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Thinking on Return my Verizon GS3 and get the Nexus!!!

Hello comunity i just want to check if somebody esle at this point where our phone is locked and is kind of hard to get all the goodies that you can get with full root and unlock phone, think on return the phone and get the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, this is just curiusiti and also get some recomendation
Edit: ps: We can get the Nexus for
1 cent from Amazon Wireless. Wich is a big save
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juancaperez2000 said:
Hello comunity i just want to check if somebody esle at this point where our phone is locked and is kind of hard to get all the goodies that you can get with full root and unlock phone, think on return the phone and get the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, this is just curiusiti and also get some recomendation
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Well chap,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsyLBxY-Sik

In my personal opinion I think that would be foolish when we are almost about to have full aosp and Adam, along with the community, is working very hard on cracking the bootloader.
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I would keep it. Radio is better. Only by a little. Also i get 5+ hrs of screen time with s3 vs 2.5 on nexus.
There battery life alone is enough for me.
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keep it, the nexus hardware is outdated or atleast wait for the next Google phone.
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ruvort said:
In my personal opinion I think that would be foolish when we are almost about to have full aosp and Adam, along with the community, is working very hard on cracking the bootloader.
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thank you, that what i like from XDA community always helping that one of the part that make me refuse my iphone and go back to android this place, thank you again

headcheese said:
I would keep it. Radio is better. Only by a little. Also i get 5+ hrs of screen time with s3 vs 2.5 on nexus.
There battery life alone is enough for me.
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thanks

thanks

Say what you will about the SG3 radio... But I have never dropped a call or had a 4G outage since I purchased it on launch day. My Nexus however was a completely different story. The Nexus will give you a new rom to play with every night, but the GS3 will give you fewer headaches in the signal and battery departments.
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omnia38 said:
Say what you will about the SG3 radio... But I have never dropped a call or had a 4G outage since I purchased it on launch day. My Nexus however was a completely different story. The Nexus will give you a new rom to play with every night, but the GS3 will give you fewer headaches in the signal and battery departments.
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i just rooted and start to play with my GS3 running CM10 so far so good, even is to late to return it, but ass soon i follow all the steps i can keep playing with it, im pretty sure official CM coul hit Verizon GS3 sooooon

Sell your Samsung s3 for $550, buy a Nexus for $250-325, profit? That's if you don't like it..

I'll trade you my brand new certified like new replacement nexus.
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Do what you feel. It's your decision.

ruvort said:
In my personal opinion I think that would be foolish when we are almost about to have full aosp and Adam, along with the community, is working very hard on cracking the bootloader.
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I totally agree. There's a large bounty for getting this thing unlocked. It will be soon. Just be patient. Speaking of, where did the bounty thread move to?
Good bye HTC Rezound, hello Galaxy S3!

Even if the bootloader dont get unlocked, ill be happy using the kexec method...other than the extra 30 seconds boot time, I see no difference. Also our current flashig methods dont trip the flash counter since were Not flashing non-stock firmware in odin!

1heffer said:
I'll trade you my brand new certified like new replacement nexus.
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Also willing to trade my near brand new Nexus (no scratches or marks on it as it was cased and screen covered) for an SIII. All original materials included.

slickrickstyles said:
Also willing to trade my near brand new Nexus (no scratches or marks on it as it was cased and screen covered) for an SIII. All original materials included.
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Cash on top?

ancashion said:
Cash on top?
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like?

I had an Epic Touch (on Sprint) and went to a Galaxy Nexus (on Verizon) then a S3 and IMO it's a huge upgrade. I absolutely love this phone and wouldn't even consider going back to a GNex. The only thing I don't like is the physical home button but a stable AOKP will resolve that. As for the locked boot loader I was a little concerned too but with Kexec it's irrelevant. They already have CM9/CM10/AOKP running on this phone. I'd rather just use Kexec knowing I can return to stock then void warranty with a bootloader unlock. JMO!

Both are great phones, I have the GS3 and my old man has the Nexus. Touchwiz isn't too bad if you get use to it.

LG G2 or Nexus 5

Why should i wait for the Nexus 5 when the G2 is out and has the same or better specs. I'm just getting tired of waiting i want a new phone this phone (as great as is it) was almost a mistake to get.

Grondinm said:
Why should i wait for the Nexus 5 when the G2 is out and has the same or better specs. I'm just getting tired of waiting i want a new phone this phone (as great as is it) was almost a mistake to get.
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I guess if you don't care about the difference in price, ~$200 for an unlocked device.

namartlu said:
I guess if you don't care about the difference in price, ~$200 for an unlocked device.
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As much as that would be a great reason since I have to wait for TELUS to get it anyways cause I can't afford to by it out it does not help me make a choice in this case other then it should still be cheaper.
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It was a tough choice, but since the rumor that the N5 is getting a 3000MAh battery was getting debunked, I decided to go with the G2 a few days ago. I might get the N5 as a backup phone if it's announcement impresses me.
If I were to choose a N5 over the G2, it be for the pure google experience, even if i'd say LG's skin is decent.

The lg g2 got the WORST review of any android flagship phone.
It has been discovered that it has carrierID (evil).
We might (my speculation) see a Google edition g2 in the future, I'd get that over a n5 or a regular g2
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Definitely N5 for me...Cheaper, decent specs and...Google exprience !

A Nexus device is better than skinned one, gonna get it as soon as I can and sell my Note 3.
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Well I'm in the same situation as OP, my family is just got off contract with Sprint and we going prepaid trail. So i was sold on G2 before i heard that Nexus 5 is about to get released. So i decided to patiently wait for N5.
Why would i wait? Because I want to always have latest Android os as soon as it released. Because price is cheaper.
What turns me off a little is a camera 8mp.

fromrussiawithl0ve said:
What turns me off a little is a camera 8mp.
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...its not all about megapixels...
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EvoYas said:
A Nexus device is better than skinned one, gonna get it as soon as I can and sell my Note 3.
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Say what? That's a downgrade in my opinion.
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G2 is besth phone
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barondebxl said:
Say what? That's a downgrade in my opinion.
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Its the knox stuff that ruins the note 3 :/.i want to return mine as well
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ArcticFish said:
Its the knox stuff that ruins the note 3 :/.i want to return mine as well
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The roms are knox free.
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barondebxl said:
The roms are knox free.
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Knox is tripped by flashing a Rom or recovery. When u go back to stock the knox is still tripped and u can't change it back to normal. Samsung uses this as an excuse to void ur warranty.
It's some bs that makes me disappointed with Samsung because I wanted the phone for a while but if I can't flash a Rom and totally go back to stock for warranty then it ruins the fun
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ArcticFish said:
Knox is tripped by flashing a Rom or recovery. When u go back to stock the knox is still tripped and u can't change it back to normal. Samsung uses this as an excuse to void ur warranty.
It's some bs that makes me disappointed with Samsung because I wanted the phone for a while but if I can't flash a Rom and totally go back to stock for warranty then it ruins the fun
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Oh I see. Well if its warranty reason then I can totally understand but as far as device vs device I really cannot see how the Nexus 5 can compete against the Note 3. My 2 cents.
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barondebxl said:
Oh I see. Well if its warranty reason then I can totally understand but as far as device vs device I really cannot see how the Nexus 5 can compete against the Note 3. My 2 cents.
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Yea I love the specs on the note 3 but I love Roms and warranty also :/
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Given that the Nexus 5 and LG G2 will be similar, is it reasonable to expect that the battery life on the Nexus 5 will be awesome too?

im still debating

I think at this point as long as the nexus 5 gets announced this week I am getting it. If we get no word from Google then I am done waiting.
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Grondinm said:
I think at this point as long as the nexus 5 gets announced this week I am getting it. If we get no word from Google then I am done waiting.
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I agree with this tbh think they should release it by 1st if November or it's g2 for me
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Moto X vs N5

So I have a few days left to return my moto x and have some questions for you guys. How is battery? I've seen it take hits from different sites. I average about 3-31/2 hrs screen on time with my X. How is the camera? Any input is helpful. Thanks.
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Ajj915 said:
So I have a few days left to return my moto x and have some questions for you guys. How is battery? I've seen it take hits from different sites. I average about 3-31/2 hrs screen on time with my X. How is the camera? Any input is helpful. Thanks.
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I love my nexus 5 ! I would not trade any phone even for the new s5 that's going to come out. The development is amazing and the devs are very knowledgeable. As for the battery I get about 3-4 hour screen time. I usually take it out it the charger around 7am and it lasts me till 10 pm with medium to heavy use. The camera is also good I believe there was a comparison between the Nexus 5 and the Samsung S4http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-6AszlQIIs. I have never owned a moto x so I really can't tell you if the camera is better.

Ajj915 said:
So I have a few days left to return my moto x and have some questions for you guys. How is battery? I've seen it take hits from different sites. I average about 3-31/2 hrs screen on time with my X. How is the camera? Any input is helpful. Thanks.
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There is already a thread discussing this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2546258
Better search before creating new threads..!
Cheers..!

Ajj915 said:
So I have a few days left to return my moto x and have some questions for you guys. How is battery? I've seen it take hits from different sites. I average about 3-31/2 hrs screen on time with my X. How is the camera? Any input is helpful. Thanks.
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Man, there are a ton of these Moto X vs. N5 threads, please search before posting next time. But if you want my opinion, I have both and I prefer the Moto X. I do love the N5, I just like the Moto X a little better. Check my posts in this thread- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2642626

I also have both, haven't touched my X since getting my N5. To each his own
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qbanlinxx said:
I also have both, haven't touched my X since getting my N5. To each his own
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I HAD both. Stuck with the clear winner, the Nexus 5 (for my usage) :thumbup:
Edit: would like to add that the X is a great device. I still tinker with one weekly (sister loves it!)
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I want moto x but nexus 5 is better.
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I have both in possession. Which is better?
The only thing that makes the X better is ergonomic design, the customization, always listening feature, Active display and the screen is better in most ways(IMO).
The nexus 5 wins in all the other departments, even the battery. If you do get an NX5 unlock the bootloader as soon as it's out of the box. Huge pay off
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Nexus 5 battery is 2300 only
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Moto X is better a little bit design but Nexus is better than overall. Nexus 5 battery is worse but we can fix it.
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dicecuber said:
Nexus 5 battery is 2300 only
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That has zero meaning to anyone, even if you did include the unit.
Try posting something useful for a change.
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nexus 5 battery life increased drastically with franco kernel and disabling location.

bblzd said:
That has zero meaning to anyone, even if you did include the unit.
Try posting something useful for a change.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646556
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dicecuber said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646556
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I don't understand what your goal is by posting that link. Its clear that you dislike the Nexus 5. Why not just trade it on Craigslist for a Moto X?
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OuncE718 said:
I don't understand what your goal is by posting that link. Its clear that you dislike the Nexus 5. Why not just trade it on Craigslist for a Moto X?
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His purpouse is to annoy other users

gee2012 said:
His purpouse is to annoy other users
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What's funny is, is that not only is he annoying others but he's annoying himself by sticking with a phone he claim to dislike. I don't even understand it.
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OuncE718 said:
What's funny is, is that not only is he annoying others but he's annoying himself by sticking with a phone he claim to dislike. I don't even understand it.
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Maybe its a iPhone user trolling here

gee2012 said:
Maybe its a iPhone user trolling here
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Makes perfect sense. Lol
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I meant to post this here in this thread
I don't have this phone yet, but I will be getting it in the mail Monday. I am coming from a Moto X, which is a great device. I love the phone overall. But two gripes I have is the development for the phone and the fact that it's "wannabe stock"
I want the N5 because of the ROM support. Its outstanding. I'm used to the Note 2, S4, HTC One, and when you have Roms on there, there's not a major difference. The AOSP Roms are always buggy. With the N5, your going to have a phone that was made to he tinkered with. Most apps that are made to replace something (lockscreens, launchers, etc) were made for fitting a stock android (N5) experience.
I am excited about this phone because its been a while since I've rooted a phone. Its an addiction that has been cured with VZWs S4 and HTC One, but The relapse is far more exciting then sticking with stuff almost out of the box
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justinisloco said:
...The relapse is far more exciting then sticking with stuff almost out of the box
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I used to flash a lot on my previous devices, but this phone is so awesome on stock rooted with Xposed, I haven't yet felt like trying any other roms.

Might trade for G2

So I have the G2 and I have a buddy of mine offering to trade it for a 32GB N5. While I know that its basically the same phone I am more encouraged to simply because I feel that the N5 is more future proof.
Am I wrong for this ? Or should I keep it.
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Jess813 said:
So I have the G2 and I have a buddy of mine offering to trade it for a 32GB N5. While I know that its basically the same phone I am more encouraged to simply because I feel that the N5 is more future proof.
Am I wrong for this ? Or should I keep it.
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You should change the title to "Might Trade for the Nexus 5".
And to answer your question, yes the Nexus 5 should be more future proof than the G2.
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I have changed the title I have offers for both white and black versions I've been reading on some new N5 hardware is there anything I should be looking for when choosing between old and new hardware?
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Jess813 said:
I have changed the title I have offers for both white and black versions I've been reading on some new N5 hardware is there anything I should be looking for when choosing between old and new hardware?
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The hardware changes include: larger speaker grills and sturdier buttons. Get the version with the newest hardware. You can tell if it's the newer version if the phone's first three serial numbers are above 311 (312, etc).
There's also another way by looking at the HW Version in the fastboot mode. REV_12 or higher should all have the latest hardware revisions.
Fyi, the G2's base cost (~$669.00 unlocked on ebay) is much greater than the Nexus' base cost ($400 unlocked off the play store). Keep that in mind before trading.

The G2 has a better camera and battery.
I almost got one but found a good deal on a Nexus 5.
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Yeah I know its a better phone but I guess I was just thinking future wise ....I guess at this point i might as well keep it then, root and install CM11
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Jess813 said:
Yeah I know its a better phone but I guess I was just thinking future wise ....I guess at this point i might as well keep it then, root and install CM11
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Yeah, I personally think that's a better idea.

Jess813 said:
Yeah I know its a better phone but I guess I was just thinking future wise ....I guess at this point i might as well keep it then, root and install CM11
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I personally would go with the Nexus 5 because of official software updates and the day development community that continues to grow!
If you don't care much about development and timely/official updates from google then I'd say stick with the G2.
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I would trade the G2 for nexus 5 and sell the g2 and rebuy nexus 5 and you would probably make a profit
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[Q] Still a good phone for the price?

Is the Nexus 5 a good phone for the price, or does it exit better phones with the same budget?
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trakku said:
Is the Nexus 5 a good phone for the price, or does it exit better phones with the same budget?
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I sugest you w8 a bit more till N6 will appear.Buy yes,atm it's a good phone.

Classic device and of course everyone on the Nexus5 forum will tell you so!
Depends on your budget, upgrade, spec required, etc.

sure
yes still and will stay like this for long time

trakku said:
Is the Nexus 5 a good phone for the price, or does it exit better phones with the same budget?
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You won't find this kind of development at this price point. Period.
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rahulpat13 said:
You won't find this kind of development at this price point. Period.
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Yes you can, other companies are getting competitive
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dicecuber said:
Yes you can, other companies are getting competitive
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Price, maybe.
Development, no chance.

dicecuber said:
Yes you can, other companies are getting competitive
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Companies don't come into the picture wrt the massive developer base that's rests with the Nexus line. It's because it's a phone for the developers!
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rahulpat13 said:
Companies don't come into the picture wrt the massive developer base that's rests with the Nexus line. It's because it's a phone for the developers!
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What? There are numerous phones that are for developers. Not only the nexus line lol
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dicecuber said:
What? There are numerous phones that are for developers. Not only the nexus line lol
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I meant that the Nexus line is uniquely positioned by Google as a developer friendly phone. Which gets all the latest software and sources etc.
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Don't feed him.....he'll never change his views. ?
Many devices have plenty of development.....but no, nothing has the speedy updates and a development community as big as the Nexus. (Particularly when they are new) ?

KJ said:
Don't feed him.....he'll never change his views. ?
Many devices have plenty of development.....but no, nothing has the speedy updates and a development community as big as the Nexus. (Particularly when they are new) ?
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Well, you summed up what I wanted to say pretty well! Thanks!
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Just wait about a month they will reduce the price of the Nexus 5 when they're about to release the nexus 6. You guys are giving poor OP horrible advice.
OP wait a month. N5 isn't worth full price.
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dicecuber said:
Just wait about a month they will reduce the price of the Nexus 5 when they're about to release the nexus 6. You guys are giving poor OP horrible advice.
OP wait a month. N5 isn't worth full price.
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What he said. If you want the newest device, wait a month for it to be released. If you want the Nexus 5, wait a month for the price to go down. It'd be silly to buy last year's model at full price today when you can get it a month from now at a substantially reduced price.

All in all, still a very good phone. But will be a better deal after the N6 release and the "expected" price drop.
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rahulpat13 said:
All in all, still a very good phone. But will be a better deal after the N6 release and the expected price drop.
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That's what I said already
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dicecuber said:
That's what I said already
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My bad. Note the edit.
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BirchBarlow said:
What he said. If you want the newest device, wait a month for it to be released. If you want the Nexus 5, wait a month for the price to go down. It'd be silly to buy last year's model at full price today when you can get it a month from now at a substantially reduced price.
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No one can guarantee there will be a price drop. And if there was as with the N4, didn't the stock dry up within a couple days? Not exactly something to set your schedule for IMO.