Okay, newbie here. Will be buying my first smartphone and I've decided on the galaxy nexus. First, some important info: I'm from Canada. Bell has the phone on a three year contract with a $50 plan, which I don't want. So I'm looking at buying an unlocked version so there won't be contracts and I can use which ever carrier I want.
NegriElectronics seems to sell it unlocked. (aww.....can't post links.)
However, when I asked the guy, he said that it was the GSM version so will only work with gsm networks. But from my research online and a similar post on this forum, it seems that any and all galaxy nexus phones have quadband gsm and pentaband hspa so will work with all carriers?
So I'm currently confused as to which one is correct. I really want to make sure. Since I'm new to this, any help is appreciated. Thanks.
Both are correct. The GNex is a quadband GSM phone, and thus will operate in all GSM networks.
Canadian carriers already killed cdma, so you can use it on basically any carrier you want on Canada. Only if it's not lte SIM card or anything like that
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Thank you very much to both for clarifying. So wait, what if I buy the galaxy nexus from either windmobile or mobilicity as they both allow you to buy it outright without contract? Will I still be able to use the phone with other carriers or will it be locked to the company I bought it from?
larry21 said:
Thank you very much to both for clarifying. So wait, what if I buy the galaxy nexus from either windmobile or mobilicity as they both allow you to buy it outright without contract? Will I still be able to use the phone with other carriers or will it be locked to the company I bought it from?
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I believe all gsm Google galaxy nexus is pure Google with no restriction, so yes, you can. I have galaxy nexus from bell and I am using it on Koodo
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kyokeun1234 said:
I believe all gsm Google galaxy nexus is pure Google with no restriction, so yes, you can. I have galaxy nexus from bell and I am using it on Koodo
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Awesome. Thank you so much for answering my concerns. I can finally get my Galaxy Nexus. You were a great help.
larry21 said:
Awesome. Thank you so much for answering my concerns. I can finally get my Galaxy Nexus. You were a great help.
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haha no problem also, if you buy it from retailers, you can easily return it within 14 days if anything is wrong or doesn't work
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Probably just answered before, But I looked and didn't see it.
I seen on Newegg.com they are selling an Unlocked Galaxy Nexus. I don't want to leave Sprint for Verizon. Been with them for over 10 years. But, If I purchase the Unlocked Verizon Galaxy Nexus. Can I make it work with Sprint's? Since they use the same towers for Roam and such?
If no one replies to my question I'll take it as "It's been answered".
No, the newegg unlocked phone will only work on GSM carriers.
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thanks!
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thanks!
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Of course Also, for what it's worth the Verizon version won't work on Sprint either, so you'll have to switch if you want the phone
I'm going to get the galaxy nexus I know I need to get it unlocked but can I get it locked and then unlock it with cellunlocker.net and is anyone selling a nexus or where is a good spot to look for one
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jayjayjoker2 said:
I'm going to get the galaxy nexus I know I need to get it unlocked but can I get it locked and then unlock it with cellunlocker.net and is anyone selling a nexus or where is a good spot to look for one
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You talking sim unlocked or boot loader?
All the gsm should be sim unlocked
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Epix4G said:
You talking sim unlocked or boot loader?
All the gsm should be sim unlocked
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He's talking about SIM.
Sprint (CDMA): Only for Sprint [other networks cant use this phone.. incompatability]
Verizon (CDMA): Same
GSM Galaxy Nexus: Unlocked
DoCoMo GSM Galaxy Nexus: Locked... use search feature for unlocking tool.
You can buy an already unlocked one from Google for $400
Well I'm guessing I need to get the unlocked one its not a bad price for being unlocked I probably will unlock my glide and sell it but is this phone a good phone
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jayjayjoker2 said:
Well I'm guessing I need to get the unlocked one its not a bad price for being unlocked I probably will unlock my glide and sell it but is this phone a good phone
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All of them are unlocked really.
Sprint / Verizon: only works on their respective networks because they're the ONLY carriers who use that technology.
GSM is a better variant overall. Updates from Google (Yakju/Takju), better battery life. $399 on Play Store.. yes its good, its a nexus device
Another Nexus Question
Does anyone know if the next Galaxy Nexus for Verizon will come with a microSD slot?
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Does anyone know if the next Galaxy Nexus for Verizon will come with a microSD slot?
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No.... don't make this thread into a Nexus 3 speculation thread.
And there is no such thing as the next "Galaxy Nexus" it'll most likely be under a new name unless its called GN2 which I'll be surprised if that was the name.
Thanks for the help I'm probably going to get it when I have the money
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Why not just buy from the google play store?
CoronaDelux said:
Why not just buy from the google play store?
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That's what I'm doing
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Hi,
I was wondering what is the best version of the galaxy nexus to buy in terms of flexibility/rootability. I am using a T mobile USA sim card and i plan to buy data plan in the future. Also, where is the cheapest place I can get that version?
Thanks
vince1234 said:
Hi,
I was wondering what is the best version of the galaxy nexus to buy in terms of flexibility/rootability. I am using a T mobile USA sim card and i plan to buy data plan in the future. Also, where is the cheapest place I can get that version?
Thanks
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Are you on about the whole nexus family or the 2 variants of the GNex?
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Well im looking at the galaxy nexus on expansy and the one directly from google. expansy is 400 and google is 350, but i dont know if that version is the best (international version)
vince1234 said:
Hi,
I was wondering what is the best version of the galaxy nexus to buy in terms of flexibility/rootability. I am using a T mobile USA sim card and i plan to buy data plan in the future. Also, where is the cheapest place I can get that version?
Thanks
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If you are in the us, i would say
http://www.google.com/nexus
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invisibles said:
If you are in the us, i would say
http://www.google.com/nexus
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+100 if your in US may as well get it directly from Google. I did, and have no complaints.
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+1 Got mine from Play Store. Running off contract on StraightTalk. It will pay for itself in less than a year.
vince1234 said:
Hi,
I was wondering what is the best version of the galaxy nexus to buy in terms of flexibility/rootability. I am using a T mobile USA sim card and i plan to buy data plan in the future. Also, where is the cheapest place I can get that version?
Thanks
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GSM you have one choice, i9250. I suggest buying from the Play Store (good price, full warranty) unless you get a super good deal on a used one.
I'm in the same boat. I want to go from a CDMA variant to the GSM variant and was curious about this too. Is there a real difference between the international gsm version (i9250) and the U.S. Google play store version? For example radio frequencies or software for that matter. Getting it for $300 brand new sealed in box. Thanks.
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Henrock11 said:
I'm in the same boat. I want to go from a CDMA variant to the GSM variant and was curious about this too. Is there a real difference between the international gsm version (i9250) and the U.S. Google play store version? For example radio frequencies or software for that matter. Getting it for $300 brand new sealed in box. Thanks.
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They are the same hardware & you can flash whichever radio suits your needs.
Henrock11 said:
I'm in the same boat. I want to go from a CDMA variant to the GSM variant and was curious about this too. Is there a real difference between the international gsm version (i9250) and the U.S. Google play store version? For example radio frequencies or software for that matter. Getting it for $300 brand new sealed in box. Thanks.
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They're the exact same hardware (pentaband GSM radio). The Play Store one comes with takju firmware, which you want, but any device can be changed to any firmware. The radio can also be changed if you want.
I thought the International version didn't have nfc?
vince1234 said:
Hi,
I was wondering what is the best version of the galaxy nexus to buy in terms of flexibility/rootability. I am using a T mobile USA sim card and i plan to buy data plan in the future. Also, where is the cheapest place I can get that version?
Thanks
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There's only one GSM version, as far as I know, so you might as well get it from the cheapest source (google play, $350 + stuffs).
Don't forget to switch to the $30 100m/5gb t-mobile prepaid. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1646755
All gsm have the same hardware, its just the firmwares that are different. The int. comes with yakju or other similar variants while the play store version is takju. Takju is basically yakju + goggle wallet. And if you are in the us, the play store is the way to go. Its a great price and has warranty.
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I have had a nexus one since day one. Love it and still runs smooth. Was thinking of getting a galaxy nexus. From the folks that had the gn for awhile should I make the move. And what's best prices out there? And can the verizon be unlocked for Cincinnati bell? Thanks for any info.
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Best price you can get would be from Google the unlocked GSM version on the Play Store is 350$ which is nice considering any other unlocked GSM is hitting the 600 or so at least that i've seen. It is a huge upgrade from that phone seriously though that is an old phone! I think you will be quite pleased with the Gnex especially coming from the Nexus one. If Cincinnati Bell is a GSM type deal i dont think so Verizon's is CDMA even though the SIM is not embedded you cant just stick whatever SIM you want and it will work.
BIG FELLA said:
I have had a nexus one since day one. Love it and still runs smooth. Was thinking of getting a galaxy nexus. From the folks that had the gn for awhile should I make the move. And what's best prices out there? And can the verizon be unlocked for Cincinnati bell? Thanks for any info.
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Cincinnati Bell uses the same frequencies as T-Mobile so you want an unlocked GSM model. IMHO you can't beat the $350 for a NEW device direct from Google.
Thank you both for the info.
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I have a problem with Galaxy Nexus for 40 percent charge. I'm tried because my phone is new. I'm waiting for your answer ....
thanks a lot.
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mociuamin said:
I have a problem with Galaxy Nexus for 40 percent charge. I'm tried because my phone is new. I'm waiting for your answer ....
thanks a lot.
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Wrong thread. I'm sure you have an issue but why would you post that here??
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BIG FELLA said:
I have had a nexus one since day one. Love it and still runs smooth. Was thinking of getting a galaxy nexus. From the folks that had the gn for awhile should I make the move. And what's best prices out there? And can the verizon be unlocked for Cincinnati bell? Thanks for any info.
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Ditch verizon for the $350 unlocked GSM Nexus from Google Play (No, the verzion can't be unlocked for CB, it's not even gsm.)
Be sure to check out the prepaid plans for (usually) the best cost. Here's the most popular t-mobile one around these parts, supplemented with google voice.
Also, if you're satisfied enough with what you have right now, you can wait a few months for the next nexus. The GN would probably take a price hit at the same time, so either way you'd benefit from it.
thebobp said:
Ditch verizon for the $350 unlocked GSM Nexus from Google Play (No, the verzion can't be unlocked for CB, it's not even gsm.)
Be sure to check out the prepaid plans for (usually) the best cost. Here's the most popular t-mobile one around these parts, supplemented with google voice.
Also, if you're satisfied enough with what you have right now, you can wait a few months for the next nexus. The GN would probably take a price hit at the same time, so either way you'd benefit from it.
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I might do that then. Thanks for the heads up.
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Hi guys new to the forums i did alot of searching and researching but just cant figure out a solution. I purchased this phone as a replacement to use in canada on the bell mobility network when i first recieved the phone i went to bell and tested with there sim card and the phone would not connect, so after being dissapointed i went home and downloaded and installed the Nexus Root Toolkit v1.6.1 and unlocked and rooted the phone hopping this was my solution after this i headed back to the bell store and tested again still no luck I am hopping someone has any ideas for me i really would like to get this phone working
thanks
From what I understand, Bell is a GSM network correct? Well, Verizon is a CDMA carrier. The SIM card in our i515 is only for LTE. That's it. It won't work on Bell, I'm pretty sure you need an unlocked GSM Nexus for that. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.
Bell Canada is not a CDMA carrier, you bought the wrong model, research first next time.
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plznote said:
Bell Canada is not a CDMA carrier, you bought the wrong model, research first next time.
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when i was reasearching bell's network i found this
"Bell Mobility is a CDMA, LTE and HSPA+ based wireless network"
thegunslingerrr said:
when i was reasearching bell's network i found this
"Bell Mobility is a CDMA, LTE and HSPA+ based wireless network"
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id like to know where you found that? if its from bell's website, you need to ask them how to flash a CDMA phone to their network.
if its not from their website, uh yeah... they're pretty much GSM only from what i know of them
EDIT: you found that information not from their website. here's the info you shouldve read: http://support.bell.ca/Mobility/Net..._phone_or_smartphone_work_on_the_Bell_network
oh well im guess im pooched its the internal electronics that are not compatible i was hoping the unlocking and rooting would do the trick
are there any canadian carriers that this phone will work on?
thegunslingerrr said:
are there any canadian carriers that this phone will work on?
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Should work on any cdma carriers up there
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thegunslingerrr said:
are there any canadian carriers that this phone will work on?
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donnyp1 said:
Should work on any cdma carriers up there
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No... The CDMA Nexus will only work on Verizon. I believe some of the very small carriers will work but don't depend on it. I think Rodgers may have a chance, but VZW is very tight about its phones
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No... The CDMA Nexus will only work on Verizon. I believe some of the very small carriers will work but don't depend on it. I think Rodgers may have a chance, but VZW is very tight about its phones
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You could probably manually program it with the tools autoprime posted here in general for 3G, Talk, and Text but you'll never get LTE on it.
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altimax98 said:
No... The CDMA Nexus will only work on Verizon. I believe some of the very small carriers will work but don't depend on it. I think Rodgers may have a chance, but VZW is very tight about its phones
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So verizon phones cant be flashed to other cdma carriers? Ive seen several verizon smartphones flashed to cricket with no issues, id almost bet the gnex could flash to cricket easy.
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times_infinity said:
You could probably manually program it with the tools autoprime posted here in general for 3G, Talk, and Text but you'll never get LTE on it.
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thanks guys could i get a link for that
False hope, been there done that. There are no CDMA carriers in Canada. Sorry. You need a GSM phone.
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plznote said:
False hope, been there done that. There are no CDMA carriers in Canada. Sorry. You need a GSM phone.
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i guess ill use it as a wifi phone with magic jack save money
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i guess ill use it as a wifi phone with magic jack save money
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I'm sure it could fetch $150, and you can get a used gNex for about $200
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Its all about what frequencies the phones radio has. My old incredible 2 had a different radio and could go to cricket, yet my nexus can't get to any other because of the fact that there's more than one CDMA frequency.
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thanks for all the help guys i listed the phone on ebay hopefully it being rooted and unlocked will help me sell it for a little more
thegunslingerrr said:
thanks for all the help guys i listed the phone on ebay hopefully it being rooted and unlocked will help me sell it for a little more
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well sold the phone on ebay lots of interest and glad it went to a Verizon person knowing that it will work for them, and picked up a Galaxy Nexus on Wind Mobile Tab 40 bucks all included :good: