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***Official Galaxy Nexus Pre-Release speculation thread**

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Sure could go for a Steven special "just got a note from the source, will edit and post as soon as I get to work." We haven't had anything new and exciting in a while.
 
If Verizon was really concerned about people abusing unlimited data they wouldn't put data caps like 2 gb in place, but instead they would limit download/upload speeds during peak hours in order to allow everyone to have a enjoyable experience with their wireless network... All the datacaps do is limit how much I can use my phone, with everything going "to the cloud" I am going to need several gigs just for my normal music and videos and downloads each month.... I hope for all of our sakes Verizon doesn't screw us over with data plans.

Now where's my Nexus already? I can't believe they've had the phone in Europe for 1.5 weeks already and we don't even have an announcement or release date yet.
 
Crudes said:
Those look good BabyBlues. My girlfriend and I just got hooked on their milk chocolate peanut butter cups. They are delicious and have very recently become our new favorite over their S'mores (also incredibly delicious, but after 3 months atop the list, we're sick of them).

The girlfriend hates mint, but I love it so I'll try out the Joe Joe's next :)
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If you haven't yet, you should try these mamma jammas. First time I got 'em I darn near ate the whole thing without even trying. Afriggin'dictive.

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Just stopped by Verizon store to buy a charger for my girlfriends Incredible and I just had to ask about the G-Nex. And I was told that they received an email yesterday stating Dec. 8 was the date. Now I'm not putting 100% faith in that but it was nice to hear something. Still remaining skeptical cause as of last week they new absolutely nothing. So take it FWIW.

But they knew nothing about pre-orders so I guess that is why I have a hard time believing it!?
 
drhill said:
Has anyone asked P3 if Google Wallet installs on his Verizon version? This would actually be a deal breaker for me.
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If you read into Verizon's response to the question about the lack of Google wallet on the Nexus device you could conclude that Big Red does not plan on allowing any phone on their network to run Google wallet.

I take from their wordage that they will only allow their own payment system to be on their phones in the future. That means if you plan in staying with VZ you may never be able to use Google wallet.

Now..it looks like we can side side step this in the future with the nexus because we can unlock it and load custom ROMs that will enable and include this feature.
 
drbugsmn said:
If not, is this something that the states attorney would be interested in, considering Verizon is trying to push ISIS, and from what I've read that service is behind (timeline) Google Wallet.
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I knew about the ISIS thing. I just wanted to know if P3 tried to download it off the market.

I have a problem with a carrier blocking me from using software that is not illegal or breaks any terms of service. This seems like an issue that should be reported to the FCC.
 
DiegoKokomo said:
Sure could go for a Steven special "just got a note from the source, will edit and post as soon as I get to work." We haven't had anything new and exciting in a while.
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Perfect timing. Check lickwidravr's post towards the top of the page.

Jon Nale said:
I agree, but I would hate to have a fraudulent charge on my credit card and not be able to argue it because I violated the TOS.
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I suppose it's possible. Do you get a lot of fradulent charges? I've never had one, personally. Of course, it remains to be seen whether NFC/Google Wallet is secure enough to stop hackers from obtaining peoples' credit card data, I suppose.
 
eyetek said:
If you read into Verizon's response to the question about the lack of Google wallet on the Nexus device you could conclude that Big Red does not plan on allowing any phone on their network to run Google wallet.

I take from their wordage that they will only allow their own payment system to be on their phones in the future.

Now..it looks like we can side side step this in the future with the nexus because we can unlock it and load custom ROMs that will enable and include this feature.
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We should have to side step it (which violates Google Wallets TOS). This is anti-competitive behavior imposed on a customer.
 
cincycats51 said:
I think it is safe to say that if you find an article about anything Android or Nexus and its more than 2 minutes old, it was already posted in this thread.
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This is true. That being said if you haven't seen it, don't be afraid to post it. We would rather have interesting info reposted a couple times than miss it entirely.
 
Jon Nale said:
So apparently, although the Nexus does not support Google Wallet, it is possible to install it on the device and use it.

Google Wallet comes to Samsung Galaxy Nexus (unofficially)



Oh, Verizon.....

EDIT: Ninja'd
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Like a few have said before...this is no longer a Nexus device. Verizon is taking features of this phone and disabling them and adding their own software (even if it is just a couple of minimalistic apps) to make this phone a Verizon phone. This really rubs me the wrong way.
 
The_Chief said:
Hi Gnexers! :)

I'm back from Real Life, wherein I stopped by Radio Shack for something. Their marquis sign read "$100 off Verizon smartphones" so I inquired about it. Turns out that promo INCLUDES Nexus! :D

That may help some folks out here who are tight for cash but still want to play Nexus with us!

So when Nexus hits the streets, there's a choice to be made:

Do I get a Launch Day phone with $50 loyalty discount? Or...
Do I wait till the Shack gets them and get $100 off?

Decisions, decisions...

9-1/2 days to go!
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When my girlfriend got her HTC Inspire (converted her from the iphone) on AT&T radio shack was the only place that had it in stock when she went to get it. They ended up messing up her grandfathered unlimited data. She ended up calling At&T and getting everything straightened out but just some food for thought.
 
drhill said:
We should have to side step it (which violates Google Wallets TOS). This is anti-competitive behavior imposed on a customer.
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Can't disagree with you on that....but VZ will attempt to do this anyway because their lawyers get paid more than ours!
 
If Google released the LTE version of the phone today that worked on Verizon's network, with out Verizon having a hand in everything.... nevermind, this will NEVER happen unless Verizon loses a ton of customers... here's to hoping Google decides to start their own phone company in the near future, where all you really need is a dataplan since you can use it for voice and messages..
 
DiegoKokomo said:
Sure could go for a Steven special "just got a note from the source, will edit and post as soon as I get to work." We haven't had anything new and exciting in a while.
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what i find funny about this is that i actually am in the process of clarifying some information that was sent to me which is similar to what you are referring to....the kicker is that.....my actual name is Steven also lol
 
Alright everyone.. I just heard from my CSR source at the corporate Verizon store I deal with..

I texted him a couple weeks ago and told him to tell me when they will be getting the Galaxy Nexus in so I can sign up for the Pre-Order list.

He just called me and wanted to let me know about the Rezound and the beat headphones they come with which will be the normal price we know about..

But he also remembered how I was asking about the Nexus and said that although they don't have a release date they were going to be selling it at $199.99.

He said that they have some of the accessories in the back and that he expects it to be in a few weeks but he would call me as soon as they have a date for it.

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Take it for what its worth..

Sorry for any bad grammar I rushed off the phone with him to post it here.
 
RazorSharp said:
I suppose it's possible. Do you get a lot of fradulent charges? I've never had one, personally. Of course, it remains to be seen whether NFC/Google Wallet is secure enough to stop hackers from obtaining peoples' credit card data, I suppose.
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I've never had one, but I know a few people that have. They weren't using NFC to pay for anything, but somehow someone got a hold of their credit card info and charged some expensive items to their card. They were able to argue that the charges were fraudulent and reported it to their credit card company.

I was just noting what the terms of service are. If you root your phone, use Google Wallet and there is an issue, Google will not be obligated to help you because you violated their TOS.
 
Jon Nale said:
I've never had one, but I know a few people that have. They weren't using NFC to pay for anything, but somehow someone got a hold of their credit card info and charged some expensive items to their card. They were able to argue that the charges were fraudulent and reported it to their credit card company.

I was just noting what the terms of service are. If you root your phone, use Google Wallet and there is an issue, Google will not be obligated to help you because you violated their TOS.
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Google might not but your credit card company might. Maybe?
 
lickwidravr said:
what i find funny about this is that i actually am in the process of clarifying some information that was sent to me which is similar to what you are referring to....the kicker is that.....my actual name is Steven also lol
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Well hurry up with it already!
 
svt_gEEk said:
Like a few have said before...this is no longer a Nexus device. Verizon is taking features of this phone and disabling them and adding their own software (even if it is just a couple of minimalistic apps) to make this phone a Verizon phone. This really rubs me the wrong way.
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you cant put wallet on the t-mobile or at&t version of the nexus s either (violates wallets tos, i realize you actually CAN do it) and since the gnex hasn't been released yet we don't know 100% if those 2 verizon apps will actually ship on the retail version of the gnex lte
 
BustaNY said:
But he also remembered how I was asking about the Nexus and said that although they don't have a release date they were going to be selling it at $199.99.

He said that they have some of the accessories in the back and that he expects it to be in a few weeks but he would call me as soon as they have a date for it.
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Nice, thanks for the post. If the Nexus does end getting released for $100 less than the Rezound and Razr, that would probably go a long way towards making it more appealing and competitive, as well as being an olive branch of sorts towards all the irate consumers (i.e. us) who've been waiting on it.
 
BustaNY said:
But he also remembered how I was asking about the Nexus and said that although they don't have a release date they were going to be selling it at $199.99.
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A $199.99 price tag instead of the $299.99 I'm prepared for would almost make this whole waiting/anxiety thing worth it. Almost.
 
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