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Where to buy GSM Version from in USA?

I'm looking to purchase the Galaxy Nexus GSM, and I am located in the USA. A few different places have it for ~$450, and I am trying to find the best place to purchase it from.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-I9250...F01A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335213120&sr=8-1
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875176322
For anyone else that purchased it in the USA, what do you recommend? I have read of issues with fake ESNs, and I thought I read that there were different versions of the actual device (Japanese version, etc). Any major things to watch out for? Where did you purchase from, and did you have any issues?
Update - Responses from Amazon Sellers:
Global Mobiles:
the Samsung I9250 Nexus comes with a return policy of 30 days and 2 years manufacturers warranty in Europe. You can claim the warranty by yourself at Samsung Europe or ship the phone in case of a warranty to our office in Germany, where our technicians will handle the claim for you and send the phone back in the US after the repair.
And its EU stock. The warranty is valid in all EU countries, not limited to one.
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abe-123:
This is not the Japanese version. Warranty is available, you can return to Samsung directly to get warranty service.
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Got mine from Amazon with next day shipping. I have prime so it was only 4 bucks for next day.
I'd say Amazon is safe as long as you get the one fulfilled by amazon. If anything goes wrong with the phone when you first get it you'll atleast have amazons great customer support and be able to return it.
My first gnex was from daily steals and the phone had a defect within first 24 hours. It took nearly a month to resort things and get my money back although they refunded my money in its entirety I'm pretty positive amazon would've been a lot easier.
Other places with positive reviews are negri and expansys. People say these places offer some sort of warranty which you'd normally wouldn't get with a gray market phone. They essentially act as a middleman for you and samsung. You send the phone to them and they send the phone to country of origin (typically samsung UK) for warranty repair. A bit longer of a fix but pretty good for ease of mind.
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I got mine from Expansys-USA... last I saw a couple days ago it was $469. It's official yakju build as well. Worked out especially well for me as it shipped from the same state (Illinois) so I got it in like 48 hours from ordering.

pwiiiiiiiiiich said:
I got mine from Expansys-USA... last I saw a couple days ago it was $469. It's official yakju build as well. Worked out especially well for me as it shipped from the same state (Illinois) so I got it in like 48 hours from ordering.
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How do I tell which version my phone is after I get it, and what is the difference between the different versions?

Amazon for sure.. Next day shipping.. got it in the morning.. had to pay $26 for it tho -_-

Got mine from Negri Electronics. Been great.

xur17 said:
How do I tell which version my phone is after I get it, and what is the difference between the different versions?
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go to the Play Store and download GN Official update checker
The only difference is "One" is updated directly from Google while the other is updated by samsung.. correct me if im wrong

YoungAceAtlanta said:
go to the Play Store and download GN Official update checker
The only difference is "One" is updated directly from Google while the other is updated by samsung.. correct me if im wrong
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But isn't there a way to change the build of the device anyways? So the only difference is software based, not hardware based? I know the Nexus S had a LCD version, and an AMOLED version - I don't need to worry about that here, do I?
I sent a message to a few Amazon sellers, asking them what the warranty situation is, and what version theirs are (what country they import from). I'll try to report back when I hear back from them.

xur17 said:
But isn't there a way to change the build of the device anyways? So the only difference is software based, not hardware based? I know the Nexus S had a LCD version, and an AMOLED version - I don't need to worry about that here, do I?
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Yes the only difference is software, and you can change any i9250 or SC-04D to "yakju" and get Google OTA updates. It takes all of about 15min to do.
I sent a message to a few Amazon sellers, asking them what the warranty situation is, and what version theirs are (what country they import from). I'll try to report back when I hear back from them.
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I wouldn't expect much as far as warranties go with an Amazon seller. If you want a warranty I'd go with a reputable non-Amazon seller like Expansys or Negri (and even then its shady at best and you're trusting that they can take your phone and forward it to Samsung Europe). You're going to spend a bit more for it though so I'm not sure if its worth it for you.

I got the $450 Newegg phone. It turned out to be a Docomo SC-04D, made in Korea, 12/2011. I have had zero problems with it. I immediately flashed yajku IMM76D and went on my way. No problems with the IMEI, it matches the one printed on the box. If the NTT battery cover bugs you, there are stock battery doors available from any number of sources.

Expansys dropped the price down to $469.99. Good deal, especially with all the warranty and repair service they assist with.

Just bought one of Amazon for 452 seller was blue tek, I'll let you know how it goes should be here Wednesday
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BrianDigital said:
Just bought one of Amazon for 452 seller was blue tek, I'll let you know how it goes should be here Wednesday
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That would be greatly appreciated - I'm kind of stalling at this point as I have a busy week of school to get through, and don't need a new toy to play with. I'm leaning towards Amazon as I have a bunch of gift cards that I need to spend.

martonikaj said:
Yes the only difference is software, and you can change any i9250 or SC-04D to "yakju" and get Google OTA updates. It takes all of about 15min to do.
I wouldn't expect much as far as warranties go with an Amazon seller. If you want a warranty I'd go with a reputable non-Amazon seller like Expansys or Negri (and even then its shady at best and you're trusting that they can take your phone and forward it to Samsung Europe). You're going to spend a bit more for it though so I'm not sure if its worth it for you.
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Correct no warranty but an order fulfilled by amazon should give you a window of being able to return a defective phone. In my case I believe it was 7 days.
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lazaro17 said:
Correct no warranty but an order fulfilled by amazon should give you a window of being able to return a defective phone. In my case I believe it was 7 days.
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You have a lot of faith in your phone. My Nexus S screen went bad 6 months into owning it. If it wasn't for the warranty it would have been an expensive repair.
Also keep in mind that with a voided warranty (buying anywhere but Nergri or Expansys) Samsung will not fix your phone even if you pay them, because it is grey market. A few unfortunate people on XDA learned that the hard way.
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lazaro17 said:
Got mine from Amazon with next day shipping. I have prime so it was only 4 bucks for next day.
I'd say Amazon is safe as long as you get the one fulfilled by amazon. If anything goes wrong with the phone when you first get it you'll atleast have amazons great customer support and be able to return it.
My first gnex was from daily steals and the phone had a defect within first 24 hours. It took nearly a month to resort things and get my money back although they refunded my money in its entirety I'm pretty positive amazon would've been a lot easier.
Other places with positive reviews are negri and expansys. People say these places offer some sort of warranty which you'd normally wouldn't get with a gray market phone. They essentially act as a middleman for you and samsung. You send the phone to them and they send the phone to country of origin (typically samsung UK) for warranty repair. A bit longer of a fix but pretty good for ease of mind.
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Which problem did you face?
I got mine on Thursday from amazon for 430 $ but I didn't realize it was from saxx mobile, now I'm super scared its a refurbished phone, 20 $ didnt sound like a huge difference so i didnt suspect at the time, I should have been smarter and should have not trusted that too good to be true price phone hasn't arrived yet
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Haha. Not too much faith but enough faith. My first phone I acquired through Craigslist but had a small scratch on screen and banding that was driving my ocd insane. My second through daily steals samsung did actually offer warranty fix but I had to ship to country of origin which was in Poland. Luckily I had people I knew in Poland who id be able to ship to. But alas daily steals offered me a full refund since it was prior to 30 days. I figured after two faulty phones I was due for an alright one.
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Chad_Petree said:
Which problem did you face?
I got mine on Thursday from amazon for 430 $ but I didn't realize it was from saxx mobile, now I'm super scared its a refurbished phone, I should have been smarter and should have not trusted that too good to be true price phone hasn't arrived yet
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You should be covered by the Amazon A-to-Z guarantee if it is refurbished or anything. If you have any problems, I recommend talking to Amazon customer service. They tend to be pretty good about stuff like this.
Would the warranty start working in the US if Samsung starts selling the gsm Galaxy Nexus here, or do they somehow know that it was imported and not allow people to send it in for warranty repairs?

lazaro17 said:
Haha. Not too much faith but enough faith. My first phone I acquired through Craigslist but had a small scratch on screen and banding that was driving my ocd insane. My second through daily steals samsung did actually offer warranty fix but I had to ship to country of origin which was in Poland. Luckily I had people I knew in Poland who id be able to ship to. But alas daily steals offered me a full refund since it was prior to 30 days. I figured after two faulty phones I was due for an alright one.
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Did you have to give the phone back? The phone will be shipped to my country so its almost impossible for me to return it
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I would get it from the Amazon link and make sure the one you buy is the one that is fulfilled by Amazon.
I purchased one from ebay and ended up getting the NTT Docomo version with a horrible screen with all kinds of banding.
I then purchased one from Amazon (same link) and got a regular (UK?) version, with a much better screen.
I will be returning the ebay one.
Both arrived with the Samsung seals broken (probably because they had to be unlocked)? But they were pretty much brand new in condition.
Good luck!

Nexus 7 (2013) availability in UK

My old first gen Nexus 7 has the dodgyist usb socket ever. So I'd like to replace it with a Nexus 7 (2013 model) because it has QI charging. Has anyone had any luck lately buying a new UK or EU model Nexus 7 32gb in the UK? Or does anyone know of any legit online shops selling them? And yes I know this is a long shot & yes I have used google.

BT shop. Looks like it's the last one.
http://www.shop.bt.com/products/asus-new-nexus-7--2013--32gb-2gb-wifi-android-4-3-8XCD.html

In the last 3 months I've bought 3 from Cash Converters and 1 from Computer Exchange.
All of them have been around £100 and in practically mint condition. All four are going strong with no issues. If you want that piece of mind, buy from Computer Exchange as they give you a 1 year warranty. :angel:
I cant see any reason in buying this tablet for £238 new on the BT website. If it was 2013, £238 wouldn't be a bad deal. 2015 on the other hand, hell no.

I got mine from Asda in the black friday sales, they still have them in the two big Asda stores near me. The sale price was £140 but they usually sell them for £200

BanziBaby said:
I got mine from Asda in the black friday sales, they still have them in the two big Asda stores near me. The sale price was £140 but they usually sell them for £200
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Thats not such a bad price brand new. (Especially if its the 32gb version )

Just got a refurbed 32gb wifi version from Dabs.com for £120 in perfect condition (small marks on the box but that was it.) arrived pretty fast too. they also sell new for £200+

Not bad. How long is your warranty

Masteryates said:
Thats not such a bad price brand new. (Especially if its the 32gb version )
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Sadly it was only the 16gb model they had.

Pretty sure argos still have them, that's where I got mine from last year, I don't really recommend buying from there if your the kind of person who breaks stuff a lot tho, since you can't take it back unless it's faulty

where can I buy a new one these days?

I really love this particular model. My main one is on the fritz.
Where can I buy a new or refurbished one at a decent price these days?

Worth trying eBay? I don't know about elsewhere, but in the UK Argos regularly has refurbs on there for about half the price of new ones.

ev1lchris said:
I really love this particular model. My main one is on the fritz.
Where can I buy a new or refurbished one at a decent price these days?
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I would recommend Swappa. I've bought &sold a ton of devices from there and I love it. I was actually looking on there this morning for a Nexus 7 also. All my Nexus devices have come from Swappa. Give it a try!

stay-down said:
I would recommend Swappa. I've bought &sold a ton of devices from there and I love it. I was actually looking on there this morning for a Nexus 7 also. All my Nexus devices have come from Swappa. Give it a try!
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Cool site. But for the prices of a used N7 2013 I could get a refurbished Asus Zenpad S 8.
I remember a couple years back I got my N7 32 GB refurbished for around $140.

Good deal?

I have found an almost new Moto Z Play on eBay for £238, is this still a good buy? I have a Nexus 6P and the battery is beyond bad, I wand decent performance, screen and headphone audio, plus amazing battery life. I can't find it brand new anywhere in the UK (apart from for £338 on Amazon). So would I be stupid to buy it for £238 from eBay? I've heard that the performance is deceptively good for a mid-ranger!
Thanks.

gman88667733 said:
I have found an almost new Moto Z Play on eBay for £238, is this still a good buy? I have a Nexus 6P and the battery is beyond bad, I wand decent performance, screen and headphone audio, plus amazing battery life. I can't find it brand new anywhere in the UK (apart from for £338 on Amazon). So would I be stupid to buy it for £238 from eBay? I've heard that the performance is deceptively good for a mid-ranger!
Thanks.
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I'd say its still a good buy as a phone yes. Try looking on swappa too and see if you can get a lower price

I was in John Lewis MK and they were selling it for £260 sealed last month.

I've had a look online and no retailers have it now I think last month was pretty much the last month it was sold.
Just checked, they sell almost every moto phone but the Z play!
Let me know if you see one anywhere?

I bought mine from here and it was boxed not sealed but in excellent condition dual sim version.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/the-online-savings/m.html?ssPageName=&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2654

sam00561 said:
I bought mine from here and it was boxed not sealed but in excellent condition dual sim version.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/the-online-savings/m.html?ssPageName=&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2654
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I am so glad you sent that, that is the one I saw for £238. So you can vouch for them being legit? They describe it was 'like new'.
How were they to deal with?
They only have 1 left, so if you say they were fine to deal with, I'll buy it straight away!

Bro seriously buy it. Iff it is anything like the condition mine was in its a bargain mine is like brand new all youll need is a Uk shaving adapter. The company is legit.

sam00561 said:
Bro seriously buy it. Iff it is anything like the condition mine was in its a bargain mine is like brand new all youll need is a Uk shaving adapter. The company is legit.
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And it works with all the UK network bands and stuff?

Yes it a european model only the chinese ones have issues with EE and 02. I am on 3 and everything fine i get Lte but because i rooted and installed a custom rom i cant get Volte to work.

sam00561 said:
Yes it a european model only the chinese ones have issues with EE and 02. I am on 3 and everything fine i get Lte but because i rooted and installed a custom rom i cant get Volte to work.
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I'm on 3 too. Thanks for your help, I'll order it now!

good luck mate let me know how you get on. I really like motorola phones because of the long battery life and amount of development they get. I previously had a lenovo p2 which is sold because of the lack of development.

Ordered. Should arrive early next week!
Should be a good replacement for my dying Nexus 6P

does any website still selling Mate 20 X - 8/256G 4G version... ??

does any website still selling Mate 20 X - 8/256G 4G version... ??
please let me know the link...

Networks here in the UK only have the 5G model in stock.
The 4G can be found on eBay but most are pre-owned. The few brand new ones are very expensive, they cost more than the 5G model. I spent a long time looking for a reasonably priced new 4G but couldn't find one.
I've just received my 5G yesterday and I'm really pleased with it so far.

128 gb:https://m.geekbuying.com/item/HUAWE...GB-128GB-Smartphone-Midnight-Blue-410527.html

rubiicon59 said:
Networks here in the UK only have the 5G model in stock.
The 4G can be found on eBay but most are pre-owned. The few brand new ones are very expensive, they cost more than the 5G model. I spent a long time looking for a reasonably priced new 4G but couldn't find one.
I've just received my 5G yesterday and I'm really pleased with it so far.
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thank you, maybe 5G version is the last hope... if 4G isn't available anymore.. I am not satisfied with Aliexpress... could see lots of complaints and the Vendor is not responding to messages.
let me dig eBay for some time if the vendor responds... I will try to salvage any new item left out there...

piskr said:
128 gb:https://m.geekbuying.com/item/HUAWE...GB-128GB-Smartphone-Midnight-Blue-410527.html
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Thanks, need 8gig/256gb version...

@SivasankarC
You're welcome, I hope you have success getting a good deal on the model you settle on. What country are you in?
Mine is the 8 / 256GB 5G version, that's the only model the UK networks have now, the 4G is a much earlier release.
I did a lot of researching over the last few weeks trying to get the 4G, but of the few brand new ones I saw the cash price was way too high.
There's no way I'd invest a big chunk of my cash in a phone from outside the UK, if there were any subsequent faults I'd imagine I'd be pretty much screwed regarding the vendor sorting it out. So I never bothered looking at Aliexpress or international sellers on eBay. You saying the vendor isn't replying to your messages is a typical scenario I'd rather not be in.
Initially I preferred the 4G above the 5G, mostly because of the larger battery, but I believe the smaller 4200mAh should still see me through a typical day's use.
And whatever model you get I'm sure you will be impressed with the big screen, it really is awesome!

I'm in exactly same situation. Really want the 4g version but can't find it anywhere. Except eBay used items. I should have bought it on Amazon when I had the chance 6 months ago....ahhh.

the only what i found Available Soon
https://www.cect-shop.com/de/huawei-mate-20-x.html?v=5979

Try wonda mobile, its a decent price 454£ for the Chinese version https://www.wondamobile.com/mobile/huawei/huawei-mate-20x-cn-128gb-sim-free-unlocked.html

voyager_s said:
I'm in exactly same situation. Really want the 4g version but can't find it anywhere. Except eBay used items. I should have bought it on Amazon when I had the chance 6 months ago....ahhh.
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Whats wrong with used?

Thanks for the feedback guys. I am not very keen on used. Simply because I would rather a new device with 100 percent battery health. I plan on using this one long term. At least 2 years.
I have bitten the bullet and ordered one from a third party Amazon seller. Looks new. Got it for £499. Looks like it was the last one too as no more available now. Should be with me in few days. Can't wait!

Huawei discontinued the 4G model long time ago around time the 5G model released.
I really love this 4G model and want to get another one as backup.

If huawei released the 4g model in 2018 then a 5g model in 2019 hopefully theyll release an updated version for 2021, fingers crossed. Its possible that the black shark 3 pro is enuf to attract the attention of huawei to compel it to make a 2021 model as an answer to that competition with same screen proportions as its previous models. Again fingers crossed.

Just got my brand new 4g model today. Factory sealed. Very impressed so far. Typing this on my new 20x! It is a monster. Two handed phone for sure. Gonna be putting it through its paces next few days.

voyager_s said:
Just got my brand new 4g model today. Factory sealed. Very impressed so far. Typing this on my new 20x! It is a monster. Two handed phone for sure. Gonna be putting it through its paces next few days.
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Where did you get it?

Pacman1969 said:
Where did you get it?
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Amazon. Third party seller. Sold out now. They only had 4 left. I bought one of them.

voyager_s said:
Amazon. Third party seller. Sold out now. They only had 4 left. I bought one of them.
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Price?

Jojokoo said:
Price?
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£499... That's GBP

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£499... That's GBP
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Damn! I paid only $300 for mine.

And I'm sure that's cheered him up no end :laugh: