foreWard
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I think you just NAIL----->HEAD right there....lol
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I think you just NAIL----->HEAD right there....lol
tomato88
Android Enthusiast
VZW hasn't been anything but ridiculous anyway.
I'm well aware that by the time I'm finishing typing and posting this comment, it will likely be irrelevant and outdated... but here goes:
Theories abound as to why the Nexus has been delayed (or even if it has been delayed). Theories of every sort have exploded, and yet which ones are more likely than others?
THEORY #1 - Verizon has purposely delayed the launch in order to sell more Razors, Resounds, and the like. Everyone loves a conspiracy theory, but this seems highly unlikely at this point, given all of the anecdotal evidence. Internal memos, stores getting stock, accessories being sold... decisions like that wouldn't be made on a whim just to squeeze out a few more sales of existing devices. IMO, this theory is DEBUNKED.
THEORY #2 - Bugs. Yes, we heard various reports of bugs and OS updates leading up to the allegedly "confirmed" launch data for this Friday. However, all parties must have been comfortable enough with the software status to ship stock and send internal memos regarding the launch data of 12/9. At this point, it doesn't seem all that likely that a launch-killing bug appeared suddenly 2 days before the projected launch. As others have pointed out, almost all phones are released with bugs, and if there were any minor lingering issues, it wouldn't have ground the launch to a complete halt after stock was shipped, etc. Theory is SHAKY AT BEST.
THEORY #3 - Google Wallet / Spectrum rules. Okay, I'm sure Google wasn't happy about the Wallet issue. But there's no reason why they'd want to halt the launch of the phone this late in the game just to get that particular issue settled. It could be settled after launch. If stock was already shipped, does anyone really believe that they'd halt the launch just to work this out? Theory is VERY SHAKY.
THEORY #4 - Sim Card / LTE Network Issues. Reports of network issues began yesterday, and reports of sim card activation problems have trickled out ever since as well. And today, widespread reports of LTE/data outages across the nation (though certainly not ubiquitous). My Bionic, for example, does not currently have ANY data (3G or 4G) and I'm in the Midwest. Calling Verizon gave me an automated response stating they they are aware of network issues. The sim card reports in conjunction with the network outages is highly suspect. It's either a compounded coincidence or it's related to the Nexus launch delay. Perhaps they want to avoid issues with activation, or do not wish to tarnish the launch by having widespread network issues. One may ask why they aren't halting the sale of other 4G phones that are currently on sale? But halting sales of ALL currently selling phones is much different than delaying the launch of a phone that isn't out yet. IMO, this theory is LIKELY and seems to BEST EXPLAIN the circumstances.
Okay, now what other theories did I miss? Feel free to add/modify/delete!
Theories abound as to why the Nexus has been delayed (or even if it has been delayed). Theories of every sort have exploded, and yet which ones are more likely than others?
THEORY #1 - Verizon has purposely delayed the launch in order to sell more Razors, Resounds, and the like. Everyone loves a conspiracy theory, but this seems highly unlikely at this point, given all of the anecdotal evidence. Internal memos, stores getting stock, accessories being sold... decisions like that wouldn't be made on a whim just to squeeze out a few more sales of existing devices. IMO, this theory is DEBUNKED.
THEORY #2 - Bugs. Yes, we heard various reports of bugs and OS updates leading up to the allegedly "confirmed" launch data for this Friday. However, all parties must have been comfortable enough with the software status to ship stock and send internal memos regarding the launch data of 12/9. At this point, it doesn't seem all that likely that a launch-killing bug appeared suddenly 2 days before the projected launch. As others have pointed out, almost all phones are released with bugs, and if there were any minor lingering issues, it wouldn't have ground the launch to a complete halt after stock was shipped, etc. Theory is SHAKY AT BEST.
THEORY #3 - Google Wallet / Spectrum rules. Okay, I'm sure Google wasn't happy about the Wallet issue. But there's no reason why they'd want to halt the launch of the phone this late in the game just to get that particular issue settled. It could be settled after launch. If stock was already shipped, does anyone really believe that they'd halt the launch just to work this out? Theory is VERY SHAKY.
THEORY #4 - Sim Card / LTE Network Issues. Reports of network issues began yesterday, and reports of sim card activation problems have trickled out ever since as well. And today, widespread reports of LTE/data outages across the nation (though certainly not ubiquitous). My Bionic, for example, does not currently have ANY data (3G or 4G) and I'm in the Midwest. Calling Verizon gave me an automated response stating they they are aware of network issues. The sim card reports in conjunction with the network outages is highly suspect. It's either a compounded coincidence or it's related to the Nexus launch delay. Perhaps they want to avoid issues with activation, or do not wish to tarnish the launch by having widespread network issues. One may ask why they aren't halting the sale of other 4G phones that are currently on sale? But halting sales of ALL currently selling phones is much different than delaying the launch of a phone that isn't out yet. IMO, this theory is LIKELY and seems to BEST EXPLAIN the circumstances.
Okay, now what other theories did I miss? Feel free to add/modify/delete!
nexusprimepls
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darejer
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Or... the guy that's going to Costco on Friday finds out they're sold out of chocolate chip cookies. VZW will look ridiculous.
AntimonyER
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Called my local cellular connection and they have the Nexus now, he told me they haven't heard they can't sell them, and if Verizon hasn't told them anything different by Friady, he says come in Friday and it's yours!!
So even if poopy pants Verizon isn't releasing I will have one anyway...
I hope you get yours, but the manager I spoke to said that Verizon won't allow them to be activated. He could have just been feeding me a line, I dunno.
nypcdoc
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I love the "it's not an iPhone" responses people keep getting!
I picture old guys smoking cigars and drinking whiskey sitting at a mahogany table and just laughing and laughing this morning because they have this forum up on their huge 100" screen and you hear "Jim Jim hit F5 again" and "Charles this is the funniest thing since you got robbed by that midget prostitute".
I dont care if hes a good manager or not, as long as I can get it friday lol
Although I do love your point
Theory 5: Verizon corp is trying to "kill" the Friday release date because of all the leaks and they don't want a rush on stock (or Samsung doesn't want lines for their phone because of their recent ad campaign) - they'll still soft release on Friday with little/no fanfare.
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I hope that you are going to store #4!!!
This is the funniest post i've read thus far.
he went for a fire extinguisher because his pants were on fire.
hahahahahaha
Starbuckpga
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I hope that you are going to store #4!!!
LOL. I'm just basing this off what I've been reading today. I called one store last night, they said they got 25 in yesterday and 25 would be coming everyday. He also said last night that Friday was the day they could sell on a first come first serve basis. I've yet to call any store in my area today.
I'll just swing by Friday evening after work to see if I can get one. If not, I'll just pick up the Razr for now and use as I need to make the switch from AT&T to VZW. I get no service in my office in downtown Cincy. I've put it off for weeks now waiting on the GeNex, but I can't wait any longer. If/when the phone is finally released within my 14 days of the Razr, I'll go swap it out.
It is the resellers that throw a wrench in the whole thing for me.
Sure Verizon can keep corporate stores in line but isn't it a matter of time before a reseller breaks ranks and cashes in? These guys wont stand for having stock sitting around at peak season and not making any money off of it.
Heck, even without activation , Id buy one early just to have it in hand.
Sure Verizon can keep corporate stores in line but isn't it a matter of time before a reseller breaks ranks and cashes in? These guys wont stand for having stock sitting around at peak season and not making any money off of it.
Heck, even without activation , Id buy one early just to have it in hand.
Good one!
RazorSharp
Android Expert
I'd guess it's a combo of Theories 3 and 4. The Google Wallet thing is actually turning out to be a big deal:
Galaxy Nexus Delayed Due To Verizon Violating Spectrum Rules In Google Negotiation? | TalkAndroid.com
Free Press: Verizon May Have Violated Spectrum Rules in Google Negotiation - Sara Jerome - NationalJournal.com
It would seem logical that a possible legal battle and 4G outages could both be contributing factors to a delay.
sgrinavi
Android Enthusiast
Now for some OT good news - Saw this on Slick Deals, they ripped it from AC
There might be a way to get unlimited data...
Get unlimited data on Verizon Wireless (4G phone needed) ymmv
For those who purchased a Verizon smartphone after the unlimited data ended, you can still get unlimited data by calling *611 and asking them to add unlimited MHS. A 4G phone is required. You may have to be persistent, and it may take several calls, but I was able to do it with one call. A "perk" of adding unlimited MHS is that you will be pushed to unlimited data as well, according to the rep I talked to. I checked online, and sure enough, my friend's account that I was trying it on had unlimited data and unlimited MHS. If at a future time, you feel you do not need MHS, you can cancel mhs (you can do it online) and it has been reported that you still keep unlimited data.
When i talked to the rep, at first, he was trying to get me to switch to a data plan that had data and mhs. This is not what you want, you want to have the mhs as a feature addon.
ymmv of course on these types of promos.
edit: mhs = mobile hot spot
There might be a way to get unlimited data...
Get unlimited data on Verizon Wireless (4G phone needed) ymmv
For those who purchased a Verizon smartphone after the unlimited data ended, you can still get unlimited data by calling *611 and asking them to add unlimited MHS. A 4G phone is required. You may have to be persistent, and it may take several calls, but I was able to do it with one call. A "perk" of adding unlimited MHS is that you will be pushed to unlimited data as well, according to the rep I talked to. I checked online, and sure enough, my friend's account that I was trying it on had unlimited data and unlimited MHS. If at a future time, you feel you do not need MHS, you can cancel mhs (you can do it online) and it has been reported that you still keep unlimited data.
When i talked to the rep, at first, he was trying to get me to switch to a data plan that had data and mhs. This is not what you want, you want to have the mhs as a feature addon.
ymmv of course on these types of promos.
edit: mhs = mobile hot spot
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