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Galaxy Nexus Carriers & prices?

I've seen all manner of speculation on the subject of which carriers, specifically, are going to be carrying the Galaxy Nexus, but the majority of it is conflicting reports.
Does anyone have good links or intel on where the Nexus will be available, carrier-wise?

http://www.unlocked-mobiles.com/sim...s-sim-free-unlocked-mobile-phone-p-83950.html
512.98£ but managed to get it preordered for 480£ next day delivery.
Hope they will not increase the price on me

The US dollar has dropped so much in value that everything in the EU will look very expensive. We also have higher VAT than you do (25% in Sweden).
$1 ~= 6.65 SEK according to Google. When all things are added we usually pay something like your dollar price with a conversion rate of 10, instead if 6.65.
In summary, the prices listed above is somewhere around what we paid for the previous Nexus-phones. Your prices are likely to not take the low currency value into account, like most other electronics.

OK I am going to just throw my two cents in.
This phone should technically work on all four US carries. (Verizon, Sprint, Att, and TMobile).
As for the LTE coverage I am not sure about Att's LTE spectrum matching with Verizon.
But the planned Sprint LTE spectrum and Verizon's does not match.
That just means that the first version of the SGN would not support LTE on Sprint.
The GSM version of the phone should work on both the ATT and TMobile networks.
I hope that the SGN comes to all four major carries as Apple is already on four US carries. (Att, Verizon, Sprint, and C Spire "Soon").
I have Sprint and would get this phone as soon as it was available.
I would not switch networks just for a phone.

Agreed, the move to Yamaha was probably the only regression in an otherwise great phone.
According to supercurio from today's Engadget article its a Texas Instruments TWL6040. How this compares to the Wolfson DAC I do not know.
I really hope its good because I am very satisfied with the sound quality out of my Nexus S with voodoo sound and good IEMs. I use my phone more as a GPS and PMP than as a phone.

Anyone have experience with Expansys? I placed a pre order with them just to have it in. I'm not even sure if that's for a LTE or GSM one, but I hope it's GSM haha.
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Expansys seems to expensive... much cheaper to order over seas and have them ship here. 779$ vs 680 $ from UK retailers.

all these preorder sites are for the GSM version of the device right?..

halfnelson117 said:
Expansys seems to expensive... much cheaper to order over seas and have them ship here. 779$ vs 680 $ from UK retailers.
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It will not cost that much in the US though. Expect somewhere around $529-$550 most likely. I explained this above.

halfnelson117 said:
Expansys seems to expensive... much cheaper to order over seas and have them ship here. 779$ vs 680 $ from UK retailers.
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Yah, their expensive, but I'm assuming they will adjust their price once the true price is reveiled.
I was just curious about how their customer service and shipping is, if anyone has ordered from them.
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slowz3r said:
all these preorder sites are for the GSM version of the device right?..
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I sure hope so!!
What other site has preorders besides expansys?
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K Rich said:
I sure hope so!!
What other site has preorders besides expansys?
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*sigh*, If i could drop how ever much money I need to drop to reserve the VZW/LTE version I would right now

K Rich said:
I sure hope so!!
What other site has preorders besides expansys?
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Clove has it available for 429GBP pre-order.
http://goo.gl/oewUS
I've bought a couple of phones from them over the years.. service always excellent.

T-Mobile Please, at least GSM version so we can buy unlocked on first day and for a decent price.

I definitely think that Sprint is getting it, but the question is when
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I think Google will show T-Mobile some love. Look at the history they have together: The first US Android phone was released on their network and both Nexus branded phones were also released with T-Mobile exclusivity before branching out to other networks. I doubt it'll enjoy the same nod that Google showed them in the past with temporary exclusivity, but I highly doubt they'll be left in the dark for more than a few weeks to a month at most.

qreffie said:
I think Google will show T-Mobile some love. Look at the history they have together: The first US Android phone was released on their network and both Nexus branded phones were also released with T-Mobile exclusivity before branching out to other networks. I doubt it'll enjoy the same nod that Google showed them in the past with temporary exclusivity, but I highly doubt they'll be left in the dark for more than a few weeks to a month at most.
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I think so too. By looking at the introduction and specs it shows a model "T"... GT-I9250T. Like our Nexus S for T-Mo is the GT-I9020T.

32 gig version €560,- in holland...
6 weeks of waiting...
http://www.belsimpel.nl/Samsung/Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-i9250-Black#volledige-specificaties

DAC
pastuch said:
I'm really frustrated by most manufacturers reporting the specs of a device without including Digital Audio Converter information.
The Yamaha DAC and amp in the Galaxy S II and Hercules is total ****. (I own an SGS2)
If anyone knows what audio DAC the Galaxy Nexus uses please share it with the rest of us. I really hope it's a Wolfson DAC... The original Galaxy S and Nexus S with Voodoo sound absolutely incredible.
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I am 100% with you. This is the deciding factor for me.

No off contract price yet for gsm
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Galaxy Nexus India.

When will it be released in India?
Same as other regions or any changes?
What if i get it shipped from UK? (Clove or Expansys)
Does Nexus have MHL support?
Is it Plastic Body or Metal?
Whats the difference? (TI OMAP 4460 chipset / Exynos chipset)

prashanth1990 said:
When will it be released in India?
Same as other regions or any changes?
What if i get it shipped from UK? (Clove or Expansys)
Does Nexus have MHL support?
Is it Plastic Body or Metal?
Whats the difference? (TI OMAP 4460 chipset / Exynos chipset)
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it supports MHL, Body is Plastic with some metal to make it solid(i think)

Waiting eagerly for an Indian launch date.

imo u will wait 4 atleast 3-4 months. i m an indian n currently in us, returning on nov 20th, so i will buy 4m the us, unlocked.

Hardware Change?
Will there be a change in hardware for indian version of Galaxy Nexus?

I don't think so that there will be any change in hardware of Galaxy Nexus for Indian version. Indians may get the device in some were early next year.

Didn't Samsung release SGSII quite early for Indians or is that just an illusion? And generally Indian phones are same as world wide GSM ones.

Hardware Change: LTE Radio
Those phones which are going to be released in the stateside will carry LTE 4G radio, whereas it is not required in our country, we do not have even consistent 3G signal even in our cities.
So i am expecting a 16GB version of SGN with no LTE radio in it.

India - Launch
Guys any Leaks on Indian Launch???

aviatorarun said:
Those phones which are going to be released in the stateside will carry LTE 4G radio, whereas it is not required in our country, we do not have even consistent 3G signal even in our cities.
So i am expecting a 16GB version of SGN with no LTE radio in it.
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That's the 4G version, you will get the 3G/GSM version.

Nov 17 has been anounced has the release date for the UK. What is the release date for Acia Pacific..?

aviatorarun said:
Nov 17 has been anounced has the release date for the UK. What is the release date for Acia Pacific..?
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It will be launched in India before the end of the year.
http://phandroid.com/2011/11/04/galaxy-nexus-arriving-in-india-before-end-of-the-year/

Hope we will get a date soon..

I think it is Google's fault that the launch is getting delayed. The device is obviously ready but since it is a nexus they want to launch it first in US. Samsung is ready to launch it I think, like how they launched the S2 many months before the US launch. But I think the price will be a big shock. Nexus S is overpriced to date, by at least 5000 over similar spec phones. I think this one will be priced 10000 more than a Galaxy S2.

server3249 said:
I think it is Google's fault that the launch is getting delayed. The device is obviously ready but since it is a nexus they want to launch it first in US. Samsung is ready to launch it I think, like how they launched the S2 many months before the US launch. But I think the price will be a big shock. Nexus S is overpriced to date, by at least 5000 over similar spec phones. I think this one will be priced 10000 more than a Galaxy S2.
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What..??? 10000 More?? I dont think they can sell it with that price range. Current market price of SGS II in india is 28K - 30K (though Sulekha is selling at 25K). You Add 10000 to it, boom.. 38 -40 K.
Samsung / Google should limit the price to a max of 32-33 K, other wise they will loose the potential buyers. If that is the case, i will wait for another 3-4 months, for some other ICS model from either HTC/LG / Sammy.

galaxy note or nexus? confused! which one to buy?

prashanth1990 said:
galaxy note or nexus? confused! which one to buy?
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Very simple, Are you fond of using stylus, and have a big pocket then go for galaxy note. Note is useful for those people who wants to take quick memos often as part of their work.
Or you just need a phone, then definitely Galaxy Nexus.

aviatorarun said:
Very simple, Are you fond of using stylus, and have a big pocket then go for galaxy note. Note is useful for those people who wants to take quick memos often as part of their work.
Or you just need a phone, then definitely Galaxy Nexus.
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Thank you bro!
does nexus support MHL???

Supposedly but havent got any confirmation. It has the hardware for it.
I invented cyberspace. You're trespassing.

I think yes. You just need a standard USB adapter/converter.

Samsung Galaxy Nexus GT-i9250 Titanium Silver 16GB 3G/GSM $759.99 from Newegg

16GB version for sale from Newegg for $759.99
I tried posting on Slickdeals.net to let more people know there's a reputable option now to purchase a Galaxy Nexus but my thread's in the process of getting flamed for the price. I guess there are too many people out there that don't understand what a handset actually costs at retail.
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
UMTS 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
LTE 700
This phone pretty much covers all bases except for CDMA in the United States!

Well it isn't a slickdeal. Lol. Maybe if Amazon had them for .01
Full retail price will get flamed.
G2x - 2.3.7 CM7
Transformer - 3.2 Revolver OC/UV

Having good customer value and being a slick deal are way different things.
Us SDers are just looking for crazy deals! Heck, many times I haven't realized how much I may value something until I see a deal that is just too good to pass up. Then I create the value within after the impulse purchase.
Get this phone down to below standard carrier subsidization costs and it will make SD.

Just ordered one from Newegg. Immediately after, it listed "out-of-stock", so hopefully I have (the last) one!
Not sure why they have 700 LTE band listed... I thought the GSM one didn't have any LTE?

jstierman said:
Not sure why they have 700 LTE band listed... I thought the GSM one didn't have any LTE?
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Lol, yeah a type-o. Hope you aren't expecting an LTE Galaxy Nexus (unless it's Verizon, which this clearly isn't).
It's identical to any other GSM Galaxy Nexus. Do you honestly think Newegg has some secret access to a non-released GSM LTE device?
Didn't think so because it doesn't exist.

I didn't know New Egg sold grey market products?

mstyle88 said:
I didn't know New Egg sold grey market products?
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Absolutely.
I got a white I9020A (Canadian nexus S) last year. Definitely grey market with zero warranty.

ericshmerick said:
Lol, yeah a type-o. Hope you aren't expecting an LTE Galaxy Nexus (unless it's Verizon, which this clearly isn't).
It's identical to any other GSM Galaxy Nexus. Do you honestly think Newegg has some secret access to a non-released GSM LTE device?
Didn't think so because it doesn't exist.
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Nope, just wanted the GSM one. Checked the specs (size, weight, battery) to make sure I *wasn't* pre-ordering a Verizon one. Also, the fact that it was in-stock and selling yesterday.

Id prefer expansys or negri. They will handle warranty issues for you. I don't think new egg would do that. Akso they charge tax for me. Deal killer!

predation said:
Id prefer expansys or negri. They will handle warranty issues for you. I don't think new egg would do that. Akso they charge tax for me. Deal killer!
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Yep, no tax in my state. Newegg shipping is always super fast for me, too. Guess I'm willing to take a risk of warranty to shop with somewhere I'm familiar with.

Newegg appears to offer their own insurance for $60 for 1 year for the Galaxy Nexus, which also covers accidents. Not sure if there's a deductible though.

Extended battery w/NFC for play store gnex

Hi all,
I know this subject has other threads but I was not able to find a direct answer for the gsm play store version of the gnex.
I'm looking for something quality that will not make the phone too unwieldy.
Thanks!
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I pretty sure the play store version and every other version are the same just cdma vs gsm
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Wdustin1 said:
I pretty sure the play store version and every other version are the same just cdma vs gsm
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Really? I didn't think so. I was under the impression that the GSM and CDMA batteries we're NOT interchangeable. I found the official GSM extended battery from Samsung for sale on Nigrielectronics from other posts but it's sold out.
It's not available on Amazon and I can't find anything but shady looking vendors when I google.
Anyone have any ideas? I (think) know it needs to be the i9250 variety to work on the GSM (play store) version.
The Mugen battery is also listed as sold out.

I got mine on ebay. Took a couple weeks to arrive, tho.

http://www.expansys-usa.com/samsung-extended-battery-and-cover-for-gsm-galaxy-nexus-226962/
or
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Goo...110002?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1c2236eff2

mbh87 said:
http://www.expansys-usa.com/samsung-extended-battery-and-cover-for-gsm-galaxy-nexus-226962/
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Goo...110002?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1c2236eff2
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Don't buy from expansys-usa, I tried to purcahse a battery from them (the extended OEM one) and they didn't restock for 2 weeks. I called them to ask when my battery was due and they said "we haven't delievered it", asked for a refund and they gave it me (although a bit rude). Go with shimshop on eBay, I personally brought one from the same shop and it was awesome. They give you a tracking number for international (you can track it here when it's overseas). Then you plug in the number into USPS and it tells you where it is stateside. Took about 2 weeks to arrive and the package was clean, sealed and no dents/scratches (the guy who sells them is very friendly and responds to questions very fast).

AlexWekell said:
Don't buy from expansys-usa, I tried to purcahse a battery from them (the extended OEM one) and they didn't restock for 2 weeks. I called them to ask when my battery was due and they said "we haven't delievered it", asked for a refund and they gave it me (although a bit rude). Go with shimshop on eBay, I personally brought one from the same shop and it was awesome. They give you a tracking number for international (you can track it here when it's overseas). Then you plug in the number into USPS and it tells you where it is stateside. Took about 2 weeks to arrive and the package was clean, sealed and no dents/scratches (the guy who sells them is very friendly and responds to questions very fast).
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+1 for shimshop - very happy with mine

GSM batteries and CDMA batteries are NOT the same.
They DO use the same battery as other models though. One is the T-Mobile SGSII I think.
CDMA Verizon has its own extended battery.
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player911 said:
GSM batteries and CDMA batteries are NOT the same.
They DO use the same battery as other models though. One is the T-Mobile SGSII I think.
CDMA Verizon has its own extended battery.
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I believe the TMo SII and Skyrocket batteries fit the CDMA GNex, not the GSM. I know for a fact that the Skyrocket fits the CDMA GNex, not sure about the TMo SII though.

I bought from shimshop before as well. Great buying experience.
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Now only if Samsung manufactured this with a white battery cover.... boy would that be fantastic. This phone in white just looks wayyyyy too good.

+1 for simshop on eBay. Took two weeks to receive the order, but I have been using it for several months now, even the NFC chip in the battery works perfectly.

slapshot591 said:
Now only if Samsung manufactured this with a white battery cover.... boy would that be fantastic. This phone in white just looks wayyyyy too good.
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Yeah, tell me about it. I've been using the 2000mAh battery for a long time now and just decided to upgrade to white (to fix some small scratches) and now I am going to lose 250mAh :crying: Sucks to have Mugen 4000mAh and Sammy 2000mAH batteries laying around not getting any love.

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I believe the TMo SII and Skyrocket batteries fit the CDMA GNex, not the GSM. I know for a fact that the Skyrocket fits the CDMA GNex, not sure about the TMo SII though.
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Yeah T-Mobile s2 fits the cmda gnex
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Wallet case for t989- modded from s2 LTE wallet case

I know there have been a bunch of people out there looking for wallet cases for the T-Mobile version of the s2. I was one of those people too, but after searching I have found a great wallet case for a good price. The only problem is that it is made for the Galaxy s2 LTE E110(which is slightly different from ours). However, with an exacto knife I was able to make it work out.
There are also a lot of good cases for the skyrocket that can be easily modified to get our phones. Both the skyrocket and the LTE are nearly the same size as ours.
The only modifications I had to make was the positioning for the USB connector and the earphones. The phone fit great into the rubber case otherwise.
How did I find this you ask? Search on eBay for "s2 lte wallet" or "skyrocket wallet" recently I have even seen some actual wallet cases for the t989. Most of them ship from Korea.
This specific one is from a Korean company called solozen. The name of the case is "Hit diary protection" galaxy s2 lte version.
Let me know if you have troubles finding the cases. There are a lot of different brands and styles on eBay and other auction sites.
I hope this helps at least a few people!
Note-I HAVE tried this and it does fit. No problems at all. Please try not to post saying that this wouldn't work because the phones are different. I am well aware with a little modding it can work though.
Another idea was to buy a cheap plastic case for the t989, detach the one that fits the LTE from the wallet part, then glue the t989 cover to it. I didn't end up doing that, but it might be something to try!
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wow thanks for posting this, I looked everywhere for a wallet case for S2 t-mobile version... You said that now they make wallet cases for S2 T-mobile? Where did you find this? I looked on ebay and couldn't find any from Korea.

I'm curious about this case too but am also having troubles finding it on eBay. I searched for "s2 lte wallet" first but didn't see any that were a "hit diary protection". Next I searched for "solozen" and there were five with results with "hit diary protection" in the description but they were only for Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2, iPhone 5 and Optimus G. I searched for "skyrocket wallet" and there was a result for Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727, but it wasn't sold through "solozen" but rather "totomagirl" (item location was still in South Korea though).
The item sells for $19USD and the photos look similar to what carrman17 posted so it's probably a match.

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I'm curious about this case too but am also having troubles finding it on eBay. I searched for "s2 lte wallet" first but didn't see any that were a "hit diary protection". Next I searched for "solozen" and there were five with results with "hit diary protection" in the description but they were only for Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2, iPhone 5 and Optimus G. I searched for "skyrocket wallet" and there was a result for Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727, but it wasn't sold through "solozen" but rather "totomagirl" (item location was still in South Korea though).
The item sells for $19USD and the photos look similar to what carrman17 posted so it's probably a match.
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I think you can just look for S2 lte wallet case on ebay, and any of them will do. I think

Would this wallet work for our phones?
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=160942227351
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blatz729 said:
Would this wallet work for our phones?
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=160942227351
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That's the same kind as mine except it's the skyrocket version. I'm almost positive it could work with a little modification.
Also, the seller for mine was totomagirl. Most sellers don't put the brand in the description for some reason.

Nice find. I was always under the impression that the skyrocket was a hell of a lot bigger device so cases would never work.
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