Hey all. This may sound like a noob question but I've been on sprint for YEARS and I'm totally new to t mobile and gsm devices (I'm thrilled about the change tho). Anyhow, I'm wondering, what's the process to activate a nexus 5 that I buy thru Google play onto t mobile? T mobile hasn't started selling it yet and I'd like to order it NOW. I already have a t mobile Sim card and it fits/works with the nexus 4. What else besides just popping the Sim card in would I have to do?
Thanks in advance!
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That's about it, pop it in and turn it on. Should work right off the bat.
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That's about it, pop it in and turn it on. Should work right off the bat.
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H*ly cr*p! Are you serious? It's that easy? Why the hell would anyone wait for t mobile to start selling it? Also, if I get the device from Google BEFORE t mobile starts selling it, you think it'll still work on the network?
Thanks a lot.
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H*ly cr*p! Are you serious? It's that easy? Why the hell would anyone wait for t mobile to start selling it? Also, if I get the device from Google BEFORE t mobile starts selling it, you think it'll still work on the network?
Thanks a lot.
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Yes it will work even if tmobile has not started selling it yet.
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This is awesome news. I just have ONE more concern. If it's not shipping for weeks or something, will Google charge my credit card right away, or not until it ships?
And finally, what's the return policy? I don't wanna return it but if for whatever reason I can't sell my note 3 I may have to.
Thanks again guys!
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pathtologos said:
This is awesome news. I just have ONE more concern. If it's not shipping for weeks or something, will Google charge my credit card right away, or not until it ships?
And finally, what's the return policy? I don't wanna return it but if for whatever reason I can't sell my note 3 I may have to.
Thanks again guys!
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They will not charge you until it actually ships.
They have a 15 day return policy, but if there is nothing wrong with it you'll pay return shipping.
I ordered it. Yay!!!!! I've never ordered a nexus device straight from Google. So exciting!!!!
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Related
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00B7QGT6U/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new
I don't know if this has been posted before, but I've been looking for a case that is Minimal and still shows off the back of the phone. I came across this one and went to look at the prices available... than I looked at the last option... $104,921.73!!!!! I HOPE this is a seller error... I really do hope... I just thought this was funny and I would share with fellow Nexus 4/XDAers. Have a good one.
Actually it says $13,99.
Or maybe the dollar devaluated again...
Edit: OMG just saw it! What a silly way to say you're out of stock...
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look at the bottom^^
Got mine yesterday! Great case i have to say. Highly recomended!!! :good:
And they have the nerve to charge 5ยข... Lol
Ehh the rest of the shipping and handling cost is in there somewhere!
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I was thinking if ANY case is that much it better have an extra 3,000mh (if that's the right abbreviation) battery built in, signal boosters for both WiFi and Cell Data/Radio, pure diamond and/or hardened steel, light-weight, and have an extra voice assistant that knows you by name and balances your checkbook.
Side note, I am thinking about this case but does it add a lot of extra bulk to the device?
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What if someone actually bought it?!
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What if someone actually bought it?!
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I'll find him and make him my friend
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Possibly buy it then try to get a refund through that place? Sounds like a plan
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Possibly buy it then try to get a refund through that place? Sounds like a plan
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Do they have a 15% restocking charge?
Its just listed in Hong Kong Dollars.
Before you go all Google Nazi on me, I know. I know.
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I know the Nexus 5 has LTE support, but I just wanted to be sure before I purchase it, that it'll be usable on Verizon. Always wanted a Nexus device!
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Won't work with Verizon they are of control freeks
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Definitely a no go on Verizon. Pretty much everyone offers LTE now, and the Nexus 5 works with all of them... except Verizon.
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I know the Nexus 5 has LTE support, but I just wanted to be sure before I purchase it, that it'll be usable on Verizon. Always wanted a Nexus device!
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I bet Little Red will get it next year... that's one of the reasons I switched carriers.
Seriously. Thanks guys! I was an inch away from buying it. Hopefully Verizon pulls the stick out of their asses and brings the Nexus 5 over. I get the feeling they just don't want a device of such a caliber to be sold through them at such a low price. Needless to say however, if the Nexus 5 comes over to Verizon, I'll have to retire my HTC DNA. Love it, but the Nexus 5 is such a sexy phone >.<
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Jesus. Going with Verizon was the BIGGEST mistake of my life.
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I ordered 2 nexus 5s and going to play ETFs and never touch Verizon again
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So, what's the basis for the incompatibility? Is the Nexus 5 just flat-out incapable of working on Verizon if I were to plug in a Verizon SIM?
Will Google have to make another version of the 5, or is this something that can be rolled out with a firmware update?
I've given up trying to understand Verizon's customer satisfaction strategy, but want to understand the nuts and bolts of why it won't work on their network.
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I ordered 2 nexus 5s and going to play ETFs and never touch Verizon again
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Yeah, I bought a 32GB version today too only to find out that it will not be compatible on VZW. Luckily, my contract is up pretty soon, I think. I plan on going to my VZW store and finding out the exact date. But yeah, I'm hopping off of VZW as soon as possible. I'm so sick of their nonsense. AT&T Straight Talk, here I come!
Will Walmart be selling the nexus 5? How would that even work? ( i still have the old plan *classic plan*) when i did my last upgrade this year (one time payment) $168.99 for the galaxy S4 (T-mobile) and i continued with the old plan now my mom is due for an upgrade I'm gonna give her my s4 and use the upgrade for the Nexus 5... But has anyone heard anything about Walmart carrying the Nexus 5?
Thanks in advance.. =]
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Anyone please?
Thanks in advance..
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My guess is that they will. I'd say look for something around Christmas or maybe black Friday.
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My guess is that they will. I'd say look for something around Christmas or maybe black Friday.
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Just saw Nexus 5 boxes in a Black Friday commercial but they didn't specifically mention it.
Just called my local Walmart and they said they don't do T-Mobile contract anymore... Just pre-paid... ={ but they said they have no idea about the nexus 5... Has anyone else called??
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Well....
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I actually work at Walmart. No, we won't be carrying the Nexus 5. If we do, it would only be through Sprint.
In case I need to RMA my phone I bought my phone from T-Mobile do I just go from Google RMA process and do they still accept it with the MEID sticker peeled off?
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Nope, go to T-Mobile. The Google RMA is for Google Play purchases only. The sticker on the back doesn't matter.
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In case I need to RMA my phone I bought my phone from T-Mobile do I just go from Google RMA process and do they still accept it with the MEID sticker peeled off?
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You can't go to Google. You have to use tmobile and get a refurb.
Slight correction. You can go to Google but for convenience Tmobile should be your first point of contact.
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Slight correction. You can go to Google but for convenience Tmobile should be your first point of contact.
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No you can't. I've tried. They'll help you troubleshoot, but won't replace the phone. Tmobile or LG needs to do that. LG takes about 3 weeks and isn't free, so I didn't even say that.
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No you can't. I've tried. They'll help you troubleshoot, but won't replace the phone. Tmobile or LG needs to do that. LG takes about 3 weeks and isn't free, so I didn't even say that.
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Hmmm. Thought since all versions are universal Google would help. I was always directed to HTC when Tmobile had exhausted their options.
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Hmmm. Thought since all versions are universal Google would help. I was always directed to HTC when Tmobile had exhausted their options.
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Yeah that's pretty sketchy of Google. T-Mobile is going to get the stock from Google anyway? Doesn't make sense to go through carrier than to google.
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Hmmm. Thought since all versions are universal Google would help. I was always directed to HTC when Tmobile had exhausted their options.
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Exactly. When tmobile runs out of options, it's redirected to the phone's manufacturer. Google isn't the manufacturer. LG is, but their CS is terrible and you have to pay for shipping both ways.
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Yeah that's pretty sketchy of Google. T-Mobile is going to get the stock from Google anyway? Doesn't make sense to go through carrier than to google.
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Lesson learned I guess. Buy from Google next time.
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Exactly. When tmobile runs out of options, it's redirected to the phone's manufacturer. Google isn't the manufacturer. LG is, but their CS is terrible and you have to pay for shipping both ways.
Lesson learned I guess. Buy from Google next time.
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I was forced into buying The nexus 5 as you have to buy a phone from T-Mobile to take advantage of that ETF switch offer
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I was forced into buying The nexus 5 as you have to buy a phone from T-Mobile to take advantage of that ETF switch offer
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I was talking about myself
Hi guys.. I am very close to purchasing a OnePlus One 64 GB version for $375. (Craigslist)
I am coming from a Google nexus 4. While on paper the One looks much better, I am not sure in real world because I've never held one.
Those that switched from nexus 4, what are your thoughts? Are you satisfied, any regrets?
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Crisisx1 said:
Hi guys.. I am very close to purchasing a OnePlus One 64 GB version for $375. (Craigslist)
I am coming from a Google nexus 4. While on paper the One looks much better, I am not sure in real world because I've never held one.
Those that switched from nexus 4, what are your thoughts? Are you satisfied, any regrets?
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no regrets what so ever! , once i got an invite, i didnt even think about it, i just bought it
its an amazing phone :laugh:
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no regrets what so ever! , once i got an invite, i didnt even think about it, i just bought it
its an amazing phone :laugh:
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Thank you for the reassurance.
I've read that it has a lot of bugs and force closes, but some say cyanogen put out an update and it fixes all of it. Is that true?
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Thank you for the reassurance.
I've read that it has a lot of bugs and force closes, but some say cyanogen put out an update and it fixes all of it. Is that true?
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I don't know about other peoples experiences , but I have had some force closes but not different from my nexus 4, mainly unoptimized apps
Nearly all bugs have been fixed, but the multi touch is still iffy, it is 100% software ... Not hardware related because with a reboot it back to normal
( zooming in to photos will cause the photo to violently zoom and unzoom , flicking it self to another photo)
This is on latest stock, I hope lollipop fixes this even tho it happened only twice for me
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Is there a negative to purchasing the phone off craigslist?
It's not directly registered to the owner right? I can just pop in my sim card and I'm good to go
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Is there a negative to purchasing the phone off craigslist?
It's not directly registered to the owner right? I can just pop in my sim card and I'm good to go
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Have you read about all the problems? Yello banding
Ghost touches
Signal connection problems
etc.
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Crisisx1 said:
Is there a negative to purchasing the phone off craigslist?
It's not directly registered to the owner right? I can just pop in my sim card and I'm good to go
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The only issue is they may not honor the warranty if something does go wrong with the hardware in the future since you are not the original purchaser, although I don't know what their policy is, it is worth looking into.
Coming from a Nexus 4, this phone is a huge upgrade. I actually came from a Nexus 5 and I love this phone so much, it is nicer in every way, so I think you will love this device.
I would just get an invite and purchase thru the company though, will come to $364 or so shipped, which means cheaper and brand new.
At this point in the game, there is no reason for you to pay MORE than retail.
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Have you read about all the problems? Yello banding
Ghost touches
Signal connection problems
etc.
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I have zero of any of these issues and have had the phone for a few months. Yellow banding is overblown and I don't think any of the new build models have them (mine never did). Ghost touches and signal issues? I've not had those one time.
EVERY phone will have some complaints, even... wait for it... the iPhone!
I bought the phone, and sent 2 invites to friends who bought the phone, and no complaints at all. I don't run stock though either, currently I use Carbon ROM nightlies and could not be happier.
Thank you for the information.
What build number should I look in the settings that tells me it's a newer build and not older.
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Thank you for the information.
What build number should I look in the settings that tells me it's a newer build and not older.
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No idea tbh, but just curious why you want to pay over retail for CL instead of getting it from OnePlus?
Looks like someone just posted up some invites here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/wishing-invite-soon-t2825090/page439
Just keep an eye on that thread, you'll pay less for a brand new product.
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No idea tbh, but just curious why you want to pay over retail for CL instead of getting it from OnePlus?
Looks like someone just posted up some invites here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/wishing-invite-soon-t2825090/page439
Just keep an eye on that thread, you'll pay less for a brand new product.
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Those 2 have been claimed.
Because of the wait... This invite crap to me is ridiculous.
Who knows how long it will be for an invite. Then wait for shipping.
Might take like a month.
When I can have one in an hour
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Those 2 have been claimed.
Because of the wait... This invite crap to me is ridiculous.
Who knows how long it will be for an invite. Then wait for shipping.
Might take like a month.
When I can have one in an hour
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That's a good point, but you can get an invite thru G+ etc, if you really want one.
No matter which way you go, the phone is solid and I think you'll be happy with the purchase.
Finally got an invite... expires soon.
But it will not let me buy the phone http://i58.tinypic.com/2a5ewhy.png
I can't read that.
Create an account and log in, then if still nothing contact customer service
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I can't read that.
Create an account and log in, then if still nothing contact customer service
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Using Mozilla firefox was giving me a lot of troubles, fixed it by switching to IE.
WHen I went to process my payment via PayPal it said it was sending it to ''DA SHENG INTERNATIONAL TRADE CO'' (weird).
Did your say this as well?
I think so. It is a Chinese company after all...
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A big shout out @askpcguy for the kind invite.
I placed my 64 GB order. I can't wait to get my new phone.
I hope it's issue free
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A big shout out @askpcguy for the kind invite.
I placed my 64 GB order. I can't wait to get my new phone.
I hope it's issue free
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Don't worry , every single phone you buy could have a fault , no phone is perfect
People bash the phone n company of faults just because they are a small company
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