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Where are you getting your Exynos?

I dont know where I will be getting the exynos version as I havent purchased an international phone for its bootloader before. To the veterens, where are you getting yours? Clove? B&h? I might need some buying tips

Interested in the as well

Same here, does anyone know if Amazon will have pre-orders for the international version? Thanks

I've purchased from Clove, Handtec,Expansys, Amazon, and eBay. IMO fulfilled by Amazon is easily the best if you can find competitive pricing. That because their policies make returns a piece of cake. eBay is a crap shoot. As an example some eBay Note 7 buyers were torched (get it, torched ) others got their money back. My Note 7 went back to Amazon with minimal fuss.
Nothing wrong with Clove and Handtec, they just aren't as easy to deal with as Amazon when things go wrong. If you do order from them they sometimes ask for extra information about your card due to issues with international fraud, that's normal.

@krabman What about warranty when buying an international?

dontbeweakvato said:
@krabman What about warranty when buying an international?
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If ur buying to unlock booatlader then there is no question about warranty

International law requires that manufacturers provide warranty only in the country where something is sold. There are laws in many ountries designed to help deter grey market sales that allow OEMs to deny warranty on products not sold from authorized outlets or from owners who were not the original purchaser. The outfits I mentioned will take the phone back without problem if you received a damaged or DOA unit, from there you have to check the point of sale policies. As an example Handtec would take a phone back and send it in for warranty the last time I purchased from them. I didn't have to but what I noted at the time was that I would have been responsible for shipping from here to there and back.
IMO the international phone game might not be a good idea for those who are spending their last pennies buying in.

https://m.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-8
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I'm buying mine from clove. Never bought a international phone but like most not going to pay almost 1k for a phone to do what I want with. I pre ordered mine. They didn't ask for any money up front yet so not sure when I have to pay. Came out to 927 us dollars plus about 20 to ship.
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Really wanted the gear 360 camera but not buying the snapdragon variant just to get it.

My last pre-order from Clove in the UK was super. Three day shipping over a weekend for delivery to the US. I pre-ordered from Clove again. Yes, a bit painful for the first time credit-card use I have to admit. And for my first purchase from Clove I was not happy about them charging the CC immediately when their web site at the time explicitly stated they would not. But supposedly the Note 8 will only be a 3 week wait. Clove has not asked me for payment yet either.
I have been ripped off on Swappa too many times so I won't bother with anything on there except for well know businesses that list there. Tiger Direct was excellent on Swappa.
Currently there seems to be a Samsung offer of a free DEX in the UK with pre-order purchase. I am guessing it will be impossible to get Samsung to mail a DEX offer to the US.
Looks like the Note 8 carrier band list is identical for the S8 verses the Note 8. I'll assume the Exynos bootloader will be unlocked. Just a matter of how long it will take the developers to come up with a TWRP version, and ROMS. With the S8 I only had to wait a week as the UK release was later than other countries.
For me, the big risk will be the ability to extract the CSC for the US carriers. With the S8, it was nicely done by one of the developers but it is not known if he will expand that for the Note 8.

So you don't think we will get the dex even though we pre ordered an international note 8? Also what's the issue with the first time credit card payment? And one last question. I saw some thing on vat but it said 0.00 do we have to pay anything for that or any other taxes?

Following...

Does the Exynos model have all the correct bandwidths to operate properly in the U.S.? I thought I read somewhere that Exynos phones don't always have the best reception in the U.S. I'm torn between the International model and the U.S. Unlocked. I want the option to root and run custom roms, but not at the cost of losing any function. Plus, I'm on Sprint. Does the Exynos International model work with CDMA?

https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/help/snapdragon-exynos-t3661380
According to force 70 in this thread above CDMA doesn't work with exynos. Not sure of the exact reason maybe the cmda radio isn't there?

svtthis said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/help/getting-exynos-t3661439
According to force 70 in this thread above CDMA doesn't work with exynos. Not sure of the exact reason maybe the cmda radio isn't there?
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I've never ordered an international version of a phone, any issue with it working on T-Mobile?
Oh yeah, your link is to this thread.

Lol damnit link fail. Look at the thread titled exynos or snapdragon. They talk about the CDMA radio not working on the exynos variant in the US.
No. That's the network I'm putting my phone on (t-mobile)

svtthis said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/help/snapdragon-exynos-t3661380
According to force 70 in this thread above CDMA doesn't work with exynos. Not sure of the exact reason maybe the cmda radio isn't there?
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That is correct about the radio.
And if i get one ill buy it where Ive bought all my exynos devices here in toronto.
www.swiftronics.ca
There a good bunch of guys there.
sent from my Note FE, S8 plus, or S6
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bp328i said:
I've never ordered an international version of a phone, any issue with it working on T-Mobile?
Oh yeah, your link is to this thread.
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The F or Fd versions work perfect on Tmo.
You wont get wifi calling though.
sent from my Note FE, S8 plus, or S6

Is there anywhere I can buy the international version with 24 month financing? I sure wish Samsung would let us buy an international version from their website.

@krabman I meant if their was a one year Samsung warranty for stuff like the display is just defective or if power button fails 3 months in.

svtthis said:
https://m.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-8
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I'm buying mine from clove. Never bought a international phone but like most not going to pay almost 1k for a phone to do what I want with. I pre ordered mine. They didn't ask for any money up front yet so not sure when I have to pay. Came out to 927 us dollars plus about 20 to ship.
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Really wanted the gear 360 camera but not buying the snapdragon variant just to get it.
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When I go to the link you provided, it shows 'From £724.17 exVAT / From £869.00 incVAT'. £869.00 would be $1112.82. Is that right? When I go to the Checkout page, it says 'Your order below contains a product which is currently unavailable and its final price is unknown. Therefore you can still place the order below but no payment will be taken - you will be asked to pay for this order when those details are confirmed.' As of right now it does say 'VAT (20%) £0.00', so I'm unsure if any tax will be charged. It also includes a disclaimer stating 'Samsung’s region lock stops use of this handset within your chosen country unless activated with a European SIM. I agree for Clove Technology to break the seal on the box, activate the phone and remove the region lock by completing a 5 minute call on the handset.'. Also, depending on my credit card, I'm probably going to get hit with a conversion fee, right? I haven't come across any site to order this model in USD. Are there not any at this time? I'm thinking maybe once the phone comes out there will be. Any suggestions or ideas for ordering this variant for use in the US? Thanks

$929.00
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1357711-REG/samsung_sm_n950uzkaxaa_galaxy_note_8_64gb.html
But I don't know what model this is probably just an unlocked US version SM-N950UZKAXAA which is a no-go if you like having fun

Note 8 256GB & Dual Sim?

Hi Guys
I'm looking for a dual sim phone but keep finding phones where the 2nd sim tray is also where the SD card is used, so I have to pick one or the other.
I've found this model of the Note 8 and am considering buying for use in Canada: https://www.eglobalcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-note-8-n9500-256gb-dual-sim-deepsea-blue.html
Can anyone confirm that this is definitely a dual sim phone as information on different sites are mixed?
Thanks!

Hi there, all the duos versions (dual sim) use the storage sim slot as a dual purpose - so yes, you will need to choose whether to install 256 GB external storage sim, or second carrier sim. However at 256GB of installed storage - does this really present an issue? Interesting website - thanks for the link. Not sure about that model number but they don't have 256GB duos in Orchid Grey.

Thanks for the reply.
The fact that the phone has 256GB internal storage means that the sim slots aren't an issue. I just wanted to check whether this version was dual sim as I'm looking for one phone to use a business and personal line on.
I prefer the look of the blue too, so I think I'll bite the bullet and go for this one.
LostinCanada said:
Hi there, all the duos versions (dual sim) use the storage sim slot as a dual purpose - so yes, you will need to choose whether to install 256 GB external storage sim, or second carrier sim. However at 256GB of installed storage - does this really present an issue? Interesting website - thanks for the link. Not sure about that model number but they don't have 256GB duos in Orchid Grey.
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I don't know if you noticed but that phone is the Snapdragon version... I like the price better than the one I just bought: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...var=572001194802&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 but this has Exynos and Orchid Grey and I don't want to wait any longer... I cannot wait to get rid of my Note 4!

LostinCanada said:
I don't know if you noticed but that phone is the Snapdragon version... I like the price better than the one I just bought: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...var=572001194802&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 but this has Exynos and Orchid Grey and I don't want to wait any longer... I cannot wait to get rid of my Note 4!
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LostinCanada,
I'm also waiting for the same seller to provide it , but I did not order it yet because once it is 28-29 September, this variant ( The hong kong 256gb dual sim ) will hit Hong kong markets and more sellers might sell it , may be with better prices.
But Please keep us updated once you get it.
regards,
Hasan

LostinCanada said:
I don't know if you noticed but that phone is the Snapdragon version... I like the price better than the one I just bought: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...var=572001194802&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 but this has Exynos and Orchid Grey and I don't want to wait any longer... I cannot wait to get rid of my Note 4!
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I'm no expert, but in general what is better Exynos or Snapdragon?

Hey guys, which model of note 8 should I get that works work freedom mobile in Canada ?
I want 256gb and exynos, my phone must be with unlocked bootloader.

Galaxy Note 8 N950F Dual SIM with 256SD
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SM-N950F with 64 GB
- SIM 1 Slot SIM 1
- SIM 2 and SD in Multi - SLOT 2

LostinCanada said:
I don't know if you noticed but that phone is the Snapdragon version... I like the price better than the one I just bought: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...var=572001194802&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 but this has Exynos and Orchid Grey and I don't want to wait any longer... I cannot wait to get rid of my Note 4!
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I had inquired with this seller & he said it is snapdragon version. As per me Exynos is 1.7GHz whereas snapdragon is 1.9Gz. Plz check again the specs.
If u check Note 8 in wikipedia it says Exynos: Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz M2 Mongoose & 4×1.7 GHz) Cortex-A53 (GTS)
Snapdragon: Octa-core (4×2.35 GHz & 4×1.9 GHz) Kryo.
The link u paste in ebay shows 1.9GHz. Means it is snapdragon.

OMG!!! Thank you for pointing this out! Grrrrrrr..... Now I don't know where I am going to buy this darn phone. I have requested a return. I am so glad I didn't find this out two weeks from now. If anyone knows where I can find a 256GB Note 8 Duos Exynos version (with unlocked bootloader) I would be grateful!

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OMG!!! Thank you for pointing this out! Grrrrrrr..... Now I don't know where I am going to buy this darn phone. I have requested a return. I am so glad I didn't find this out two weeks from now. If anyone knows where I can find a 256GB Note 8 Duos Exynos version (with unlocked bootloader) I would be grateful!
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Are you sure that the original link I posted isn't for the Exynos version? I cannot find where it specifically states it but it looks like it may be the Korean version (256GB & Blue), which are Exynos?
I did send a message to ask but got a vague reply with a copy-paste from the product page, they clearly didn't have a clue what I had asked!

LostinCanada said:
OMG!!! Thank you for pointing this out! Grrrrrrr..... Now I don't know where I am going to buy this darn phone. I have requested a return. I am so glad I didn't find this out two weeks from now. If anyone knows where I can find a 256GB Note 8 Duos Exynos version (with unlocked bootloader) I would be grateful!
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https://www.wondamobile.com/mobile/...n-lte-mobile-phone-sim-free-and-unlocked.html
I've bought 2 phones from here with no problems ,I've got my note 8 from Samsung UK which is still on back order for the 28th September if it gets put back again I will cancel and deffo buy from Wonda

Tonyspurs said:
https://www.wondamobile.com/mobile/...n-lte-mobile-phone-sim-free-and-unlocked.html
I've bought 2 phones from here with no problems ,I've got my note 8 from Samsung UK which is still on back order for the 28th September if it gets put back again I will cancel and deffo buy from Wonda
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U have ordered a single sim model with 256GB internal memory. Its is a korean variant. So no problem. It is exynos version.
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LostinCanada said:
OMG!!! Thank you for pointing this out! Grrrrrrr..... Now I don't know where I am going to buy this darn phone. I have requested a return. I am so glad I didn't find this out two weeks from now. If anyone knows where I can find a 256GB Note 8 Duos Exynos version (with unlocked bootloader) I would be grateful!
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There might be release of Exynos version dual sim with 256GB on 27th sept as per some online ad in India. So just wait.
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lhughes said:
Are you sure that the original link I posted isn't for the Exynos version? I cannot find where it specifically states it but it looks like it may be the Korean version (256GB & Blue), which are Exynos?
I did send a message to ask but got a vague reply with a copy-paste from the product page, they clearly didn't have a clue what I had asked!
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Sir... im sure it is an snapdragon version. Exynos version is single sim but 256GB memory. SM-N950 is korean exynos version.
Sent from my SM-N920G using XDA-Developers Legacy app

Thanks @maheshhtc. Now I am in an argument with the Ebay seller, who is claiming it is Exynos version. I tried calling Samsung but they only give information for the phone sold in the country you are in. I did find out from Samsung in Hong Kong that the "Hong Kong version" is actually Snapdragon: http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/support/model/SM-N9500ZVGTGY#downloads. On this site: https://www.techwalls.com/samsung-galaxy-note-8-sm-n950-model-number-differences/ I had referenced N950FD which is Exynos, but didn't notice the seller's ad that it says F950FD and I can't find any reference to this model online, except for within his ad.
So many variations of this phone! Is this an "undiscovered" variation or a typo on his part?
If anyone is looking at buying the phone in the Ebay ad let me warn you the seller says he takes returns, but now is claiming I must pay him the 12% deposit he paid to the Hong Kong Samsung supplier. I hope this isn't going to turn into an Ebay dispute - the seller has 100% good feedback so I wasn't expecting any problems.
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Well, it is now officially a dispute/investigation. The model number in the ad doesn't match either Samsung HK, or the Asian version I am really after (I think!): SM-N950FD which should be Exynos, 256GB, Duos, and I've heard mixed rumours re unlocked bootloader. So the ad is either a typo, new variant or fraud. I guess I will know in a few days. Ebay says they will support the return in any event because the seller never put any stipulations re returns in the ad. BUYER BEWARE!
I will post any updates as I get them.
In the meantime, please advise if my desired phone, in Orchid Grey, is available to purchase anywhere!
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lhughes said:
Are you sure that the original link I posted isn't for the Exynos version? I cannot find where it specifically states it but it looks like it may be the Korean version (256GB & Blue), which are Exynos?
I did send a message to ask but got a vague reply with a copy-paste from the product page, they clearly didn't have a clue what I had asked!
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Hi Ihughes, the link you posted is definitely for a Snapdragon version - looks like HK phone: http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/support/model/SM-N9500ZVGTGY#downloads Check the page, lists the model number as N9500
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Tonyspurs said:
https://www.wondamobile.com/mobile/...n-lte-mobile-phone-sim-free-and-unlocked.html
I've bought 2 phones from here with no problems ,I've got my note 8 from Samsung UK which is still on back order for the 28th September if it gets put back again I will cancel and deffo buy from Wonda
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Hi Tonyspurs,
Thank you but that is a single sim version. I want Dual Sim, 256GB (internal), Exynos, unlocked bootloader. Sigh so far doesn't exist apparently.

*****UPDATE:
After several interesting communications back and forth with seller, the seller finally refunded the money for the phone, but not the shipping. Another call to Ebay finally took care of that - but I will still lose some money on the currency conversion. Well, that is officially the most money I have (almost) spent on a phone before... LOL. I was disgusted with Note 5 specs and then foiled by the Note 7 debacle - it's just plain mean to be teased with this elusive Note 8 and not be able to actually buy one!

LostinCanada said:
*****UPDATE:
After several interesting communications back and forth with seller, the seller finally refunded the money for the phone, but not the shipping. Another call to Ebay finally took care of that - but I will still lose some money on the currency conversion. Well, that is officially the most money I have (almost) spent on a phone before... LOL. I was disgusted with Note 5 specs and then foiled by the Note 7 debacle - it's just plain mean to be teased with this elusive Note 8 and not be able to actually buy one!
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It now makes sense to me why he yelled at me when I enquired whether his model was Exynos or not (he told me it was Snapdragon, but a day after yelling at me, advised he could get the Exynos variants in but not in Orchid Grey.) I think you have saved me some trouble - so thank you Just from my experience with the Note 7 debacle, 100% positive feedback doesn't mean anything - my seller got all his negative feedback deleted and I had to twist many arms to get my refund.
Please let me know if you stumble across Dual Sim, 128/256GB, Exynos Note 8 in Orchid Grey as that's the one I'm holding out for also Good luck!

Wow! I wish I had had that information to give Ebay to add to my complaint. The seller kept changing his story - including that he had told me he was selling two versions (he hadn't stated that) and that the version he was selling me was Exynos (in grey!). I see his ad is still up so maybe Ebay hasn't (yet) received enough complaints. If I saved at least one person from getting ripped off then I am glad, but I would have been happier to see the ad pulled.
Likewise if you hear of any leads for same (256GB though). Hopefully @maheshhtc will pipe up if he/she spots the phone in India this week.

LostinCanada said:
Wow! I wish I had had that information to give Ebay to add to my complaint. The seller kept changing his story - including that he had told me he was selling two versions (he hadn't stated that) and that the version he was selling me was Exynos (in grey!). I see his ad is still up so maybe Ebay hasn't (yet) received enough complaints. If I saved at least one person from getting ripped off then I am glad, but I would have been happier to see the ad pulled.
Likewise if you hear of any leads for same (256GB though). Hopefully @maheshhtc will pipe up if he/she spots the phone in India this week.
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It seems the guy (Kimbi) ebay seller has removed that specific ad where he had mentioned F950FD Dual sim with 256 GB internal memory. Not saying that these people are fraudsters but they take advantage of language problem. Right now 9500 dual sim with 256GB memory is available but snapdragon version. I think 27th there will be 128GB release & October 5th for 256GB exynos version.

Interesting - he just updated the ad - I checked it before posting above and it still had the FD version with last revision Sept 15th. In re-checking the revision stats after reading your post it looks like the same ad with title and description changed today. I'm guessing the Ebay complaint had something to do with the revision. At least people will now know what they are getting.

Fritz Thecat said:
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SM-N950F with 64 GB
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Hi!
How do you manage to have dual sim + microSD? Very interested by the hack.
Thank you!

Where to buy 950f\fd\n

Hey all, never-msrp had the black note 8 950fd for 849.99 64gb on ebay for like 1 hour before he sold out.
I'm itching for a unlocked bootloader and pixel 2 xl 128gb after taxes is over 1k! no sense in justifying that.
So i'm returning my t-mo note 8 when i buy the unlocked exynos ones, but i don't know who are trusted sources on ebay or elsewhere for this. Since never msrp is sold out and he has no idea when he's getting more can y'all source me to where to go?

masri1987 said:
Hey all, never-msrp had the black note 8 950fd for 849.99 64gb on ebay for like 1 hour before he sold out.
I'm itching for a unlocked bootloader and pixel 2 xl 128gb after taxes is over 1k! no sense in justifying that.
So i'm returning my t-mo note 8 when i buy the unlocked exynos ones, but i don't know who are trusted sources on ebay or elsewhere for this. Since never msrp is sold out and he has no idea when he's getting more can y'all source me to where to go?
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Clove.
Bh photo if they have them yet
And lots of other sellers on ebay.
Lots of places to buy from
sent from my Note FE

force70 said:
Clove.
Bh photo if they have them yet
And lots of other sellers on ebay.
Lots of places to buy from
sent from my Note FE
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with clove, conversion and shipping it's 1190 and change...
Amazon has it for 909$
BH photo has it for 979
So my ultimate question would be, any benefit from purchasing it from bh photo video vs amazon?
All other ebay sellers don't come close to amazon or never-msrp pricing as of right now..

wait it's 947 on clove , (exclusion of VAT) , so here's the thing this popped up when i began filling out order
"Samsung’s region lock stops use of this handset within your chosen country unless activated with a European SIM. I agree for Clove Technology to break the seal on the box, activate the phone and remove the region lock by completing a 5 minute call on the handset."
found that interesting-
Does clove offer warranty of some sort?

masri1987 said:
wait it's 947 on clove , (exclusion of VAT) , so here's the thing this popped up when i began filling out order
"Samsung’s region lock stops use of this handset within your chosen country unless activated with a European SIM. I agree for Clove Technology to break the seal on the box, activate the phone and remove the region lock by completing a 5 minute call on the handset."
found that interesting-
Does clove offer warranty of some sort?
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Yeah the UK phones have regional lock. They'll activate it by the method listed. If you decline, you won't be able to make calls outside the countries listed for the phone.
I got mine from Clove and couldn't be happier. They break the seal & unlock it but I couldn't tell except for seeing the broken seal. They reset it so setup is exactly like with a new phone, I couldn't even fine a single fingerprint or smudge on it. I upgraded to DHL shipping, was shipped on a Friday, I received it on Monday.
With all the crap going on with OEM unlock missing/disappear, lowest price was not a concern for me. And really I didn't pay very much more than if I were to get a SD version from my carrier or Samsung.

@force70
i bought a SM-N950N for 860$ deep sea blue.
So i need to know everything, for using it on T-Mobile , including do I need to flash any other version stock rom in odin or just unlock TWRP and RoM it and go!
I'm so excited

masri1987 said:
@force70
i bought a SM-N950N for 860$ deep sea blue.
So i need to know everything, for using it on T-Mobile , including do I need to flash any other version stock rom in odin or just unlock TWRP and RoM it and go!
I'm so excited
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Take a look at Kalm_Traveler's threads:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...os-odin-flashing-fail-please-mistake-t3673231
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/themes/mod-exynos-t-mobile-csc-wifi-calling-t3678846
He has a N950N on Tmobile. He's still working on the mod for the N firmware. The second link is his TMO mod for F variants. You can however flash the F firmware on your N & install the mod if you don't want to wait. He's been working hard at it & I'm sure he'll figure it out soon. I flashed his mod on my N950F & it's working great.

masri1987 said:
@force70
i bought a SM-N950N for 860$ deep sea blue.
So i need to know everything, for using it on T-Mobile , including do I need to flash any other version stock rom in odin or just unlock TWRP and RoM it and go!
I'm so excited
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256gb or 64gb ? either way thats a great price I have the 256gb i paid 1190 for it.

tokoam said:
256gb or 64gb ?
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64gb, 256 was over 1k after currency conversion, plus i already have a 256 memory card.

https://www.wondamobile.com/mobile/...n-lte-mobile-phone-sim-free-and-unlocked.html
This is the model i purchased

Canadian galaxy S9/plus thread (waiting room)

Its this time of the year guys! This thread is to discuss pre-orders across all stores and providers in Canada. To compare notes and ask ROBELUS related questions. I personally pulled the trigger for an unlocked (no subsidy) phone through best buy, delivery scheduled for the 16th and then I went back in an through Telus the pick up is on the 9th for some reason so I pulled the trigger on both. What did you order from where? What did you select? Pick up or delivery? Please share.

I'm waiting for benchmarks between sd845 and exynos, in order to decide on which one to pick. I'm probably going exynos route again, shame we Canadians get slammed with the Americans, even if we don't use CDMA networks anymore.

htc fan89 said:
I'm waiting for benchmarks between sd845 and exynos, in order to decide on which one to pick. I'm probably going exynos route again, shame we Canadians get slammed with the Americans, even if we don't use CDMA networks anymore.
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I wish I had the self control to be able to wait. Lol. I gotta have it on release date.

mrnovanova said:
I wish I had the self control to be able to wait. Lol. I gotta have it on release date.
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Which color are you getting? I wanted the blue color, pink is a bit too much for me.
Sent from my Redmi Note 4 using Tapatalk

I hope Canada will not receive trash locked snapdragon version again !!

hackerhill said:
Which color are you getting? I wanted the blue color, pink is a bit too much for me.
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The grey one.

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I hope Canada will not receive trash locked snapdragon version again !!
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Yes we are.

mrnovanova said:
Its this time of the year guys! This thread is to discuss pre-orders across all stores and providers in Canada. To compare notes and ask ROBELUS related questions. I personally pulled the trigger for an unlocked (no subsidy) phone through best buy, delivery scheduled for the 16th and then I went back in an through Telus the pick up is on the 9th for some reason so I pulled the trigger on both. What did you order from where? What did you select? Pick up or delivery? Please share.
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I thought Best Buy did not do this anymore.
I thought you need to buy a carrier subsidized device ?
I am not going to the S9 anyway, I just do not want another device where I will need to wait for at least a year after Android P is released to get it, also I do not want Samsung Bloat you know like Bixby.
...but I am curious will check the Best Buy website, sure enough for only $1100, plus tax and shipping I can get an unlocked device sent to my home. Thanks for pointing this out.

Anyone plan to import the exynos one? Where's the best place to get it from?

peachpuff said:
Anyone plan to import the exynos one? Where's the best place to get it from?
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Im not 100% if i will get one but for sure but if i do it will be exynos just like my note 7 and S8 plus.
I would not waste my my money on the locked down crapdragon version.
Plus the only colour i like is titanium grey and i doubt we will get it in Canada.
Ill buy local from a store here in the GTA or from PDA plaza if i get one.
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mrnovanova said:
The grey one.
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Sweet, its about time we didnt get the shaft on colours.
Still wont spend a dime on the crapdragon though lol
sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE

i pre ordered s9+ yesterday from freedom but i will get my s9+ on march 16. is it normal ? then what are the benefits of pre-order ?on march 16 everyone can buy s9.
anybody have an idea which variant we are getting ? 128gb or 64gb. is aksed the store person they said they don't have an idea because in their nothing is related to that. i wanted to orde 128gb. no price comparison was also mentioned in any store. ROGERS FIDO BELL TELUS.

sukhi.priceless said:
i pre ordered s9+ yesterday from freedom but i will get my s9+ on march 16. is it normal ? then what are the benefits of pre-order ?on march 16 everyone can buy s9.
anybody have an idea which variant we are getting ? 128gb or 64gb. is aksed the store person they said they don't have an idea because in their nothing is related to that. i wanted to orde 128gb. no price comparison was also mentioned in any store. ROGERS FIDO BELL TELUS.
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64GB so far. No mention of the 128gb variant. Maybe sometime in the future. Pre-order gets you the 150$ bill credit. I know it does for Robelus not sure about Freedom tho.

Hey guys. Thread moved to https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/canadian-s9-thread-waiting-t3756539

Samsung Galaxy S9 Deal Thread

The goal is simple, if you know of way to get a Galaxy S9 cheaper post it below.
1. Direct from Samsung and here are the FAQs the phone are prices are below​
Current Promotion (Trade In)
-$350 -Galaxy S8/S8+, iPhone X, iPhone 8/8+
-$300 -Galaxy S7/S7 Edge, LG V30, Pixel 2/XL, iPhone 7/7+
-$150 -Galaxy S6/S6 Edge/Edge+, Galaxy Note 5, LG G6, LG V20, Google Pixel/XL, iPhone 6/6S/6 Plus
$50 - $25 -Everything else
2. Bestbuy Unlocked & Carrier Branded
-Bestbuy has phone for $720 unlocked
-Bestbuy is offering $100 off with Pre order using your Wireless Carrier Information
-Bestbuy trade in links iPhone Samsung and all others phones

I chatted with a rep about exchanging the s8 snapdragon for an s9 exynos, the guy told me not to worry about the differences, and would not reassure me of being able to choose the exynos over the snapdragon...
I ended the conversation early.

Shemploo said:
I chatted with a rep about exchanging the s8 snapdragon for an s9 exynos, the guy told me not to worry about the differences, and would not reassure me of being able to choose the exynos over the snapdragon...
I ended the conversation early.
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that's impossible lol 2 complete different phones, a generation apart. no company would outright let you swap phones like that for free.

drago10029 said:
that's impossible lol 2 complete different phones, a generation apart. no company would outright let you swap phones like that for free.
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I never said anything about free, I posted in the thread about trade system.
I guess I should have stated trade up not exchange.

Shemploo said:
I guess I should have stated trade up not exchange.
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lol gotcha all makes sense now.

Anyone got any deals to add??

drago10029 said:
Anyone got any deals to add??
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Usually, T-Mobile has BOGO(buy one get one free) after a month or two after release.

The best way to get the Exynos version (G960F/D) is on eBay. $779 so far.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Ga...hash=item2f17c6a557:m:mbvbdxe9xu7qACti4DYrOjw

rafaelpinaf said:
The best way to get the Exynos version (G960F/D) is on eBay. $779 so far.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Ga...hash=item2f17c6a557:m:mbvbdxe9xu7qACti4DYrOjw
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Did you know someone getting it and have OEM Unlock present?

Interesting how fast the price is dropping in EU.
Can already find the S9+ for ~€800. It launched at €950.
I say give it another 3-4 weeks and it'll be under €700.
Also, can be had for $820 on US Ebay - S9+ dual sim exynos.
Price is falling WAY quicker than the S8 and S8+, both due to slower sales and incoming competition that should be fierce.

eaglerazor123 said:
Did you know someone getting it and have OEM Unlock present?
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No, i did not!

eaglerazor123 said:
Did you know someone getting it and have OEM Unlock present?
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That vendors note 8s did not, 7 day wait.
sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE

force70 said:
That vendors note 8s did not, 7 day wait.
sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE
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Yes, bought one from different vendor, G960F/DS (although the buid prop shows G960F) No OEM and i have to wait for a week to check. Half of the eBay are floating with G9600 which are clearly snap variants of HK.

eaglerazor123 said:
Yes, bought one from different vendor, G960F/DS (although the buid prop shows G960F) No OEM and i have to wait for a week to check. Half of the eBay are floating with G9600 which are clearly snap variants of HK.
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That snap will likely have an unlocked BL but they never get any love from developers.
Exynos is still the way to go despite the OEM wait, hopefully the patch made by Dr Ketan works on oreo.
Im still hunting for a grey 128gb exynos, damn hard to find.
sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE

force70 said:
That snap will likely have an unlocked BL but they never get any love from developers.
Exynos is still the way to go despite the OEM wait, hopefully the patch made by Dr Ketan works on oreo.
Im still hunting for a grey 128gb exynos, damn hard to find.
sent from my Pixel 2 XL or Note FE
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It should work with few changes. I'll look into

rafaelpinaf said:
The best way to get the Exynos version (G960F/D) is on eBay. $779 so far.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Ga...hash=item2f17c6a557:m:mbvbdxe9xu7qACti4DYrOjw
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Are you retarded? That's a G9600 not G960F/D. And it specifically says snapdragon in the description

scala_ said:
Are you retarded? That's a G9600 not G960F/D. And it specifically says snapdragon in the description
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The seller has changed the auction.
By the way, there is an other auction for the G960FD of the same seller, cheaper than the older: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Ga...hash=item2ccf8de5af:m:mbvbdxe9xu7qACti4DYrOjw
I see no reason to offend me.

eaglerazor123 said:
It should work with few changes. I'll look into
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Given your background in here i have zero doubt you will get it working.

Delete me. I can't on app