps zip files to the microSD card of the device. Do not extract any of the zip files.
third Turn off the Galaxy Note 2 LTE and disconnect it from the computer.
4th Reboot into Recovery mode by pressing and holding the Volume Up, Home and Power keys at the sametime.
5th Inside the Recovery mode, create a Nandroid backup of the current ROM by Selecting “Backup and Restore & gt; backup.” Use the “Restore” option Following the same process will revert back the device to the saved ROM.
6th Perform a complete wipe on the device by Selecting “wipe data / factory reset” and “wipe cache partition” then select “advanced & gt; wipe Dalvik cache.”
7th Install the SlimROM by Selecting “install zip from SD card & gt; choose zip from SD card & gt; select the SlimROM zip file downloaded EARLIER & gt; confirm the installation.” Use the same method to Install the Slim Google Apps zip file.
8th After the installation, go back to the main menu and select “reboot system now.”
9th The Galaxy Note 2 LTE will cancel the reboot and May take up to five minutes before Reaching the homescreen.
Bugs and Issues Regarding the SlimROM for the Galaxy Note 2 LTE send your feedback to SlimROM official website.
Samsung’s Galaxy Note 2 is what really kicked off the big-screen smartphones, and it’s still an extremely popular device. It was released in October of 2012, and at this point owners are approaching Their 2-year upgrade. Last week Google officially Announced a brand new flagship smartphone thatshould be on many of Those users radar. The Motorola-made Nexus 6 smartphone. Buyers have a lot of choices, and with the Galaxy Note 2 Showing its age, the Nexus 6 is a perfect replacement.
Now that the Nexus 6 is official and all the reports, rumors and leaks havebeen Confirmed as accurate, buyers are probably pondering if it’s worth buying. While many Note 2 owners have likely updated to the Galaxy S5, Note 3, or are eying the Note 4, Google’s new Nexus 6 is absolutely worth checking out.
Read: Nexus 6 Pre-Order Details Arrive
The Galaxy Note 2 was Announced in September of 2012, and Launched around the globe in October. That means if you bought it around launch, Or During The Holidays, your contract upgrade is available now, or coming up soon. Especially Those looking to jump on the AT & amp; Next T, Verizon, Edge, or any of the other various early upgrade program. Read on for everything you’ll want to know about the Note 2 vs the Nexus 6th
The first Galaxy Note was released in 2011 and was a massive 5.3-inch “phablet” and it officially kicked off the phablet term. It was too wide and hard to hold, but the Note 2 That Replaced it was a worthy successor thatmany people still use and enjoy today.
Samsung’s Note 2 is still a premium smartphone thatmany owners can use and enjoy for years, but with screen sizes and resolution Increasing cameras Improving, and the latest Android 5.0 update Lollipop finally here sometime could be looking to switch. Not to mention the Note 2 May be approaching That 18 month update window, where it will not see Android 5.0 Lollipop.
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The Galaxy Note 2 offers a large HD display and plenty of premium features, but like all things, a replacement ice Eventually going to arrive. And while we can not predict a users wants, needs, preference or even budget, below we’ll rundown a few key details you’ll Need to Know About the Nexus 6 before considering the switch.
Display
The biggest difference between These two phones at First Glance will ask the display, and we’re not talking about the screen size. While the Size is important, it’s the resolution here thatwill be a killer, and make you want to switch. Android smartphones have Continued to get bigger and bigger, a trendswhich was kicked into full gear by Samsung. The new Motorola Nexus 6 is The Biggest Nexus device yet. So much in fact That it has turned off many potential buyers simply Nexus Because it May be too big.
That being said, each user has different needs and wants, and this is what Google felt was best moving forward . Giving users more space to do What they want with Android 5.0 Lollipop and the 5.96-inch display on the Nexus 6 However, thats huge screen is a quad-HD screen with a 2560 x 1440 2K resolution display. Meaning it has tons of pixels, and pictures and video will simply look stunning.
Yes, the Nexus 6 has nearly a 6-inch screen, Which is quite big compared to the 5-inch screen on the Galaxy S4. It’s even bigger than the Galaxy Note 4 or iPhone 6 Plus. This is a Nexus phablet.
This May be the biggest concern for buyers. The Galaxy Note 2 only has a 5.5-inch 1280 x 720p HD display. It’s still big and easy to see, but has a rather low and outdated 720p resolution. The big size of the Nexus 6 might be a bit much for some, but it’s barely bigger than the Physically Note 2, yet will look leaps and bounds better. Quad-HD means it has four times the pixels of regular screens. So Keep That in Mind.
Below is a quick comparison between someother large devices recently released. Showing it’s size compared to the Note 4 and iPhone 6 Plus, meaning it’s certainly bigger than the Galaxy Note 2, but not by much.
This is a big phone. A “phablet” in every sense of the word.
Samsung’s known for having some of the best displays on the market, but the Galaxy Note 2 technology is just getting old, and a 720p resolution has no business being on a 5.5-inch or bigger PHONE IN 2014 If you update to the Nexus 6 (or Note 4) You’ll be amazed at how wonderful everything looks.
Design
Another Important difference will be the design and build quality. The Note 2 The Last was all plastic and rather cheap looking Galaxy device released, and it will not look nearly as premium as the Nexus 6 The Note 2 is all plastic, and does not look or feel all that pleasing. Previous Nexus devices havebeen built of plastic too, rather lightweight, and not the most durable or attractive looking devices. The new Nexus 6 has a few big changes thatwill make it stand out. For one, it comes in a beautiful blue or white color, and is wrapped in a brushed aluminum ring for added durability, protection, and styling.
Both phones are pretty thick too, but the subtle curves of the Nexus 6 Make the 10mm thickness feel extremely thin as it curves to a sleek edge on the sides. It will look thinner, thinner and feel while holding. The Note 2 will feel like a brick in comparison. Another key aspect of the design is front facing speakers, just like the Nexus 9 and the HTC One M8, the Moto Nexus 6 has dual front facing speakers. One integrated into the earpiece up top, and another below the on-screen keys down below. This Should husband sounds much improved, especially compared to the Galaxy Note II Which has a single, small speaker on the back facing the wrong direction.
That aside, the Galaxy Note 2 is still a decent phone. It’s somewhat thin, lightweight, but made of all plastic. It does have an aluminum-looking ring around the sides like the Nexus 6, but That too is made of plastic. It’s more for looks than durability and design.
Do not get us wrong. The Note 2 was a great device, but it’s just starting to show its age. The camera can not keep up, the screen does not look nearly as good as even mid-range devices released last year, and by now that battery probably is not lasting all that long. The Nexus 6 promises great battery life, something all smartphone users can get behind.
Release Date
So When can you get one? Soon. After reading the above information you probably want one, so here’s what we know. It was Announced October 15th, pre-orders go live on the 29th, and it Should be available in early November from all major U.S. carriers.
The Nexus 6 is going to be available on AT & amp; T, T-Mobile, Sprint, U.S. Cellular and … Verizon. Yes, all five major U.S. carriers will sacrifice the Nexus 6, Which is a first for any Nexus device. The same can be said about the Note 2, Which is available on most carriers, even smaller ones the Nexus 6 I will not be. That could be an issue for some, but most use the five major carriers, and the Nexus 6 Will be a worthy upgrade When it arrives early next month.
T-Mobile states the Nexus 6 Will be available on its shelves come November 12th, and we saw pre-order pages on AT & amp; T Accidentally go live early too. While we can not confirm any other dates, it’s highly plausible Most U.S. carriers will sacrifice it come November 12th, if not slightly before or after. This means the Nexus 6 will be here next month, right in time for 18 or 24 month update window offered by carriers. Especially for the two year old Note the second
Read: Nexus 6 Release Date Breakdown
A completely unlocked Nexus 6 Will be sold from the Google Play Store , possibly a few days ahead of carriers, but it’s too early to tell. We’ll know more in the coming weeks as the Nexus 6 release date approaches.
This all said, the Note 2 is also available for huge discounts now that the Note 3 and Note 4 definatley Replaced it. You probably can not buy one in stores these days, but this is more geared for Those looking to update, rather than Comparing The Two. I mean, we Already Know the Nexus 6 is the better phone.
Specs
The Nexus 6 is the biggest, fastest, and best Nexus smartphone to date. It’s also huge. It has all the top-tier specs users come to expect, rather than slightly undercutting the competition and offering a lower price. It’s on par with the Note 4, Galaxy S5, and all other Manufactures thisyear, if not beating many in multiple key areas. This means it’s certainly a HUGE upgrade over the aging Note 2 from the 2012th While the specs are not everything, some like the cold hard numbers, so here they are.
Nexus 6 Specs
5.96-inch 2560 x 1440 Quad HD Display
2.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor 805 with 3GB of RAM
32GB / 64GB internal storage
Android 5.0 Lollipop (64-bit support)
13 Megapixel camera with OIS, 2 MP front camera (4k video capture)
Dual Ring Flash similar to Moto X
Dual front-facing speakers
Aluminum frame around device like the new Moto X 2014
3,220 mAh battery
Galaxy Note 2 Specs
5.5-inch 1280 x 720p HD display
1.6 GHz Samsung Exynos Quad core with 2GB of RAM
16 / 32GB storage and micro-SD support
Android 4.4.2 KitKat (Probably will not see Android 5.0)
8 megapixel rear and 1.9 front cameras
S-Pen stylus for content creation
3100 mAh battery
Obviously the Nexus 6 is the better device, but it beats it in key areas a user will want. Those being a bigger better HD display, improved battery life, the latest features with Android 5.0 Lollipop, and a quality 13 megapixel camera. The only thing the Note 2 still has going for it is the S-Pen.
Again, most manufacturers promise (and agree with Google) on an 18 month update window. Meaning the device will see updates for 18 months. The Note 2 That is past, and is still on Android 4.4.2 KitKat. It has not seen updates to Android 4.4.4 KitKat (but might) and will probably never officially be updated to Android 5.0 Lollipop. That is another major thing you’ll want to Consider.
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Last but certainly not least is the price. Samsung’s devices have always been expensive, but buyers usually get them on contract and pay $ 199 This is somethingthat willalso be available for the Nexus 6 for the first time in Nexus history, so the price Should not be a huge concern; but is worth addressing function. If you’re looking to update with the 2-year window this will not matter, but if you want to buy off contract, Be prepared to spend a pretty penny.
Google’s Nexus 6 is $ 649 for The 32GB version and $ 699 for the 64GB model. There is no micro-SD slot. This is expensive, but it’s cheaper than the smaller Samsung Galaxy Note 4 that was released EARLIER this month. Meaning it’s expensive for a Nexus, but still undercuts larger devices of this caliber, making it a pretty good deal and worth looking at over-the-Note 4th
You could probably get the Note 2 for under $ 300 refurbished or used, and some carriers May have it for $ 49 on contract, but at this point There’s absolutely no reason to take that route. Again, this is For Those with a Note 2 looking to upgrade, but figured that was worth a quick mention.
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All said and done, most buyers are used to spending $ 199 or so on- Contract, Which is what we’re assuming the Nexus 6 will cost. So if you ‘re looking for an impressive big new phone, one with all the bells and whistles thatwill make you put away that old Note 2, the Nexus 6 May be a great choice if You Have not Already Bought the Galaxy Note 4 .
Can you believe That The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 was released all the way back in 2012? Well it was, and since then two other Note devices have appeared. We are talking about the Galaxy Note 3 and the Galaxy Note 3 Neo. In this comparison we shall see what exactly has improved over time with the surfacing of the newer models.
Design
The Galaxy Note 2 Measures 151.10 x 80.50 x 9:40 cm and weighs 183 grams. This makes the Note 2 the thickest device out of the three. On the other hand, the Note 3 Neo Is The Lightest of the three, with only 162.5 grams. The Neo Measures 148.4 x 77.4 x 162.5 cm while the Note 3 Measures 151.2 x 79.2 x 8.3 cm and weighs 168 grams.
Display
The Galaxy Note 2 features a 5.5 inch display Which uses a resolution of 720 x 1280 This makes the Note 2 falls behind the Galaxy Note 3 Which not only has a larger display That Measures 5.7 inches, but overpriced a Greater resolution. The Note 3 has a popping 1080 x 1920 resolution Which results in high quality images. The Note 3 Neo has been reduced to the dimensions of the Note 2, with the 5.5 inch screen and the 720 x 1280 resolution.
Hardware and software
Let’s start with the Note 2 The oldest of the three devices, of according to GSM Arena, features the Exynos 4412 chipset. It has a quad core processing unit with a 1.6 GHz clockspeed and a Mali GPU 400MP4 That Helps With The graphic side. The RAM capacity is 2 GB. The same RAM capacity can be found in the 1.7 GHz quad-core processor-packing Galaxy Note 3 Neo, Which Also features a Mali T624 GPU and an Exynos 5260 chipset. On the other hand, the Note 3 comes with a far better 1.9 GHz octa core processor Which is branded Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 and has the support of 3GB of RAM. While the Note 2 and Note 3 feature Android KitKat as Their operating system, the Note 3 Neo is still stuck at Android Jelly Bean, although Which is great, can not stop Note 3 Neo users from wondering how Their phones would look like with Android 4.4 .
Camera and Storage
You Can Boost The internal memory up to 64 GB using a microSD card for any of the three devices, but the Galaxy Note 3′s original Internal storage is bigger. The handset has 32GB of storage Whereas the other two have only 16 GB. The Note 3 comes with a 13 MP camera on the rear and a 2 MP camera on the front. The Note 3 Neo on the other hand features an 8 MP camera on the rear, just like the Note 2, and a 2 MP camera on the front, just like the Note 3 The older Note 2 comes with an 8 MP rear camera and a 1.9 MP front facing lens.
Conclusion
After Analyzing the specifications That come witheach Of These three devices, it is easy to see how the Note 3 comes with great improvements When compared to the Galaxy Note 2 Note 3 The Neo features similar specs to the Note 2, but comes with the superior KitKat Android operating system, aside from a few other hardware tweaks.
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On Amazon.com, the Note 3 is about $ 495, while the Neo Note 3 and Note 2 are about $ 410 and $ 300 respectively.
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The T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition LTE Should get an update to Android 4.4.4 KitKat anytime now, if it has not alreadycreated .
The LTE version of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition tablet on T-Mobile’s network is in for a neat treat, as Android 4.4.4 KitKat has started to roll out for the device and Should’ve become available very soon.
Google Recently Launched its very latest Android 5.0 Lollipop, but it will take a while for this version to hit Wider availability. For now, the latest Android iteration Launched with The New Nexus 6, 9, Nexus, and Nexus Player, and it will soon start its journey to other devices. The Nexus family will be the first in line, as expected, Followed by the Google Play Edition (GPE) lineup.
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The Rest of the devices out there on the market, non-Nexus and non-GPE, willhave to wait a bit longer to get the latest version of Android, but it does not mean That other software treats are not in store for some of them. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE on T-Mobile is not getting the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop, but version 4.4.4 Should brign notable improvements nonetheless.
The new upgrade will bump the software version from Android 4.4.2 to Android 4.4.4 KitKat, Bringing the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 to version P607TUVUANI1. According To Samsung’s support page, the Android 4.4.4 update started rolling out on Friday, Sept. 17 This Means That If you have not received it already, it Should not be long Until you do.
In an intriguing twist, the LTE version of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 is getting the Android 4.4 .4 KitKat update before its Wi-Fi counterpart, Which is utterly uncommon for the U.S. Carriers usually release updates to the Wi-Fi-only versions of devices first, and only a good while later the LTE models get the same treat.
Neither T-Mobile nor Samsung have any Listed official changelog for this new update, but it Should include the typical suite of bug fixes and enhancements Android 4.4.4 KitKat has to bring to the table.
If you have a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet on T-Mobile and you have not received the latest update to Android 4.4.4 KitKat yet, you can always Manually check for the upgrade’s availability. To do so, access your tablet’s Settings & gt; General & gt; About Device & gt; Software Update.
As always, the upgrade rolls out in phases, That Which means it can take a little while to reach all devices.
If You Have Already Received the update, drop by our comment section below and let us know how it fares.
After Google EARLIER Announced That the Android 5.0 Lollipop will finally reach the public soon, a lot of Samsung users are wondering When Their devices will finally start receiving the update.
According To Reports, the first devices to carry the latest Android operating system will be the upcoming Nexus phablet 6 and 9 Nexus Tablet from Google. These devices will be released sometime in November.
Then, the other devices in the Nexus line will be given an OS update as well. CNet Mentioned That Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7, and Nexus 10 will experience the Android 5.0 update Lollipop “in the coming weeks.”
But when will Samsung smartphones get updated? GottaBe Mobile reported That the South Korean consumer and tech fire had not confirmed its plans to update Their devices to Android 5.0 Lollipop soon.
It is expected That most of its 2014 releases will possibly be compatible with the updates, Such as its flagship smartphones Galaxy S5 and the recently released Galaxy Note 4 However, it is overpriced possible to find the last-generation Releases Such As The Galaxy S4 as well as the Galaxy Note is the third
However, EARLIER rumors posted on SamMobile last month Mentioned That Samsung’s flagship phones will get the Android 5.0 update Lollipop before the year ends. The article saidthat bothering Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Note 4 ‘should get the Android L update by the end of November / early December – it’s not clear When Google will make the new version available for the Nexus devices, but based on our info Samsung Should be pretty quick at Adapting it for its own devices. “
Yesterday, a leaked document showing Samsung’s roll-out schedule for Android 4.4.4 KitKat update for some of its smartphones had been reported. If The Document Proves to be true, it means That the tech giant will still be busy updating Their devices to the previous OS version Until November. It would probably take more time before the Android 5.0 update Lollipop Will be rolled-out by the company.
Still, Samsung is notorious for being late in delivering updates, so it Should not come as a surprise to users if the updates do not arrive on time.
Prolific custom mobile firmware developers, the CyanogenMod team has rolled-out a new Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 milestone series OS update to Samsung’s 2012 flagship phablet Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GSM (GT-N7100) 3G model.
A Samsung Galaxy Note II smartphone-cum-tablet IS DISPLAYED During The First Day of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas January 8, 2013. Reuters
The new CM11 M11 Custom ROM series is based on the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) KitKat v4.4.4 OS and is said to bring Customisation options to boost device performance, new visual interface, easy access to key apps and loads of personalization options Such as –
Fix signal strength showing ’2147483647′ on Certain devices
Frameworks & amp; Core Apps: CAF and other upstream updates
Lockscreen: Do not play sounds while a phone call is active and MSIM updates
Frameworks: Add base and MSIM APIs for SEEK (Secure Element Evaluation Kit) support
Frameworks: Fix volume button changing two ‘steps’ per click
Performance tweaks and many more Improvements to Enhance user-experience
Prerequisites (things to remember before installing Custom ROM)
Though installing custom ROMs Improves the device’s performance and UI experiences, it makes the company Warranty void And they will no longer be liable to Provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for the custom ROM installation. [ Also Read : How to Root Samsung Galaxy Note N1700 2 with Android v4.4.2 KitKat via CF-Auto-Root Tool]
This new CyanogenMod Android 4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 milestone version has to be installed on the Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2 3G model (with Exynos chipset) only; if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings & gt; & gt; About phone & gt; & gt; model number]
Installation of Custom ROM requires the clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery / TWRP in the smartphone.
Users makesure They have installed the USB drivers on the PC, or else your smartphone (Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2) I will not be Recognized by the computer.
Make sure your device has more than 80 percent battery, or else there is chance of getting the smartphone temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted in the mid-way.
[ Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and Should be Performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not Followed properly, there are chances of the smart phone getting bricked or being Permanently irreparable. International Business Times, India Edition Can not be held Responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to Proceed with caution.]
Step-by-Step Installation Guide of CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2:
Step 1: Download CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM (HERE) and Google Apps (HERE) in to your PC.
Step 2: Connect Samsung Galaxy Note 2 to PC via USB cord.
[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, ask surethat you have installed the USB driver software, IF NOT, CLICK HERE to download the firmware]
Step 3: Then, place the Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM zip file and Google Apps zip file into the phone’s SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the zip file in the SD card root, not in any other folder.]
[Note: Before users' begin installing the Custom Software, ask surethat the device must have rooted and has ClockworkMod Recovery installed / TWRP tool.]
Step 4: Now, turn off the device and disconnect from the PC.
Step 5: Then perform the regular sortie Recovery Mode by holding the press ‘Volume (up)’, ‘Home’ and ‘Power’ buttons.
Step 6: After entering the recovery mode, clear the phone memory, by Choosing ‘wipe data / factory reset’
[Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options, while operating under the Recovery Mode]
Step 7: Now, clear the cache memory by Selecting ‘wipe cache partition’
Step 8: Then to go back to ClockworkMod Recovery, and select ‘advanced’ and tap ‘Wipe Dalvik Cache’ [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure So THAT user will not face the boot loops or any other errors in the middle of Custom ROM Setup]
Step 9: Again come back to main recovery screen and then tap ‘Install zip from SD card’
Step 10: Then tap ‘choose zip from sdcard’ and go to the Android 4.4.4 ROM zip file in the SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure again to install the Google Apps. [Note: use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options]
Step 11: Once done with the installation process, navigate to ‘++++ + Go Back +++++ ‘and re-start the device by opting’ reboot system now ‘Seen in the recovery menu.
Now, your device (Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7100) will take a few minutes to complete The booting process.
Users then head to Settings & gt; & gt; select About Phone to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android v4.4.4 KitKat CM11 M11 Custom ROM.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is the newest flagship device from Samsung, and it will of course find an opponent into Apple’s iPhone 6, Which Came Out Recently . However, today’s market is a prosper Environment for more brands than ever, Therefore the two have another threat to worry about, namely the Xiaomi Redmi second
Xiaomi and Other Chinese brands are making thing Tough Samsung Which is Still struggling with the sales rough patch it here a while back. Its stocks have Declined by 15% as a result of the investors not feeling comfortable with the situation. Samsung has been failing to come up with its Q3 profit, as 60% of the company’s sales come from the mobile phone segment.
With the competition between Apple and Samsung toning down for the time being, the new kid Xiaomi gets more attention and recognition as a worthy opponent. The design chief from Apple, Jony Ive made it known During The Vinity Tech Fair That Apple Does not Approve of Xiaomi copying its design to the point where it is Recognized As The Apple of China. In his opinion, what Xiaomi is doing is being lazy, as it is theft.
Xiaomi solar Their Redmi handset into 100,000 units. The device was gone just a few minutes after the sales kicked off on Flipkart. Now, Xiaomi has the Redmi Note 2 Which Has its specs leaked through Weibo. The leak Consists of pictures and it makes it seems like the device will have a 5.5 inch screen combined with 26 GB of RAM, 13 MP camera and a Snapdragon SoC 615 running on a 64-bit architecture.
While fans are waiting for the device to be released, the Galaxy Note 4 from Samsung and the iPhone 6 from Apple are still at Battle for the smartphone crown for Best Device of the Year. Samsung’s flagship phablet comes with a quad HD display That hydrothermal during the AMOLED technology at a 2560 x 1440 resolution. Apple’s iPhone 6 Plus on the other hand comes with a 1920 x 1080 resolution Which fits on a 5.5 inch display. The processing power is the wrist by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 805, Which is a quad core unit clocked at 1.4 Hz. The Note 4′s clockspeed is 2.7 GHz. The processor within the new iPhone 6 Plus is none other than Apple’s new A8 chip Which features two cores.
Android 4.4.4 update for Galaxy devices kontentcafe blog
An internal Samsung document has been leaked revealing the Android 4.4.4 update status for a number of Galaxy smartphone models.
While Google is prepping up for its next major Android release, a number of Samsung’s high-end smartphones are still running the older software KitKat and are yet to receive the latest version.
Although Samsung has not shared any update the plan so far, a leaked roadmap from Samsung, shared by senior XDA member-gentr via Gforgames, shows Details About the update availability.
The roadmap includes a total of 13 Galaxy models Such as the Galaxy S5 (SM G900i and SM G900F), Note 3, Galaxy Note 3 LTE, Galaxy S4 Galaxy S4 LTE , Galaxy Note 3 Neo, Galaxy Mini Duos S4, S4 Mini, Galaxy Grand 2, Grand 2 Duos, Galaxy Note 2 and Note 2 LTE.
If the leak is to be trusted, then most of the aforementioned devices will receive the Android 4.4.4 (with build number KTU84P) During the October and November time frame.
The roadmap, revealing update breakdown further, shows the update for the Galaxy S5 Galaxy Note 3 and Its LTE version has Already been completed and the roll-out will start this month. The update is going through the final testing phase for the Galaxy S4, S4 LTE and Galaxy Note 3 Neo, Which Will receive the update in November.
However, the status shows pending for rest of the devices but the role -out has been slated for November.
