Galaxy Nexus or GS3 - Samsung Galaxy Nexus

Ok so as the topic states I'm at a bit of mental stalemate. I can't decide on which phone to get. Basically I know that the GS3 is a beast, but what keeps taking me back to the Nexus is Vanilla ICS and JB. Is there really anything about the nexus that drives you insane? I'm just looking to make sure that if I decide to get the Nexus I won't be sorry with my decision in the future.
Thanks for the help!
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tmb993 said:
Ok so as the topic states I'm at a bit of mental stalemate. I can't decide on which phone to get. Basically I know that the GS3 is a beast, but what keeps taking me back to the Nexus is Vanilla ICS and JB. Is there really anything about the nexus that drives you insane? I'm just looking to make sure that if I decide to get the Nexus I won't be sorry with my decision in the future.
Thanks for the help!
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Other than the rampant screen issues and the lack of micro SD, the phone is awesome in every way.

Really? Another one of these?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1738669
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You would get your best answer discussing phone options here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1642801
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I upgraded to the Galaxy Nexus a little while ago and am officially decommissioning my Droid Incredible 2 (but I'll still keep it as a backup just in case). I won't have time to root it until this weekend, but once I do, I look forward to sharing my ROM flashing adventures with you guys. And with the sheer number of ROMs available for this device, it looks like I'll be in flashaholic heaven.
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GummyNex or CM9.
Welcome.
Don't talk about the Galaxy S II/III and you should be fine here.
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Smokeey said:
GummyNex or CM9.
Welcome.
Don't talk about the Galaxy S II/III and you should be fine here.
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Lmao
Anyways welcome to the nexus community one of the best out there
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Not sure why people feel the need to take up front page real estate with useless threads such as this
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Drift spunk said:
Not sure why people feel the need to take up front page real estate with useless threads such as this
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I don't see anything wrong with a guy just wanting to say hi.
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Drift spunk said:
Not sure why people feel the need to take up front page real estate with useless threads such as this
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My front page real estate in this thread, you are taking it all up omg
I cant see any problem too...
Hi tattedupboy Be welcome!
Try out Miui
Hi there. As long as you can stomach smart assed flamers that bring nothing but snide comments and eventually turn into keyboard warriors when challenged on it.... welcome
I do point out however that there are still plenty of good folk
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rasinell said:
Hi there. As long as you can stomach smart assed flamers that bring nothing but snide comments and eventually turn into keyboard warriors when challenged on it.... welcome
I do point out however that there are still plenty of good folk
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+1
This ! Its just so funny to me.
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Quick question. I disabled Google books and Google earth, but they keep re-enabling themselves and reappearing in my app drawer. I thought disabling unwanted system apps was supposed to prevent this.
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AOKP.
tattedupboy said:
Quick question. I disabled Google books and Google earth, but they keep re-enabling themselves and reappearing in my app drawer. I thought disabling unwanted system apps was supposed to prevent this.
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I noticed that when I first got the phone and was running a stock rom. Doesn't seem to be an issue when custom roms.
Also, if you haven't unlocked your bootloader yet, remember to back up the important stuff because it will wipe everything.
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usedoc making
Get to rooting that phone, and being a part of the greatest android community!

is the s3 worth it?

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Yes
obla1 said:
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You'll love it
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Definately
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No. Going from galaxy s 2 to 3 doesn't justify the price jump.
The phone I use is nice... But soon there is a cool new model...
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elvirag said:
No. Going from galaxy s 2 to 3 doesn't justify the price jump.
The phone I use is nice... But soon there is a cool new model...
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I cane from an s2 and I feel the s3 is a much better phone, if you have extra money def worth it
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I miss my Amaze. That being said... it is taking some time for me to have the S3 feel like an extension of myself. The way my Amaze did. I honestly don't miss this phone when I leave it at home or in the car. Plus the whole issue with not being able to move apps to the external sd (grrrr)!
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Yeah, the question wasn't if it's cooler, it was if it's worth it.
I mean, don't be blind, you add so and so money and you get less than so and so value. That was my intention. To tell the truth.
It is cooler, but it's more breakable, my phone has similar features, bla bla bla.
Don't get all "Appley" on me but with Samsung, it's also wrong to be blinded by one company... Even if it's not Apple...
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Absolutely I think its worth it! I was skeptical because I loved my old htc, but I am so glad I moved up to the GS3.
If it were me looking for a new device, I would check out the Note 2 before making a decision. I think itll be out soon.
11 Years Ago Today...
WE WILL NEVER FORGET!!!
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!​
No get the note 2
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No. Get the I phone. Any version, doesn't matter they all pwn so hard!
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Moved to the S3 from the s2, and I'm loving it, and my sister got my old phone. Wins for both of us.
Best phone I over owned and I have owned just about every one of the heavy hitters.
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YES! Im coming from an S2 that was running Jedi Mind tricks rom, and i loved it, but my S3 was pretty much perfect out the box. havent had a problem yet which is why im not in any rush to root and throw a rom on it yet.
Can't go wrong with this phone!
Apsolutely worth it. The S3 is the best smarty phone I've ever had! I just paid $177. to have my screen repaired after I dropped and cracked it. I love this device. Love it.
Did I mention how much I love it?
Well I came from the Gnex and I really like this phone. Touchwiz wasn't too bad but I needed that AOSP back. After flashing Paranoid Android I'm loving this phone a little more than my Gnex. It was with the switch to me. Don't get me wrong though, having the nexus was awesome!
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stacio88 said:
Well I came from the Gnex and I really like this phone. Touchwiz wasn't too bad but I needed that AOSP back. After flashing Paranoid Android I'm loving this phone a little more than my Gnex. It was with the switch to me. Don't get me wrong though, having the nexus was awesome!
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Same boat as you love the phone it is worth it
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stacio88 said:
Well I came from the Gnex and I really like this phone. Touchwiz wasn't too bad but I needed that AOSP back. After flashing Paranoid Android I'm loving this phone a little more than my Gnex. It was with the switch to me. Don't get me wrong though, having the nexus was awesome!
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+1. Got the S3 and slapped ParanoidAndroid on it with faux's Ultimate kernel. Hybrid mode on the size of this screen is wonderful. With the dual core S4, and PA with faux's kernel, I can't think of a better phone to have right now.
stacio88 said:
Well I came from the Gnex and I really like this phone. Touchwiz wasn't too bad but I needed that AOSP back. After flashing Paranoid Android I'm loving this phone a little more than my Gnex. It was with the switch to me. Don't get me wrong though, having the nexus was awesome!
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Same as you. I haven't made the paraniod jump yet but I will in the near future
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Coming from a stock and ****ty G2x, definitely!

Got my nexus :)

Came in the mail today got it activated and loving it it's like having a smaller nexus 7 on wonderful 4g planning on rooting it tonight
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Feels good having one doesn't it? So good that it deserves another thread about it :highfive:
Welcome. Best $350 I've spent all year.
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Welcome, I just got one myself for sprint at a huge deal for 185$. in a 9/10 condition. I just wish the forums were more social in threads like on E4GT forums.
Febby said:
Welcome, I just got one myself for sprint at a huge deal for 185$. in a 9/10 condition. I just wish the forums were more social in threads like on E4GT forums.
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Haha! They are. its just that a lot of people like to try to be a smart ass. Keep the questions way above stupid and you will be fine lol
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androidkid311 said:
Haha! They are. its just that a lot of people like to try to be a smart ass. Keep the questions way above stupid and you will be fine lol
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You gotta be kidding! Some of these forums are hostile.
androidkid311 said:
Haha! They are. its just that a lot of people like to try to be a smart ass. Keep the questions way above stupid and you will be fine lol
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I would rather have a user post a stupid question and learn how to do something the correctly than to have them be worried and screw up... Everyone's gotta start somewhere - none of us just magically knew how to do all of this.
Anyways, enjoy your new phone! When I got mine, the very first thing I did was unlock, flash TWRP and install AOKP. ^_^ Coming from a locked Droid X2, this is like heaven to me.
Me too! Came in the mail today as well. Have you tried wallet yet? I had a S3 and I never could get wallet to work. That's what prompted the nexus.
Have not yet any luck with it ?
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No. I'm scared to. lol. I tried it after doing the hack job to the S3 and I looked like an idiot at the store when it didn't work. Maybe today I'll give it a go. Will keep you posted.
Thx
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Ya just got mine yesterday, bought it used from Verizon, looks new to me very happy with my purchase! I can't believe how light this phone is coming from my Thunderbolt.
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Got my Galaxy Nexus (Verizon) on October 15 off eBay and I'm loving it. Plan on getting an extended battery for it.
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My Galaxy Nexus arrived yesterday and this will be my first xda post with it. This thing is fast and slick, I love this phone!
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Got my Galaxy Nexus (Verizon) on October 15 off eBay and I'm loving it. Plan on getting an extended battery for it.
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Yea Im def thinking of getting a extended bat too but there isn't anything good in the market. The few reviews I've seen all say the charging port breaks off the case after a month use....
Regardless loving my phone too..just got it about 2 weeks ago and flashed codenamedandroid yesterday
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I'm also using codename android I'm so happy with it all any suggestions on codename mods or anything ?
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andysom25 said:
Have not yet any luck with it ?
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I tried wallet out yesterday. It is working quite well and I'm very pleased with it. The people at 7-11 oood and ahd. The lady that checked me out even went and got the boss to check it out. Lol.
Haha that is amazing if you don't mind how did you install it ? Cause on market it won't let you
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andysom25 said:
Haha that is amazing if you don't mind how did you install it ? Cause on market it won't let you
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It was already installed when I received the phone. I have the gsm version. If you're on Verizon, I think there is a way to get it installed. Check out the galaxy s3 forum for instructions. Just a note, I followed the instructions there before I returned the s3 and wallet never worked.
Aw well I will look into it see if I can find something about it thanks man
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Just ordered a nexus

I'm currently with a Samsung skyrocket. But decided to jump the boat. I ordered a white unlocked i9250 and it will be here tomorrow. So I'm here to say wassup and I'm moving in...
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WhatzinyourphonE said:
I'm currently with a Samsung skyrocket. But decided to jump the boat. I ordered a white unlocked i9250 and it will be here tomorrow. So I'm here to say wassup and I'm moving in...
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hmm why not get the Nexus 4? You can start purchase on 13th Nov.
Samsung Nexus is also super freaking cool and you will love it once you start fiddling with it. Good luck.
xuggs said:
hmm why not get the Nexus 4? You can start purchase on 13th Nov.
Samsung Nexus is also super freaking cool and you will love it once you start fiddling with it. Good luck.
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I couldn't wait.
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I couldn't wait.
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Bad move. Its like a week away... and that phone trumps this one. :banghead:
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Lol I was hoping for a different answer instead of ' I couldn't wait '...
But yeah - bad move. :<
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I couldn't wait.
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You will regret it lol!! :banghead:
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Its an lg. And I'm not taking anything away from them. Them making phone is like OK but I don't see them as a true "phone" maker or at least the ones we like.
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WhatzinyourphonE said:
Its an lg. And I'm not taking anything away from them. Them making phone is like OK but I don't see them as a true "phone" maker or at least the ones we like.
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And for that reason you chose to buy a phone that's a year old instead? Even though the Nexus 4 is getting great reviews from the people who have used it?
Wow.
Jesus Christ guys. Its his money, if he wants to get the GN then congratulate him and move on.
Enjoy the phone man, it may be a year old but its still awesome. Hope you like it.
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I'm currently with a Samsung skyrocket. But decided to jump the boat. I ordered a white unlocked i9250 and it will be here tomorrow. So I'm here to say wassup and I'm moving in...
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Welcome
Geez I'm surprised to see people pushing their opinions on others. Don't listen, Gnex is a great device!
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it would have been better to wait for the n4 imo.. but the gnex is a awesome phone with alot of development so i am sure you will like it
Congrats for the phone. I myself jumped to the wagon of galaxy S2 a year later when s3 was just around the corner. I didn't regret a bit. Same now with galaxy nexus.. Not regretting it a bit.. Got it a fortnight ago. The ready baked development and mature kernels trump it all. Enjoy your phone
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Perfect decision :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
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Just to know you are not alone, I got my GNex yesterday. Upgraded from my Epic. I didn't want to leave Sprint, so no N4 for me. Decided to save my upgrade for next year and buy a used Gnex off eBay. Infinitely better than my Epic and probably good enough to last me another year.
Jason
I'd prefer this phone over the n4 personally..
ignore all the hate! welcome to the forums
While I would have waited for the N4, don't worry because the Gnex kicks serious ass anyway. A lot of Gnex owners including myself aren't upgrading because the Gnex is a beast!
I'm planning to do the same. Do you think the price will go down when the N4 is released? Really low on money but I just can't take this X2 still on Gingerbread.
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Again, you are not alone. I also jumped on this ship. Snatched a Gnex on Ebay for US$232.00 shipped. Great deal. In my case, right now i can't afford the Nexus 4 because spending US$300.00 is out of my reach. Simple as that. And even if i could spend USD$300.00, i would still consider the Gnex over the Nexus 4 because of the storage. 8Gb is waaay to low. 16gb is already low, but i think i can make it with it, but 8gb is out of the question. Not to mention that Play Store doesn't sell devices on my country, but i still wanted a Nexus device for the updates and the optimized software, so this was my only option. Im coming from a AT&T SG2. Great device but not a Nexus.
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I'm planning to do the same. Do you think the price will go down when the N4 is released? Really low on money but I just can't take this X2 still on Gingerbread.
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I was like you before the GS2. I had an Atrix 4G trapped on GB.
Very poor decision. I would love the hear some other decisions you've made in your life. What where you thinking?
:facepalm:
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You should've waited a week. You're getting an old and much less powerful model for the same price. If you can, I would try to return it ASAP!

Giving away gnex

Hey guys.
Recently my beloved nexus' radios decided to quit working. I've tried everything to get them back but the harsh reality is that they just don't work anymore. I made a thread in the Q&A section to no avail.
Decided to go with the GS4 so I have an unused somewhat defective, and clearly used phone that is just sitting on my desk. When I went from my incredible to the gnex, I gave my incredible to one of the awesome devs that made that phone so much better. I'm thinking of doing it again because you guys are so great.
So if you are a dev, contact me and I'll so my best to give it to someone who can truly use it. Whether it be for parts or as a test flashing device, etc.
I can ship the phone free of charge through amazon since I work there so there really is no hassle involved.
Just to be clear, the radios (as far as I can tell) don't work, the charging port is a bit loose and sometimes hard to charge, and there are a few scratches on the screen and around the bezel. Other than that everything works. So perfect for a test device for your future roms.
I really want someone to USE the device and not just turn around and sell it, although I would be none the wiser. So let me know if you NEED it.
Thank you to this community (most of you ) and to all the hard working developers that got me thru the last few years. It's been fun.
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I also have an extended battery that I can give to someone as well.
And this is a Verizon model, if that matters.
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Well I have one already.
Although, it's the sprint variant.
You see, I don't make that much money, and I got this for christmas, sure it's great, but since it's limited to CDMA, I cannot be flexible with it at all.
It really does suck, I've been wanting to sell it and replace it with a GSM Galaxy Nexus, but no one will buy it, everyone already moved on to wanting the galaxy S4 or something similar.
So I definitely don't NEED it, but it would save me some money with me being able to change to Straight talk.
About the broken radios, I can try and repair it, buy a new charging port, buy a new antenna, etc etc, it'd be a fun project. I've already started some development for myself for the toroplus, and the GSM Galaxy nexus would allow me to fully mess with a semi working Ubuntu Touch OS.
And, if it wasn't given to me, which it probably won't, I actually have a cheap 12 dollar otterbox like case for the GSM Galaxy Nexus, I messed up on the order and got that instead of one for my model.
http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Hybrid-Silicone-Durable-Kickstand/dp/B0070DGQW6
One like this, that I can ship out to whoever you wants it the most.
I need it bro PM me
For devment.
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Friend of mine really wants to start developing for phones. And I told him a nexus phone would be the best. But he doesn't really have the money to buy one and neither do I. So he could really use it and he did some development for his old tablet and as far as I can see he's quite good at it. So I think he would be a real good person to have here on the forums.
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Lars so good of you doing this for me yea I'm interested and I don't have the money
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Lars so good of you doing this for me yea I'm interested and I don't have the money
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Well hey your not who I meant. But you can have it too if it's up to me.
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lars1216 said:
Well hey your not who I meant. But you can have it too if it's up to me.
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gif me!
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No you can't.
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Can I have it please
I guess I should of been more specific on who I want to give the phone too.
It would help if you already had a thread in the developers section.
Like I said, I don't want to give this to someone just to have them sell it so the only insurance I have is making sure you are already a developer of some sort.
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I also have an extended battery that I can give to someone as well.
And this is a Verizon model, if that matters.
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Is there any way we could make a deal for the purchase of the extended battery?
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Is there any way we could make a deal for the purchase of the extended battery?
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What do you mean?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=513620
Okay. AmericanCon, PM Me. I'm Releasing my kernel very soon, hopefully by monday and then we can discuss about delivery? Please?
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Do a rafflecopter giveaway?
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Do a rafflecopter giveaway?
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What is that? I'm not trying to give it away to just anybody. I'd like to help a developer out by giving it to him. Otherwise I'd rather just keep it or sell it.
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What is that? I'm not trying to give it away to just anybody. I'd like to help a developer out by giving it to him. Otherwise I'd rather just keep it or sell it.
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Well, I'm working on my kernel and a US variant is what I really neef.
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What is that? I'm not trying to give it away to just anybody. I'd like to help a developer out by giving it to him. Otherwise I'd rather just keep it or sell it.
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