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N7 companion = Ipad3 or Asus Infinity?

I bought my wife a N7 and we really like it, now I need to get myself one. But the limited 16GB storage ain't cutting it and the wimpy little speakers from N7 is another negative. I'm aware of getting OTG usb adapter to run thumb drive with stickmount app but I don't want to deal with the hassle of having a dildo looking thing hanging down from the N7 tablet when i'm on the go. I don't care about custom rom either, have already tried several ROMs for the N7 in both development sections and none impresses me, they all have bugs, lag, and other crap, so I restored our N7 back to stock and it's butter smooth and couldn't be happier. I'm looking into ipad 3 64GB version or the Asus Infinity 64GB, the latter have SD slot but I keep hearing how the Asus have quality problem so I'm a bit reluctant to get another Asus. I know I would definitely enjoy the Retina display from ipad 3, i have seen one in person and it's all eye candy! Does anybody own both the N7 + ipad 3 or infinity? what's your thought?

I primarily use an iPad 3rd gen (32gb wifi). Just won an N7 thanks to ProClip, and and have found myself using it as my reading device with great success. I would recommend the iPad for the app selection alone.
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If you're not using custom ROMs and are asking this forum whether to get an ipad or an android tablet, you're either a troll or just clueless.
In either situation, I recommend you get an iPad and find a different forum.

I have a ipad 3 32GB wifi and a nexus 7. You can't go wrong with the retina display the ipad has. Like you said, It's eye candy. I do love the N7 because of it's portability. It's small, can fit in your pocket if you have big enough pockets.. I love them both. Glad I have them both!

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I have a ipad 3 32GB wifi and a nexus 7. You can't go wrong with the retina display the ipad has. Like you said, It's eye candy. I do love the N7 because of it's portability. It's small, can fit in your pocket if you have big enough pockets.. I love them both. Glad I have them both!
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Glad to hear, we already have 2 Android phones running on UKB roms along with the N7 on stock JB now, but never own anything from apple so I thought why not throw in a bit of variety? when i have the itch to flash custom roms I can always do it on the Dinc2 or the N7 so I ain't missing anything. The Retina display would be the top reason to get the Ipad 3, that long with bigger storage. I'm using the NEC PA271W on my PC for photo and video editing so I'm a bit spoiled by wide gamut display, the ipad 3 is as close to sRGB as we can get at this point in time. fishfuzz also bring up a good point, app selection, but is the long charging time really that bad on the ipad 3?

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Glad to hear, we already have 2 Android phones running on UKB roms along with the N7 on stock JB now, but never own anything from apple so I thought why not throw in a bit of variety? when i have the itch to flash custom roms I can always do it on the Dinc2 or the N7 so I ain't missing anything. The Retina display would be the top reason to get the Ipad 3, that long with bigger storage. I'm using the NEC PA271W on my PC for photo and video editing so I'm a bit spoiled by wide gamut display, the ipad 3 is as close to sRGB as we can get at this point in time. fishfuzz also bring up a good point, app selection, but is the long charging time really that bad on the ipad 3?
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At least a full night to full charge it .. especially if it's at 0.

I have both the IPad 3 and N7 and they are pretty good companions. The N7 gets used more here as it has that perfect size and we here all have Android phones. But for any critical viewing or listening we use the IPad.
If you want to spend the money go get the 64GB IPad, it's an excellent tablet and the image quality is unbeatable. The only other Android tablet would consider is the T700 and like you I have issues with trying out another Asus tablet.

Well this is a nexus forum lol... But what are u looking for in a tablet? As much as I hate apple, I will agree that they do make a quality product that is very user friendly that and they have a nice selection of apps. Memory is always important and the n7 Deff lacks memory but I have a usb otg. Also keep in mind that the ipad mini will be available soon so if size is a factor than u will have 2 options available.
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Never support Apple.
I am personally waiting for the windows tabs to come out. I am leaning towards the surface or Ativ tab.

I wanted a 7'' tablet, so ipad was no option anyway.
...and i hate apple.
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I've had a tf101 and a tf201 and no issues regarding build quality. What really annoys me about Asus tablets, and the reason I won't buy another, is that you need to unlock the bootloader to root and once is unlocked you can't ever receive over the air updates again.
If Asus won't allow me to make my tablet resellable again after rooting, I'm looking elsewhere.
I did consider a galaxy note 10.1 but the display resolution is a bit low for a 10" tab. It looks ok just text in particular just isn't that sharp.
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I have iPad3 and nexus 7. I had the tf101. The prior comments on iPad3 are true, but no one mentions the relatively sloowwwwww CPU. At the speed the market is moving, I would wait for something that has nexus 7 relative speed, iPad3 relative screen + GPU, thin and light.
The nexus 7 is nicely balanced on CPU, GPU, pixel density, screen vibrancy, energy use, responsiveness, etc. The crop of tablets next year should be able to do this, in a larger screen. I would wait.
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If you're not using custom ROMs and are asking this forum whether to get an ipad or an android tablet, you're either a troll or just clueless.
In either situation, I recommend you get an iPad and find a different forum.
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Awsome !

Should I buy One

Hey Guys, I'm considering buying the Nexus 7 and was hoping to get some opinions on it vs the other 7'' tabs out there. Any pros / cons, battery life.. stuff like that. Thanks for any help

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=nexus+7+reviews
Most people here will say yes, seeing as it's the Nexus forum. Read/watch your own reviews and make up your own mind.
I would also say "yes", however. It's a great little device.

I had an iPad 3. I love the size of the Nexus 7. The screen is not as bright and vivid, but I still ended up selling my iPad and keeping the Nexus 7.

I figured I'd get mostly positive opinions, after watching / reading all the reviews I figured I'd try to solicit some good honest user generated feedback. Sometimes you read the reviews and its hard to tell if they have an agenda associated with them. Thanks for the feedback!

I just sold my TouchPad which was running a solid version of CM9 and gave my wife my Nook Color which is running CM10 in favor of my Nexus 7. After a year with a 10" tablet and a couple of years with the Nook Color I determined that the 7" form factor works best for me. I prefer the build quality of the Nook Color over the Nexus but I like the size of the Nexus and of course the updated hardware specifications better than the Nook. I haven't put my Nexus down long enough to establish the battery life under normal conditions (I have only had it for 10 days) but it seems reasonable. The first few nights it drained more than I wanted with the screen off but after turning off sync on various applications, the GPS (when I am not using it), and setting the WIFI to sleep when the screen is off it holds it's charge pretty well. Rating: :good::good:

I came from a 10" touchpad. I rarely even use my laptop anymore. So rarely my girl wants me to sell it. I love my tab...its perfect.
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Love it, have no regrets, does seem pointless at times but never use my laptop anymore. Just my desktop or this badboy

I had my N7 since July and it took me a few days to like the smaller size but now I love it. There is only one App on my Apple that I want that isn't on Android but it is a game and not a big deal.
For $250 you can get 32GB N7 or for $299 32GB w/ cell modem that are all cheaper than any iPad. N7 has a lot of specs better than the new iPad Mini that would cost $559 to match the same features as the $299 N7.

Thank you guys for your input I def appreciate it. I'm by no means fluent at all things android but I do love to have a rooted device. I rooted my S3, is its similar or more difficult to gain root access and would you say there are a decent amount of Roms to choose from?? Thanks again

It's SUPER easy to root and unlock a nexus 7 just use wugsfresh toolkit
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The Nexus 7 is great.
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okay to good as standalone device. GREAT when it's connected to wifi.

It has been more than enough for web browsing compared to using my phone, and for gaming it is great.

you should wait a week or so and get the 3g version.

Thanks for the opinions guys! I Think I will def. pick up the 7. Is the 3g one going to be available for Verizon? I saw something about it coming with ATT and you can get pre-paid Data cards is that the only option?

Still viable ?

Hi guys
Was thinking of picking up a N7 tomorrow.
Was just wondering if it's still worth it ?
I've got an N4 and wanted to get a N10 but unfortunately its still put of stock here in the UK
I do like the size of the N7 and think it would be good for at work
Just wondering the guts that own one if you didn't have it now would you still buy one tomorrow?
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I bought two last week, no regrets. Works flawlessly and the amount of power you get for the money is amazing value. Having said that though, I wanted the N7. If you want the N10 and are only getting the 7 due to stock issues then you might end up feeling like you wish you had waited for the N10.
Decide what you really want and what purpose you want one for, then go for the one that suits. Unless you have money to burn of course.

Well I just bought a second one for my wife for Christmas - so I must think they are a good value.

From a value standpoint it truly can bit new beat. Especially if you plan to get the WiFi only version
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My n7 gets less use since my n4 arrived. Pretty much 'cause most apps look and feel identical on it. If I had the n4 first, and knew in advance that there were very few tablet apps for the n7, I would have opted for an iPad.

Was just about to by it and tour comment is sort of swaying me not to now
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I don't see why not to buy it.
The 7in. form factor is excellent.
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I have an HTC One X with CM10 and an iPad retina and I just picked up a Nexus 7 because I finally convinced myself there was a use case for a 7 in form factor. Reading. I even have an eInk kindle as well, but the N7 is my go to reading device now. I don't care to read longform text on the iPad because it feels awkward reading single column text on a screen that big, and two column text doesn't work much better. But the N7 is much closer in size and, more importantly, weight to a real book, and it also allows me to access more content than my kindle, so the compromise is fantastic. I also admit that I may have a gadget addiction problem.
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I think the N7 is the perfect size. I was in staples a few weeks back and they had the N7 and N10 side by side. Holding the N10 felt like I was holding a cafeteria tray and looked more like a device that you would prop up as a monitor and hook a mouse and keyboard to. This coming from a guy that's 6'3". Felt awkward in my hands. The N7 is the perfect size for my hands for typing on the keyboard. I can't see holding the N10 and typing while holding unless you hold it like a tray that waitresses do.
Isn't the only difference between the N7 and N10 is the screen size which is obvious and the rear facing camera? Other than that the same internals?
I'd say go for the N7. Bigger isn't always better unless you're a woman lol.
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Depends on the size you need. I think 7" is perfect, not too small, not too big (unless you want something like ipad, go then n10 then). Afaik hw is the same, except for the camera and who takes photos with tablets anyways?
Tl;dr go for it, if you can live with a 7" tablet
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Well if are one of those insufferable iPad owners sticking that big old thing up in the air like your holding a sign up at a wwe raw show. Then yes lol
I think apple saw Google and the other tablet makers was right about the 7 in being the perfect size as they came out with a smaller iPad.
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God yes. I even got the16gb days b4 they put out 32gb and I'm not really bothered- it's that good (I did complain and got £25 voucher from both Asus and PCWorld )
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The 10 does have better specs than the 7, but not $200 worth IMO, and it's too large for my purposes, may as well carry my laptop around. I like the fact I can slip the 7 in my back pocket when I need my hands free (would never sit on it though).
As for being viable, definitely. I do believe it's quite possibly the best deal you can get for the money in the electronic world.
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Anyone here have the Note 2 and Nexus 7??

I'm beating myself up over her thinking about if it want the Nexus 7 or not. I remember having the first nexus 7 when it came out and I barely used it but now the specs on this new one looks pretty impressive especially with the talks of the screen. Just wondering how much I will use it if I use my Note 2 for everything. Just wanted some input.
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I have both...and trying N7 out for a week or 2.
If it was one or the other It'd come down to the T-Mobile N7 vs the Note 3. Having both is really redundant.
We note users like big screens so we'd definitely look at replacing for that reason.! ...screens great on N7.
Not having S-Pen is not an issue with me.
Speed wise they're not that much different (course my Note is rooted, this is not).
On a either-or basis tho the camera would definitely swing me to the Note 3. It'd be great if the camera hardware were hackable!
As of this moment, I'll have the Note 3 come September, not the Nexus 7.

tee00max said:
I'm beating myself up over her thinking about if it want the Nexus 7 or not. I remember having the first nexus 7 when it came out and I barely used it but now the specs on this new one looks pretty impressive especially with the talks of the screen. Just wondering how much I will use it if I use my Note 2 for everything. Just wanted some input.
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Note 2 owner here. Admittedly the N7 has taken over most of the phone duties when I'm at home, the screen resolution and real estate lends itself to a much better browser experience since full webpages are still legible without zooming thanks to the high res screen. Also, the IPS display on the N7 produces much more natural colors - which is an added bonus to photographers like myself...photos are way too saturated to view/edit on Samsung amoled screens.
So ultimately, it worked out great for me mainly because of the screen - high res and more accurate color reproduction means I can finally do some light photo editing on a portable device! Gaming is great, native controller support, vanilla android works smoothly, and the tablet itself is just small enough for me to take along as a 2nd device. Also, phone battery now lasts longer so I can worry less when I have to go out and do something later in the day. I do have to point out that at this point, my Note 2 still outperforms the N7 on some tasks. Maybe because it's got less pixels to push?
The N7 is definitely still worth a look if you're a Note 2 user, imo.

When I got my N2 in November 2012 I immediately stopped using my original N7. Both devices were so similar in size that it felt redundant to use the tablet. I sold the tablet and used the phone as my only device. I eventually sold my N2 because it was too big to carry around. I never used the N2 stylus anyway. I replaced it with a Galaxy S4 which fits in my pockets much better and only half an inch smaller in screen size. plus it's 1920x1080 and higher pixel density. I got the new N7 and I love it. The N7 screen is much nicer than the N2. I think having the S4 for use on-the-go, and the new N7 for use at home is the best combo. I also like Touchwiz on phones and prefer vanilla Android on tablets.

I have both. I've personally never thought of the Note 2 as a tablet replacement. To me it's a large smartphone that helps me be more efficient at work. The new N7 with that sexy display is just much more comfortable to do casual browsing, reading, and video watching on. I'd recommend picking one up from Best Buy and seeing if it works for you. If not, they have a great return policy of course.

I have both and can't recommend the nexus enough. Definitely worth having both

cj31016 said:
I have both. I've personally never thought of the Note 2 as a tablet replacement. To me it's a large smartphone that helps me be more efficient at work. The new N7 with that sexy display is just much more comfortable to do casual browsing, reading, and video watching on. I'd recommend picking one up from Best Buy and seeing if it works for you. If not, they have a great return policy of course.
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+1...got mine from Best Buy as well and love using both. A big smartphone and a mini tablet are the prefect combo!
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Yeah I think I'm going to go with it. I'm probably good off with the 16gb because I don't play games at all on my devices and plan on using it for mostly browsing and watching my device dogfights and things like that on it. Think I'm going to head to Best Buy when I get off and check it out. Thanks everyone for your advice!!
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I also have both and the screen on the N7 has made it my go to device for everything. If I could put a phone line on this thing I'd get rid of the Note 2. I'm aware of the phone calling apps BTW.
Edit. Go with the 32g model if you're going to keep it for a while. Just my opinion.
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tee00max said:
I'm beating myself up over her thinking about if it want the Nexus 7 or not. I remember having the first nexus 7 when it came out and I barely used it but now the specs on this new one looks pretty impressive especially with the talks of the screen. Just wondering how much I will use it if I use my Note 2 for everything. Just wanted some input.
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Yes the specs on the N7 are an improvement but you probably won't use the new N7 more if you do everything with your Note 2 already. Save your money and forget about it unless you're just looking for a reason to spend money and get a shiny new toy just for the sake of having one. If that is the case, just do it and don't ask people from thw Internet for affirmation.
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I've got the Note 2 and both N7. I've been using my note 2 more but that's because I couldn't figure out what rom to stick with on my original N7. My coworkers still laugh though at the size of the note 2. They pretty much compare it to a tablet
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Thanks everyone for the responses. I think I'm going to pick one up because I do lots of browsing and to give my phone a break and have a bigger screen would be a plus. And besides I hate browsing around on my computer.
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Own both. Note II is good but N7 2013 is better and what I've been using more of lately.

I have both and haven't had a chance with the N7 much. I'm trying to use my phone less and the N7 more at home for everything just because then I don't have to keep lugging my laptop home from work all the time, and just remote in.
But wow...talk about screen difference! Going back to my note 2 after looking at the N7...it's kind of painful.

when I get off in a few minutes I'm going to my local games top to pick up a 32gb version. They had 1 left!
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tee00max said:
when I get off in a few minutes I'm going to my local games top to pick up a 32gb version. They had 1 left!
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Obviously it's your call but I'm sure you won't regret it! (Btw, it's definitely worth the extra dough for the 32gb model)
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Why did you get a Nexus 7?

We all know this is an amazing device, but why did you get yours? I'm sure 80% of those reading this own both a nexus 7(2013) and a smartphone released within the last 2 years.
Why did you get a Nexus 7(2013) especially if you have a newer smart phone?
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Processor, screen res, and price point.

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Processor, screen res, and price point.
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This + LTE support for me.
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DustCrow said:
We all know this is an amazing device, but why did you get yours? I'm sure 80% of those reading this own both a nexus 7(2013) and a smartphone released within the last 2 years.
Why did you get a Nexus 7(2013) especially if you have a newer smart phone?
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I have the HTC ONE but wanted a tablet around the 7" size for travel.
I chose the Nexus 7 32 gb due to price, screen and size. I'm happy with my decision and it's a great companion to my phone.
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I already had a 10" TF700T with a dock and I bought the 2012 N7 as an impulse buy and thought I would end up returning it. Wrong! I ended up loving the 7" form factor. I upgraded to the 2013 because I wanted a 32GB version (my 2012 is 16GB) and I have to say I like this even more than the 1st gen.

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I already had a 10" TF700T with a dock and I bought the 2012 N7 as an impulse buy and thought I would end up returning it. Wrong! I ended up loving the 7" form factor. I upgraded to the 2013 because I wanted a 32GB version (my 2012 is 16GB) and I have to say I like this even more than the 1st gen.
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Wow... I was in the exact same situation! Ended up selling the TF700T and dock on Amazon to cover the purchase of my deb.
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Wow... I was in the exact same situation! Ended up selling the TF700T and dock on Amazon to cover the purchase of my deb.
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I've been lucky with my TF700T - I haven't run into the performance issues so many others have seen. With 64GB internal memory, plus a 64GB microSD in it, and another 64GB card in the dock it has tons of on-board memory - and then it has the USB port in the dock with enough juice to power a 1TB drive attached, making it excellent for playing ripped movies on the beautiful 10" screen. So for me, one does not replace the other, just makes for more flexible choices. But I do spend far more time on the N7 now.

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I've been lucky with my TF700T - I haven't run into the performance issues so many others have seen. With 64GB internal memory, plus a 64GB microSD in it, and another 64GB card in the dock it has tons of on-board memory - and then it has the USB port in the dock with enough juice to power a 1TB drive attached, making it excellent for playing ripped movies on the beautiful 10" screen. So for me, one does not replace the other, just makes for more flexible choices. But I do spend far more time on the N7 now.
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You're one of the lucky ones... Mine (32GB) was riddled with I/O problems due to the slow memory... It was basically unusable. I was a bit unsure of the nexus because I felt burned by Asus on that, but I've been very happy with this product.
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Cuz i got the 16gb for 140 that was used for a month!

To take camping, being smaller than my TF101. And I don't have to transcode every 720p or 1080p video from high profile H264 to baseline. And I love the screen. Don't love the lack of micro SD slot, but the meenova OTG adaptor fixes that.

I've now got 4 of them and using them to build a Home Media System (to replace an older Intercom System) - pics and details in this thread.
http://yabb.jriver.com/interact/index.php?topic=83560.0
One particular issue is trying to replace the simple "Page" function of the old intercom. I'm currently using Skype but it does not cut the mustard, though thankfully the developer of "Android Intercom" https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.androidintercom&hl=en seems keen to make some changes to support what I need. Just a simple way of pressing a button and turning on two way comms between the tablets so you can say "Dinner" and the Kids can say "Coming"!
Edit, the N7 is perfect for this project as it has:
- Wireless Charging (so I can mount Qi chargers behind the picture frame)
- Touch to Wake (thanks for the ElementalX Kernal)
- Playback all the media thanks to JRiver's Gizmo
- The Speakers are OK (not great but OK)
- Stable, they don't seem to crash/hang
- Good Screen
- Cheap!

Great screen resolution,
Price,
Google Android update,
7 inch form factor.

* I love to try out ROMs
* DraStic emulator. Size is perfect for it.
* Reading manga, comics. Again size and display...
* Display is epic
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For me, I wanted a 7 inch tablet to replace my 1st edition nook color, the main purpose was for reading books. I went with the nexus 7 because of the screen and price point, didn't see much point in getting something like the kindle when the N7 screen blows everything else out of the water.

I havegalaxy note (2011) and i use my note for surfing webs but the note is very laggy and it still has outdated android 4.0 (i didnt rooted it)
So i choose nexus 7 32 gb cause of better screen fast cpu etc and nexus 7 is an EPIC device. Everything is fast. the screen is awsome and i think every penny u spend on this device is worth it! And im looking forward for android 4.4 update.
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Use in bed, tablet on my beer belly. Better than laptop.

1080p display was the single sufficient reason for me. Everything else is just bonus. Loving it to the core

I got it for 3 main reasons.
1. Aviation. 7 inch is perfect for a tiny airplane.
2. So I can view IP camera while I focus them.
3. It's pretty *****in.
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Because I still can't find a phone worthy of replacing my Samsung Galaxy SII. (That's right you read that correctly the 2)
N7 let's me stay on the cutting edge of stock Android goodness, while still enjoying Cyanogenmod on my GSII - which IMHO is the perfect physical form factor while still having enough muscle under the hood...
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I wanted a small tablet and also an Android device. This is perfect for both, it's fast, light and small and the price is great.