Welp I'm in.
Google Nexus 6 ($650) and Nexus 9 (Tegra K1, 8.9", $399 for 16GB) Announced
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You could go for a Shield Tablet which is $300. The screen is smaller, the res is smaller, and the K1 is 32-bit, but you also get an SD card slot and a stylus.
Kenny Blankenship
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everywhere I read it says no hdmi for the nexus 9, and no mhl. anway to get this on my t.v without miracast?
Not really. I mean it'd have to be a pretty shitty untested app to begin with for that to make a difference.
brain_stew
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80 quid for 16GB of storage is so damn frustrating.
Are you coming to Android from an iOS background? Not trying to start a debate, I like and use both (iPhone 6 w/ N9 on the way). Tablet apps on Android are much better than a few years ago. It's like saying the PS3 had no game in 2009ish. It may have been true in 2006, but eventually built a solid library. Same thing here.
As far as aspect ratio, Android development is different than iOS. I don't think things are developed to fit only a certain aspect ratio or screen size. Instead they're developed with more of a one size fits all approach. Think of it like a responsive website almost. Tablet support was introduced in Android Honeycomb which was released in early 2011 I believe. Times were rough then. All apps worked on tablets, full screen, (not the way the iPad has to handle iPhone apps because they're developed to fit only the iPhone) but were essentially just blown up phone apps.
There's been ample amount of time for devs to catch up, though.. almost 2015! Idk how familiar you are with Android, but if you're looking to play around with an Android device and have an extra $400, the N9 seems like a pretty nice spot to jump in.
neogaffer1
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Waiting for Nexus 9 16 GB + Cover/case for $300 is the best way to go, methinks.
Also, remember when the 2013 HTC One launched with 32 GB of RAM as default with no premium over a 16 GB model? What the hell happened? The Nexus 6 comes with 32 GB default and 64 GB upgrade is only $50, so the reason it isn't the same with the Nexus 9 has to be HTC. Pretty ridiculous, IMO.
Also, remember when the 2013 HTC One launched with 32 GB of RAM as default with no premium over a 16 GB model? What the hell happened? The Nexus 6 comes with 32 GB default and 64 GB upgrade is only $50, so the reason it isn't the same with the Nexus 9 has to be HTC. Pretty ridiculous, IMO.
Rimon-hanit
Member
Still getting it.
kinda killed it for me I think. £360 and I'd have been in.
Found this on /r/Android.
God, that looks so drop dead sexy. Current N5 owner here, absolutely love the size (big hands), and love the high specs.
I also flashed Lollipop on my N5 today...it's a true beauty.
So what do you say, GAF? Midnight Blue or Ghost White N6? I personally hate white devices, so midnight blue it is.
God, that looks so drop dead sexy. Current N5 owner here, absolutely love the size (big hands), and love the high specs.
I also flashed Lollipop on my N5 today...it's a true beauty.
So what do you say, GAF? Midnight Blue or Ghost White N6? I personally hate white devices, so midnight blue it is.
Jzero
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Found this on /r/Android.
God, that looks so drop dead sexy. Current N5 owner here, absolutely love the size (big hands), and love the high specs.
I also flashed Lollipop on my N5 today...it's a true beauty.
So what do you say, GAF? Midnight Blue or Ghost White N6? I personally hate white devices, so midnight blue it is.
Lawd that looks decent. Blue for me as well.
I will tell you why, Google has been getting some training courses from Nintendo and Apple, mostly from Nintendo. Nobody milks their base more than Nintendo does, they perfected that method long ago.
Sad to see Google abandon the low end of the market with the Nexus line. I don't trust other manufacturers to keep updating their budget products with the latest versions of Android.
Makes sense in light of the Android One strategy, but it's a shame where tablets are concerned, especially for things like schools.
Makes sense in light of the Android One strategy, but it's a shame where tablets are concerned, especially for things like schools.
Just give us an SD slot already.
It's a google device. That is as likely as a sd card slot on a iPhone.
Check out OnePlus One, might interest you with cynagogen mod running and the devs keen on keeping android updated.
Dead Prince
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Are Android tablets used in your area for schools? In my area it's all iPads.
BoboBrazil
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Found this on /r/Android.
God, that looks so drop dead sexy. Current N5 owner here, absolutely love the size (big hands), and love the high specs.
I also flashed Lollipop on my N5 today...it's a true beauty.
So what do you say, GAF? Midnight Blue or Ghost White N6? I personally hate white devices, so midnight blue it is.
This looks nice. Why are people fucking around though? Shoot some damn video.
octave one
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its a phablet, what were you guys expecting? I don't get why everyone is so shocked by the size.
strikeselect
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Found this on /r/Android.
God, that looks so drop dead sexy. Current N5 owner here, absolutely love the size (big hands), and love the high specs.
I also flashed Lollipop on my N5 today...it's a true beauty.
So what do you say, GAF? Midnight Blue or Ghost White N6? I personally hate white devices, so midnight blue it is.
*heavy breathing*
"I don't need it, I don't need it, I don't need it...."
Found this on /r/Android.
God, that looks so drop dead sexy. Current N5 owner here, absolutely love the size (big hands), and love the high specs.
I also flashed Lollipop on my N5 today...it's a true beauty.
So what do you say, GAF? Midnight Blue or Ghost White N6? I personally hate white devices, so midnight blue it is.
having the word nexus there looks so fucking bad
and the material looks really slippery
but the curves are really nice
midnight blue looks better
who is this mug and why does he think having the same battery means having the same battery life
FallingEdge
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need more cam pictures! I just don't want this camera to disappoint
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Kind of wish there was one with the blue back and a white front. I'm torn on which one to get. Hmm.
sometimes i game
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I thought I was crazy - nexus in size 92 font looks terrible. Really awful.
Otherwise it looks like a big Moto X, so that's fine.
WhiskerFrisker
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Midnight blue looks pretty good. Anyone know how much this will be plus tax in the U.S? $650 plus tax is no joke.
Tax will depend on where you live. You will also be able to subsidize the cost through most carriers.
WhiskerFrisker
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I'm getting it unlocked so I'm paying full price. New York tax for me then.
SSGMUN10000
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Birthday coming up and trying to decide between the nexus 6 and 9. I'm leaning towards the 9 since I currently use a Nexus 5. Which one would you guys go with?
Phoenix
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If you have a 5, get a 9 unless you really want a bigger phone. I have seen limited reasons to really upgrade - though I am getting a 6 for development/testing.
Phoenix
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They should be in the store on November 3rd.
mingoguaya
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I'm wondering how much will the N6 be on AT&T Next, I have an upgrade available and rather have that than the iPhone 6+
You could avoid the tax if you purchase through an online retailer who doesn't have a physical location in your state, so that's always an idea depending on who stocks it.
RoadHazard
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Here's a question: Why do people want the LTE version of the N9, or any tablet for that matter? Don't you carry your phone with you at all times? If you do, why not just tether? Surely having a separate data plan for your tablet can't be cheaper than using the one you already have for your phone?
(I guess this goes out the window if you're with some shit carrier that prevents tethering or charges extra for it for no good reason.)
(I guess this goes out the window if you're with some shit carrier that prevents tethering or charges extra for it for no good reason.)
Phoenix
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If I give it to the kids, they will be able to use it without being tethered to my phone.
fluffydelusions
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They released the nexus 7 the week before on a Friday early. I just went to bestbuy and picked it up..no preorder.
BoboBrazil
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When is the 6 actually supposed to be available. I've just send preorders at the end of October.
BoboBrazil
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Smart move. You can get the OPO and a Nexus 9 for almost the same price as the Nexus 6 and performance will be the same on OPO and Nexus 6 if Note 4 performance is anything to go buy. The 2K screen takes any power advantage away from the N6.
I don't know what a One Plus One is...first time hearing it on this thread. Can you upgrade the battery on it?
WhiskerFrisker
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No, but it's a flagship level phone at the price of a mid-range phone. It requires some maintenance by the user but it's pretty good. Look it up.
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