Do I want one? - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey guys,
I'm really considering buying a nexus 5 but I just thought the smart thing to do instead of googling is asking real people how they feel about the phone.
So please tell me your likes and dislikes about this phone!
I have a couple of queries though,
Not being able to touch the battery or ext SD card is a bit concerning because if there is a battery fault or I exceed internal memory, I'm screwed. Is this a real issue or am I not giving Google enough credit???
Thanks
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TechMennis said:
Hey guys,
I'm really considering buying a nexus 5 but I just thought the smart thing to do instead of googling is asking real people how they feel about the phone.
So please tell me your likes and dislikes about this phone!
I have a couple of queries though,
Not being able to touch the battery or ext SD card is a bit concerning because if there is a battery fault or I exceed internal memory, I'm screwed. Is this a real issue or am I not giving Google enough credit???
Thanks
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Everything bug related should be fixed by 4.5
And Nexus 5 is easily user replaceable/serviceable else if order from Google Play (RMA Guarantee) and LG Warranty
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Flashing ROMs will void it will it not?
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TechMennis said:
Flashing ROMs will void it will it not?
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Just reset the tamper flag and relock.
Super easy. But I'm sure google doesn't care. After all, all you do to unlock the bootloader is 'fastboot oem unlock'

Google has personally emailed me back that rooting will not void warranty. The rep was also cool enough to tell me that I can change the hastamper flags since I'm with LG
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Do it, you will love it. Nothing more to say
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If you're on XDA in the N5 forums, you already want it. Who are you trying to kid? Pointless topic.
You're going to love it.

Thanks guys
Also what's everyone's battery life like, key topic with n5!
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TechMennis said:
Thanks guys
Also what's everyone's battery life like, key topic with n5!
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Battery life is surprisingly well on Nexus 5. I was using the HTC one before and it has the same amount of battery but the Nexus 5 is better in my usage. On mid usage you can easily get through full day without charging. The other thing is the camera I know it's only 8mp but it's really not that bad you will be impressed. The most important thing is that the Nexus 5 is the best Android phone until Google releases a new one. You decide.
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Just to add:
When your phone is rooted, you easily are able to Flash a new Kernel in order to get an even more perfect battery life.

Like:
speed, updates, sufficient battery, best display, consistent camera, excellent call quality (voice and earpiece), good audio output
Dislike:
speakers, headphone jack placement

There's like a million of these threads. Just read the existing ones and make your own decision
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This phone working with tmobile 3g ?

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Tmobile has there.own version of this phone
agree you will be waaaaaaay better off getting the T989 which is exactly this same phone but with the correct radios for Tmo USA
But the one from tmobile might have screen problem
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But the one from tmobile might have screen problem
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its the same phone
they ALL have screen "problem"
there is NO real screen problem, only pick nick people
it affects all SAMOLED devices including Galaxy Nexus, Moto Razr, Nokia X7, etc....
icheroz said:
But the one from tmobile might have screen problem
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if you didn't catch there is also a complain topic in this forum about the Skyrocket
The lines we have been complaining about are not present on the original sgs 2 or the infuse. I have only found them on the 4.5" variants though I have not checked the phones you have listed.
This reminds me tho...I need to upload the pics LOL
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full brightness
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closer at full brightness
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a little closer
another one for grins
and this one at 30%ish
AllGamer said:
they ALL have screen "problem"
there is NO real screen problem, only pick nick people
it affects all SAMOLED devices including Galaxy Nexus, Moto Razr, Nokia X7, etc....
if you didn't catch there is also a complain topic in this forum about the Skyrocket
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it's easier if you read the original topic that sparked the controversy http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320942
superculio is working on a fix
At&t sgs2 had the same screen problem I had one for a month. Who cares u could only see it at low brightness. I got over it and I don't see anymore lol the screen is beautiful regardless.
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Lol.. as long as the screen is at 100% brightness hahaha.
Supercurio is the bestest. I am sure he will come up with a fix.
Dxtra said:
the screen is beautiful regardless.
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Thanks! I was not aware of that thread.
AllGamer said:
it's easier if you read the original topic that sparked the controversy http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320942
superculio is working on a fix
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I think it works on LTE 1700 also but not HSPA+ 1700, am I right? I tried putting in a T-Mobile SIM card it (unlocked) won't even auto search for the signal. Had to manually search, found T-Mobile, and it was put on EDGE...

[Q] Best Tablet for Small Child.

Hi. My name is Ari and I'm a alcoholic.
Just kidding, but seriously.
Ok here is the deal, like my tittle states I am looking for a reasonable tablet for my son. I will not state his age whereas he is extremely too young for such device, but his mother (my ex), yes I am single PM for details, have agreed it may be a good idea to buy one.
Reasons why we are considering;
To enhance his learning abilities, play learning games, and she questioned if there was something out there we could possibly use as a movie viewer while on longer then normal car rides.
Now I know there are probably 107 threads just like this but i felt the need to make a new one. I would really like all opinions so I can better gauge my research before making a purchase.
Clearly an iPad would be a good choice but lets face it folks, I'm not wiping my ass with money.
Any help, kind words and inquires about dating would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for your time.
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id go with the nexus 7... wouldnt be huge for the hands of a small child, a durable case would be a must, reasonably priced, google updates, etc...
Nexus 7 its only 200$ a good price. It can play many games and stream great video.
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Will of fire said:
Nexus 7 its only 200$ a good price. It can play many games and stream great video.
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I agree, and if he breaks it its only 200$ instead of a lot more if you decide on a bigger pad or even the ipad
I recommend a good book instead.
PoisonWolf said:
I recommend a good book instead.
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I'd say nook color. You can pick one up for 100 bucks, refurbed. It runs cm7 via sd card, and you can just reboot it with out that card, and it boots in to nook is, for a quality ebook experience.
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personaly id go for the nexus 7 because of the speed & afordablity also make sure you get a case for it
I agree with the nexus 7 as suggested by others above.
Its very well designed, with good specs and a nice comfortable size for a child. Also its got a very affordable price tag as well. And its a nexus device which means timely updates. Aaaaand its got the latest and greatest flavour of Android.
Sounds like a good deal to me.
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PoisonWolf said:
I recommend a good book instead.
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He literally has over 100 books already.
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bdpyo said:
He literally has over 100 books already.
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How about an e-ink Kindle then? That way he can read even more books. I may be conventional in my views but I believe that cultivating the habit of reading when young is extremely important later on in life. =)
The Kindle Fire is also an option as it'll give your child the opportunity to play games.
the nexus 7 is a good choice; fast and responsive hardware for a fair price
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Nexus 10 Leaked

http://www.engadget.com/2012/10/26/google-nexus-10-leaks-android-tablet/
What do you guys think? Ugly but powerful is what I have to say. Exynos 5 Dual is ARM Cortex A15.
If it is priced correctly then it be awesome, but I don't think Samsung would price it cheaper than Note 10.1, unless they are not direct competitors of each other...
Hey fred. I can't wait for it to be announced on monday (hopefully). I will probably be picking one up. It's not the looks, it's specs that get me. Hell it will be in a case anyway lol
Yeah, I was thinking it looks like a Tab 2/Note 10.1 (blech), but the specs are very appealing.
Depending on the amount of storage id give up my Asus for it.
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Depending on the amount of storage id give up my Asus for it.
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which asus tablet you going give up for this? I might ditch my tf300t if it comes with sd-card slot....
Edit: re-read the article if it's true that it has no sd-card that's going be a bummer:crying:
If they offer more than 16 GB of storage at a reasonable price point I'll replace my Tab2 for this.
Am I the only one glad a manufacturer has finally realized that speakers belong on the front of a device where sound is directed toward the user rather than in some random direction away?
I may get booed for this but I like the phone UI on the N7 and 10. I'm a fan! I wish my 7.7 had that UI. I'm a bigger fan of the specs on the 10. I hope I'm a fan of the price tag though.
Nice thread Fred! :beer:
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chefdave12118 said:
I may get booed for this but I like the phone UI on the N7 and 10. I'm a fan! I wish my 7.7 had that UI. I'm a bigger fan of the specs on the 10. I hope I'm a fan of the price tag though.
Nice thread Fred! :beer:
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I actually agree with you. It's not bad if you think about it. The iPad does it and it works fine (sorry to compare to the iPad :silly. It's less cluttered.
And thanks for the compliment. I'm trying to be more useful around the site; I used to help out a LOT and now I find myself lounging in the Marketplace thread way too much.
Am I the only one who thinks it's ugly?
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Am I the only one who thinks it's ugly?
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I do too. At least we know what it's based off of:
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If it looks like that, its going to lose sales based on its ugliness alone. If I was looking for a tablet, I'd see the specs of this thing, decide to buy it. Then I actually see it, and im like "ewwwwww"
Original Source + More Pics :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1957268
EDIT: Its mentioned by Engadget itself.
htc fan89 said:
which asus tablet you going give up for this? I might ditch my tf300t if it comes with sd-card slot....
Edit: re-read the article if it's true that it has no sd-card that's going be a bummer:crying:
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My tf101. It was hot but now I'm noticing how behind it is.
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Motorola X phone!

I thought I would start this thread about the much anticipated and highly fabled Motorola X phone, and quite possibly being the new Nexus 5 device.
Please state any relevant information, such as verified rumors and/or trusted leaks from reliable sources that you might have.
Also, what would you like to see in this upcoming super phone? Let's start the chatter folks
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You first! I know nothing about it!
Anyone else find it interesting that X phone has passed through the Fcc for all other US carriers but not T Mobile? I've looked on the T Mobile website and I don't see any kind of Motorola devices at all. I also don't see any mention of T Mobile on the Motorola website. In fact the last couple devices the T Mobile has had for Motorola were released 2 years ago I think it was the Defy and the clique. Anyone here anything about a TMobile variant of the X phone? I wouldn't necessarily be interested in a unlocked version because they usually don't support T Mobile's wifi calling.
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That video couldn't be more wrong! LoL
The Motorola X will be all that and a bag of chips.
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New rumors said that Android 5.0 and Motorola X Phone both dropping in October. So far, of course, these are rumors.
I have also heard those same rumors and then I also heard that the Motorola X might very well be the Nexus 5 phone with such amazing specs as Android 5.0 and customizable features such as 4gb of Ram and 128gb of internal storage plus an SD card slot just to name a few. I really do hope these to be true. I will be buying this phone and would really like it to blow away all of the competition, Motorola and Google are due
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Has anyone ever noticed the circle around the M in the upper left corner of the screen is different in almost every picture. I don't know if this means something or I'm just crazy?
http://cdn0.mos.techradar.futurecdn.net///art/other/Onetimers/motorola-x-phone-leak2-580-75.jpg
I heard its supposed to drop July 11th.
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dwigginstm said:
Has anyone ever noticed the circle around the M in the upper left corner of the screen is different in almost every picture. I don't know if this means something or I'm just crazy?
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It could have something to do with those sensors they talked about. How the phone will know if it's in your pocket or in the car and at what speed you are actually traveling.
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Just see those photos, White Moto X Phone with Google's Eric Schmidt.
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http://chromloop.com/2013/07/googles-eric-schmidt-and-his-white-motorola-x-phone/
I'll do you guys one better..... How about a video of the phone?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBGU9t7NpaA

M8 Experiences...

Hi everyone, I just upgraded from a droid DNA and I am very excited to have this beast now. My question is what are you guys experiences with this phone any faults or nice things you like about this device... Also any tips you have that would help out??? Thanks in advance!!!
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JB_Da_Greatest said:
Hi everyone, I just upgraded from a droid DNA and I am very excited to have this beast now. My question is what are you guys experiences with this phone any faults or nice things you like about this device... Also any tips you have that would help out??? Thanks in advance!!!
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The camera is pretty bad :/ It's also hard to hit the power button when holding it one handed.
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The camera is pretty bad :/ It's also hard to hit the power button when holding it one handed.
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Double taping the status bar turns the screen off.
The camera ⊙
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Double taping the status bar turns the screen off.
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I never got that to work, only double tapping to turn on, it must be sensitive. Also that's why I'm not a huge fan of the camera :/
I upgraded from the DNA as well,and so far I don't have any complaints. The camera isn't the best but I knew that going in.
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You can improve the camera a lot by the custom settings.
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^this was a bit over saturated
The cameras not really bad. It's a 4 'ultra pixel' but it's good in low light and all the effects I.E 3D makes up for the la lacking pixels. I love the phone coming from a note 3. The build quality,display,size,speakers,and speed is what I favor most.
I'm not a real fan of sense but I took care of that with nova launcher and the viper1 Rom? I recommend that Rom if you're thinking about rooting ?
HTC ONE M8?
After a little over a week of use my experiences with this phone has been nothing but positive... Of course the camera leaves a lot to be desired but other than that, smooth sailing.. After a day of use on a full charge I still have 50% + left. It almost lasted 2 days that's a lot more improvement over the droid DNA.. I haven't rooted yet, I'm actually kind of scared and hesitant to. On another note I feel like I made the right decision over and S5..
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