I got my Note 3 the day that it came out (pre-ordered). I previously had a S III. In all the months that I have had my Note3 I have not mastered all of its features, and I like that. I tend to become bored with my phones within 3-4 months of getting it. Also I tend to push the device to it its limits and beyond before my 2 year contract is up. So far the Note3 is holding up just fine.
I'm a heavy user on my phones using them for texting, emailing (multiple accounts), navigation, web usage, music streaming, social media, photography & video, writing notes, reading books and many apps. I use it for both personal and professional use. I probably average 3-5 hours of use per day. All in all, my Note3 is able to keep up.
My only problem is that I have to ensure that I charge my battery throughout the day, or have a back up battery on hand. The response time to my touch is starting to slow just the slightest bit. Not enough to frustrate, but enough that I've noticed. I will probably jua increase the touchscreen sensitivity in the settings. That should address it. My last critic is that I have had to put a case on the phone because I wanted to increase its protection when in my bag, and when the kids drop it. (I have to tell you did not have a case for at least 6 months and it held up great! But once the volume key bent from landing on it on the corner of a marble table, I decided to cover it up. The dent on the volume key is the only real damage to the phone. But after having cases, it was harder to work the edges of the screen. That's not the Notes fault, but a difficulty you may have if you decide to put a case on it. The case, also makes it more difficult to use one handed, which I managed just fine before the case. So all in all it a durable phone on its own, I just wanted the added protection.
I would recommend the Note3 to anyone that is a heavy phone user or like the size for view ability. I camn see the print without my glasses. Just like my past experiences with other Samsung phones it is wonderful. And I have talked multiple people into buying them. They thanked me afterward.
Pros: Durable, Realistic color, Lightweight
Cons: Not high def, slight loss of visibility in bright direct sunligh
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
4
Design
4
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Love at first boot
on June 17, 2014
Posted by: GalaxyGuy876
from Ft Lauderdale, FL
Expertise:Expert
I've had the s2,3,4 and 5 periodically but I never really loved any until using the Note 3. No freezes except if a 3rd party app fails. All features work awesomely. Multitasking at its utmost best. The S pen features are just magical
Cons: Not high def, my original usb to hdmi cord just wouldn't work
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
3
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product is by far the best phone on the market.
on June 17, 2014
Posted by: funsamsung
from boston
Expertise:Intermediate
The note 3 I bought due to its large screen and awesome functionality. It has superceded my expectations and then some. This phone is unreal and unbelievable. It does everything an iPhone does and then some. It's great for emails Internet and everything else you need it to do. This phone has left me getting lost on it for hours at a time. It's a must buy for tech people and all people. If you buy you will not be disappointed.
Pros: Bright display, Durable, 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
Best phone I've ever had
on June 17, 2014
Posted by: Ryan214
from Toledo
I work all night and don't have much to do so I'm on my phone for at least 8:00 hours a night and I never get bored with all the features that the note 3 has to offer and the battery life is great
Pros: Bright display, Lightweight
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
4
Value
3
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This phone is AMAZING , simply amazing.
on June 18, 2014
Posted by: Lou322
from Miami, FL, USA
Expertise:Expert
This phone is amazing. It has many features. It does so much for you. It is a computer and a phone so that is why they call it a PHABLET . Love the large size you can see everything better I do not have to wear glasses. So many apps to chose from. Like the speech to text feature on this phone better than other phones. It has never dropped a call on me. The camera is amazing as well 13 mega pixels . I constantly amaze people with my photos and videos. Now almost everyone I know wants to buy a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 . When I go places my phone is the center of attention I feel like I am a spokes person now showing off all the features on this Samsung phone. You will love it. Read all the review we are NOT making this up.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Durable, Realistic color, big ti view everything well/