It's really not that shocking that Samsung Galaxy Note 3 would be slightly bigger on display compared to Note 2. We saw this one coming. And we know that one is lonely, two is a couple, and three is a crowd, so what else should we know about Samsung Galaxy Note 3? And is it possible that the hot phablet in the market still has its cons? Let's take a look at the four-one-one of Samsung's latest monster phone entry.
Perhaps quite known to all, ever since Samsung launched its Note series, it has been in the pedestal alongside the Galaxy S series. We were easily drawn into its big if not "humongous for a phone" display that is, of course, unparalleled despite the increasing number of competition as of late. With Samsung's official launching of Samsung Galaxy Note 3, we were made very aware that it boasts a bevy of upgraded specs such as a relatively bigger 5.7-inch 1080p display, quad-core Snapdragon 800, 3GB of RAM, Android 4.3, and improved S Pen features. Let us also not forget that it comes with an optional, polarizing high-end watch, The Galaxy Gear.
Samsung is well known not only for its high-end phones but also for its consistency in terms of design and form factor (we are actually avoiding the lack of originality in design). Nonetheless, every gadget has minimal improvement in terms of aesthetics, especially for its Galaxy Note 3. Although it does not resemble Galaxy Note 2 due to its much straighter lines and less curvaceous corners, we can still see that it is an evolution of the Galaxy S4. Its 5.95 inches tall, 3.1 inches wide, and 0.33 inch deep, so it's pretty much an unchanged version of its predecessor in terms of size, only narrower and thinner and only 0.1 mm longer. What's more important to note is the fact that it has shed a fraction of an ounce from being 6.35 oz to 5.93 oz, which is again a pro or an advantage, granting that the Note 2 and its hardware specs are so 2012.
But there are always the cons. In terms of appearance, Samsung still lacks that premium feel. Giving the galaxy Note 3 that faux-metal finish just doesn't make the cut. An upgrade to an actual metallic band could have made the phablet look more stunning and feel more premium, texture and quality-wise. Nonetheless, material issues aside, Samsung has given the device a more ridged edge - a design inspired by the pages of books - which actually adds a more pleasant feel to the touch.
The "leather-like" textured back with faux stitching on the sides is also an interesting feat. This is actually a notable change since it is an obvious upgrade from the Galaxy Note 2's rather glossy and slippery back case. What's good about this feature is it doesn't have that cheap material feel to it. Many were even convinced at first (prior to the phablet's release) that Samsung has finally got it all figured out by incorporating leather material on its new offering. Well, that's all wishful thinking for now, but still this is a major improvement despite using that same polycarbonate material.
The display of the Galaxy Note 3 is way better than its predecessor's (although not noticeable at a single glance). Sporting a 1920x1080 full HD Super AMOLED screen and with a pixel density of 386 ppi, this new device certainly beats the Note 2 in the phablet entry, which only has 267 ppi. That is if you are counting. Colors appear brighter and more vibrant. Viewing angles are excellent for videos and the contrast and brightness really make images pop. The device even beats the great outdoors, since users do not need to set the brightness to extreme levels just so the screen can remain visibly clear. But this is still subject to the brightness of the area where the user is and the angle of the sun hitting the phone's screen.
The Galaxy Note 3 takes pride on its 2.3GHz quad-core processor or 1.9GHz octa-core processor (varies by region) which is one of the fastest if not the fastest processor in the market today. Coupled with its 3GB of RAM, users will definitely notice its top-of-the-line performance, making it unrivalled not only in the phablet category but as well as in the mobile phone category. Nevertheless, Samsung incorporated the same 3,200mAh battery found in Note 2 to this supposed-to-be "upgrade-all" installment. Although the company has maintained that this will suffice, many still question if it makes sense to have a 3,200mAh battery in a bigger display and a greater processor.
Another magic trick the company has added to this device to make it more compelling are the new and genuinely useful S Pen apps on its Action Command menu. There's Action Memo, Scrap Booker, Screen Write, and a handful of other easy action commands that make the phablet experience even more interesting. All these just give the Galaxy Note 3 an obvious edge compared to the Note 2 and other phablet devices.
The bottom line is Samsung Galaxy Note 3 has its cons. It lacks high-end hardware finish, questionable battery life, and is relatively expensive. But these cons are easily overshadowed by its ostensibly advantageous feats such as its beautiful 1080p display, lightning-fast performance, and genuinely useful S Pen apps. Furthermore, it is quite undeniable that this installment, with or without the Galaxy Gear, is unchallenged in every mobile phone advancement category.
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