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

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I hope everyone is having a great time with their new Nexuses/Nexi/Nexussessess. Alas, I am left out in the cold. I went to the store near my house this morning, they brought out a white box of sexy new phone goodness, then told me my $50 loyalty discount does not kick in until 12/29, and despite my best cajoling and sucking up, the store mgr. would not budge. It's only $50, but seeing as I blew $400 on a pub crawl Saturday (TBOX - The Twelve Bars of Christmas, 13,000+ participants, look it up, it is quite ridiculous), I kinda can't rationalize not being a little frugal. I am going to try calling *611 a little later and see if they'll put a little more value on my 9 years of customership (yes, I know, not a word) with Verizon and grant me leniency.

So, anyways, I hope everyone is enjoying unimpeded progress in obtaining their favorite new phone. I have enjoyed everyone's anecdotes, tales of woe, tales of jubilation, expressions of anticipation, manic mood swings (the ones that ended on an "up" note), personal insights, recommendations and general discourse. I have also enjoyed the opportunity to practice keeping myself in check as, in real life, I am somewhat of a sarcastic sonofabitch, and that does not always translate in an appreciated manner in written media. Early, OTD and Steven exhibited exemplary judgment, restraint and tolerance and are owed innumerable thanks for ensuring that this thread remained a positive and enjoyable environment for people who shared a common enthusiasm. Thanks also to everyone who shared with good intent. And to the trolls with nothing better to do than flame? Ain't no thang, all you did was reinforce the effect of people who were here for the right reasons.

I wish I had some witty parting remark, but I don't, so I'll simply say thanks and good luck to all, and I'll probably see some of you in the other threads where I'll be asking stupid, newbie-type questions. I thank you in advance for your tolerance and assistance.
 
It has been one helluva ride!

Forums with this kind of camaraderie are few and far between. I was here for the Inc milestone and am honored to be part of the GN.

Looking back, there is a huge sense of genuineness here that is hard to come by. And a lot of that credit goes to how this place is run. Thank you all Admin from my heart for your willingness to serve as volunteers. It is evident here and never goes unnoticed.

Thank you friends I have made in sharing the journey and who I've been in cahoots with through various PM's you all shine bright!

Thank you to the newcomers and lurkers as you've contributed to this thread with anonymity more than you could ever know.

My 2 most "epic thanks" go firstly to Him, the one who made these relationships possible and for the goodness and love He shows everyone, and then to Steven, a true servant, the one who had this vision and joined us all in high spirit for the glorious ride.

Can't wait to r00t, I love what this thread became, and wishing you all peace and love. Look forward to seeing you all again, Cya 'round in the forums!!
 
windhunde said:
I just ordered via LetsTalk.

I went to the Leesburg VA store this morning shortly after they opened, and there was just one guy upgrading his OG -- he was also totally into the phone. I figured that if I could to finagle any kind of discount, plus factor in the discount on accessories, that I'd buy there and walk home with one. With all of the uncertainty over the 3-pin car dock, and the fact they didn't have any docks, I just didn't think I could cover the gap enough between the store price and LetsTalk.

So I might have to wait until next week. I can definitely put the money saved to better uses.

Thanks to all who contributed so much info and entertainment on this thread. I have never seen anything like it (and hope to never again!)
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Did they say how much stock they have? I can't get there until around 7 so I am just wondering.
 
My csr at the corp store had said she would call when she got to work today and I could come get the phone. I called the store at 9am and it turns out she works the afternoon shift today. They told me there was a line and if I waited I wouldn't get the phone today! :eek:
I raced to the store only to find that they moved 2 days ago.:eek: I couldn't find them and had to call them for directions.
I got in line and waited. When I checked out, they would not let me have both my NE2 (30) and my corporate discount (50). I complained, nicely, and the manager finally said if I bought any accessory he would give me $15 off that and another $15 off my bill. So I got the extra battery with charger.
Now I have my new Galaxy Nexus!!!:D
 
So final charts are here (despite a certain person claiming to have them earlier :rolleyes::D:eek: )

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Only one regression this time since it is so good, I can actually call it the only one. .996 for an adj r^2 is decent.

Also, a reference to some other pictures in the thread:
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Yes, as it seems most of my time was spent toying with a certain other member here and making charts.

It was fun being here with all of you, and I hope to continue it in the lounge thread, in the GNex section, and in the next VZW nexus pre-release thread in a year or two (or whenever it happens again...never seems like a possibility :rolleyes:)

-Nkk

PS Thanks to The_Chief for providing me with the data, and to whoever made that green-ish picture above when I requested it.
 
Short and Sweet.

Thanks to everyone on here. From Steven to the lurkers who only made 1 post. I appreciate all the good times we shared waiting for this phone.

See ya in the rest of the forum. Or if you only read pre-release threads. See everyone in 18 months.


Wood Out :)
 
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