Note 9 and Note 8 in my opinion were the best phones Samsung had ever created.After almost 4 years my Note 9 is still holding up perfectly and I don't feel any need to upgrade as long as it's working as it should. I never had any issues with it no screen burn in or anything like that. It truly was meant to last a long time.
@@makk634 ah ok. The note 9 is still my favorite phone I've owned to date I still have it but the screen is shattered past the glass 😢. I would have kept going with it . Have the s22 ultra now . Note 9 is still king in my opinion.
The Note 9 was ahead of its time it could hardware wise easily carry the newer UI and OS of the newer models tbh. If only they would keep updating the Note 9 I would keep using it for years more to come, but I do feel for the S23U
@@edwardhernandez3565 Enjoying the Samsung S23 Ultra. Feels and looks more premium. Wired headphones on the Note 9 sounds better than the wireless buds with the Ultra though.
I'm looking to do the same thing this week. Dropped the note in my car and fucked up the screen figured it was time to get a little upgrade. How do you like the ultra?
I switch from note 9 to s23 ultra, I already miss the back part of the fingerprint sensor, the features of pulling down the notification panel. The volume key and s pen location feels so weird. S23 ultra is quite a big upgrade, but as an average person, if your note 9 is still working well, then I not recommended to change. My opinion
@Hewhoremains you can control the notification panel by sliding up/down on the fingerprint sensor (note 9). The location of the s23 ultra's fingerprint sensor makes this feature redundant.
Bruh way to lay out my biggest reservations in upgrading😅 My only problem with the note 9 is the battery has gone to shit. With how heavy I use it, i have to top off my battery in the morning, charge it to about full around lunch and again in the evening around dinner Once i heard s23 battery could last up to 1 day easy, maybe 2, the decision has been weighing on me hard
There's also no more iris scanner, heart rate and SpO2 sensor, no VR support, punchole cam instead of infinity display, S-Pen now on the left (less accessible), speaker grille on the right (you'll block it with your hand when gaming in landscape). I was surprised by some of these when "upgrading" from the Note9 to Note20 Ultra. The fingerprint was reliable before with it's edges and now I still can't hit the invisible one correctly after two years. I mean you'll probably want a new phone no matter what, I'm just saying don't get too excited :D. Going from the Note9 was the 1st time I felt weird about a new phone. Even the upgrade from Note8 to 9 there was a 'wow' effect with those new stereo speakers but how can u be excited when they rob you of some functions that you actually use? That said I think the Note20 Ultra is the most beautiful phone ever created, so at least it's a looker 😂.
No sd, no sale. The 9 was also the last to wirelessly interface with the magnetic reader in card readers. Very nice when leave your wallet, and the store does not support mobile payment.
I upgraded from note to s23... Not to forget the note 9 is the beast that Samsung ever made. For daily usage and looks note 9 is always the pick for you. S23 ultra is for camera and gaming. I don't see much difference. In the brightness and display unless you go for direct sunlight. Note 9 is came in 2018 but still can give tough competition for the 2023 smartphones.
My main phone is iPhone 13 Pro Max, Note 9 I grabbed in 2019 as a backup...but wow, I was impressed! The customization, expandable storage, I missed my fingerprint sensor AND headphone jack...yep, all these little Android features Apple was lagging at the time, still do. Still have my Note9 and yeah it's a bit sluggish, I still love this thing. And I just may pick up a S23 at some point, the price on these after a year is pretty awesome. Plus, that screen ...a full screen, no "pill, dynamic notch" --whatever, LOL -- is just beautiful!
My wife has the 13 pro max and I must admit I was very tempted to upgrade to it from my Note 9. I just don't want to lose all of my android phone's features that I've grown to love and depend on
Yup, 5 year Note 9 user and still loving it. Never upgraded cuz nothing ever seemed worth it & still doesn't. Only watching this video since phone company offering the new S23 & I know software will eventually be an issue 😔
I've been using my note 9 for almost the same amount of years as you I absolutely love the note9 it but im getting the s23 tomorrow due to having a offer for a free upgrade
Feeling exactly the same as you, Note 9 is approaching 5 years, and there's nothing on the market that seems appealing. Photo Quality seems great, still snappy. I can't seem to find a phone anymore that has a fast processor, good screen, IP 68, HF jack, with expandable storage and S pen. I've done some googling, and it seems security updates aren't actually a big issue. just install an anti-virus, use your phone properly, and VPN for public networks.
After almost 6 years, I've just upgraded from the Note 8 to the Note 9. I, frankly, don't see anything else worth the upgrade. Gonna be sticking with the Note 9 for just-as long or even longer.
Thanks for the review! I've had my Note 9 for 4+ years and I've only had minimal issues like slight screen burns and some slowness but it still works great. I guess I'll hold out a little longer but the S23 Ultra does seem nice! Especially for digital art which is what I do so it may be worth the upgrade!
The Note 9 has a glass back. It's a gorgeous phone. I am on my 23Ultra now, and I will miss the SD card slot. Everyone wears earbuds now,so the jack, idc. But the design I'll miss. I have to send Verizon my Note 9 once they send me the box for it. They have me almost a thousand for it. I kept it mint. But damn, I'm gonna miss you Notey!
Last time I had Bluetooth headphones they were Beats Solo 2, whenever the battery ran out, I pulled out the aux cable and plugged into the headphone jack. Never got the appeal of these earbuds. Apple just might have to bring iPod back. I need a portable music player with a headphone jack.
I'm here because I am finally upgrading from my Note 9 to a new phone. and I want it to be as close to the Note 9 as possible so I am going with the 23 Ultra. After 5 years of constant use, IE. Gaming, Doordash/Uber job, constant phone calls and just putting it through the ringer, its finally not living through the day battery wise. Infact, if I were to sit on Tiktok or TH-cam for about 2 hours, the phone would be dead. It's also not giving me all my calls, and text messages are starting to come through late. I hate upgrading unless I have to. So this is a fantastic comparison video and has sold me on the S23 Ultra! Hopefully this one can last me 5 years like the Note 9! I will say I have gotten use to the unlock sensor on the back, and its gonna drive me crazy getting out of that mindset!
Sounds like we are in very similar boats. Did you pull the trigger yet? If so what are your thoughts? I think i can manage with my Note 9 until a sale pops up a bit later in the year, but I gotta make up my mind. I've been consider the fold 5 that's coming out as an alternative, but I'm not 100% in love with the aspect ratio, but the large inner screen for notes is compelling
I moved from note 9, what i miss, led notification light, fingerscanner behind, iris scanner, heart sensor. I feel i Just bought a Phone With a better camera.
Thank you for this comparaison. I watched this video on my Galaxy Note 9. I have seen that the update software on the Galaxy Note 9 was establisched at Android 10. My concerning, I have never can installed Android 10, because it wasn't available.
Thx so much for the great comparison. My Note9 still works perfectly 99.5% of the time. I've had it for around 4 years (the longest phone I've ever owned). Due to the 0.5% glitches or overheating, I was just wondering what will be the best to upgrade to. This is looking tempting, though I'm not keen on earbuds, so will need a USB-C new wired set if I trade this in. While I keep thinking (and maybe looking), I'll certainly be watching the comparisons and overviews on this site, aa you really covered most details. Possibly throwing in some Office 365/email type software comparisons would also be good as I personally use my phone as my mini computer when I'm mobile.
I just upgraded from my 2017 Galaxy Note 8 to the Galaxy Note 9, and man, that MicroSD card slot is a must have if you value privacy but still want tto back-up your data. After almost 6 years (longest I've ever used a Smartphone), my Note 8 died on me (it was my first Samsung Phone), won't turn on due to some storage/RAM issue (per the repair shop I took it to). Fortunately, I have been regularly backing-up much of my data via Titanium Backup to my MicroSD card, and my Camera was configured to ALWAYS save new images to my MicroSD card. So, there wasn't much data lost. Now, I can never settle for anything lacking a MicroSD card slot, and the privacy-violating cloud is in no way a suitable replacement.
I use a Fold 3 as my daily. But still use my 512 GB Note 9 as my Dex device. Ran it the full 3 years...never crashed or froze even once. the current trade in deal for the Note 9 has me thinking about just getting the S23 Ultra to cash in on that savings. I can get it $800 out the door. But I think theyll be offering really great deal on Ultra later in the year. For now I use the Note 9 with Innocn 15.5" OLED monitor I got for under $200. Two OLED displays is awesome.
I'm also upgrading my Note 9 to Galaxy s23 soon. So thanks for the video. I'm only pissed that it doesn't have the jackphone plug... But I can live with that I guess...
you can plug in a usb-c wired headset to the Ultra, or get the small USB-C to 3.5mm adaptor, the charger and headset have been combined but you can get the small Y adaptor to do both, no big deal!! Also, get the 528Gb Ultra to solve the lack of space.
Looking to upgrade now. Love my note 9 and would have no reason to upgrade till lately. I haven't been getting a few calls lately. Calls wont even show up as miss call or in the recent call log. Not sure if this is a phone problem or carrier.
@@DubTheFiend I was on tmobile. Happened a few times and then I switched to mint(because of price, not the no connection problem). About a week in it Happened again a few times. About a month ago I switched to an Amazon renew samsung s21 ultra. Hasn't happened since and still on mint. Leads me to think the phone was the problem. On the note9, I would have to remove the sim or power down the phone to get reconnected.
Wonder whether those tiny, almost unnoticeable improvements are worth the 1400€. If you ask me, nope. Will rather stick to my note 9 until its last breath, unless Samsung or any other producer comes up with something way better. Just me...
The s23 ultra is the best phone I've ever used and owned coming from the s10 plus and why i gave the a53 to my mother. The Samsung s23 ultra is better than the iPhone 14 pro max and Pixel no comparison, and I've used all 3. For those of us who know tech, we always knew Samsung was way more fun to use with more capabilities than the iPhone. I used to be an apple sheep many, many years ago, and then I transitioned and never went back. I remember apple phones being the most boring limited phones I've used. The only thing I use on my old iPhone 6s is the imessage period. Even using the 14 pro max irritates me because my s23 ultra does way more. Also, the camera is way better than the iPhone and more fun unlimited features. IPhone sometimes give the perception of better battery because it doesnt do anything basically. Now, with the pixel, I don't prefer the operating system, but I respect the pixel camera. Only gripe I have is the missing micro SD card. When it comes to those things like edge panel multi tasking, S Pen capabilities , 10 x perfect clarity, UHD 60 and hdr 10 video , all those unlimited features are close to perfect. The s23 ultra is the most value for the money, no comparison! However I will say the Sony Xperia V 1 with the micro SD card and headphone jack has impressed me and it will be the next one I get even despite the lack of facial recognition! Samsung should have left those old features like the note 9 and s10 plus and i even complained to them to bring those old features back
Really liked my note 9 but I'm glad I finally upgraded to the 23 Ultra. And as much money as I paid for both phones I probably be waiting that long again before I upgrade.
crazy how phone are good now, I upgraded from Oneplus 5 (2017) to S23U, and the difference is NOT massive. Overcomsumption is very bad, and I think note 9 wont worth the ''upgrade''
I'm still using note 9. Everything is unexpectadly good. The only one disadvantage is battery. On mobile data it is lasting for about 2 up to 3 hours on screnn, while on wifi about 3.5 to 4h.
A year later: I ordered the S24 but I'm already having buyers remorse and it hasn't even arrived yet. My Note 9 is fine. In this vid i see little practical improvement with the S23, and the 24 is almost the same as the 23. I might return the S24 as soon as I get it, supposedly tomorrow.
Note 9 is the best device I ever owned and it's working fine but the screen's starting to burn. Now I'm torn about whether to get an S23 or S23 Ultra. The latter seems heavy and very expensive but an S-pen might be something I'll miss.
Samsung used to be the best for cramming in the maximum amount of top quality features into a phone. Apple's selling point seemed to be it's simple eco-system and minimal options. Now Samsung seems to have sold its soul and become just like Apple to the point that i'm genuinely considering jumping ship from Samsung to Apple juice cos i genuinely see barely any difference between Galaxy and Iphone these days. They are all just slabs of glass with three cameras, no headphone port, no expandable storage, no chargers in the box and both absurdly expensive. I literally may as well get an Iphone at this rate unless i exclusively want an S-Pen. And as a current Note 9 user this depresses me a lot.
Lol I still have the note 9. The screen cracked last year from dropping something heavy on it. So I had to upgrade to the s22 ultra. If I didn't cracked the screen I would have kept going with it. Note 9 is my favorite note over the years
My toddler cracked my Note 9 screen earlier this year and so i have just upgraded to the S23 Ultra after 4 years. This is my honest opinion: The S23 Ultra is incredible and the improvements it brings to the table do just about outweigh the lack of SD card, Headphone jack and Iris scanner support. It is so pleasant and fluid to use and while just about everything has been improved i am most in love with the massive and silky smooth display, the ridiculously good battery life and the cameras which quite simply blow my trusty Note 9 out of the water. Having said all of that... if my Note 9 wasn't broken i would have happily continued using it for at least another year. Yes it's no longer getting updates, but it is still extremely capable and actually includes more hardware features than any newer flagships seem to have. I do also miss the rear fingerprint scanner that i previously used to bring down the notifications no matter what app i was in. In conclusion: if you have a Galaxy Note 9 that's still working well and in good condition, keep using it and treasure it while you still can! Save those pennies for the S24 or even the S25 if you can last that long. But if your Note 9 is broken i would not recommend buying the same phone again as support for it from various apps is only going to get worse while a new phone will have plenty of life for years to come
Have a Note 20 Ultra and refreshed it with a new battery and it really sped up. Updated to software it was limited to and it still gets security updates here in 2024. Have an S22 ultra and iPhone 12 promax and love all three. Use Note 20 ultra as daily driver, beciase t is thin, big screen, lightweight and works great! and s22 ultra on wifi at home. 12 promax secure and pay. My bills.
The fiercest competition is between the ugliness of the camera setups. It's close, but I think the Note 9 has a slightly uglier camera setup. The Note 10 has a much better looking camera setup.
Guys please please help me. I'm a huuuuuuge Note lover (note fan is just understating). I want to upgrade my Note9, because I'm having battery issues and don't trust people to just replace the battery. My question is for the Note users who actually use all the features of their notes... Should I upgrade to Note20 ultra 5g? Or should I get a S22 ultra or s23 ultra? Note20 ultra 5g has headphones and charger in the box but is really really hard to find a brand new one in 2023; yes has so many features that I think I need and use... I even gonna miss the LED indicator!!! I love it man!!! And headphone jack! Well I have so many equipments that have 3.5 mm socket! I have to buy a connector... anyway which one is the best if you're looking Notewise! S22ultra, s23ultra, note20ultra5g???
@@coral-trustworthy damn good thing u mentioned that. Cus I still got my note 9 love it but the battery is giving me issues at times n im debating between s23plus or ultra
@@saktln7486 my Note9 is also causing me battery issue. Have to charge it twice a day, but I absolutely love it. I'm not sure whether to buy Note20Ultra5G or S23Ultra... but plus for me is out of the picture. Always Ultra.
With the S24 Ultra you will have: 1. 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon SoC 3nm. 2. 150X Zoom and better overall zoom capabilities than the S23 Ultra! 3. Because of the new 3nm 8 Gen 3, the S24 Ultra will be more power efficient than the S23 Ultra which gives at least one hour more SOT! 4. Brighter display at least 2000 nits and tougher to scraches and cracks! 5. OneUi 6.0 with more features... What do you think, is it good enough to upgrade to the S24 Ultra?
Benchmarking my 5 years old note 9 with s24, apart from 1000 mAh battery capacity upgrade there's nothing new really. Cause who cares about 5 cameras and computer level processors?
Note 9 and Note 8 in my opinion were the best phones Samsung had ever created.After almost 4 years my Note 9 is still holding up perfectly and I don't feel any need to upgrade as long as it's working as it should. I never had any issues with it no screen burn in or anything like that. It truly was meant to last a long time.
Wasn't the note 8 recalled ?
@@DoritosResidue Note 7 was
@@makk634 ah ok. The note 9 is still my favorite phone I've owned to date I still have it but the screen is shattered past the glass 😢. I would have kept going with it . Have the s22 ultra now . Note 9 is still king in my opinion.
The Note 9 was ahead of its time it could hardware wise easily carry the newer UI and OS of the newer models tbh. If only they would keep updating the Note 9 I would keep using it for years more to come, but I do feel for the S23U
Agree!!! Im still using note 9 for 5 years and still counting 🤣
I just upgraded to a S23 Ultra from a Note 9, got my phone on 2/13/23 although I will miss my Note 9 because I had it for 5yrs I'm glad I upgraded!!!
Same here.
@@waleso6508 how do you like it so far? This phone is awesome 👌
I have the Note 9, and damn I don't know if I can get a bigger phone. Mine barely fits in my running shorts as is lol.
@@edwardhernandez3565 Enjoying the Samsung S23 Ultra. Feels and looks more premium. Wired headphones on the Note 9 sounds better than the wireless buds with the Ultra though.
I'm looking to do the same thing this week. Dropped the note in my car and fucked up the screen figured it was time to get a little upgrade. How do you like the ultra?
I switch from note 9 to s23 ultra, I already miss the back part of the fingerprint sensor, the features of pulling down the notification panel.
The volume key and s pen location feels so weird. S23 ultra is quite a big upgrade, but as an average person, if your note 9 is still working well, then I not recommended to change. My opinion
@Hewhoremains you can control the notification panel by sliding up/down on the fingerprint sensor (note 9). The location of the s23 ultra's fingerprint sensor makes this feature redundant.
I got used to that feature a lot. So I don't even want to switch to another phone.
Bruh way to lay out my biggest reservations in upgrading😅
My only problem with the note 9 is the battery has gone to shit. With how heavy I use it, i have to top off my battery in the morning, charge it to about full around lunch and again in the evening around dinner
Once i heard s23 battery could last up to 1 day easy, maybe 2, the decision has been weighing on me hard
@@DubTheFiendit’s all about the battery, everybody forgot about that lol
There's also no more iris scanner, heart rate and SpO2 sensor, no VR support, punchole cam instead of infinity display, S-Pen now on the left (less accessible), speaker grille on the right (you'll block it with your hand when gaming in landscape). I was surprised by some of these when "upgrading" from the Note9 to Note20 Ultra. The fingerprint was reliable before with it's edges and now I still can't hit the invisible one correctly after two years. I mean you'll probably want a new phone no matter what, I'm just saying don't get too excited :D. Going from the Note9 was the 1st time I felt weird about a new phone. Even the upgrade from Note8 to 9 there was a 'wow' effect with those new stereo speakers but how can u be excited when they rob you of some functions that you actually use? That said I think the Note20 Ultra is the most beautiful phone ever created, so at least it's a looker 😂.
I'm still holding on to my bronze note 20 ultra for ever. I use it for Dex and Xbox as well as watching videos at night.
Damn, you're making me question if I really want to upgrade from note9...
Very good points!
I got used to one screen finger print the day I got a phone that uses it (s20 fe 5g)
I’m still using my 4.5 year Note 9. I’m on a mission to see just how long my Note 9 can serve me.
is the batery and performance still good in this years,?
@@mugonamo3333 yes. Battery can still make it though the day if usage is not high. Performance no issues at all.
@The Jokebrandt haha, and I thought I had good imagination....
No sd, no sale. The 9 was also the last to wirelessly interface with the magnetic reader in card readers. Very nice when leave your wallet, and the store does not support mobile payment.
I upgraded from note to s23... Not to forget the note 9 is the beast that Samsung ever made. For daily usage and looks note 9 is always the pick for you.
S23 ultra is for camera and gaming. I don't see much difference. In the brightness and display unless you go for direct sunlight. Note 9 is came in 2018 but still can give tough competition for the 2023 smartphones.
My main phone is iPhone 13 Pro Max, Note 9 I grabbed in 2019 as a backup...but wow, I was impressed! The customization, expandable storage, I missed my fingerprint sensor AND headphone jack...yep, all these little Android features Apple was lagging at the time, still do. Still have my Note9 and yeah it's a bit sluggish, I still love this thing. And I just may pick up a S23 at some point, the price on these after a year is pretty awesome. Plus, that screen ...a full screen, no "pill, dynamic notch" --whatever, LOL -- is just beautiful!
My wife has the 13 pro max and I must admit I was very tempted to upgrade to it from my Note 9. I just don't want to lose all of my android phone's features that I've grown to love and depend on
I'm picking up the Ultra S23 from my Note 9. Loved my Note 9, but its time to upgrade! Thanks for the excellent comparasin.
Yup, 5 year Note 9 user and still loving it. Never upgraded cuz nothing ever seemed worth it & still doesn't. Only watching this video since phone company offering the new S23 & I know software will eventually be an issue 😔
I've been using my note 9 for almost the same amount of years as you I absolutely love the note9 it but im getting the s23 tomorrow due to having a offer for a free upgrade
Feeling exactly the same as you, Note 9 is approaching 5 years, and there's nothing on the market that seems appealing. Photo Quality seems great, still snappy. I can't seem to find a phone anymore that has a fast processor, good screen, IP 68, HF jack, with expandable storage and S pen. I've done some googling, and it seems security updates aren't actually a big issue. just install an anti-virus, use your phone properly, and VPN for public networks.
After almost 6 years, I've just upgraded from the Note 8 to the Note 9. I, frankly, don't see anything else worth the upgrade. Gonna be sticking with the Note 9 for just-as long or even longer.
Watching on my note 9 here ✌🏻
How is performace
I traded my Note 9 yesterday and have no regrets. It's a lot faster, the audio is better, and the screen pops. I plan on holding onto it for 4 years.
Still rocking my Note9. Running custom rom, android 13, very smooth and responsive. What a beast of a phone. I think I'll wait for the s24 to upgrade.
How do you get the custom rom?
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Thanks for the review! I've had my Note 9 for 4+ years and I've only had minimal issues like slight screen burns and some slowness but it still works great. I guess I'll hold out a little longer but the S23 Ultra does seem nice! Especially for digital art which is what I do so it may be worth the upgrade!
The Note 9 has a glass back. It's a gorgeous phone.
I am on my 23Ultra now, and I will miss the SD card slot. Everyone wears earbuds now,so the jack, idc.
But the design I'll miss. I have to send Verizon my Note 9 once they send me the box for it.
They have me almost a thousand for it. I kept it mint. But damn, I'm gonna miss you Notey!
Last time I had Bluetooth headphones they were Beats Solo 2, whenever the battery ran out, I pulled out the aux cable and plugged into the headphone jack.
Never got the appeal of these earbuds.
Apple just might have to bring iPod back. I need a portable music player with a headphone jack.
I'm here because I am finally upgrading from my Note 9 to a new phone. and I want it to be as close to the Note 9 as possible so I am going with the 23 Ultra. After 5 years of constant use, IE. Gaming, Doordash/Uber job, constant phone calls and just putting it through the ringer, its finally not living through the day battery wise. Infact, if I were to sit on Tiktok or TH-cam for about 2 hours, the phone would be dead. It's also not giving me all my calls, and text messages are starting to come through late.
I hate upgrading unless I have to. So this is a fantastic comparison video and has sold me on the S23 Ultra! Hopefully this one can last me 5 years like the Note 9! I will say I have gotten use to the unlock sensor on the back, and its gonna drive me crazy getting out of that mindset!
Sounds like we are in very similar boats. Did you pull the trigger yet? If so what are your thoughts? I think i can manage with my Note 9 until a sale pops up a bit later in the year, but I gotta make up my mind. I've been consider the fold 5 that's coming out as an alternative, but I'm not 100% in love with the aspect ratio, but the large inner screen for notes is compelling
The fact this comparison even exists speaks volumes to the quality of the Note 9
I'm torn but I think I'm just gonna keep going with my Note 9. Great video!
I moved from note 9, what i miss, led notification light, fingerscanner behind, iris scanner, heart sensor. I feel i Just bought a Phone With a better camera.
+ old positions of buttons
Thank you for this comparaison. I watched this video on my Galaxy Note 9.
I have seen that the update software on the Galaxy Note 9 was establisched at Android 10. My concerning, I have never can installed Android 10, because it wasn't available.
Man based on your video, i kinda want to keep my note 9. Just ordered the 23, my poor note 9 is so used up
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Thx so much for the great comparison. My Note9 still works perfectly 99.5% of the time. I've had it for around 4 years (the longest phone I've ever owned). Due to the 0.5% glitches or overheating, I was just wondering what will be the best to upgrade to. This is looking tempting, though I'm not keen on earbuds, so will need a USB-C new wired set if I trade this in. While I keep thinking (and maybe looking), I'll certainly be watching the comparisons and overviews on this site, aa you really covered most details. Possibly throwing in some Office 365/email type software comparisons would also be good as I personally use my phone as my mini computer when I'm mobile.
I was tempted to upgrade but no SD card on the S23 is a nonstarter for me.
I would still be rolling with my Note 9 if not for my cracked screen 🥺 Happy now with my Note 10 +
I just upgraded from my 2017 Galaxy Note 8 to the Galaxy Note 9, and man, that MicroSD card slot is a must have if you value privacy but still want tto back-up your data. After almost 6 years (longest I've ever used a Smartphone), my Note 8 died on me (it was my first Samsung Phone), won't turn on due to some storage/RAM issue (per the repair shop I took it to). Fortunately, I have been regularly backing-up much of my data via Titanium Backup to my MicroSD card, and my Camera was configured to ALWAYS save new images to my MicroSD card. So, there wasn't much data lost.
Now, I can never settle for anything lacking a MicroSD card slot, and the privacy-violating cloud is in no way a suitable replacement.
hmm I guess I will wait for S25 ultra. My Note 9 still rocks.
Wait why not the S24U?
@@DubTheFiend Just my thing, I just don't buy Samsung's even-numbered releases. It gives off beta version of the following odd-numbered release.
My dude I don't know if anyone has told you this but Thank You! for testing these phones side by side and to the current software.
Samsung made the Note 9 to outlast the pyramids....5,000 years from now, they'll still work!
Thank you for the nice comparison. I still go with my Note 9 and wait that I get more than I lose, when chaining to new phone.
I use a Fold 3 as my daily. But still use my 512 GB Note 9 as my Dex device. Ran it the full 3 years...never crashed or froze even once. the current trade in deal for the Note 9 has me thinking about just getting the S23 Ultra to cash in on that savings. I can get it $800 out the door. But I think theyll be offering really great deal on Ultra later in the year. For now I use the Note 9 with Innocn 15.5" OLED monitor I got for under $200. Two OLED displays is awesome.
Note 9 for another. Technology hasn't advanced enough to upgrade.
s10 and note 9 are the best location and best camera lay out. its more symmetrical and made sense that it was in the middle
I have the 23ultra note 9 is my old phone, will my note 9 sim fit in my 23ultra?
Sad that 4 generations later is a slight upgrade. I so don't wanna get the ultra , but im not sure the plus or standard would be an upgrade.
I'm also upgrading my Note 9 to Galaxy s23 soon. So thanks for the video.
I'm only pissed that it doesn't have the jackphone plug... But I can live with that I guess...
you can plug in a usb-c wired headset to the Ultra, or get the small USB-C to 3.5mm adaptor, the charger and headset have been combined but you can get the small Y adaptor to do both, no big deal!! Also, get the 528Gb Ultra to solve the lack of space.
Great to know their are wired headset options. Thx
Bro, Am sticking to my Note 9.
#2024
Looking to upgrade now. Love my note 9 and would have no reason to upgrade till lately. I haven't been getting a few calls lately. Calls wont even show up as miss call or in the recent call log.
Not sure if this is a phone problem or carrier.
I'm having similar issues, but more along the lines if drop calls. Which provider do you use? I'm verizon
@@DubTheFiend I was on tmobile. Happened a few times and then I switched to mint(because of price, not the no connection problem). About a week in it Happened again a few times. About a month ago I switched to an Amazon renew samsung s21 ultra. Hasn't happened since and still on mint. Leads me to think the phone was the problem. On the note9, I would have to remove the sim or power down the phone to get reconnected.
Wonder whether those tiny, almost unnoticeable improvements are worth the 1400€. If you ask me, nope. Will rather stick to my note 9 until its last breath, unless Samsung or any other producer comes up with something way better. Just me...
15 January 2024 : I still use Galaxy Note 9 -128GB - Lavender Purple 😊
You can pry my Note 9 out of my cold dead hands
The s23 ultra is the best phone I've ever used and owned coming from the s10 plus and why i gave the a53 to my mother. The Samsung s23 ultra is better than the iPhone 14 pro max and Pixel no comparison, and I've used all 3. For those of us who know tech, we always knew Samsung was way more fun to use with more capabilities than the iPhone. I used to be an apple sheep many, many years ago, and then I transitioned and never went back. I remember apple phones being the most boring limited phones I've used. The only thing I use on my old iPhone 6s is the imessage period. Even using the 14 pro max irritates me because my s23 ultra does way more. Also, the camera is way better than the iPhone and more fun unlimited features. IPhone sometimes give the perception of better battery because it doesnt do anything basically. Now, with the pixel, I don't prefer the operating system, but I respect the pixel camera. Only gripe I have is the missing micro SD card. When it comes to those things like edge panel multi tasking, S Pen capabilities , 10 x perfect clarity, UHD 60 and hdr 10 video , all those unlimited features are close to perfect. The s23 ultra is the most value for the money, no comparison!
However I will say the Sony Xperia V 1 with the micro SD card and headphone jack has impressed me and it will be the next one I get even despite the lack of facial recognition!
Samsung should have left those old features like the note 9 and s10 plus and i even complained to them to bring those old features back
Really liked my note 9 but I'm glad I finally upgraded to the 23 Ultra. And as much money as I paid for both phones I probably be waiting that long again before I upgrade.
Note 9 is better
S23 Ultra doesn't have SD card
200MP 1 pic=30MB
thats so bad
Don't need the SD card
Can I install the Note 10 firmware on the Note 9 without any issues?
I LOVE my note 9 but I am nerves because there are no longer security updates. Is there a way to keep the phone secure?
Yep i still have my silver/chrome Note 9 512 storage! Keeping mine till the wheels fall off !
samsung note 9 for life!
My husband was telling me I am probably the only one who was still rocking my note9...lol...but yes, I too am joining the 23ultra gang
Miss my Note 9, but had to move on
Complete features for note9 even in software than s23 ultra except for ultrawide camera
The note 9 was my favorite❤. I'm happy they finally repackaged it and gave it back too me as a 23 ultra!!!
You need to get some action figures and diecast cars for the camera tests. Love your content!
crazy how phone are good now, I upgraded from Oneplus 5 (2017) to S23U, and the difference is NOT massive. Overcomsumption is very bad, and I think note 9 wont worth the ''upgrade''
I'm still using note 9. Everything is unexpectadly good. The only one disadvantage is battery. On mobile data it is lasting for about 2 up to 3 hours on screnn, while on wifi about 3.5 to 4h.
YOU ARE THE REAL WATCH YA JET BRO GUY , AMAZING ITS THE SAME VOICE
A year later: I ordered the S24 but I'm already having buyers remorse and it hasn't even arrived yet. My Note 9 is fine. In this vid i see little practical improvement with the S23, and the 24 is almost the same as the 23. I might return the S24 as soon as I get it, supposedly tomorrow.
2 of Samsungs goated phones 🐐🐐
Note 9 is the best device I ever owned and it's working fine but the screen's starting to burn. Now I'm torn about whether to get an S23 or S23 Ultra. The latter seems heavy and very expensive but an S-pen might be something I'll miss.
Still got my note 9 looking to see what's like the note 9 but a nice upgrade im very techy...about to look at the s 20 ultra to see what it do
Samsung used to be the best for cramming in the maximum amount of top quality features into a phone. Apple's selling point seemed to be it's simple eco-system and minimal options. Now Samsung seems to have sold its soul and become just like Apple to the point that i'm genuinely considering jumping ship from Samsung to Apple juice cos i genuinely see barely any difference between Galaxy and Iphone these days. They are all just slabs of glass with three cameras, no headphone port, no expandable storage, no chargers in the box and both absurdly expensive. I literally may as well get an Iphone at this rate unless i exclusively want an S-Pen. And as a current Note 9 user this depresses me a lot.
Lol I still have the note 9. The screen cracked last year from dropping something heavy on it. So I had to upgrade to the s22 ultra. If I didn't cracked the screen I would have kept going with it. Note 9 is my favorite note over the years
Great video, thank you for posting.
I'm still rocking the Note 8 🤭🤭🤭
snap
Where can I get a note 9 to buy?
My toddler cracked my Note 9 screen earlier this year and so i have just upgraded to the S23 Ultra after 4 years. This is my honest opinion:
The S23 Ultra is incredible and the improvements it brings to the table do just about outweigh the lack of SD card, Headphone jack and Iris scanner support. It is so pleasant and fluid to use and while just about everything has been improved i am most in love with the massive and silky smooth display, the ridiculously good battery life and the cameras which quite simply blow my trusty Note 9 out of the water.
Having said all of that... if my Note 9 wasn't broken i would have happily continued using it for at least another year. Yes it's no longer getting updates, but it is still extremely capable and actually includes more hardware features than any newer flagships seem to have. I do also miss the rear fingerprint scanner that i previously used to bring down the notifications no matter what app i was in.
In conclusion: if you have a Galaxy Note 9 that's still working well and in good condition, keep using it and treasure it while you still can! Save those pennies for the S24 or even the S25 if you can last that long. But if your Note 9 is broken i would not recommend buying the same phone again as support for it from various apps is only going to get worse while a new phone will have plenty of life for years to come
Can I still use the Samsung note 9?
Great video. Thank you!
Have a Note 20 Ultra and refreshed it with a new battery and it really sped up. Updated to software it was limited to and it still gets security updates here in 2024. Have an S22 ultra and iPhone 12 promax and love all three. Use Note 20 ultra as daily driver, beciase t is thin, big screen, lightweight and works great! and s22 ultra on wifi at home. 12 promax secure and pay. My bills.
The fiercest competition is between the ugliness of the camera setups. It's close, but I think the Note 9 has a slightly uglier camera setup. The Note 10 has a much better looking camera setup.
Thanks for this comparison
Note 9 still holding me down im not upgrading
Does anyone know if the note 9 can run dragon ball legends bc I wanna buy it but idk if I can play that game 🤷♂️
Guys please please help me. I'm a huuuuuuge Note lover (note fan is just understating). I want to upgrade my Note9, because I'm having battery issues and don't trust people to just replace the battery. My question is for the Note users who actually use all the features of their notes... Should I upgrade to Note20 ultra 5g? Or should I get a S22 ultra or s23 ultra? Note20 ultra 5g has headphones and charger in the box but is really really hard to find a brand new one in 2023; yes has so many features that I think I need and use... I even gonna miss the LED indicator!!! I love it man!!! And headphone jack! Well I have so many equipments that have 3.5 mm socket! I have to buy a connector... anyway which one is the best if you're looking Notewise! S22ultra, s23ultra, note20ultra5g???
Do the s23 not come with headphones or charger?
@@saktln7486 nope! Only cable. And I have to say charger dock and headset is relatively expensive and often fake in my bloody country
@@coral-trustworthy damn good thing u mentioned that. Cus I still got my note 9 love it but the battery is giving me issues at times n im debating between s23plus or ultra
@@saktln7486 my Note9 is also causing me battery issue. Have to charge it twice a day, but I absolutely love it. I'm not sure whether to buy Note20Ultra5G or S23Ultra... but plus for me is out of the picture. Always Ultra.
upgraded from note 8 to s23 ultra lol...camera omg is waaaayy better
What will be the best resell value for note 9????
Can you do a LG v60 vs S23 ultra? Thanks
I just ordered Note 9, switching from Note 8 after 5 years of dropping it all over the place.
I still use my note 9 for personal and still use my note 8 for business. Thinking about upgrading.
My sister still using the note 9
me too
and I am still using your sister 😉
Hahahaha i have the exact two phones with same colours
I have note 9 for 5 years. If does not get lost, I won't change it for another 5 years.
I will upgrade but keep my note 9 too no reason to dump it 😂😂😂
Los manantiales de los celulares antes eran mucho más premium.
My note 9 still rocks, though it failed to upgrade to android 10.
sorry to let my note 9 go but got a free 23 ..512 ultra by switching to at&t at Costco and wife got an Apple still
Kinda low geekbench score on the S23
Yeah I got over 1500 single core and over 5000 multi core on my S23 Ultra
أنا أكتب الآن على نوت ٩ .. مقارنتك هنا تعطيني الثقة بأن نوت ٩ ما زال رائداً .. أنا أشكرك
Love the white 😍
With the S24 Ultra you will have:
1. 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon SoC 3nm.
2. 150X Zoom and better overall zoom capabilities than the S23 Ultra!
3. Because of the new 3nm 8 Gen 3, the S24 Ultra will be more power efficient than the S23 Ultra which gives at least one hour more SOT!
4. Brighter display at least 2000 nits and tougher to scraches and cracks!
5. OneUi 6.0 with more features...
What do you think, is it good enough to upgrade to the S24 Ultra?
Tf 8gen 3 will be 4nm
Other then the last point everything you said is in your head
للأسف سامسونج استغنت عن اللون البنفسجي بعد نوت 9
Benchmarking my 5 years old note 9 with s24, apart from 1000 mAh battery capacity upgrade there's nothing new really. Cause who cares about 5 cameras and computer level processors?
Very nice
watching this on Note 9
Itatchi wallpaper Please
Smartphones have peaked.
Idiots will justify a $1200 Price😂 tag.
Tôi đang dùng note 9, rất tuyệt
Still love galaxy note9
I'm still using note 9 in 2024..