If I were to buy galaxy nexus, would it better to get it from play store or negri for t-zone usage?
umm they're essentially the same (or can be simply made the same)... so it doesn't matter.
martonikaj said:
umm they're essentially the same (or can be simply made the same)... so it doesn't matter.
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they're the same phone but may ship with different variants,
Play Store: Guaranteed "takju"
Negri: may come in different variants, yakju/yakjuxw/etc....
but nevertheless, you can always flash it to "takju" or "yakju" so yeah it doesn't matter
Well, isn't the one from negri(NTT Docomo) internation brand so tmobile won;t have their imei?
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Well, isn't the one from negri(NTT Docomo) internation brand so tmobile won;t have their imei?
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NTT Docomo's version is carrier locked to NTT Docomo. You can fix this by unlocking it.
T-Mobile doesn't need your IMEI. But I don't know what T-Zone is.... I just popped in my SIM card and the phone works with my T-Mobile plan.
The non-Docomo version on Negri is cheaper,
https://negrielectronics.com/samsung-i9250-google-galaxy-nexus-black-unlocked.html
http://www.expansys-usa.com/google-nexus-prime-android-smartphone-unlocked-16gb-224148/ $409 (even cheaper)
play store: $399 but you have to pay taxes is what im told.
zephiK said:
they're the same phone but may ship with different variants,
Play Store: Guaranteed "takju"
Negri: may come in different variants, yakju/yakjuxw/etc....
but nevertheless, you can always flash it to "takju" or "yakju" so yeah it doesn't matter
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As I said, they can be made the same.
T-zone is the old old $6.00 internet plan. A few month ago they blocked nexus one's imei so I am looking for a new phone to use t-zone on.
xellos2099 said:
T-zone is the old old $6.00 internet plan. A few month ago they blocked nexus one's imei so I am looking for a new phone to use t-zone on.
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Get HD2 2nd revision(no digitizerissue) if your budget is below 150.
Get Nexus S I9023 if your budget is below 250.
Get Sensation factory unlocked(z710e) if your budget is below 300
Get Telus Galaxy S II X or Galaxy Nexus if you want to spend more than 430+
I also have T-zone and currently own HD2, I9023 and galaxy SIIX
sharpeyedman said:
Get HD2 2nd revision(no digitizerissue) if your budget is below 150.
Get Nexus S I9023 if your budget is below 250.
Get Sensation factory unlocked(z710e) if your budget is below 300
Get Telus Galaxy S II X or Galaxy Nexus if you want to spend more than 430+
I also have T-zone and currently own HD2, I9023 and galaxy SIIX
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can you tell me where you purchased your galaxy siix? i'm looking, but have had a hard time finding the "telus" model that apparently works for tzones. thanks in advance!
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can you tell me where you purchased your galaxy siix? i'm looking, but have had a hard time finding the "telus" model that apparently works for tzones. thanks in advance!
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I bought mine brand new on ebay. The seller happened to be in US but they are usually sold by Canadian ebayers. Not many people know about it. Unlocked ver is lil more expensive. When u go on ebay, Try 's ii x' in search field then choose cell phones under categories tab on the left side.
Some times, it is found on t989 Unlocked version section. Or u could try ebay.ca(canadian ebay) and then search the phone and then narrow it down to if the seller is shipping to US or not.
I recommend g nexus because price has dropped alot and u can also get us warranty now. I also really like aosp.
Of coaese I am happy with gsiix as u literally experience no lag due to high processor speed and RAM.
As for s ii x it is exactly same as tmobiles g s 2 wihout tmobile logo and they wont make u get android plans. Wifi calling works on s ii x but u will need new tmobile
Sim card version TM9177 just as all other tmobile gs2 users. I tried the sim card to use wifi calling and it worked great. I hope this helps.
Edit: I would wait a little as g s 3 is about to be released. Price for GN and SIIX will likely drop.
HTC sensation xe z715e could be a better choice if u can get one new under 400 and I dont think it uses dual channel hspa+ like the previous two. I could be wrong so u might want to confirm that.
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One more thing that I would like to mention is that HSPA+ can be picky for both gnex and gsiix for ur tzone. depending on ur location. This is different from hsdpa of nexus one, nexus s or hd2 etc. If you are concerned with rather have consistent and good 3g plus connection and if u r on the move alot then I recommend nexus s. If you have to have WiFi calling and good 3g plus connection then I recommend a HD2 but it has to be second revision. Otherwise your digitizer will fail sooner or later.
I ve tried it in mostly eastern part of major US cities. Charlotte, Atlanta, NYC and Boston. I came to this conclusion based on my personal testing and experience so I have no data to back up my cliams. I am just sharing it cuz it might be useful to others.
Sent from my Galaxy S 2 X
sharpeyedman said:
I bought mine brand new on ebay. The seller happened to be in US but they are usually sold by Canadian ebayers. Not many people know about it. Unlocked ver is lil more expensive. When u go on ebay, Try 's ii x' in search field then choose cell phones under categories tab on the left side.
Some times, it is found on t989 Unlocked version section. Or u could try ebay.ca(canadian ebay) and then search the phone and then narrow it down to if the seller is shipping to US or not.
I recommend g nexus because price has dropped alot and u can also get us warranty now. I also really like aosp.
Of coaese I am happy with gsiix as u literally experience no lag due to high processor speed and RAM.
As for s ii x it is exactly same as tmobiles g s 2 wihout tmobile logo and they wont make u get android plans. Wifi calling works on s ii x but u will need new tmobile
Sim card version TM9177 just as all other tmobile gs2 users. I tried the sim card to use wifi calling and it worked great. I hope this helps.
Edit: I would wait a little as g s 3 is about to be released. Price for GN and SIIX will likely drop.
HTC sensation xe z715e could be a better choice if u can get one new under 400 and I dont think it uses dual channel hspa+ like the previous two. I could be wrong so u might want to confirm that.
Sent from my Galaxy S 2 X
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thanks for taking the time to answer. the search begins!
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Does any fellow CAN know of any Telus store with stock in their inventory?
dying to get one, but every where i call they said it either run out, or have not reach them yet, or end of the month
why don't you just get tmobile version?
so i can easily exchange it for another one, in case i find any defect as some of you did
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so i can easily exchange it for another one, in case i find any defect as some of you did
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Damn, you still haven't gotten your GS2? I would of thought by now you've gotten it. Your practically part of the GS2 family. You've been mingling and answering questions for a while now.
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Stupid Question, I have been scouring the internet, but is the Telus Version on the SGS2 going to have the same radio as the T-Mobile Version? Just wondering, as I want to get it for Wind Mobile here in canada. tx.
yes, it's the same phone
just locked to Telus instead of Tmobile
available next Friday 28 $599.99
Sweet! Thanks for the quick response! Now to decide T-Mobile or Telus....529 USD vs. 599 CAD plus tax
Hate to break it to you guys but telus uses the same bands as ATT not tmobile. Unless something has recently changed, telus shares the same network with bell. Im currently using a telus dhd on bell.
The Telus SG2 appears to have the same specs as the T-Mobile Version (larger Screen size, and 1.5 ghz processor) than the other versions of the SG2 that are out there. From everything I have seen and read on line, the T-Mobile version radio will support 3g on AT&T, so I am hoping that the telus version will be the same as the T-Mo. I currently have a T-Mobile Samsung Vibrant, and it works 3G on both At&T (Rogers) or T-Mobile (Wind/Mobilicity).
Based on Telus website information:
telusmobility.com/fr/QC/samsung_galaxy_s_II_x/index.shtml
The Samsung Galaxy S II should be compatible with 1700 and 2100 MHZ (required for T-Mobile but also for Videotron Quebec network).
Hope that these information on the Telus website are true!
Good day!
I went for the T-Mobile one, I'm on Mobilicity in Vancouver. Found a retailer selling it for $529.99 CAN, SIM unlocked.
I'm actually going to be in Vancouver next week. Would you mind passing along the name of the retailer? Thanks
Mitallust said:
I went for the T-Mobile one, I'm on Mobilicity in Vancouver. Found a retailer selling it for $529.99 CAN, SIM unlocked.
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I reside in Vancouver as well. Could you let me know of this retailer?
www dot cellworldco dot com
They have 6 stores, but I think only the Kingsway has them in stock. Call before you go in to check if they have any (they said they only had 3 left when I got mine).
Thanks for the link. I just wanted to make sure that you did get this one, because the specs listed on the website are wrong for the T-Mobile version. Wrong processor, and screen size. Is yours taged with the T-Mobile Logo on the front? Thanks
Haha, yea. Everyone I link it to is like, "Are you sure that's the right one?". The person who did the website obviously copied down the incorrect spec sheet. But no fears, it is the SGH-989! Has T-Mobile branding and everything.
Perfect!! Thanks for the info!! Will probably order in the AM!
Thanks for the link, much appreciated!!!
The phone is running smoothly?
Mitallust said:
www dot cellworldco dot com
They have 6 stores, but I think only the Kingsway has them in stock. Call before you go in to check if they have any (they said they only had 3 left when I got mine).
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Pretty decently, although I had to use Titanium Backup to freeze all the Bloat. Still trying to get this thing working how I want it to. Mobile Hotspot is still giving me troubles, but I'll figure it out eventually.
4 more days to go!!!!
looking forward to Friday, to finally get this beast!
crossing my fingers the Root and CWR works the same on the phone.
Hey guys,
I was looking around for an unlocked version of the Galaxy Nexus in Canada, and stumbled on some information that the Bell/Virgin versions were actually sim-unlocked (being Nexus devices, and all). However, when I called The Source (closest store to me), they said that it is, in fact, locked.
Can anyone confirm that an off-contract Bell/Virgin Galaxy Nexus is sim-locked?
Thanks.
Don't listen to any of the workers. They tell you that to scare you into signing 3 year contract or they just don't know. Most of the workers have no clue about phones except what they are trained on.
Ex: last week in best buy mobile one girl told me they had the Galaxy Nexus for Rogers and they were selling them already.... I walked out once I heard that lol
jhuynh said:
Don't listen to any of the workers. They tell you that to scare you into signing 3 year contract or they just don't know. Most of the workers have no clue about phones except what they are trained on.
Ex: last week in best buy mobile one girl told me they had the Galaxy Nexus for Rogers and they were selling them already.... I walked out once I heard that lol
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Thats what I figured, and I know that Nexus devices are (almost?) always unlocked, but $650 is a lot to drop on a phone if I don't know for sure that I won't be able to use it, you know?
TheEscapist said:
Thats what I figured, and I know that Nexus devices are (almost?) always unlocked, but $650 is a lot to drop on a phone if I don't know for sure that I won't be able to use it, you know?
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If you want to have some more peace of mind about the unlocking situation, i picked up a Galaxy Nexus from Virgin on the 7th. I threw my Rogers SIM in it without issue. So rest assured that are unlocked and work perfectly on Rogers.
Unlocked!! 4 SSure!
bcrook said:
If you want to have some more peace of mind about the unlocking situation, i picked up a Galaxy Nexus from Virgin on the 7th. I threw my Rogers SIM in it without issue. So rest assured that are unlocked and work perfectly on Rogers.
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I also picked my Nexus up but at the bell store. I actually was on rogers at the time, was going to bring it back to rogers. But, Rogers upload speeds on their network (Not LTE) is nothing more then 1Mb. Were as bell i've seen and i get 4-5Mb which is very nice for VOIP calling and video.
They also offered me a cheaper package deal then i was paying on rogers with the same features. And so i switched HAHAHA Never thought i would.
But this phone is unlocked as i did place an AT&T sim inside the phone and it also worked fine.(I have a AT&T account as well).
My gnex has a broken screen and is a GSM that I'm using on t mo. What I want to know is if I buy a Verizon version with a bad esn would the screen on the cdma version work on the GSM one.
Also a bonus question would I be able to put the 32 gb memory in the GSM version.
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DroidDavi said:
My gnex has a broken screen and is a GSM that I'm using on t mo. What I want to know is if I buy a Verizon version with a bad esn would the screen on the cdma version work on the GSM one.
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Possibly... but the phones are definitely not built the exact same (just take the battery cover off and you'll see). So I'd need someone with more technical knowledge of the differences to chime in.
Depending on how much you're paying for that you might be better off selling yours for parts and buying a new one since they're only $399 now.
Also a bonus question would I be able to put the 32 gb memory in the GSM version.
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Definitely no.
They definitely have some differences in parts. When I had an issue with one of my GSM versions I remember looking up tear downs for both and they were a lot more differences that I originally thought. I'd be very cautious attempting to put a part from the cdma variant into GSM until you're 100% sure it'll work. Hopefully someone here can confirm.
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I have my nexus listed now. I sold my nexus s for 180 hopefully I can get like 150 for this and I can buy one from google between college and a baby I aint got any extra cash lol
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hi everyone
so, I was watching a review of Galaxy Nexus because I'm gonna buy one,
& I crossed over this only in Cnet's review, they said 16 GB one is unlocked, & also the 4G one is thicker as they showed.
now my question is if I buy the 32 one, can I unlock it later? myself?
& also if it's true 16GB is thinner, how thin is it in hand? because I already took one 32GB in hand & it was not that bad to take in hand
Unlock it to use on a GSM network? No (at least not as far as I know), the internal hardware in Toro (32GB version) is different than that in Maguro (16GB version).
The thickness isn't really too noticeable for me, depending on what phone you are coming from you probably won't notice a huge difference when held compared to the Toro model, It has a nice quality feel no matter which one you choose.
I hope this helps!
The 4G is used on CDMA, there's not point in unlocking it as you couldn't use it on another CDMA carrier's 4G (such as Sprint).
The 16 GB is GSM, not CDMA. So depending on what network you plan on using it on, that should dictate which one to use.
Since I'm on Tmo, the GSM is the one for me.
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The 4G is used on CDMA, there's not point in unlocking it as you couldn't use it on another CDMA carrier's 4G (such as Sprint).
The 16 GB is GSM, not CDMA. So depending on what network you plan on using it on, that should dictate which one to use.
Since I'm on Tmo, the GSM is the one for me.
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thanks, it's the first time I also hear it's CDMA
then if it's CDMA, why are they selling it where I live here in Cyprus?
cause there's no CDMA in here as far as I know.
is there any chance u might be wrong & 32GB also has a GSM version?
Nope just 16g
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mehras1991 said:
thanks, it's the first time I also hear it's CDMA
then if it's CDMA, why are they selling it where I live here in Cyprus?
cause there's no CDMA in here as far as I know.
is there any chance u might be wrong & 32GB also has a GSM version?
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Well actually, some GSM 32 GB WERE sold a LONG time ago, near launch. Samsung quickly discontinued this model however, and made it a CDMA exclusive for some reasons (only reason I envy my gfs Sprint Gnex).
Anyways, I've seen a few sell on eBay, but as far as everyone knows, they stopped making them, and I don't see why they'd start selling them exclusively there. Maybe a misprint?
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Well actually, some GSM 32 GB WERE sold a LONG time ago, near launch. Samsung quickly discontinued this model however, and made it a CDMA exclusive for some reasons (only reason I envy my gfs Sprint Gnex).
Anyways, I've seen a few sell on eBay, but as far as everyone knows, they stopped making them, and I don't see why they'd start selling them exclusively there. Maybe a misprint?
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So, let's say, the one I saw is from the first few 32gb GSM
if I buy that, will I have problem with updating to other ROMs, because of hardware differences?
(like as u know these people release some ROMs according to the device model number for some brands)
mehras1991 said:
So, let's say, the one I saw is from the first few 32gb GSM
if I buy that, will I have problem with updating to other ROMs, because of hardware differences?
(like as u know these people release some ROMs according to the device model number for some brands)
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Should not have problems.
No, the only change would be the 32 vs 16 gb storage. All GSM are maguro models.
theking_13 said:
Well actually, some GSM 32 GB WERE sold a LONG time ago, near launch. Samsung quickly discontinued this model however, and made it a CDMA exclusive for some reasons (only reason I envy my gfs Sprint Gnex).
Anyways, I've seen a few sell on eBay, but as far as everyone knows, they stopped making them, and I don't see why they'd start selling them exclusively there. Maybe a misprint?
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No.. they were never sold as 32GB and GSM. It was a rumor. The "pre orders" were sold but no one got an actual device.
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joshnichols189 said:
No.. they were never sold as 32GB and GSM. It was a rumor. The "pre orders" were sold but no one got an actual device.
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I saw a few on eBay when I was shopping for my Nexus, this one is the only one that shows up. Maybe I'll find another.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Goo...Cell_Phones&hash=item1c27ed4940#ht_500wt_1202
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I saw a few on eBay when I was shopping for my Nexus, this one is the only one that shows up. Maybe I'll find another.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Goo...Cell_Phones&hash=item1c27ed4940#ht_500wt_1202
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Probably straight from Google.
"Long is the way, and hard, that out of hell leads up to light."
Galaxy Nexus in India???
I'm thinking to buy a UNLOCKED Version of Galaxy Nexus from USA and gonna use it India.Will 3G and 4G is usable in India???.And will Nexus which is buyed from other countries and used in India gets Jelly Bean Update or not and some bug rectifying updates and will they support the product even when they didn't market this in INDIA.For Indian Galaxy Nexus users,do you guys get updates like OTG update is available for guys???.And if all the above criteria works,where will you guys download updates from,using kies or nexus site???...
Help me guys ...
I hear that the service providers of India use a WCDMA network. Thus a unlocked GSM/HSPA+ version should work properly in India.THE Version version and Sprint version are not suit for people who are not in America
Yashrafa said:
Galaxy Nexus in India???
I'm thinking to buy a UNLOCKED Version of Galaxy Nexus from USA and gonna use it India.Will 3G and 4G is usable in India???.And will Nexus which is buyed from other countries and used in India gets Jelly Bean Update or not and some bug rectifying updates and will they support the product even when they didn't market this in INDIA.For Indian Galaxy Nexus users,do you guys get updates like OTG update is available for guys???.And if all the above criteria works,where will you guys download updates from,using kies or nexus site???...
Help me guys ...
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If a phone is unlocked, it will certainly be usable around the world. you can use 3g for sure. 4g depending on your region. the circle is expanding rapidly. you will get the over the air (OTA) updates from google as long as the phone you buy is factory unlocked or directly from google and nothing changed. since its a nexus device, there is ground breaking support for it. updating on your own is a piece of cake, should you wish to do so. any update you would want will come directly to your phone when you connect to a wifi. hence OTA. there is no download what-so-ever using kies.
hope it helps.
nexus user from india!
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Thx buddy it helps ...
And where did you bought the mobile dude???
Amazon huh ???
And how's the battery life dude???
Are you us in 3g and what's the network ate you using buddy???
Thx for the help ...
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Thx buddy it helps ...
And where did you bought the mobile dude???
Amazon huh ???
And how's the battery life dude???
Are you us in 3g and what's the network ate you using buddy???
Thx for the help ...
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i got i from the google play store. for $399. its now $349. the battery life is just like my samsung galaxy ace. i expected it to be less after the reviews. but it lasts me 1.5 days on calls,text mesging, wifi connected all the time while at home, and 3g on aircel when out. pretty impressed with the battery after all the negetive reviews iv heard. im not dissapointed at all.
cheers!
Is it safe to buy it from ebay.in?
Hi Guys,
Been looking for forum of this kind for a while ton of info here. Love this place.
i'm planning to get galaxy nexus from ebay.in. Had few doubts, can someone please help me with these possible.
1. Is it safe to buy it from ebay?
2. How do these seller get these phones? (The one i contacted gets it from UK but he didn't go into specifics of how they import them.)
3. If it has a genuine UK warranty, how much of use it that to me in India?
4. I'm getting it for 25K, is that a good price or should i negotiate further?
Thanks in avance guys, really looking forward to some answers.
[email protected] said:
Hi Guys,
Been looking for forum of this kind for a while ton of info here. Love this place.
i'm planning to get galaxy nexus from ebay.in. Had few doubts, can someone please help me with these possible.
1. Is it safe to buy it from ebay?
2. How do these seller get these phones? (The one i contacted gets it from UK but he didn't go into specifics of how they import them.)
3. If it has a genuine UK warranty, how much of use it that to me in India?
4. I'm getting it for 25K, is that a good price or should i negotiate further?
Thanks in avance guys, really looking forward to some answers.
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1. Yes its safe to get it from eBay, speak to the seller before hand about exchange in case there are issues.
2. There are people who import it and give it to the sellers, the boxes seals are opened and phone are checked for any damage(that may have been caused by transport, but original screen guard isn't removed, always check for this as it cannot be put back on the screen once removed), and then they are usually re-packed with a nice plastic.
3. You can use it in India just fine, but if you have issues you'll have to send it back to the UK.
4. I got mine for 24k about 4 weeks ago, so you can get a better price now since the play store sells it for cheaper rates.
I have been using a GNex bought from the US play store in India and it works great. Had to use market enabler to download some us only apps though. 3g on airtel works great. Running 4.1 JB right now.
hiemanshu said:
1. Yes its safe to get it from eBay, speak to the seller before hand about exchange in case there are issues.
2. There are people who import it and give it to the sellers, the boxes seals are opened and phone are checked for any damage(that may have been caused by transport, but original screen guard isn't removed, always check for this as it cannot be put back on the screen once removed), and then they are usually re-packed with a nice plastic.
3. You can use it in India just fine, but if you have issues you'll have to send it back to the UK.
4. I got mine for 24k about 4 weeks ago, so you can get a better price now since the play store sells it for cheaper rates.
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Thanks a ton dude.
spearhead121 said:
i got i from the google play store. for $399. its now $349. the battery life is just like my samsung galaxy ace. i expected it to be less after the reviews. but it lasts me 1.5 days on calls,text mesging, wifi connected all the time while at home, and 3g on aircel when out. pretty impressed with the battery after all the negetive reviews iv heard. im not dissapointed at all.
cheers!
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Hi,
I also want to buy Galaxy Nexus but not sure how can i get it from play store.
can you suggest how can i get a galaxy nexus. or what are the alternatives. Like if i buy from ebay would it be unlocked?
Thanks,
Manjeet
manjeetrocks said:
Hi,
I also want to buy Galaxy Nexus but not sure how can i get it from play store.
can you suggest how can i get a galaxy nexus. or what are the alternatives. Like if i buy from ebay would it be unlocked?
Thanks,
Manjeet
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Depends. If you have a relative or friend in the US, you can have them buy and ship to you, which was what I did. Or, get it from ebay or if you're in Delhi, gaffar. Street price is around 24k,ebay has it for more. Couple of my friends just got it for 24k.
My battery is good to be true, and the negative posts I read about it don't seem to fit. I average 1.5 days to 2 days, with texting, wifi, browsing here and there, music and all. Pretty darn good and satisfactory if you ask me.
Get the phone! It'll blow your mind!
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Go ahead get it!!
The Galaxy Nexus sold on google play or whichever variant claims to be the unlocked GSM edition is good to go with any Indian carrier. The upside about the unlocked International edition is that it is supported by google directly which means it is elligible for all relevant upgdates from google and not from samsung as may be the case with some country specific editions of the device. i have heard that Indian users of the international edition of the phone have already recieved the JB upgrade. i think with shipping , the device should be for around 399$ in the US. if u have an inexpensive source in the US who would be peddle it for you, please go ahead. it is an awesome device . I have been on the galaxy R for the last 6 months, which is a very capable device itself , but running TouchWiz over GB , the galaxy nexus is a refreshing new experience. the stock android is exciting. A great device over all.
pritam_bhowal said:
The Galaxy Nexus sold on google play or whichever variant claims to be the unlocked GSM edition is good to go with any Indian carrier. The upside about the unlocked International edition is that it is supported by google directly which means it is elligible for all relevant upgdates from google and not from samsung as may be the case with some country specific editions of the device. i have heard that Indian users of the international edition of the phone have already recieved the JB upgrade. i think with shipping , the device should be for around 399$ in the US. if u have an inexpensive source in the US who would be peddle it for you, please go ahead. it is an awesome device . I have been on the galaxy R for the last 6 months, which is a very capable device itself , but running TouchWiz over GB , the galaxy nexus is a refreshing new experience. the stock android is exciting. A great device over all.
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Dude, shipping cost depends on where you want it to ship. For me it was New York, took $390 including tax. So yeah, it's not always $400, depends on your area. Some even got it for like $370.
And yeah, I got stock JB running on mine. Gotta agree with you on the experience. The hardware may not be the best, but when you use it with the software, it's blazing fast. The smoothness is just amazing. You won't go back once you get it!
Bad battery posts are from people who got lte/ 4g I assume. Or ones who game all the time. What's important is on screen time I on average get 3.5 hrs daily. Regardless of battery time that could vary on my use of that day.
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spearhead121 said:
i got i from the google play store. for $399. its now $349. the battery life is just like my samsung galaxy ace. i expected it to be less after the reviews. but it lasts me 1.5 days on calls,text mesging, wifi connected all the time while at home, and 3g on aircel when out. pretty impressed with the battery after all the negetive reviews iv heard. im not dissapointed at all.
cheers!
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ShAaShAy said:
Depends. If you have a relative or friend in the US, you can have them buy and ship to you, which was what I did. Or, get it from ebay or if you're in Delhi, gaffar. Street price is around 24k,ebay has it for more. Couple of my friends just got it for 24k.
My battery is good to be true, and the negative posts I read about it don't seem to fit. I average 1.5 days to 2 days, with texting, wifi, browsing here and there, music and all. Pretty darn good and satisfactory if you ask me.
Get the phone! It'll blow your mind!
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I have heard that the unlocked version doesn't work in India. Is it true?
Also will it support all the carriers in india for Voice calling and Data?
Many Thanks,
Manjeet
manjeetrocks said:
I have heard that the unlocked version doesn't work in India. Is it true?
Also will it support all the carriers in india for Voice calling and Data?
Many Thanks,
Manjeet
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It works all fine..I am using it in Delhi
unlocked gsm one should work with any gsm service in India.
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manjeetrocks said:
I have heard that the unlocked version doesn't work in India. Is it true?
Also will it support all the carriers in india for Voice calling and Data?
Many Thanks,
Manjeet
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Yeah of course it's gonna work. That's the point of gsm. I'm here in Delhi and no problems at all, works just fine. Stay tension free.
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ShAaShAy said:
Yeah of course it's gonna work. That's the point of gsm. I'm here in Delhi and no problems at all, works just fine. Stay tension free.
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One more thing, have u got Jellybean update on it?
if so, did u get update notification when using it in India only or have u installed it manually?
I am concerned about one thing, if i'll be getting jellybean update directly from google via OTA or not.
coz i am using Xperia X10 (bought from Singapore) and didn't get any gingerbread on it so i had to install it manually.
manjeetrocks said:
One more thing, have u got Jellybean update on it?
if so, did u get update notification when using it in India only or have u installed it manually?
I am concerned about one thing, if i'll be getting jellybean update directly from google via OTA or not.
coz i am using Xperia X10 (bought from Singapore) and didn't get any gingerbread on it so i had to install it manually.
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All depends on the build. I got mine from the play store.
It's like this: Takju = gsm version from the US play store
Yakju = gsm version from Play Store, but not US, basically internationally
Both these builds get updates from Google, so you'll have no worry.
But, if you have Yakju**, which is the Yakju variant, then your updates will be controlled from Samsung, although this version of the phone is gsm too.
Hope I helped!
And yes I got JB right after a few minutes after my first boot up!
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buy nexus
how do you buy galaxy nexus from play store? can some one tell me the process.
i am from india and the play store is not opening...
pls reply soon..