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Hey guys I've had my Galaxy S II for 2 months and just returned it to Amazon because it had some.scratches and because of a dead pixel (also because of.no warrenty in US-which isn't that big of a deal for me). Anyways, wondering if I should get the white unlocked one or an AT&T version for 200 dollars on contract. I'm leaning towards the unlocked white because :
1. It looks badass
2. It will have resell value if I get the Nexus Prime and want to return it
Normally I don't ask others for opinions but I'm just curious to hear some of your guys thoughts on this. Thanks in advance
I can't help you because that's the same exact thing I'm debating.
Not gonna lie, the white one does look awesome. Look here for the differences between the two models: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1308155
But personally, if I had that much cash to spend on a phone, I'd get the Samsung Galaxy Note.
Just a reminder that FM Radio is absent in ATT version and if you care for FM, then opt out from ATT version!
vineethrp said:
Just a reminder that FM Radio is absent in ATT version and if you care for FM, then opt out from ATT version!
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...No, we have the chip but it's not activated. Do your research first.
I have both, and I gave the white one to my GF (she loves it). I love the white but the chrome ring looks cheesy compared to the black version, which has a dark gunmetal colored ring. Also, i prefer the 4 soft keys over the physical key of the international version.
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...No, we have the chip but it's not activated. Do your research first.
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Okay I keep hearing different things in regards to the FM Radio. Some people say it's completely absent in the AT&T version and others are saying that it's there just deactivated through firmware. Can you confirm that the chip is actually there?
I was going to get white from bell Canada but decided to wait and spend the 650 on a 2012 model then sell the att gs2.
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I have both, and I gave the white one to my GF (she loves it). I love the white but the chrome ring looks cheesy compared to the black version, which has a dark gunmetal colored ring. Also, i prefer the 4 soft keys over the physical key of the international version.
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So the international white on works on at&t 4G, all the same frequencies?
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I'm in the same spot as you except I can still return my GS2 for a refund. Thing is even if I get a refund, my AT&T plan has already been changed to Smartphone (from iPhone) so would they now roll me back and remove unlimited? I could just eBay the phone but I've had bad experiences on there with thieves trying to do chargebacks two months after receiving the product.
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I'm in the same spot as you except I can still return my GS2 for a refund. Thing is even if I get a refund, my AT&T plan has already been changed to Smartphone (from iPhone) so would they now roll me back and remove unlimited? I could just eBay the phone but I've had bad experiences on there with thieves trying to do chargebacks two months after receiving the product.
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Thieves trying to do chargebacks? What do you mean? I'm about to sell a phone on eBay. Do you mean after they received it, 2 months later they try to get their money back on Paypal?
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...No, we have the chip but it's not activated. Do your research first.
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If you see entropy's kernel, he has initially tried to add the kernel module for FM and it was spitting out errors and the errors were pointing to kinda 'no device found'. He ultimately removed this from the kernel.
There are other thread in this forum which details the stressed effort from our members contacting both samsung and ATT about this and samsung finally mentioned that ATT version has only internet radio. ATT has even taken this from their site. Details are here in this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285486&page=6
Just to let you know, I have done my research before posting this
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So the international white on works on at&t 4G, all the same frequencies?
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Yep, works flawlessly
Imported this bad boy to the US, but with Nokia releasing new updates, will they ever reach the US? I have a feeling that it may never be rolled out here... If so are there any other alternatives to update?
(It is unlocked/unbranded and ordered from Handtec)
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Imported this bad boy to the US, but with Nokia releasing new updates, will they ever reach the US? I have a feeling that it may never be rolled out here... If so are there any other alternatives to update?
(It is unlocked/unbranded and ordered from Handtec)
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Did you get to avoid paying VAT on your purchase?
I'm pretty sure the update isn't rolled out by region, more like IMEI groups.
Isn't Market Place done by region your account is registered to? Maybe updates are the same?
You could also try conencting via a VPN in a region where it's released, see if it picks up an update?
I've had two updates so far, so would of thought most people would have had atleast one?
I did get to avoid VAT I'll check again tonight as another update was released. I just haven't received any messages telling me to update. Thanks for the info!
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I did get to avoid VAT I'll check again tonight as another update was released. I just haven't received any messages telling me to update. Thanks for the info!
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Then that's a really good price for it!
I really want this phone, but need to be sure that Internet Sharing will be enabled first, or it's a waste of my money.
Hey, keep us posted would you? I'm getting mine this Monday from Amazon and curious to see if Zune will detect the update in Burbank, Ca.
Need WiFi tethering as I use for my Kindle Touch WiFi, but it's not a deal breaker.
Also, one or two people have posted some anomalies with the update concerning the battery indicator. ..
Hey halfnelson.. does the phone accept your AT&T GSM SIM card as it is or did you have to cut it to a lesser size to fit?
Someone on O2 in Europe wrote they had to cut theirs?
The Lumia uses a microSIM, so yes it would need cutting (unless you had one already, of course).
I trimmed down my GIffgaff one no problem.
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Hey halfnelson.. does the phone accept your AT&T GSM SIM card as it is or did you have to cut it to a lesser size to fit?
Someone on O2 in Europe wrote they had to cut theirs?
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It did accept my regular sim after I cut it. Be sure to do it correctly, or else the contacts won't match up
I researched it and decided to wuss and shell out the $20 for a T-Mobile micro sim.. Will phone activate when I get the phone Monday. Failed too many shop and craft classes to trust myself cutting.
Hey any news on your update?
I've got another ? for the OP.
The website you bought from, with the best price I've seen, does not specific the WCMDA/HSPA bandwidths to differentiate if it's the quad-band or one of the two different tri-bands. Which carrier are you using here in the US and is the 3G fully functioning for you?
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I've got another ? for the OP.
The website you bought from, with the best price I've seen, does not specific the WCMDA/HSPA bandwidths to differentiate if it's the quad-band or one of the two different tri-bands. Which carrier are you using here in the US and is the 3G fully functioning for you?
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I'm on Att and get fully functioning HSPA+. it uses the 850/900/1900/2100 bands for 3g/HSPA+.
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I'm on Att and get fully functioning HSPA+. it uses the 850/900/1900/2100 bands for 3g/HSPA+.
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This is good to know, cuz the product page doesn't list them. I spent waaaay too long last night looking for a UK site that sells quad-band HSPA. Have it narrowed down to two, thanks to your confirmation here.
I'm kinda keen on the cyan.
Although many sites say they don't have the right bands, all the lumia devices have the bands I said above.
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Although many sites say they don't have the right bands, all the lumia devices have the bands I said above.
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Pull the sim tray out and look at the model number.. will be RM-801 or something... what model do you have?
One Update Came Through - T-Mobile USA
So I have..
OS: 7.10.7740.16
Firmware: 1600.2475.7720.11414
But I am only getting Edge Data.
Have Hard Reset and I'm hoping that this is just a new SIM getting onto the system (customer service warned me to allow 2 hrs for full services)
Otherwise could be a deal breaker.
Hoping not; a chap at the TMobile store in Burbank where I live said another customer came in with the same phone bragging away on it so hope this is just a temp thing..
Beautiful device though!!
The Lumia doesn't do AWS, EDGE is the best you'll get from T-Mobile US.
Yep; I found that out... Hopefully AT&T will buy out T-Mobile..
apollo15rover said:
Yep; I found that out... Hopefully AT&T will buy out T-Mobile..
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Hopefully AT&T won't be able to buy T-Mobile. Talk about market concentration and increased rates. The acquisition doesn't mean that tmo phones will magically start working. The changes you'd hope to see would not be immediate.
Quick question...is the last update, the one that went out to the international Note with the adjusted keyboard option to one side or the other and the lockscreen changes a few weeks back, already installed on the forthcoming ATT Note? Curiously it seems that none of the reviews of late mention it as some still complain about stretching the thumb all the way across the screen to type without being able to adjust the keyboard. Thanks.
My guess would be no, but the minute you install Kies, or try an OTA update via wi-fi, it will show up.
I got my international note on Dec 23, the minute I connected there was 1 update available, and two weeks later another update which brought it to LA4, 2.3.6
These things probably have a 1 month or more window from production, shipping to, then arrival at a store.
I work on photocopiers, and the serial numbers have the build dates, and even though these things weigh 500 pounds or more, they have a 3-6 month window from production, to us unboxing them in our office. Most of the time, they are one version of firmware out of date.
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My guess would be no, but the minute you install Kies, or try an OTA update via wi-fi, it will show up.
I got my international note on Dec 23, the minute I connected there was 1 update available, and two weeks later another update which brought it to LA4, 2.3.6
These things probably have a 1 month or more window from production, shipping to, then arrival at a store.
I work on photocopiers, and the serial numbers have the build dates, and even though these things weigh 500 pounds or more, they have a 3-6 month window from production, to us unboxing them in our office. Most of the time, they are one version of firmware out of date.
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Thanks p51. I can't wait to get my hands on this beast.
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My guess would be no, but the minute you install Kies, or try an OTA update via wi-fi, it will show up.
I got my international note on Dec 23, the minute I connected there was 1 update available, and two weeks later another update which brought it to LA4, 2.3.6
These things probably have a 1 month or more window from production, shipping to, then arrival at a store.
I work on photocopiers, and the serial numbers have the build dates, and even though these things weigh 500 pounds or more, they have a 3-6 month window from production, to us unboxing them in our office. Most of the time, they are one version of firmware out of date.
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International and AT&T have separate/different firmware release schedule and different firmwares as well. So, don't expect to see a firmware already there wait for you to update. It never happened on any AT&T devices.
Even though Samsung will frequently update firmware on international version, not so on AT&T version. First of all, AT&T has to request an updated firmware from Samsung. Without AT&T's request, Samsung can't do anything about it. Then, it takes couple months for AT&T test the updated firmware before OKed for release. Then, AT&T has to agree on a date for the release. Let's say GNote 2 or GS3 is about to be released on AT&T, the update for current Note will be delayed until the new phones are out of door.
I won't expect any update on AT&T Note until summer at the earliest unless some serious bug is found.
Got my i717M yesterday. It's running LA2. I have not come across any options for the updated keyboard.
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International and AT&T have separate/different firmware release schedule and different firmwares as well. So, don't expect to see a firmware already there wait for you to update. It never happened on any AT&T devices.
Even though Samsung will frequently update firmware on international version, not so on AT&T version. First of all, AT&T has to request an updated firmware from Samsung. Without AT&T's request, Samsung can't do anything about it. Then, it takes couple months for AT&T test the updated firmware before OKed for release. Then, AT&T has to agree on a date for the release. Let's say GNote 2 or GS3 is about to be released on AT&T, the update for current Note will be delayed until the new phones are out of door.
I won't expect any update on AT&T Note until summer at the earliest unless some serious bug is found.
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+1. All updates to the ATT version must be approved by ATT. No such bottleneck for our version. Not to mention DBT seems to be on the ball.
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True, IF any at&t note gets an update, consider yourself lucky
A carrier rom is usually the LAST one to get an update (except for iJunk).
Plus, please use caution and if you look for a rom not from a carrier, don't
try installing a rom made for an international (GT-N7000) to an at&t (SGH-i717)
and vice versa. Guarantee you'll brick it.
foxbat121 said:
International and AT&T have separate/different firmware release schedule and different firmwares as well. So, don't expect to see a firmware already there wait for you to update. It never happened on any AT&T devices.
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Yep, that's the version I have, CSC says DBT
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+1. All updates to the ATT version must be approved by ATT. No such bottleneck for our version. Not to mention DBT seems to be on the ball.
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I wasn't aware of the keyboard adjustment, it sounds like the perfect fix for those of us that are under 6'4" and paw challenged. Shame the carriers are so timid regarding upgrades, but this keyboard fix is a need market app developers should quickly supply. That will make waiting for the big boys to bring goodies like CM9 a little more bearable. : )
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p51d007 said:
True, IF any at&t note gets an update, consider yourself lucky
A carrier rom is usually the LAST one to get an update (except for iJunk).
Plus, please use caution and if you look for a rom not from a carrier, don't
try installing a rom made for an international (GT-N7000) to an at&t (SGH-i717)
and vice versa. Guarantee you'll brick it.
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Thanks for that info! Being a longtime iPhone user without much Android experience, it helps to know things like this.
planoman said:
+1. All updates to the ATT version must be approved by ATT. No such bottleneck for our version. Not to mention DBT seems to be on the ball.
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Gotcha. Thanks Planoman...from McKinneyMan
txtigah said:
Gotcha. Thanks Planoman...from McKinneyMan
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Cool! Lots of us Texans on the LTE phone threads. Down in San Antonio today and LTE is rocking! Did you order the GNote? If so,not much longer now! Just saw an article on the GNote in USA today. You will love it!
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So I'm guessing that means the LTE variant won't have the Evernote sync option from S Memo yet? Can any Canadian users confirm?
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I wasn't aware of the keyboard adjustment, it sounds like the perfect fix for those of us that are under 6'4" and paw challenged. Shame the carriers are so timid regarding upgrades, but this keyboard fix is a need market app developers should quickly supply. That will make waiting for the big boys to bring goodies like CM9 a little more bearable. : )
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I have Thumb Keyboard from the market that I use on my 10.1 tab and it works beautifully by being able to move keyboard, split it, etc. I did notice it has a setting for 5" phone/tablet. Looking forward to seeing if it works on Note...and how well.
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I have Thumb Keyboard from the market that I use on my 10.1 tab and it works beautifully by being able to move keyboard, split it, etc. I did notice it has a setting for 5" phone/tablet. Looking forward to seeing if it works on Note...and how well.
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I have the one handed option on LA4 firmware. I do not use it as I think the GNote works well with 2 hands. I will take a screen shot later and post so you can see it.
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planoman said:
Cool! Lots of us Texans on the LTE phone threads. Down in San Antonio today and LTE is rocking! Did you order the GNote? If so,not much longer now! Just saw an article on the GNote in USA today. You will love it!
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Great news on the LTE. Pre-ordered through BBY in McKinney to get the 50 buck gc and free cover. Still debating which insurance to get. Stepping up from the Captivate..it has seen better days. Very excited to get this beast and see what the developers can do with it.
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Great news on the LTE. Pre-ordered through BBY in McKinney to get the 50 buck gc and free cover. Still debating which insurance to get. Stepping up from the Captivate..it has seen better days. Very excited to get this beast and see what the developers can do with it.
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You will love your GNote! I got ensquared for my GNote back in December, $58 for one year since I did not have a manufacturers warranty which you do. It is the only phone I have ever bought insurance on.
This is a screen shot of the stock Gingerbread Keyboard. I like it better than the Samsung keyboard. The one handed keyboard is Samsung keyboard option on my firmware LA4. I have not used it because I think the regular keyboard is the perfect size for emailing and texting two handed.
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Gotcha. Thanks Planoman...from McKinneyMan
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Another McKinney person here. Well, really Melissa, but close enough!
Had my Intl Note for a few month and loving it. Will pick up my ATT note from BB this Sunday also. Gotta try out the LTE.
3_D said:
Another McKinney person here. Well, really Melissa, but close enough!
Had my Intl Note for a few month and loving it. Will pick up my ATT note from BB this Sunday also. Gotta try out the LTE.
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We may need to start a Collin County GNote club! lol! I want the LTE model as well! Right now I am looking to get an unlocked Canadian Bell model. We'll see if that works out. Turns out if would be about $50 more than the ATT model for no commitment. Just checking out a few details. They have the NFC enabled so I am checking to see if you can load Google Wallet and if it works etc.
Anybody with inside info know if the Alpha is coming to an American carrier?
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Anybody with inside info know if the Alpha is coming to an American carrier?
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I would love to know this also, I called Verizon yesterday and the sales rep said he knew of no plans to carry the device.
( )
Strong hint given to me says Q4 AT&T. Possibly T-Mobile too.
This is ridiculous, the longer they wait to release this phone the sooner it will be outclassed.
It is coming this Friday the 26th to ATT.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-alpha-available-att-september-26
I know this topic is a few days old, I stopped into an at&t this weekend and had a look. I really like this device. it's light weight and has great fit in the hand. I'm not sure if I can bring myself to leave big red for the device, I can only hope the S6 follows the same design language.
i bought this online... when i opened up the box it has weird water marks on the face and a different firmware the others on here.. anyone have any idea what it is?
hollandipiranha said:
i bought this online... when i opened up the box it has weird water marks on the face and a different firmware the others on here.. anyone have any idea what it is?
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My guess is it's probably a lesson in false economy... Seriously though, no idea - no watermarks on mine - where did you buy it 'online'?
jtOttawa said:
My guess is it's probably a lesson in false economy... Seriously though, no idea - no watermarks on mine - where did you buy it 'online'?
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kijiji.ca
can you tell me if that firmware is the latest.. it says it is...
Does it connect to gear manager OK? And also try and connect it to kies to see if it connects. If it does then its legit if not then u prob have bought a fake one...
My gear s doesn't have a watermark on it either.
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kijiji.ca
can you tell me if that firmware is the latest.. it says it is... but i cant get all of the notifications to work..
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My software version ends in NJ7, and interestingly, my IMEI SV shows '02' whereas yours shows '01' - so no, I don't think you are running the latest software version if yours is a North American Gear S. If you can't prompt an update via Gear Manager, try connecting it via your computer to Samsung Kies.
For what it's worth, especially with the advent of blacklisting, I wouldn't buy any mobile product off Kijiji unless the seller could produce an original receipt and show his account was in good standing...all of which is more trouble than it's worth...
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kijiji.ca
can you tell me if that firmware is the latest.. it says it is... but i cant get all of the notifications to work..
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By the way, I haven't seen a white Gear S in stores yet - maybe yours is a demo? Let us know if you get it updated and working properly.
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i bought this online... when i opened up the box it has weird water marks on the face and a different firmware the others on here.. anyone have any idea what it is?
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NO idea which one you have but I know the white Gear S is exclusive to BestBuy here in the states also the firmware ending in NIE was what was on my Gear S however you may still have a demo or knockoff
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gea...ing-gear-s-t2973455/post57765271#post57765271
#101 says he has your version of the watch that being R750WV
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NO idea which one you have but I know the white Gear S is exclusive to BestBuy here in the states also the firmware ending in NIE was what was on my Gear S however you may still have a demo or knockoff
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gea...ing-gear-s-t2973455/post57765271#post57765271
#101 says he has your version of the watch that being R750WV
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It occurs to me that if this Gear S did come from the States, it's more than likely carrier-locked (to a U.S. carrier) - unlike the Gear S which are being sold here, all of which are being sold unlocked.
not sure, but i doubt its from the us.. update went to the watch today. everything started to work. i called rogers for a sim. i'll let you guys know when it gets here.
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not sure, but i doubt its from the us.. update went to the watch today. everything started to work. i called rogers for a sim. i'll let you guys know when it gets here.
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OK, glad to hear you're making progress - and yes, please let us know how you make out once you put a SIM in it - what sort of plan are you getting from Rogers?
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OK, glad to hear you're making progress - and yes, please let us know how you make out once you put a SIM in it - what sort of plan are you getting from Rogers?
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i signed up for a 5$ a month data tier plan.. it assigns a number and the guy at rogers said it will get text.. but unsure if voice will work.
i'm under no contract so i have nothing to lose to try and all to gain.
hollandipiranha said:
i bought this online... when i opened up the box it has weird water marks on the face and a different firmware the others on here.. anyone have any idea what it is?
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When you say water marks on the face, you mean the numbers?
I suspect they're indicative of it being an engineering sample or some other sort of pre-production unit.
thats one of the international variants R750W, there are a few out there. so far as the watermarks, definitely looks like a demo build.
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thats one of the international variants R750W, there are a few out there. so far as the watermarks, definitely looks like a demo build.
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The Gear Ss being sold here in Canada (at least the one I got from Best Buy) are R750W. Only sold unlocked too, BTW, and currently on sale at best Buy for $350 CAD, or about $300 USD.
Uniquebarbee said:
NO idea which one you have but I know the white Gear S is exclusive to BestBuy here in the states also the firmware ending in NIE was what was on my Gear S however you may still have a demo or knockoff
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gea...ing-gear-s-t2973455/post57765271#post57765271
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Said who? The white gear S is available at ATT stores. They had run out at my store and all they had was black left...which is what I wanted anyways.
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Said who? The white gear S is available at ATT stores. They had run out at my store and all they had was black left...which is what I wanted anyways.
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The person in post #101 of THAT thread. Yes BestBuy is selling the white one Exclusive to AT&T.