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Hi all,
the nexus 7 is my first nexus device (although I am drooling at the nexus 4 ),
but I was just wondering if anyone else, who has owned a different nexus device, could tell me how long you normally have to wait for the next version of android?.
Thanks in advance
Cheers
corey
Some of the features will be available on the Nexus 7, some won't and you'll need to get a whole new device costing a small fortune to get the full update. It might break things along the way without giving you a way back.
....but then I remember it's Android and not Apple!
littld said:
Some of the features will be available on the Nexus 7, some won't and you'll need to get a whole new device costing a small fortune to get the full update. It might break things along the way without giving you a way back.
....but then I remember it's Android and not Apple!
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..... I'm not entirely sure what you're trying to say here.
Being part of the whole Nexus line, there's a good chance we'll get 4.2 pushed out when the Nexus 4 and 10 get released. Google will be keen to have its flagship line all under the same version.
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Kearkan said:
..... I'm not entirely sure what you're trying to say here.
Being part of the whole Nexus line, there's a good chance we'll get 4.2 pushed out when the Nexus 4 and 10 get released. Google will be keen to have its flagship line all under the same version.
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I agree. Google made it pretty clear (to me at least) that the Nexus line will be receiving the 4.2 update. There was absolutely no mention of Nexus 7 not receiving certain aspects of the update. I would say that Nexus 7 would receive the update the same day the 4 and 10 are released as well.
littld said:
Some of the features will be available on the Nexus 7, some won't and you'll need to get a whole new device costing a small fortune to get the full update. It might break things along the way without giving you a way back.
....but then I remember it's Android and not Apple!
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This is a joke for you guys who don't get it. All Nexus devices get updated I think. I think even old ones like the Nexus S and all that.
Lol well if he meant it as a joke it didn't read like one. Especially since a new device owner was asking about something he deemed a legit concern. If it was meant as a joke then my fault.
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TokenAntiAppleRant said:
Lol well if he meant it as a joke it didn't read like one. Especially since a new device owner was asking about something he deemed a legit concern. If it was meant as a joke then my fault.
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I agree. Pretty dumb answer to someone asking a legitimate question.
Google was supposed to release the 4,2 update on October 29th, but according to Asus it has been delayed ever so slightly.Asus says to expect an update to android 4.2 very soon.
fishingfon said:
Hi all,
the nexus 7 is my first nexus device (although I am drooling at the nexus 4 ),
but I was just wondering if anyone else, who has owned a different nexus device, could tell me how long you normally have to wait for the next version of android?.
Thanks in advance
Cheers
corey
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3weeks
yousef8824 said:
3weeks
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I heard that the update will be released on the 14th of November. Custom roms will be updated in the same week probably
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Looking forward to it. People aren't used to nexus devices, they are used to their galaxy tabs that take forever to update and get cut off too soon
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Cor-master said:
Looking forward to it. People aren't used to nexus devices, they are used to their galaxy tabs that take forever to update and get cut off too soon
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My friend is still on stock N7 and got the update within a week. My dad is still on his stock S3 and the update won't come till next year.
Edit: I'm referring to 4.1.2 and 4.1.
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Apocalypse487 said:
My friend is still on stock N7 and got the update within a week. My dad is still on his stock S3 and the update won't come till next year.
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I think you are confusing 4.1.2 with 4.2.
As far as I know, no one will have 4.2 before 13 November.
rmm200 said:
I think you are confusing 4.1.2 with 4.2.
As far as I know, no one will have 4.2 before 13 November.
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I'm not confused. I'm confusing others. I meant to say the last update. I'll leave the correction under that post.
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Expect android 4.2 on November 11th to November 12th on the nexus 7
Hi,
Thanks heaps guys, as long as we with the n7 arnt left in the lurch for weeks after the update comes out on the n4
My friend has a nexus s, and he had to wait a few weeks after 4.1 was released before he got it, but our devices are newer I suppose
Thanks
Cheers
Corey
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Unless you sideload, don't expect it on the 13th. OTA rolling updates can take up to a couple of weeks.
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fishingfon said:
Hi all,
the nexus 7 is my first nexus device (although I am drooling at the nexus 4 ),
but I was just wondering if anyone else, who has owned a different nexus device, could tell me how long you normally have to wait for the next version of android?.
Thanks in advance
Cheers
corey
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Because you asked you can't have it until January of next year!
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heat361 said:
Google was supposed to release the 4,2 update on October 29th, but according to Asus it has been delayed ever so slightly.Asus says to expect an update to android 4.2 very soon.
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Got a reliable source on that? I'm guessing no because it's not true. Google has never released an OS on the day it was announced, and when they announce a new device, they never release the OS for older hardware until the new device is available. So the correct answer is to expect the update in the weeks following the N4/N10 release. Hopefully it will be out within a week, but it can take longer.
Google has said they will start rolling out 4.2 from Nov 11th, 2 days before new devices release.
I guess I can't turn back now. I already have sold my Galaxy nexus and waiting for the nexus 4 to come out. I just want your guys' opinion. I sold my nexus for 270$, Do you think that was a solid price? The nexus 4 will cost me about a hundred dollars extra (Canadian tax+shipping). Do you think it was a worth upgrade to spend 100$ on? I am getting the 8GB version by the way which is enough for me.
I did the same thing for the same price. I cant wait for my shiny new 4!
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This will make you feel all warm and fuzzy! :good:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/1...premium-flagship-phone-that-android-deserves/
That's a very solid price. I'm selling mine soon and getting less than that..
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That's a very solid price. I'm selling mine soon and getting less than that..
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How are you selling it? Ebay, craigslist etc..?
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Well the guy from computer world that reviewed it said to upgrade from the Gnex. I may wait until closer to christmas time (or black friday) to see if there are super quick deals somewhere.
I guarantee if you wait longer, google will release a 32gb Nexus 4 for 349.99 and the 16gb will get dropped down to 299.99 just like what they did with the Nexus 7's.
I'm keeping my gnex. Don't see any major differences between gnex and nexus 4. Also I'm not a big fan of LG, they don't have a good track record with releasing drivers. Maybe LG will improve but want to wait and see.
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quest4fire said:
I'm keeping my gnex. Don't see any major differences between gnex and nexus 4. Also I'm not a big fan of LG, they don't have a good track record with releasing drivers. Maybe LG will improve but want to wait and see.
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As this is nexus, LG isn't releasing the software. Google is. so you are waiting for nothing.
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As this is nexus, LG isn't releasing the software. Google is. so you are waiting for nothing.
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Aren't the drivers released by the hardware manufactures?
quest4fire said:
I'm keeping my gnex. Don't see any major differences between gnex and nexus 4. Also I'm not a big fan of LG, they don't have a good track record with releasing drivers. Maybe LG will improve but want to wait and see.
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Everything about the 4 is better
HA3AP said:
Everything about the 4 is better
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Non removable battery. These nexus suck more and more every year
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tweaked said:
As this is nexus, LG isn't releasing the software. Google is. so you are waiting for nothing.
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I'm talking hardware drivers.
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I'm talking hardware drivers.
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Then isn't that Qualcomm that releases those?
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Everything about the 4 is better
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Yes slightly better but not overwhelmingly better, not worth forking out $329 if you have already have a gnex imho
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android01 said:
Non removable battery. These nexus suck more and more every year
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how is not having a removable battery a negative?
i really don't understand...
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Yes slightly better but not overwhelmingly better, not worth forking out $329 if you have already have a gnex imho
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That's why you sell your Gnex and spend just $100 or so
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Then isn't that Qualcomm that releases those?
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Yes qualcomm releases drivers...lgs work is done right after they make the device.... samsing is not releasing exynos processors drivers because well exynos is made by samsung..
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That's actually a good deal. However you could get 32GB for same price approximately in the near future.
Sell the GN for about $200ish, then spend about $380 (tax+shipping) for the N4.
If you are financially able to drop around an extra $180 for the upgrade to N4, then yeah it's worth it. But if you're breaking your back to spend that $180 or so, then no it's not worth it as the GN is still more than a capable device.
That should pretty much sum it up. Good luck!
OK so I was at work and missed the chance to get the nexus 4 again! Supposedly gonna take 7-8 weeks now to ship according to mobilesyrup. NOw if I do get the chance to get the Nexus 4 again in a couple weeks, I will recieve it in March or Feb. My question is that is it worth it to get a November phone in Feb? Now I have a **** lg xenon and gossip which I could last out till next year for the Nexus 5, or I might get the s4. Should I wait?
What is expected from Nexus 5 and S4
-1080p screen
-10-12mp camera
-2ghz processor estimate
-2gb ram or maybe 2.5-3gb
-5inch screen
-Quad core maybe more?
Overall I think the smartphone as we know it is going through a transition phase so should I wait? I don't have enough money to get a new phone every year like some people. I buy a phone for 2-3 years. Will I be stuck with old technology with this phone?
-WHAT THE FUUDGE SHOULD I DOOO????
Mod please move to q&a if you think that is were it should be!
bumpty bump
Curl up in the fetal position and wait for the world to end my friend.
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PearsonDKA said:
Curl up in the fetal position and wait for the world to end my friend.
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go away troll
bumpty anwser this please bump
FaDeGFX said:
bumpty anwser this please bump
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Pm sent.
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Wait like the rest of the world.
ptesmoke said:
Pm sent.
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You're asking us for advice to speculate on a phone that is unreleased (better yet, a year away)?
Yes, get the Nexus 5. Historically, a newer Nexus is better than an older Nexus. Might need confirmation on that though.
Enhanced said:
You're asking us for advice to speculate on a phone that is unreleased (better yet, a year away)?
Yes, get the Nexus 5. Historically, a newer Nexus is better than an older Nexus. Might need confirmation on that though.
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I was going to say nexus note. The nexus version of the galaxy note that could be soon.
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Only you can answer the question of whether you should wait. In Feb the nexus 4 will still be a great phone. Is only 3 months old on 2/13. You seem to think your current phone will last to next November for nexus 5. If you think that just wait.
In the end you have to use the device, no one can tell you what to like or what works for you. My wife thinks I'm insane buying a new phone every year. I don't, I like upgrading to the new nexus or whatever the new stock android experience is. Been that way since g1. Just what I like. Others will say go buy a note 2. Since this is the nexus forum you'll find no shortage of posts about how great the nexus 4 is.
Oh, please stop bumping the thread, it's annoying.
I will get my nexus 4 in summer, maybe may or June, so should I wait for the n5 or just stick with the n4 ?
And isn't the hardware on the n4 is going to do great handling any apps or games without any problems for a few years ? I mean it's the best out there I think...
1 last thing what about the back glass cover does it crack easily? Even if I bought a grab or sth?
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Your search button not working mate?
There are 10 threads for each of your questions asked.
1.Yes.
2. Yes.
3. Yes.
Grammatically challenged I see
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Grammatically challenged I see
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Give him a break guys, he's using the xda app and obviously there isn't a search button. And it would have been easier to just answer him than try to be a mean mum.
To OP: You wouldn't regret getting a Nexus 4 mate. The hardware would undoubtedly be outdated in a few years, but it certainly won't fall behind by that much. And you wouldn't feel too far behind from new android versions since this is a nexus.
The glass I think is fragile but putting a case on the back would definitely protect it. But temperature changes (sudden ones) are rumored to affect the glass and cause them to spontaneously break without producing splinters. Based on the data though, one can assume that only a few units are affected by this condition (mine too, unfortunately )
Anyways, it's your decision. If you think you can wait, then get the 5, but if your hands are itchy and want to get a sexy device, get the n4
In my opinion though, wait till june. If the nexus 5 launches and you don't like it, then get the 4, if you do though, then obviously get the nexus 5.
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Im getting pissed off of people whining about using the search button rather than just answering. If everyone just used the search button you would quickly have a dead community.
Nexus four just recently came out... Already talking about Nexus five?
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Crisisx1 said:
Nexus four just recently came out... Already talking about Nexus five?
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It's already announced with the specs on phone arena and other sites I can Google it and see for yourself; tegra 4, full hd display, 2gb ram and the price omg
And the specs are so promising, that's the reason why i made this thread.
And the rumored price is said to be around 300$
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anonymousss said:
It's already announced with the specs on phone arena and other sites I can Google it and see for yourself; tegra 4, full hd display, 2gb ram and the price omg
And the specs are so promising, that's the reason why i made this thread.
And the rumored price is said to be around 300$
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Who will it be producing it?
And does Google even know about this?
http://bgr.com/2013/01/17/nexus-5-release-date-nexus-7-7-294121/
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It's already announced with the specs on phone arena and other sites I can Google it and see for yourself; tegra 4, full hd display, 2gb ram and the price omg
And the specs are so promising, that's the reason why i made this thread.
And the rumored price is said to be around 300$
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People making stuff up to drive traffic to their blog does not constitute an 'announcement'.
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I'd say hold out for the N5 if it were to be released around May. I doubt that since the N4 was released just a few months ago. Better yet, wait for that Moto X phone..
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People making stuff up to drive traffic to their blog does not constitute an 'announcement'.
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Exactly and also it mentions tegra 4? That outdated piece of garbage. Qualcomm is currently the best chip. Agreed tegra has better gaming performance but overall Qualcomm blows away tegra.
Anyway there won't be another nexus coming till October. May be they will have a Moto X phone or something but not nexus. That happens once a year during holidays.
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kirdroid said:
Exactly and also it mentions tegra 4? That outdated piece of garbage. Qualcomm is currently the best chip. Agreed tegra has better gaming performance but overall Qualcomm blows away tegra.
Anyway there won't be another nexus coming till October. May be they will have a Moto X phone or something but not nexus. That happens once a year during holidays.
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i agree with you about tegra, but the tegra 4 isnt outdated, it hasnt even been in a device yet...
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It's already announced with the specs on phone arena and other sites I can Google it and see for yourself; tegra 4, full hd display, 2gb ram and the price omg
And the specs are so promising, that's the reason why i made this thread.
And the rumored price is said to be around 300$
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http://bgr.com/2013/01/17/nexus-5-release-date-nexus-7-7-294121/
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BGR might be the WORST tech blog for news. There is no way in hell Google would risk enraging everyone who just got their nexus 4 by releasing another phone in six months.
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mbucks911 said:
i agree with you about tegra, but the tegra 4 isnt outdated, it hasnt even been in a device yet...
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Haha... got confused with tegra 3
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joshnichols189 said:
BGR might be the WORST tech blog for news. There is no way in hell Google would risk enraging everyone who just got their nexus 4 by releasing another phone in six months.
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Agree not going to happen... But I'm not complaining if they release every 6 months. More fun more frequently
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Tegra 4 will be better than current s4 pro on n4 ofc but tegra 4 won't be better than snapdragon 800 for sure at last cpu wise
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Then i guess I will buy the nexus 4 then if n5 isn't released yet in May
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The glass on the back is pretty tough. Mine accidentally fell from a the second floor of my gf house and nothing happened to it. And the cover i had was no big deal, was an Sline.
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Would it be smarter for me to order the nexus 4 or just get the s4? Can any of you give me some of your input on the nexus 4 since you've had yours? Are you pleased with it or do you sometimes regret your decision on getting the nexus 4? One more thing, right now I have the s3 and is no 4g really that much of a dealbreker?
Do a search as this question has been asked quite a few times....but in a nutshell if you prefer vanilla over bloatware, great dev support and the latest updates as soon they are released then get a nexus....can't really speak on the s4. Hope it helps..
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Elstevo001 said:
Would it be smarter for me to order the nexus 4 or just get the s4? Can any of you give me some of your input on the nexus 4 since you've had yours? Are you pleased with it or do you sometimes regret your decision on getting the nexus 4? One more thing, right now I have the s3 and is no 4g really that much of a dealbreker?
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Dude the S4 is so crippled and packed with 7GB of OS and mostly bloatware that you have too root it and strip down all the not needed apps and widgets. I had all the Galaxy devices but i`am gona skip the S4. The Nexus 4 is realy a breath of fresh air and 50% cheaper. I had the S3 too but wouldnt trade my N4 for one.
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Dude the S4 is so crippled and packed with 7GB of OS and mostly bloatware that you have too root it and strip down all the not needed apps and widgets. I had all the Galaxy devices but i`am gona skip the S4. The Nexus 4 is realy a breath of fresh air and 50% cheaper.
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Thanks for the response. If I was to get the 8 gb nexus 4,how much of that is formatted before I get it. How about the 16 gb?
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Thanks for the response. If I was to get the 8 gb nexus 4,how much of that is formatted before I get it. How about the 16 gb?
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I have the 16Gb for a few dollars more, 8 GB is a bit to small for me personaly. About 3 GB is for the OS so 12,8 GB remains for the user. On the 8GB one you have 4,8 GB left.
You don`t have to say thanks, just press the thanks button if someone helped you
Don't order yet.....wait until I/o on may 15 , you may see new phone or nexus 4 upgrade..
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Don't order yet.....wait until I/o on may 15 , you may see new phone or nexus 4 upgrade..
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And 5-6 months later the N5 will be launched
gee2012 said:
And 5-6 months later the N5 will be launched
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Waiting 10 days is not same as 5 to 6 months....
We don't know for sure, we pretty sure the nexus will already get lte support
Its definitely worth waiting
If development is your thing. You found the right place.
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gee2012 said:
I have the 16Gb for a few dollars more, 8 GB is a bit to small for me personaly. About 3 GB is for the OS so 12,8 GB remains for the user. On the 8GB one you have 4,8 GB left.
You don`t have to say thanks, just press the thanks button if someone helped you
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The 8gb model has 5.8gb free space.
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I have an s3 currently and am buying a nexus 4 tomorrow. All the bloat on the s3 is leading me to buy a stock Android experience. Nexus 4 ftw.
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We don't know for sure, we pretty sure the nexus will already get lte support
Its definitely worth waiting
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N4 already has lte support with the 33 radio and below.
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N4 already has lte support with the 33 radio and below.
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Just with T-Mobile
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Dsmforlife92 said:
Just with T-Mobile
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No. 4G LTE works fine in Canada as well.
Proof: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2130267
$600 vs $300
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Ok. No update to the N4, I just went from the n4 to the ONE. it's not worth the $300 difference.
Tapatalk and some apps other is actually slower. The screen is nicer but the camera might actually be worse. It camera is soft under certain conditions and very poor lens flaring.
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