Now that HTC announced a Google Edition of it's flagship phone 'HTC One',
Who is planning to sell their N4 for the One?
Price:$599 Availability: June 26th via Google Play
Full Statement for HTC: http://blog.htc.com/2013/05/htc-one-google-nexus-experience/?gb25
100% getting it, but not until it's in the UK...upgrade is end of July, out of contract in October. The Nexus 5 will have to be something special for me not to get the One
Will it be in aosp
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Will it be in aosp
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I suppose that's the $64,000 question...
http://briefmobile.com/google-announces-htc-one-google-edition
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Will it be in aosp
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I'd like to know this as well.
Also will Samsung release aosp for the s4 nexus edition?
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I want one!
I think if the one and s4 aren't in aosp that's where the nexus experience ends.
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Don't get whybit wouldn't be aosp. Isn't that what google labels as the "nexus experience? It'd bebpointless for themto sell it that way only for it to not be aosp
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If it doesnt have nexus logo on the back and onscreen buttons it is not Nexus for me. :laugh:
Might as well get the 64gb dev edition now and flash an aosp rom when it's released.
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I think if the one and s4 aren't in aosp that's where the nexus experience ends.
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Yeah I agree. the best part of nexus is the fact that there's so much development due to it being open source. If samsung/ HTC don't release the source it would be disappointing.
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I'm still planning on buying the N4 and re-evaluating my options when the Motorola X phone comes out. The N4 is just cheap enough to do that. If I dropped $600 on a phone, I'd feel like I have to keep it for a few years.
I'm definitely keeping my Nexus 4. I just love this phone too much. I'm still not clear as to why anyone would buy the Google Edition of any of these phones. If you want that phone, buy it. If you want the Nexus experience, buy a Nexus. Some will argue they want stock Android on that phone's hardware, but I don't get why.
"Expandable storage!"
Is 64gb of expandable storage really worth $300?
"Better hardware!"
Has anyone really maxed the Nexus 4 out yet? We're getting diminishing returns on our hardware nowadays. Now, I can understand future-proofing, but you could get a Nexus 4 now, and a Nexus 5 when it comes out and still be around the price you'd pay for the GE of the One.
Those are the main points. There are always things like screen, speakers, hardkeys, and heck, even location of the audio jack that could sway the decision. I just don't think those minor differences are worth doubling the price of the phone. The Nexus 4 is by far the most bang for your buck, which is why I will be staying in the Nexus line until I don't have the option to.
To each his own, I guess. Plus, with the GE of the phones, ROM developers can develop their ROMs for these phones easier I suppose. That's assuming the OEMs will release the source code for their version of stock Android, since it isn't technically AOSP. And think about it: do you think these companies are willing to release their proprietary drivers and kernels to the general public for development reasons? Maybe, but I've grown cynical over the years.
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I'm definitely keeping my Nexus 4. I just love this phone too much. I'm still not clear as to why anyone would buy the Google Edition of any of these phones. If you want that phone, buy it. If you want the Nexus experience, buy a Nexus. Some will argue they want stock Android on that phone's hardware, but I don't get why.
"Expandable storage!"
Is 64gb of expandable storage really worth $300?
"Better hardware!"
Has anyone really maxed the Nexus 4 out yet? We're getting diminishing returns on our hardware nowadays. Now, I can understand future-proofing, but you could get a Nexus 4 now, and a Nexus 5 when it comes out and still be around the price you'd pay for the GE of the One.
Those are the main points. There are always things like screen, speakers, hardkeys, and heck, even location of the audio jack that could sway the decision. I just don't think those minor differences are worth doubling the price of the phone. The Nexus 4 is by far the most bang for your buck, which is why I will be staying in the Nexus line until I don't have the option to.
To each his own, I guess. Plus, with the GE of the phones, ROM developers can develop their ROMs for these phones easier I suppose. That's assuming the OEMs will release the source code for their version of stock Android, since it isn't technically AOSP. And think about it: do you think these companies are willing to release their proprietary drivers and kernels to the general public for development reasons? Maybe, but I've grown cynical over the years.
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I agree with you 100% on all of your points. I dont know why people complain about storage. You just have to be smarter about what you have on your phone, be realistic about it. You don't need 10 HD movies and 40,000 songs and 150apps at the same time. I've been smart with my 8GB N4 and i don't regret it at all.
Yes also, the nexus 4 is worth every penny. Great hardware and software at a fraction of the price. I'm staying Nexus from now on.
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I'm definitely keeping my Nexus 4. I just love this phone too much. I'm still not clear as to why anyone would buy the Google Edition of any of these phones. If you want that phone, buy it. If you want the Nexus experience, buy a Nexus. Some will argue they want stock Android on that phone's hardware, but I don't get why.
"Expandable storage!"
Is 64gb of expandable storage really worth $300?
"Better hardware!"
Has anyone really maxed the Nexus 4 out yet? We're getting diminishing returns on our hardware nowadays. Now, I can understand future-proofing, but you could get a Nexus 4 now, and a Nexus 5 when it comes out and still be around the price you'd pay for the GE of the One.
Those are the main points. There are always things like screen, speakers, hardkeys, and heck, even location of the audio jack that could sway the decision. I just don't think those minor differences are worth doubling the price of the phone. The Nexus 4 is by far the most bang for your buck, which is why I will be staying in the Nexus line until I don't have the option to.
To each his own, I guess. Plus, with the GE of the phones, ROM developers can develop their ROMs for these phones easier I suppose. That's assuming the OEMs will release the source code for their version of stock Android, since it isn't technically AOSP. And think about it: do you think these companies are willing to release their proprietary drivers and kernels to the general public for development reasons? Maybe, but I've grown cynical over the years.
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Indont get the logic in peoplebhere saying if you want the nexus experience buy a nexus. Tunnel vision anyone? Google would fail if they labeleed these devices as "nexus '' experience and available only from playstore only to not be aosp. Where isbthere documentation that itbis NOT aosp or it won't get frequent updates lkke nexus devices? There also isn't evidence for aure thst they will get prompt updates but think about it.
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I would have loved to buy the one but since I live in Asia and not in the US, I could not. but I love the software of the camera of the one and if it isnt there, it would just have a better hardware than the nexus which I do not really find appealing since the Nexus 4 already is fast enough. expandable storage might be one to consider though.
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I'm good. I'll wait on the Nexus 5 for $299!
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If it came at tyat price I'd get it. Itll be a miracle ifn theybadded sd card support. Somenofnus take pics of their kids
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Improvements over Nexus 4
-Built material (aluminum/plastic vs glass/plastic)
-Superior front facing speakers
-Better low light camera performance
-Optical image stabilization on camera
-1080p res screen
-IR blaster (assuming it ships with API for it...don't think it's in stock android)
-capacitive buttons (giving more usable screen)
-Larger battery (2300 mAh vs 2100 mAh)
Minuses vs Nexus 4
-no wireless charging
-possibly less development support
-higher price than N4
Am I missing anything?
Not at that price. I'd consider it @ $400... maybe $450. While I like HTC's build quality and materials, it's just not much of a value for me over the N4.
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I'm really not understanding why so many people dislike the Nexus 4. Is it due to the terrible launch? And why keep comparing it to the Galaxy S3? Vanilla Android and Touchwiz both have their ups and downs. Lack of LTE really shouldnt be an issue unless you are on Verizon. For $350 (including tax of course ) you get a phone with a quadcore processor,Adreno 320 GPU, fully unlocked, and timely updates. Not to mention the amount of money you wiuld save getting a prepaid service no contract.
Sorry if I made a few mistakes. This is my first post in this forum and just received my Nexus 4. Any advice would be helpful for future threads.
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I'm really not understanding why so many people dislike the Nexus 4. Is it due to the terrible launch? And why keep comparing it to the Galaxy S3? Vanilla Android and Touchwiz both have their ups and downs. Lack of LTE really shouldnt be an issue unless you are on Verizon. For $350 (including tax of course ) you get a phone with a quadcore processor,Adreno 320 GPU, fully unlocked, and timely updates. Not to mention the amount of money you wiuld save getting a prepaid service no contract.
Sorry if I made a few mistakes. This is my first post in this forum and just received my Nexus 4. Any advice would be helpful for future threads.
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I don't think you're gonna find anyone who dislikes the Nexus 4 here bro
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I'm really not understanding why so many people dislike the Nexus 4. Is it due to the terrible launch? And why keep comparing it to the Galaxy S3? Vanilla Android and Touchwiz both have their ups and downs. Lack of LTE really shouldnt be an issue unless you are on Verizon. For $350 (including tax of course ) you get a phone with a quadcore processor,Adreno 320 GPU, fully unlocked, and timely updates. Not to mention the amount of money you wiuld save getting a prepaid service no contract.
Sorry if I made a few mistakes. This is my first post in this forum and just received my Nexus 4. Any advice would be helpful for future threads.
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I have a note 2, gs3, gs2, galaxy nexus, droid RAZR, iPhone 5, and a nexus 4. Guess which one is my favorite? The nexus 4!!
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No not here. I see it in numerous forums and threads. People bash the nexus 4 before they bash the S3. Its being compared to the S4 and that phone hasn't even came out yet!
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I don't know, people like to nitpick. My problem with the Nexus 4 is the same as the Galaxy Nexus I previously owned, its never 100% perfect, even after an RMA, there is still a bit of black light bleeding, a little bit of this, and a little bit of that, my wireless charging orb stopped working, had to RMA that, and so on, the Nexus line to me has always had some flaws in terms of hardware reliability.
That being said, the Nexus 4 is among the most beautiful phones, up there with the high end Xperia phones, and with amazing hardware, so asides from the hardware imperfections that one might encounter if unlucky, its a great phone.
I cannot think of a single phone other than the new Xperia (if aosp) that is coming out that I would trade my Nexus 4 for.
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No not here. I see it in numerous forums and threads. People bash the nexus 4 before they bash the S3. Its being compared to the S4 and that phone hasn't even came out yet!
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People bash it because they don't have it
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People bash it because they don't have it
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you just might be right sir. This is actually my first nexus device. I honestly was really close in getting the S3 until I saw this technological beauty being demoed at a local T-Mobile store. I swear I heard the phone calling my name lol. I immediately forgot all about the S3 and purchased the N4 full price.
Where is this so called backlash at?
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Jealousy is a powerful emotion.
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Well maybe not a backlash, but numerous threads and forums bash the nexus 4 as if Google completely messed up the device. Lack of LTE, lack of storage, glass back (guess they forgot about the "rave" reviews about iPhone 4 hardware), phone isn't thin enough, etc. CNET gave the phone a 3.5 out of 5 while S3 got a 4 out of 5. They gave the Galaxy Nexus a 5 out of 5 and the N4 is a complete upgrade! So a removable battery on Galaxy Nexus makes it perfect?
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Well maybe not a backlash, but numerous threads and forums bash the nexus 4 as if Google completely messed up the device. Lack of LTE, lack of storage, glass back (guess they forgot about the "rave" reviews about iPhone 4 hardware), phone isn't thin enough, etc. CNET gave the phone a 3.5 out of 5 while S3 got a 4 out of 5. They gave the Galaxy Nexus a 5 out of 5 and the N4 is a complete upgrade! So a removable battery on Galaxy Nexus makes it perfect?
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Don't pay attention to ***** ratings.. Nothing but a popularity contest.. Read the conclusions and see if the `cons' are anything you deem a problem. They focused on lack of LTE which is a legit gripe no matter how you spin it and how well HSPA+ works.. It is a technology that is sort expected now a days. But.. Unless it personally affects you.. Then it doesn't matter..
They also focused on calling it "uninspiring" "not expanding the Nexus brand".. That's when I stop taking them seriously.. When reviewers start getting all Martha Stewart on you.. It's time to stop reading.
It is just not flawless: back glass, which can crack in any day, noise from earpiece, non-vibrant screen - these spoil impression from the phone. It is my first nexus devise (I had xperia Ion before it) and I expected much more from it. I still haven't decided which one to sell - Nexus or Ion. Ion is flawless except that hardware quite old.
And that's what makes the difference between the nexus 4 and everything else. It will constantly get updates before any other phone. I can totally understand the glass back being fragile.
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I'm not trying to sound like a fanboy with this being my first nexus device. But honestly where else are you going to find an unlocked top tier phone with high end specs for $300. Put in perspective, a galaxy note 2 costs $299 with a two year contract. That's not even the full price of actual phone which is over $600. Over $600 for a phone that may or may not get Key Lime Pie. The nexus is guaranteed to get it and faster than anybody else.
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Have the thermal throttling issues been resolved since launch?
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I'm not trying to sound like a fanboy with this being my first nexus device. But honestly where else are you going to find an unlocked top tier phone with high end specs for $300. Put in perspective, a galaxy note 2 costs $299 with a two year contract. That's not even the full price of actual phone which is over $600. Over $600 for a phone that may or may not get Key Lime Pie. The nexus is guaranteed to get it and faster than anybody else.
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For me it doesn't matter how much it costs - I could buy iphone 5, but I don't like iOS. Price is just a good bonus. Having top hardware specs is good, but will not you feel disappointed if your back glass is cracked? And this state of waiting and checking if it is cracked or not... I hate being in situation like this. Maybe in some time I will stop thinking of this. Will not you be disappointed if you had another device with worse specs, but with so much better display?
That's a good question...
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I'm not saying cost should be a factor, but rather value. Look at what u get for such a low cost. I can understand the glass back being an issue. But I'd rather have the back shatter then the display itself. Luckily I have a case. Either way I would be disappointed. But which would really tick u off, shattering a phone $700 or shattering a phone $300?
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Have the thermal throttling issues been resolved since launch?
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I'm not sure as of yet. From what I've read it hasnt been that much of an issue unless you're doing extreme multitasking. So far Ive played Need for Speed Most Wanted while listening to music and it hasnt shut down yet. It does heat up though but not bad enough to shut the entire phone down.
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But which would really tick u off, shattering a phone $700 or shattering a phone $300?
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I spent 475$ for 16 GB version - that is its price in the UK. And i spent about 100$ for different accessories for it (skins, cases, etc). Maybe if lived in US and bought it for 300 I would have a different opinion
HTC One "Google Edition" Rumored for this summer. Interested or keeping Nexus 4?
Not sure if true, but it would make sense (pun intended) so HTC can keep up with Samsung.
http://phandroid.com/2013/05/20/htc...unning-stock-android-rumor/?utm_source=feedly
IF it comes out. I'll probably get it. i've been waiting for HTC to manufacture another Nexus phone. This is probably as close we can get it.
Hell Ya. Pure Android paired with a better camera, Mic, speakers, real LTE and build quality. I'll fork over the $649. Finally got to hold a HTC one this weekend..beautiful phone.
What does this have to do with the Nexus 4?
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What does this have to do with the Nexus 4?
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Thanks for posting in a thread that you don't care about. Must be an obvious attempt to raise your post count...
These always has to be one.. LOL
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Thanks for posting in a thread that you don't care about. Must be an obvious attempt to raise your post count...
These always has to be one.. LOL
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As much as I despise HTC for pairing with at&t to lock their phones harder than iOS. I will admit I do want the HTC one, but I don't want the "developer edition" or the carrier version. I probably would spend money for HTCs hardware with google's say in the matter. (fastboot oem unlock) for example.
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I'd probably wait for the Nexus 5 and if it disappoints, then hopefully the HTC One and the SGS4 will be cheaper by then and I'll pick one of them up. Even better, we'll see how the dev scene plays out for these "Google Edition" phones and if the updates are truly from Google and such.
There is a thread for such discussion: [DISCUSSION] Google Nexus 4 vs any other phone
I am generally interested when the Manufacturers are willing to bring the Nexus experience to one of their phones.
Might not jump on this one, but it is a good start.
The Nexus 4 is still powerful enough, and I want to see how the not-so-smart button setup of the HTC One is used with a Nexus Experience version.
Cheers
i dont think i will ever get a non-nexus phone. i mean, okay, htc releases a pure vanilla phone, which will get updates. but android is developed primarily for nexus phones, thus android on nexus phones will be the way it was intended.
plus i dont even consider samsung phones because of their build quality, and im fairly unsure about htc's poor battery life.
only thing that could convince me to do a little detour of nexuses is the moto x phone. if it ever comes out with aosp and good battery life (only thing that bugs me in my n4).
Yes, god yes it's like the ultimate phone. But a lot depends on the timing. If it's launched after the new nexus or just a month before it not a good buy. But if it's launched in a month from now..
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Nothing to do with the Nexus 4. Please use the Nexus 4 vs. Any other phone thread.
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What made you choose this device instead of others? Will you select your next smartphone based on the same criteria or do you care more about some other spec?
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The reason I chose my N4 was that it was a nexus device with awesome specs and a great price... U can't get a better bang for the buck phone.
My next phone has to be top end in specs and also at a good price point compared to the competition... Idk of it'll be N5 or X phone but I don't think I'll get rid of my N4 regardless
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Clean android, photosphere and updates. Hardware whatever, I dont feel any big performance difference when using s3, note 2, s4, nexus 4 etc ...
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Mainly the specs and price, similar specs unlocked cost 600$+
Also I had a Galaxy ****phone with 2010 specs
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pure google experience and match it with my nexus 7. both have nexus logo at the back. i like my stuff in-sync. haha. also, apps are designed mainly to match the stock look, so having the dev phone is awesome. less problem thinking on why this app not working/supported cuz dev use nexus mainly.
plus its cheap. and design rocks!
I needed some more performance since my HTC Incredible S got a bit slow with only one core. I didn't want to spend 200 € more for a branded interface that I would replace with another ROM anyway. With the N4 I have great performance, solid quality and a clean ANdroid which I don't have to replace keeping my warranty.
Just ordered a black N4 (don't get the white phone craze). My faithful Nexus S no longer meets my needs. My main reasons for the 4 are:
Unlocked
A Nexus device, so hopefully will have current updates for a while
Good price, extra features of S4 not important to me, especially for almost twice the cost
Only thing I don't like is the screen size. 4" screen perfect for me, kept holding out for a top end 4.3" android. And yes, I've used bigger phones. After I saw the S4 mini specs I gave up, guess I'll get used to it. Anyhow, given I wear reading glasses now its probably a good thing?
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Price and just how rubbish Sony were at supporting the Xperia S threw me over the edge.
Former Verizon user. Saw the price of the N4. Knew I'd make my money back within 4 months after switching to T-Mobile. Broken contract. Win.
I came from the LG G2X and all I wanted was a damn OS update. With the only update the G2X ever received being a whopping 2.3 to 2.4 I decided I'd stay away from non nexus devices the best I could. The build quality from LG is pretty nice, good balance between appearance and hand feel so I never once questioned that the N4 would be the perfect phone for me. What do I look for in a phone? Top tier performance and the quickest OS updates.
2gb ram for this awesome price
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In this order:
1. Unlocked
2. Nexus
3. Top flight phone for $350, how could you resist?
Loving it on straight talk. I love the phone almost as much as the fact that my bill is half what it was before.
One of my main reasons for choosing the N4 is knowing this phone will get updates for a long time from google but others are:
Build quality.
Price point for a unlocked phone.
Amount of development.
AOSP
Price (seriously, extremely great value)
Customization, Google WANTS you to flash new ROMs and stuff to this device
I'm an aspiring Android developer (currently a .NET developer)
The sleek look
Came from iPhone 4, my only other smartphone I've ever owned. Basically debated whether to get the Nexus 4 or SGS4, thank god I went with Nexus 4. Had to switch from Verizon, but well worth it. No more Verizon red tape to deal with ever again, or any contracts.
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Former Verizon user. Saw the price of the N4. Knew I'd make my money back within 4 months after switching to T-Mobile. Broken contract. Win.
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If you arent on a contracted plan with T-Mobile, unless you are on the $30 plan with no minutes, consider one of the MNVOs. Im on Straight Talk after trying T-Mobile for a bit and the service is IDENTICAL. However, the bill from unlimited plan to unlimited plan isnt.
Cheap and decent specs. That's all.
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AOSP
Price (seriously, extremely great value)
Customization, Google WANTS you to flash new ROMs and stuff to this device
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This.
After flashing cm7, then cm9 and 10 on my Fascinate, I realized AOSP is how Android phones are supposed to be. I love the clean interface, speed and smoothness and stability. My phone after that was the Gnex, so naturally I upgraded to the next nexus. I know there are AOSP roms on a ton of other phones, but the reliability seems to be perfected on the nexus devices, since they are built for AOSP. Also, there is a huge amount of developer support.
needed something after my N9 and really didn't want to go back to a locked down phone.
I bought the N4 due to the price, pure android and the ability to enable LTE on T-Mobile. I couldn't be happier coming from Sprint. It's a night and day difference.
So many phones looking forward too.
1. HTC ONE MAXX/T6
2. NOTE 3
3. MOTO X PHONE.
4. A possibly revamped s4 with a snapdragon 800
5. HTC ONE AND S4 Google edition.
Just wondering who is trading their nexus 4 for what phone and for what purposes?
Just curious
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So many phones looking forward too.
1. HTC ONE MAXX/T6
2. NOTE 3
3. MOTO X PHONE.
4. A possibly revamped s4 with a snapdragon 800
5. HTC ONE AND S4 Google edition.
Just wondering who is trading their nexus 4 for what phone and for what purposes?
Just curious
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I ain't trading shizz!!! I just bought this phone 4 months ago, and I did so with the intention of using it until it's a dinosaur (EOL), or Google signs Sony to make a Nexus...whichever comes first
i wanna trade but idk i love this phone so much
Getting the next Nexus. Hopefully made by HTC or Sony.
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Don't think the Nexus 4 has enough trade value to do a one for one trade for the phones you mentioned.
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i wanna trade but idk i love this phone so much
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I know, I love it too....that's why the only thing that'll make me get a new one before N4's EOL is a Sony Nexus. I absolutely love their hardware! I'm actually kind of impressed that LG did as well with this one, too...I've never exactly been a fan of anything LG makes, but man do I love this phone
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Don't think the Nexus 4 has enough trade value to do a one for one trade for the phones you mentioned.
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i know not a direct trade and no one would trade those phones for a nexus 4
but i meant trade as in sell/ trade w/cash , etc.
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I know, I love it too....that's why the only thing that'll make me get a new one before N4's EOL is a Sony Nexus. I absolutely love their hardware! I'm actually kind of impressed that LG did as well with this one, too...I've never exactly been a fan of anything LG makes, but man do I love this phone
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yea i was a bit iffy about LG making this at first, but im very impressed with it.
And yea sony nexus would be nice
and most phones now pretty much have all same hardware (as far as flagship devices) sony makes some sexy looking devices
only thing i wish is the nexus had a 5 inch display :/
I will never buy another phone that isn't in the Nexus line as long as Nexus is being made. I came from the iPhone 4 to the Nexus 4 with zero experience in any Nexus device, or even Android in general, and I can tell you that pure Android is the best Android. I have a bunch of friends who hate Android solely because they bought a low-end phone that was running an outdated version of Android and had low specs.
"Yeah, but you should buy those Google Edition phones! They're so good and still show off pure Android!"
Yes, but at the same time, no. It's what AOSP 'should' look like, but it isn't truly AOSP. The OEMs still have to input their proprietary drivers/kernels to make it compatible with that hardware, so it's still customized. Android is developed for the latest Nexus device, and Nexus is made to show off the latest Android. I will sincerely buy every Nexus device that will ever be made because it is so open (and cheap). The freedom granted to OEMs, or end-users, is ridiculous. One line of code to unlock the bootloader? For real? Why WOULDN'T you buy Nexus? Come on.
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I will never buy another phone that isn't in the Nexus line as long as Nexus is being made. I came from the iPhone 4 to the Nexus 4 with zero experience in any Nexus device, or even Android in general, and I can tell you that pure Android is the best Android. I have a bunch of friends who hate Android solely because they bought a low-end phone that was running an outdated version of Android and had low specs.
"Yeah, but you should buy those Google Edition phones! They're so good and still show off pure Android!"
Yes, but at the same time, no. It's what AOSP 'should' look like, but it isn't truly AOSP. The OEMs still have to input their proprietary drivers/kernels to make it compatible with that hardware, so it's still customized. Android is developed for the latest Nexus device, and Nexus is made to show off the latest Android. I will sincerely buy every Nexus device that will ever be made because it is so open (and cheap). The freedom granted to OEMs, or end-users, is ridiculous. One line of code to unlock the bootloader? For real? Why WOULDN'T you buy Nexus? Come on.
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Historically, not all nexii are as cheap as the N4. Just ask galaxy nexus, nexus s, nexus one and google one owners who bought devices from play. They paid an arm for their devices!! I love google's new subsidized price strategy, but it's just that....new I hope they keep it up, though, because I whole-heartedly agree with you!! I'll buy every nexus released as long as they are affordable in their prices.
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Historically, not all nexii are as cheap as the N4. Just ask galaxy nexus, nexus s, nexus one and google one owners who bought devices from play. They paid an arm for their devices!! I love google's new subsidized price strategy, but it's just that....new I hope they keep it up, though, because I whole-heartedly agree with you!! I'll buy every nexus released as long as they are affordable in their prices.
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I don't own a N4, but I do hope they keep the same price range as I will be buying a nexus for my next device come January. Hopefully there will be a N5 at that time with the same price I will jump all over that.
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Bought my wife the Galaxy S4 yesterday. I love my nexus too but dang that phone is RETARDED fast. I mean, I didn't really notice any lag in my phone until I played with hers but there is a hint here and there. Even with my animations and so forth turned to .5x
I could flash Cyanogenmod and be good to go. I mean I had the EOL idea too but now I'm rethinking it. And to think what goodies may come in the fall. The Galaxy S4 LTE-A with a 2.3ghz processor.... REALLY.? Omg.. I dunno we will see I guess. I do love my phone but it's hard to resist hardware like that.
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Bought my wife the Galaxy S4 yesterday. I love my nexus too but dang that phone is RETARDED fast. I mean, I didn't really notice any lag in my phone until I played with hers but there is a hint here and there. Even with my animations and so forth turned to .5x
I could flash Cyanogenmod and be good to go. I mean I had the EOL idea too but now I'm rethinking it. And to think what goodies may come in the fall. The Galaxy S4 LTE-A with a 2.3ghz processor.... REALLY.? Omg.. I dunno we will see I guess. I do love my phone but it's hard to resist hardware like that.
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For me at least I know I want the nexus cuz I don't want to pay for all the extra stuff that I won't use like waiving my hand around like a monkey to use my phone. Anyways if I were to get a s4 and use cm10.1 on it what's the point of spending twice the amount of a nexus for when I can have a better version of cm10.1
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Staying with the N4 till the N5 arrives...
Another vote for keeping the N4 until the next Nexus.
Thanks may be an option too. I'm excited to see what the future of Google and Motorola may be also.. I think the point of putting Cyanogenmod on Galaxy S4 would be the better specs of the S4.
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Why isn't the iPhone 5S on this list?!
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defnow said:
Why isn't the iPhone 5S on this list?!
....jk
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Well.... If I could get cyanogenmod on the 5S then.......
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In my opinion the n4 is the best phone available especially since it will get official/unofficial updates for 3-5 years or so,
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Well it seems that the S4 and the HTCone are not going to get their updates at the same time as us Nexus owners, Google says
On background, we will be working very closely with Samsung and HTC on future software updates for these devices and they will receive software updates shortly after a new version is released.
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This makes it one more reason why I will stay with a true Google device.
Source: http://goo.gl/2hm5t
It seems Google has been so on point with nexus 4 and new nexus 7 plus all the updated apps I truly don't understand the point of the moto x. I mean at 200 on contract why would anyone buy this phone. Even though Google doesn't make the nexus why compete against yourself.
I have a feeling the nexus phone might either go away or not even be anything major this year. Its almost November what new processor would go in it. I am thinking this year the nexus 5 will be made by HTC and cost a lot more.
For some reason I like the material for the new nexus 7 and would like that as the back of the next nexus.
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Wasn't it confirmed that LG are making the nexus 5? Usually oems get two shots..... I liked the lockscreen on the moto X
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It seems Google has been so on point with nexus 4 and new nexus 7 plus all the updated apps I truly don't understand the point of the moto x. I mean at 200 on contract why would anyone buy this phone. Even though Google doesn't make the nexus why compete against yourself.
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I mean, are they serious? Do they really think this is in the same league as the Galaxy S4 or iPhone 5 available at the same price?
I'm worried about a Nexus 5 now too. Cannibalize sales with a Nexus device or price the next Nexus way higher. Only the former is appealing to me and I'm sure it's not to Google.
I think the moto x is going to be a Microsoft kin type of failure. Is there some hidden features I am missing? HTC one, s4, new iPhone and even the nexus 4 are all better and same price. Why release all these versions like who cares for a dev edition x. I was thinking this phone would be free on contract and that would be the selling point.
Highly doubt a new nexus happening this year. I see Google just making the dev phones now.
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Wasn't it confirmed that LG are making the nexus 5? Usually oems get two shots..... I liked the lockscreen on the moto X
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LG said no.
Nexus 5 will be made by LG and so the Moto X does not have any bearing on it, or the Nexus program until such time that Motorola becomes a Nexus manufacturer.
This is just Moto still sucking. Not as terrible as before, but still bad.
Google needs to just take full reins of Motorola and turn them into a pure hardware arm of Google and not try to please everyone and end up pleasing no one.
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LG said no.
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They said no but they changed there mind. They just wanted to keep it a secret.
Also Moto X is only going to be released in the US as far as I read, which makes sense as its made in the US and customization from other countries will take time and effort.
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They said no but they changed there mind. They just wanted to keep it a secret.
Also Moto X is only going to be released in the US as far as I read, which makes sense as its made in the US and customization from other countries will take time and effort.
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Oh, I see. I don't see why they won't make their phones through Motorola since they own them. Better than paying Microsoft for phones that profit other companies.
I think Nexus 5 is the last project of the Nexus. Then Google completely focused on Motorola phones.
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Since the Nexus 4 is rather faulty imo (both H/W rev. 10 & rev. 11) - bad battery performance, getting abnormally warm during normal use (hate it), poor software optimization etc, I doubt that Google will keep rolling the nexus project along with LG. Samsung were fine partners.
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Since the Nexus 4 is rather faulty imo (both H/W rev. 10 & rev. 11) - bad battery performance, getting abnormally warm during normal use (hate it), poor software optimization etc, I doubt that Google will keep rolling the nexus project along with LG. Samsung were fine partners.
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Not quite sure what you are talking about. If you are facing all those problems, try using stock everything and see if the problem persists. There are 6 Nexus 4s among my family and friends and we dont face any bad battery performance, any stutters or anything. We are all on stock.
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Since the Nexus 4 is rather faulty imo (both H/W rev. 10 & rev. 11) - bad battery performance, getting abnormally warm during normal use (hate it), poor software optimization etc, I doubt that Google will keep rolling the nexus project along with LG. Samsung were fine partners.
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You never had a HTC One X? This gets way hotter than the Nexus 4.
Plus Nexus 4 back is made of glass, which is the reason you feel the heat more. All other phone such as HTC One and Samsung S4 has the same problem. This is due to the Snapdragon chip, not because of LG.
why not in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2021559]
After owning a HTC One and moving to the Galaxy S4, I went back to the beautiful White Nexus 4. The feel in the hand of the nexus 4 is superior to any phone I have owned even though it has some lower specs
not worried here, Moto X is aimed to completely different kind of users, Nexus is aimed more for developers and Android Fans, Moto X has a locked bootloader and will be distributed via carriers. I think that the challenge is for Samsung or HTC which sells devices in similar conditions (not to mention apple). I Also think it depends of the kind of user you are.
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After owning a HTC One and moving to the Galaxy S4, I went back to the beautiful White Nexus 4. The feel in the hand of the nexus 4 is superior to any phone I have owned even though it has some lower specs
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Completely agree. Although i own both HTC One and Nexus 4, i find myself using my Nexus 4 more than my HTC One.And if Google was to make it their last project, they may as well go out with a bang! I'm talking Sony Xperia Z water proof body, Nokia's 41MP with 6 or 7 (i dont know how many they have now lol) elements camera lens, and full AOSP OS = my dream phone.
Behold The Google Nexus Lumia Z....is what i'm thinking lol.
I just want the moto x to be ported
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Everyone something new comes out everyone starts complaining. So what that the moto x is running near stock with some cool features. So what that battery life is supposedly improved. So what that the camera is far superior. So what that Motorolas radios are usually really good. So what that benchmarks are on par with stock Nexus 4. So what that there will be a 32 GB Model. All the things that everyone complains about with the Nexus 4 is improved upon with the moto x. I love my Nexus 4. But I'm really tempted to get the developer addition depending on the cost. My concern is that asop based roms will not have all the features working since I'm sure all the teams are closed source
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I just want the moto x to be ported
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Same heree or I want these features in KLP or some kind of Google update.. but let's not complain and see what Google will give our Nexus.
it's got a nice lockscreen hopefully someone can port it when the device is opened by devs