I did a lot of reading before I switched to Note 3 from HTC One. Many reviews were very similar. I chose the Note 3 primarily for the size of the screen. It was a great choice. I still haven't learned all the bells and whistles but am very happy with my choice.
I like the core programs because it gives you everything needed to start using your phone out of the box without having to download (and use space) to make it worthwhile.
Everything in the Galaxy phone is good like the features are so good. Camera and sounds they are so good. Just the viewing on the screen are so beautiful. I think of all different phones that I had in the past I would rather have Samsung Galaxy. I love this phone. That's all I can say.
i love love love my phone..it downloads apps fast and takes and can store like thousands of pictures without the use of a memory card and with a memory card it can even hold more and more..it never goes slow..and it is like my life.
Coming from a die hard iPhone user, This is a great phone. Using it everyday has been a great pleasure. I highly recommend it to anyone new to android.