After the Nexus - Samsung Galaxy Nexus

I am infatuated with my phone. I love it more than any inanimate object I have ever know.
Perfection.
However, I feel the need to become more mainstream. I want a tablet.
I want one that has a community like this, i.e. hundreds of devs catering for one device.
Any suggestions are welcome.
If my post is incoherent, ask me what I'm on, and what girl caused it.

Get a galaxy note, or Samsung 7/8.9/10 tab
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I'd say pass on note , I didn't like the screens horrible at producing black , its a big issue , I had gray boxes a lot of the time during black parts of video
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I would first wait what the Google tablet will bring, personally I also think the new huawei tablet will be interesting.

TwilightSparkle said:
I want one that has a community like this, i.e. hundreds of devs catering for one device.
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Daaayyuuummmnnn, don't know about that....
But yea if you're looking for something around 7inch screen size I'd wait to see what Google is gonna offer, if not then perhaps.....
http://eee.asus.com/eeepad/transformer-300/features/

IMO, just wait for the nexus tablet. I've learned my lesson not to get a phone or tab that isn't from Google. Or at least get one from a company that updates quickly like moto or Asus. Samsung is just terrible with updates.
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prinzhernan said:
IMO, just wait for the nexus tablet. I've learned my lesson not to get a phone or tab that isn't from Google. Or at least get one from a company that updates quickly like moto or Asus. Samsung is just terrible with updates.
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Please don't include Motorola in any list of companies that update quickly. They burnt me badly with the Atrix and their false promises.
On the plus side they did push me back to the Nexus line..

CodeMonkey said:
Please don't include Motorola in any list of companies that update quickly. They burnt me badly with the Atrix and their false promises.
On the plus side they did push me back to the Nexus line..
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Haha fine. But they are way better than Sammy. Sammy is slow as a snail with updates. They even drop support for their devices faster than you can say money.
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prinzhernan said:
Haha fine. But they are way better than Sammy. Sammy is slow as a snail with updates. They even drop support for their devices faster than you can say money.
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I agree with you about Asus though. I just wish Moto and the others would start interacting with their customers and keep them informed. I've got a TF101 and have been really impressed with how Asus have kept people informed. Asus UK even asked what issues we would like them to raise with their engineers when they visited them earlier this year.

prinzhernan said:
IMO, just wait for the nexus tablet. I've learned my lesson not to get a phone or tab that isn't from Google. Or at least get one from a company that updates quickly like moto or Asus. Samsung is just terrible with updates.
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Coming from a Defy, I can assure you the moto part is totally wrong ^^. Moto don't care about their customers.
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If your not a fan of iPads and want an Android Tab. The Transformer Prime is the Answer !

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Upgrading from sgs2 to galaxy nexus?

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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jay_993 said:
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?
jay_993 said:
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
AllGamer said:
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.
Griffrez said:
And huge software support.
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Very true. I'm slightly considering it just because of that (development).
Griffrez said:
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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android_master said:
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?

A discussion about Multiple Nexus devices possibly being released next time around..

I have been reading that it's quite possible that the next batch of Nexus devices could be made by multiple companies. I was just curious as to what people thought of this and if this does happen which will you probably go with? I have always been big on Samsung but if HTC, Motorola, and Samsung all make their own version of the Nexus, I honestly don't know what I would do...What do you guys think about this? Do you think it will happen? Which do you think you would probably go with if this does happen?
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Pretty sure there is a thread about this elsewhere, but to answer your question..... I'd go with Motorola all day long. Motorola's hardware is the best hands down, couple that with a open boot loader and toll be the best device we have seen yet.
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DualSportDad said:
Pretty sure there is a thread about this elsewhere, but to answer your question..... I'd go with Motorola all day long. Motorola's hardware is the best hands down, couple that with a open boot loader and toll be the best device we have seen yet.
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Moto would be a good choice, but I'd be really tempted by Samsung or HTC. HTC especially, I've had a few of their devices and loved them all, but Sammy has that amazing SAMOLED screen and it's hard going from it to any other screen. Definitely interesting and hopefully true.
I looked and didn't see anything... I was actually leaning more towards Motorola myself. They made solid phones. I'm not big on HTC.. Many ppl like the way they build phones but I like the plastic look. Also Motorola is known for better reception..I've read a lot about how they make best radios.. Looking very forward to it!! Love my Nexus devices!
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I think if Motorola would make it, it word go perfect with slcd2, omap5, nice 3500 battery, and thin.
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Motorola for sure. Kind miss my og. I have had Sammy HTC and moto. And my of droid was great in its prime.
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If only moto and sammy would team up.
Sammy screens, Moto battery tech, Vanilla AOSP Jelly bean or Kandy Kane, both can build slim devices, Moto radios (best in the biz)...maybe some styling from HTC (I always thought my rezound was kind of sexy/classy...for a fat girl). 4.6 to 4.8" screen. 3000mah slim battery....carbon kevlar the whole phone minus the glass and leave it the natural yellowish/greenish/black color. NFC....
I've thought of a way Moto could make their slim batteries like in the Razr and Maxx, removable....but it's hard to explain. (Quick detach I'm implying, not how they are currently removable).
And for heaven's sake at least 32gb since we all know Google won't allow an SD card on a Nexus device. Maybe even a wacom screen like the Note.....
The multiple nexii idea is unrealistic, it would kill the whole meaning of the nexus series, there's also the issue of who will get updates first and who will be issuing the updates, google or oems... we've already witnessed how the cdma gnex contributed to the fragmentation problem, multiple nexii would do the same.
In addition, i hope the next nexus won't have an over saturated and contrasted oled display, i think we should look up to the one x standards.
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Well whatever Google decides to go with for the next Nexus...please no Tegra 3. Yes a lot of games are "optimized & compatible" for Teg3 but honestly I think there are better options out there.
hope not...cuz i might hv to get all of them cuz nexus are awesome!!!
I don't believe we will see several new Nexus phones this year. What has been said is that there might be 4-5 nexus devices released this year, right? Well, we already know about two of those: the Nexus 7 and the Nexus Q (although the latter has been delayed). A new phone brings that number up to three, and the fourth device could possibly be a larger tablet (?). Not sure what else there could possibly be, but again, I don't believe there will be more than one new phone.
I think the next nexus will be made by Google.... They own Motorola mobility now so I'm guessing Google will be releasing there own
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I can't imagine it being made by anyone but Samsung at this point, honestly. I'd love to see HTC make one, personally. I'm not sure about the other variants, but the HTC OneX (or OneS?) on T-Mobile is absolutely wonderful, physically. It's got that metallic feel that the Nexus One had. I like that a lot more than slick plastic.
I'd love a moto nexus. When it comes to quality hardware ie. Antennas, moto is the best
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I think the next nexus will be made by Google.... They own Motorola mobility now so I'm guessing Google will be releasing there own
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Not likely. Motorola still operates as its own entity, not as a hardware division of Google, and Google has publically stated that they won't give Motorola preferential treatment like that. The other OEMs would not be happy if they did. So Motorola has the same chances as everyone else (which in my opinion means it's pretty unlikely they will get to make the next Nexus).
its either Motorola or Samsung.. i dont think google would choose HTC (again) or Sony..
wasnt nexuses are supposed to be a developer phone? and not high class fashionista phone like that glass brick does?
nexuses arent jewellry :angel:
I have a feeling Samsung will continue to make the Nexus phone.
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Nokia plan B is Galaxy Nexus! Hahaha
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@dual sport dad What a goofy thing to say I'm pretty sure. Like I'm pretty sure you think you know everything or I'm pretty sure I pulled out, but thank God you took your time to reply I'm pretty sure it didn't mean anything
On another note Sammy just because of the amoled
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I dont care who makes it I'm buy'n it! :good:

Samsung Galaxy S4 to launch in February: report

http://business.financialpost.com/2012/09/17/samsung-galaxy-s4-to-launch-in-february-report/
Just putting it out there
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http://business.financialpost.com/2012/09/17/samsung-galaxy-s4-to-launch-in-february-report/
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Yep, ZDNet and other sources have the same scoop. Rumored to be 5" screen and quad core - more than likely a similar config to the Note 2.
lol.. I cant wait to see what goodies the new S4 will hold.... My current S2 is keeping my happy, by the time LTE even gets to me in Los Angeles county, the S3 wouldn't be useful for me and I'd have wanted the next S.X model
Can't wait till early 2014. We'll probably have the S6 by then. I like big upgrades, not incremental upgrades.
Sweet
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Glad I didn't get the S3 yet...
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http://business.financialpost.com/2012/09/17/samsung-galaxy-s4-to-launch-in-february-report/
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Well, this basically just stopped me from buying the S3
I'm just, sorta, glad that i don't live in a market with 4g or lte and there's no plans in the future for either. Sad about that but less pressure for my wants and desires..
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I...highly doubt..that the S4 will be released that soon. Samsung's not dumb.
The only reason they would put out a true successor so soon would be if the technologies involved were fantastic enough. In my mind, that would be a 1080p screen and the exynos 5. Those two probably would warrant a quicker push simply to be very far ahead of the pack.
Though I can't shake this feeling that we'll be seeing the exynos 5 in the next nexus, probably this fall. Nexus' are very much reference models, and releasing the first A15 as a nexus just sounds like such a good idea.
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Samsung always gimps the nexus line of phones so that its galaxy line will sell better. I seriously doubt the next nexus will have the a15 soc, probably the krait. Google needs to give someone else a shot on the next nexus cuz Samsung is not trying to sell out its own galaxy line, I'm not impressed with the past 2 nexus devices.
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Wish the new phone was wimax/LTE so I can have a new phone to use till LTE comes out on the west coast.
They shouldnt go with a 5 inch screen. They have note for bigger screens.
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As long as the phones actual dimensions do not get bigger (5.5" x 2.5"ish) then it'll be fine for most people i guess. I envision the phone being "launched" like the galaxy s2 intl' at MWC with actual phones becoming on sale near the end of april/early may. Makes most sense with Sammys 1 year upgrade cycle.
Well seeing I am new to the E4GT. I am enjoying my S2. Come next year, I might be interested in the S4. Hopefully it will have newer features and improvements to make the phone stay very popular like the S2 and my old phone HTC EVO 4G. So far I am enjoying Samsung over HTC.
Now lets see this holiday season if Samsung and HTC throw dirty balls at Apple to delay the I5.
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Samsung always gimps the nexus line of phones so that its galaxy line will sell better. I seriously doubt the next nexus will have the a15 soc, probably the krait. Google needs to give someone else a shot on the next nexus cuz Samsung is not trying to sell out its own galaxy line, I'm not impressed with the past 2 nexus devices.
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Its google's decision for the specs, they're trying to support more SoC and prove a point its not about power but software. Samsung simply just makes it. If was up to Samsung we would've seen an SD card support already for the nexus
line. I just hate their plastic built.
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I think Samsung releasing a S4 would be a good way to give the iPhone 5 some good competition in the first and second quarter of next year.
Why else would the be pushing the S3 right now? They want to sell as many S3's as they can so they can still finish out this year in the lead of all the competition. Then release the S4 to start the year next year.
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The next new software feature that the S4 will have is called, "make puns and insults about iPhone". My favorite feature lol..
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Are there still plans to release a Nexus version of the S3 in the fall? I remember reading about a few Nexus devices being available from Google by the Holidays.
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Are there still plans to release a Nexus version of the S3 in the fall? I remember reading about a few Nexus devices being available from Google by the Holidays.
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Thought all the Nexus devices for this year were being done by Motorola Mobility (other than the Nexus 7)...?
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Thought all the Nexus devices for this year were being done by Motorola Mobility (other than the Nexus 7)...?
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That's really just an assumption more than anything else. Considering that most devices have well over a year of development cycle, and that the Google-Motorola deal wasn't finalized too long ago, it probably won't be until next summer that we see the fruits of the relationship.
Samsung still seems like the clear favorite for the next nexus, considering only their manufacturing prowess. HTC has too many problems right now, and LG's just don't sell well. Now Asus...I could really get on board with an Asus made phone. I'd argue they are on a similar plane as Samsung, albiet a slightly different one. Samsung's big advantage is their experience as a fab and foundry. Asus obviously has a celebrated PC motherboard heritage. Both are very good at engineering and design.
Could you imagine a joint-device between them? It will never happen, but I would weed-wack my grandmother for an Asus engineered, Samsung sourced and manufactured, Google coded device.
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Should I buy the Galaxy Nexus?

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.

Any chance for Samsung Nexus?

Hey guys as the new LG nexus coming up wanted to know if anyone found or heard of another Samsung Nexus that they started to plan or make? I'm a huge Nexus fan but i don't like LG phones AT ALL, i still got the Gnex and think its one of the best phones out there thanks to our devoted developers who keeps it alive and updated for all that time, I only trust Samsung hardware so i be waiting for a Samsung Nexus even if its gonna be nexus 8 or what ever, would be happy if someone can post some stuff he found on the web even shards of hope will help
thanks
vitalero said:
Hey guys as the new LG nexus coming up wanted to know if anyone found or heard of another Samsung Nexus that they started to plan or make? I'm a huge Nexus fan but i don't like LG phones AT ALL, i still got the Gnex and think its one of the best phones out there thanks to our devoted developers who keeps it alive and updated for all that time, I only trust Samsung hardware so i be waiting for a Samsung Nexus even if its gonna be nexus 8 or what ever, would be happy if someone can post some stuff he found on the web even shards of hope will help
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My words. I think exactly the same.. I am afraid though that it will be Motorola since it is owned by Google..
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mrgnex said:
My words. I think exactly the same.. I am afraid though that it will be Motorola since it is owned by Google..
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At this point its far too early to speculate, thus far Moto has been following its old practices while under direction by google. As it stands Moto still has alot of pr repair to do and public recognition before Google will use it as a Nexus. As for Samsung, there has been no indication that they would, so far every device they have released doesnt exactly fit the nexus concept, tho with their Google play devices (essentially a nexus device but not manufcatured or named as such, ala Galaxy s4 and HTC ONE) . As it stands Samsung would likely loose money by making a nexus device. The N5 is actually being sold below MSRP see how much it will cost off contract at sprint, should be around 5-600. Samsung has found a formula that works for them, i can see more google play devices in the future but more than likely we will see a nexus form HTC, LG, or Moto. I doubt anything will come from sony with the recent lawsuit that Sony, Apple and MS have brought against google and various other google partners.
But again as a new nexus was just released yesterday it is far too early to speculate about who is going to make the next nexus.
vitalero said:
Hey guys as the new LG nexus coming up wanted to know if anyone found or heard of another Samsung Nexus that they started to plan or make? I'm a huge Nexus fan but i don't like LG phones AT ALL, i still got the Gnex and think its one of the best phones out there thanks to our devoted developers who keeps it alive and updated for all that time, I only trust Samsung hardware so i be waiting for a Samsung Nexus even if its gonna be nexus 8 or what ever, would be happy if someone can post some stuff he found on the web even shards of hope will help
thanks
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Hopefully not.. I'd pick Samsung dead last to make another nexus. Would like another HTC. Never had an lg so can't comment there. But I'd love to see a Motorola one... Best wireless radios period.
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cstrife999 said:
Hopefully not.. I'd pick Samsung dead last to make another nexus. Would like another HTC. Never had an lg so can't comment there. But I'd love to see a Motorola one... Best wireless radios period.
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While that's true about the wireless radio: I can't say no to a removable battery and AMOLED screen.

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