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[Rhindle]

Whoa, nice surprise this morning. I got upgraded all the way from "Ships in 2-3 weeks" to "Order Shipped"!

 

[Fletcher]

When was the Nexus 4 released? A year ago or two years ago?




Edit: Thank you, sir.

 

[JordanKZ]

When was the Nexus 4 released? A year ago or two years ago?

Nexus 4 - 1 year ago
Galaxy Nexus - 2 years ago
Nexus S - 3 years ago
Nexus One - 4 years ago.

 

[v1lla21]

So why can't this work with Verizon? is it the LTE bands?

 

[Vyse The Legend]

So why can't this work with Verizon? is it the LTE bands?

Cause Verizon hates freedom.

Also, it doesn't have bands to work on Verizon's CDMA or LTE network.

 

[werks]

Any confirmation if the Nexus 5 has panel self refresh like the G2?

Also what is the possibility that the G2's 3000mah battery will fit in the Nexus 5?

 

[MarkMclovin]

Mine shipped yesterday at 4pm, cool. May even receive it tomorrow.

Is this the Nexus 5 OT?

 

[jimbor]

Very tempted to pay up for an early upgrade for this. Think it's about time I went Nexus, really getting used to it on the N7 and would rather not continue to compromise...

But of course EE/T-Mob/Orange aren't offering it, like any Nexus phones. Grumble Grumble grumble.

Erm, buy it sim free direct from Google and sell your old phone? Easy route to a new phone.

 

[Vyse The Legend]

Any confirmation if the Nexus 5 has panel self refresh like the G2?

Also what is the possibility that the G2's 3000mah battery will fit in the Nexus 5?

The Nexus 5's kernel makes mention of panel self refresh, and the file it links to is specific to the Nexus 5, meaning it's not generic Android code/support. However, people don't think it actually has it.

 

[JonathanEx]

Erm, buy it sim free direct from Google and sell your old phone? Easy route to a new phone.

That's what I might do when the contract is actually up - but for now I'm happy. In a few months that's a solid option.

 

[Bomber Bob]

Ordered on 31st...

Man I love that Google finally remembered about Italy.

Love you Google.

 

[jimbor]

That's what I might do when the contract is actually up - but for now I'm happy. In a few months that's a solid option.

My contract expired a few months back. Went GiffGaff and have been patiently awaiting the N5.

 

[Jazzy Network]

Any confirmation if the Nexus 5 has panel self refresh like the G2?

Also what is the possibility that the G2's 3000mah battery will fit in the Nexus 5?

Wut? Theyre both non removable.

 

[northead]

Man I love that Google finally remembered about Italy.

Love you Google.

Yeah, definitely.
It would've been a struggle to get the phone at a decent price without the Play Store.

PS_ Did your phone ship already?

 

[Symphonia]

Erm, buy it sim free direct from Google and sell your old phone? Easy route to a new phone.

That's what I'm doing. I took your advice from here and the BritGAF thread - selling my iPhone 5 (via eBay or Facebook) and using the money from the sale to purchase a SIM-free Nexus directly from Google and using the nano-SIM from the iPhone, with a nano-to-micro adapter given to me by O2, on my new phone. Sorted.

 

[jimbor]

That's what I'm doing. I took your advice from here and the BritGAF thread - selling my iPhone 5 (via eBay or Facebook) and using the money from the sale to purchase a SIM-free Nexus directly from Google and using the nano-SIM from the iPhone, with a nano-to-micro adapter given to me by O2, on my new phone. Sorted.

Good stuff, glad you didn't get bent over by o2.

 

[northead]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-neo-hybrid.html

It's too sexy. I'm so tempted.

 

[Odinson]

Got my email this morning that it shipped!!! Feels good..

 

[Groof]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-neo-hybrid.html

It's too sexy. I'm so tempted.

Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn, that case alone makes me want to get an N5.

 

[ThaiGrocer]

Some threads on potential problems and defects, mostly from UK buyers:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2508902
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2509455

Should be fun to see how it's actually like when I receive mine this week.

 

[werks]

Wut? Theyre both non removable.

I know, but the teardown seems pretty simple. Wouldn't mind replacing the battery if it would fit.

 

[Rhindle]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-neo-hybrid.html

It's too sexy. I'm so tempted.

Just ordered one of these. They're $20 on Amazon.

 

[northead]

Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn, that case alone makes me want to get an N5.

I just bought it on Amazon.
Don't know if I love or hate myself.

 

[Symphonia]

Good stuff, glad you didn't get bent over by o2.

The in-store advisor was actually pretty helpful and all for me selling just the handset and continuing to use the nano-SIM in my Nexus. I was surprised to say the least.

 

[dripdripsplash]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-neo-hybrid.html

It's too sexy. I'm so tempted.

This looks very nice.

 

[GoldenEye 007]

So for TMo's $30 prepaid plan, is it better porting your number first to Google Voice then forwarding that to the phone. Or just setup prepaid directly with your current number. I'd be porting the number from an expired TMo contract plan to prepaid.

 

[CreepingFear]

Every time I see someone has received a shipping confirmation and I'm still pending.

 

[Kintaco]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-neo-hybrid.html

It's too sexy. I'm so tempted.

It looks like a nice case, I passed on it because I bought the White Nexus, and didn't want to cover it in black. As others have said check it out on Amazon.

 

[Massive Nights]

Ordered on the 1st and got confirmation of shipment yesterday around 5.

 

[zedge]

Just got my shipped email too!! Said two to three weeks when I ordered. Guess that was worst case. Can't wait!

 

[Groof]

I just bought it on Amazon.
Don't know if I love or hate myself.

I'd say it's a good move. You never know when a case might come in handy, and it's always a plus when they're this good looking.

 

[Joco]

I'm confused now. I just got an email saying that my order has shipped, but now my bank account is not showing the phone being charged to my account when previously it had appeared in my account but had not actually been charged yet. I thought once it had shipped you get charged? Or is it when it's delivered?

 

[Esqueleto]

I'd say it's a good move. You never know when a case might come in handy, and it's always a plus when they're this good looking.

I got mine yesterday. Figured google wouldn't have their cases up by the time I got my phone. Materials feel really nice. A lot nicer than my current ringke fusion.

 

[Fraxin]

I'm confused now. I just got an email saying that my order has shipped, but now my bank account is not showing the phone being charged to my account when previously it had appeared in my account but had not actually been charged yet. I thought once it had shipped you get charged? Or is it when it's delivered?

That is weird, My phone's status is pending and it will be shipped in 2-3 weeks, and I got charged just when I placed the order. Maybe I need to call customer support.

 

[Shalashaska161]

Just got my shipping email. Canadian btw, so those ones are starting to ship out now as well.

 

[BertramCooper]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-neo-hybrid.html

It's too sexy. I'm so tempted.

That is a shmexy case, but I don't think I'll bite because I don't want the Nexus wordmark covered up.

I know that's probably weird of me, ha ha.

 

[No Love]

This is some bullshit... ordered on the 1st, still pending. UGH GOOGLE

 

[Spiritreaver]

Beautiful case, but I'm pretty sure I'm going caseless. About halfway through the year I ditched my GS3's case because of ROM issues and having to remove the battery constantly. I'm doing fine. It's even survived quite a few dumbbell drops.

Stickin' with my caseless bros!

 

[Groof]

I got mine yesterday. Figured google wouldn't have their cases up by the time I got my phone. Materials feel really nice. A lot nicer than my current ringke fusion.

Got any photos of it?

 

[BertramCooper]

Beautiful case, but I'm pretty sure I'm going caseless. About halfway through the year I ditched my GS3's case because of ROM issues and having to remove the battery constantly. I'm doing fine. It's even survived quite a few dumbbell drops.

Stickin' with my caseless bros!

Yeah, I'll probably rock a naked Nexus 5 as well.

With the soft plastic back, I don't know if it really needs a case. My only concern is the camera, which apparently protrudes slightly.

 

[Esqueleto]

This is some bullshit... ordered on the 1st, still pending. UGH GOOGLE

Don't worry. I ordered at 11:10 am PDT. They didn't ship mine till 5 in the morning on saturday(30 hours). UPS doesn't open on weekends so it's gonna sit there till tomorrow.

Got any photos of it?

I'll take some in a bit.
Edit: I never knew the nexus 7 and 4 cameras were this bad. Ill need some better lighting outside.

 

[northead]

I'd say it's a good move. You never know when a case might come in handy, and it's always a plus when they're this good looking.

Yeah. I'm realizing that it was indeed a good purchase now.

That is a shmexy case, but I don't think I'll bite because I don't want the Nexus wordmark covered up.

I know that's probably weird of me, ha ha.

I didn't want to cover it either, but that case is just so sexy and classy.
Google's ones, albeit pretty good looking, don't seem to be coming anytime soon - we might even wait a month here in Italy, and €30 + shipping won't be exactly a steal, considering I paid €22 for this one.
Maybe I'll bite for Christmas, maybe not. I want the wireless charging pad first.

 

[tzare]

I didn't know n5 had this QFE1100 chip only available on US note 3 so far to reduce battery drain. has This been proven useful?

 

[Esqueleto]

Taken from an n4. The n7(2013) was even worse.

 

[Jarate]

Ive been thinking of getting an android phone due to my large fingers being upset at the iphones tiny screen. I was looking forward to the Note 3 or the Xperia Z Ultra, but they were way to expensive. Should I just settle on this? Will there be a huge difference other then size with this and the other 2 phones mentioned

 

[Symphonia]

I don't think I can wait another 1-2 weeks for my Nexus, it's killing me.

 

[Winterfang]

Is the Nexus 5 better than the G2? I heard so many people waiting for it.

 

[Omzz]

Just got my shipping notice! Seems like the Canada ones are going out quickly now. So happy.

 

[-Pyromaniac-]

Is the Nexus 5 better than the G2? I heard so many people waiting for it.

it's stock android on some bomb specs. Depends how much you value stock. It's also smaller than the G2.

Just got my shipping notice! Seems like the Canada ones are going out quickly now. So happy.

still waiting for my delivery this wed in canada so close yet so far

 

[chaosblade]

Ive been thinking of getting an android phone due to my large fingers being upset at the iphones tiny screen. I was looking forward to the Note 3 or the Xperia Z Ultra, but they were way to expensive. Should I just settle on this? Will there be a huge difference other then size with this and the other 2 phones mentioned

Probably not much in terms of hardware. Software will be a bit different due to Sony and Samsung using their own Android skins.

Is the Nexus 5 better than the G2? I heard so many people waiting for it.

It doesn't really seem like it, apart from the Nexus 5 not having the abnormal button placement. And LG is apparently bad about updates, which was a big turn off for me after having a phone with garbage (or rather, non-existent) support. G2 has a bigger battery, and I thought it was supposed to have a better camera but I don't know how that turned out. Maybe a better screen too.