BootlegSnackz
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I was not disappointed
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Came here to see the undeniable happiness this news would have caused this thread.
I was not disappointed
No, just change the picture using gmail contacts on a desktop pc.
No, as far as I understand it nothing has changed in Android (contacts photos were already of a good size), but Google have finally changed the contact sync that previously down-resed all the pics.
Nicktendo86
Member
Its been said before and will be said again but seriously, fuck apple.
I think Jelly Bean already avoids this patent. There's no "unlock image" that you have to move, it just has the fixed grid of dots which light up as your finger passes over them.
I think Jelly Bean already avoids this patent. There's no "unlock image" that you have to move, it just has the fixed grid of dots which light up as your finger passes over them.
Hmm, you're right. I never realized that the unlock button disappears after you tap it.
Nicktendo86
Member
Ahhh clever, I wondered why they changed it in jelly bean. Still, shouldn't have to make changes like these to avoid shitty patents!
I think Jelly Bean already avoids this patent. There's no "unlock image" that you have to move, it just has the fixed grid of dots which light up as your finger passes over them.
Eh, not so sure about that.
That twinkling thing can be counted as an 'image'. The rest falls under that new broader patent.
I'm actually fairly disgusting by this. Not Apple attempts, but the grants they get; with no recourse in sight.
Only the S III gets around the new patent.
brotkasten
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HTC retires from the tablet market for now.
http://www.fiercewireless.com/story/htc-tablets-fade-us-market-firm-keeps-options-open/2012-10-09
The patent describes an unlock image that moves. The dots do not move, so there's no infringement.
brotkasten
Member
"with Google" seems weird for a Nexus device.
Paging Apple lawyers to expand the patent to cover dots, rainbows and unlock by thought.
Its already been reported that they requested an additional modification to that patent in July of this year in the Verge article. Of course, after Googles change to the 'flashlight over dots' effect with ICS and JB. I think we can all guess what that appendage will be. Something they hope that will cover Googles way of handling it.
All they want to do is impede competitors, the patent system allowing them to just endlessly tack on other peoples inventions and workarounds and gain ownership of them after the fact is hilariously broken. But I enjoy it because it shows Apples true colors, they are just chasing chasing chasing, and its hilarious to see.
Yep, and the Nexus S shared a lot of similarities with the GNexus. Its definitely seems that Google has a style and body type that they seem to prefer.
Nicktendo86
Member
Ahuh, looks like a refinded, almost 'grown up' GNexus to me. Gone is the cheap pastic, in is the quality glass like material. Even maintains the textured look. I love it.
brotkasten
Member
I don't think anyone can seriously defend this Nexus. Made by LG, "with Google", non replaceable battery and yeah, made by LG.
Nicktendo86
Member
I will withhold final judgement until the phone has actually been, you know, announced but from what we know I like the specs and the design. Non removable battery is a downer but it does help with the design of the phone. One of the biggest critism of the GNexus was the pastic batery cover looked cheap, this solves that.
Made by LG? I have no problem with LG, I am sick to death with Samsung anyway. I thougt LG's phones were always okay anyway, it was mainly their horrible skin on Android that was the problem?
I have nothing against non removable batteries if they are big enough. I've always been adamant about more phones going the "Maxx" route.
If its an 1800mah battery in it that's sealed then fuck off.
And poor LG. The nexus line doesn't sell like crazy but the gnex has been in the top 3 on vzw and sprint quite a bit. This phone is DOA in the US.
If its an 1800mah battery in it that's sealed then fuck off.
And poor LG. The nexus line doesn't sell like crazy but the gnex has been in the top 3 on vzw and sprint quite a bit. This phone is DOA in the US.
Non-replacable batteries could be a huge problem for people who root and flash different ROMs on their phone a lot. A lot of ROMs are prone to just freeze and the only way out of it is to remove the battery which you can't really do with a non-replacable.
Not really a fan of it
Not really a fan of it
The Faceless Master
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hey now, LG isn't that bad... but the non-replaceable battery... ugh! and i say that as someone who owns a workaround.
Nicktendo86
Member
I was going to say this actually, I've had to pull my battery many a time. I kind of want to get out the habit of constantly flashing my phone and just enjoy it though so this could be a good incentive to play it safe.
I thought we discussed this. You can reset frozen phones with a non replaceable battery.
Souless_PJ
Banned
What the hell is happening in Android land
S3 mini with garbage specs - could have been a great iPhone sized alternative.
LG (eww) nexus with 8gb no sd, no LTE, ugly design and screen looks washed out.
Make some flagship phones people jeez - not exactly inspiring confidence.
What are the chances of more Nexus models?
S3 mini with garbage specs - could have been a great iPhone sized alternative.
LG (eww) nexus with 8gb no sd, no LTE, ugly design and screen looks washed out.
Make some flagship phones people jeez - not exactly inspiring confidence.
What are the chances of more Nexus models?
brotkasten
Member
My Optimus begs to differ. Everyone told me not go get a phone from LG and I didn't listen.
I wish I did.
Do you have hardware or software problems?
As long as LG makes a competent phone, Google will take care of it software wise.
Those solutions are not good enough. It charges very slowly. So if you are on a hiking trip, 70% or the time you have to plug in. And this is when the usb connector most likely to get damaged.
A replaceable battery is a much more elegent solution. Its lighter, easy to replace after 2 years, and they don't put stress on any part of the phone.
After 3 years of heavy usage, my HTC HD2 is on its 4th and 5th batteries. Image if it has a non replaceable battery, its battery life would have gone to shit and I can't even sell it. Basically non replaceable battery encourage shorter upgrade cycle and only benefit the manufacturers. Fuck that shit.
The Faceless Master
Member
i'm on your side! i have one of those in addition to a replaceable battery!
brotkasten
Member
100% hardware and apparently it's a known problem. Not that it matters now, I replaced it with a Galaxy Nexus.
The Faceless Master
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what's happening is everyone is making way for the Q4 flagship, 2012 Best Galaxy, The Next Big Thing, the Samsung Galaxy Note II
Jazzy Network
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I'm interested in a good LG phone, but this Nexus looks meh. I'll wait for the Optimus G.
The Faceless Master
Member
LG makes competent phones... well, except for that grounding issue on the HDMI port of the Optimus 2x/G2x... but other than that, they're pretty solid hardware in materials and workmanship.
i doubt it will be only 8gb. It will be 8 and 16gb. Nexus models don't have SD cards, stop expecting it and you won't be disappointed. Google dislikes external storage
I think the note 2 is a bit too large, maybe I would have to see one.
I could get the gnexus for 29 dollars on a 3 year (upgrade in 2)
I just don't want to make a poor choice since I am "locked in" for 2 years with whatever phone I choose.
A lot of people I know and one dude who sells phones/owns a GS3 are telling me to get one, but it seems like GAF may not like it too much... unless I am wrong.
You can buy an unlocked Galaxy Nexus from Google for 350$usd
Since Google's store is IP blocked: how long does it take to receive the device if you buy it from Google? I'm visiting to the US in January and might pick one up.
SSGMUN10000
Connoisseur Of Tedium
So LG nexus has only 8gb, no sexy curved glass but has a quad core. I know its a developer phone but a little confused on it. Kinda like half flagship nexus phone.
They use a 2 days shipping.
wtf about the 8GB? settle down people the phone hasn't be announced, for all we know this thing is a 6 month old prototype that they only stuck 8GB in to save on costs on a prototype. Wait til it's announced, then you guys can rage if it's only 8 GB and a shitty small battery.
that was last week
btw, it looks "smaller" than the Galaxy Nexus right?- Status