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Bye Bye Verizon Galaxy Nexus hello T-Mobile Samsung s2

Titles says it all Ive had lots of fun in this forum for cmda nexus...But after problem with problem through tech support and no 4g coverage,After fighting for months Verizon finally let me loose without termination fees...I went to T-mobile and got the Samsung galaxy s2...everyone i met on here rocks and thank you for all the support with this community..Ive learned so much from speaking with you all and researching the threads...ill still be here but in different thread..so far i cannot believe the speed packed into this phone it amazes me..

Good luck with new phone. If its the exynos version ive no doubt its fast, just cant go back to low rez screens.
Just post in here anyway

I've owned the T-Mobile gs2 and its not a bad phone. As fast as the nexus and I miss my 20mbps/second download speed. Good phonen enjoy!
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biffsmash said:
Good luck with new phone. If its the exynos version ive no doubt its fast, just cant go back to low rez screens.
Just post in here anyway
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T-Mo GS2 does not have an exynos processor. They are not compatible with LTE yet.

Yeah, the only problem I would have with T-mobile is they abandon Android support (updates) very quickly with their Samsung phones.
Samsung Galaxy S Vibrant (released July 15 2010). Abandoned software update right after long delay even released 2.2 in late Jan 2011. So you are talking about a 6 month window of actual software update support.
And the Galaxy S Vibrant was considered a flagship phone with T-mobile.
Behold 2....enough said.
Sure, you can install your own roms etc. But that's not the point. It's on T-mobile and Samsung to support their Android phones.
While the S2 on T-mobile has the Qualcomm process and it's fast enough. The real reason to get it is because it supports ATT 3G bands in addition to Tmobile's AWS bands.
Other than that, enjoy the S2 on T-mobile. Maybe you should have waited till tomorrow (Feb 11th) when T-mobile has the S2 for free (with mail in rebate) on 2 year contract.
The next US president will be relected/elected by the time you see an official ice cream sandwich update on the tmobile branded S2.

Sorry it didn't work out for you. Good luck with your new phone!
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shouldve just bought the GSM version of the galaxy nexus.

andy2na said:
shouldve just bought the GSM version of the galaxy nexus.
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Thats what i was thinking. SGS2 is a good phone but its sort of equal to the support of the CDMA nexus. Devs are leaving or getting kicked out left and right. Been back and forth between the SGS2 and the Nexus in the past 2 months. Think im gonna just stay with the Nexus. Good luck with your new phone. Enjoy.

http://androidandme.com/2012/02/dev...veil-t-mobiles-plans-to-sell-the-galaxy-nexus
hmmm

Good luck with your new phone, I had the tmo sgs2, its a decent phone.. but the support is gone, so sad.
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I am very happy with the GSM version. If I were you, I would have got the GSM GN. I cannot stand the low resolution anymore.

andy2na said:
shouldve just bought the GSM version of the galaxy nexus.
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Seriously. Sounds like OP's issues were with Verizon, not the GNex. Can get an unlocked one for a solid price nowadays.
The SGSII is great but the screen res is getting pretty damn low to be buying one in February 2012.
andy2na said:
http://androidandme.com/2012/02/dev...veil-t-mobiles-plans-to-sell-the-galaxy-nexus
hmmm
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Pretty easily can just be unlocked version on T-Mobile... Wouldn't read too much into that one.

andy2na said:
shouldve just bought the GSM version of the galaxy nexus.
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qft
Before switching to AT&T over the image compression issue, my GSM Galaxy Nexus worked wonderfully on T-Mobile's network.
Except for, you know, all of the JPEGs on the internet being compressed so badly they looked like amorphous blobs of color banding and compression artifacts.
Which is why I switched, since now I'm paying $30 more per month... but to be honest, I'll happily pay $30 more a month to not have my internet connection screwed with.

I would love to get an unlocked GSM Galaxy Nexus, but I can't find one for a decent price.
What is the going rate for this phone right now? Where can I get the best price?
martonikaj said:
Seriously. Sounds like OP's issues were with Verizon, not the GNex. Can get an unlocked one for a solid price nowadays.
The SGSII is great but the screen res is getting pretty damn low to be buying one in February 2012.
Pretty easily can just be unlocked version on T-Mobile... Wouldn't read too much into that one.
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Tarzanman said:
I would love to get an unlocked GSM Galaxy Nexus, but I can't find one for a decent price.
What is the going rate for this phone right now? Where can I get the best price?
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Amazon has the best price around I've seen for an unlocked GSM version.

Negri has the best price and offers warranty up to one year. Amazon doesn't offer warranty, depending on the seller's.
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Tarzanman said:
I would love to get an unlocked GSM Galaxy Nexus, but I can't find one for a decent price.
What is the going rate for this phone right now? Where can I get the best price?
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$595.50 shipped from Negri Electronics. https://negrielectronics.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=i9250&x=0&y=0&order=relevance&dir=desc
You can get the Canadian version which isn't yakju, but you can flash to yakju in about 5min. Or you can order the $622.50 one and have a higher chance it comes with yakju (wouldn't waste my time with that).
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Amazon has the best price around I've seen for an unlocked GSM version.
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Not true.
zephiK said:
Negri has the best price and offers warranty up to one year. Amazon doesn't offer warranty, depending on the seller's.
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This! Don't trust some random Amazon seller, when you can go with a reputable US importer that offers warranty help. You can even checkout with Amazon or Google to get buyer protection.

$600 is still too rich for my blood. The problem is that this phone is a want and not a need :-/
I am off-contract with T-mobile paying ~$70 a month using a Vibrant running Bionix 1.3.1
I'm a little upset about how Google/Samsung f-ed up the release of this device (exclusivity with Verizon and no viable method other than importing for a UMTS version).
It is difficult to understand how a kickback from Verizon makes up for their lost sales with other carriers.
Galaxy S II's are available in the low 400's. I understand that the Galaxy Nexus is a little nicer, but I could justify a ~$400 purchase by selling my old Vibrant.

Tarzanman said:
$600 is still too rich for my blood. The problem is that this phone is a want and not a need :-/
I am off-contract with T-mobile paying ~$70 a month using a Vibrant running Bionix 1.3.1
I'm a little upset about how Google/Samsung f-ed up the release of this device (exclusivity with Verizon and no viable method other than importing for a UMTS version).
It is difficult to understand how a kickback from Verizon makes up for their lost sales with other carriers.
Galaxy S II's are available in the low 400's. I understand that the Galaxy Nexus is a little nicer, but I could justify a ~$400 purchase by selling my old Vibrant.
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It does suck, but even if it was sold directly by T-Mobile or Best Buy or whomever, the cheapest it'd be retail is probably $529 + tax. So you're almost to $600 there anyways. Since you're off contract you're buying full price either way. If you really want the phone then buy it. Only you know how much $$ its worth to you though.
If you choose to buy a SGSII for $400 ish, then you're just guaranteeing you're upgrading to your next device sooner than if you bought the Galaxy Nexus because the SGSII is older. You're just paying now or paying later. Again, personal choice.

What Google should of done was do their Verizon thing but also offer the Galaxy Nexus (GSM Unlocked) via their website kind of like how the Nexus One did it (minus a CDMA version of Nexus One).

[Q]Should I buy a GN now!

Hi guys!
I want to buy a new phone now. Currently I have a nexus s.And is the best phone that I had ever. I like the support that it have and to many choices that I have with Roms.
What is better now to buy a Galaxy Nexus or should I wait for Htc One X or Galaxy SIII?

Question really is. Do you like stock android, sense or touchwiz? And I think you already answered your question.

Well if u do end up getting a GN deal alert got the GN for 529.99 on both colors for 24 hour sale ....check it out maybe that will help ur decision
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I'm along with what the other user said ... if you like HTC Sense get the HTC One Series.. if you like Touchwiz stay with the Galaxy S line
Don't get a GS3 or HTC One and ask for AOSP ICS roms
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that's too easy, Galaxy Nexus of course!

YoungAceAtlanta said:
I'm along with what the other user said ... if you like HTC Sense get the HTC One Series.. if you like Touchwiz stay with the Galaxy S line
Don't get a GS3 or HTC One and ask for AOSP ICS roms
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This, other than screen choices Hardware wasn't a big deal breaker for me. I want the AOSP feel. I came for a Samsung Infuse 4g. I was tired of waiting around for development. When I was shopping for a new phone I checked out phones the the AT&T GSII, Skyrocket, ect. Sure they had some development, but not too much. So instead of getting another phone where I'd be at the mercy of Samsung and AT&T to get Rom updates. So I made the best decision ever for a phone. I bought me a Galaxy Nexus. Now I don't think I will ever not own a Nexus series phone.
Since you stated you already have a Nexus S, I bet it will be hard for you to got to anything else that will be locked down and skinned. You will probably have withdraws pretty quickly.
In short, unless you are all about the latest and greatest hardware then get a GN, or wait a year for the next Nexus phone.

Yeah I remember when I had a Nexus One and left it for a HTC Sense Device. I mean the Hero and Evo had a lot of development but its nothing like having international users which means more development than just people who have ATT or sprint etc.
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You can't compare the device available now to future technology. LOL.
Future phones are always better, at least in terms of specs, so there's no end to the wait. Also, you could never have THE best phone.
PS. If you love the Nexus family then you will love GNex.

I don't mean to intrude on this topic but I am also wondering the same thing, except I'm coming from a Samsung vibrant and I can't seem to choose whether I want to get the Verizon nexus or buy a GSM nexus. Switching carriers isn't a big deal to me. Both seem to have their ups and downs. Some input would really help me decide. Thanks and sorry for hijacking your topic lol I just figured it'd be better than starting a new topic.
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DontJoinTheDarkSide said:
I don't mean to intrude on this topic but I am also wondering the same thing, except I'm coming from a Samsung vibrant and I can't seem to choose whether I want to get the Verizon nexus or buy a GSM nexus. Switching carriers isn't a big deal to me. Both seem to have their ups and downs. Some input would really help me decide. Thanks and sorry for hijacking your topic lol I just figured it'd be better than starting a new topic.
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It really depends on you and your lifestyle. Like do you travel abroad a lot or do do you hate Verizon (lol)?
If you are in the country most of the time then I don't see why you would go through the trouble of getting an unlocked GSM GNex. They are essentially the same when it comes to end user experience.

DontJoinTheDarkSide said:
I don't mean to intrude on this topic but I am also wondering the same thing, except I'm coming from a Samsung vibrant and I can't seem to choose whether I want to get the Verizon nexus or buy a GSM nexus. Switching carriers isn't a big deal to me. Both seem to have their ups and downs. Some input would really help me decide. Thanks and sorry for hijacking your topic lol I just figured it'd be better than starting a new topic.
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I say get the GSM nexus.. well that's because I'm on ATT. And I travel a lot.. VZW pretty much a dead outside the States.. the only thing that sucks is no one sells accessories for the GSM version where I live .. and If it breaks or stop working att can't replace it
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What device you get really depends on what you want. With the Galaxy Nexus the hardware might not be as good as other devices, it is miles ahead as far a software goes considering the open nature and dev support. If you don't plan on taking advantage of that and are more concerned with hardware, then get something else. I was tempted by the hardware and went to the G2x and then the GS2, I came back to the Nexus line. I missed the customization I had with my G1 and Nexus One.
While the Galaxy Nexus may be a little behind as far a hardware, but is by no means poor. But with the open software and available drivers, the software is way ahead of other phones.

well lets see the reason I'm debating about the two is this:
Verizon Nexus:
Pros: Service overall in Los Angeles is better. True LTE speeds. And 32gb built in versus the 16gb GSM version. Can get it for $100 on amazon.
Cons: stuck with Verizon and no chance of getting service outside of the US. Monthly bill would be $50 more expensive. And the whole android support issue about source?
GSM NEXUS:
Pros: can use on my $45 T-Mobile plan with 2gbs of data or switch to any GSM carrier I want. Development seems to not be stunted. Never had a problem with service.
CONS: $500 and no local hardware support in case of a problem. 16gb versus the 32gb version.
Lol I can't choose.
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DontJoinTheDarkSide said:
well lets see the reason I'm debating about the two is this:
Verizon Nexus:
Pros: Service overall in Los Angeles is better. True LTE speeds. And 32gb built in versus the 16gb GSM version. Can get it for $100 on amazon.
Cons: stuck with Verizon and no chance of getting service outside of the US. Monthly bill would be $50 more expensive. And the whole android support issue about source?
GSM NEXUS:
Pros: can use on my $45 T-Mobile plan with 2gbs of data or switch to any GSM carrier I want. Development seems to not be stunted. Never had a problem with service.
CONS: $500 and no local hardware support in case of a problem. 16gb versus the 32gb version.
Lol I can't choose.
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So if it costs $50 a month more on Verizon, with a minimum of 24 months is $1200, or $400 more once for the GSM. Not too tough a decision, though the 32GB would be nice.

DontJoinTheDarkSide said:
well lets see the reason I'm debating about the two is this:
Verizon Nexus:
Pros: Service overall in Los Angeles is better. True LTE speeds. And 32gb built in versus the 16gb GSM version. Can get it for $100 on amazon.
Cons: stuck with Verizon and no chance of getting service outside of the US. Monthly bill would be $50 more expensive. And the whole android support issue about source?
GSM NEXUS:
Pros: can use on my $45 T-Mobile plan with 2gbs of data or switch to any GSM carrier I want. Development seems to not be stunted. Never had a problem with service.
CONS: $500 and no local hardware support in case of a problem. 16gb versus the 32gb version.
Lol I can't choose.
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I would say go with verizon, cause if anything does happen to the phone you'll be covered. The service is great waaaaay better than T-mobile, yea the bill will be a lil higher but you get what you pay for, dependable service. The thing about the support issue is irrelevant, the Nexus(GSM or CDMA) will still be waaaay ahead of any other phone and will continue to get updates rather is be OTA or here at XDA(the dev support on here don't seem like it will die down anytime soon, so you have nothing to worry about with this phone)

If I could go back 3-4 months (or whatever it was) I wouldn't buy a Gnex today. I'm a little disappointed in the lack of fixes from google. We've been officially on 4.0.2 for almost the whole time, while they seem to cater to carrier phones more (verizon gnex).
I see no point in getting a nexus if google puts their phone 2nd to carrier demands. verizon gnex gets fixes and more attention. At this point there are newer and better phones coming out, and the appeal of getting ICS first is over, especially when google doesn't release updates.

It's not like the GS3 won't see CM and a plethora of AOSP roms. How many non aosp roms do we have?
I'd wait for the gs3 at this stage of the game. They are talking about a simultaneous world wide release.
Verizon is about the same as sprint price wise. Assuming you aren't stupid enough to pay $20 for testing when you already pay for data. Use Google voice for texting and grove IP to stretch out your minutes. Add a corporate discount and it might be cheaper.
TMobile is a true value carrier but their service can get pretty ****ty.

It don't matter what phone you get.. You only going to be king of your neighborhood/office for only a couple of months.. Then the next big thing is coming.. Hell people already talking about a Galaxy Nexus 2. Thats the thing that sucks about android.. its never one good phone..
You can: Get a VZW Nexus on contract for 2 years and be stuck.. and then have to pay full retail for the next big thing. (Which already seem like the HTC One and GS3) BUT! No one knows if VZW is going to get the Galaxy Nexus 2. or any HTC One device or even a GS3.. And even when the GS3 come out you wont be able to get it on a carrier to probly 3 months after international release
Or you can: Get the GSM Nexus and always sell it in the next few weeks or month (Since the Galaxy Nexus resell value is about $450-$600 on ebay for a used one)
Plus you can get a Pre-paid carrier like Tmo as the other user said n have ****ty service... or just use ATT or rogers w/e you use and save yourself the upgrade fees and signing a new contract

YoungAceAtlanta said:
It don't matter what phone you get.. You only going to be king of your neighborhood/office for only a couple of months.. Then the next big thing is coming.. Hell people already talking about a Galaxy Nexus 2. Thats the thing that sucks about android.. its never one good phone..
You can: Get a VZW Nexus on contract for 2 years and be stuck.. and then have to pay full retail for the next big thing. (Which already seem like the HTC One and GS3) BUT! No one knows if VZW is going to get the Galaxy Nexus 2. or any HTC One device or even a GS3.. And even when the GS3 come out you wont be able to get it on a carrier to probly 3 months after international release
Or you can: Get the GSM Nexus and always sell it in the next few weeks or month (Since the Galaxy Nexus resell value is about $450-$600 on ebay for a used one)
Plus you can get a Pre-paid carrier like Tmo as the other user said n have ****ty service... or just use ATT or rogers w/e you use and save yourself the upgrade fees and signing a new contract
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correct buy gnexus already came out with a very outdated gpu. it's gonna feel like a dinosaur in a few months when the new generation of powervr come out.
I think OP should wait for a quad core phone with an updated gpu. it'll way more feature-proof than galaxy nexus.

The Galaxy Nexus will always be a great device to they release the next Nexus..because HTC sense will always suck.. (I don't believe those demos they showed ) and Touchwiz will always be late on updates from Samsung or lack support
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[Q] Secondhand T989 or a brand new Xperia P?

I've been planning to get my first android phone and I narrowed my options to these two (budget). I wonder if I should get a secondhand T989 (used less than 6 months) or a brand new Xperia P. All I need is a reliable phone that would last me around 3-4 years. I am aware that the Xperia P has no removable battery and that worries me. Any suggestions? Thank you.

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I've been planning to get my first android phone and I narrowed my options to these two (budget). I wonder if I should get a secondhand T989 (used less than 6 months) or a brand new Xperia P. All I need is a reliable phone that would last me around 3-4 years. I am aware that the Xperia P has no removable battery and that worries me. Any suggestions? Thank you.
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are u on a prepaid or contract? Galaxy S2 is on sale all the time. The lowest price is free, and highest is 100$ at walmart.
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Alarmmy said:
are u on a prepaid or contract? Galaxy S2 is on sale all the time. The lowest price is free, and highest is 100$ at walmart.
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I'm prepaid. As of now, i'm leaning towards the secondhand tmo s2 since I feel it would last a couple of more years. My only worry is future updates. If it will last to live. On another note I'm also considering an international S2. Which is better?

Go for an S2 even if we don't get official updates. As long as the it's compatiable ROM makers can make the updates for the phone

isdchua said:
I'm prepaid. As of now, i'm leaning towards the secondhand tmo s2 since I feel it would last a couple of more years. My only worry is future updates. If it will last to live. On another note I'm also considering an international S2. Which is better?
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International S2 has some pros and cons. Its screen is smaller than Tmo S2, and it doesnt have HSPA+ 42mbps, you still have 3G on Tmo but the speed might be slower than Tmo S2; im not really sure, but you can google to check international S2's baseband. The pros is it will have more support from Developers.
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Go for the Galaxy S2, even if it is international. If the battery dies you can just replace it. Other than that, 6 month usage shouldn't have damaged it too much. Just factory reset it, install a good ROM and you'll be fine (no need for official updates). And if you're worried about it not having HSPA+ 42mbps on the international model, when was the last time you honestly needed internet speed of 42mbps on a cellphone?

Thanks!
Thanks guys! I'll be choosing the international S2 (second hand as well).

Just bought the note2!

Well guys I just bought the note 2 (yesterday) from Amazon Wireless with Sprint, Sadly my device is backordered (along with the optimus g I bought my girlfriend) That sad tale being said, What am I missing out on? The lady on the phone said it would be around mid January before my device ships and I'm really bummed out.
My history with android is as follows: LG Ally was my first device, then the samsung epic 4g slider, then I bought the galaxy nexus gsm model, and sold it due to lack of gsm coverage in my area, and because of the arrival of the nexus 4. I also own a motorola xoom wifi. I decided to buy the note2 over the nexus4 because even though the n4 has the nature of nexus which gives it the bleeding edge software updates, there were hardware notes that I just couldn't deal with so I opted for the note2.
I'm excited to get to use this device and can't wait for it to arrive, Any tips on what I should do first with my device after it's setup, like apps and games and whatnot? I'm all ears and excited as a schoolgirl for this device!

Kcrick said:
Well guys I just bought the note 2 (yesterday) from Amazon Wireless with Sprint, Sadly my device is backordered (along with the optimus g I bought my girlfriend) That sad tale being said, What am I missing out on? The lady on the phone said it would be around mid January before my device ships and I'm really bummed out.
My history with android is as follows: LG Ally was my first device, then the samsung epic 4g slider, then I bought the galaxy nexus gsm model, and sold it due to lack of gsm coverage in my area, and because of the arrival of the nexus 4. I also own a motorola xoom wifi. I decided to buy the note2 over the nexus4 because even though the n4 has the nature of nexus which gives it the bleeding edge software updates, there were hardware notes that I just couldn't deal with so I opted for the note2.
I'm excited to get to use this device and can't wait for it to arrive, Any tips on what I should do first with my device after it's setup, like apps and games and whatnot? I'm all ears and excited as a schoolgirl for this device!
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cancel your amazon order and get them from sprint.com before the end of the weekend

skyjedi said:
cancel your amazon order and get them from sprint.com before the end of the weekend
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I'm wondering if they just switch the color to white if I would get it any faster? The reason I went through amazonwireless was because for both the note 2 and the optimus g it was only around 300$

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cancel your amazon order and get them from sprint.com before the end of the weekend
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Agreed

Kcrick said:
I'm wondering if they just switch the color to white if I would get it any faster? The reason I went through amazonwireless was because for both the note 2 and the optimus g it was only around 300$
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Not you got an IOU for $300, no phones

[Q] VerizonWireless LTE G Pad

Any thoughts on the VerizonWireless LTE version of the G Pad that became available today?
It's available through Sunday for $100 with a two year contract, after that for $150 with contract or for $300 without contract. From what I have read so far it sounds like all they did was add LTE to the LG version. I haven't seen anything about a VW skin, bloatware, crippled features, etc.
I have an unboxed LG 510 sitting at home that I got from BB pricematched to Newegg for $280. I have another week to return it. This VW LTE version for $100 seems like a pretty nice deal if it really is the same as the 510 I have from BB except for the addition of LTE.
What do you think? Would you return the LG 510 and get a VW LTE version? Would you have any concerns about getting such an early version of the LTE?
Thanks!

opti1 said:
Any thoughts on the VerizonWireless LTE version of the G Pad that became available today?
It's available through Sunday for $100 with a two year contract, after that for $150 with contract or for $300 without contract. From what I have read so far it sounds like all they did was add LTE to the LG version. I haven't seen anything about a VW skin, bloatware, crippled features, etc.
I have an unboxed LG 510 sitting at home that I got from BB pricematched to Newegg for $280. I have another week to return it. This VW LTE version for $100 seems like a pretty nice deal if it really is the same as the 510 I have from BB except for the addition of LTE.
What do you think? Would you return the LG 510 and get a VW LTE version? Would you have any concerns about getting such an early version of the LTE?
Thanks!
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If you want a Verizon LTE device, and you're ok with the contract terms, then I'd say go for it. You might want to see what the G Pad would go for on eBay.
This assumes you want/need LTE, of course. I hardly ever have a need to connect to 4G on my G Pad and when I do, I tether to my phone. Everybody's needs are different, though.

called my guy at tr store, put one aside for me for tommorow am purchase, sounds good for the 100 bucks, and 10.00 added to bill for data access, will report back in a day or so cant go wrong for this price,,lol,, see ya guys,,steve

Mine arrives tomorrow. Looking forward to it!

I got one today as a replacement for my "old" 2012 nexus 7, so far its a great device for the $($99+&50 for the bundle pkg), my only concern is that the LTE tends to lose connection occasionally even though my g2 is connected? Kinda weird but my WiFi is running anyway. Maybe an update on the way to correct this.

I'm buying one off contract at some point. I keep an LTE tab on my account because I can use the line for an upgrade for a phone....and yes there is a way to do it...shhh
This will be a hood replacement to my day 1 Xoom that I paid 700 for
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clock speed
I am debating on getting one of these. One concern I have is the different clock speed of the processor. The wifi version is listed as a 1.7 quad-core, while the LTE version is listed as a 1.5 quad-core. Did they do this to save battery? Thoughts on if you think it will make a big difference?
Thanks,

vzw lte gpad in my hands right now, setting this baby up, feels good and looks good,will report back later after some quality time with this lovely new toy,,steve

mongonexus said:
vzw lte gpad in my hands right now, setting this baby up, feels good and looks good,will report back later after some quality time with this lovely new toy,,steve
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Fedex says mine is on the truck for delivery. Come on... come on......

couple things on a positive note,, volume is pretty loud, asphalt 8 runs pretty damn smooth, and apex launcher works very well also, will report back after more playing,,any questions ask me and i,ll try to answer for you guys,,steve

can this be unlocked and rooted?????? if it is I am going to return my new nexus 7 and get this baby instead!

I had the 7 incher and I'm loving the size of this G Pad. Hopefully some wonderful devs can help us get root soon.
All verizon 4g lte devices are SIM unlocked.

tengtengvn said:
I had the 7 incher and I'm loving the size of this G Pad. Hopefully some wonderful devs can help us get root soon.
All verizon 4g lte devices are SIM unlocked.
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Yeah hope so! I love mine. Normally the hardware of android tabs doesn't feel quite feel this nice. I love the feel of the brushed metal. Very nice.

Being sim unlocked can I use w at&t

It was pretty much a no-brainer for me. Already had Verizon FIOS Triple Play and Verizon Wireless Smart Phone. Added the Quantum Internet for $10 a month and the G Pad w/ data for $10 a month. Then got a $20 a month discount for having Verizon Wireless and FIOS Quantum Triple Play so, overall, I broke even on the service and got some nice upgrades.
Oh, and the G Pad is a pretty nifty little device! And at $99 nobody could argue the value. Will replace my 2012 Nexus 7. Hopefully root isn't too far off!

I picked up one of these from my local Verizon store yesterday. I'm seeing roms and root instructions for the device, but the threads do not state the methods work specifically for the Verizon version. Are we waiting for things to be ported over, or can we go ahead and root, then install a more AOSP rom?
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I want to love this device, but it is really choppy in navigating around. I've disabled many stock apps to see if that helps, but I can't tell much difference. My score on benchmarking apps are actually lower than my year old note 2. Should I return this device, or will a custom rom help?
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i have the lte model and disabled a bunch of apps and put my apex launcher on and this baby flies, im not benchmarking and going for numbers just honest gaming surfing and etc and enjoying a solid quality device that i called a Gem 2 nights ago, turn off the 3 bs animations in developer ops

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i have the lte model and disabled a bunch of apps and put my apex launcher on and this baby flies, im not benchmarking and going for numbers just honest gaming surfing and etc and enjoying a solid quality device that i called a Gem 2 nights ago, turn off the 3 bs animations in developer ops
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I am using Nova launcher and I also disabled the animations. Maybe I should try Apex and see if it's better.
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Question:
Can I use my Verizon phone sim with the tablet?
I would like to switch them back and forth if that is possible.... and use google voice.