Who's happy, who's not with the S4

chris2k5 · Jun 8, 2013

tastycaramel said:
Maybe try making a funnel or cover around the speaker to enhance the volume? I always do that with the speaker.

So stand in front of a wall when I watch movies or use the speakers? That could be potentially weird

tastycaramel · Jun 8, 2013

chris2k5 said:
So stand in front of a wall when I watch movies or use the speakers? That could be potentially weird

Has in using your hand to "make a funnel".

stereoeclectic · Jun 8, 2013

One week in : this phone is awesome. Used it to record video of my buddies and me writing a new song in a garage, and the audio was decent enough to rip to cd. Also the software and feel are good enough for me to mod another message board from the phone itself. I wasn't comfortable doing that on my previous phone. Also, the camera is a pretty decent point and shoot. So far, I'm a happy customer.

oleb84 · Jun 8, 2013

Need a third option for "Meh..."

Im glad i bought it but im not as happy with it as i thought i would be.

tastycaramel · Jun 8, 2013

oleb84 said:
Need a third option for "Meh..."

Im glad i bought it but im not as happy with it as i thought i would be.

Mind explaining what problems have you encounter so that we can help you?

Szadzik · Jun 8, 2013

tastycaramel said:
Mind explaining what problems have you encounter so that we can help you?

Maybe he is just one of those people, who have hadd so many toys, that another one makes little difference. That is how it is in my case, at least.

tastycaramel · Jun 8, 2013

Szadzik said:
Maybe he is just one of those people, who have hadd so many toys, that another one makes little difference. That is how it is in my case, at least.

Oh okay.

Frisco · Jun 8, 2013

tastycaramel said:
Mind explaining what problems have you encounter so that we can help you?

If you click the user's name in their profile to the left of their post, you'll find a drop down menu that includes "find more posts by..."

Clicking that will present you with a list of their posts, in this case a few which are in the S4 device forum expressing an issue or two (http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s4/716757-couple-problems-my-new-s4.html#post5795871, etc).

Those device forums are where those issues are generally discussed. I think this thread is more about general/overall satisfaction with the S4.

tastycaramel · Jun 8, 2013

Frisco said:
If you click the user's name in their profile to the left of their post, you'll find a drop down menu that includes "find more posts by..."

Clicking that will present you with a list of their posts, in this case a few which are in the S4 device forum expressing an issue or two (http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s4/716757-couple-problems-my-new-s4.html#post5795871, etc).

Those device forums are where those issues are generally discussed. I think this thread is more about general/overall satisfaction with the S4.

Oh didn't realise that because I was using Tapatalk (yea, I know).

GottWhat · Jun 8, 2013

Just upgraded a few days ago from a Motorola Photon 4G and couldn't be happier.

oleb84 · Jun 9, 2013

tastycaramel said:
Mind explaining what problems have you encounter so that we can help you?

No problems what so ever. I just genuinely wasnt as impressed as i thought i would be. I still think the phone is amazing but i thought it would be more. Cant explain how though! I suppose i find most of it gimmicky. I ditched "Gallery" in favour of "QuickPic" but this doesnt support the air gesture function and i love using that function to show the phone off!

Szadzik said:
Maybe he is just one of those people, who have hadd so many toys, that another one makes little difference. That is how it is in my case, at least.

Pretty much on the nose! I do love my gadgets and going from the Xperia Play to the iPhone i thought this was going to be a life changer but wasnt.

tastycaramel · Jun 9, 2013

oleb84 said:
No problems what so ever. I just genuinely wasnt as impressed as i thought i would be. I still think the phone is amazing but i thought it would be more. Cant explain how though! I suppose i find most of it gimmicky. I ditched "Gallery" in favour of "QuickPic" but this doesnt support the air gesture function and i love using that function to show the phone off!

Pretty much on the nose! I do love my gadgets and going from the Xperia Play to the iPhone i thought this was going to be a life changer but wasnt.

Oh okay. I think that would take some time to get used to it.

tobyjuggler · Jun 9, 2013

Finally a smartphone with decent battery life, so I'm very happy with mine.

Canesfan · Jun 9, 2013

tobyjuggler said:
Finally a smartphone with decent battery life, so I'm very happy with mine.

Battery life wears at least two times faster than my old iPhone 4, hmmm.

tastycaramel · Jun 9, 2013

Canesfan said:
Battery life wears at least two times faster than my old iPhone 4, hmmm.

That's because of its features, specs and display.

rdefino · Jun 9, 2013

I'm amazed at how fast the battery drains in this thing. But I was spoiled by the razr maxx.

Why can't other phone makers take Moto's idea on battery and gives us a longer lasting one!

hosta · Jun 9, 2013

This is probably the wrong thread to ask in, but since it's filled with owners who like and dislike, I figure I'll ask here -

The 16gb version - Does the expansion slot allow for large files (like from games) to be ran off of the card in slot? I'm a bit worried about only having less than 9gb usable space. The 32gb version is almost $100.00 more - I'm wondering if it's worth it or is the 16gb version suitable.

Basically, are you happy with the 16gb version's storage capabilities? Thanks

P.S. Money is an issue - The 16gb I can get for $168.00 - The 32 is $250.00

shmn · Jun 9, 2013

rdefino said:
I'm amazed at how fast the battery drains in this thing. But I was spoiled by the razr maxx.

Why can't other phone makers take Moto's idea on battery and gives us a longer lasting one!

You can't get something for nothing. The screen on the GS4 is HUGE and is full HD (RAZR MAXX is 540x960). If you look at the battery statistics for your phone, you will see that the screen uses most the battery life. If you want better battery life, dim the screen or don't use it. If you want a phone with great battery life...get one with a small screen. There is no altering the laws of physics...at least not yet.

rdefino · Jun 9, 2013

All that I know. But my thought put a little bit bigger battery in. Make the phone 1mm thicker and give a bigger battery to help compensate for the large screens.

sntaylor · Jun 9, 2013

hosta said:
This is probably the wrong thread to ask in, but since it's filled with owners who like and dislike, I figure I'll ask here -

The 16gb version - Does the expansion slot allow for large files (like from games) to be ran off of the card in slot? I'm a bit worried about only having less than 9gb usable space. The 32gb version is almost $100.00 more - I'm wondering if it's worth it or is the 16gb version suitable.

Basically, are you happy with the 16gb version's storage capabilities? Thanks

P.S. Money is an issue - The 16gb I can get for $168.00 - The 32 is $250.00

It has more than enough space for me with a card, but I don't download huge games, I'd probably go for the 32gb if it's available, better safe than sorry!

hosta · Jun 9, 2013

sntaylor said:
It has more than enough space for me with a card, but I don't download huge games, I'd probably go for the 32gb if it's available, better safe than sorry!

Thanks! Honestly, I'm not sure how many games I'll actually play since I'm coming from an archaic device, but I'd like the option.

Yeah, that's kind of what I'm thinking as well - go with the 32gb version to be safe, but the card slot exists - Would be more cost effective to get a 64gb SD card that can be used with other devices....that is if programs can have their files stored on the card (and run properly). Ive heard that android stopped that.

shmn · Jun 9, 2013

rdefino said:
All that I know. But my thought put a little bit bigger battery in. Make the phone 1mm thicker and give a bigger battery to help compensate for the large screens.

I would also like a bigger battery...who wouldn't? 2600mAh is pretty big compared to many phones. But I guess Samsung thought that a thinner phone is more important. There are aftermarket kits that include huge batteries with a different back cover. Someone just posted a review of one on this forum...I think it's a 5200mAh battery. But it adds a lot bulk.

speedlever · Jun 9, 2013

rdefino said:
I'm amazed at how fast the battery drains in this thing. But I was spoiled by the razr maxx.

Why can't other phone makers take Moto's idea on battery and gives us a longer lasting one!

I guess it's all in how you use it. Personally, I find the battery life to be excellent... on par with my Galaxy Note2 that preceded the GS4.

I typically go all day long (16 hours+) and often have 65% remaining at the end of the day... with light use. Even with moderate use, I rarely get under 35-40% in that time frame.

But what might be moderate use for me could be light use for someone else.

oleb84 · Jun 9, 2013

hosta said:
This is probably the wrong thread to ask in, but since it's filled with owners who like and dislike, I figure I'll ask here -

The 16gb version - Does the expansion slot allow for large files (like from games) to be ran off of the card in slot? I'm a bit worried about only having less than 9gb usable space. The 32gb version is almost $100.00 more - I'm wondering if it's worth it or is the 16gb version suitable.

Basically, are you happy with the 16gb version's storage capabilities? Thanks

P.S. Money is an issue - The 16gb I can get for $168.00 - The 32 is $250.00

I have a pretty vast amount of apps on my memory and still plenty of storage to spare. I also have a 32gb memory card that I have a tone of music, movies, ebooks and games on. So to answer your question, yes you can pay gangs straight from the memory card. I use emulators by the way so those are the games I'm talking about.

windstrings · Jun 9, 2013

Yep, I have over a hundred apps and many movies and tv series and years worth of pictures on my 64 gigabyte SD card and I've only used 21 gig on my card. I came from the s3 and I notice a notable difference in speed when it comes to browsing the internet and I also notice a notable difference in Hd movie quality as well as amazing camera abilities.. The Hd mode takes a challenging setting and makes a perfect contrast exposured picture.

Battery life is fine... But if you want to go crazy http://zerolemon.com/ has a 7000mah for the S3, I would expect he same or greater for the S4.

Wireless Charging abilities is nice too, they are making very thin recievers now so you can use your stock back and even add on armour etc cases.

I don't need music out the front although that's nice.
I can see in broad daylight better than I could with my s3 but that is where the HTC excels.

Talk quality obviously, and camera quality have always been top two on my list.

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