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Nexus 7(16gb) vs TF300. Gawd, I'm torn!

So now Google is releasing this Nexus 7. However I still can't decide between this and a TF300. Sure the 7 is a Nexus device, so I'll be getting a perfectly stock experience with good updates, but compared to the TF300 it still seems lacking: no SD slot, way less memory, smaller screen...ok, I know the TF300 isn't as cheap, but compared to the 7 in its 16 gb version it's not much more expensive: I could get it for 330€ right now, and maybe it will drop a little more before the 7 starts shipping. Also, ASUS hasn't got a bad update policy anyway, so it's really a close call. Any suggestions? I really can't decide.
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For the price of one TF300 you could buy 2 Nexii tablets... they are also targeting two different groups of people. Think do you need a 7' or a 10' tablet and then your decision has been made

First decision you got to make at to you want a 7' or 10.1' tablet
Secondly. do you want the microSD
Finally. do you need the dock for the TF300
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Well, honestly I'm not bothered too much by the smaller screen, but I assume that the TF300 will have a bigger battery. Anyway I'm still not sure, because at the end of day it's just a tablet, I don't know if it's worth the extra buck, basically because I'm not really sure about how much I will actually use it.
At the end of the day I just want a new toy, but maybe the TF300 could be more useful in general, and maybe even replace my laptop on some occasions...the dock is cool, but the package becomes expensive that way
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I say wait a bit a they should release a Nexus tablet with Jelly Bean and an SD slot and more memory.

Nexus 7. Don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get one. And its a Nexus device!

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ice2seeyou said:
Nexus 7. Don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get one. And its a Nexus device!
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Yeah, the fact of it being a Nexus device appeals me the most, basically because I've never owned one. I'd be getting the 16GB version tho, so assuming it will cost 249€ the price isn't that different from the one of the better specced TF300...if it drops to 299€ or so then it would be definitely a better bang for the buck...
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meek2100 said:
I say wait a bit a they should release a Nexus tablet with Jelly Bean and an SD slot and more memory.
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A nexus device has never had a SD slot... I wouldn't hold my breath if I were you...
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Also note that chances are the TF300 had a wireless problem due to its metal case.. although only a handful of people experience this..
If you don't fancy screen size and storage space I'd suggest the N7..
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Gorjess said:
Also note that chances are the TF300 had a wireless problem due to its metal case.. although only a handful of people experience this..
If you don't fancy screen size and storage space I'd suggest the N7..
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As far as I know that was the Prime, the Pad (aka TF300) has a plastic back instead, so it should be fine...
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DrunkFuX666 said:
A nexus device has never had a SD slot... I wouldn't hold my breath if I were you...
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Oh really... I'd advise you to look up the specs of the Nexus One.
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slapshot30 said:
Oh really... I'd advise you to look up the specs of the Nexus One.
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Exactly. But since then, (to my knowledge) there hasn't been a nexus device with expandable memory.
I think I read an article no too long ago that companies might start moving away from sd slots.... But I think that seems pretty far-fetched and ridiculus. Anyone know anything about that?

vnvman said:
As far as I know that was the Prime, the Pad (aka TF300) has a plastic back instead, so it should be fine...
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It should be, and both have pretty much the same specs.. but still you have to test everything before buying..
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I think at the end of the day its all about the price... paying twice as much for a transformer with some more features probably won't go down with people too well... but yes if maybe a $50 difference then sure transformer it is...
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I'm in the same situation, the N7 is great but it's missing some features that i really want. Think i might also wait for the new Kindle specs.

I actually just managed to pick up an open-box TF300T for $300 on JR.com this past Saturday. They also have an open-box dock for $100 when it's in stock.
If you can find a deal like this, I'd definitely jump on the TF300T instead. :good:

behemothZ3R0 said:
I actually just managed to pick up an open-box TF300T for $300 on JR.com this past Saturday. They also have an open-box dock for $100 when it's in stock.
If you can find a deal like this, I'd definitely jump on the TF300T instead. :good:
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Yea I agree with you there... $50 more for all the added specs is probably a better idea... but apparently the reviews arnt too great regarding the keyboard...
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Now I'm almost sure I'm getting the TF300, mainly because I would really miss the HDMI port (I also heard somewhere that the 7 doesn't even support MHL, WTF??), and also because the N7 won't ship to Italy until september, and I definitely wanna have my tablet with me when I'll be on vacation

DrunkFuX666 said:
A nexus device has never had a SD slot... I wouldn't hold my breath if I were you...
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The Nexus One had an SD card...It was also the first Nexus device...

[Q] $300, Which tablet do I get?

I have a $300 Budget for an Android Tablet. If you were given $300, which tablet would you get!
Keep in mind, I'm willing to get a used one, in good quality, so I'm not saying $300 brand new! If you think I can find one in good quality for aroynd $300, recommend it!
Thanks!

The nexus 7 is a great choice quad core and gets the latest updates from Google and well in your budget.
The 32 gig model with 3g should be 300 bucks
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or one of these xD

cs098 said:
The nexus 7 is a great choice quad core and gets the latest updates from Google and well in your budget.
The 32 gig model with 3g should be 300 bucks
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With a Budget around $300, are there any tablets larger than 7 inches that I could consider? The Nexus 7 looks so amazing, the main problem I have with it, is no MicroSD slot :/ I know 32gb is a lot, but I do plan on filling that up, within 3 months or so.

The Asus TF300 can be had used for around 300. Great tablet!

2013 Note 10.1?

Hey guys, I'm looking at getting a Note 10.1. I currently have a Note 2 and I love it but I'm starting to think the screen size isn't enough for me anymore.
Is there any news about an upcoming 2013 version of the 10.1? I just dont want to buy one if the new version is coming in a couple of months. TIA.

Next month marks the one year since release of this tablet. I'm pretty sure an update is around the corner but haven't heard anything official. With that said if you can get a good price on it I've seen it on sale for like 350 I think it's still worth it.
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rumor i heard was 8 core with a 12" screen. if true i don't think i'd be able to fight the urge to get one! i love my windows tablets, but windows just isn't very touch friendly and i can't stand metro (none of the apps i use are modern ui based so that's the biggest reason for not being touch friendly).
amazon has some refurbs for $300. i'm trying to stay away b/c i really don't need the temptation. dad's birthday, parent's anniversary, daughter's bday are all coming up in a few weeks.

First off, I love my Note 10.1. I bought it 2 days after release and still think it's the best tablet out there. However, the 2560x1600 HD display, and extra screen real estate are SO tempting. Unfortunately, I can't justify another tablet. A nice telescope is actually higher priority right now.
http://bgr.com/2013/06/10/samsung-galaxy-note-12-2-specs-release-date/
If you can wait, it may not be too long till the new one releases. Also, the price of the 10.1 might drop when the 12.2 comes out.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Samsung-G...9202277555782&veh=aff&wmlspartner=lw9MynSeamY
Refurbished for 279
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Thanks for the responses guys.
I think I'll wait a little longer to see whats coming. The new Nexus 7 looks good and I'm sure the Nexus 10 will be even better but I cant have a tablet without an S-pen anymore.
What do you think about the Ativ Q?

jinda628 said:
Thanks for the responses guys.
I think I'll wait a little longer to see whats coming. The new Nexus 7 looks good and I'm sure the Nexus 10 will be even better but I cant have a tablet without an S-pen anymore.
What do you think about the Ativ Q?
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It's a Windows tablet. Ugh.
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[Q] Which android should I purchase with $200?

Which android phone should I buy within $200 cause I have only fixed buget? Please help me out.

If your getting a new 2 year contract i suggest the galaxy S4 or HTC One. If your buying it on the street you can probably find a Galaxy S3 or Nexus 4 around that price (maybe a little more)...anything older than that, will most likely disappoint you...
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borillako said:
If your getting a new 2 year contract i suggest the galaxy S4 or HTC One. If your buying it on the street you can probably find a Galaxy S3 or Nexus 4 around that price (maybe a little more)...anything older than that, will most likely disappoint you...
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Hes gonna have to put up a little more than $100 on top of his budget to even get the S3 or N4. But you're right, any phone worth $200 is probably at least 2 years old if were looking at the average phone market. I have a Galaxy Nexus which you could probably lowball for $150-ish and it does a descent job. Its starting to show its age but development is great on the phone.
I usually get close to 20 hours of use with ~1:30 Hours of display time. Not the best I know, but it does the job

try xperia miro
not recommended for HD gaming though, but it's cool

Android phones using MTK6589 from China are around that price range.
I have 2 China phones THL and JIAYU using MTK6577 and both are quite reasonable for the price.
-kinetix118

Galaxy s4 for its 1080p quality great features and its a great phone overall
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Get a used Samsung Galaxy, Nexus 4. Im sure you can find them on Craigslist for around $200 or less for the galaxy.

jeffrey1027 said:
Get a used Samsung Galaxy, Nexus 4. Im sure you can find them on Craigslist for around $200 or less for the galaxy.
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S3 or nexus 4. I would say try to capture a lil more dough and buy a n4 new but if you can eBay/craigslist one then do it. The gnex battery life is horrible and the nexus 4 is almost guaranteed to get key lime pie or android 5.0 so future proof that 200 bucks because 14 months later you still have a relevant device.
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waibatserin said:
Which android phone should I buy within $200 cause I have only fixed buget? Please help me out.
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In the end, which phone did u end up buying? I'm curious!
Phone: Samsung SGH-i337
Rom: Cyanogenmod 10.2 9/5
Kernel: CM stock
Overclock: n/a (why would you in this amazing piece of hardware?)

Is really good to buy this phone?

Hi mates, i'm new to android world, and i'd like to buy a new good phone, is really worth to buy nexus 5 o nexus 4? which are the main differencies? i see in my country nexus 5 would cost about 100$ more than nexus 4, is nexus 5 worth the price?? thanks a lot

killomp said:
Hi mates, i'm new to android world, and i'd like to buy a new good phone, is really worth to buy nexus 5 o nexus 4? which are the main differencies? i see in my country nexus 5 would cost about 100$ more than nexus 4, is nexus 5 worth the price?? thanks a lot
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nobody has gotten their phones yet..come back in a couple days

killomp said:
Hi mates, i'm new to android world, and i'd like to buy a new good phone, is really worth to buy nexus 5 o nexus 4? which are the main differencies? i see in my country nexus 5 would cost about 100$ more than nexus 4, is nexus 5 worth the price?? thanks a lot
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That is a pretty general question that is hard to answer, because it is depends on what you value. The simple answer is that the N5 is basically one-year newer in terms of the hardware inside, has a little bigger screen, and supports 4g LTE. There are a lot of other minor differences, so I suggest googling Nexus 5 vs Nexus 4, because there are a few articles already out there that discuss the differences. More impressions will probably follow as more people get their hands on the Nexus 5.
Either device can do all the cool smartphone stuff you could want them to do right now, but the Nexus 5 will be a little more future-proof since the hardware in it is a year newer and it will get system updates longer. Whether that and the other differences are worth the $100 difference is up to you.

Of course get the newer phone ... what a silly question
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I did not have N4 but I have had my N5 since 2pm yesterday and I love it! It is nice looking, very smooth to use, feels great in the hand. You would not regret getting one!
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hello00 said:
nobody has gotten their phones yet..come back in a couple days
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hello bro, good to see you on the N5 forums!

Ok sounds good, but are you sure nexus 5 screen isn't too big than nexus 4? i know that nexus 5 screen is 5" and nexus 4 is 4.7", which is better for you?
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I did not have N4 but I have had my N5 since 2pm yesterday and I love it! It is nice looking, very smooth to use, feels great in the hand. You would not regret getting one!
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HRodMusic said:
hello bro, good to see you on the N5 forums!
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likewise dude..u getting the n5 too? did u already sell ur htc1? cant wait to sell mine but it looks like my n5 is leaving their warehouse in a couple weeks!

killomp said:
Hi mates, i'm new to android world, and i'd like to buy a new good phone, is really worth to buy nexus 5 o nexus 4? which are the main differencies? i see in my country nexus 5 would cost about 100$ more than nexus 4, is nexus 5 worth the price?? thanks a lot
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If you like/need latest and greatest, or any of the features unique to the N5 are must-haves, then go for it. If not, the N4 is still a fantastic device and will be for a few years yet, and may save you some money. A good condition N4 can be had for about half the price of a new N5.

I find the screen to be the perfect size for me. I did have a note 2 which was too big. I really like the size of this phone.
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Well, I'd say you can hardly get a totally unbiased opinion in here since most of us are here for the Nexus 5. We wont even know it if we're being biased. How about get some opinion from tech media such as Cnet, Engadget, etc. Oh, dont go to The Verge, cause that's iVerge.

hello00 said:
likewise dude..u getting the n5 too? did u already sell ur htc1? cant wait to sell mine but it looks like my n5 is leaving their warehouse in a couple weeks!
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its gonna hurt but i need to sell it =( my N5 leaves the warehouse by nov 8th! should have it here pretty soon, im dam exited!!

HRodMusic said:
its gonna hurt but i need to sell it =( my N5 leaves the warehouse by nov 8th! should have it here pretty soon, im dam exited!!
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lucky u bro..u prob ordered right after it went live

hello00 said:
lucky u bro..u prob ordered right after it went live
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ya i got it an hour after it came live!!

i think i'll go with nexus 5, but some friends told me is good the HTC one too, which do you prefer within nexus 5 and htc oe?
also do you advice the 16 gb nexus 5 black/white or the 32 gb nexus 5 black/white? is the 32 gb really worth or 16 gb is enogh??

@killomp if your going to get the HTC ONE, Just wait for the second Gen. The NX5 is better then OG ONE in almsot every way behinds viewing angle and possible light bleed and not being made of aluminum (the one is also an uncomfortable tall device to hold IMHO)
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I'd say definitely go for Nexus 5. The best Nexus phone you can get at the moment.

killomp said:
Hi mates, i'm new to android world, and i'd like to buy a new good phone, is really worth to buy nexus 5 o nexus 4? which are the main differencies? i see in my country nexus 5 would cost about 100$ more than nexus 4, is nexus 5 worth the price?? thanks a lot
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SO, to put it in perspective, you've pretty much got better everything. I like the Nexus 4. It's got a great feel to it but the glass back kind of puts me off (even though it was fixed in later models). It's got last year's best tech whereas the nexus 5 has this year's best tech or pretty much about as good as you'd need it really...
For me, when you take hardware out, I think the Nexus 5 has a much better feel. It's slightly curved back is really enjoyable and comfortable as opposed to the Nexus 4's flat back. I prefer the matte finish instead of the Glass back. It's also a lot more low profile. I personally prefer the Nexus 5 a lot more. Better hardware and a more comfortable feel for me.
Basically it really comes down to your budget. They're both entirely usable phones with great hardware that is more than sufficient for running pretty much anything. If you feel you could blow that extra $100 then by all means, go for the Nexus 5. But you can't go wrong with the Nexus 4 either
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I'd say definitely go for Nexus 5. The best Nexus phone you can get at the moment.
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You don't say.....
killomp said:
i think i'll go with nexus 5, but some friends told me is good the HTC one too, which do you prefer within nexus 5 and htc oe?
also do you advice the 16 gb nexus 5 black/white or the 32 gb nexus 5 black/white? is the 32 gb really worth or 16 gb is enogh??
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I just saw your last post
The HTC One is beautiful. Just got about the most premium feel to any phone i've seen. But I'm pretty sure the HTC One will cost a lot more dollars than the Nexus 5 or Nexus 4. In Canada at least, it's like $300-$400 CAD difference

If you can afford it, get the LG G2 instead. It's similar to N5 but with much better battery life