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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #100 on: April 19, 2017, 08:26:12 PM »
The Note 8 may be the next Samsung phone worth looking at.  Better finger lock placement.  Better camera. And better battery.
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #101 on: April 19, 2017, 08:27:47 PM »
The Note 8 may be the next Samsung phone worth looking at.  Better finger lock placement.  Better camera. And better battery.

I hope so.
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #102 on: April 19, 2017, 08:28:33 PM »
Just got my S8.

I hate the fact that the home button and fingerprint reader were moved to the back. I may have to stay with my S7

Samsung took another step backwards
You'd get used to the fingerprint reader back there. Even though they should have put it under the camera.  Oh well. And while I think they've improved things I wouldn't say there's a reason to upgrade from the s7.
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #103 on: April 23, 2017, 08:41:19 AM »
You'd get used to the fingerprint reader back there. Even though they should have put it under the camera.  Oh well. And while I think they've improved things I wouldn't say there's a reason to upgrade from the s7.
the facial recognition unlock is really good and makes the fingerprint placement not a big deal. im liking the phone a lot right now

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #104 on: April 23, 2017, 09:37:03 AM »
the facial recognition unlock is really good and makes the fingerprint placement not a big deal. im liking the phone a lot right now

Does it also recognize you in Sefira?

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #105 on: April 23, 2017, 09:42:48 AM »
the facial recognition unlock is really good and makes the fingerprint placement not a big deal. im liking the phone a lot right now
Except for when you're in the dark...

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #106 on: April 23, 2017, 10:06:16 AM »
Does it also recognize you in Sefira?
well i set it up in sefira so it does but i wonder what will happen when i shave. It recommends not wearing glasses and things when you are setting it up. the iris scanner might be the better way but ive heard that its not as reliable, sometimes doesnt work. also, you can use a picture of someone to trick the facial recognition but I am not that worried about that

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #107 on: April 23, 2017, 10:07:19 AM »
Except for when you're in the dark...
i did it in dark light last night and it still worked fine. can use the fingerprint when in really dark if i need to even if its in an annoying place

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #108 on: April 23, 2017, 02:53:39 PM »
Anyone get the Sprint BOGO deal? The website doesnt allow me to add to cart and online reps cant complete sales.
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #109 on: April 24, 2017, 01:44:08 PM »
Just put my hands on the s8,  the finger print (til Ill get used to it, [if ever]) is a disaster

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #110 on: April 24, 2017, 01:46:19 PM »
Just put my hands on the s8,  the finger print (til Ill get used to it, [if ever]) is a disaster

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #111 on: April 24, 2017, 01:47:39 PM »
Just put my hands on the s8,  the finger print (til Ill get used to it, [if ever]) is a disaster
ive been using the phone for 2 days and used the fingerprint maybe 3 times. iris scanner or facial recognition works quite well

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #112 on: April 24, 2017, 01:48:04 PM »
And for that reason... I still have my S7... (It's a company phone...)

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #113 on: April 24, 2017, 01:54:53 PM »
ive been using the phone for 2 days and used the fingerprint maybe 3 times. iris scanner or facial recognition works quite well
Facial recognition isn't very reliable if anyone can crack it with your picture...
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #114 on: April 24, 2017, 02:03:45 PM »
Just put my hands on the s8,  the finger print (til Ill get used to it, [if ever]) is a disaster
Wow, I have small hands and I while I don't think it's in the best possible spot I don't think it's that terrible. Like all things you get used to it IMO.
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #115 on: April 24, 2017, 02:07:14 PM »
Facial recognition isn't very reliable if anyone can crack it with your picture...
And you are worried about people breaking into your phone? Do you use a lock now?
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #116 on: April 24, 2017, 02:13:22 PM »
Facial recognition isn't very reliable if anyone can crack it with your picture...
agreed, but iris scan is not easily tricked if you want that added protection

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #117 on: April 24, 2017, 02:32:54 PM »


I found the note 4's awful. I keep it turned off

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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #118 on: April 24, 2017, 02:33:23 PM »
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Re: Galaxy S8!
« Reply #119 on: April 24, 2017, 08:21:26 PM »
FYI for all those with the s8 there are a number of apps out there to redirect the Bixby button or shut it off.
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