My main reasons are for the bigger screen, design, LED. Do you think I'm being stupid?
Btw 16gb is more than enough for me so no need of sd card, almost never play games, don't really use camera and saw sample photos from galaxy nexus it looked good and even better than Iphone 4s to me.
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My main reasons are for the bigger screen, design, LED. Do you think I'm being stupid?
Btw 16gb is more than enough for me so no need of sd card, almost never play games, don't really use camera and saw sample photos from galaxy nexus it looked good and even better than Iphone 4s to me.
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Nope, I don't. I would do the exact same thing. And I REALLY wanted the SGSII to come to verizon as well. So that tells you it's a smart choice IMO?
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It is your money and if it makes you happy do what you want to do. You could probably sell your galaxy s2 and have most of the galaxy nexus paid for unlocked.
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It is your money and if it makes you happy do what you want to do. You could probably sell your galaxy s2 and have most of the galaxy nexus paid for unlocked.
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I sure hope so but I'm sure that before I buy ill wanna try it out
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It is your money and if it makes you happy do what you want to do. You could probably sell your galaxy s2 and have most of the galaxy nexus paid for unlocked.
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Speaking of selling.. anyone want to buy a G2 for $529?
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My main reasons are for the bigger screen, design, LED. Do you think I'm being stupid?
Btw 16gb is more than enough for me so no need of sd card, almost never play games, don't really use camera and saw sample photos from galaxy nexus it looked good and even better than Iphone 4s to me.
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In the same boat here and it really is a difficult decision. In one mind I love my GS2 but the 720p display, pure google experience and notification led is certainly attractive!
I just returned my AT&T GS2 a few minutes ago and I'll be picking up the Galaxy Nexus. I really liked the GS2, but as a Nexus One owner, there's nothing like owning a Nexus!
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My main reasons are for the bigger screen, design, LED. Do you think I'm being stupid?
Btw 16gb is more than enough for me so no need of sd card, almost never play games, don't really use camera and saw sample photos from galaxy nexus it looked good and even better than Iphone 4s to me.
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it's more of a side grade from SGS2 to GN, but if you count the screen, then yeah the larger 720p is an upgrade
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it's more of a side grade from SGS2 to GN, but if you count the screen, then yeah the larger 720p is an upgrade
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And huge software support.
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And huge software support.
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Very true. I'm slightly considering it just because of that (development).
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And huge software support.
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Try visiting the SGS2 section.
Well friends have taken the hard decision,,sold my SGS 2 to one of my friend{at a very good price},,now waiting for Samsung Galaxy Nexus to launch in India next week,,have used{still using} Nexus 1 & the notification led and stock google experience and a huge development support is great.
So going for Galaxy Nexus
Fast updates and software support is enough reason to ditch GS2 for the galaxy nexus. Especially now that manufacturers are beginning to move to next stage of hardware. 720p will be the next standard for screen resolution. and when android 5.0/jelly bean comes, Galaxy Nexus will be getting it officially. And Galaxy S2 might not.
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Fast updates and software support is enough reason to ditch GS2 for the galaxy nexus. Especially now that manufacturers are beginning to move to next stage of hardware. 720p will be the next standard for screen resolution. and when android 5.0/jelly bean comes, Galaxy Nexus will be getting it officially. And Galaxy S2 might not.
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I'd definitely go with any Nexus device over any other Android phone simply because of the updates. Google will keep their promise to keep their devices updated for the minimum 18 months that they're asking all the other manufacturers to do. Samsung apparently isn't going to update the SGS1 even though it could handle the update (has nearly the same specs as the NS for crying out loud) and they'll more than likely try to skin 4.0 when they do get around to updating. I remember waiting and waiting and waiting for my Vibrant to get 2.2 before I finally ditched it for the Nexus S. Never looked back after that choice. You will not be disappointed with your decision to sell and wait for the GN.
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Well friends have taken the hard decision,,sold my SGS 2 to one of my friend{at a very good price},,now waiting for Samsung Galaxy Nexus to launch in India next week,,have used{still using} Nexus 1 & the notification led and stock google experience and a huge development support is great.
So going for Galaxy Nexus
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Yeahh Totally..!!! I hope Galaxy Nexus will be unveiled along with the Samsung Galaxy Note on Nov 2. Cant wait... Just 2 days to go.. )
I'm guessing everyone saying it will get updates faster don't root y'all phones?
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I'm guessing everyone saying it will get updates faster don't root y'all phones?
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It still takes time for developers to port official android updates to non nexus device. so basically the nexus line up gets the fastest, conplete, less buggy and timely updates.
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It still takes time for developers to port official android updates to non nexus device. so basically the nexus line up gets the fastest, conplete, less buggy and timely updates.
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I understand. And i agree about lest bugs. But cm team pretty fast after the initial port adding updates. Like for .2 .3 know what I'm saying?
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I understand. And i agree about lest bugs. But cm team pretty fast after the initial port adding updates. Like for .2 .3 know what I'm saying?
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It took the CM team months before they were able to provide stable 2.3 build.
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It took the CM team months before they were able to provide stable 2.3 build.
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On what phone?
Related
Someone convince me.
Why do you need convincing? Its your phone
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Someone convince me.
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look at a HD picture on both screens side by side. You'll be sold
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Updates? Third party development? Future official support? Pure ICS? Removable battery for maximum calibration? ... need more?
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Someone convince me.
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Who are you that we need to strongly convince you? All of us are using a Galaxy Nexus. You're the one missing out.
Go to the store and try out the phone or go on the online emulator. All the threads of user experiences of the Galaxy Nexus are there, pros and cons, use the search feature and read it up on your own.
From the looks of your previous posts, RAZR & Droid X2. Get the Galaxy Nexus so you can finally get out of the Motorola jail and experience the REAL Android Experience rather than a motoblur'd experience because it blurs what Android is all about.
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Someone convince me.
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Enjoy your Razr
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Why do you need convincing? Its your phone
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Thank you.
In my opinion, research, then use the phones at the store. Draw your own conclusions. Personally I felt like the demo RAZR at VzW lagged horrendously. The Rezound and GalNex were the same speed for me. But I've grown fond of vanilla; and although the newer Sense is kinda spiffy I'd rather have the freedom to mod it than be locked out (or wait for an eventually...haven't looked in those forums in a while).
So for me, I'd vote best to worst (but still not bad)
1. Galaxy Nexus
2. Rezound
3. DROID RAZR
But again... it's all opinion.
Tapatalk Pro Sig. Yep, boring.
I think you've confused me for someone who cares what phone you buy. Get whichever one you like.
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The Nexus feels MUCH better then the razr did. ICS is slick.
The lifespan on the Nexus is also considerably longer. Your practically guaranteed timely updates. The nexus last year already has ICS.
Plus the Razr HD is due out soon and you'll be old news.
ISC was designed for an Amoled HD screen. There are several features that will look like crap on a LCD. I'm not sure if the Razr has Amoled.
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You're buying it. Convince yourself. Theres plenty of info out there on both devices for you to work with.
Can no one think for themselves anymore?
Plus you get to be part of this really friendly community.
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Someone convince me.
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Lets put it this way. go look at it. You will come home and close this thread and beg for forgiveness.
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The Nexus feels MUCH better then the razr did. ICS is slick.
The lifespan on the Nexus is also considerably longer. Your practically guaranteed timely updates. The nexus last year already has ICS.
Plus the Razr HD is due out soon and you'll be old news.
ISC was designed for an Amoled HD screen. There are several features that will look like crap on a LCD. I'm not sure if the Razr has Amoled.
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Yes the Razr does have a Amoled screen, but the Galaxy Nexus screen is much nicer IMO
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Yes the Razr does have a Amoled screen, but the Galaxy Nexus screen is much nicer IMO
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Its not even just your opinion. Its factually better. Same screen with higher Res.
You'd have to be nuts to get a razr over a nexus, I however couldn't care less what phone you have op.
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Yea, I'm upgrading my phone next month and I thought about the Razr for like a half second but have been dying to get the GN. I spend so much time playing with it in the verizon stores.
One keyword: Speed
Razr Maxx
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Yea, I'm upgrading my phone next month and I thought about the Razr for like a half second but have been dying to get the GN. I spend so much time playing with it in the verizon stores.
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Droid Razr Maxx is coming out, something else to look at.
Larger Screen?
720HD sAMOLED?
ICS?
Who knows.
Or you could wait. There's also the "new class" of smartphones coming out called "Super Phones." Here is a Sony Super Phone
http://www.tomsguide.com/us/Super-Phone-Sony-Ericsson-13MP-Camera-Medfield,news-13639.html
It's sexy and you know it. (Cue LMFAO)
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Droid Razr Maxx is coming out, something else to look at.
Larger Screen?
720HD sAMOLED?
ICS?
Who knows.
Or you could wait. There's also the "new class" of smartphones coming out called "Super Phones." Here is a Sony Super Phone
http://www.tomsguide.com/us/Super-Phone-Sony-Ericsson-13MP-Camera-Medfield,news-13639.html
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I like the sony brand (i always buy sony tv's for example), i had an experia x10, the phone itself was nice enough but the updates were horrendous. It took nearly a year to get updated from 1.6 !!!!! when nearly everything else was running 2+
It will also be crammed full of carrier crap which will do its stuff in dumming down any phone.........I am delighted i moved to a GN, the lack of carrier interference was enough reason for me to choose this phone
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I like the sony brand (i always buy sony tv's for example), i had an experia x10, the phone itself was nice enough but the updates were horrendous. It took nearly a year to get updated from 1.6 !!!!! when nearly everything else was running 2+
It will also be crammed full of carrier crap which will do its stuff in dumming down any phone.........I am delighted i moved to a GN, the lack of carrier interference was enough reason for me to choose this phone
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Supposedly Sony has really turned around and is taking a stand on quicker timely updates and support for this community. I think they even released ICS so developers can play around with it before it gets released to their phones. I don't remember where I read that though.
When a new phone comes we all wonder, man the new htc is what I want and it has better camera, and the gps is amazing and SIRI wannabe, quad core exynos and 1080p super amoled +(this would be too much lol) ... I just want you guys to remember the we live in the best years of our lives and we don't appreciate it sometimes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8r1CZTLk-Gk&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Now I can say for myself that I still think galaxy nexus is the best phone in the market even tho s voice and quad core is coming out, I don't really needed and I think I won't use it(had Siri for 6 months and didn't use it much ) and I hope this help for people that always think about the next big thing.
You're right... we do live in the best years of our lives.... but its also made us too reliant on technology and a bunch of spoiled brats...
I was around for all those things he spoke of in the Video and can relate... but I guess everything is relative to every generation... Each one more spoiled then the previous.
Guess in 30 years when our cars fly themselves this generation would be like "Damn, we used to drive, uphill, bothways, on a paved road!"
Lol
Lol. This was great.
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Louis is amazing, thanks for the post lol
but yeah, people expect so much and are quick to dismiss something great based off one thing they aren't attracted to... kind of sad but that's the way the world works now, its only the few that can appreciate something's significance and the rest just complain that it isn't good enough.
We gotta hand it to the 2nd group of people though, the ones who are never happy are the ones innovating and providing the rest of us with cooler things although I believe everyone should appreciate everything regardless
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When a new phone comes we all wonder, man the new htc is what I want and it has better camera, and the gps is amazing and SIRI wannabe, quad core exynos and 1080p super amoled +(this would be too much lol) ... I just want you guys to remember the we live in the best years of our lives and we don't appreciate it sometimes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8r1CZTLk-Gk&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Now I can say for myself that I still think galaxy nexus is the best phone in the market even tho s voice and quad core is coming out, I don't really needed and I think I won't use it(had Siri for 6 months and didn't use it much ) and I hope this help for people that always think about the next big thing.
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That video is how I feel when people say they are busy or stressed after being in the military
Great video, I have so many people I must show it to.
It also makes me feel great about just ordering a GNexus and not feeling bad about missing out on the SIII.
Man it not letting me click the video
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Man it not letting me click the video
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I'm also annoyed by it. Lol
I think like 70% of ppl around this forum should watch the video.. /love it
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msedek said:
I think like 70% of ppl around this forum should watch the video.. /love it
Galaxy Nexus Stock + Franco m3
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Is it on YouTube? What is it called ?
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Is it on YouTube? What is it called ?
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Yeah is YouTube is call everything is amazing and nobody is happy
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Good vid.
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Man it not letting me click the video
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If you're on Tapatalk touch the post so the menu comes up and then go to more. Then you can go to open in browser and click the link from the xda Page.
Also thank you to the op that video was hilarious and very true.
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If you're on Tapatalk touch the post so the menu comes up and then go to more. Then you can go to open in browser and click the link from the xda Page.
Also thank you to the op that video was hilarious and very true.
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I know is true and I know I been there and a lot of galaxy nexus owners been there too specially when it comes to the camera department lol but is all good
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I stopped into the att store today and played around with the one x they had in there. Man it was beautiful in white and in grey. The fit and finish is amazing and the screen is gorgeous... looks a bit better than my GSM nexus and the look of the device was nicer as well. Too bad the rest of the experience let me down. I don't know if it was sense or what but it wasn't nearly as snappy. I know its got more muscle but it hangs in spots for some reason and browsing on it sucked! What's the point in all that beauty and horsepower when the function of the phone doesn't respond in kind? I'd love for the next nexus to be a bit more pretty in design but this thing just works. The major failure in android so far is that manufacturer customization so far has mostly detracted from the function of the phone compared to stock. The galaxy nexus, in GSM form at least is still the high bar other android phones need to measure against. I love this phone. For that, I don't think I'll have a real choice in the future between a nexus and any others. Unless a non nexus gets true stock android there will probably be something letting it down. I think the one x or others could be as good or better overall than this phone if they had just included some phone specific apps to differenciate and left everything else stock and unlocked.
Before anyone says to just put on cm or other aosp on those other devices, unless they are unlocked and have drivers available, they tend to have things missing or unstable when going stock android.
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It hit me the other day that I've actually had this phone for almost half a year. It still feels brand new to me, and I marvel at how fresh it still feels with minimal maintenance.
My GS1, Desire HD, and Focus never quite ticked all the boxes, and I had to jump through hoops to get them to operate how I wanted then to. My one and only wish is for the next Nexus to be Note-sized (I pretty much only read books on my phone now). That's not happening, so I'm as pleased with the Nexus as I'll ever be with a phone.
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People buy these new phones with the intention of rooting and running a vanilla rom. We have it right outta the box. No limitations. Galaxy nexus is sonning all other phones. Screw hardware. That software...ftw
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Hey guys,
I am looking at getting a new phone and my requirements were:
1GB RAM
4.3+ inch screen
720p display.
The Galaxy Nexus caught my eye as it has all those things. I don't have a huge budget (£150, or €175, $225)But I am slightly concerned. Firstly because it is an old piece of kit. Now, that doesn't bother me if it performs well and gets the latest updates, but that's what I am worried about. Secondly because of Dev Support. I need a phone that will be supported for at least a year.
Please tell me what I should do. I am willing to buy a used device. If you think I should get something else, please let me know as to what device you are thinking.
Thanks!
Don't buy this phone.
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Extend your budget go for a Nexus 4 or maybe wait for the next Nexus. Galaxy Nexus is a great phone but let's face it, it's been around for a while... And I doubt if it'll get official updates for the coming year
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If you want it, then buy an extended battery with it and IMHO one should also buy the charging port flex board which may stop working anytime.
Whether or not it gets official updates, it will receive the custom ROMs. But then again why would you go for a 2 year old product?
Get the n4 or the n5 when it releases
Get the s4 or wait for new nexus at end of year.
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Go for nexus 4.....though I'm not saying that Galaxy Nexus is not good, but it has now become somewhat old and won't get support from Google as Nexus 4 will get. Though you always will have support from the custom ROMs....but not stock ROM from Google itself.....so go for Nexus 4 rather than GN.
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Screw n4 and its iphone-ish glass back
Okay, popular opinion suggests that the N4 is my choice. Is there anywhere I can pick it up within my budget?
Thanks!
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Go for nexus 4.....though I'm not saying that Galaxy Nexus is not good, but it has now become somewhat old and won't get support from Google as Nexus 4 will get. Though you always will have support from the custom ROMs....but not stock ROM from Google itself.....so go for Nexus 4 rather than GN.
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The n4 is old as well, considering the new nexus will be out in a few months, the n4 has been a blunder from day one an forgotten about due to its terrible launch an unavailability, so people just decided to boycott it an skip it altogether, lg have even said themselves it wasn't on the list of priorities to get that phone out, I don't think google would bother asking lg a second time to make another nexus with that kind of poor effort or attitude.
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So here I am.
I have been watching a load of videos comparing it to Samsung flagships, HTC flagships and some weird devices made by a fruit company. The hardware has EVERYTHING I want for my upgrade. Almost double every spec to my current phone. My only concern is updates. Does this device have 4.2.2 Officially? Will there be 4.3 and 5.0 for it unofficially, if not officially? I need it to last for a year.
If you can answer my questions, I will be extremely grateful. My other option is the Xperia S, but it costs too much, bigger camera then I need and no official 4.1
Thanks Again!
Android 4.2.2 is officialy suported on the galaxy nexus and 4.3 will normally be that too but for 5.0 nobody knows.
And yeah I love the phone and it's getting old but it is still a good phone
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Android 4.2.2 is officialy suported on the galaxy nexus and 4.3 will normally be that too but for 5.0 nobody knows.
And yeah I love the phone and it's getting old but it is still a good phone
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Thanks man that's the answer I was looking for. I am looking for a Specs upgrade, not a date upgrade.
Do you know anywhere that would sell a used GNex at a low-ish price?
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I buyed mine used too in november last year on a that's like ebay but not so big it was just for belgium were I live so you should just search on such sites.
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Strike_Riku said:
My other option is the Xperia S, but it costs and no official 4.1
Thanks Again!
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Not true, it has official 4.1.2 and unoffial, pure 4.2.2 AOSP (where everything but 1080p recording works).
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Can anyone suggest:
An extended battery
A case (Gel Case, but hard and protective)
A screen protector
I would like these to be low cost and high quality. Thanks!
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Strike_Riku said:
Hey guys,
I am looking at getting a new phone and my requirements were:
1GB RAM
4.3+ inch screen
720p display.
The Galaxy Nexus caught my eye as it has all those things. I don't have a huge budget (£150, or €175, $225)But I am slightly concerned. Firstly because it is an old piece of kit. Now, that doesn't bother me if it performs well and gets the latest updates, but that's what I am worried about. Secondly because of Dev Support. I need a phone that will be supported for at least a year.
Please tell me what I should do. I am willing to buy a used device. If you think I should get something else, please let me know as to what device you are thinking.
Thanks!
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I bought mine a few months ago for exactly the same as your budget and I am more than happy with it yes it's old but not everyone can afford to get a nexus 4 and to be honest it's a bit to much like the iPhone with it's glass back the gnex gives you plenty of bang for your buck IMO
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If you don't need the good cam, HDMI and so on, go for a GNex. As far as dev support's concerned there's no need to be worried, even the Google Nexus S (maybe the WFS too?) will get Android 5 (unofficially).
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I bought mine a few months ago for exactly the same as your budget and I am more than happy with it yes it's old but not everyone can afford to get a nexus 4 and to be honest it's a bit to much like the iPhone with it's glass back the gnex gives you plenty of bang for your buck IMO
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Thanks have you bought either a:
Case
Screen Protector
Extended Battery
..,For it? If so can you tell me the make
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I've had mine for about 6 months and have tried just about every ROM and kernel out there for it and it's been great. I think you would be fine with it for a year or so with the support it has here.
Even if I'm in love with the HTC one, I still can't see a possible reason to replace our nexus.
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I concur
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Same here. But someone will come in here and tell you theirs is laggy and acts like crap I'm sure.
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Same here. But someone will come in here and tell you theirs is laggy and acts like crap I'm sure.
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On cm 4.1.2 not at all bro.
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On cm 4.1.2 not at all bro.
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Which is what is running lag free on the HTC one.
LOL
I've enjoyed my Galaxy Nexus. It is starting to show its age, but it still has great support, which is key to keeping the phone relevant. I wouldn't mind going with the next Nexus, if it has USB OTG support built in. That's the only reason I won't get the Nexus 4.
recently got my gnex and it's rocking on 4.2.2!
only downside was battery, extended batteries FTW!
in other words, i love ma gnex
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Upgraded from the Nexus S to the GN last year. Took me a while to get used to the larger screen (as compared to NS) but overall I love the GN. Custom Kernel and ROMS are fantastic. Great support from this community.
I got the S4 (w/ CM10.1), coming from a galnex - couldn't be happier. If you hold the devices side-by-side the screen on the S4 simply blows the galnex out of the water hands down - I didn't know what I was missing until I saw it in person.
Oh, and 2gb of ram - apps never lag and can stay in memory as long as they please. There's no reason to fiddle with custom kernels and roms because quite frankly it's fast as **** with stock CM10.1 and the included kernel.
Do yourself a favor, and upgrade to something better than a galnex. Good phone in it's day but it's starting to feel lackluster compared to newer devices.
I would love the AOSP S4 but I use Verizon (work buys and pays my phone bill). Unfortunately I fear that the GNex might be the last CDMA device. Overall the GNex has been the best phone I've ever owned. It is super reliable. Everything just works. I've only had to pop the battery like 2-3 times since it was released. I'm on AOKP now and with the transparency settings and other basic nav/status bar tweaks, it looks simply beautiful. Hopefully the Nexus 5 hits Verizon again, but until then, I am in no rush for another.
Congrats. Real happy for you Chaos. And thx.
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I'm with sprint and not have seen anything that will replace this phone. Sure I could get a one or an s4 and turn it into a "Google edition" but I really like a phone that was built specifically for stock. Having this has gotten me used to not having capacitive or physical keys, and I like it to be like that. That said stock "odexed" 4.1 and Franco's kernel has performance tits up.
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Hmm i am thinking about buying a GNex...my other option is Xperia SP
Im giving more priority to GNex because of obvious reasons...
But one thing which holds me back is, is it future-proof anymore??
Dont wanna go for LG N4 since the price is bit high and some other reasons such as camera quality, glass on back (wont suit me ) and such...
So any opinions??
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IKnowIRock! said:
Hmm i am thinking about buying a GNex...my other option is Xperia SP
Im giving more priority to GNex because of obvious reasons...
But one thing which holds me back is, is it future-proof anymore??
Dont wanna go for LG N4 since the price is bit high and some other reasons such as camera quality, glass on back (wont suit me ) and such...
So any opinions??
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im positive that gnex will get upto Key lime pie
not sure beyond that though
Seraz007 said:
im positive that gnex will get upto Key lime pie
not sure beyond that though
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It'll go on after KLP, but not sure if it's with official updates, but that's what custom ROMs are for.
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I thought Key Lime Pie was suppose to be for devices with lower specs?
Eg.
512mb RAM
I'd love to say there's nothing I'd like to ever change on GN running 4.1.2, but seeing how android has changed/improved in the last couple of years, it'll be very exciting to see what new ideas count out.
isajoo said:
I thought Key Lime Pie was suppose to be for devices with lower specs?
Eg.
512mb RAM
I'd love to say there's nothing I'd like to ever change on GN running 4.1.2, but seeing how android has changed/improved in the last couple of years, it'll be very exciting to see what new ideas count out.
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yes KLP is "rumoured" to be optimised for 512mb RAM devices
Seraz007 said:
im positive that gnex will get upto Key lime pie
not sure beyond that though
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Oh KLP would be morethan enough
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love galaxy nexus
Justinhopaolo said:
Even if I'm in love with the HTC one, I still can't see a possible reason to replace our nexus.
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me too. lol
I recently upgraded as well. IPL probably flash the 4.3 jellybean factory's when they arrive.
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Hey guys. I'm thinking about buying a new android phone. I have to chose between Galaxy Nexus, S2 and Htc SeNSATION.
I want to for Galaxy Nexus. but I'm wondering which will be the best for me.
I will use the phone mostly for gaming.
Which one should I choose ?? S2 has better performance for gaming but there is a big difference between it and GalaxyNexus, should I trade the little performance for the HD Display ?
AndyTimE said:
Hey guys. I'm thinking about buying a new android phone. I have to chose between Galaxy Nexus, S2 and Htc SeNSATION.
I want to for Galaxy Nexus. but I'm wondering which will be the best for me.
I will use the phone mostly for gaming.
Which one should I choose ?? S2 has better performance for gaming but there is a big difference between it and GalaxyNexus, should I trade the little performance for the HD Display ?
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Out of those three the galaxy nexus performs the best. It is the smoothest of the three.
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I think you should galaxy nexus is indeed a superb phone in that field
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shevich said:
I think you should galaxy nexus is indeed a superb phone in that field
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It is possible in future for Gnex to receive an Android 5.0 update or the hardware is too out-dated ?
AndyTimE said:
It is possible in future for Gnex to receive an Android 5.0 update or the hardware is too out-dated ?
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well all the phones you listed, the GN will prolly be the only one to ever see it officially
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It is possible in future for Gnex to receive an Android 5.0 update or the hardware is too out-dated ?
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Google would never abandon their baby. They're practically like a lioness, left the Nexus S to wander and grow on its own and will come back for it when KLP comes out. As for 5.0? Sammy and HTC can kiss updates goodbye, permanently. Those would probably never see the light of it.
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Misledz said:
Google would never abandon their baby. They're practically like a lioness, left the Nexus S to wander and grow on its own and will come back for it when KLP comes out. As for 5.0? Sammy and HTC can kiss updates goodbye, permanently. Those would probably never see the light of it.
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Nexus S is not getting official KLP
AndyTimE said:
Hey guys. I'm thinking about buying a new android phone. I have to chose between Galaxy Nexus, S2 and Htc SeNSATION.
I want to for Galaxy Nexus. but I'm wondering which will be the best for me.
I will use the phone mostly for gaming.
Which one should I choose ?? S2 has better performance for gaming but there is a big difference between it and GalaxyNexus, should I trade the little performance for the HD Display ?
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GNex for sure
Reason: Its a Nexus device okay?
i'd agree that the Galaxy Nexus is the best choice among those 3, and the only one that will see 5.0/KLP. i will say that the processor is showing its age a little bit, but i'm not the biggest TI fan.
No brainer bro, get the GN! Heck, I'll sell you mine. Just got a brand new one from Verizon cuz my old one's charging point went out (2 years old).
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Anyone who claims to have an answer to this is purely speculating. No one knows whether the GNex will see 5.0 or not. I hope yes... but after the Nexus One got abandoned, I'm not so sure the GNex will see 5.0
nexus s was abandoned already with android 4.1 (maybe because of 512 mb ram?)
so we already lucky to get 4.3
I don't have so much expectations to get 5.0..google is focusing a lot on nexus 4 / 7 / 10 ...our gnex is 2 years old, and the gpu is 3 years old, it's not slow, but useless to support..this is my thinking..we will see when 5.0 come out
Hey man, I'm interested in The Gnex, Do you think its still worth buying it? If so, i think youve got alot of knowledge, and im stuck with a galaxy Y, i want to change. Will the nexus be a good choice now? In Mid 2013? And if i get it, how long can it last with me being bored of it?
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Gnex is very good. Especially considering that you can get it for less than $200 out of contract on eBay.
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andQlimax said:
nexus s was abandoned already with android 4.1 (maybe because of 512 mb ram?)
so we already lucky to get 4.3
I don't have so much expectations to get 5.0..google is focusing a lot on nexus 4 / 7 / 10 ...our gnex is 2 years old, and the gpu is 3 years old, it's not slow, but useless to support..this is my thinking..we will see when 5.0 come out
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It was abandoned because 4.2 introduced the multi-user /0 folders. The Nexus S would need a full wipe (sd included) and they didn't want to push it out due to this. If it wasn't required to full wipe it during the OTA, it would've gotten it officially.
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It was abandoned because 4.2 introduced the multi-user /0 folders. The Nexus S would need a full wipe (sd included) and they didn't want to push it out due to this. If it wasn't required to full wipe it during the OTA, it would've gotten it officially.
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??
We got the same without full wipe.. Its not that
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Why are you guys telling the OP that the Gnex will get 5.0? Nexus devices only have 2 years of support.
As far as Google support, the Galaxy Nexus will get 4.3.X and no further. It's up to the community to put 5.0 on it.
CADude said:
Why are you guys telling the OP that the Gnex will get 5.0? Nexus devices only have 2 years of support.
As far as Google support, the Galaxy Nexus will get 4.3.X and no further. It's up to the community to put 5.0 on it.
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Well, to the custom roms!
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andQlimax said:
nexus s was abandoned already with android 4.1 (maybe because of 512 mb ram?)
so we already lucky to get 4.3
I don't have so much expectations to get 5.0..google is focusing a lot on nexus 4 / 7 / 10 ...our gnex is 2 years old, and the gpu is 3 years old, it's not slow, but useless to support..this is my thinking..we will see when 5.0 come out
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tru that its got old hardware but that doesnt mean we wont see 5.0, its al up to the developers ! if not official. im pretty sure we'll get an unofficial build
Galaxy Nexus for SURE dude.
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