My S8+ is in pristine condition. Everything works as intended, my screen or back is not cracked or anything. However, the battery has gotten seriously bad over the years to the point it only last 3-4 hours (with AOD). I have a 256GB SD card to store all my stuff. Should I change the battery or move on?
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You don’t have to if you don’t feel like it, but it is a good idea especially now during black friday. But keep the S8+ since it will come in handy sometimes.
works as intended
compare the price of fixing this old ass phone vs getting a used less old phone.
seroiusly.
your choice of s8+ plus the cost of battery replacement vs s23 ultra (one of the most expensive new phones) is specious.
get some less old ass phone for less money. like a used s20 note or something. depends on your region and prices available on less old ass phones.
You’ve made it this far, what’s another ~6 weeks? It’ll be worth it to hold out for the S24 Ultra in January.
You could easily change the battery yourself.
The Ultra will feel monster huge compared to the 8+, even if it’s not that big in real life, but because of the shape, it makes a huge difference.
Whats the point of this topic exactly??
The S8+ is a 2017 device stuck in android 9(we are at android 14).
Not only that but hardware wise its inferior in every way against S23Ultra.
What do you mean if its worth upgrading???
I agree with you. People raving about their battery depleted S10+'s is rather comical.
I’m on a tight budget right now. Buying a new phone right now isn’t a great choice, but I could live with it. My current phone is literally enough for me, except for the battery (I fixed this problem with an external battery)
I’m on s10+. I changed my battery about 6 months ago cause it bloated.
Am typing this on my s10+
Not everyone needs the latest and greatest. I use byod plans so I buyout my phone. If it works (as it does now) no reason to change it.
I don’t think I see people raving about s10+
All the comments I’ve seen is same as me, the shit still works and we don’t do fancy stuff so no need to upgrade.
Sounds like you’re a tech enthusiast since you come and post on these forums. you’d make a prime candidate to roll with something newer. But hey, to each their own.
If you upgrade you’ll never look back. The phone is basically 7 years old. It’s served it purpose. Time to delve in AI
Did you just really ask this question with a straight face?
Yes.
Then you’re exactly the kind or person who should own a TracFone.
I had a pristine s8 as well. I bought a new battery. Still slow to charge and fast to run dry. Within months the s23 came out and I bought the s23+. I love it for not going dead before the end of my day. Now my s8 sits on my bedside table with plug in ear phones so I can listen to podcasts at night. My s23+ is my daytime full function phone and internet connection. Yes it was worth upgrading!
could get the S20 and use your SD card for way cheaper. still a good upgrade.
Getting g my s23 plus today from an s9 plus, 512gb version is on sale on Amazon rn.
Nah, live with the S8+ for another 2 months and get the S24 series
I’d wait for s24 ultra with the new ai improvements.
Since the S24 Ultra is gonna come out in a few months time, how about you wait for it to come out then switch? Becos you will get some free gifts if you pre order the devices.
You should probably get the s23+ instead of the ultra.
Change the battery and wait.