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Best place to buy if you want off contract/not in US

Hey guys, first I want to thank everyone on these forums for making it possible for me to root 3 devices so far and the awesome roms/kernels shared here. Here is my small contribution!
Best place to order Galaxy Nexus for international users (im Australian) so far is:
handtec [dot] co [dot] uk
It is unlocked, pentaband version (no LTE).
It is a reasonable GBP$419, which translates to EUR$418 or USD$661
Postage by courier internationally is GBP$25.
I've preordered from here, if you find a better offer let me know! (they will reduce the price through pricematching).
Cheers!

johnsonjsyuen said:
Hey guys, first I want to thank everyone on these forums for making it possible for me to root 3 devices so far and the awesome roms/kernels shared here. Here is my small contribution!
Best place to order Galaxy Nexus for international users (im Australian) so far is:
handtec [dot] co [dot] uk
It is unlocked, pentaband version (no LTE).
It is a reasonable GBP$419, which translates to EUR$418 or USD$661
Postage by courier internationally is GBP$25.
I've preordered from here, if you find a better offer let me know! (they will reduce the price through pricematching).
Cheers!
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Erm, unless you're a company and can claim VAT back, you'll be paying £500 for that phone, not £419...

cobhc said:
Erm, unless you're a company and can claim VAT back, you'll be paying £500 for that phone, not £419...
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He doesn't live in the u.k and therefore doesn't have to pay VAT.

twadds said:
He doesn't live in the u.k and therefore doesn't have to pay VAT.
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what?
if i live in the EU, would i just get away with that? first time i hear this. does not look reasonable..

In Switzerland you can order it for 563 euros. Here: digitec [dot] ch

nesx87 said:
what?
if i live in the EU, would i just get away with that? first time i hear this. does not look reasonable..
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If you live in EU and you buy a item from another EU country then you will pay VAT.
If you have a company with valid EU VAT number and buy a item from another EU country then you don't pay VAT.
And 419GBP is ~487EUR (not 418).

I wish I could order it, but I know I would end up paying half it's price in taxes anyways.

Handtec have always been great for me - usually quite a bit cheaper thanks Clove as well.
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Yep I ordered mine from Handtec within hours of them putting it on the site, can't wait!
And no you don't pay VAT if you're not a UK citizen

i prefer clove co uk
because for extra 20 pound you get Smartphone Pre-Shipping Testing Service
Also
"if your product develops a fault within 14 days from the date of dispatch, we shall cover any return postage fees and rectify the situation to provide you with a fully working product."

Could I order from one of these sites and use it on T-Mobile US? Does this version support the AWS band? Also would I end up paying way too much?

Yes. Yes. Yes.
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matt2053 said:
Yes. Yes. Yes.
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Lol on the third yes.
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Thanks for the quick reply. I was just looking for a way to get the phone sooner. Because no one really knows when the HSPA+ version will come out in the states. I was guessing not until next year. Hopefully sooner.

kentot said:
Thanks for the quick reply. I was just looking for a way to get the phone sooner. Because no one really knows when the HSPA+ version will come out in the states. I was guessing not until next year. Hopefully sooner.
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I halfway expect to hear of a GSM launch date by the Verizon launch. Just hope a T-Mobile version will be available by Christmas.
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soo... is thisthread also gone get moved to a difrent thread??
i had a whole thread with a list of all the shops selling the phone.and it got moved to a difrent thread as a post.
anyways.im buying with a VAt number, peace out!
oh and if you live in holland,i might be able to get it for you trough my vat number.

please continue here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1310517

Black friday - Galaxy Nexus ?

I'm in the US and right now it's Black Friday... do you know if there are any special offers and where to buy?

I'd try Best Buy.. if not, then wait till Cyber Monday and get it online.
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d3sm0nd said:
I'm in the US and right now it's Black Friday... do you know if there are any special offers and where to buy?
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Have seen no indications so far that it's available anywhere (other than from importers like Expansys, etc.) either on pre-order or off the shelf. If VzW (or their resellers) have a surprise rollout planned for today or Monday, it's been the best-kept secret in the past 25 years.

Balthazar B said:
Have seen no indications so far that it's available anywhere (other than from importers like Expansys, etc.) either on pre-order or off the shelf. If VzW (or their resellers) have a surprise rollout planned for today or Monday, it's been the best-kept secret in the past 25 years.
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No, the best kept secret is fight club. Why is it a secret you ask? Because, the first rule of fight club is no one talks about fight club because Chuck Norris invented it. You talk, you get roundhoused in the jaw.

not out yet. did see something online about a leaked marketing poster, showing $200 and Nov 29... but obviously don't quote me on that.
most tech blogs should have a post on it within the first hour its availible if it sneaks out. wish it would hurry... i'm getting anxious here.

Thanks guys.. hope it's out soon.
And I will be getting the unlocked version... (No Sprint, Verizon, etc...)

d3sm0nd said:
I'm in the US and right now it's Black Friday... do you know if there are any special offers and where to buy?
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The phone isn't out in the US yet.

d3sm0nd said:
Thanks guys.. hope it's out soon.
And I will be getting the unlocked version... (No Sprint, Verizon, etc...)
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https://negrielectronics.com/samsung-i9250-google-galaxy-nexus-black-unlocked.html
Be prepared to pay premium prices, however. Its not officially out, all stock coming from Europe.
All we know is Verizon supposedly launching soon (between now and mid Dec). There is no info at all about an official launch of the HSPA+ version in the US.
I broke down and ordered from Negri.
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talk me out of it...

i'm about to hit the checkout button on expansys-usa. i just don't see a gsm version officially hitting the states until probably february and it'll probably be only 16gb version. what's a tech addict supposed to do?

Do what I did and click Check out.

Give in. I did. We can sell the 16 when the 32 or the SGS3 hits. I was tired of waiting and you only live once. Enjoy!

Just got mine from there and its bad ass my friend. Sorry I can't help you here.
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If its something you truly want, and you want it now, you don't really have another option do you?

lmao. some friends you are. if this was a crack pipe, somebody would be lighting the lighter, holding the pipe, holding my head and punching me in the gut.

I was in the same boat. I had the order screen up, staring at the pay button. Finally I just effin pressed Pay now. I sold my GS2 and paid a good chunk more for this phone. It arrived today. It seriously is the most amazing phone I've ever used. I have an iPhone 4 now for work and a GS2 before it for personal. The combo of ICS and this beautiful device just make for an awesome out of box experience. If you really want it, if you keep looking up stuff about it and thinking about it...buy it. You won't regret it.

it doesn't help i've already bought a mhl adapter, 6" rt angle to rt angle 3.5mm cable, screen protector, tpu case for it and an otg cable.

no GSM until February ? Why ffeb? There is not an official release date for the GSM. No one knows if come Monday Google will announce a date.
Youre gonna buy it now for $750 and watch next week its for sale for $550 from Google

Do it.
My GNEX arrived this morning and it's easily the best tech purchase I've made in a long time.

audi09 said:
no GSM until February ? Why ffeb? There is not an official release date for the GSM. No one knows if come Monday Google will announce a date.
Youre gonna buy it now for $750 and watch next week its for sale for $550 from Google
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well, canada is unofficially dec. 7. and verizon is unofficially dec. 8. i'm sure verizon has at least a 60 day exclusive on this. i just don't see the u.s. getting any love any sooner because google has failed to give us any details on an unlocked usa version.

pukemon said:
well, canada is unofficially dec. 7. and verizon is unofficially dec. 8. i'm sure verizon has at least a 60 day exclusive on this. i just don't see the u.s. getting any love any sooner because google has failed to give us any details on an unlocked usa version.
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I would say your best bet is to at least wait for the release in Canada and then import it from Canada. You'll probably get a better deal that way. The official release date in Canada is Dec.8 and that's just a matter of less than two weeks so I would say wait until then and see if there is any more news on the GSM version in USA, and if not, import it from Canada for a smaller price
EDIT: Actually, either way the unlocked Galaxy Nexus from Bell is $649 without tax so with taxes and duty fees etc. its probably going to amount to the same price. Lol, I guess that was no help after all

mohitrocks said:
I would say your best bet is to at least wait for the release in Canada and then import it from Canada. You'll probably get a better deal that way. The official release date in Canada is Dec.8 and that's just a matter of less than two weeks so I would say wait until then and see if there is any more news on the GSM version in USA, and if not, import it from Canada for a smaller price
EDIT: Actually, either way the unlocked Galaxy Nexus from Bell is $649 without tax so with taxes and duty fees etc. its probably going to amount to the same price. Lol, I guess that was no help after all
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i already thought about that. it'll end up over $700 regardless. thanks anyways.

mohitrocks said:
I would say your best bet is to at least wait for the release in Canada and then import it from Canada. You'll probably get a better deal that way. The official release date in Canada is Dec.8 and that's just a matter of less than two weeks so I would say wait until then and see if there is any more news on the GSM version in USA, and if not, import it from Canada for a smaller price
EDIT: Actually, either way the unlocked Galaxy Nexus from Bell is $649 without tax so with taxes and duty fees etc. its probably going to amount to the same price. Lol, I guess that was no help after all
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Ya importing from the UK is cheaper and you can get it now.

I wish I could talk you out of it.. but after using the device for a few hours, I just can't.
btw, where did you get your OTG adapter? I'm looking for one at a decent price.. hoping to avoid ebay, if possible..

Andrmgic said:
I wish I could talk you out of it.. but after using the device for a few hours, I just can't.
btw, where did you get your OTG adapter? I'm looking for one at a decent price.. hoping to avoid ebay, if possible..
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Amazon. If i remember correctly it was about $7 usd. How we going to charge the phone and use usb at the same time. Google. Y u no have sd?
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I hit the check out button last Friday, got my GN today. . .love it. Just do it.
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I almost hit the purchase button. Had everytbing filled out. Theres is still something inside of me hoping for a 32 gig gsm version. I dont want to go through the hassle of selling a phone just tothe upgrade internal memory. I already need to sell my nexus one and e71.
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Ok, I'll play devil's advocate for this thread. I happen to be one that really wants this phone as well, however I am going to wait just a little while longer for any rumors that it will be available 'legitimately' in the US for GSM. A few thoughts Im having:
- Warranty. If I were to buy from Negri, Handtec etc, while they most likely would assist in getting my device fixed, it would still take probably 2-6 weeks and 9 months down the road they may not be as helpful to expedite it. Also, they may give you a loaner phone, otherwise you would have to provide that while you're phone is in the shop.
- I have a feeling the US based GSM phones will be $599 for 16gb. While its only $100 less than buying it right now, I figure its worth the small wait.
- While I believe everyone's opinion over this phone, I also wanted to at least see a Verizon version of the device at a Best Buy just to make sure.
I have gone through a lot of android devices lately and hoping to find the right fit for me. Assuming the Nexus is, I hope to own it for at least 18 months. For others, feel free to refute me and maybe I'll be suckered into buying now as well

I'm one of the unlucky Handtec people still waiting on my pre-order and I would still hit the checkout button even with the foreknowledge of this. It's one of the few phones out there where the hardware and software are working together rather than the multitude of phones that are indeed hardware powerhouses but have the OS slapped on seemingly as an afterthought.
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please share Negri or Expansys coupons

Hi,
I want to order my new galaxy nexus tonight. I am looking for coupons for negri or expansys. If you have one valid please share. All the coupons I had expired
Thanks

https://negrielectronics.com/samsung-i9250-google-canadian-galaxy-nexus-black-unlocked.html
Coupon:sb15offbct
price shipped:$580.50

nybmx said:
https://negrielectronics.com/samsung-i9250-google-canadian-galaxy-nexus-black-unlocked.html
Coupon:sb15offbct
price shipped:$580.50
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what is different between this one and the other one cost 630$? this is Canada version

NICEGYPT said:
what is different between this one and the other one cost 630$? this is Canada version
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Honestly the only difference I can see is that they import this one from Canada instead of the UK. Other than that it should be the same exact device. It's just likely to have a different ICS build.

nybmx said:
Honestly the only difference I can see is that they import this one from Canada instead of the UK. Other than that it should be the same exact device. It's just likely to have a different ICS build.
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so if i want to put 4.0.2 stock it will be ok? I doubt. it's different build this mean it will be always behind on updates

CODE ISNT VALID ANYMORE.
SORRY.
HAD $30 OFF THE CAN MODEL.
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NICEGYPT said:
so if i want to put 4.0.2 stock it will be ok? I doubt. it's different build this mean it will be always behind on updates
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The canadian version won't be straight yakju. you can just flash it no problem. its a damn good price. Even better if you get $15 more off the top. Mine arrives tomorrow.

martonikaj said:
The canadian version won't be straight yakju. you can just flash it no problem. its a damn good price. Even better if you get $15 more off the top. Mine arrives tomorrow.
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I really don't care about the stock because I root when i turn the phone on But what i am understanding from what u said is I can flash any stock on canada version. correct? I really like the price. this will save me at least 40$. The thing is I don't want to be behind with updates also if I want back to stock. by the way canada version is made in china not korea

NICEGYPT said:
I really don't care about the stock because I root when i turn the phone on But what i am understanding from what u said is I can flash any stock on canada version. correct? I really like the price. this will save me at least 40$. The thing is I don't want to be behind with updates also if I want back to stock. by the way canada version is made in china not korea
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Who cares where its made. its fine lol.
Yes, Just flash the stock images from google (guides all over the place). At that point your phone will have an unlocked bootloader and yakju software. Then you can proceed to root.

I have one that is good till 1/31.Postcard seize
Please enjoy our holiday coupon"GIFT" for 303 off

romgorz said:
I have one that is good till 1/31.Postcard seize
Please enjoy our holiday coupon"GIFT" for 303 off
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They killed the "GIFT" coupon on the CAN $595 nexus the day after they started the sale. I got it because I bought right after the sale started, but they announced on twitter early the next day they were killing it.
OP, if you can pick it up for $580 shipped I think that's a pretty damn good deal.

romgorz said:
I have one that is good till 1/31.Postcard seize
Please enjoy our holiday coupon"GIFT" for 303 off
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That's the one I posted they took it down.
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It's for Negri Electronics 30$ and code is GIFT tested only till 1/31/12

romgorz said:
It's for Negri Electronics 30$ and code is GIFT tested only till 1/31/12
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i chat with them today and this one is expired last Friday. I think I am going to get canada version

Yes works for everything except Can.Nexus

romgorz said:
It's for Negri Electronics 30$ and code is GIFT tested only till 1/31/12
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Like we said, GIFT is dead as of last week... The sale started Thursday evening and the coupon died Friday afternoon.

Can you get a warranty with any of them?
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kwiggington said:
Can you get a warranty with any of them?
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You can get a 3rd party insurance on it I'm sure if you want full coverage.
Negri helps facilitate warranty exchanges with the international Samsung factory warranty for you if you'd like. But that doesn't cover accidental damage or anything. That's just a factory defect warranty.

romgorz said:
It's for Negri Electronics 30$ and code is GIFT tested only till 1/31/12
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That one doesn't work for the Galaxy Nexus. As said earlier they killed that deal. However it still works for other devices.

OK guys. thanks for the information. I ordered it for 580$ hopefully it's good like the Europe one

Best Place to buy for UK

Hi,
I would like to buy this phone and get it shipped to the UK. I know about the lack of some UK bands and I am happy with it in my area. I have seen it on ali express and geekbuying but have no experience as to buying a phone from there and what import taxes they hit. Where would you recommend I get one?
I have sene it in a couple places:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Xia..._6&btsid=47921e20-e42d-4dc6-a153-d53e0513952a
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiaomi-Mi-5S-4GB-128GB-Smartphone---Gray-372738.html
I am assuming this phone is out yet? or are these just suppliers saying it wil eb a long delivery as they havnt got it yet?
Chris

Check out oppomart. They ship from EU so there shouldn't be import charges. $20 for shipping. They seem to have the best prices

Thanks, that does look like decent prices. Shame the grey isn't available yet. Have you used them before?

No haven't used them

I used oppomart to preorder the Redmi Pro.
It hadn't shipped 4 weeks after the shipping date published on the site (which also hadn't been updated) and I'd heard nothing from them. This was 6 weeks after I placed the preorder.
They were quick to refund and cancel the order on request though.
I would note that the seller you linked claims "Tariff Free" which may be customs related or may simply mean that it's a handset only (rather than carrier tied).
Top One will cover any EU (UK included) import fees (see here)
AliExpress claims it comes with a 1 year UK warranty, plus they're listed on a few UK cashback sites such as Quidco (7.5% off)

Try eglobalcentral.co.uk. I ordered my note 7 (yes i still refused to give up on it) from there and it arrived safely, very quick and with no custom taxes (their policy also states that they cover the cost of the custom taxes). But just have in mind that they are sending the phones from Hong Kong so if you need to return it or is faulty you have to pay for the posting cost. I also advice you to include mail insurance during checkout just to be sure.

I got my Mi 5 on the way to UK in the Mi Store (in shanghai) . But I have got Mi phones from Banggood and Aliexpress before so they are both good (this was when I was in NZ so idk import charges).

ermacwins said:
Check out oppomart. They ship from EU so there shouldn't be import charges. $20 for shipping. They seem to have the best prices
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i was quick to order from oppomart today, because the price is right! but after googling about their reputation, i'm now a bit weary i just threw money in the toilet
https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/www.oppomart.com
mixed reviews, but mostly very negative.

blustere said:
Try eglobalcentral.co.uk. I ordered my note 7 (yes i still refused to give up on it) from there and it arrived safely, very quick and with no custom taxes (their policy also states that they cover the cost of the custom taxes). But just have in mind that they are sending the phones from Hong Kong so if you need to return it or is faulty you have to pay for the posting cost. I also advice you to include mail insurance during checkout just to be sure.
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Note 7 will not get any software updates as it's officially discontinued by Samsung.

blustere said:
Try eglobalcentral.co.uk. I ordered my note 7 (yes i still refused to give up on it) from there and it arrived safely, very quick and with no custom taxes (their policy also states that they cover the cost of the custom taxes). But just have in mind that they are sending the phones from Hong Kong so if you need to return it or is faulty you have to pay for the posting cost. I also advice you to include mail insurance during checkout just to be sure.
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You ordered a note 7? I think people is stupid. Better do what samsumg said: turn off your phone for your safety.

jlmcr87 said:
You ordered a note 7? I think people is stupid. Better do what samsumg said: turn off your phone for your safety.
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No one is selling the note 7 now apparently so i wouldn't be able to order it from somewhere as they stopped the production. So when i said 'ordered" it man i meant pre-ordered and arrived on 2nd of September , the day of its release before anyone knew about the faulty batrery. But you are right about it not being safe and because they also restrict it on flights i decided to rerurn it back.

Has anyone been able to find a black/grey varient? All I keep finding is a pre order. Is the black version released yet?

from my searching around all i can find are silver so i think the rest have not been released yet.

Im in the UK and I think I'm gonna order from banggood today

I ordered mine from Geekbuying... was £316 for the 4gb/128gb version but they do take for ever to ship.
I dont mind waiting for slow mail that way you dont get stung with import duty into the UK.

sutt359 said:
I ordered mine from Geekbuying... was £316 for the 4gb/128gb version but they do take for ever to ship.
I dont mind waiting for slow mail that way you dont get stung with import duty into the UK.
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Was that with any discount codes? And how secure are the slower mails? Can it still be tracked?

ermacwins said:
Was that with any discount codes? And how secure are the slower mails? Can it still be tracked?
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Nope no codes just on sale http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiaomi-Mi-5S-4GB-128GB-Smartphone---Silver-372740.html
Yes its tracked you can also add insurance for £1.50

sutt359 said:
Nope no codes just on sale http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiaomi-Mi-5S-4GB-128GB-Smartphone---Silver-372740.html
Yes its tracked you can also add insurance for £1.50
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How many days are you looking at?

Ordered Mi5s 64gb for about £255 from banggood. Hopefully shipped on time.

Have you all received your phones by now? And were they with original ROM or customized one?