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Nov

Samsung Announces Protective Flip Cover Multicolor Bundles For Galaxy S III And Galaxy Note II

Posted by Eric Ravenscraft in Galaxy Note II, Galaxy S III, News

Remember that odd plastic piece on the back of the Nexus 10? You could remove the part and replace it with a smart cover that remains physically attached to your device. Well, if you've wanted that same action on your Galaxy S III or Note II, now's your chance. Samsung's protective flip covers are going on sale.

Much like on the Nexus 10, these accessories will require that a part be entirely replaced in favor of an always-attached case. Only this time, it's the battery cover. As you can see in the pictures above, this flip cover is embedded in the rear of the phone and folds over to cover the screen.

Nov

Samsung Releases Galaxy Premier And Verizon Note II Source Code

Posted by David Ruddock in Development, Galaxy Note II, Galaxy Premier, News

Samsung's released the open source code for the Galaxy Premier (GT-9260), as well as the Verizon version of the Galaxy Note II (SCH-I605), which just had its official sale details announced a few minutes ago.

Hit up the source links to get your code on.

Samsung Open Source: VZW Note II, Galaxy Premier

Nov

Verizon And Samsung Finally Announce The Galaxy Note II Release Date: Available Beginning November 29th For $300

Posted by Cameron Summerson in Galaxy Note II, News, Verizon Wireless

Hey Verizon customers - I bet you've been jealous watching all the Note II action on other carriers, haven't you? We've seen the releases come, and Amazon Wireless slash prices for basically all versions of the device. Still, everyone on Verizon was left wanting. Good news! Big Red just announced that the Note II will be available beginning tomorrow, November 29th for $300 with a two-year agreement.

So, if you can handle the obtrusive branding on the home button and are willing to dedicate two more years of your mobile life to VZW, you can stroll right into a Verizon retail store and walk out with your very own Note II first thing tomorrow.

Nov

[Deal Alert] AT&T's Galaxy Note II Now $175 For New Customers, $200 For Upgrades From Amazon Wireless

Posted by Cameron Summerson in AT&T, Deals, Galaxy Note II, News

Over the past couple weeks, we've watched Amazon Wireless continuously drop the price of the Galaxy Note II across various carriers, and AT&T's version of the behemoth is the latest to face the price-cutting ax. Effective today, customers who sign a new agreement with Big Blue can grab this powerhouse phablet for $175 - the lowest price we've seen yet on the device. If you're an existing customer looking to upgrade to the Note II, don't sweat too hard - it's only $200 for you.

That's a minimum of $100 off of what AT&T is asking for this device, and $125 cheaper if you're signing a new contract.

Nov

[Deal Alert] Unlocked Galaxy Note II (3G) Just $549 On eBay Daily Deals

Posted by David Ruddock in Deals, Galaxy Note II, Samsung

It's a deal kind of day (it's Black Friday, after all), and we've got another one to add to your list: the unlocked GSM version of the Galaxy Note II is just $550 on eBay Daily Deals, with free shipping included.

Now remember - this particular variant of the Note II has no LTE support on board, just good 'ol HSPA+. Still, this is a great deal on an already pricey phone - $30 less than the lowest price we've seen. I'm actually using one right now, and Samsung's definitely made something special here.

One caveat on this deal is that California residents are required to pay sales tax, which at this price ends up bringing the total cost to just a hair under $600.

Nov

[Deal Alert] Sprint's Galaxy Note II Just $199 For New Customers, $250 For Upgrades From Amazon Wireless

Posted by Cameron Summerson in Deals, Galaxy Note II, News, Sprint

Three days ago, Amazon dropped the price of Sprint's Note II to $230 for new customers, but the white version was excluded. Today, it has dropped the price yet again, and this time it's good for both the gray and white variants.

Effective now, you can now grab a Note II with a new agreement on The Now Network for $199. The price for upgrades has also been dropped by $30 - from $280 to $250. This is the best deal that we've seen for Samsung's next-gen phablet - but remember, Cyber Monday's just around the corner. Who knows what kind of great deals it may - or may not - bring.

Nov

[Deal Alert] Titanium Gray Samsung Galaxy Note II On Sprint $229 (was $299) For New Customers From Amazon Wireless

Posted by Cameron Summerson in Deals, Galaxy Note II, News, Sprint

Amazon Wireless has been on a roll lately. Yesterday, they dropped the price of the Optimus G and a slew of Verizon phones, and today they've taken a bite out of the titanium variant of Sprint's Galaxy Note II for new customers. Originally $299, you can now score this powerhouse not-quite-a-tablet-but-more-than-a-phone handset for just $229 when you sign a new contract with The Now Network. Sorry current Sprint subscribers - you'll have to shell out $280 for this device.

Strangely, this deal is only for the titanium gray version and doesn't apply to the white one. The price may very well drop later to match that of the gray variant, but at the time of writing, it's still listed for $280.

Nov

AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II Drops To $249.99 ($50 Off) On Amazon Wireless

Posted by Ryan Whitwam in AT&T, Deals, Galaxy Note II, News

Do you have a hankering for a big phone? Before you answer, know that I'm talking about a massive mobile phone with a stylus here. Well, there's a big phone deal going on if you're willing to hitch your wagon to AT&T for two years. Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Note II is on sale for just $249.99.

The Note II is selling for $300 or more on other carriers, and AT&T itself is still asking $300 from the unwashed masses. But you know better, right? Just head over to Amazon, and you can get the black or white version of the device and save fifty bucks.

Nov

Galaxy Note II Gets Official CyanogenMod Support, First CM10 Nightly Already Out

Posted by Cameron Summerson in Galaxy Note II, News

Despite having past issues with Exynos processors, the CyanogenMod team has already released the first CM10 nightly for the international version of the Galaxy Note II. This is, of course, brings stock Android 4.1.2 to the oversized handset.

Definition: A "nightly" is a bleeding edge release that is built on a daily basis, usually at night after a full day's worth of new code has been committed.

It could oftentimes be unstable and not properly tested, lacking any changelogs, but eventually evolving into alphas, betas, release candidates, and finally stable releases.

If you plan on giving this a shot, don't forget to grab the appropriate GApps package, too.

Nov

PSA: The Galaxy Note II Is Available On AT&T Starting Today For $300 On Contract

Posted by Eric Ravenscraft in AT&T, Galaxy Note II, News

It's finally arrived! The Galaxy Note II, which went up for pre-order back in October, has now gone on sale in AT&T stores and online. The Verizon version, for those of you who like be-uglied home buttons, won't be coming around for another couple of weeks, so sit tight. Otherwise, it's time to get your giant phone on!

Of course, the Note II is $300 on contract. That's a pretty hefty price tag on any day, and after Google announced the Nexus 4 for $350 off contract, it's going to get even harder for people to justify so much up front.