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A free scan shows the junk files, broken settings and background clutter dragging Windows down - then fixes them in one click.Free scan · Windows 10 & 11Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is officially here, finally. This marks a momentous moment for the company post the poor exit of Note 7 last year. True the new Note 8 is yet to earn its baptism from the public though things seem to shape up well enough for the phablet. Here is a low down of all that Samsung revealed of the latest Note 8.
To begin with, the Note 8 compares favorably with the S8+ save for a slightly heavier build. The looks are almost the same except that the display is that wee bit bigger (6.3-inch compared to 6.2-inch on the S8+) while the top and bottom bezels too are further restrained. The curves along the sides, while still being present, is, however, less perceptible than on the S8+. The corners too are a lot less rounded. On the whole, it is a bit more squarish and flat design, which is perhaps in tune with the basic principle of the Note series, that of aiding on-screen typing.
This directly brings the S Pen to picture. However, while the stylus largely remains unchanged, there are a few cool new software tricks introduced this time. For instance, there is the Screen Off Memo mode that gets invoked each time you pull out the stylus, enabling you to take a maximum of 100 pages of notes. The Live Message lets you send a written or drawn message, which gets recreated at the receiver’s end just as it was created by you. The S Pen will also help you translate selected texts in up to 71 languages.
Mention must also be made of the rear dual camera, a first on any Samsung device so far. Both are of 12-megapixel resolution, with one being a wide angle lens having a f/1.7 aperture. The other is a tele photo lens having an aperture of f/2.4. Both benefit from OIS, which Samsung claims to be another industry first.
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- Fully Unlocked: Fully unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US-Cellular, Cricket, Metro, etc.), both domestically and internationally.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a charger and charging cable that may be generic.
- Inspected and guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage, which is not noticeable when the device is held at arm's length.
- Successfully passed a full diagnostic test which ensures like-new functionality and removal of any prior-user personal information.
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
As for the raw specs, that again has quite some similarity with the S8+. That includes the Snapdragon 835 chip along with 64 GB of native storage though the RAM has gone up to 6 GB. Power comes from the same 3300mAh battery as in the S8+. The fingerprint sensor again is placed just beside the camera, a design feature that had evoked sharp criticism on the S8 range.
On the whole, the Note 8 comes as a modest improvement over the S8+ though the evolution is much more perceptible when compared to the Note 7. In-store presence will start beginning September 15 though pre-orders have already started. The phone is available via all the major carriers in the US. The price though is a rather steep $929.
Quick Recap
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- This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
- Successfully passed a full diagnostic test which ensures like-new functionality and removal of any prior-user personal information.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It includes either a generic or original charger and charging cable.
- Inspected and guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage, which is not noticeable when the device is held at arm's length.
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- See more, scroll less. Do more on the go with Galaxy Note8 beautifully spacious 6.3-inch QHD Super AMOLED infinity display-the possibilities are endless.
- Say it your way. Write texts, crop photos and create animated GIFs with Samsung’s most advanced S Pen to date. Notes, memos and reminders can even be written on the spot without unlocking your phone.
- Shoot like a pro. Snap professional-quality photos anyone would be proud to share with the world’s first dual camera with optical image stabilization on both lenses.
- Conquer the elements. Worry less about daily wear and tear as the Samsung Galaxy Note8 is both dust- and water-resistant, backed by an IP68 rating.*
- More power to you. The Galaxy Note8 long-lasting battery keeps you powered for those busy days, the fast wireless charger or lightning-fast USB Type-C charger has you ready to go in no time.
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- This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
- Successfully passed a full diagnostic test which ensures like-new functionality and removal of any prior-user personal information.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It includes either a generic or original charger and charging cable.
- Inspected and guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage, which is not noticeable when the device is held at arm's length.
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- Fully Unlocked: Fully unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US-Cellular, Cricket, Metro, etc.), both domestically and internationally.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a charger and charging cable that may be generic.
- Inspected and guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage, which is not noticeable when the device is held at arm's length.
- Successfully passed a full diagnostic test which ensures like-new functionality and removal of any prior-user personal information.
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
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