With black friday coming up, it's inevitably that the GS3 will be on sale. My question is, with the Nexus 4 coming out, is the GS3 still worth my upgrade? I don't know what I want to do right now, the Nexus doesn't have LTE and living in the SF Bay Area, I actually have access to LTE. But, the Nexus is quad core, and has updates as it comes out. Another question I have has to do with custom roms, specifically CM10. How stable are these releases when it comes to all the features such as camera, etc? And how's battery life? Lastly, does anyone know how the auto updater works? Is it basically like regular OTA's from any other company? Or would I have to reflash every time and update comes out?
Anyone else also stuck in the same predicament, feel free to use this thread to discuss pros and cons of each phone.
We already have a few nexus 4 or gs3 threads in here... The concensus is get the SGSIII. Cm10 is as good as the nexus variant. OTA Updater works if the dev is using it. Just Google it to see how it works.. Pretty simple.
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Sorry about that, I didn't see them, but I'll be sure to search harder next time. Thanks for the information though
The s3 is my first Android device but I absolutely love this thing. There is great dev support around here so we're never behind as far as OS updates go. Personally the quad core benefits would be minimal for me in day to day use. And, the inclusion of LTE on the s3 makes it a significant plus in my book.
Sams will be selling the S3 for 99 cents on black friday with 2 year contract
Just get the S3 for now and try it. If you don't like it ENOUGH, return it before the grace period is up. No one here can tell you what you will like/dislike about the phone. That's up to you
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First off Q's go in Q&A
Second there is a thread in the stickise here for discussing other devices and comparisons.
Please use it.
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So it's been a couple of months since the Galaxy Nexus came out so I think I'll get better information now as opposed to when it first came out.
I have an AT&T GSII and I love it. I have the ICScrewd rom on it and it's very fast and fluid and I also have a 16GB card to bring my total storage space to 32GB which is nice since I have a lot of pictures on my device. The screen isn't 720p and that's something I'd love to have and I'd also love to have ICS.
I'd have to sell my GSII for hopefully $350 and I'd also sell a Captivate I have (it's cracked but still works fine so I'd sell it for maybe $60-$80) and pay the difference for a GN (probably $140 out of pocket).
What would you all suggest based on your experience with the GN and GSII (Exynos) if you had it?
The experience is still the same as day one. Very fast and quick phone, so no the information you get from those other threads compared to this one won't be much.
No regrets using the GN, came from Nexus S and Galaxy S (Vibrant) before that.
Do it.
You won't regret it.
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How is the glass? I know it's not Gorilla Glass but it is as sturdy as the iPhone 4 you think?
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How is the glass? I know it's not Gorilla Glass but it is as sturdy as the iPhone 4 you think?
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Never used a iPhone 4 so I wouldn't know how to compare it.
I haven't gotten a scratch on it. No screen protector, just Otterbox Commuter + Extended GSM battery.
The screen itself is fortified, some people have complained that it isn't good blah blah blah. From my own experience, it's fine for me. Gorilla glass is not immune to scratches either. Just marketed better I guess.
I just ordered a GN from Amazon for Verizon and should have it next Tuesday. I am coming from the Epic 4G Touch (SGS2) from Sprint which is using the same processor at AT&T's. I am also curious if anyone has made the jump from this phone and how there experience has been.
I am looking forward to the GN and just hope it does not disappoint. Really looking forward to running ICS as well. Was never really that excited to run a stock Android device until now...
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So it's been a couple of months since the Galaxy Nexus came out so I think I'll get better information now as opposed to when it first came out.
I have an AT&T GSII and I love it. I have the ICScrewd rom on it and it's very fast and fluid and I also have a 16GB card to bring my total storage space to 32GB which is nice since I have a lot of pictures on my device. The screen isn't 720p and that's something I'd love to have and I'd also love to have ICS.
I'd have to sell my GSII for hopefully $350 and I'd also sell a Captivate I have (it's cracked but still works fine so I'd sell it for maybe $60-$80) and pay the difference for a GN (probably $140 out of pocket).
What would you all suggest based on your experience with the GN and GSII (Exynos) if you had it?
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I never had the SGSII but I would assume the GN would just be like a sidegrade for you. I wouldn't get the GN if I already had a SGSII. Other than that the Galaxy Nexus is the best phone that I've ever had, coming from the Nexus One
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I never had the SGSII but I would assume the GN would just be like a sidegrade for you. I wouldn't get the GN if I already had a SGSII. Other than that the Galaxy Nexus is the best phone that I've ever had, coming from the Nexus One
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That's the same thing I said when coming from Vibrant to Nexus S. I don't regret getting the NS either and you GS2 switchers most likely wouldn't either.
I'm in the exact same boat as the OP, sort of. I'm with Sprint and I've got the Epic 4G touch (SGSII with a stupid name). Anyway, my line is due for an upgrade in April (JOY) and I'm debating whether I should get the nexus. I've always been curious and kinda wanted a pure google phone. I love modding, flashing custom roms, tweaking, theming, etc. There is a VERY experimental CM9 rom available for my device but its not a daily driver. I flashed it though, just to check it out and I have fallen in love with ics, plain.
I guess my main question is: Considering the Verizon is also CDMA, will the custom roms and rooting methods available for the Verizon version work on the Sprint version? If not, I'd imagine there would still be plenty of development for the Sprint version, right?
To be honest, there are some nice roms for the Epic 4G touch but overall, I've owned other devices where the development seemed much stronger. I want a device that a LOT of developers will work on.
Any opinions, suggestions, advice? Also, I'd be lying if I didn't admit that I've also got my eye on the possibility of Sprint getting the Galaxy Note.
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I'm in the exact same boat as the OP, sort of. I'm with Sprint and I've got the Epic 4G touch (SGSII with a stupid name). Anyway, my line is due for an upgrade in April (JOY) and I'm debating whether I should get the nexus. I've always been curious and kinda wanted a pure google phone. I love modding, flashing custom roms, tweaking, theming, etc. There is a VERY experimental CM9 rom available for my device but its not a daily driver. I flashed it though, just to check it out and I have fallen in love with ics, plain.
I guess my main question is: Considering the Verizon is also CDMA, will the custom roms and rooting methods available for the Verizon version work on the Sprint version? If not, I'd imagine there would still be plenty of development for the Sprint version, right?
To be honest, there are some nice roms for the Epic 4G touch but overall, I've owned other devices where the development seemed much stronger. I want a device that a LOT of developers will work on.
Any opinions, suggestions, advice? Also, I'd be lying if I didn't admit that I've also got my eye on the possibility of Sprint getting the Galaxy Note.
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Verizon CDMA will not work for Sprint. Only Verizon. Sprint is getting their own version of the Galaxy Nexus but it's unknown when it will be getting it officially but it will probably be soon.
Another thing to add, when purchasing Galaxy Nexus.. make sure you get it from a reputable seller that is willing to fulfill the warranty because you are not covered by Samsung (at least the GSM version).
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Verizon CDMA will not work for Sprint. Only Verizon. Sprint is getting their own version of the Galaxy Nexus but it's unknown when it will be getting it officially but it will probably be soon.
Another thing to add, when purchasing Galaxy Nexus.. make sure you get it from a reputable seller that is willing to fulfill the warranty because you are not covered by Samsung (at least the GSM version).
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I AM talking about the one sprint's getting. I'm not gonna try to buy a Verizon one and connect it on sprint. That would never work. My question is: do u think the custom roms developed for the Verizon version will work on the sprint version since they're both cdma?
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I AM talking about the one sprint's getting. I'm not gonna try to buy a Verizon one and connect it on sprint. That would never work. My question is: do u think the custom roms developed for the Verizon version will work on the sprint version since they're both cdma?
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Will have to wait for the Sprint version to come out to answer you on that. The rooting method will definitely be the same
1. Get Fastboot drivers
2. fastboot oem unlock
latest version of ICS (4.04) is awsome
I was already happy I got GN, but the latest version is great - battery life is substantial. Get it
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Will have to wait for the Sprint version to come out to answer you on that. The rooting method will definitely be the same
1. Get Fastboot drivers
2. fastboot oem unlock
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Nice, you think development will be strong? Attract a lot of devs?
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Nice, you think development will be strong? Attract a lot of devs?
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I don't see why not. It's a Nexus device, and many ROMs for the Galaxy Nexus are cross-compatible (not in the same package.... but both GSM & LTE)
at most, the radio/basebands will be different.
Kernel flashable zips are cross compatible.
I'm on the same boat, trying to figure out if I should switch to sprint when the GN comes out (better plan purposes) but hoping the sprint version will get as much love from the developers as the Verizon version.
Just wondering ....... what kind of plan do ya have on Verizon?
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My 32GB iPhone 4S has not been used as much since getting my Galaxy Nexus. I really like my HTC Rezound but I think I may like my Nexus more. None of my HTC Rezound's would have the mobile hotspot work for over ten minutes before dropping the data connection. My GN has not dropped its data connection while using the mobile hotspot yet. (Being that I'm allowed unlimited data on my SMARTPHONE I pay to connect to other devices)
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Thanks everyone. I think I'm going to get it, it seems like it definitely is a crowd-pleaser.
More responses are welcomed though as I'd like to read more about what people have to say.
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Thanks everyone. I think I'm going to get it, it seems like it definitely is a crowd-pleaser.
More responses are welcomed though as I'd like to read more about what people have to say.
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You won't be disappointed at all also I read a couple weeks ago (and correct me if I'm wrong ) the the omap 4460 has the same performance as the current exynos processors , only the omap isn't as power efficient.
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I just switched from the GS2 Exynos to the gsm nexus three days ago, and believe it's worth it. The user experience is a whole different and ICS is just so good. And the screen resolution is awesome, reading on my phone has never been such a pleasure. Just get it and see for yourself
I keep seeing all these Roms pop up for the i9300 International version.. and now they are ALREADY starting work on Jelly bean for it...
And yet we (US versions) (especially T-Mobile) don't really have anything.. i'm kind of regretting going US- Anyone else feeling the same?
it would be nice if we could use the same Roms as the international versions.
i'm a past Galaxy note user, and i might go back to that for the time being because the Rom i had for that "Stratosphere" was freaking AMAZING...
(Sorry realize I should have posted this in general )
Banned!!! Lol jk. No development is going to explode soon. Devs are just figuring out how to make devices carrier compatible and they are also just getting the devices. Alot of carriers have limited supply of the phone.
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Banned!!! Lol jk. No development is going to explode soon. Devs are just figuring out how to make devices carrier compatible and they are also just getting the devices. Alot of carriers have limited supply of the phone.
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Yeah sorry i had clicked on the wrong bookmark in Chrome and just hit New thread without even looking... lol
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I keep seeing all these Roms pop up for the i9300 International version.. and now they are ALREADY starting work on Jelly bean for it...
And yet we (US versions) (especially T-Mobile) don't really have anything.. i'm kind of regretting going US- Anyone else feeling the same?
it would be nice if we could use the same Roms as the international versions.
i'm a past Galaxy note user, and i might go back to that for the time being because the Rom i had for that "Stratosphere" was freaking AMAZING...
(Sorry realize I should have posted this in general )
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Yes you're right, this should be moved to the general section. The main problem with the international version for t mobile is you'll only get edge network speeds. You are right though typically the international versions get more Rom attention at the local versions do. I need my 4G so I'm happy with the t mobile version version
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my god the phones been out a week for tmo and im pretty sure not all developers even have one plus there is a rom and jellybean is being looked into now. may wanna read development posting rules also.:angel:
chill... this phone will have everything the international one has and more. keep in mind, its only been out since the 21st, supply was limited. nothing we can do about that. we have some great things to come especially since the different carriers all have pretty much the same hardware so there will be A LOT of roms. this phone will be epic. so sit down and shut up and watch the show!
BTW wrong section. =)
Its still really early mang give it some time
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chill... this phone will have everything the international one has and more. keep in mind, its only been out since the 21st, supply was limited. nothing we can do about that. we have some great things to come especially since the different carriers all have pretty much the same hardware so there will be A LOT of roms. this phone will be epic. so sit down and shut up and watch the show!
BTW wrong section. =)
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im new to gsm life but in cdma side of xda you get bashed hard for posting crap in dev forum, kinda miss that and have lots of "flame" pictures to post.
Patience is a virtue... it's gonna happen sooner rather than later.
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Patience is a virtue... it's gonna happen sooner rather than later.
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Thanks guys =)
Also remember you phone is worth a ton right now....you could always sell it and buy the international version....it will be a win win for you.....quad core and a ton of development ....
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Yeah I'm like the dude who post this in the wrong section. (lol) Hurry the hell up making these damn roms!!!! Jk
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Everytime a new device this type of thread is created. Most people can't even get this phone yet. Just chill.
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We just have to wait.... im coming from the international s3 i know how you feel...
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chill... this phone will have everything the international one has and more. keep in mind, its only been out since the 21st, supply was limited. nothing we can do about that. we have some great things to come especially since the different carriers all have pretty much the same hardware so there will be A LOT of roms. this phone will be epic. so sit down and shut up and watch the show!
BTW wrong section. =)
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I would agree that it should have as much development but the international one will more than likely get quicker updates. So all in all I wouldn't really say its gonna have more. Both phones have their pluses and minuses. Even though all the US variants share common hardware combined they are still aimed at a smaller target market than the International model. Less people owning it = less development usually. I'm on T-Mobile myself but would rather have edge and the Int model than 4G and the s4 processor. Either way you win with this phone, its amazing in any variation.
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I don't see how anyone could want an international version on edge speeds with t-mobile over the U.S. dual-core with 4g speeds lol. I mean it's cool to tell people that your phone is quad-core, but c'mon. And I get as much satisfaction telling people my phone has 2gb's of RAM lol
And obviously it's early but development is going to be crazy on this phone. Dev's push other Dev's to work harder so it's almost like exponential growth when it really gets going (look at the Galaxy Nexus forums). Plus as it looks like the Galaxy Nexus has been banned in the U.S. you can bet we'll get even more dev's jumping on here
Thats what im saying .... Like people that use iphones on TMobile or Simple Mobile and they still paying for 4G data .... SMh....
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I don't see how anyone could want an international version on edge speeds with t-mobile over the U.S. dual-core with 4g speeds lol. I mean it's cool to tell people that your phone is quad-core, but c'mon. And I get as much satisfaction telling people my phone has 2gb's of RAM lol
And obviously it's early but development is going to be crazy on this phone. Dev's push other Dev's to work harder so it's almost like exponential growth when it really gets going (look at the Galaxy Nexus forums). Plus as it looks like the Galaxy Nexus has been banned in the U.S. you can bet we'll get even more dev's jumping on here
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I don't see how anyone could want an international version on edge speeds with t-mobile over the U.S. dual-core with 4g speeds lol. I mean it's cool to tell people that your phone is quad-core, but c'mon. And I get as much satisfaction telling people my phone has 2gb's of RAM lol
And obviously it's early but development is going to be crazy on this phone. Dev's push other Dev's to work harder so it's almost like exponential growth when it really gets going (look at the Galaxy Nexus forums). Plus as it looks like the Galaxy Nexus has been banned in the U.S. you can bet we'll get even more dev's jumping on here
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T-Mobile is refarming their 1900mhz spectrum for 3/4G data so some people can already use the Int version on T-Mobile 3/4G. The want for a quad core phone isn't for **** sizing contest as you suggest here at least not for me. A perfectly fluid UI and gaming/browser performance are my main motivations. I live in MN and barely get anything above edge on my galaxy nexus anyway so having only edge really doesn't affect me, that's what WiFi is for. If I used my mobile plan for my data needs I'd get throttled in a day. My mother had a HTC one s with the s4 processor while speedy it still couldn't keep up with an qHD resolution. Again I think both devices are top notch and both have advantages over one another so I think I boils down to preference.
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You gotta remember the international version has been out for a month, the TMO source code only released a few days ago, and the stock ROM like 2 days ago. International development has had a month headstart on us. We'll catch up. Not regretting my purchase at all. We'll be fine.
Heck no bro tmobile sgs2 has some of the best developers I've ever seen mainly roman, whitehawk and tdj. Tdj is amazing and I'm sure someone will get him a s3 in due time. If you want 4g then you gotta stick with us carriers, int does not have right radio for tmobile and no lte.
Tmobile is the only 4g in my area and it rocks. No idea when lte is ever going to come so its tm for me.
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With all of these phones like this and the Note 2 coming soon I'm curious about the new Nexus phone to be revealed at the end of this month.
http://www.androidcentral.com/att-announces-htc-one-x-nvidia-quad-core-meets-lte
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Also kind of on this topic I feel that at&t gets the best phones out of all the U.S. carriers.
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GiantJay said:
With all of these phones like this and the Note 2 coming soon I'm curious about the new Nexus phone to be revealed at the end of this month.
http://www.androidcentral.com/att-announces-htc-one-x-nvidia-quad-core-meets-lte
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I wonder how good a phone google wants to build. It has to be tough trying to balance "We need to not step on the toes of those that use our OS" with "We need better hardware, but we need someone else to build it." We have seen the rumors before about Samsung wanting to split off and use its own OS, if google comes up with a nexus phone that's too good this only fuels that fire. I swear they do a nexus phone just for something to do.
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I wonder how good a phone google wants to build. It has to be tough trying to balance "We need to not step on the toes of those that use our OS" with "We need better hardware, but we need someone else to build it." We have seen the rumors before about Samsung wanting to split off and use its own OS, if google comes up with a nexus phone that's too good this only fuels that fire. I swear they do a nexus phone just for something to do.
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I agree with you. I feel that google releases a "nexus" or "google" phone every year just to say that they have there own phone. Honestly is sammy tried there own OS, i have a a feeling it would successful as long as updates don't take as long as they usually do with android updates...
Yeah it does look nice. I might switch back to ATT just because of the One X+. But hopefully it lands on Sprint as well
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This phone is supposed to be exclusive to at&t. There has been some very interesting and exciting rumors about the future of Nexus devices today that have me pretty excited. Google will be putting out rules and specs for any phone developer to make a Nexus certified device that's controlled by Google. The phones will also have a customization option for things like touch wiz or sense if you prefer the look and feel compared to pure Google. This sounds pretty darn awesome. The first or next Nexus device is supposed to be the LG Optimus G. Or read here for the full breakdown.
www.androidpolice.com/2012/10/03/ru...ong-with-a-nexus-phone-certification-program/
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So, I'm stuck in my contract with an iPhone 4 on Verizon. This phone is slower than tar. I can't take it anymore. I used to be an android user back when the original droid came out. I loved that phone. I think it's time to switch back as iPhone 5's cost way too much and I miss android a little bit.
I think the 2 phones I would consider are the Nexus and the S3. Now, I've noticed the S3 has a little better specs but is Samsung still really bad with updates? I had the original Galaxy S and it was stuck on 2.1? the whole time. I couldn't stand that phone for that reason. Is the Nexus vanilla android so it has the newest android software as soon as Google releases it? Which phone would be a better choice to root? I really like to mess around with the phone and customize as much as possible.
Sorry for all the questions and if this is the wrong thread. It has been a long time since I was last here. I'd just appreciate some input from everyone so I can purchase a new phone.
Nexus.
Simple to root and customize.
Updates straight from google when they are released. Unless you buy a Verizon branded Nexus, then Verizon will take a couple months to release the update.
speedyink said:
Nexus.
Simple to root and customize.
Updates straight from google when they are released. Unless you buy a Verizon branded Nexus, then Verizon will take a couple months to release the update.
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Has Verizon been pretty good about updates so far? The Verizon Nexus is the only option as of now.
Is battery life acceptable with this phone? Easily get a full days use out of it?
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Has Verizon been pretty good about updates so far? The Verizon Nexus is the only option as of now.
Is battery life acceptable with this phone? Easily get a full days use out of it?
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I vouch for the s3 great battery life and quite decent camera .. works as it should.. no issues whatsoever only thing is when i turn data on and browse the web i can notice it getting some heat but thats for the tmo idk about verizon..
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If you get the VZW Nexus, be ready to flash some custom ROMs as Verizon drags their feet with updates.
If you live in an area with good t-mobile service, which is most large cities, leave version and get a Nexus 4
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Ok so i have VERIZON and i was using an old slow LG VORTEX. I weaseled my way into an early upgrade (through their customer loyalty department) and decided to get the Galaxy Nexus CPO. It was free (50$ minus 50$ mail in rebate). I dont have a lot of extra cash to get something cutting edge so i figured that for the price it was a great option. With JB (and i see paranoid android has 4.2 testing) i think i made the right choice. But the question is, how long will this phone be valid? its dual core 1.2 processor still seems pretty quick (i know its not the best) and the developer community seems to still give it plenty attention. i was coming from a single core 600mhz low end brick so im sure i will be happy with the performance.
I know you have all had your phones for a while and might be looking to upgrade soon, but im just getting one so again, did i make a good choice?
The Nexus S reached the end of it's OTA life when Nexus 4 came out, so next year whenever the new Nexus comes out is when I expect support for the Gnex from Google to end. But the development here on XDA will probably last for a while longer than that.
Look at the original Evo 4g still getting roms..since u don't have a huge budget I'd say its a solid choice
after watching this i feel i made a good choice,
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I know the developers wont give up, hell i got 4.0 on my LG Vortex. so im sure this phone will remain up to date for at least 18 months.
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after watching this i feel i made a good choice,
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I know the developers wont give up, hell i got 4.0 on my LG Vortex. so im sure this phone will remain up to date for at least 18 months.
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Yeah, the gnex still rocks, its no longer the best but its still alive
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You made an awesome choice. Don't worry.
There is no right or wrong choice, you either like it or you don't. That's all that matters
WiredPirate said:
The Nexus S reached the end of it's OTA life when Nexus 4 came out, so next year whenever the new Nexus comes out is when I expect support for the Gnex from Google to end. But the development here on XDA will probably last for a while longer than that.
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The Nexus S and Xoom have very small partitions (236mb for XOOM not sure about S) that wouldn't fit 4.2+. I'm sure with it's 1gb partition the Gnex is pretty future proof.
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