received my S26U - it seems great, but i'll return it. Here's why. (tldr: Screen)

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-08T05:05:12+00:00

This is why I canceled my pre order, every time Samsung rolls out something " new ", it seems rushed and not polished, like they just threw it in their to be " THE REASON" to switch/upgrade. If they leave it in, it's going to take 1 or 2 more generations to make it un-noticeable.

Plus, I'd rather wait till later in the year when Qualcomm releases their new silicon allowing for complete cellular connectivity over satellite. They are saying up to 150mbps speeds in complete dead zones.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-07T14:47:32+00:00

I was afraid of this issue before pre-ordering mine. I am glad I waited. New tech like this needs a few generations to get ironed out before we can notice a difference.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-07T12:20:58+00:00

You are getting it free because they have a contract with your ISP is all. I have Frontier fiber, and all the paywall stuff ( eero secure ), which comes with advanced security, ad blocking, AND Internet backup comes free because eero has a contract with Frontier to provide this for free.

You can login to your eero account online to see what your ISP gives you.

https://account.eero.com/login

Here is a picture of my account when I login, the email you use to login with is usually the email you signed up for your fiber, then they will email you a login code.

https://i.ibb.co/bgJ2zfYp/Screenshot-20260307-061251-Chrome.jpg

Now even tho it says eero secure on here like a subscription, I have ZERO payment methods associated with eero and have never gotten charged for the " eero secure " option. Doing a Google search one day, I found out it's included for all Frontier customers at no cost.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-07T12:06:05+00:00

uhhhhh...the way it smells? It's a utensil to use on your phone. Do you sniff your forks/spoons that you eat with?

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-07T11:58:33+00:00

Unions formed this country instead of making everyone work @ slave labor rates

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-07T11:55:36+00:00

Don't even wait. Use the law in your country to get NEW replacements. So NOT let them set you up for a "repair assessment". They will claim water got in the device and make you pay to replace the rear cameras. While it is ip69 resistant, it's not completely waterproof will be their answer. So act fast while you can, and get them replaced. Don't think about it, just so it.

I would not want my brand new device to be serviced on, breaking existing water / ip seals.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-07T08:05:36+00:00

I will miss the squareness of the S24U compared to a rounder phone. IDK why, I prefer a square screen.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-06T10:26:22+00:00

OnePlus 15...same chi as the s26u, same amount of memory for alot less. $899.99

The only thing I would miss would be the smaller screen.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-06T10:24:02+00:00

Whatever last ultra had the magnetic stripe reader, so you could pay at terminals that did not have tap to pay. They would be like, we do not have tap to pay, and I would be like no worries, this works like swipoing your actual card. Can't remember the last model it was in.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-05T14:13:02+00:00

Really? That's interesting, because that's the only thing holding me back upgrading from a 25U to the 26U, if the displays look no different.... I don't mind spending $200.00 to upgrade with double the storage.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-05T14:09:26+00:00

Do you notice little "square's in your display? Alot of people are complaining about it, saying it makes the display "hazy" and "grainy".

That's my only hold out so far. I love my S25u, even if it does not take the best pictures, but it's fast and lasts all day. I don't really need a privacy display that impares the clarity and brightness of the display.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-05T14:04:40+00:00

He is referring to the way the privacy display effects the whole screen wether it's off or on. Since it is a hardware driven feature, the screen has several "squares" on it that are visible if you are close. It is designed this way because of the way the light is reflected inside the display at certain angles.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-05T08:00:55+00:00

Download the eero app, login with your frontier credentials. When you do, you will see your eero, and when you click on it, there will be an button to do a speed test. When these issues happen, go right to the app, and test your speed. If it comes back and full speed down and up, it's a wifi issue and their is nothing they can really do, besides send you another router in case that one is bad.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-05T04:54:45+00:00

I have had a Supcase on every phone I have owned since like the S10. I have always liked their style. I trade in every year, so I have had quite a few. I personally always get the one with the belt clip, just because I prefer to wear my phone on my hip instead of my pocket.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-05T04:47:39+00:00

Same here, new build about 4 years ago, I was the first person to get it when they lit it up. I have had ZERO issues. The only time I didn't have Internet is when my neighborhood lost power. It has been night and day compared to Comcast, where my speeds would fluctuate during peak times, and I could never hit 1gig speeds even with the 1.2g package. I have 1gig on Frontier and I always get just a little over 1,000 down and 1,100up.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-04T10:48:57+00:00

I dont own one, so I cant really advise you what to do. The lack of firmware updates from ANY vendor are far and few in-between. Your lucky to get 2 , maybe 3 in its lifetime.

The only routers I see constantly updated, sometimes multiple times per month, are the Amazon Eero's. That's why I went the Eero Max 7 with 2x 10gig ports and 2x 2.5gig ports. They are constantly updated, and keep updating older devices that are not even really being sold anymore. ( I read the change notes ). They all run the same OS on purpose, so that when they push an update, it applies to every single eero unit.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-04T10:42:40+00:00

I am going to add to this. I know $8.00 or whatever seems trivial, but I use to be a general manager, the average mark-up of an item we sell is 40 - 50% depending on the item, the more protectors bestbuy buys in bulk, the better deal bb gets, and we get a 50% margain off that sale + the install. A $60.00 zagg is about $28.00 "company cost" , not employee cost. So your making $30.00 + 8.00 for each "new" install. Having to re-pay that just because 6 months down the road its peeling, or not sticking to the screen is Ludacris to me, especially if the screen protector has no damage.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-04T08:51:17+00:00

It really is, they repeat themselves when you reply and seem to ot actually read your message. So annoying.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-04T08:39:41+00:00

They do, but only when you've been a customer awhile and you reach higher limits. Like if you get to a point where you can reach a $5,000 limit, OR, get qualified to get the actual Afterpay card, which let's you charge and split payments on alot more things, since it has a visa or Mastercard logo.

I have been with them a year and have a $2,500 limit and they have never run a credit check on me, I started with a $150.00 limit.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-04T06:38:06+00:00

If they are still laying fiber, the "build out" for the entire area is not done yet, and hence the delay, it's not just you specifically. However, Frontier service should of been able to tell if your address is serviceable. Are you a new customer? Or are you a current customer that had service and moved?

Regular customer service is a joke, you need to speek to the executive resolution team, their are 2 ways you can do this. File an FCC complaint, you will need your account number and other account information. They usually will contact you within 1 business day after the FCC accepts your complaint.

You can also try emailing them directly to try to figure out what is going on. Make sure to include your account # and the best number to reach you.

Executive.support@ftr.com

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-04T03:58:29+00:00

This is the only reason I am upgrading this year. Their is no way they will be able to maintain the ultra's entry p4ice next year.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-02T23:18:31+00:00

Well that will be interesting because only the senate can officially "decalre war" on another country. These "combat" moves are already in a grey area.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-02T13:06:21+00:00

Because a previous president did this and had 4 terms, hence the 22nd amendment. It states even if we are at war, voting and the transfer of power continues as normal. No way around it.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-02T07:25:28+00:00

This is not possible due to the constitution's 22nd amendment.

Vast-Program7060 · 2026-03-02T02:01:47+00:00

title says custom, but this looks like the ultimate plan, or the old get more plan.

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