[Q] On contract Galaxy S3 or no contract Galaxy Nexus? - Samsung Galaxy Nexus

So after a year on Windows Phone 7.5 I've decided to return to Android but I'm not sure which phone to get. I know the S3 is the top of the line phone right now but getting it would involve extending my Tmobile contract. I saw that google recently dropped the price of the Galaxy Nexus to $350 which is quite an attractive no contract price.
Which should I go for? The most important thing for me is battery life with performance a close second.
Outside of the 1GB of RAM I don't see much of a difference between the two. Help?

smapdi said:
So after a year on Windows Phone 7.5 I've decided to return to Android but I'm not sure which phone to get. I know the S3 is the top of the line phone right now but getting it would involve extending my Tmobile contract. I saw that google recently dropped the price of the Galaxy Nexus to $350 which is quite an attractive no contract price.
Which should I go for? The most important thing for me is battery life with performance a close second.
Outside of the 1GB of RAM I don't see much of a difference between the two. Help?
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S3 is an awesome phone but is it really worth getting locked into a 2 year contract? My vote is no, just wait a few months when the prices go down if you want the s3, otherwise buy a Gnex.
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smapdi said:
So after a year on Windows Phone 7.5 I've decided to return to Android but I'm not sure which phone to get. I know the S3 is the top of the line phone right now but getting it would involve extending my Tmobile contract. I saw that google recently dropped the price of the Galaxy Nexus to $350 which is quite an attractive no contract price.
Which should I go for? The most important thing for me is battery life with performance a close second.
Outside of the 1GB of RAM I don't see much of a difference between the two. Help?
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You'll have to wait a week if you want the GNex, since Apple banned it from being sold in the US.
But yeah, my vote would be the Nexus

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Get the nexus for $350, a cheap Sim only deal (if you can get them in your country) and see what grabs your fancy on contract in 6-12 months time. By then you can probably sell the nexus for a few quid/dollars/euros/potatoes anyway and use the cash for a high end phone on contract.
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I made the decision to buy a Gnex outright instead of the GS3 on contract. I would have had to sign a brand new 3 year contract. I got the Nexus yesterday and have installed 4.1 on it. IT. IS. AMAZING. No regrets. By far the best Android experience I've ever had. This is the future ladies and gentleman.
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never going non-nexus again. im really glad samsung + nexus are together .. really dislike LG and HTC and what other phone manufacturers out there beside Samsung

Save your upgrade for the next Nexus, get the GNex now.
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smapdi said:
So after a year on Windows Phone 7.5 I've decided to return to Android but I'm not sure which phone to get. I know the S3 is the top of the line phone right now but getting it would involve extending my Tmobile contract. I saw that google recently dropped the price of the Galaxy Nexus to $350 which is quite an attractive no contract price.
Which should I go for? The most important thing for me is battery life with performance a close second.
Outside of the 1GB of RAM I don't see much of a difference between the two. Help?
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About 2 months ago I did the same thing. Go with the GNex, and it will most likely hold its value to resell when you A) want the next Nexus or 2) make the jump to WP7.8 / WP8 (as I am contemplating).
SGS3's will food the market in no time. Plus, youre not waiting for updates. JB is great!
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Get a Galaxy Nexus or wait?

I know I'm kinda late but I'll be getting a new phone soon..probably a Gnex since its Google's baby and it'll be constantly updated. The thing is, should I just wait 'cause there are rumours saying there will be 5 Nexus' (or Nexi) around the corner or get this? A bit worried about the performance and battery of this since I'll be using it quite heavily :-\
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Can't go wrong with a gsm galaxy nexus.
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Take it from me... Get the gnex(GSM) you can never go wrong. All these other phones you are at the mercy of the carriers. Even with the SIII, watch and see what happens when the next version of android comes out. I doubt Samsung will be so fast in releasing the kernel/source or even thinking about putting out an update for that phone. They would have moved on to the next best thing.
JC0406 said:
I know I'm kinda late but I'll be getting a new phone soon..probably a Gnex since its Google's baby and it'll be constantly updated. The thing is, should I just wait 'cause there are rumours saying there will be 5 Nexus' (or Nexi) around the corner or get this? A bit worried about the performance and battery of this since I'll be using it quite heavily :-\
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If you put off decisions on the hope of getting the latest you will never buy a thing or will pay top dollar for something that is replaced in 3 months. At $349 in the Google store there is not much to think about.
The next Nexus will probably be released this year, but it probably be expensive. Like 800bucks unlocked expensive. If you are willing to pay that much, just wait. If you don't care about specs and just want a really nice phone or don't have 800bucks on you, Galaxy Nexus GSM for 350bucks is a no brainer.
I got mine last month, never enjoyed a phone this much before. The price was what swayed me since t mobile wanted s much for an upgrade it was silly. I use the phone a bit less than heavily and my battery lasts all day but I have a small external battery just in case. The camera is much better than I expected and compared to my sisters GS3 the phone feels solid and performs as well as her does.
Get GNexus now, use it for a few months and by then, the next Nexus price should be a little easier to deal with.
Get it.
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kyokeun1234 said:
The next Nexus will probably be released this year, but it probably be expensive. Like 800bucks unlocked expensive. If you are willing to pay that much, just wait. If you don't care about specs and just want a really nice phone or don't have 800bucks on you, Galaxy Nexus GSM for 350bucks is a no brainer.
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Lol why would it be 800 Google doesn't care about making profits that much on mobile devices or will probably be max of 400 or 450
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Lol why would it be 800 Google doesn't care about making profits that much on mobile devices or will probably be max of 400 or 450
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Huh and is that why Gnex costed 800bucks fully unlocked when it first came out? Google might not want the money, but Samsung (or whatever manufacturer that makes the next Nexus) will definitely want it.
exactly just get it. and live contract free for awhile. and u will never go back to contracts.. so enjoy paying 30 bucks a month. sure i lose alittle. but for me its worth it.. plus give me the extra cash to save up for another new phone down the road or a nexus 7 tab. etc...
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The reason why the GNex cost so much when it came out is because it was not available in Canada/USA for a few months. The hefty price tag (I paid $720 for mine) was due to the fact that it had to be imported by electronics retailers and sold as a grey market item. When the unlocked GSM version became available through the Google PLay Store, it cost $399.
kgbkny said:
@kyokeun1234:
The reason why the GNex cost so much when it came out is because it was not available in Canada/USA for a few months. The hefty price tag (I paid $720 for mine) was due to the fact that it had to be imported by electronics retailers and sold as a grey market item. When the unlocked GSM version became available through the Google PLay Store, it cost $399.
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yes but that was after a few months. And I do agree with you the next nexus not being 800 bucks but it will still be expensive. Like 600 to 700 possibly
Swyped on my Galaxy Nexus running AOKP nightly with Franco Kernel, overclocked to 1.4GHz
I say get it, especially if the price is right. The s3? Meh...it's a nice phone, but the gnex is where the party is...
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Huh and is that why Gnex costed 800bucks fully unlocked when it first came out? Google might not want the money, but Samsung (or whatever manufacturer that makes the next Nexus) will definitely want it.
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The GN never cost 800 USD. Not sure where you got that number from. The reason the GN wasn't sold by Google originally is they didn't have their Play Store system in place. I would be shocked if they don't sell the next Nexus device(s) at $500 or less.
Get the Gnex. You won't be disappointed.
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Same with the others. You won't be disappointed. I bought a One X and being tied to carrier regulations is purely insane. Getting updates fast is really awesome too. Just do it. At $349 you can't go wrong with an unlocked phone.
DO IT.
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The rule in buying technology says "you should buy what you need right now". That's because you won't buy a thing if you are thinking what is coming up. Always something comes up in technology.
Galaxy Nexus is a beauty!
So buy it..
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I just ordered mine. I switched from Sprint to Walmart's Family Mobile (basically T-Mobile subsidized by Walmart) and with the money I'm saving, the phone is paid for in 1 year. Phone cost $385 with shipping and tax, but I'm saving nearly $35 a month and get unlimited everything vs unlimited text, data, and 1000 voice minutes. Oh...and I get a signal at home now. LOL
Now if I sell my Evo 3D, that closes the gap even more.
This cool story brought to you by a bro...
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This phone is definitely worth it, as it's a Nexus phone, it'll be in the loop for years to come.

GNEX dilemma!

My trusty Gnex was recently stolen http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1863863, and I am currently facing a troubling dilemma. I realize there are something like 5 "Nexus" devices being released this fall/winter. I also realize that isnt "all" that long from now. However, it is a few months away and a lot will be going on. I have a little one at home and they grow so fast at this age. These next few months have Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years which are all key photo/video opportunities. The phone I am currently using is an old Gingerbread device that is "ok", but certainly not able to take the quality pics and videos like the Gnex.
So my dilemma is do I drop $350 (directly from Google) and pick up a new phone or wait? To be honest, if I could get the Gnex for like $150 or $200 I would be happy to sign a service contract. I am currently on Tmobile and they have told me I am upgrade eligible since I havent had a contract in many years, but they dont sell the Gnex! Due to the fact that all CDMA providers SUCK (and are so expensive) I cant consider moving away from Tmobile, so changing carriers is not an option. I checked around and I cant even find a 3rd party retailer that sells the Gnex AND can provide me with a new Tmobile plan. The biggest problem is I know the minute the new Gnex drops I am going to want it, but I dont know if I can justify spending $350 now plus another $500 (or whatever) in a few months.....
I got one for 220 for sale
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Jasonhunterx said:
I got one for 220 for sale
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Brand new or used?
webmaster said:
So my dilemma is do I drop $350 (directly from Google) and pick up a new phone or wait? To be honest, if I could get the Gnex for like $150 or $200 I would be happy to sign a service contract.
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Don't know why you're even considering this, considering that service contracts cost way more than the $150-$200 that you'd save.
Not going to kid, it does suck that you lost the phone at this particular time. There aren't very good options when the next big thing you want isn't out quite yet; they all cost money. Buying a new Nexus will be $350ish, a new contract will cost $1400ish (depending on the upfront price of the phone and your opportunity costs); that comes out to $800 even if you resell the phone for full price (an unrealistic scenario) when the next Nexus comes out. If I could stand it, I'd just keep using your gingerbread and pray it comes out soon.
Getting a used GN if you want to pay around $200 (as Jason suggests) is also another option. Hell, you might even be able to resell it for a similar price (though naturally there will be a price decrease when the new one comes out).
Used has a corner crack but everything still functional do still a great device
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I just saw on tmobiles site you can get a Galaxy S III for $99 on contract. That would be the way to go if you don't mind a contract.
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or you could just go buy a camera
Samsung has there new galaxy camera.
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If you don't mind buying something other than a Galaxy Nexus, why get yourself a GS III once it gets cheaper. Its actually going for $99.99 online right now! Sale ends at 11:59pm today!
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i n f a m o u s said:
If you don't mind buying something other than a Galaxy Nexus, why get yourself a GS III once it gets cheaper. Its actually going for $99.99 online right now! Sale ends at 11:59pm today!
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GSIII is not cheaper; you have to pay the price of a contract which, as I pointed out above, can exceed $1000.
The OP mentioned he/she is already with T-Mobile and eligible for an upgrade.
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The OP mentioned he/she is already with T-Mobile and eligible for an upgrade.
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That does not reduce the opportunity cost of a new contract in any way.
thebobp said:
Don't know why you're even considering this, considering that service contracts cost way more than the $150-$200 that you'd save.
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Trust me, I am very aware of how annoying contracts are and that is why I have been without one for so many years. However, I currently get a decent discount from a company I used to work at (6 years ago!!) which makes my bill comparatively low. If I switch to the new Tmobile unlimited plan I will be all in (taxes, and everything) for just over $60 per month. I do see that Straight Talk offers "unlimited" everything for $45, but I don't know if that includes taxes or if it is truly unlimited. I have given thought to going to prepaid however, so you do raise a valid point. In either case though, I still need a new GNEX!!
Buy a good older model canon camera. Problem solved. $100
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i n f a m o u s said:
If you don't mind buying something other than a Galaxy Nexus, why get yourself a GS III once it gets cheaper. Its actually going for $99.99 online right now! Sale ends at 11:59pm today!
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The S III seems like a nice enough phone, but its really just not for me. I swore I would never purchase another non-Nexus phone again as I do not care for the horrible "tweaks" these companies do to core Android OS. I would end up rooting it and then installing a vanilla JB ROM on the thing, and then being frustrated that it wasnt actually a Nexus device!
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Buy a good older model canon camera. Problem solved. $100
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I already have a decent digital camera, but using it feels like a throwback to 2002. It far thicker than my (any?) phone, requires I carry two devices, and can't record in proper HD. Yes, it does take nicer pictures but the "cons" of constantly needing to remember to carry it make it frustrating. I also must say that I got used to the convenience of my photos automatically syncing to Dropbox!
Regarding the suggestion for a used GNex, I do like the idea and I am currently searching for one. The problem is that Craigslist is so full of scammers these days. Even the people that DO actually have it will tell you its a "9.5 out of 10" in terms of condition and then when you go meet them the thing looks like it went through a cement mixer.
I definitely would never get a non nexus android phone again including the S3, I would rather go back to using an iPhone than do that.

[Q] [Question] Do I get the Sprint Galaxy Nexus?

Nexus 4 not an option, so what do I do now?
Here's my question: Sprint Galaxy Nexus owners, do I buy it, or should I get something else.
I really want AOSP. I'm really tired of physical and capacitive buttons. I currently have the SGSII Epic 4G Touch. I want a Google phone.
So, has this phone lived up to your expectations? What do you hate about it? Is it just freaking awesome? Ready? GO!
I'm kind of in the same position as you, I cannot get the Nexus 4 on VZW. I'm really not upset about it, I'm very happy with the Gnex, especially on CM10. Can't speak for Sprint but as for the phone I'm still happy with it after 8 months, and plan to keep it for the foreseeable future.:good: Like you said, its hard to go wrong with AOSP.
How's your battery life? My E4GT has been nothing been a pain, battery-wise.
Battery life is not great. I'm using the OEM extended battery and I still have to have a charger at work.
Drop your sprint contract (is it close to expiring?) if you can. Sell your epic 4g touch and switch to straight talk and buy a nexus 4. I used to have an e4gt flashed on virgin mobile and the sprint service I got was horrible. My new set up is much better. Also your monthly bill savings will make up for the cost of the phone fast.
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I've been considering that, but my savings would be negligible since we're on a family plan. Also, since I get to be selfish and take everyone's upgrades, I'll be able to hand-me-down the Galaxy Nexus when something cool comes out... I'm so lost! I really have been seriously considering just buying the damn Nexus 4 and shopping other plans off contract. Is it really that much better?
...and, Target has the GNex for $49.99 right now.
I just bought a Sprint Galaxy Nexus and have right now an Epic 4G Touch! I am sure it'll be worth it. I bought it for around 225 off contract and ill sell this for around 150$ so it's like I spent only 70 bucks. I wouldn't panic. If you wanted a new phone you can sell the Gnex since it'll still hold its value. Waiting has got me nowhere and I know the Nexus 4 isn't coming to Sprint any time soon. Good luck!
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I got the GNex with sprint this August.. I love this phone. The curved screen, so much dev support, Google support. Well, kinda. I been rooted since day one so always been on custom ROMs and kernels. My battery last all day with 4 hr screen on time with the extended battery that Sprint gives you for free. I say if you have LTE in your city go with the GNex. We have LTE here in San Antonio and it just keeps getting better and better. I don't know why people keep on hating on sprint, I have awesome service here.
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I've been considering that, but my savings would be negligible since we're on a family plan. Also, since I get to be selfish and take everyone's upgrades, I'll be able to hand-me-down the Galaxy Nexus when something cool comes out... I'm so lost! I really have been seriously considering just buying the damn Nexus 4 and shopping other plans off contract. Is it really that much better?
...and, Target has the GNex for $49.99 right now.
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Oh I didn't know you were on a family plan. Yeah post paid is good for a family plans but by yourself is prepaid.
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How good will the Galaxy Nexus be at retaining its value?

While I have no interest in purchasing the N4 as of yet, I was wondering though how good will the GNexus be at retaining it's value in the coming months or perhaps over till next fall when the next phone comes out? I figure that it be somewhat good since it is a Nexus and all but I think my phone is locked to the network (Rogers in Canada). So I guess I am asking is if I were to wait to sell my Nexus would I still get relatively the same amount of money for it if I were to sell it now?
jonnyg1097 said:
While I have no interest in purchasing the N4 as of yet, I was wondering though how good will the GNexus be at retaining it's value in the coming months or perhaps over till next fall when the next phone comes out? I figure that it be somewhat good since it is a Nexus and all but I think my phone is locked to the network (Rogers in Canada). So I guess I am asking is if I were to wait to sell my Nexus would I still get relatively the same amount of money for it if I were to sell it now?
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not sure anyone really can predict the future of demand for this phone. I'd assume it will depreciate at the same rate as most android phones.
It seems that the CDMA phones (Verizon, sprint) may fetch a little more than the gsm's for a little while since there is not an N4 with CDMA listed yet.
Its still a good phone and it would be able to use sprints new LTE network. So its a current phone in that regard.
Naters
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NaterTots said:
It seems that the CDMA phones (Verizon, sprint) may fetch a little more than the gsm's for a little while since there is not an N4 with CDMA listed yet.
Its still a good phone and it would be able to use sprints new LTE network. So its a current phone in that regard.
Naters
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I think you're spot on. The CDMA versions will hold their value slightly better because they're the only AOSP supported devices on those networks. The sheer size of Verizon's network will help further that along.
I also think it will hold value because it should be easily able to support android 5.0 whenever it's released.
maybe in the future the CDMA ones will hold value but as of right now, the unlocked GSMs are fetching $100 more than CDMA versions on Ebay.
Not at all. Considering that the Gnex was just $350 a few weeks ago before it got pulled, and replaced with a Nexus 4 which is a much better handset by a boatload for the same price... if I was in the market for a Gnex I wouldn't pay anything more than $150-$200 for one. And at that point logic kicks and tells me to just drop the extra $150 for the Nexus 4. Like the user said above, maybe the CDMA versions will retain a higher value since the Nexus 4 won't be available for CDMA networks. My 2 cents.
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cdma versions will always be the ugly versions of this phone, locked into sprint or verizon, and only have any value in a lte market. If you are on those carriers you will just use your upgrade to get a newer phone. (wrong section, belongs in Q&A)
Agreed, CDMA is a downside for resale value.
I'll probably sell my Galaxy Nexus for 100-150 bucks next year when I get the "Nexus 5". I'm skipping the Nexus 4.
CADude said:
I'll probably sell my Galaxy Nexus for 100-150 bucks next year when I get the "Nexus 5". I'm skipping the Nexus 4.
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I'd say this price range will hold for quite some time. It'll level off and stay around $100-150.
I'm skipping the Nexus 4 as I skipped Modern Warfare 3. Both flops. I believe this phone will hold its resale value fairly well because not a lot of people are happy with the LGnex.
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Soldier 2.0 said:
I'm skipping the Nexus 4 as I skipped Modern Warfare 3. Both flops. I believe this phone will hold its resale value fairly well because not a lot of people are happy with the LGnex.
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How do you know that many people are unhappy with a phone that's not even out yet?
IMO, I think the N4 will be a hit.
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i dont think youll get the same amount of money than right now... obviously the cause the device gets older and new phones start coming out. i just sold my galaxy nexus for $300 to upgrade to the n4.... but i'm sure galaxy nexus will hold its price at around 150-200 mark for quite some time, just like how the galaxy2 is holding its price
I think the Gnex will hold it's price for like 6 months or so, as there are people who would prefer the Gnex over the N4, especially at a $100-150 savings.
I wouldn't expect to get the same sorta price as the N4 though, even the 8gb one at $300. It'd have to be 50 bucks less or maybe a little more even.
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I'm skipping the Nexus 4 as I skipped Modern Warfare 3. Both flops. I believe this phone will hold its resale value fairly well because not a lot of people are happy with the LGnex.
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I dont think the N4 could ever be a flop. The Nexus 7 has already been one of the most commercially successful Android tablets yet. The relatively low price has to be a big factor in that. With the same pricing strategy for the Nexus 4 I think it will atttract the same level of attention as the Nexus 7. Well done Google.
Actually its surprising how many people who've seen my GNex and asked what it is have said they'd never even heard of the Nexus line. I think that will end with the Nexus 4.
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I dont think the N4 could ever be a flop. The Nexus 7 has already been one of the most commercially successful Android tablets yet. The relatively low price has to be a big factor in that. With the same pricing strategy for the Nexus 4 I think it will atttract the same level of attention as the Nexus 7. Well done Google.
Actually its surprising how many people who've seen my GNex and asked what it is have said they'd never even heard of the Nexus line. I think that will end with the Nexus 4.
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i totally agree with you... a lot of my friends have never heard of the nexus line... its just not mainstream. I think with google's competitive pricing with the nexus4 is a game changer. With the price being the same as the current galaxy nexus... WHY wouldnt you upgrade? the specs is better in almost every category... and the most you'd lose is about $100 if you bought the phone for $350. Galaxy nexus is a good phone, but it could only get better from here.
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.....I believe this phone will hold its resale value fairly well because not a lot of people are happy with the LGnex.
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lol i dont even know what to say to this, just wait for it to be released and then you will see exactly how many ppl are happy
You're quite lucky if you live in the US as you could take advantage of the cheap price, if you're from US you should buy it, it's a steal otherwise you would be paying almost double for the nexus 4 on some other countries.
Tuna has a removable battery. Nough said.
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I want to say one last thing in this thread.
If you want to make good money off selling your old Nexus phone, forget it. Google has changed the market expectations for these handsets and you will not be keeping a lot of value with the price being so low as a brand new device.
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Nexus 4 impossible to find, might go Note II

I am in need of a new phone, looking to switch to pre-paid Straight Talk, or possibly ATT contract, and say F. you Verizon.
With the Nexus 4 M.I.A. and not being back for sale for another 3 weeks, I am tempted to just say F. waiting for it, and get the Note II instead. Thing is, I have owned all three Nexus phones, I like the Nexus line, but the Note II does look extremely tempting
Or go on Cragslist and pay a premium for a new Nexus 4, but that rubs me the wrong way, paying $150 more for it, than I should be able to buy it directly from Google. But I think LG screwed up big, didn't calculate how many Nexus 4's would sell, and only had a small amount ready at launch. I am curious to see how it goes next month, I bet the same thing, back on sale in the Play store, and sold out immediately.
Note II ? Wait for the Nexus 4 stock to replenish, but afraid it will sell out immediately right away again ? Or Craigslist Nexus 4 ?
I would definitely look at the note 2. Nexus 4 should be a hot seller but its all for that price. Android phones shouldnt be this expensive as the note2 but this is probably the only phone I'd pay this much money for.
Never been so happy with a device like this before. So snappy and yet so so many features. The size takes some time to get used to. I just found out there is a black/grey quadcore s3 lte model being sold in Hongkong which is definitely more to my liking than this giant device. If you have good lte coverage then forget aboutthe nexus 4.
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Go for the note 2 lol, it will reduce some nexus fans and hopefully the phone will last longer on the play store lol
You are in the exact same spot I was in... I actually had one on order and 4 days later got a "you are on backorder" email, so I canceled the stupid thing and got the n2. Best decision I've made as far as phones go. I had the galaxy nexus and most recently the One X and I can tell you that neither hold a candle to the n2...I suspect the same with the nexus 4. You will fall in love with this screen... I promise you.
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