I bought this phone simply because it has the pressure sensitive S pen and the special version of Sketchbook Pro that comes with it. I would never create finished designs with this phone, but it's a great device to throw into your workflow.
I wish the phone itself was a little more customizable. I had to download 3rd party apps in order to remap the buttons. There's a ton of bloatware, and it makes it hard to get to really great features like Google Now/Google Voice
The multi-window feature is cool, but odd to use and honestly I never use it. That side bar menu... I immediately gave up on it when I couldn't simply add the calculator app to it. The only time I tried to use two windows is when I wanted to open a calculator and a pdf at the same time. Couldn't do it.
The back of the device is a sort of funky fake leather pattern plastic piece and I think it looks lame, but it's in a protective case so, whatever.
S Finder is amazing. I've never been able to search my whole phone before and it's very helpful.
The display is amazing, and the camera is so good. The phone is so powerful too. It runs apps like a dream. Games are no problem at all.
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color, great for artists, powerful processor, huge beautiful display
Cons: expensive, lots of preloaded software
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
4
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Love the product
on May 19, 2014
Posted by: christena71
from gilbert, AZ
I love everything about it. It wonderful. I use it for my business and for play.
But it does have its challenges I cant seem to find a good place to hold it
Pros: Lightweight
Cons: where to hold it
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
3
Design
5
Value
3
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great phone
on May 19, 2014
Posted by: pastorc
from Missouri
Expertise:Intermediate
I've had an iPhone since the 3gs and said I'd never switch until I tried the note 3 and I'll never go back the power functions flexibility are not even comparable
I Definitely love this phone. It's fast, long lasting battery, and multitude of custom options is perfect for me. I am glad I traded my s3 for this. I would recommend this to anyone who loves movies or games, or general surfing. My wife even puts her iPhone 5 down and pulls the pen out and looks up different things on the web. I might even convert her.
Battery life, check. Screen quality and size, check. Easy of use and platform features, check and check. Durability and convenience, check. Finally, is it likely to be easily eclipsed by the next "new" device, NOT likely. Just like Goldie Lox and her bear friends, it's PERFECT ! Regardless of age or tech sophistication, you'll not be disappointed.
Pros: battery life
Cons: none
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
Love this phone!
on May 19, 2014
Posted by: Tech4NM
from Corrales, NM
Screen is large enough to edit documents and send back with revisions. Camera takes great photos and the phone is clear and crisp. Performance has been flawless. Plenty of storage.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Realistic color