Galaxy S

**ua549** · 08-18-2010, 07:28 AM

Nokia called to tell me the N8 wouldn't be released on 24 August as they originally indicated. The new date 20 September. So I canceled my pre-order and purchased a Galaxy S from AT&T. The downside is that AT&T won't provide unlock codes for 10 months per a US Court order. I'll have to buy an unlocked handset for travel.

I started to explore it last night, but quickly ran out of battery power since it only had a 50% charge initially. So far it seems to be pretty good except the GPS navigation map downloads are a bit slow over "n" WiFi.

**Colossus** · 08-18-2010, 10:39 AM

Nice, I wanted a Galaxy S but it seemed large and Verizon does not have a release date yet.

However I will be pickup Samsungs 7" Tablet with the Galaxy S.

**James** · 08-18-2010, 12:40 PM

Originally Posted by ua549

So far it seems to be pretty good except the GPS navigation map downloads are a bit slow over "n" WiFi.

As a side note on the GPS: There is a known issue with GPS location fixes on the Galaxy S hardware.
http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/17/s...nd-what-to-do/

**Johnmcl7** · 08-18-2010, 01:36 PM

The Galaxy S Pro looks appealing as it's one of the few Android handsets to have a phyiscal keyboard although I don't like their Iphone-like UI.

John

**ua549** · 08-18-2010, 07:17 PM

Actually the unit I purchased has an update installed. So far there are 6 out of 7 satellites locked in consistently. GPS was a primary concern of mine as I was fully aware of the issues. Battery life isn't very good, but at least I have a spare. I got a half a day per battery today, my first 24 hours of actual use. I bought a 32GB SanDisk MicroSDHC that should arrive by Friday. I got it from Verizon Wireless for $99 with free shipping. The list price is $199. (A few months ago Verizon sold them for $50.)

Also there is a Samsung utility, Kies, that is a must have, but not normally available in the USA. One just has to tell the server they are in the UK.

**proxops-pete** · 08-19-2010, 10:12 AM

Shoot... I'm waiting for 32 GB micro SD card to drop to about $50 myself...
Will be on the lookout...

**ua549** · 08-19-2010, 11:37 AM

I don't see that happening anytime soon. There are other brands that are less expensive, but I always buy SanDisk.

I ordered about 5 pm ET yesterday and it was delivered this morning about 10:30 am.

**proxops-pete** · 08-20-2010, 06:35 PM

What "other" brands are we talking about?!

**ua549** · 08-20-2010, 06:57 PM

Verbatim and Kingston come immediately to mind. There may be others available as well.

**proxops-pete** · 08-23-2010, 12:15 PM

I wouldn't mind those brands... any links to share?

**ua549** · 08-23-2010, 05:23 PM

Here you go.

**nicelife2010** · 08-25-2010, 05:13 AM

Originally Posted by ua549

Here you go.

looks nice choice

**proxops-pete** · 08-25-2010, 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by ua549

Here you go.

smart alec!

I already knew that... I was under the impression that if it was more generic brands, price for 32 GB micro SD card was below $50. None show in that price range!

I could've told you that I found some over $100!

**Colossus** · 08-25-2010, 02:46 PM

32GB Micro SD is still over $100 so clearly you wont find one for $50... Unless you find a special / deal.

**ua549** · 08-25-2010, 02:52 PM

Verizon has the best product for the money @ $100.

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