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nexus 7 with ics and no apps

Okay so I've tried searching all over the place for this but can't find anyone with the same trouble I'm having.
The problem is my nexus 7 has basically everything missing, every google app isn't there, play store, gmail, you tube etc. all missing.
There was no sign up process when i booted up, and it's running ics version 4.0.3. Instead of jelly bean.
The only thing i can do is browse Web pages.
There also a tab in settings called developer options.
Any ideas? I'm wondering if i got a developer version by mistake?
i'm basically missing everything and can't do much at all with it.
Thanks, Matt

Strange maybe they sent you a test device on accident. I'd just flash the stock software that Google released.
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Mattuhh said:
Okay so I've tried searching all over the place for this but can't find anyone with the same trouble I'm having.
The problem is my nexus 7 has basically everything missing, every google app isn't there, play store, gmail, you tube etc. all missing.
There was no sign up process when i booted up, and it's running ics version 4.0.3. Instead of jelly bean.
The only thing i can do is browse Web pages.
There also a tab in settings called developer options.
Any ideas? I'm wondering if i got a developer version by mistake?
i'm basically missing everything and can't do much at all with it.
Thanks, Matt
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They might have shipped a pre-production model by mistake, or something similar.
If you're used to rooting Android, you can grab the stock images here: http://goo.gl/p0W2s. Otherwise, just bring it to wherever you bought it and get a replacement.

There are factory images for the device available from Google that can return you to a shipping Jelly Bean build. See here:
https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images
It's a fairly simple process, but it does require some basic setup on your desktop computer. You'll need the ability to use fastboot. If you're not up for that the easiest thing to do would be to just exchange the unit.
Edit - identical advice as above. Great minds think alike

Thanks for the replies, I'll have to try and flash the firmware when I get home tomorrow.
I'll let you know if I bork it up

Wonder if there's any hardware difference between this and the retail versions, could be worth something.
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jabsys said:
Wonder if there's any hardware difference between this and the retail versions, could be worth something.
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That would be nice if it was but I'm guessing hardware wise is probably identical, not sure how I'd check to be honest

We'll I'm having no luck fixing this little problem at the moment.
I've tried using the Nexus Root Toolkit v1.5 but due to having ics I can't seem to get it to work, I am close to giving up trying haha.
here's a few screen captures, anyone's devices have anything different?
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Mattuhh said:
We'll I'm having no luck fixing this little problem at the moment.
I've tried using the Nexus Root Toolkit v1.5 but due to having ics I can't seem to get it to work, I am close to giving up trying haha.
here's a few screen captures, anyone's devices have anything different?
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You don't need root, you just need to use fastboot. Are you on Windows, Mac, Linux?

bedoig said:
You don't need root, you just need to use fastboot. Are you on Windows, Mac, Linux?
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that's the bit I'm having trouble with, Im on windows 7 64bit

Mattuhh said:
that's the bit I'm having trouble with, Im on windows 7 64bit
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Really just return it. That's the strangest screw-up I've seen in a while. Unless time is a factor, exchange it. There may be issues with the hardware in a test device, so I would just play it safe (even though fastboot is super easy and fast). And, I'm guessing this is your first Android device, so please don't let this ruin your experience.

ICS runs in full tablet mode on the nexus 7? And somehow doesn't cut off words in the settings menu like the tablet mode hacks for JB?
That's either interesting or fishy
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dump the rom on there and post it im interested in giving it a once over, here is a how to http://androidforums.com/a75-all-th...t-way-rom-dump-rom-dump-method-any-phone.html

Are all Nexus 7s model number "me370t"? If not, then you have the MeMO 370T firmware, which was the base for Nexus 7.

Sell it and buy a new one lol

The developer options is nothing special... Thats been there since ICS. It's supposed to be there.
But I've seen a few other reports around here that also have that Asus firmware loaded on them. Not sure if they were able to get the stock loaded onto it, or if they swapped out for another one.
Let me guess, you had a pretty tree set as your background image on first boot up?

This kinda sucks for you but I think its really cool at the same time haha. Its cool how it says me370t for the model since the n7 is basically the same device minus a stylus built in
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before you take that back let the devs get a dump of that image it could potentially have something interesting in the software of firmware.

Eric_Eric_Eric said:
Really just return it. That's the strangest screw-up I've seen in a while. Unless time is a factor, exchange it. There may be issues with the hardware in a test device, so I would just play it safe (even though fastboot is super easy and fast). And, I'm guessing this is your first Android device, so please don't let this ruin your experience.
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Yeah I am thinking that I'm going to have too, and it's my third Android device, I've got an SGS that's rooted with a custom rom, a Galaxy Note and now this tablet. I've never had problems with messing with software on a device before, but for some reason fastboot just wont play ball on this device
itscro said:
ICS runs in full tablet mode on the nexus 7? And somehow doesn't cut off words in the settings menu like the tablet mode hacks for JB?
That's either interesting or fishy
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I don't know what you're talking about as this is the first tablet I've ever owned but I think fishy or interesting isn't the word I would use, annoying as hell more like lol
aaronpoweruser said:
dump the rom on there and post it im interested in giving it a once over, here is a how to http://androidforums.com/a75-all-th...t-way-rom-dump-rom-dump-method-any-phone.html
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Haha okay I will do my best, but I'm not particularly good at Android tinkering
zivan56 said:
Are all Nexus 7s model number "me370t"? If not, then you have the MeMO 370T firmware, which was the base for Nexus 7.
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I haven't got a clue to be honest, I was assuming that was what they all were lol
tech_abbz said:
Sell it and buy a new one lol
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Probably going to have too >.<
regalpimpin said:
The developer options is nothing special... Thats been there since ICS. It's supposed to be there.
But I've seen a few other reports around here that also have that Asus firmware loaded on them. Not sure if they were able to get the stock loaded onto it, or if they swapped out for another one.
Let me guess, you had a pretty tree set as your background image on first boot up?
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you mean like this? lol
hic9582 said:
This kinda sucks for you but I think its really cool at the same time haha. Its cool how it says me370t for the model since the n7 is basically the same device minus a stylus built in
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yeah it's just my luck to be honest lol
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before you take that back let the devs get a dump of that image it could potentially have something interesting in the software of firmware.
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Yeah I will give it a go one day this week, I've had enough of messing with it trying to make it work for now, it's doing my head in haha

I agree, you should (must) dump the ROM and put it up for devs to look at. It's a shame you had your nexus experience marred by thus, but our devs can surely find some interesting things in the ICS build(ironically, this us how the touchpad got android, someone got one that shipped with GB, and the community was lucky enough to get to him before he wiped it).

Why can't I spend my $25 Play Store balance?

I bought a couple apps, and now it says "payment method declined" under my Play Store balance. What on earth is this?
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When you activated the N7 and signed into your gmail account, you should have gotten the $25 credit and an e-mail informing you of the credit. Did that happen? When you go to make a purchase, does the $25 credit show in the dropdown for payment method?

does it work if n7 bought in usa and exported to eu?
What Say this e mail exactly?
If you reset the device and changee mail you get 20$ again?
How do you register. Is there a code to enter?
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swisstourist said:
does it work if n7 bought in usa and exported to eu?
What Say this e mail exactly?
If you reset the device and changee mail you get 20$ again?
How do you register. Is there a code to enter?
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So you bought a used device and reset it when you received it in Europe and signed into Google?
There's no code, if you're eligible all you do is sign into your Google account for the setup screen and it activates the credit.
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Groid said:
When you activated the N7 and signed into your gmail account, you should have gotten the $25 credit and an e-mail informing you of the credit. Did that happen? When you go to make a purchase, does the $25 credit show in the dropdown for payment method?
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Yes, like I said, I bought two apps with it, but now it just says "payment declined" in the drop down menu.
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I dunno if it helps or not, but I haven't been able to use the credit for anything involving subscriptions (bummer, I wanted to subscribe to Slam magazine) but I had no issues buying individual issues
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I tried to use it to buy callrecorder, an I'm in Texas. No cheroot.
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TheBiles said:
Yes, like I said, I bought two apps with it, but now it just says "payment declined" in the drop down menu.
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Bumping because I have this same issue. Most apps will allow purchase, but some won't. When I e-mailed the devs to find out if they could choose to decline payments from Play Store credit, they said that they could not. I am rooted on stock, but my wife is having the same issue with this same app on her account (unrooted N7). I've contacted the play store and hope to post a response when if I find out anything.

Getting rid of that GT avatar would be a great first step

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Getting rid of that GT avatar would be a great first step
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U(sic)GA fans know how to use the internet?
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31Cats said:
Bumping because I have this same issue. Most apps will allow purchase, but some won't. When I e-mailed the devs to find out if they could choose to decline payments from Play Store credit, they said that they could not. I am rooted on stock, but my wife is having the same issue with this same app on her account (unrooted N7). I've contacted the play store and hope to post a response when if I find out anything.
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I was wondering if you (or anyone else) has received a response. I have the exact same problem right now and it is really annoying. I've got over $10 left over from that $25 credit and I can't use it.

TheBiles said:
I bought a couple apps, and now it says "payment method declined" under my Play Store balance. What on earth is this?
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Did you ask for a replacement? If yes, google might be holding money until they receive the broken device
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jamesst20 said:
Did you ask for a replacement? If yes, google might be holding money until they receive the broken device
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Nope. Same device.
Sent from my Nexus 7

I've having the issue too - only seems to be an issue with apps from certain devs. I've emailed the author of the app to see what's app. I'll post my finding when they reply...
I'm still able to purchase most apps with the credit without issue though.
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Ha! The author of the apps that I can't seem to purchase responding saying they they don't know why and basically told me to contact Google to find out why. I politely responded that *they* should contact Google - not me! Like I told them, they are the ones that are losing the sale here!
Not real encouraged by their "customer service", so I probably won't buy their apps anyway now!
By the way, the apps that I cannot seem to buy are from "Elecont Software" - the particular app that I wanted to buy was "eRadar HD". I'll just look for alternatives now....
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jtrosky said:
Ha! The author of the apps that I can't seem to purchase responding saying they they don't know why and basically told me to contact Google to find out why. I politely responded that *they* should contact Google - not me! Like I told them, they are the ones that are losing the sale here!
Not real encouraged by their "customer service", so I probably won't buy their apps anyway now!
By the way, the apps that I cannot seem to buy are from "Elecont Software" - the particular app that I wanted to buy was "eRadar HD". I'll just look for alternatives now....
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That's the same app I was trying to buy! Ended up buying it with real money anyways, and it's a great radar app.

Do you guys know where the dev lives by any chance? I was trying to buy an app from a guy in Barcelona, Spain and he was guessing it had something to do with Google not having all of their payment services up and running there. If he is correct then yes, it isGoogle problem that the devs can't fix.
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Actually, I think I "mis-interpreted" the authors reply... After telling them politely that I think *they* should contact Google, they replied again stating that they have been trying to contact Google about this issue without any response and just figured that I, as a customer, may get a reply. Then, they even gave me their "main" app for free (gave me a redemption code to register it to the full version for free) in order to compensate me for my time in trying to get to the bottom of this issue. Their "main" app is titled "Eweather HD, Radar HD, Quakes" and actually costs $5.99! So, they made it worth it for me to contact Google!
So, I did just that - I've emailed Google support about the issue - I'll report my findings.
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Oppo Find 5 Now in India

Oppo mobiles have finally launched the Oppo Find 5 in India. Hope we get some Indian support for the Oppo Find 5 here at XDA developers.
The Oppo Find 5 that is to be launched in India will have the same specifications as the one launched worldwide.
Opp Find 5 Price in India
Oppo Find 5 Specifications

here is the link to buy ,I think they even provide cod as payment option
http://oppo.androidguruz.com/index.php?route=common/home

mathen said:
here is the link to buy ,I think they even provide cod as payment option
http://oppo.androidguruz.com/index.php?route=common/home
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The site seems sketchy and doesn't even have a proper contact us link. However , if cash on delivery option is available, then it might be fine, I guess?
But the site seems to have simply copied lots of elements from oppostyle.com?

Hrithan2020 said:
The site seems sketchy and doesn't even have a proper contact us link. However , if cash on delivery option is available, then it might be fine, I guess?
But the site seems to have simply copied lots of elements from oppostyle.com?
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site seems like a quick setup to start sales,anyway if we buy using cod,we are safe.But service will be an issue,i think.
they have a facebook page too
http://www.facebook.com/Androidguruz

mathen said:
site seems like a quick setup to start sales,anyway if we buy using cod,we are safe.But service will be an issue,i think.
they have a facebook page too
http://www.facebook.com/Androidguruz
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Yeah , I was just reading about the Androidguruz. Seems to be a startup which will offer retail and services for around 42 china brands, in which case, we can hopefully get some service as well. But too early to say. I would say there is definitely a risk. [regarding repairs]
http://www.gogi.in/androidguruz-exclusive-retailer.html

there are lots of adverse comments on their fb page

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there are lots of adverse comments on their fb page
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Related to their service? Wasn't able to find it. But, yeah the site design is crappy with no option to select the memory for the find 5 white version.
EDIT: So, apparently, they still have not started selling the phone. The white version not able to add to cart because memory option not available and for the midnight black version, it is saying currently not in stock. But, the shipping rate seems to be an amazing Rs 5, so seems really good overall, if it does turn out to have 3 months replacement warranty..
Anyway, lets update here, if any one of us finds anything new. I am very much interested in getting the phone, but may go for nexus 4 again if a 32gb version is announced.

I never thought this day would come where I would part so easily with my Nexus 4. Even with the announcement of the Galaxy S4 and the HTC One I didn’t care too much about those devices. I love pure Android and how clean it runs. But there was something about the Oppo Find 5 that attracted me so much. Maybe it’s the fact that Oppo is doing something different and really trying to make software for the consumers and not something gimmicky. I’ve never been a fan of Android skins like Sense, Motoblur and Touchwiz, but Oppo isn’t just another skin, It’s more like a custom ROM on steroids. The reason I say this is because as of now they are the only Android phone manufacturer that update their firmware twice a month with features requested by the users. Let’s face it, update’s matter. When you ask people why they buy a Nexus device one of the top 3 reasons is “It get’s updates”. Similar to how Cyanogenmod implements features, Oppo does the same and since it’s GPL Compliant, with its kernel source code released. This means developers from all over the world can work together and make the Find 5 even better. :good:

They are still building up their site.
Same replies you see from UMI X2 people.
Let's wait for a week or so
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haxor said:
I never thought this day would come where I would part so easily with my Nexus 4. Even with the announcement of the Galaxy S4 and the HTC One I didn’t care too much about those devices. I love pure Android and how clean it runs. But there was something about the Oppo Find 5 that attracted me so much. Maybe it’s the fact that Oppo is doing something different and really trying to make software for the consumers and not something gimmicky. I’ve never been a fan of Android skins like Sense, Motoblur and Touchwiz, but Oppo isn’t just another skin, It’s more like a custom ROM on steroids. The reason I say this is because as of now they are the only Android phone manufacturer that update their firmware twice a month with features requested by the users. Let’s face it, update’s matter. When you ask people why they buy a Nexus device one of the top 3 reasons is “It get’s updates”. Similar to how Cyanogenmod implements features, Oppo does the same and since it’s GPL Compliant, with its kernel source code released. This means developers from all over the world can work together and make the Find 5 even better. :good:
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Oh my god! You sound so much like Armando Ferreira
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By the way, does this phone come with a SD card slot?

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Oh my god! You sound so much like Armando Ferreira
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By the way, does this phone come with a SD card slot?
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Opps Same to same No Card Slot just like Nexus !

Is it available on the local market yet?

Take a look at this guys. Think it ain't coming officially after all.
http://igyaan.in/2013/05/47695/oppo-will-not-officially-launch-the-find-5-in-india/
If I buy from oppostyle.com, will I be able to claim warrant at least by sending it back to them??
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Take a look at this guys. Think it ain't coming officially after all.
http://igyaan.in/2013/05/47695/oppo-will-not-officially-launch-the-find-5-in-india/
If I buy from oppostyle.com, will I be able to claim warrant at least by sending it back to them??
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Oh well. Anyway got nexus 4 again, so won't be joining the oppo crowd.sounds too much of a risk to buy it without warranty when you have nexus 4 launching in India at a lower price than this.( yes screen is better, others however I don't think there is a huge difference)
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Anybody from India who has bought through oppostyle.com? If yes, how was your experience?
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I got the OPPO Find 5 from oppostyle in India. The experience overall with oppostyle was good.. I ordered on first of may and it reached me in 8 days with custom clearance taking 4 days.
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tantrik said:
I got the OPPO Find 5 from oppostyle in India. The experience overall with oppostyle was good.. I ordered on first of may and it reached me in 8 days with custom clearance taking 4 days.
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Did u pay any customs fee ?
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tantrik said:
I got the OPPO Find 5 from oppostyle in India. The experience overall with oppostyle was good.. I ordered on first of may and it reached me in 8 days with custom clearance taking 4 days.
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How much custom fee did you pay? What was the total amount that you paid?
Also anyone know about the warranty? How will we claim it?

I paid 1049/- in custom fees.
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I paid 1049/- in custom fees.
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What is the total amount that you paid? Did you ask them to write a lower price (for lower custom rate?)
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For people who already have Google Music

I emailed a google rep about google play music and the 6 months free. This was their response.
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So people who already pay for google music get ad free youtube?

I still see ads in Youtube while signed in with my All Access email. I am an existing All Access subscriber.

I canceled my all access. Waited for it to run out. Opened the app. Got 6 months free. That easy.

I asked them about this after I received my nexus 6 and they basically told me to pound sand. This is a mistake many companies make. While getting new subscribers is good, keeping your current userbase is also important. Giving current users stuff like this provides incentive for people to sign up, while simultaneously keeping the current userbase happy.

I had a free trial a few months ago so I wasn't eligible for the free 6 months. All I did was add a 2nd Google account to my phone and selected it in the Google Music app and bam free 6 months. Everything else on my phone is tied to my main Gmail except for Music. Works great.

Does this promotion only work if you bought it through Google Play? I got mine from T-Mobile

md1008 said:
Does this promotion only work if you bought it through Google Play? I got mine from T-Mobile
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Nope, it is for anyone who purchases a Nexus6. You should see it if you open up GoogleMusic from your phone.

NightHawkUndead said:
I canceled my all access. Waited for it to run out. Opened the app. Got 6 months free. That easy.
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I did this on accident. Had to change the CC on file, forgot to do it before Play Music expired, went to change it and was told I don't have to pay again until May 2015 :highfive:

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Nope, it is for anyone who purchases a Nexus6. You should see it if you open up GoogleMusic from your phone.
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I use google play music all the time. I don't have all access but I have 60gb legally purchased music saved to cloud. No message. Of course I go back and forth from having all access.
On a side note I never got an email from Google welcoming me to the nexus program. Like I did with NS, Gnex, N4, N5.

yeah i got the option for 6 free months, i need to actually use it now
i wonder if anyone can spoof that their phone is a nexus 6 and get the 6 months as well.....hmmmmmmm

So how about that ad-free YouTube that the OP was asking about?
Anyone seeing ad-free YouTube? Are you a 6 month free subscriber or a paying subscriber?

GPS3 said:
So how about that ad-free YouTube that the OP was asking about?
Anyone seeing ad-free YouTube? Are you a 6 month free subscriber or a paying subscriber?
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And would this only apply once the device ships?

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So how about that ad-free YouTube that the OP was asking about?
Anyone seeing ad-free YouTube?
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I think its only for the music channel thing that YouTube has now. it also let's videos play in background I believe.
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Ive been a spotify subscriber since they launched in the state. I tried google play when they first launched and it was nowhere near being real competition to spotify... Now it has matured a bit, and I get 6 months free, I am giving it another shot.
Does anyone know of a way to get my spotify playlists transfered over?
Also... did they seriously not include the functionality of crossfading?!

I'm getting my Nexus 6 tomorrow. So should I seriously cancel my subscription today and try to use the promo tomorrow? Will that work?
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I have had All Access since it came out....
I have zero ads in YouTube now.

mjs2011 said:
I'm getting my Nexus 6 tomorrow. So should I seriously cancel my subscription today and try to use the promo tomorrow? Will that work?
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You can try, I have been canceled for about 2 months, I was not offered a promotion

tsy87 said:
Ive been a spotify subscriber since they launched in the state. I tried google play when they first launched and it was nowhere near being real competition to spotify... Now it has matured a bit, and I get 6 months free, I am giving it another shot.
Does anyone know of a way to get my spotify playlists transfered over?
Also... did they seriously not include the functionality of crossfading?!
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Still nowhere near as good as Spotify, unfortunately. I want to get rid of Spotify because their customer support and neglecting everybody wanting them to support chromecast.
But I have now tried all access several times (about every 2 months) and I always have to come back to Spotify since it is just that much better service.

KerryWood34 said:
I did this on accident. Had to change the CC on file, forgot to do it before Play Music expired, went to change it and was told I don't have to pay again until May 2015 :highfive:
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I think they pro rate it too. Because I had something similar happen to me. Had to change an expired card. And when it was renewed they only charged me $8.99 instead of the $10.

CandyAndy said:
Still nowhere near as good as Spotify, unfortunately. I want to get rid of Spotify because their customer support and neglecting everybody wanting them to support chromecast.
But I have now tried all access several times (about every 2 months) and I always have to come back to Spotify since it is just that much better service.
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I have yet to try Spotify. I have been a user of GPAA since the beginning and i have never had reason to try anything else...what makes spotify > GPAA in your mind?
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[Discussion] Asus Zenfone2 in Philippines

Finally! I know many from the Philippines (including me) are waiting for it to be released. Some are actually very excited and cant afford to wait making them buy online with the cost of additional shipping fee & no manufacturer's warranty.. But now, just a few more wait until the official release of Zenfone2.
Mark the date in your calendar: May 16, 2015.
Sources:
1.) http://www.yugatech.com/mobile/asus-zenfone-2-to-launch-in-ph-on-may-16/
2.) http://www.unbox.ph/gadget/asus-zenfone-2-will-be-available-may-16-in-ph/
3.) http://www.taragis.com/2015/05/you-can-buy-asus-zenfone-2-in-the-philippines-starting-may-16-2015/
Also in an interview w/ Asus VP says that Asus is targeting 1 million units of ZF2 to be sold in the country.
Let's have a bigger community and let's help each other out.

nice i got the 550ml which will never be available in the philippines no asus warranty support... anyway planning to upgrade to 4gb if asus comes

Nice to hear this, thanks for the info. I have a few friends that have fallen in love with the Asus Zenfone after playing with mine. They want to purchase this phone with a warranty.
I put my Note 4 to rest for a while until Samsung releases Lollipop 5.01 (5.0 SUCKS so bad, its not usable). Loving Asus's UI! Very vanilla and smooth
I was in a shop in Greenhill's yesterday who is an Authorized ASUS reseller and they confirmed May 15th (I am sure the date is actually the 16th). They pulled out a release document from Asus for the Philippines and the document showed this store will receive the 2.3 ghz 4gig ram / 32 gig version and the 1.8ghz 4gig ram / 32 gig version (Silver, Black and Red). The document did say that NO 64 gig versions will be sold by that store. Unfortunately I forget the name of the store, it was in V Mall. I will try to get the name next time I go back. It looks like they will get the WW (World Wide) model as I had the sales lady call and confirm the model version.
I do know Widget City in Malate is selling the 1.8 Ghz 4 gig ram / 32gig version with a 3 day replacement and a 1 year warranty. They get their inventory from Singapore which makes it the WW version (World Wide).
The version I purchased was off Lazada and it is the 2.3 ghz 64 GIG model with the TW mark (Taiwan). I only purchased it from there because they take American Express and my platinum card will replace the phone for up to 3 months if I drop it, lose it or it gets stolen (no questions asked). Also Amex gives you the manufactures warranty + extra time no matter where the warranty is from EVEN if its not honored by the manufacture. Last but not least, IF I don't want it, I have 90 days to return it. Even if the seller does not honor a return policy, AMEX will. Gotta love US based credit cards!

Live stream link and registration:
https://www.facebook.com/events/453602298149745/
Source: ASUS Philippines facebook page

Sir, would they be selling ze550ml? Big thanks!

keouh said:
Sir, would they be selling ze550ml? Big thanks!
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There's no official announcement on which variants will be released in PH. It'll all depend on their marketing strategy. Although I confirmed w/ Asus PH that there will be units ready to be bought from the launching site.

MrKoji said:
There's no official announcement on which variants will be released in PH. It'll all depend on their marketing strategy. Although I confirmed w/ Asus PH that there will be units ready to be bought from the launching site.
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Is confirmed no 550ml on the asus philippines? Ty
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Anyone got this officially? Got mine from Intogadgets at Virramall.
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swiftden said:
Anyone got this officially? Got mine from Intogadgets at Virramall.
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How much bro? 4 gb what model? Im trying to sell my 550ml for 8k maybe bought this 10k 2 months ago and wanna try the 64..4gb model

pato2015 said:
How much bro? 4 gb what model? Im trying to sell my 550ml for 8k maybe bought this 10k 2 months ago and wanna try the 64..4gb model
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Bought my 32GB 2.3ghz 4GB RAM for P13,995, this is the official SRP. Pretty good deal IMO.
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Anyone experiencing poor battery with the 4 gig memory model like the rest of the people here are posting?

Yeah, pretty dismal batyery life. This is the best I got with heavy use. With ny Nexus 5, I can only get 3 hours with the same use. But I expect better. Not using the phone much, I can only squeeze out 12 hours with 2 hours SOT.
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Got mine 4gb/64gb yesterday at asus sm north annex. Arrived at 5pm with only 5 units left from 20. Already had tg installed. Do you know where can I buy jelly case?
Btw, also came from Nexus 5
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donnabelmartie said:
Got mine 4gb/64gb yesterday at asus sm north annex. Arrived at 5pm with only 5 units left from 20. Already had tg installed. Do you know where can I buy jelly case?
Btw, also came from Nexus 5
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I miss my Nexus 5. Smoother than this phone haha.
Bought my case at GH. Nilkin Nature TPU Case, about 500? Pretty good case, really slim and doesn't add bulk to our already bulky phone. HTH
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swiftden said:
I miss my Nexus 5. Smoother than this phone haha.
Bought my case at GH. Nilkin Nature TPU Case, about 500? Pretty good case, really slim and doesn't add bulk to our already bulky phone. HTH
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Yep, so smooth and flexible to the point you'll get bored easily, given handful custom roms hehe.
Nice! Was that from a store or from those tiangges? Thanks!
Just curious. Where did you buy your zenfone?
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donnabelmartie said:
Yep, so smooth and flexible to the point you'll get bored easily, given handful custom roms hehe.
Nice! Was that from a store or from those tiangges? Thanks!
Just curious. Where did you buy your zenfone?
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Haha oh well! Guess this phone will do.
Bought mine at Virramall. Bought my case from a store there too. Actually almost all the store there in Virramall sell this case, it also comes with a screen protector. Not much choices yet.
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swiftden said:
Haha oh well! Guess this phone will do.
Bought mine at Virramall. Bought my case from a store there too. Actually almost all the store there in Virramall sell this case, it also comes with a screen protector. Not much choices yet.
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Thanks mate!
So far so good. Except for the android os on top of the battery usage.
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Hey guys. Need some help. Wanna try to flash stock on my ZE551ML. My current build is v2.20.40.90. Can I install that same version? I got my drivers using this guide
http://www.pinoytechstyle.com/how-to-flash-stock-rom-for-asus-zenfone-2-ze500cl-ze550ml-ze551ml/
Is that alright? But I used the 15-second adb installer.
I already have the full firmware of the above but can't go through recovery mode. It says error. Why is that? It's my first time to do this. Hope someone will reply. Thanks
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donnabelmartie said:
Hey guys. Need some help. Wanna try to flash stock on my ZE551ML. My current build is v2.20.40.90. Can I install that same version? I got my drivers using this guide
http://www.pinoytechstyle.com/how-to-flash-stock-rom-for-asus-zenfone-2-ze500cl-ze550ml-ze551ml/
Is that alright? But I used the 15-second adb installer.
I already have the full firmware of the above but can't go through recovery mode. It says error. Why is that? It's my first time to do this. Hope someone will reply. Thanks
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- Go to your bootloader
- You will see an android with error logo
- Press Power button + Volume up button for 2 seconds and release them
- Flash stock ROM

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- Go to your bootloader
- You will see an android with error logo
- Press Power button + Volume up button for 2 seconds and release them
- Flash stock ROM
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Bootloader or recovery mode? I still can't get past that error. Press first power then volume? Or press both at once? Release both buttons simultaneously or volume button first?
Can I flash the same version installed which is 2.20.40.90?
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