Samsung Note 3 Clone from China, will it work in USA?

[GTime66]

All the tech specs match the AT&T/Samsung specs except for battery strength. That's not a big deal to me because I always carry a spare.

My question is...

Has anyone bought a clone phone from Asia/China and activate on the USA AT&T network? Did you just has to swap your SIM card if you already had a smart phone?

I'd like to get a Note 3 clone but don't want to droop $250 and HOPE it works. Thoughts? Any input will be appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[designerpickups]

I don't know about this - networks have gone smarter in detecting your device. Samsung wouldn't even allow US Note3's to work on European carriers. It might work on AT&T if the device registers itself as an unidentified smartphone.

I recently switched from iPhone to Note3 and I must say it is an amazing phablet. I would recommend against getting the clone - not worth the hassle. You could spend that $250 on a decent rep instead.

 

[GTime66]

I don't know about this - networks have gone smarter in detecting your device. Samsung wouldn't even allow US Note3's to work on European carriers. It might work on AT&T if the device registers itself as an unidentified smartphone.

I recently switched from iPhone to Note3 and I must say it is an amazing phablet. I would recommend against getting the clone - not worth the hassle. You could spend that $250 on a decent rep instead.

Thanks! Was hooping to see some feedback since the clones have onlt been available for about a month. Of course the seller says it works on AT&T and does accepts returns but I don't want to hassle with that stuff.

Thanks for the info. You just made me want the N3 even more! LOL! I do have the S3, so I might me able to get over my moment of weakness.

:unsure2:

 

[trailboss99]

It should work but "clone" will be stretching the description.
The software will be generic Android at best, Java at worst.

You want a good cheap phablet? Buy the Kogan and flash to your desired flavor of 'droid: http://www.kogan.com/au/buy/agora-50-dual-core-smartphone/ We have a half dozen of these here, great phone for the bux.

 

[GTime66]

It should work but "clone" will be stretching the description.
The software will be generic Android at best, Java at worst.

You want a good cheap phablet? Buy the Kogan and flash to your desired flavor of 'droid: http://www.kogan.com/au/buy/agora-50-dual-core-smartphone/ We have a half dozen of these here, great phone for the bux.

Thanks! That does look like a sweet deal but I already have the Galaxy S3.

Hell, I should sell that and pick up one of these!

 

[GTime66]

It should work but "clone" will be stretching the description.
The software will be generic Android at best, Java at worst.

You want a good cheap phablet? Buy the Kogan and flash to your desired flavor of 'droid: http://www.kogan.com/au/buy/agora-50-dual-core-smartphone/ We have a half dozen of these here, great phone for the bux.

Boss,

You thoughts on this? If this is against the rules, you can certainly delete it. I am NOT the seller. Just wanting opinions on this. Thank you!

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Pefe...laxy-n9000-1-1-note-3-MTk6589/1350593788.html

 

[designerpickups]

Don't take chances when it comes to electronics (especially the expensive ones).
A cellphone is your most important tool during an emergency - do you really want to gamble on its functionality?

 

[designerpickups]

Thanks for the info. You just made me want the N3 even more! LOL! I do have the S3, so I might me able to get over my moment of weakness.

:unsure2:

Go for it (the real thing) you will love it!

 

[GTime66]

Go for it (the real thing) you will love it!

Touche on your first point.

Enabler! LOL!

 

[Redmondis]

I say someone should be brave and take a punt. Then this trailblazer can let us know if it's worth it or not, that will be the real proof.

 

[GTime66]

I say someone should be brave and take a punt. Then this trailblazer can let us know if it's worth it or not, that will be the real proof.

Maybe a group of us chip in some $$$ and buy one and have someone activate it on ATT.