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Hi everybody
Currently on a Desire HD, development has dried up a lot and considering moving to the nexus line of phones next time. My contract finishes in mid November. Now my question is, will there be a new Nexus phone available by then? Is that the prediction based on the release dates of the previous phones?
And if the prediction is that there will not be a new model by then, would it be wise to go for a newer phone such as the HTC One X or Samsung Galaxy S3?
Thanks in advance for the help guys
Must likely one will be out, our out soon. But hey a galaxy nexus right now is only three hundred and fifty new
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Hopefully a new Nexus will be out then. I paid an extortionate price on my Desire HD contract just so I could get a cheaper deal on the second phone lol, was just thinking I dont want to go for a year old phone when I get a new 24 month contract.
Oh btw, does development for the nexus phones go on for longer than the other "regular" phones? DHD and Desire are pretty much finished, everythings a bit cluttered and broken because of hardware compatibility and that for ICS. Official kernels take forever to arrive. I imagine Nexus phones dont have that problem?
raze599 said:
Hi everybody
Currently on a Desire HD, development has dried up a lot and considering moving to the nexus line of phones next time. My contract finishes in mid November. Now my question is, will there be a new Nexus phone available by then? Is that the prediction based on the release dates of the previous phones?
And if the prediction is that there will not be a new model by then, would it be wise to go for a newer phone such as the HTC One X or Samsung Galaxy S3?
Thanks in advance for the help guys
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Is this a rhetorical question?
raze599 said:
Hi everybody
Currently on a Desire HD, development has dried up a lot and considering moving to the nexus line of phones next time. My contract finishes in mid November. Now my question is, will there be a new Nexus phone available by then? Is that the prediction based on the release dates of the previous phones?
And if the prediction is that there will not be a new model by then, would it be wise to go for a newer phone such as the HTC One X or Samsung Galaxy S3?
Thanks in advance for the help guys
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Most probably there will be a new Nexus phone at the end of the year, along with the rumored Nexus 10. But the new phone won't be $350 like the GNex is now
harveydent said:
Most probably there will be a new Nexus phone at the end of the year, along with the rumored Nexus 10. But the new phone won't be $350 like the GNex is now
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I am fine with the higher price just as long as it isnt extortionate. Something around what the GS3 is now I could live with.
Do Nexus phones have a longer development support time than other phones such as HTC's? Would there be a lot of development for several years to come or does it seriously slow down after the new Nexus model is released?
raze599 said:
I am fine with the higher price just as long as it isnt extortionate. Something around what the GS3 is now I could live with.
Do Nexus phones have a longer development support time than other phones such as HTC's? Would there be a lot of development for several years to come or does it seriously slow down after the new Nexus model is released?
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On a Nexus S now.... It's slowed down but not bad. It's definitely not dead.
I'd say you're usually SOL after a couple generations. Nexus One owners are probably in a very similar boat as you Desire owners currently
I dont know about a new nexus being out by Christmas but I'm pretty sure the next nexus will be announced at least. I'm thinking the next Nexus will be made by Motorola.
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I dont know about a new nexus being out by Christmas but I'm pretty sure the next nexus will be announced at least. I'm thinking the next Nexus will be made by Motorola.
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Google has only officially been able to work with Motorola for about a month. No way they have already worked on a phone design that will be ready by the end of the year. Plus, if they come out with a single Motorola phone as the next Nexus device, then Google will piss off all their partners. It would be the worst thing they could do and Google knows it.
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I dont know about a new nexus being out by Christmas but I'm pretty sure the next nexus will be announced at least. I'm thinking the next Nexus will be made by Motorola.
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I am praying and hoping next nexus is made by Motorola....I am sick and tired of Samsung poor quality...
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Wait until the nexus if you're going to be on contract. I got this phone like 10 days ago and its awesome.
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I am praying and hoping next nexus is made by Motorola....I am sick and tired of Samsung poor quality...
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Out of curiosity, what's your beef with Samsung's build quality? I've never owned a Motorola phone (not since the Startac anyway), so I can't speak to that. I do know that my Nexus seems better built than my HTC Evo 4G.
Remember next November the 5th its android's 5th anniversary and there's 5 nexus devices to be released on that date
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I wouldn't hold your breath on an new nexus phone by the end of this year. Nexus phones aren't really released by a time basis, meaning once a year, even though it seems like it. Nexus devices are released along side new software versions. So I highly doubt we will see a new Nexus phone running Jelly Bean. If we were it would have been released along side the Nexus 7. I think our best bet for a new Nexus Phone will be when Key Lime Pie is released. I honestly don't see that happening by the end of the year. Not when most Android devices aren't even on ICS yet. I think it will be about 9-12 months before we get key lime pie, and once we do we most likely will have the next generation nexus phone.
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I am praying and hoping next nexus is made by Motorola....I am sick and tired of Samsung poor quality...
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Maybe Google will start making them, they did make the Nexus Q and google is well known.
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I am praying and hoping next nexus is made by Motorola....I am sick and tired of Samsung poor quality...
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God I hope not. I have never been impressed with Motorola phones. IMHO Samsung as the best phones. Honestly I wouldn't mind if Google released AOSP phones on different device manufactures at the same time. But, I guess this is already rumored.
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nonione said:
Remember next November the 5th its android's 5th anniversary and there's 5 nexus devices to be released on that date
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Has this been confirmed? I thought it was only a rumor. Also some articles I read put the Nexus 7 and Nexus Q among those five devices.
Nexus development lifespans far exceed regular OEM devices. Remember they get the software first no strings attached. So everything in this years development cycle ICS will be the same for next year JB etc. And it'll go on as long as the hardware is compatible. My friends running a Nexus S w/ JB. And when the GNex dropped he swore it (Nexus S) ran ICS better than the GNex. Seems like you already know this but just want confirmation. So here it is. As long as your Nexus' hardware stays relevant, you'll be in on the latest software development
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I wouldn't hold your breath on an new nexus phone by the end of this year. Nexus phones aren't really released by a time basis, meaning once a year, even though it seems like it. Nexus devices are released along side new software versions. So I highly doubt we will see a new Nexus phone running Jelly Bean. If we were it would have been released along side the Nexus 7. I think our best bet for a new Nexus Phone will be when Key Lime Pie is released. I honestly don't see that happening by the end of the year. Not when most Android devices aren't even on ICS yet. I think it will be about 9-12 months before we get key lime pie, and once we do we most likely will have the next generation nexus phone.
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Hmm you have a point. Judging from the wiki on Android version history though it does seem like there is a major (not incremental) software upgrade every 8-12 months, with the exception being 2.0 to 4.0 (for phone users, skipping 3.0 Honeycomb) which was about 15 months. So keeping to that timeline, I would think it is possible they release the new version of Android either at the end of this year or early next year because I dont think Android 5.0 will be as big a step up from ICS as ICS was from GB because most of the fundamental work I would say is done with the main ICS and the Jelly Bean incremental, its just a matter of adding a few features here and there and cleaning it up slightly.
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Hmm you have a point. Judging from the wiki on Android version history though it does seem like there is a major (not incremental) software upgrade every 8-12 months, with the exception being 2.0 to 4.0 (for phone users, skipping 3.0 Honeycomb) which was about 15 months. So keeping to that timeline, I would think it is possible they release the new version of Android either at the end of this year or early next year because I dont think Android 5.0 will be as big a step up from ICS as ICS was from GB because most of the fundamental work I would say is done with the main ICS and the Jelly Bean incremental, its just a matter of adding a few features here and there and cleaning it up slightly.
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Who is to say that KLP won't be Android 4.2?
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Who is to say that KLP won't be Android 4.2?
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Thats true, but I was judging from the wiki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_version_history) the times between major versions of Android.
Hi Everyone!
Currently, I have the Nexus 7 which I LOVE and it is my first Android device too. I am thinking of getting a Android phone now (from iPhone 4S) and I am really interested in the unlocked Galaxy Nexus from GPlay since it is so cheap and I think a GREAT deal for the 'top of the line' phone since it is a Nexus. My question to you is, why would I need a Android phone if I have a Android tablet? I had an iPad before my N7 and got bored of it because my phone was also iOS and very similar. So I am worried the same will happen with my N7 and Android phone...
Also, if I do decide to get an Android phone (with the help/suggestions from you guys as to why to get it), I will defintetly get a Nexus phone. I know the current GNexus on the Play store cam out 'unlocked' 5mths after release. So if the Nexus '2' comes our November, it will be out in the Play store around April/May which is a long time from now. Will it be worth the wait or should I just get the current Nexus? Also, do you think the price of the current GNexus on Play will drop *even though it is already pretty low* when the Nexus '2' comes out?
Thanks and I am looking forward to your input!
Michael
greenglue said:
Hi Everyone!
Currently, I have the Nexus 7 which I LOVE and it is my first Android device too. I am thinking of getting a Android phone now (from iPhone 4S) and I am really interested in the unlocked Galaxy Nexus from GPlay since it is so cheap and I think a GREAT deal for the 'top of the line' phone since it is a Nexus. My question to you is, why would I need a Android phone if I have a Android tablet? I had an iPad before my N7 and got bored of it because my phone was also iOS and very similar. So I am worried the same will happen with my N7 and Android phone...
Also, if I do decide to get an Android phone (with the help/suggestions from you guys as to why to get it), I will defintetly get a Nexus phone. I know the current GNexus on the Play store cam out 'unlocked' 5mths after release. So if the Nexus '2' comes our November, it will be out in the Play store around April/May which is a long time from now. Will it be worth the wait or should I just get the current Nexus? Also, do you think the price of the current GNexus on Play will drop *even though it is already pretty low* when the Nexus '2' comes out?
Thanks and I am looking forward to your input!
Michael
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You already have a nexus tablet. Trade the 4s for the 5 when it comes out.
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Jubomime said:
You already have a nexus tablet. Trade the 4s for the 5 when it comes out.
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ē_ê god no.
Get the next nexus bro. Do you want a phone or a status symbol.
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I'd say its difficult to get bored of Android, because you have it on both devices.
You could always just "spruce" it up a bit. Change launchers, theme said launchers, install a ROM that supports themes, etc...
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Personally I would wait for the next Nexus phone. The 4S is a good phone so it should hold you off until the next Nexus release (unless you can't resist buying the iPhone 5 lol). Getting a Galaxy Nexus right now is a good bargain but unless you really need to save the money you might as well wait for the latest one which will be future proof for another year.
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Thanks everyone for the replies! It looks like I am going to wait for the next Nexus phone then get it from GPlay a couple months later.
Michael
Lesicnik1 said:
I'd say its difficult to get bored of Android, because you have it on both devices.
You could always just "spruce" it up a bit. Change launchers, theme said launchers, install a ROM that supports themes, etc...
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That is very true since it is much more open than iOS.
greenglue said:
I know the current GNexus on the Play store cam out 'unlocked' 5mths after release. So if the Nexus '2' comes our November, it will be out in the Play store around April/May which is a long time from now.
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On the other hand, the Nexus 7 was on the Play Store within negative two weeks after release.
April/May was the first deployment of the devices store; now that it's been set up there's no reason the new Nexus wouldn't be available right away.
greenglue said:
My question to you is, why would I need a Android phone if I have a Android tablet? I had an iPad before my N7 and got bored of it because my phone was also iOS and very similar.
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Well, truth be told I've been neglecting my phone ever since the tablet came out. Bigger screen is just more addictive for doing all the things I do. Only time I've really been using my phone is during transit and to tether the tablet
I think this would be true regardless of which phone I had though (short of an app that was only available on my phone). I wouldn't say I was "bored" of it, just that the occasion hasn't really come up. My phone looks nothing like the tablet (it's running Salad Bar with Launcher 7, which doesn't scale very well to tablets).
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Also, do you think the price of the current GNexus on Play will drop *even though it is already pretty low* when the Nexus '2' comes out?
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It makes sense; I would guess so. There's no evidence whatsoever though.
Finally, as to whether you should wait for the next Nexus, definitely. Your iPhone's not going anywhere until then, and you'll be treated to either a more powerful phone or a likely discount of the previous phone.
OK here is what I'm planning on doing when I buy my N7.
I'm gonna put MIUI or Paranoid Android on my GNex so I don't get bored.
This will give me two completely different OS experience.
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Get yourself a GS3. Bootloader is unlocked and it's like having a Nexus device with 3x battery life. I'm sure the next Nexus phone (nexus 8?) will be as good but it may not be out until Android 5.0 (12 months?). GS3 is a beast, I have both GN and GS3.
Cant find anything on it. Im looking for a used Nexus to replace my crappy LG 3D (probably the last lg I ever buy) but the phone is almost a year old and I dont see why they wouldn't release a new one sometime before christmas and to help kick the dirty apple in the butt.
Pepper67 said:
Cant find anything on it. Im looking for a used Nexus to replace my crappy LG 3D (probably the last lg I ever buy) but the phone is almost a year old and I dont see why they wouldn't release a new one sometime before christmas and to help kick the dirty apple in the butt.
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no there's no date on the next nexus phone.
Trust me, when there is anything about another Nexus phone, you wont be able to miss it.
IMHO a date for a Nexus depends on the android update cycle rather than the market.
Blazing on my Nexus Prime
I can't wait to see the Nexus II
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I can't wait to see the Nexus II
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Hmm...quite the Nexus connoisseur now, aren't we?
The galaxy nexus came out in December. Relax bro.
SocialReject said:
The galaxy nexus came out in December. Relax bro.
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November, but yeah, late in the year.
martonikaj said:
November, but yeah, late in the year.
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My mistake. Thinking about the Verizon variant.
Zepius said:
no there's no date on the next nexus phone.
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i laugh up everytime i read your signature.
15israellai said:
IMHO a date for a Nexus depends on the android update cycle rather than the market.
Blazing on my Nexus Prime
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Agreed. I don't think we are going to see the next Nexus until 2013.
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IMHO a date for a Nexus depends on the android update cycle rather than the market.
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That wasn't the case for the Nexus 7. They pushed out the minor "Jelly Bean" update just for the release of the Nexus 7. Normally, they would of waited another 6 months for Jelly Bean. Android's release schedule certainly factors in, but it's not the only factor. Clearly there will be a new phone by the end of the year or early next year regardless of the next major Android release.
Pepper67 said:
Cant find anything on it. Im looking for a used Nexus to replace my crappy LG 3D (probably the last lg I ever buy) but the phone is almost a year old and I dont see why they wouldn't release a new one sometime before christmas and to help kick the dirty apple in the butt.
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And if I was you I would just pick up a used Nexus now. It is such an awesome phone that you will be happy with for a long time. Then whenever the new Nexus does come out you can decide if you want to wait 6 months or so for the price to drop on it or sell your used Nexus and go out and buy the new one right away. But I am predicting the new Nexus is not going to be that much better than the current gen Nexus so it would probably be wise to just wait until the price on the new one drops.
October, November or December you will see a new Nexus or Nexus's with the next version of Android (4.2 or 5)
I read once that Google will come up with several Nexus devices at once. (Maybe produced by Motorola Mobility which is a part of Google)
But as you know, Google would tell you, if there a new phone in the near future. Referring to the commercial that came up before the GN presentation... "somethin big is coming".
So with the recent announcement of Ubuntu on phones and my increased interest in android development I want to get a Galaxy Nexus. I found a few on ebay and such, but I wanted to get input from the GNex community on a few things. How much is reasonable to pay for a new or lightly used GNex? Also how much longer will the GNex be a current device with an active community since the Nexus 4 is now out?
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Amazon has it for $339 today with prime shipping. Still a great phone.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006IF23YM
GingerSmurf said:
So with the recent announcement of Ubuntu on phones and my increased interest in android development I want to get a Galaxy Nexus. I found a few on ebay and such, but I wanted to get input from the GNex community on a few things. How much is reasonable to pay for a new or lightly used GNex? Also how much longer will the GNex be a current device with an active community since the Nexus 4 is now out?
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Craigslist for $250
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I am developer too and I got my Gnex 2 months ago, because that phone is heaven for developers. I used to struggle with Galaxy S and few xperias, even One X. But still, Gnex is still king of androids. S3 is my secondary phone, but I prefer Gnex much more, its my prime phone. You can keep with Gnex for another year for sure, except you really want max fps for future games. Otherwise, the phone is great
Cool, thanks for the input. I currently own a HTC Rezound and Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1, both of which I have rooted and played with custom ROM's. Lately though I have wanted to do my own developing and from what I understand Nexus devices are some of the best for that. An extra bonus is that Ubuntu will be coming soon!
cschmitt said:
Amazon has it for $339 today with prime shipping. Still a great phone.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006IF23YM
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Will this model work with Verizon? I was looking for the SCH-i515 or SCH-i516 which are the Verison 4G models.
GT-I9250: Unlocked version sold on Play Store
SCH-I515 or SCH-I516: Verizon 4G version
I'm new to Nexus devices: Does the Verizon version get automatic updates by Google or is that only the Play Store version. Will my 4G Verizon SIM work in the unlocked version (everything but 4G)?
GingerSmurf said:
Will this model work with Verizon? I was looking for the SCH-i515 or SCH-i516 which are the Verison 4G models.
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No. You need a Toro GNex.
Hey Ginger,
The Nexus is an awesome phone, and I to am excited for the Ubuntu phone developments. It will be while before I give up my Android, however, :laugh:
Anyways in regards to your question, I found this for you:
slickdeals.net/f/5748592-Factory-Recertified-Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-SCH-I515-Verizon-4G-LTE-220-00
I have seen daily steals around, but I have never used it before. I would research some reviews of the site. However, slickdeals is one of the most credible deal websites out there. I would browse there every now and then.
Hope this helps or at least gets you some more information!
Thank you guys again. I will be sure to look at that sight on occasion.
You could also look on Swappa for deals on android phones. It seems like they have some pretty decent deals.
Whats your opinion on new versus manufacture refurbished devices?
Keep in mind that the chances for Toro to get a running build of Ubuntu is very slim, the radio is very different and it may take a while for developers to get it working weigh all the features
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On craigslist Verizon go for $150-200, GSM for $200-250. Can even buy a brand new one for those prices
Just an update,
eBay has it available for 189 now.
slickdeals.net/f/5796776-Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-SCH-i515-Verizon-32GB-189-95-refurbished-via-eBay
Good luck!
GingerSmurf said:
Cool, thanks for the input. I currently own a HTC Rezound and Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1, both of which I have rooted and played with custom ROM's. Lately though I have wanted to do my own developing and from what I understand Nexus devices are some of the best for that. An extra bonus is that Ubuntu will be coming soon!
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Same phone i had until tuesday. Bought a 32gb model off my friend for 125 bucks when he got his DNA. It's a sideways move aside from the roms are much better (no funky bluetooth if you run rom x, no volume issues with rom y) and the signal seems a little weaker on it, i used to get 4g in my basement, now i dont. But im very happy with it, since i can do whatever i want on it.
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Keep in mind that the chances for Toro to get a running build of Ubuntu is very slim, the radio is very different and it may take a while for developers to get it working weigh all the features
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The android ril is open source for toro. Also any assumption toro will be easy or hard needs to wait until we see source code as Ubuntu may use androids ril or their own. The ril is just the layer between the os and radio firmware. I'd think a ril port to ubuntu shouldn't be too difficult.
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The android ril is open source for toro. Also any assumption toro will be easy or hard needs to wait until we see source code as Ubuntu may use androids ril or their own. The ril is just the layer between the os and radio firmware. I'd think a ril port to ubuntu shouldn't be too difficult.
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My Thunderbolt is dying on Verizon and I need a new 4G phone as well but need to keep my plan.
http://lastcall.dailysteals.com/heist/5705/Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-32GB 32GB Verizon Nex for $220, refurb'd.
In Cyprus it's €325
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I will be keeping my GNexus until 5G comes out, lol. I had the Original OG for 3 years. Development is amazing on this phone!
kolyan said:
On craigslist Verizon go for $150-200, GSM for $200-250. Can even buy a brand new one for those prices
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Checked my local Craigslist (SF Bay Area):
Sprint: $160 - 200
Verizon: $190 - 250
GSM: $200 - 370
Also noticed several postings with the deliberately misleading name "Samsung Galaxy Nexus S" (doesn't exist, but they're trying to sell you a Nexus S, not GNex), and some sketchy ones that are probably stolen phones. Be careful with those (a phone reported stolen to Sprint or Verizon will have its ESN blacklisted and service unusable).
The GSM high end looks expensive, but since it's no longer available on Play Store (was $350 new), buying a new one costs ~$400 from third party now (Amazon, Expansys).
There was also a deal on Verizon GNex off-contract for $230 few months ago, but that's gone as well. Knowing this, you might be able to bargain with CL sellers though.
Is that possible this date!??? I always have seen nexus 7 2013 at late 2013 (2013.10)...
Yeah there was something on here about that. Search around. It was something about twrp not working I think.
Looks like they made a new batch. Or they "fixed" a bunch of returned ones and shiped them as new.
They are probably refurbs at this point. The N7 was formally discontinued last year.
Just as a heads up, a few of us that have bought new devices recently have been running into issues with rooting. Check out this thread for more information:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nex...qa/mount-recovery-t3064562/page9#post61460901