Well I used to wish for an n800 or n810 with cell service. Seemed like a great form factor. Once iOS/Android rolled out in full swing, I was content with smaller phones that had similar screen real estate.

The Galaxy Note came out and I was like "Whoah Nelly! That's a giant phone!". I couldn't see myself trading in my little iPhone for it.

Then I was at the store and played w/ the Note 2. Seemed SOOOOOO big. I didn't think I'd be able to hack it. So I researched a bit and it is barely bigger than an n800 and a lot thinner. As soon as I realized it, I hit the store and snagged one.

This is a great device. Truthfully, I'd love to run a full Linux OS on it, but what you are able to do with the gorgeous 5.5 inch screen on a phone is awesome (and it can plug into a monitor as well). I still need a larger screen for heavy browsing and a desktop for heavy lifting, but if you have to carry a phone anyway these days and you are the type to be reading a post here, I recommend the device.