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I saw that the development for android on this device has gotten pretty far. I a curious, would it be worth it to buy this just for android? I guess I'm asking, is it that reliable that I can use it as the main OS? These phones go cheap now and I wouldn't mind having an android phone
Absolutely. I still activate mine every now and then just for the heck of it. Sure, the screen isn't the most vibrant and it isn't the fastest, but I still enjoy using it.
solarpolitiks said:
I saw that the development for android on this device has gotten pretty far. I a curious, would it be worth it to buy this just for android? I guess I'm asking, is it that reliable that I can use it as the main OS? These phones go cheap now and I wouldn't mind having an android phone
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Agree with the poster above. Most builds out there are feature rich and will give you the full Android experience (assuming that you have data in your plan, that is). And yes, it is a very cheap way to get into Android.
That's great to hear. I have seen these go as cheap as 50 bucks used on ebay I will definitely try to get one. Just a question, anybody know any good sites for buying older phones like this on the cheap? eBay only has so many in my range and I'd hate to miss out on this experience because I couldn't scrape up the cash in time.
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That's great to hear. I have seen these go as cheap as 50 bucks used on ebay I will definitely try to get one. Just a question, anybody know any good sites for buying older phones like this on the cheap? eBay only has so many in my range and I'd hate to miss out on this experience because I couldn't scrape up the cash in time.
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You may be able to find some in XDA's marketplace. But eBay is your best bet (I got mine there for $80)
Alright, one last question. Can I unlock this while on Android? I found a sprint touch online for dirt cheap but I am a Verizon customer. If I get the sprint one, can it be unlocked when using Froyo?
solarpolitiks said:
Alright, one last question. Can I unlock this while on Android? I found a sprint touch online for dirt cheap but I am a Verizon customer. If I get the sprint one, can it be unlocked when using Froyo?
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You'll have a tough time getting it activated on Sprint. It is doable, but try to find a Verizon one... that would be your best bet.
So it IS possible to unlock a sprint Touch an use it on Verizon while on android? I heard that Verizon does not have sprint ESNs in their DB so actiavtion may require sweet talking the reps. I just found a touch through sprint for 37 shipped and I want to know if it will work in my situation for sure.
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So it IS possible to unlock a sprint Touch an use it on Verizon while on android? I heard that Verizon does not have sprint ESNs in their DB so actiavtion may require sweet talking the reps. I just found a touch through sprint for 37 shipped and I want to know if it will work in my situation for sure.
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I will not guarantee this as their rule book say that is a no go. Again, try to get a Verizon one...
Yeah, i got a verizon one from another member on the board so it's all good. Thanks for the help regardless
What do you think it is going to be like on the 16th? When BestBuy says stuff like this
There will be no pre-orders on the Nexus S. Units will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis on launch day. We will use a ticketing system much like we do on Black Friday to allocate inventory and keep the process organized.
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it worries me I mean because Id hate to be without a phone until I found an NS..I have 3 Bestbuys within 20 minutes of me and are pretty sure even if the demand is high enough for them to need to use a ticketing system. or maybe the supply is low? But either way If i have to wake up at 7AM to be there when they open I will
Just curious as to what you all think?
I am not worrying about it. People here seem not very into those modern toys. There are two Bestbuys nearby. I guess I'll just drop by when I wake up.
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Just curious as to what you all think?
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I really have no clue and wish I did
I think there will be a VERY tiny amount of people that actually know / are ready to buy the Nexus-S on it's debut date but one of the smart guys on here suggested going to a best buy that doesn't sell T-mobile handsets in order to increase your chances.
I'd say you would def be able to get your phone on the day of launch though
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I really have no clue and wish I did
I think there will be a VERY tiny amount of people that actually know / are ready to buy the Nexus-S on it's debut date but one of the smart guys on here suggested going to a best buy that doesn't sell T-mobile handsets in order to increase your chances.
I'd say you would def be able to get your phone on the day of launch though
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Ya, i figure get there when they open and you should be good if anything
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Ya, i figure get there when they open and you should be good if anything
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Yeah you'll be fine
I mean, in the entire 10 months I've had the Nexus-1 I've only seen one other person with it. Chances are it will be the same for the Nexus-S and you will get it no problems
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Yeah you'll be fine
I mean, in the entire 10 months I've had the Nexus-1 I've only seen one other person with it. Chances are it will be the same for the Nexus-S and you will get it no problems
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ya ive only seen one person with a N1 as well but you forget the N1 was only sold online and not advertised at all...maybe we will see an ad campaign starting Monday
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ya ive only seen one person with a N1 as well but you forget the N1 was only sold online and not advertised at all...maybe we will see an ad campaign starting Monday
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True, very true, good points. It wouldn't surprise me to see a TV advertisement since Google made that commercial with the view were your looking at the persons feet the whole time.
Im sure they will seeing as the N1 was a "marketing failure" but i really hope we dont end up seeing every other person with a NS...thats why i loved the N1, very unique
Personally, I think your chances of grabbing one are good. It seems to be very similar to the galaxy line, and if samsumg sold 3 million in the us, I know those folks won't be ready to shell out $600.00 four months later.
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I am gonna ask my dad, to pick one for me from Cincinnati - Best Buy. There are 3 in cincinnati, I guess. I hope he gets to pick one after 3-4 days from there. Say by 20th December.
I stopped by my local best buys all of which dont carry tmobile and all of which have NOOOO idea about the Nexus and are saying they wont be getting it because it is a Tmobile device
Bestbuy is sooo assbackwards they have no idea whats going on with the device
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I stopped by my local best buys all of which dont carry tmobile and all of which have NOOOO idea about the Nexus and are saying they wont be getting it because it is a Tmobile device
Bestbuy is sooo assbackwards they have no idea whats going on with the device
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Did you read their FAQ? They stated that they are currently spreading the news among all Best Buys. It just takes time and if the manager of the stores don't tell the employees, then expect to hear that from the employees.
The Nexus S doesn't have the popularity of the iPhone, so I'd assume supply/demand will just be fine. Possibly, a Best Buy located in a populated area would get more in stock than those that aren't. Just my guess.
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Did you read their FAQ? They stated that they are currently spreading the news among all Best Buys. It just takes time and if the manager of the stores don't tell the employees, then expect to hear that from the employees.
The Nexus S doesn't have the popularity of the iPhone, so I'd assume supply/demand will just be fine. Possibly, a Best Buy located in a populated area would get more in stock than those that aren't. Just my guess.
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ya i know, im just trying to be sure, because Id hate to be without a phone, I do business on my phone so not having one would really suck.
Talking to some managers they said that Sunday is the "new product ad drop"
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ya ive only seen one person with a N1 as well but you forget the N1 was only sold online and not advertised at all...maybe we will see an ad campaign starting Monday
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Ive only seen 1 person also
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Am I the only one seeing the Nexus S ads on these very forums? (HTC ads come up too).
It's funny talking about the Nexus S with the ad flying around in that ad bar...
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Am I the only one seeing the Nexus S ads on these very forums? (HTC ads come up too).
It's funny talking about the Nexus S with the ad flying around in that ad bar...
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I believe the ads are handled by google so figure if your searching for Nexus S on google you will get targeted ads, and this is a phone site so it makes sense
Only 157 best buy mobile stores will have the phone, thats the latest info i heard
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Only 157 best buy mobile stores will have the phone, thats the latest info i heard
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From where or is this a secret source that you can't tell us? Just wandering.
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From where or is this a secret source that you can't tell us? Just wandering.
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Ive been on the phone with Best Buy/NExus S Call center since 10 AM PST and up until 4PM I was told that they have no information that they can tell me. But then on one of my batches of calls they all told me the same thing, 157 Best Buy stores/Best buy mobile will be getting them.
But i was also told buy one of the reps, who i talked to for a good 45 minutes about the subject that they get new information every day and i should continue calling them because they give out info as they get it
He says that by the 14th they should have information as to what stores will be getting the NS.
Take it for what its worth, thats just the info i got from them . Just doing some digging of my own but i will be calling to see if there is anything new they can tell me and ill keep you guys updated if anything
You know, I really don't think it'll be out of stock. You should be able to get a piece easily.
I ordered a Aria (refurb.) for a penny, now the wait. Fedex says the 29th.
Ok ok dog!
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I ordered a Aria (refurb.) for a penny, now the wait. Fedex says the 29th.
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same here but I did mine a day before you... so mine will be here tomorrow before 3 ;-)
Welcome to the club guys! What phones are you coming from?
I have a Fuze, I would like to move to Windows Phone 7 but I want to wait till it is developed further. Looks like a decent phone and can't beat the price. lol
I ordered a pair on the 23rd and received them on the 24th. Coming from Windows Mobile 6.5 and Palm Pre, the switch is very welcome. Lots of reviews call it a budget Android phone. That may be true, but this budget phone is much more functional than others I've used over the years. I'll bet you'll like it.
For the price it should hold me over till ATT comes out with something I really WANT. I need a new toy. Android seems like there is a lot to learn, which I welcome so should be fun.
Got my Aria
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I ordered a Aria (refurb.) for a penny, now the wait. Fedex says the 29th.
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I got my Aria from Wirefly.com online for FREE!!!
I found a few threads about wireless tethering but nothing about wired tethering. Is the Aria able to tether over usb out of the box from ATT or does something need to be done?
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I found a few threads about wireless tethering but nothing about wired tethering. Is the Aria able to tether over usb out of the box from ATT or does something need to be done?
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No, the AT&T Aria does not support wired tethering either out of the box. You will need to install a tethering app. There are a few options in the Market, but you will need to put your Aria in 'Airplane' mode and then make a WiFi connection and access the Market in that manner to search for tethering apps. If you connect to the Market via the AT&T network, they filter out searches for tethering apps.
Thank you, I had read about the airplane mode trick and "tethering apps" just didn't see anything about wired tethering.
HUH?
Doesnt blocking certain sites now violate the new net neutrality? LMAO
The Aria is a great phone with great potential. Despite being a 'mid grade' phone, it's awesome. Very reliable. GPS is great and Camera is great too. Screw Samsung
I agree the aria is a great phone it destroys my old HTC Touch and crappy windows mobile.
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Doesnt blocking certain sites now violate the new net neutrality? LMAO
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Not sure if it applies in this case, but wireless providers were specifically excluded from a large portion of the new FCC rules.
911jason said:
Welcome to the club guys! What phones are you coming from?
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dont laugh... but lg shine (lol). I have been using this one as my others broke. My previous was an orange mobile branded htc kaiser (with the 2 cameras). I brought an iphone for my aunt on my account, so now that my 2 year wait period is up, I now have an aria lol.
Does any kind of screen protector come with the phone, my Fuze came with 1. I don't see one listed anywhere.
OK Dog said:
Does any kind of screen protector come with the phone, my Fuze came with 1. I don't see one listed anywhere.
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being mine was used it did. You can order them for cheap off ebay. I just got a 5 pack for 3.45 (free shipping)
typically all you get with the new phone is a 2GB SD card, Headphones, user manual. thats it. protector film is pretty cheap to buy anyway
Yeah they are cheap, I can't stand a scratched screen, wanted to know if I needed to get something now.
Ok Now...
I have decided to get one of these 6800's..
I intend to put my AT$T sim card in the thing so I can use it as my weekender.
Web, phone, SMS, txt,video calls, emails.. etc... Do it ALL just like a Galaxy Note..
So I'd like some hints on where to buy from..
I want to make sure that I get the correct version (unlocked, international; quadband? At$t ready.)..
And price should matter as well into the choice...
So please post your recommendations here....
I will get one within a few days..
Thanks to all who read this and thanks to all who reply..
All replies are welcomed and encouraged..
Thanks again.. jh
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Samsung...US_Tablets&hash=item41613498a3#ht_4617wt_1413
This seller is tops. You'll get your unlocked P6800 from Singapore within a few business days.
Negri Electronics is also a good option. Type "gift" in the coupon line and get $30 off.
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Negri Electronics is also a good option. Type "gift" in the coupon line and get $30 off.
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Thanks guys..
I just pulled the trigger @ Negri.... 638 and change...
Now we wait.......
ps.. Do you'se think that ICS will come out for this 6800???
It was on a list of devices that Samsung Italy released would receive ICS. I am not holding my breath for when it will happen but I would guess it will. This seems to be their premier device so I would think they would want to.
does anyone know if Negri ships to Canada?
i just tried their website and it's broken
it loads partially the rest it throws database errors, i'm not so sure if can trust that business if they can't even maintain their website working properly
SGBEST.com?
I was browsing around and stumbled upon sgbest.com website in Singapore. Anyone ever use them? Looked like the 7.7 wifi only would run $575 with shipping to the US.
no way i'm not buying anything from those Asian based shippings
not for something worth $700
for a cheap $3 accessories i don't mind, but for something some expensive i want original
same reason why i've not yet put any order on any of those ebay sellers, as they are.... not trust worthy IMO
jus pulled the trigger too. thanks for the discount code. now i jus gotta keep my mind off it til it gets here.
I also bought mine from ebay, user rose528400. Free one day shipping and they included US adapter. No problems.
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no way i'm not buying anything from those Asian based shippings
not for something worth $700
for a cheap $3 accessories i don't mind, but for something some expensive i want original
same reason why i've not yet put any order on any of those ebay sellers, as they are.... not trust worthy IMO
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Several users here, myself included, had no issues quickly getting the 7.7 from the seller I linked above.
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Several users here, myself included, had no issues quickly getting the 7.7 from the seller I linked above.
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From SGBest? Were there any custom's or duty fees?
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From SGBest? Were there any custom's or duty fees?
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From this ebay seller:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Samsung...US_Tablets&hash=item41613498a3#ht_4843wt_1297
Judging by their volume, they're probably a retail outlet in Singapore. There were no duty or customs fees, although the insert did say "personal documents". Whatever.
well... I am happy to save 37 US $$ and wait 3-5 more days... I can use that dough for a case and screen protex.. and may be a 5$ Sub sandwich.... cold cut combo!!!! toasted.
Speaking of cases and screen protex.....?? is there a thread yet??
one more question...
I see alot of the peoples avatars show a country flag and a cell provider....
hmmmm.. I gue4s I need to figgure out how to do mine....
thanks all... jh
"User CP" on the top menu.
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one more question...
I see alot of the peoples avatars show a country flag and a cell provider....
hmmmm.. I gue4s I need to figgure out how to do mine....
thanks all... jh
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Just placed a back order for 7.7 wifi from Negri...now to play the waiting game.
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"User CP" on the top menu.
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Thanks pa64..
hey I work with a guy from Accra..
He came here about 15 years ago.. nice dude!
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I was browsing around and stumbled upon sgbest.com website in Singapore. Anyone ever use them? Looked like the 7.7 wifi only would run $575 with shipping to the US.
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I bought mine from them. No problems at all. But I do live in Singapore and went to their office to collect...my precious...personally, from someone who turns out to speak with a Korean accent to boot.
I just pulled the trigger on one from ebay. the seller has sold 7 in the last month and no bad ratings. Got it for $550 + $10 shipping for 2 day fedex. Can't wait till it gets here! I also got a case from cellguru before the price increase and sounds like they are out of stock now too
did you guys get an USB cable? mine only came with charger :\
I've purchased my last two Notes from www.networkingrus.com , I have to say it is one of the best, if not the best, online retailer that I have dealt with. Service is first rate, with excellent and fast communication and very fast shipping. Just wanted to throw that out there in case someone was looking for a great place to get one!
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I've purchased my last two Notes from www.networkingrus.com , I have to say it is one of the best, if not the best, online retailer that I have dealt with. Service is first rate, with excellent and fast communication and very fast shipping. Just wanted to throw that out there in case someone was looking for a great place to get one!
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Why does it say works with AT&T 4G?
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Why does it say works with AT&T 4G?
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Because using "G's" is a marketing ploy. AT&T market's its HSPA+ network as being "4G" even though it's basically a refinement of "3G" UMTS.
So, to the average consumer, who doesn't know/care what the difference between "4G" and "4G LTE" is, they just think they're buying the latest and greatest.
kramdens said:
I've purchased my last two Notes from www.networkingrus.com , I have to say it is one of the best, if not the best, online retailer that I have dealt with. Service is first rate, with excellent and fast communication and very fast shipping. Just wanted to throw that out there in case someone was looking for a great place to get one!
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Site looks fishy, is it legit?
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Because using "G's" is a marketing ploy. AT&T market's its HSPA+ network as being "4G" even though it's basically a refinement of "3G" UMTS.
So, to the average consumer, who doesn't know/care what the difference between "4G" and "4G LTE" is, they just think they're buying the latest and greatest.
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Ahh! Thank you! This had me confused because all I've been reading is "NO 4G in the states" lol
Does look kinda fishy but it looks like they sell on eBay and Amazon too?
I know Negri electronics has rubbed some people the wrong way but I ordered my Note 2 from them on Monday afternoon and it arrived at my door in Vancouver on Tuesday morning.
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Site looks fishy, is it legit?
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Definitely not. He really is great to deal with. Just drop him an email and you will see. Very good communication and very fast.
I and a few of my friends have dealt with www.networkingrus.com. They are legite. Customer support is the best of the best. Check out their warranties also. Well worth picking up the accidental warranties. I've smashed 3 phones and it only cost me $25 each time to have them completely repaired.
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I've purchased my last two Notes from www.networkingrus.com , I have to say it is one of the best, if not the best, online retailer that I have dealt with. Service is first rate, with excellent and fast communication and very fast shipping. Just wanted to throw that out there in case someone was looking for a great place to get one!
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Thanks for your introduction, If I want to buy, I'll think about it!!
Thanks for the link! Cheaper than ebay and amazon PLUS warranty! Looks like they'll be getting my business.
Why wouldn't you just get a new one from Negeri's eBay page for $679.50 with $13.59 back in eBay bucks? Net cost = $665.91. With a 14-day return policy?
Just curious. Of course, this assumes you are in the US.
From the site it's 669 for the note 2. So only marginally more than eBay. Plus I can add accidental warranty. I emailed the site with some questions about warranty and they responded at 1am their time within like 30 minutes. That deserves my business.