Many pre-ordered Galaxy Note 5s have already shipped in the U.S.

Many of us were surprised when Samsung opened up U.S. pre-orders of the Galaxy Note 5 the same day as its announcement, and it turns out the carriers are ready and willing to ship them ahead of the true sale date of August 21. Over in our Note 5 forums, dozens of members have already placed their orders from various carriers and have received shipping notices — a lucky few have even already received their Note 5s.