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GSM Galaxy Nexus available in the USA direct from Google Play - $399 No Contract

https://play.google.com/store/devic...WRfbXVsdGlfX18xX3Byb21vXzEzMzUyNzk0MjQzNjAiXQ..
NO BS!

Yeah I just saw this bull****!! November paid $750 broke it paid $500 in march for a new one!! This just chaps my ass, guess they have to do something the S3 going to destroy everything on the market!!!
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I'm going to purchase mine in about 30 minutes.

Adjust said:
I'm going to purchase mine in about 30 minutes.
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If you do, can you let me know when you get it and before you root it or install a custom ROM? I'd like to get some information from you about the stock ROM that it ships with.

Adjust said:
I'm going to purchase mine in about 30 minutes.
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Smart man!!
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oldblue910 said:
If you do, can you let me know when you get it and before you root it or install a custom ROM? I'd like to get some information from you about the stock ROM that it ships with.
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It'll be in your front door-step in 2 days it says.
It ships on Android 4.0 but there's update's you can they'll support updates and custom rom's on 4.0.4 and more.

how does the price went down so quick
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It'll be in your front door-step in 2 days it says.
It ships on Android 4.0 but there's update's you can they'll support updates and custom rom's on 4.0.4 and more.
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Yes I know, I just want some information about the stock ROM that it ships with. I maintain pages for stock Galaxy Nexus, Nexus S, and Xoom firmware on my website http://www.randomphantasmagoria.com and I just want to make sure this US GSM version doesn't come with some unique build of 4.0.4 that we haven't seen yet. That's all. Just send me a PM when you get the phone and it'll take 5 minutes of your time, I promise!

the phone doesnt even worth that much now....

Doesn't work on Sprint or Verizon. Sucks!

zeke1988 said:
the phone doesnt even worth that much now....
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Agreed!!!
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zeke1988 said:
the phone doesnt even worth that much now....
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Why......oh yeah an unlocked HTC one x it's going for four hundred unlocked. Right
Figures I just ordered on and arrived today.
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Nevermind - I don't need any info. Google has already provided fastboot images for it. The firmware is called "takju" and it's 4.0.4 IMM76I.

I paid much more for mine just a few weeks earlier. >:T

cyco1978 said:
Yeah I just saw this bull****!! November paid $750 broke it paid $500 in march for a new one!! This just chaps my ass, guess they have to do something the S3 going to destroy everything on the market!!!
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I know how you feel - I paid $720 in December. It's still an awesome phone, but I can't believe how quickly it lost value. Then again, I guess that's what we get when we pay inflated grey market prices!

Stock firmware information for this new "takju" US I9250 firmware has been updated at http://www.randomphantasmagoria.com/firmware/galaxy-nexus.

kgbkny said:
I know how you feel - I paid $720 in December. It's still an awesome phone, but I can't believe how quickly it lost value. Then again, I guess that's what we get when we pay inflated grey market prices!
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Yeah, it didn't lose value; you just paid inflated prices, because it wasn't available in the US.
I paid a little more ($15 more, after shipping+taxes) than this a month ago for the NTT Docomo version, and I'm OK with this. I still have a warranty through Negri, and now that it's officially available from Google, I'm hoping getting it repaired will be met with little-to-no resistance.

kgbkny said:
I know how you feel - I paid $720 in December. It's still an awesome phone, but I can't believe how quickly it lost value. Then again, I guess that's what we get when we pay inflated grey market prices!
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You paid $720 for an imported version.
sent with 3g courage. better recognize.

kgbkny said:
I know how you feel - I paid $720 in December. It's still an awesome phone, but I can't believe how quickly it lost value. Then again, I guess that's what we get when we pay inflated grey market prices!
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With no us warranty lol that GS3 must be one mean *****!!
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oldblue910 said:
Stock firmware information for this new "takju" US I9250 firmware has been updated at http://www.randomphantasmagoria.com/firmware/galaxy-nexus.
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I'm read the article, but there saying that the "takju" wont be updated by Google if so why is it listed here http://code.google.com/android/nexus/images.html#yakjuitl41f
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USA Only: Galaxy Nexus $399 direct from Google

‎[US Only] Starting today, you can buy Galaxy Nexus on Google Play. This Galaxy Nexus costs $399 and arrives at your door unlocked, without a carrier commitment or contract. Use Galaxy Nexus on the GSM network of your choice, including T-Mobile and AT&T in the US.
Galaxy Nexus is the latest smartphone from Google featuring Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich (with Android Beam and Google+ mobile hangouts), the best Google mobile services and fastest updates directly from Google.
This unlocked Galaxy Nexus also has Google Wallet pre-installed, so you can pay quickly by tapping your Galaxy Nexus wherever MasterCard PayPass is accepted. Get $10 in your account as a Google Prepaid Card after you activate Google Wallet.
Learn more at google.com/nexus, and get your unlocked Galaxy Nexus on Google Play: play.google.com/store/devices
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Now umm how about opening it up to other countries. I wish I didn't get one on another three year contract a few months ago if it were this price i'd but outright.
This also boosts the rumour of Google opening up their own store for devices.
I can also see everyone on the Marketplace freaking out right now..

I just jumped for joy, I put my HTC Amaze 4G on Craigslist someones coming in about an hour to pick it up for $280 with ICS 4.0.3 on it a leaked update and I'm picking up this Galaxy Nexus.

Bought mine this morning. Selling the wife's G2x. We'll have the GSII and the Galaxy Nexus. I bought it for her, but hopefully she'll share!
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Do I have warranty in other countries like Germany, if I buy the Nexus in the US?

Any one know if I use this on AT&T and will be forced into their data plan?

ccab said:
Do I have warranty in other countries like Germany, if I buy the Nexus in the US?
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Nope, Samsung USA warranty.
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silvscorp said:
Any one know if I use this on AT&T and will be forced into their data plan?
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Same question will media net work with Google's nexus
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Te local HHGREGG sent out the monthly flyer and had the GNEX for VZW for $199...... Dunno if its a good deal but hey.....
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bzmotoninja83 said:
Te local HHGREGG sent out the monthly flyer and had the GNEX for VZW for $199...... Dunno if its a good deal but hey.....
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That sounds like a 2-year contract price.

ccab said:
Do I have warranty in other countries like Germany, if I buy the Nexus in the US?
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I'm not quite sure of this, but if you have a local Best Buy they might cover it under the GeekSquad Black Tie plan. I've never asked GS if they cover devices you bought from somewhere other than Best Buy, but it's definitely worth a shot. If anyone knows whether or not they do feel free to reply to my post.

Is there more than one model of GSM Galaxy Nexus?
I imagine that the $399 offer will drive down the price on the used market on EBAY, and I'm wondering if all the GSM Galaxy Nexus are identical. I know there are differences between other Samsung manufactured units meant for the European market when compared with the US carrier versions. For example some European models have FM radios and US versions don't.

Does this work with other European, Croatia to be specific, carriers without problems? I have some friends in the US which can buy it for me.

It is supposedly locked to US carriers only (but unlocked to any US carrier)
You would probably have to unlock it further, unless Samsung locked it down like the Motorola Photon

It says: With devices on Google Play, you can buy an unlocked Galaxy Nexus phone that will operate on more than 200 GSM providers worldwide, including AT&T and T-Mobile in the US.
So I guess it works with my operator(Tele2). It only states in US it will not work on Verizon and Srint.
I was asking more if US phones have different hardware parts or whatever, as compared to European models. But if iPhone works here, I guess this phone does as well. Just wanted to make sure.

silvscorp said:
Any one know if I use this on AT&T and will be forced into their data plan?
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I have the original Nexus One. I used mediaNet for about four months before AT$T forced me to switch. I argued for another 6 weeks or so, kept giving them the imei of my HTC startek but in the end, I caved.
I am very tempted with this, although in some ways it seems like a side step and not a leap forward. I have been very happy with the N1.
Ironically, I am still with AT$T, still unhappy there, but not much for choices because of coverage and my kids keep eating up my upgrades. So I pay full price for my phone and full price at AT$T.
But I can say I'm not locked into a carrier???

revan17 said:
I was asking more if US phones have different hardware parts or whatever, as compared to European models. But if iPhone works here, I guess this phone does as well. Just wanted to make sure.
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They all have the same hardware, even the Verizon one, except Verizon has 32gb storage.

eksasol said:
They all have the same hardware, even the Verizon one, except Verizon has 32gb storage.
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I wouldn't exactly call the VZW version the same as the GSM version.
Aside from the obvious CDMA vs. GSM difference, the CDMA version is heavier and thicker. Heck, you can't even swap batteries between the two so there are differences in the actual hardware.

Just placed an order. Hope it works with AT&T's medianet.

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Just placed an order. Hope it works with AT&T's medianet.
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Did it work with media net?
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This does work with medianet. Ask anyone with a galaxy nexus.

Samsung galaxy s3 i9300 ready for pickup in store in nyc!

Just picked mine up in white. Store has brand new sealed units in stock. Mine was unbranded and unlocked! I paid $850 but no one has these available anywhere else in New York City (or even available online!)
Amazing phone I'm a happy camper!
The store I bought from: New Wave Inc, its on Fifth Avenue and 32nd Street. 212 679 0600.

850? You got shafted. Oh wait, you have one post so far? I see what you did there

What size internal storage?
..Gromet
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Lower Manhattan, if anyone wants one - I can go pick one up and send it to you.

You created an account 6 years ago to spam at this moment? That's some planning.

eksasol said:
You created an account 6 years ago to spam at this moment? That's some planning.
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lol xda should delete old accounts

Wow! My first post and I get knocked down!
@Gromet Internal is 16GB.
@AnyMal Don't think I did, I really looked around couldn't find anyone else who had them in stock. Finally found these guys on Craigslist and they were a helpful bunch.
@eksasol LOL. Created account long time ago to download something. This was my first post as I was really happy to finally have the S3 and was trying to help other members who might be interested in getting one for themselves.

Cool story. Chianman, hook it up!!! Lol
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I'll pass at launch for tmobile it will be half.
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yamsie said:
Just picked mine up in white. Store has brand new sealed units in stock. Mine was unbranded and unlocked! I paid $850 but no one has these available anywhere else in New York City (or even available online!)
Amazing phone I'm a happy camper!
The store I bought from: New Wave Inc, its on Fifth Avenue and 32nd Street. 212 679 0600.
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Including taxes, right??

I shall buy mine off contract on AT&T for $600 with LTE and insurance because $900 is steep just to have it unbranded

Thats even more expensive that europe!
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guys what the hell, this is $665 at www.clove.co.uk and will get to you in less than a week. when it comes out on the big 4 itll be even cheaper.

I ordered my from expansys-usa for $694.99, it gets shipped from Illinois and i get it on 24 hrs
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dkotoric, can this one be used on Verizon's network? I know you're on ATT, but I believe VZW is GSM as well. I could be wrong, of course.

Death Roe said:
dkotoric, can this one be used on Verizon's network? I know you're on ATT, but I believe VZW is GSM as well. I could be wrong, of course.
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Afaik Verizon is cdma
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thatg said:
guys what the hell, this is $665 at www.clove.co.uk and will get to you in less than a week. when it comes out on the big 4 itll be even cheaper.
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it's actually $769 from Clove

its actually $665. you have to add it to the cart, the price youre looking at is the UK price with Tax. Its 432 gbp shipped to the U.S.

Death Roe said:
dkotoric, can this one be used on Verizon's network? I know you're on ATT, but I believe VZW is GSM as well. I could be wrong, of course.
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You believe wrong
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People are crazy buying this phone for so much money. Imma be smart and patient because on June 21st I will have the same phone for less of the price. Pow.

WOW! Galaxy Note II N7100 on eBay for $659!!!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/300788604613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Wow! It dropped nearly $90 dollars in 24 hours!
He ships worldwide too!

$80 shipping to Canada... to expensive
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JoJo2211 said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/300788604613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Wow! It dropped nearly $90 dollars in 24 hours!
He ships worldwide too!
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It goes up to $689.98 now
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thanhdang said:
It goes up to $689.98 now
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Ooh. I'm so glad I bought mine while at 659. :victory:

i think its a glitch in the system. other sellers were also wrong pricing

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i think its a glitch in the system. other sellers were also wrong pricing
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No actually I emailed the seller and he said he and another seller were in a "listing war," and now they have worked it out. 5 other buyers also purchased the same unit for 659.. I guess we're the lucky ones!

JoJo2211 said:
No actually I emailed the seller and he said he and another seller were in a "listing war," and now they have worked it out. 5 other buyers also purchased the same unit for 659.. I guess we're the lucky ones!
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lemme guess other seller never- msrp? my friend bought one and shortly after got an email stated it was the wrong price. they can get a refund or add more money

Wow! A availability thread which isn't locked!

JulyDerek said:
Wow! A availability thread which isn't locked!
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now it will be lmao

daddioj said:
lemme guess other seller never- msrp? my friend bought one and shortly after got an email stated it was the wrong price. they can get a refund or add more money
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Yes. Let's hope my transaction goes through otherwise I'm ready to leave a negative feedback.
EDIT:
It's marked shipped! This seller is awesome! I highly recommend him (techno.trading.house)!
I also bought a GS3 from him, he is indeed amazing!

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Yes. Let's hope my transaction goes through otherwise I'm ready to leave a negative feedback.
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It's marked shipped! This seller is awesome! I highly recommend him (techno.trading.house)!
I also bought a GS3 from him, he is indeed amazing!
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well lucky you i already purchased from never-msrp for over 700 but i think techno prices went up to 699

now its at $725 what a bad marketing practice ! At this price i would rather wait for the lte version. As soon as the lte comes out this international version would drop the price drastically .

Im not sure about you guys but I rather wait it out and get a Note that actually works on LTE.
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now its at $725 what a bad marketing practice ! At this price i would rather wait for the lte version. As soon as the lte comes out this international version would drop the price drastically .
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Im going to have to agree. Those international versions will be the bottom of the barrels here in the US. Ones the US version comes out the retail price on the international version will plummet.
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yeah.. but can we get factory unlocked us versions though? that's important for some of us..
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Im not sure about you guys but I rather wait it out and get a Note that actually works on LTE.
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Im going to have to agree. Those international versions will be the bottom of the barrels here in the US. Ones the US version comes out the retail price on the international version will plummet.
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Unlocking the galaxy line is always easy , only after a month you will see a lot of unlocking service on ebay for as low as $20 .
I also dont see the point of unlocking the note 2 as it would be available in almost all carriers .

I snagged my self one for 699. But I agree not great marketing but great business strategy snag a fish for less make him entice others. Still cheaper than Negri or expansys
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i bought one for $650 and still waiting for refund coz the seller never-msrp told me it was a system error and the actual price is 740
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i bought one for $650 and still waiting for refund coz the seller never-msrp told me it was a system error and the actual price is 740
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That is terrible customer service on never-msrp's part. You bought it for 650, he should HONOR it. My seller, techno, he actually went so far as to give me a refund of 50 dollars when I purchased a note 2 for 709 a few hours before it went down to 659.. so yeah I bought 2 note 2's for 659. I'm so happy! Techno is now my favorite eBay seller and I'm telling everybody about his great services.

The reason for me to get a international HSPA version is to get faster firmware update. Unless N7100, N7105, or any LTE version share same firmware, n7100 most likely will get update first

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The reason for me to get a international HSPA version is to get faster firmware update. Unless N7100, N7105, or any LTE version share same firmware, n7100 most likely will get update first
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My reasons are:
1. Unlimited HSPA+ on AT&T's network for just $10.
2. Faster firmware updates.
Those are the only reasons. I couldn't care less about LTE (whats the point of it when you're limited to only 3GB?)

Xperia Z1 possibly on AT&T or T-Mobile

Just called Sony to get a new charger for my ion and happened to ask about the Z1. Apparently they have a contract with AT&T and that more than likely it will be released to them, if not T-Mobile. This could be another 6 months from now, but for those of you, such as myself, who have AT&T i thought this was good news. Hopefully it will put Sony on the map and allow them to release more high-end phones in the US on major carriers.

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Just called Sony to get a new charger for my ion and happened to ask about the Z1. Apparently they have a contract with AT&T and that more than likely it will be released to them, if not T-Mobile. This could be another 6 months from now, but for those of you, such as myself, who have AT&T i thought this was good news. Hopefully it will put Sony on the map and allow them to release more high-end phones in the US on major carriers.
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This is nice news! It's a shame I don't see much in the way of any hint as to when this may come out in the U.S., I really hope it's not another six months, I'm not willing to spend $800 on this thing as much as I like it :/

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Just called Sony to get a new charger for my ion and happened to ask about the Z1. Apparently they have a contract with AT&T and that more than likely it will be released to them, if not T-Mobile. This could be another 6 months from now, but for those of you, such as myself, who have AT&T i thought this was good news. Hopefully it will put Sony on the map and allow them to release more high-end phones in the US on major carriers.
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Could it be the 14 spring model, since somebody mentioned that att's not going to carry any Sony this year
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greatremix said:
Could it be the 14 spring model, since somebody mentioned that att's not going to carry any Sony this year
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Not gonna argue with that, sounds even better to me. And remember, "this year" is almost over

@evleaks just tweeted a T-Mobile branded Z1 today.

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This is nice news! It's a shame I don't see much in the way of any hint as to when this may come out in the U.S., I really hope it's not another six months, I'm not willing to spend $800 on this thing as much as I like it :/
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I see what ur saying about not willing/wanting to pay $800 for this phone, but i've had my C6903 for about a week now on T-Mobile LTE and all i can say is that it's nothing short of AWESOME. It's the first phone in quite a while that feels premium enough to keep for a while... and i've had ALOT of phones (about 6 just this year). And did i mention LTE! And another plus of the unlocked version: bluetooth internet sharing right out of the box! :good:

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I see what ur saying about not willing/wanting to pay $800 for this phone, but i've had my C6903 for about a week now on T-Mobile LTE and all i can say is that it's nothing short of AWESOME. It's the first phone in quite a while that feels premium enough to keep for a while... and i've had ALOT of phones (about 6 just this year). And did i mention LTE! And another plus of the unlocked version: bluetooth internet sharing right out of the box! :good:
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@evleaks just tweeted a T-Mobile branded Z1 today.
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Great to hear! It sounds like you got the LTE version in time since it looks like T-Mobile is going to carry it, but not AT&T. Just out of curiosity, what kind of download/upload speeds are you getting and where are you based? I'm in NY, and on AT&T -- when LTE was first introduced here, I was getting 30 down and 40 up, but nowadays, it's about 10 up and down. I may make the jump of carriers if the speed and network is OK.
Based on the EVLeaks photo, it seems it's a slightly modified version that will come out with T-Mobile, so, we'll see. Man, it's great being a consumer in a competitive market -- it sounds like Sony may be coming out with a new flagship in early 2014 using the WhiteMagic panel (http://www.androidauthority.com/jdi-super-bright-full-hd-displays-282810/) and with that one, hopefully Sony decides to go full force in the US. I'm also liking the rumors I'm hearing about the Samsung S5 thus far (water-resistant/proof, octacore, etc.). Decisions, decisions, decision!!!

where did you guys ordered yours? do you need an account on Sony to order one? or did you order it here in the States?
Thanks

I just picked up a Z waiting for the Z1 to be released on T-Mobile and the rep said "soon".
So I ran across this on the T-Mobile UK site http://www.t-mobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/sony-xperia-z1-black/
Why isn't this available on T-Mobile US?

I bought my z1 off Craigslist. I'm on t-mobile 70 $ month unlimited data text and calls. I'm in Philadelphia. This is the speeds I get
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still waiting for this phone to be released with LTE

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still waiting for this phone to be released with LTE
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I don't remember about the other models, but I ordered a c6906 model, Telus branded from Canada, and it has LTE Bands for both T-Mobile and AT&T.

kusanou said:
I don't remember about the other models, but I ordered a c6906 model, Telus branded from Canada, and it has LTE Bands for both T-Mobile and AT&T.
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but there is no warrenty when you import

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Damn, I forgot about that. Oh well, I take care of my stuff, and haven't been unfortunate enough to have anything severely damaged. I just hope there aren't any defects to worry about

I have a c6903 on tmobile. Insured for 6.99$month is fine enough for me. C6906 has all the lte bands. By the time this hits USA carriers it'll be old
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stealthj said:
I have a c6903 on tmobile. Insured for 6.99$month is fine enough for me. C6906 has all the lte bands. By the time this hits USA carriers it'll be old
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Same here. Got a C6903 from Clove UK along w/the SW2 for free. i didn't opt for a warranty but take care of my phones.
so far it works great on Tmobile and good on ATT and 3G only. Tmobile you can get LTE/4G if you have it in the area.