Showing posts with label Galaxy Note II. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Galaxy Note II. Show all posts

Saturday, November 15, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note II for AT&T receives software update

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The Samsung Galaxy Note II for AT&T (SGH-i317) is now receiving a software update which is around 93.2MB in size, and bring the KOT49H.I317UCUCNJ1 software version. AT&T has been very vague on the changelog, simply stating that the update brings "Android OS Enhancements"

Monday, November 3, 2014

Get Galaxy Note 4 features on your Galaxy Note II with this custom ROM

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The Electron Team have managed to port several features from the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 to the Samsung Galaxy Note II. So if you your old Note is starting to feel a little run down, you may want to see how the Ditto Note 4 (DN4) ROM can breath some life back into it.

Monday, July 28, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note II for US Cellular receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy Note II Titanium GrayThe for US Cellular is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The new update its being pushed out to compatible devices OTA (over-the-air) and brings Android 4.4.2 along with the R950VXUCNE2 build version.

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note II for AT&T receives Android 4.4.2 software update

The Samsung Galaxy Note II for AT&T is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The update is being pushed OTA (over-the-air) and brings Android 4.4.2 along with several new features and improvements.

You will be able to download and install the update once you receive the OTA update notification. Before updating your device make sure your battery is fully charged and that you are connected to your Wi-Fi network to avoid unnecessary data charges. If you don't receive the update notification, you can check for it under Settings.

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note II for Verizon receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy Note II for VerizonThe Samsung Galaxy Note II for Verizon (model SCH-I605) is reportedly receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update starting today. This update which is 246.5MB in sizecomes less than a month after the carrier released KitKat for the Galaxy Note 3, and brings the KOT49H.I605VRUFND7 build number.

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note II for Sprint receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy Note II for SprintThe Samsung Galaxy Note II for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. This makes Sprint, the first major carrier in the U.S. to offer KitKat for the former phablet flagship.

Sprint hasn't provided a detailed changelog with the update which brings Android 4.4.2 with the L900VPUBNE2 software version. 

Friday, February 14, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo vs. Samsung Galaxy Note II - Video Comparison

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The is an affordable phablet, which happens to compete with one of its own siblings, the Samsung Galaxy Note II. Both feature 5 inch 720p displays and 8MP cameras. However the newer Note is physically smaller and easier to handle than its predecessor, which may go in its favor.

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Samsung Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2 will receive Android 4.4 KitKat late march

Android 4.4 KitKatA new report suggests that the Samsung Galaxy S3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 will be receiving their Android 4.4 KitKat software updates by the end of March this year.

Monday, December 9, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note II for T-Mobile receives Android 4.3 software update

Samsung Galaxy Note II for T-MobileThe  software update is now rolling out to the Samsung Galaxy Note II for T-Mobile. The update weighs in at a rather hefty 614MB, so make sure that your battery is at least 50% charged and that you are on a Wi-Fi network when you are downloading and installing the update.

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note II receives Android 4.3 test firmware

Samsung has been working  hard to bring the  software updates to their flagship devices. This is mainly because the company wants to extend support for the Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch, which requires Bluetooth 4.0 LE from the Android 4.3 update.

It looks like the update for the Samsung Galaxy Note II could be pretty close to ready, because the  N7100XXUEMJ5 test version of the software has leaked out.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 2 - Video Comparison


The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is the successor of the Samsung Galaxy Note II, so there is no question of which of the two is the better device. With the Note 3 you get a larger, high-res screen, improved performance, and access to a plethora of productivity and multitasking features. However the Note II is still a compelling device able to hold its own even though its been around for a year.

Saturday, September 28, 2013

Samsung Galaxy S4 to get Android 4.3 in October, Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2 in November

Recently we have been seeing many rumors on the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for the Samsung Galaxy S4, Samsung Galaxy S III and Samsung Galaxy Note II. Now French carrier SFR has released a roadmap with information on when their devices will be receiving their next updates. According to SFR, the Galaxy Note 2 and Galaxy S3 should be getting Android 4.3 Jelly Bean sometime in November-December, while the almighty Galaxy S4 is set to receive it in October.

This in no way confirms that the U.S. variants of these devices will get the updates at the same time, but at least is indicates a time frame for Samsung to start rolling out the updates.

Sunday, August 11, 2013

Sony Xperia Z Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Note II - Video Comparison

The Sony Xperia Z Ultra is one of  biggest smartphones in the market right now with its 6.4 inch full-HD display. But is the device too big? and how does it compare to Samsung Galaxy Note II, the most popular phablet in the market?

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Note II

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The Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note II may both belong to the 'phablet' category, but cater to two very different audiences. The smaller Galaxy Note II offers precise input option of a stylus, and sports more internal storage, plus it takes better pictures and video, all for a slightly lower price. Meanwhile the larger Galaxy Mega 6.3 is meant mainly for media consumption and for those looking for the largest screen in a slim (somewhat) portable package.

Friday, May 3, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note II for Verizon receives Android 4.1.2 software update

Samsung-Galaxy-Note-2The Samsung Galaxy Note II for Verizon is now receiving the Android 4.1.2 software update. Users will receive a notification when the update is available for devices at which point you can initiate the update.

The Galaxy Note II features a 5.5 inch HD touch display, up to 64GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, 4G LTE connectivity, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary camera for video calls and is powered by a quad-core processor with 2GB of RAM.

The update will take around 30 to 45 minutes and brings several new features and improvements

Friday, April 12, 2013

Samsung Galaxy S IV vs. Samsung Galaxy Note II - Video Comparison

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While Samsung offers improved screen quality, the camera, processor and the software experience with the Samsung Galaxy S IV, fans of the Samsung Galaxy Note II would likely prefer the larger screen size and the S Pen functionality which are exclusives to the Note Series. If you are a fan of the Note II you would likely prefer waiting for the Note III before you upgrade, but if you are tired of the large size and need something more pocketable, check out the video comparison of the Galaxy S IV and the Galaxy Note II which follows:

Monday, March 18, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note II for T-Mobile receives software update which brings LTE support

T-Mobile is releasing an update for their Samsung Galaxy Note II which will bring Android 4.1.2 and the T889UVBMB4 software version. The update will introduce LTE compatibility for the device along with other improvements and enhancements from the latest version of .

You can download the update to your device over the air (OTA) once you receive the notification or by connecting your handset to your computer through the Samsung Kies software.

Monday, February 18, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note II for AT&T receives software update, fixes Exynos exploit

Samsung-Galaxy-Note-2AT&T has rolled out a software update for their Samsung Galaxy Note II on Friday for the devices running Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean. The update which is 8MB in size and updates the base-band to version I317UCAMA4 is aimed at closing the Exynos exploit which was discovered on Samsung devices. The update has already been released for the International Samsung Galaxy Note II and was also released for the Samsung Galaxy Note II for Verizon.

The exploit affects devices powered by Samsung’s Exynos 4210 or Exynos 4412 processors and allows any app installed on the device to be used to gain access to the device and wipe the memory or brick the device.

Saturday, February 9, 2013

[DEAL] Great discounts on the Google Nexus 4 and Samsung Galaxy Note II at Walmart


If you have been following our website, you may know that T-Mobile is selling the Nexus 4 for $49.99 on contract. As a result of the discounted price the stock of Google’s flagship smartphone has been running low and you miss out on a chance to get your hands on one of these elusive handset.

Now Walmart is also offering the Google Nexus 4 at $148 with a two-year contract. But if you are prefer something from Samsung’s lineup Walmart also has the Samsung Galaxy Note II in white for $278 on contract.

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 receives Android 4.1 Jelly Bean software update in Canada

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The Samsung Galaxy Note II devices in Canada are now receiving the  software update. This means that customers on Bell, Rogers, Telus and SaskTel will all get access to the latest version of Android. It is possible that more carriers will be added to the list soon.

The Galaxy Note II features a 5.5 inch HD touch display, up to 64GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary camera for video calls and is powered by a quad-core processor with 2GB of RAM.