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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1924 reviews

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Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the Galaxy Note5's camera quality, screen size, and battery life, with many praising its ease of use and the included stylus and S Pen. Positive feedback also highlights the phone's features, design, and performance. However, some users expressed disappointment over the lack of expandable storage and the absence of an SD card slot. The non-removable battery was also a point of concern for some customers.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased for business use. Had extra features we didn't think we would need, but have found them very useful. Great improvement over our other phones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Surprised myself on just how useful the note is, being able to write directly on the phone and organize notes has been a life saver in work meetings.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have always been impressed with Samsung products. This product is no different, I really like it. Takes great pictures, even better than the iPhone6.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Size not a problem.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My biggest issue before buying this was the size - but in the end, it does not feel that much larger than my Galaxy S4. I love the pen function - especially the ability (new for the 5) to sign and edit PDFs - useful for work. There are a few kinks still being worked out, but I think they are more Android related than specific to the phone. The Smart switch app allowed me to transfer all apps, wifi settings (including passwords), music,etc from my old phone to this new one - and they did it in store so I didn't waste data. It worked perfectly - a huge time saver.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Note 5

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best phone to date. The camera on the phone alone will be equal to any point and shoot camera. The speed of phone is faster than a lot of lap tops

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Basically satisfied

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the larger screen and the ability to write instead of type. The fact that the stylus has to be inserted a certain way otherwise it ruins the phone is a major flaw, as it can very easily be inserted incorrectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Another Homerun from Samsung

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great new upgrades to the Note 5. Fingerprint access, quick touch camera, and higher picture quality. If you're a Note fan, you won't be disappointed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have had my phone for about 6 months now and love it. Screen is a perfect size for me. I don't use the pen very much but it's there if I need it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the Note 5 when my Note 2 screen shattered, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. There are a few features that are especially helpful like the action memo which allows you to make quick notes without having to unlock the phone, and the scrolling screenshot which allows you to capture as much information on the screen as you desire. The only downside to the phone is that you can't get picture texts while on a call. My Note 2 could do it, so I'm not sure why Samsung didn't keep that feature. Try the Note 5 and you will not be sorry!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone is an upgrade from my Note 2. Note 5 is an excellent phone and Samsung has done a great job.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Battery life, Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    User friendly

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent phone, long battery life, great camera, very user friendly

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great, new Galaxy phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was looking for a new camera. This phone was recommended because of the quality of pictures it takes. Great camera and great phone!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Yay for the Stylus!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first smart phone. The in-phone stylus was the determining factor for me choosing the Samsung Note 5 over an Apple phone. I am thrilled with the whole phone although I am still in the learning stage.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use and easy to see

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like the ability to type/text on characters that I can see and easily use with fat fingers. Battery stays charged. Like the android platform.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought the Note for our son. He loves it. The ability to write on o It with the stylus is convenient.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best phone I have ever owned. Real nice screen resolution, nice to view the screen. I haven't found anything about it I don't like.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Note is very advanced and easy to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone has many new features than S5. I like the wireless charging and speed charging. The figure lock is improved. Really like size of Note.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Galaxy Note 5

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love all of the features of my new phone and the camera is fantastic.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love my note 5

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great phone. Haven't had any problems yet. It is a little heavy and big but I am getting used to it. There are so many features - takes a while to figure out what they all are. Would recommend this phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very good smartphone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far I am very satisfied using the Samsung Galaxy Note 5. I haven't used all its features yet, but what I have used, I'm very satisfied with. Its very easy to use, however I am somewhat computer savvy.

    I would recommend this to a friend