Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy Note 3 4G Cell Phone
Average customer rating
4.7
(3,135 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,135 reviews
5 Stars
2,481
4 Stars
539
3 Stars
67
2 Stars
19
1 Star
29
97%of customers recommend this product.
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3,087)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy Note 3 4G Cell Phone
Customer Rating
5
Worth it for the improved s-pen integration and multitasking alone...
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: Sherlock3000
from Baton Rouge, LA
Expertise:Intermediate
I just upgraded from the S3, and I am just pleased with this phone. I don't think it is for everyone though. Before you go with the Note 3 over the S4, ask yourself two questions:
1. Am I good with having a big phone?
2. Am I willing to invest a little time in the first few days to learn drive this machine. (or if not, am I going to be happy with the easy mode)
1. Am I good with having a big phone?
2. Am I willing to invest a little time in the first few days to learn drive this machine. (or if not, am I going to be happy with the easy mode)
I fit both these criteria because I have big hands, and I love to tinker. I've spent time on tips and tricks videos and articles and the more I see, the happier I am. In just two days, I've become a pen wizard, and to the uninitiated eye, it looks like I'm doing magic tricks. I am able to, for instance, take a picture of a student experiment in lab, mark it up with arrows and comments, and then immediately post it to my class. When something like that takes me under 2 minutes, there are many ooohs and aaahhs.
As a note 10.1 user, I'm no stranger to the S pen. The note 3 has kicked the s pen functionality up a notch.
With one exception. The changes to the f(x) functionality in s note are not good. I think the option to circle formulas and shapes to transform them is a good added feature, but it is in no way a worthy replacement for being able to see a flowchart take shape step by step so you can back up if something doesn't turn out the way you hoped. I don't understand why we can't have both.
With one exception. The changes to the f(x) functionality in s note are not good. I think the option to circle formulas and shapes to transform them is a good added feature, but it is in no way a worthy replacement for being able to see a flowchart take shape step by step so you can back up if something doesn't turn out the way you hoped. I don't understand why we can't have both.
The camera is incredible. It takes beautiful photos, and is easy to use.
Don't neglect to investigate action memo. I know that some phone features are a bit gimmicky, like smart scroll, but not this one. You can access action memo with your pen through the pen menu, and through an even quicker shortcut. Once open, it gives you a window you can scrawl in. You can then send what you wrote to several apps. For instance you can jot down a name and number, then send that into your contacts, or just directly dial the number. You can Jot down a calendar entry and send it to the calendar. The handwriting recognition is nearly flawless out of the box.
There is also an integrated feature that allows you to use writing in any text entry box.
And don't forget to investigate the multi-window features, including the one available via s-pen. We are getting closer and closer to desktop-like multitasking.
And check out some of the free math apps for s-pen. I could ace a trig test with my s-pen and it's been 20 years since I took the class.
Hardware-wise, this phone is a beast. Just look at the specs. You won't be disappointed with the speed and the display. The only corner cut was the speaker. It isn't bad, but it isn't top of the line like pretty much everything else in the phone, so it stands out.
Bottom line. In just two days, I've come to rely on many of the unique features in this phone. If I had to go back to my s3, or even an earlier note, I'd sorely miss them. There isn't a phone in the world I'd rather have...not yet anyway. I'm looking forward to the note 4.
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color, Lightweight, improved s-pen integration, great camera, improved multi-window features
Cons: mono speaker, f(x) functionality reduced from earlier models
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
GREAT PHONE
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: Divanny1
from Reading,PA
this is the best phone I ever had the fastest phone with the best picture and video you can get on any phone out right now. 4k video and picture and blazing fast internet with tmobile
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color, Lightweight
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding, Fantastic and All Around Greatness
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: kaffeboy
from Puerto Rico
Expertise:Intermediate
If this isn't the best phone in the market right now, I don't know what is. This phone is superb. The screen is flawless. The battery life will get you through a day with moderate usage with 50% remaining after 16 hours of use (3,200 mwh). The CPU will handle most of your commands without a hiccup. This has 3GB of RAM. 32GB on standard model (about 25GB usable after installing all your apps) will be enough for most of your files. The S pen is a great tool for most (if not all) professionals.
On the other hand, Samsung still has room to improve it's products. The DAC (digitial to analog chip) could be better, so don't expect your music to sound audiophile quality. The phone still feels like a toy because of the plastics used, same thing with the S pen.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is the best phone in the market right now. It has everything you need to replace at least your other phone or your small tablet. However, you should get a decent case and perhaps a replacement S-pen just in case you drop your phone or lose your S-pen.
Pros: Bright display, Lightweight, battery life, camera quality, cpu speed, hd display
Cons: Too big, plastic
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
iPhone to Note 3
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: Carlito100
I can not find any negatives to date. Though it does take some getting used to after using iPhone for years, but I am enjoying it immensely and highly recommend.
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The best phone ever...
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: iai911
from Boston,MA
Expertise:Expert
Excellent Phone he only part I hate is the touchwiz.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: touchwiz
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
AWSOME DEVICE PHONE PLUS PLUS PLUS
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: HUJO
from Sandy Utah USA
Its BIG its FAST its SWEET AMAZING and SUPER useful.The display is so nice. It talks to you. Its an office in the palm of your hand. It wakes you up brings the weather and daily news at a glance. Networks calls clients all at your finger tips. Easily fits in a pocket so the size is a big plus not a negative. If you are thinking about getting one you can not go wrong try it on for size. Great clarity and volume for calls and your music. the battery lasts me a full day.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung Note III
on October 6, 2013
Posted by: Amwild
Love this phone/tablet all in one. Big screen for gaming apps, watching movies, etc. Not a pocket phone for sure. Still slim and lightweight. The stylus is awesome and built in and there is a feature to alert you if it is left behind...Price was fair for all the features, of course, no one likes paying that much for a smart phone but this one at least is mostly worth it. I can't wait to explore more of what it does. It has my 5 star rating for sure!!! Totally Love it....
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The ideal phone
on October 5, 2013
Posted by: zaqihe
from Mahwah, New Jersey
I have been waiting for this phone!
The phone is currently the best out of all the phones. I can say it because it has a very quick CPU and not just that, a 3GB of ram too! I couldn't stop watching videos on the huge HD display! It might be a bit expensive but it is worth the money!!!!
The phone is currently the best out of all the phones. I can say it because it has a very quick CPU and not just that, a 3GB of ram too! I couldn't stop watching videos on the huge HD display! It might be a bit expensive but it is worth the money!!!!
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US