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[Q] How Do You Like This Tab?

Hello, I'm thinking of getting the 7" Galaxy Tab (wifi only) and wanted to see what everyone thought about it. What are the pros/cons, and is this the best tablet out there for the money?
We currently have a rooted Nook, so I imagine it will be close to that (but better) - but that is my wife's. I wanted something for myself, something with great hardware performance, but also easier to carry around than an iPad2.
What do you guys think?

Galaxy Tab will be your choice for mobility and performance. After you root it and load with custom Rom , you will fall in love with it. My son loves it

I think that it's a good idea, but keep in mind that the Nook Color is really customizable and is offered at a low price. What you do get with the Tab is better performance, better screen, and... Well, just about better everything, except the price tag and the battery life.
However, consider getting the 3G version as well if you really plan to use the internet anywhere. It's fun!

pendevous said:
I think that it's a good idea, but keep in mind that the Nook Color is really customizable and is offered at a low price. What you do get with the Tab is better performance, better screen, and... Well, just about better everything, except the price tag and the battery life.
However, consider getting the 3G version as well if you really plan to use the internet anywhere. It's fun!
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Isn't it like $20/month? I'm going to be getting a Samsung Epic here soon, and I live in Kansas City so 4G is great here.
I was trying to avoid a monthly plan. Plus I'm also leaving for Paris at the end of August for 9 months. Didn't figure I'd be using 3G much while overseas...

I would avoid it - mine is laggy and expensive
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I would avoid it - mine is laggy and expensive
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user error.

piercenkc said:
Isn't it like $20/month? I'm going to be getting a Samsung Epic here soon, and I live in Kansas City so 4G is great here.
I was trying to avoid a monthly plan. Plus I'm also leaving for Paris at the end of August for 9 months. Didn't figure I'd be using 3G much while overseas...
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The wifi version is crippled, go with the 3g. No h264 decoding, up to 720p only (and only in mp4!), and different hardware so you will need to get a custom rom for the wifi version, one for the 3g wouldn't work. Apparently they don't even have the same cpu...
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The wifi version is crippled, go with the 3g. No h264 decoding, up to 720p only (and only in mp4!), and different hardware so you will need to get a custom rom for the wifi version, one for the 3g wouldn't work. Apparently they don't even have the same cpu...
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source? I'm curious about this.

Galaxy tab is the best . but why u wont wait for tab10.1 and don't tell me is big ..
yeah is big . but OMG

i would say that the gtab is the best device i have ever bought. i have no regrets purchasing it for the full price. no other tablet (thats out now) can compete with this 7" beauty. its the best 7" tablet on the market right now,hands down! screw the nook color. i use this thing every single day. its my main device, i carry only this device, no cell phone. battery life is great for its size. but after 6 months of using it, i feel like i need to upgrade it. i know this seems like a total 180, but i want a dual core version with honeycomb (and some more RAM) but with the exact same size. everything else is great! the only reason im saying this is because i consider myself a heavy power user (the elite of the elite) and i feel like sometimes it just doesnt keep up. but if ur not like me then this will feel like its blazin fast for you. since i know that i wont get what i want, i still recommend this to people considering a nook color something else.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1038171
Have a look at this thread, it seems the wifi tab can only play divx at 720p and not h264 720p like the 3g can. If video playback is a major reason for buying the tab then stick to the 3g version!
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piercenkc said:
Hello, I'm thinking of getting the 7" Galaxy Tab (wifi only) and wanted to see what everyone thought about it. What are the pros/cons, and is this the best tablet out there for the money?
We currently have a rooted Nook, so I imagine it will be close to that (but better) - but that is my wife's. I wanted something for myself, something with great hardware performance, but also easier to carry around than an iPad2.
What do you guys think?
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The Tab is by far the best phone/tablet hybrid out there right now. The important factors to me are:
* size (pocketable)
* screen resolution
* build quality
* GPU acceleration for HD video
I took it with me last week while travelling around Krakow, Poland. Picked up a Polish Internet SIM for £10 or so. It was like having a personal guide at all times. Google Places, Tripadvisor app, email, websites. All there at the touch of a button, and all pocketable. An iPad would be useless for such a trip.
I think it's best to think of the Galaxy Tab as a sort of phone/tablet hybrid rather than just a tablet. Honeycomb will not be targeted at this device as physically it's as much a phone as a tablet. This is a good thing as Honeycomb tablets are too big to carry around town and are lacking in telephony. The OS update after Honeycomb will bring that OS's functionality for smaller devices, but for now it can seem an oddity as it needs a phone OS (Froyo, Gingerbread etc) to be fully functional.
As it stand though, there's nothing that can match it .

I originally bought the Viewsonic G-Tab because it had the Tegra 2 processor and Xoom like hardware. Even though the screen was 10.1" it was terrible to see from almost all angles.
I decided to exchange it for the wifi only Tab and I have not been disappointed. It looks great and I actually think I prefer the smaller screen than I did the 10.1 tablet. I find the weight is more evenly distributed in your hands and that I can more easily type since my hands can span the screen. It doesn't sound like a big deal but unlike my phone I find myself using this thing for hours at a time and holding the larger heavier tablet wears on you after a while.
The battery life is decent even with heavy use. The device feels sturdy and well put together. I think the touch is responsive and the glare on the glass is not any worse then the other tablets out there.
I know I have heard how the wifi version is not as good as the 3G version. Honestly, I have a Vibrant that I can tether off of and I don't need the 3G and added monthly costs. I am almost always around an access point anyway. It runs fast and downloads better than my phone. I would like to have custom roms to put on it but I rooted it and added VT-Launcher and it looks like a different tablet.
Finally, I looked at Honeycomb and those tablets. I really don't see the big deal. The 2.2.1 FroYo does everything that you would want from a tablet with the right apps. I can do everything I need to and then some. Honeycomb isn't going to add any capabilities that I don't already have. My only complaints with the Tab is that it doesn't charge with the USB from a PC (at least very fast) and that the VPN isn't working for me with PPTP right now. I have a call into Samsung and I hope to get that resolved soon. Otherwise, this is a great buy.

TooSlo said:
source? I'm curious about this.
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As Sarsippius already posted, this thread has some hard facts http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12957975
See the box pictures in that thread?
Now,
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Notice any difference from my P1000 box?
Edit: uploading pictures with Tapatalk apparently generates a thumbnail sized image. Anyway, it says full hd is supported...
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AlexTheStampede said:
As Sarsippius already posted, this thread has some hard facts http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12957975
See the box pictures in that thread?
Now,
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There we go, I think I fixed that. Sorry for the double post.
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i'm still having doubts with my Tab (wifi version) since i'm unable to "use" its full potential. i didn't bother though getting the 3g version since i have a small phone at hand.
i'm a little unsatisfied but it's all good. i primarily use it for viewing and editing documents, surfing the net and some music and audio. that's pretty much it. if there's someone who'd be able to do a custom rom for the wifi version, then i'd be recommending this Tab.

I have both a Nook and a Sprint G-tab. If I wouldnt have gotten the deal I did on the G-Tab (company paid for it) I would return it. not that it is a bad unit, I am pretty pleased with it. My Nook has CM7 loaded on it and comparing the two comes out pretty much a wash. They are both great devices. I use the crap out of a tablet and both do everything that I want them to do.
Just my $.02 on the subject.

HTC Rezound, Motorola Droid RAZR and Samsung Galaxy Nexus - Nov. 10th (CONFIRMED)

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here's a link to the article: http://www.gottabemobile.com/2011/1...or-and-droid-razr-launching-on-november-10th/
any of you switching up your Bionic's for one of those?

voxigenboy said:
here's a link to the article: http://www.gottabemobile.com/2011/1...or-and-droid-razr-launching-on-november-10th/
any of you switching up your Bionic's for one of those?
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I am seriously considering replacing my Bionic for either the RAZR or the Nexus.....the Bionic is MUCH thicker than I anticipated, and the RAZR looks so amazing....then you have the Nexus with ICS....ugh...hard decision! They are all nice phones though, that is for sure!

I am actually leaning toward the HTC device if anything. Sense as of 3.5 is extremely polished and IMO lightyears ahead of blur and touchwiz. My wife's incredible 2 is, for lack of a better term, an incredible phone but I couldn't convince myself to go with a 3G only phone. If this new HTC stacks up to the Inc2, but with 4G, count me in.

dougdascenzo said:
I am actually leaning toward the HTC device if anything. Sense as of 3.5 is extremely polished and IMO lightyears ahead of blur and touchwiz. My wife's incredible 2 is, for lack of a better term, an incredible phone but I couldn't convince myself to go with a 3G only phone. If this new HTC stacks up to the Inc2, but with 4G, count me in.
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Why didn't you get the thunderbolt?
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Don't see any point at all. Marginal hardware bumps at best.

I can't wait for these devices to hit the market and reveal their inevitable faults so we can go back to talking about the Bionic in this Bionic forum.

MillionManMosh said:
I can't wait for these devices to hit the market and reveal their inevitable faults so we can go back to talking about the Bionic in this Bionic forum.
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Amen! <MOD EDIT>
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MillionManMosh said:
I can't wait for these devices to hit the market and reveal their inevitable faults so we can go back to talking about the Bionic in this Bionic forum.
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Same here. We're not alone though, phone envy is growing like weeds on XDA these days. We've got great hardware, we're getting ICS and we're getting a bug fixing ota soon. People should really get a grip.
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lrs421 said:
Same here. We're not alone though, phone envy is growing like weeds on XDA these days. We've got great hardware, we're getting ICS and we're getting a bug fixing ota soon. People should really get a grip.
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I'm currently on a Thunderbolt and even though it has good support(roms/kernals/radios/etc) I've been feeling the need to want to upgrade. I hate having to overclock to get things running properly(plus overclocking shortens the battery even more).
I decided on the Bionic(just from the specs alone) until i was in a local Verizon store playing with the thing and didn't like the screen on it + i just didn't like the way it felt in my hands compared to the Thunderbolt. I've heard of people having audio & radio issues with it to.
So, since I can get the Bionic(or any of the new 3) for the same price i figure i may as well go with whatever has the best specs & hopefully works out well & gets good support to.
However, I am also thinking that once these new 3 hit the market, some people with existing Bionics are going to try and unload them for decent prices on craigslist and am contemplating just getting a Bionic after all for a good price.

voxigenboy said:
I'm currently on a Thunderbolt and even though it has good support(roms/kernals/radios/etc) I've been feeling the need to want to upgrade. I hate having to overclock to get things running properly(plus overclocking shortens the battery even more).
I decided on the Bionic(just from the specs alone) until i was in a local Verizon store playing with the thing and didn't like the screen on it + i just didn't like the way it felt in my hands compared to the Thunderbolt. I've heard of people having audio & radio issues with it to.
So, since I can get the Bionic(or any of the new 3) for the same price i figure i may as well go with whatever has the best specs & hopefully works out well & gets good support to.
However, I am also thinking that once these new 3 hit the market, some people with existing Bionics are going to try and unload them for decent prices on craigslist and am contemplating just getting a Bionic after all for a good price.
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Wait, you don't even own a Bionic, yet you posted this in the Bionic forum? According to you, you already decided against the Bionic. So the only point your making then is that the phone owned by the people in this particular forum is sub-par, and you're considering one of the three new ones coming out instead. Yea. Cool. Go away.

kgbeezr1 said:
Wait, you don't even own a Bionic, yet you posted this in the Bionic forum? According to you, you already decided against the Bionic. So the only point your making then is that the phone owned by the people in this particular forum is sub-par, and you're considering one of the three new ones coming out instead. Yea. Cool. Go away.
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I concur. Go tell the people who own what you currently own.
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voxigenboy said:
I'm currently on a Thunderbolt and even though it has good support(roms/kernals/radios/etc) I've been feeling the need to want to upgrade. I hate having to overclock to get things running properly(plus overclocking shortens the battery even more).
I decided on the Bionic(just from the specs alone) until i was in a local Verizon store playing with the thing and didn't like the screen on it + i just didn't like the way it felt in my hands compared to the Thunderbolt. I've heard of people having audio & radio issues with it to.
So, since I can get the Bionic(or any of the new 3) for the same price i figure i may as well go with whatever has the best specs & hopefully works out well & gets good support to.
However, I am also thinking that once these new 3 hit the market, some people with existing Bionics are going to try and unload them for decent prices on craigslist and am contemplating just getting a Bionic after all for a good price.
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The only thing that interests me out of the 3 phones coming out is ICS. But to me it's not worth going Samsung, and losing external SD. Also, the screen is going to be pentile too. http://www.phonedog.com/2011/10/21/will-a-pentile-display-turn-you-off-of-the-galaxy-nexus/ . Razr is also pentile , rezound is probably the only phone not rocking the pentile matrix. Droid life says ". If you thought the Bionic felt polished and smooth, just wait until you get your hands on this phone." I usually take what they say with a grain of salt, that site does tend to exaggerate. 200mhz doesn't make that much of a difference, all I could think of is the 2.3.4 vs 2.3.5. But when ICS hits all, that shouldn't matter anymore gg.

voxigenboy said:
So, since I can get the Bionic(or any of the new 3) for the same price
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Do we know for sure that the Bionic pricing will stay the same? I can't say that I've heard anything, but I've kind of assumed that the Bionic would be cheaper than newest phones. At the same price, I think too many people would choose the newer phones over the Bionic. I wouldn't be surprised if we see a price drop of some sort.

CC Lemon said:
Do we know for sure that the Bionic pricing will stay the same? I can't say that I've heard anything, but I've kind of assumed that the Bionic would be cheaper than newest phones. At the same price, I think too many people would choose the newer phones over the Bionic. I wouldn't be surprised if we see a price drop of some sort.
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Probably won't see a price drop for awhile I'd imagine. The Droid Charge was overpriced for quite awhile.

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...The Droid Charge was overpriced for quite awhile.
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Yeah, like from the beginning.
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Using the webtop, I seen the Bionic advertised for free about 2 days ago on one of the Motorola pages.
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Using the webtop, I seen the Bionic advertised for free about 2 days ago on one of the Motorola pages.
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That's like twisting the knife.
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I own the Bionic, but I'll sell it for the HTC Rezound at the drop of a hat. I prefer HTC's build quality and style to Motorola's. Love the Bionic, though. The Galaxy Nexus is a slight disappointment and the RAZR looks sweet.
I'll have to play with them first, before I make a final decision.

My take on them advertising the bionic for free on Motorola's pages on the webtop is that they are targeting businesses more than the average consumer. Attract the right manager, the whole department gets a Bionic as their work phone.
With Verizon eliminating their inlimited data plans, I'm sure that allows them to offer better deals on the phone themselves, as they will make it back on overages.
Until I see them offering free Bionics at the stores and advertise it on tv, I wouldn't make too much of it. They did say that the Bionic was going to be a business phone, so offering better deals in places business leaders will see them makes sense.
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korben44 said:
I own the Bionic, but I'll sell it for the HTC Rezound at the drop of a hat. I prefer HTC's build quality and style to Motorola's. Love the Bionic, though. The Galaxy Nexus is a slight disappointment and the RAZR looks sweet.
I'll have to play with them first, before I make a final decision.
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Idk the HTC Rezound reminds me of the HTC Sensation nothing but lag with sense
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[Official] NEXUS owners hangout thread

here's a thread where NEXUS owners on XDA can gather to hang out and chat about anything (up to the mod's discretion, of course)
talk about what you did with your device, new and upcoming gadgets, technology rumours, random dev/theme/mod stuff, your day at work, your new car, or even that barbershop you just got a haircut from.
want to ask a question or share a thought but don't think it needs its own thread? post it in here
so sit back, grab a coffee (or beer), and post your random thoughts
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Oh, I'm not getting rid. It's still staying with me. I've grown rather fond of it. And it's still immaculate red with no scratches or chips
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I'm pretty sure the mods said no placeholder threads (The post your homescreens and post pictures from your N4 threads got closed because of this) but if they allow this one, I'm in! Woot N4!

Nexus 4 Fails in Benchmark FUUUUU not sure to get this BEAST

Totally understand but even though I love the small form factor if the DS, I've regretted not having a larger screen when browsing got about a year, so can't wait to make the change, will probably take a while getting used to the larger devices but don't believe that I'll regret it
Sywepd form my DsereiS

Does anyone know if it's going to be available from all UK networks
I'm your huckleberry

jugg1es said:
Does anyone know if it's going to be available from all UK networks
I'm your huckleberry
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pass, best option is to get it from play Sim unlocked and Sim free and then buy Sim only deal from which ever network you prefer
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kcls said:
I'm pretty sure the mods said no placeholder threads (The post your homescreens and post pictures from your N4 threads got closed because of this) but if they allow this one, I'm in! Woot N4!
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not a place-holder, this is a real thread lol
hopefully people will post their nonsense in here rather than making countless threads about the same crap lol
jader13254 said:
Nexus 4 Fails in Benchmark FUUUUU not sure to get this BEAST
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yea i duno why the benchmarks are so bad
i really hope its just a first run, and future reviews after its release will show better numbers

DonDizzurp said:
not a place-holder, this is a real thread lol
hopefully people will post their nonsense in here rather than making countless threads about the same crap lol
yea i duno why the benchmarks are so bad
i really hope its just a first run, and future reviews after its release will show better numbers
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I could go for a pint of Guinness, right about now. How is that for OT? :silly:

Well if it's the official thread, awesome!
@above poster: 4.2 hasn't even been finalized yet, so take those benchmarks with a grain of salt. They could have another performance update for chrome coming right before it launches, or even just after
On a side note, I can't wait for gesture typing in the stock android keyboard. I know its been around for awhile with swype and a bunch of other keyboards, but they've always been stuttery on my phone.
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kcls said:
Well if it's the official thread, awesome!
@above poster: 4.2 hasn't even been finalized yet, so take those benchmarks with a grain of salt. They could have another performance update for chrome coming right before it launches, or even just after
On a side note, I can't wait for gesture typing in the stock android keyboard. I know its been around for awhile with swype and a bunch of other keyboards, but they've always been stuttery on my phone.
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yea, to have it officially by android is gonna be nice
also, i hate guiness with a passion
kronenbourg 1664 FTW

I have the desire s now for a year and a half and still liking it a lot, especially with the great roms and 4ext but will probably go for a new phone. Looked at the lumia 920 but compared to the n4 it is a whole lot more expensive and I do like android a lot.
Hoping the nexus 4 will come to the Netherlands with a price as good as in the US...
Verstuurd van mijn HTC Desire S

Deffo moving from ds to n4, 13th an order will be placed.
Loved the ds, more so than the hero before. My ds will either be ebayed or handed down to my mum (her first touch screen, bless, but she has no data, hmm) but, i won't be far from the beloved ds as my better half has one (bone gb stock, she won't let me root, yet)
Can't wait to order, with a n10 too, and the missus can have my n7
Nexus family lol
Roll on 13th, and thx Ben for this thread, top idea
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kcls said:
Well if it's the official thread, awesome!
@above poster: 4.2 hasn't even been finalized yet, so take those benchmarks with a grain of salt. They could have another performance update for chrome coming right before it launches, or even just after
On a side note, I can't wait for gesture typing in the stock android keyboard. I know its been around for awhile with swype and a bunch of other keyboards, but they've always been stuttery on my phone.
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Tried it on my Galaxy Nexus with the new Camera. It's not bad, but still gave me very funny predictions.

Just watched the British movie 'kill list' absolutely bonkers!
Gritty, real, nasty, real, good and bad
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Cant wait to get the N4. My desire S has been a tough cookie though might be thanks to my case mate tough case though, hopefully they make one for the n4

british humour is something i dont understand lol
everyone says UK office is better than US office.. i dont think so

anyone into cars?
if price werent an issue would you rather have a brand new car or an older car thats been modified?

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anyone into cars?
if price werent an issue would you rather have a brand new car or an older car thats been modified?
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I'd always have a brand new over modified. I'll a 1978 Porsche 911 turbo lol
It drives me nuts that people think what reviewer's got is finally version. I keep telling myself that it's not worth my time typing it out lol. It's still unoptimized people! Hardware is done but the software side is still a WIP. Once everything is optimized the phone will shine!

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anyone into cars?
if price werent an issue would you rather have a brand new car or an older car thats been modified?
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Depends on the car, would gladly take an R34!
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My first week in the wild with a Nexus 4

It's been 8 days since I got my N4, and I've spent a full week of sixth form college using it. (Like the last two years of high school for you non-Brits.) In my case, it's been fantastic. I love it.
Hell, it even helped me get a girls number. I just met her, was talking to her for a bit, whipped out my N4 to check the time and she grabbed it off me in awe and added her number to my contacts
One of the main things on my mind was how tough the gorilla glass actually was. And I can say, it is in perfect condition. No scratches or marks whatsoever, but I have been very careful with it.
In Cambridge I get a decent HSPA signal and generally fast speeds. No HSPA+ on giffgaff though I listen to music on the bus and the audio quality is great, maybe on par with an iPod/iPhone. (Yes, you can tell the difference with a cheap Android phone and an iDevice.) The speaker is mediocre though, and the volume is severely reduced when placed on a flat surface.
The screen is wonderful, I haven't noticed any yellow tint or washed out colours like some people say. The way the glass curves off to the edge is magnificent, and really makes a significant difference in interacting with the phone.
On the topic of the screen, the glass itself feels very premium. It's smooth to the touch and is the most oleophobic screen I've used. The phone feels like it should be priced much higher.
The reflective back is very tasteful, it never looks tacky. A lot of the time it's just black and looks great. The camera is better than expected, it produced good photos.
Performance is good, I've had very few slow downs and games play at a high FPS. Chrome being the stock browser doesn't bother me, it holds up very well when browsing. The only difference you'll notice will be in benchmarks. There isn't really much to say about 4.2, I'm sure you're all aware of it's features. My only gripe is that the quick settings aren't toggles, they're just shortcuts.
Battery life is well.. meh. It's enough to hold up my day of moderate use (taken off charge at 6:30AM, get home about 5:15PM), but it's normally less than 15% by then. I would've liked something that could hold up for a bit longer.
I have also found that WiFi signal seems to be worse than previous devices I've owned, but I'm just looking for something to complain about now.
Overall, it's great. In my opinion, taking into the fact that it's a Nexus device, it's the best phone on the market. My friends seem to like it too, no one I've talked to so far knew what it was, but they're definitely interested in it. One of my buddies insist that I give it to him for his birthday :highfive:
For you guys who also have the phone, what do you think of it? And what have other people said about your new treasure? Feel free to ask any questions too

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It's been 8 days since I got my N4, and I've spent a full week of sixth form college using it. (Like the last two years of high school for you non-Brits.) In my case, it's been fantastic. I love it.
Hell, it even helped me get a girls number. I just met her, was talking to her for a bit, whipped out my N4 to check the time and she grabbed it off me in awe and added her number to my contacts
One of the main things on my mind was how tough the gorilla glass actually was. And I can say, it is in perfect condition. No scratches or marks whatsoever, but I have been very careful with it.
In Cambridge I get a decent HSPA signal and generally fast speeds. No HSPA+ on giffgaff though I listen to music on the bus and the audio quality is great, maybe on par with an iPod/iPhone. (Yes, you can tell the difference with a cheap Android phone and an iDevice.) The speaker is mediocre though, and the volume is severely reduced when placed on a flat surface.
The screen is wonderful, I haven't noticed any yellow tint or washed out colours like some people say. The way the glass curves off to the edge is magnificent, and really makes a significant difference in interacting with the phone.
On the topic of the screen, the glass itself feels very premium. It's smooth to the touch and is the most oleophobic screen I've used. The phone feels like it should be priced much higher.
The reflective back is very tasteful, it never looks tacky. A lot of the time it's just black and looks great. The camera is better than expected, it produced good photos.
Performance is good, I've had very few slow downs and games play at a high FPS. Chrome being the stock browser doesn't bother me, it holds up very well when browsing. The only difference you'll notice will be in benchmarks. There isn't really much to say about 4.2, I'm sure you're all aware of it's features. My only gripe is that the quick settings aren't toggles, they're just shortcuts.
Battery life is well.. meh. It's enough to hold up my day of moderate use (taken off charge at 6:30AM, get home about 5:15PM), but it's normally less than 15% by then. I would've liked something that could hold up for a bit longer.
I have also found that WiFi signal seems to be worse than previous devices I've owned, but I'm just looking for something to complain about now.
Overall, it's great. In my opinion, taking into the fact that it's a Nexus device, it's the best phone on the market. My friends seem to like it too, no one I've talked to so far new what it was, but they're definitely interested in it. One of my buddies insist that I give it to him for his birthday :highfive:
For you guys who also have the phone, what do you think of it? And what have other people said about your new treasure? Feel free to ask any questions too
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I like your summary!
I'm getting mine on Monday when my dad brings it with him from the U.S!
I think that most of the issues will be resolved in 4.2.1 (maybe even bringing LTE), making this a nearly perfect phone!!!

Net.silb said:
I like your summary!
I'm getting mine on Monday when my dad brings it with him from the U.S!
I think that most of the issues will be resolved in 4.2.1 (maybe even bringing LTE), making this a nearly perfect phone!!!
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Thanks! That's awesome, you're gonna love it. I sure hope so
For me, LTE isn't really on the agenda due to it's scarcity and price in the UK, but it would definitely make this phone more future proof
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To me, it sounds like O2 are preparing a nationwide DC-HSDPA rollout.
As its already available in limited big cities.
So, if the rollout is due end of this year - must mean everyone else, right?
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chrisjcks said:
To me, it sounds like O2 are preparing a nationwide DC-HSDPA rollout.
As its already available in limited big cities.
So, if the rollout is due end of this year - must mean everyone else, right?
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That's brilliant, thanks for sharing!
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Tibbz96 said:
Hell, it even helped me get a girls number. I just met her, was talking to her for a bit, whipped out my N4 to check the time and she grabbed it off me in awe and added her number to my contacts
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Nexus 4 = chick magnet!! (thanks for that shiny back Google)

tgyberg said:
Nexus 4 = chick magnet!! (thanks for that shiny back Google)
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Yes indeed! She even said "Wow.. It's so huge!" as she compared it to her 4S
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Tibbz96 said:
Yes indeed! She even said "Wow.. It's so huge!" as she compared it to her 4S
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That's awesome lol, if only Google would ship mine already

ctowne said:
That's awesome lol, if only Google would ship mine already
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It'll be worth the wait, trust me
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Tibbz96 said:
It'll be worth the wait, trust me
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I know! I'm just getting anxious. I want it now!!

ctowne said:
That's awesome lol, if only Google would ship mine already
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Yea, come on Google, ctowne needs some action too!

tgyberg said:
Yea, come on Google, ctowne needs some action too!
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Haha! "The new Nexus 4 from Google. Now, even us geeks can get laid"
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Good day governor, I await my Nexus 4 on giffgaff with some tea and biscuits.

Waiting for my nexus to come in as well in Cambridge, ON Canada. I always thought canada was behind on mobile tech. (we have had DC-HSPA for a couple years now LTE) but its good to know that we have caught up for the time being.

tgyberg said:
Yea, come on Google, ctowne needs some action too!
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Bahaha you xda peeps crack me up! Don't worry I get plenty :good: She is a damn sexy phone though

Picked up my N4 today and have been getting to grips with it, initial impressions are. It's fast though have had slow down. Gets very hot during anything using GPS or when playing games. Camera is average and when using the flash images are washed out. It's a bit early to say much about the battery life but after 1hr38mins, its down to 73%. build quality seems good. I thought it would be a bigger leap up from my old phone but am a little disappointed currently. I will continue but if it doesn't impress further it will go back. Do love jelly bean!
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Jazd71 said:
Picked up my N4 today and have been getting to grips with it, initial impressions are. It's fast though have had slow down. Gets very hot during anything using GPS or when playing games. Camera is average and when using the flash images are washed out. It's a bit early to say much about the battery life but after 1hr38mins, its down to 73%. build quality seems good. I thought it would be a bigger leap up from my old phone but am a little disappointed currently. I will continue but if it doesn't impress further it will go back. Do love jelly bean!
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What phone are you coming from? I haven't had a single slow down yet.
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Jazd71 said:
Picked up my N4 today and have been getting to grips with it, initial impressions are. It's fast though have had slow down. Gets very hot during anything using GPS or when playing games. Camera is average and when using the flash images are washed out. It's a bit early to say much about the battery life but after 1hr38mins, its down to 73%. build quality seems good. I thought it would be a bigger leap up from my old phone but am a little disappointed currently. I will continue but if it doesn't impress further it will go back. Do love jelly bean!
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Initially the battery is worse. After a few days it seemed to last longer. I also found that it gets quite warm, but I think that's mostly due to the glass

Coming from one s, it was gonna be a one x+ or N4 but like the natural android experience.
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Tibbz96 said:
Yes indeed! She even said "Wow.. It's so huge!" as she compared it to her 4S
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Now that's just downright funny!
#whatyouwanttohearagirlsay
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So, I traded my Note 4...

For an iPhone 6 Plus...
Someone please..shoot me

bad mistake i went the other way you have gone to the dark side.

The Black Droid said:
For an iPhone 6 Plus...
Someone please..shoot me
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you will be back after your iphone goes all floppy and bends.

Ironically, the first app I tried to download on it was the XDA premium app...I just sat there for a second when it was nowhere to be found..

The Black Droid said:
Ironically, the first app I tried to download on it was the XDA premium app...I just sat there for a second when it was nowhere to be found..
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You should try downloading the #bendgate app.It will make your iPhone more fabulous.

As first, my deep condolences.
Second,what is purpose of this thread ?
iCrap does not belong here so consider to join some iCrap community.

The Black Droid said:
Ironically, the first app I tried to download on it was the XDA premium app...I just sat there for a second when it was nowhere to be found..
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That's coincidental, not irony.... But if Alanis Morissette got it wrong, you can't blame others for doing same.
Besides use Tapatalk instead. It actually works better on the iPhone 6+ than Note 4 (you see more content/posts on it).
I have both the 6+ & Note 4 (and a moto x 2014) and contrary to popular belief the two can co-exist very happily - both great phones. My app usage is near identical between them too.
Both have great screens and great battery life. And after 5 months use, neither my Note 4 has a gap gate issue or iPhone 6+ bend gate issue....
I don't understand why some in android or apple communities get so insecure about these things. Just enjoy whatever device you are using.
That being said I'm not sure why your post is entirely relevant here and will inevitably stir up a hornets nest.

I must admit I have thought about it while sitting here waiting for lollipop. Considered the Nexus 6 as well, but at the end of the day this Note can do things that none of the competition can. The pen mostly but the removable battery and sd card are also nice. 6+ would be ok if I got the 128gb version but here in New Zealand a 32gb Nexus 6 costs the same as a note 4 so it's a total no brainer, lollipop or not.

The Black Droid said:
For an iPhone 6 Plus...
Someone please..shoot me
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why? Just interested...

I actually had the same thought, because I admire the beauty of the iPhone. But after taking a look I realized that they wanted me to pay extra cash for the exchange which is ridiculous since they get a better phone from me then I get from them.. But I might trade phones, just to try out the 6+ someday..

Im waiting for "IPhone 17 plus +" until then I stick with Note series.
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I actually think it's not a bad idea at all. I've been with Andorid since the start and never had an Iphone, but there's tons of apps that have better support on iOS/apps that are not on Android at all. anyway..why not change once in awhile and try new things right? maybe i'll do it with my next phone

I made complete research, and just for change of taste, i went to buy an iphone 6+, got it booked here in Pakistan. but ended up buying a Note 4, and my first 2-3 days were of full depression because of battery drains but now its all fine. the only regret i have is the sound quality i was having with htc one m8 before, otherwise note4 is soooo awesome <3

After just one day with it, I quite content with it. Seems to be pretty solid...so far.

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Even that regular coffee for $4 is overpriced. You can get a refusal coffee at Starbucks for $2.50.
Sorry had to point that out. Lol
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The fact that you can't use NFC (no secure token such as yubikey) for anything other than ApplePay, or that you can't use openvpn or PGP on an iPhone makes it an unsuitable/undesirable device for me. I hate how you can only run software endorsed by Apple on a device you paid for.

mathieulh said:
The fact that you can't use NFC (no secure token such as yubikey) for anything other than ApplePay, or that you can't use openvpn or PGP on an iPhone makes it an unsuitable/undesirable device for me. I hate how you can only run software endorsed by Apple on a device you paid for.
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Agree but that's how they maintain the pubic perception that their platform is stable, secure and reliable. In reality it's no better that a high end Android these days, it's just that it's much easier for Android users to completely bork their phone by installing badly built apps.
Also iOS is easier to develop for, so long as you're compatible with the latest iOS you don't really need to worry about much else. Android is completely different. People could be running your app on anything from gingerbread to lollipop, have from a 1ghz single core cpu to a quad/octa core monster, 512mb to 3gb ram, 600x800 up to 1440x2560 screen res, etc etc.
In other words I couldn't give a **** for iOS, but the app ecosystem is kind of tempting.

nookcoloruser said:
That's coincidental, not irony.... But if Alanis Morissette got it wrong, you can't blame others for doing same.
Besides use Tapatalk instead. It actually works better on the iPhone 6+ than Note 4 (you see more content/posts on it).
I have both the 6+ & Note 4 (and a moto x 2014) and contrary to popular belief the two can co-exist very happily - both great phones. My app usage is near identical between them too.
Both have great screens and great battery life. And after 5 months use, neither my Note 4 has a gap gate issue or iPhone 6+ bend gate issue....
I don't understand why some in android or apple communities get so insecure about these things. Just enjoy whatever device you are using.
That being said I'm not sure why your post is entirely relevant here and will inevitably stir up a hornets nest.
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So much of this. I have both the devices too, along with a nexus 6 and i really don't understand the hate on both sides. Plus as others have already said the topic is irrelevant on this forum. There is such a thing as discretion of posting.
That said to the OP, iPhone 6 plus is a fine device. Enjoy the great apps, a great consistent camera and great battery life.

nookcoloruser said:
That's coincidental, not irony.... But if Alanis Morissette got it wrong, you can't blame others for doing same.
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Can you elaborate on this? While your statement holds partial truth, it was also ironic that I tried to download a well-known android app on my iPhone. Never, EVER make me feel like I wasted money on an education again!