Size difference between LTE and GSM version

[jimmypop13]

Has anyone else noticed that the LTE version is noticeably more rounded on the sides? I know it's due to the LTE radio and I could care less at this point (Verizon just sell me the phone already!) but I was surprised at just how much smoother and puffier it looks. Also, the battery cover looks like simulated brushed aluminum, which isn't what I remember seeing for the GSM version. Thought I'd share if you guys hadn't seen these pics yet. The first pic I got off p3droid's twitter. the second pic is from engadget.

 

[scottg96]

Nice comparison. It does look like the LTE version is slightly thicker but not by much. Also the pogo pin placement seems to be in a different spot than on the CDMA version, could this cause compatibility problems with accessories?

And yeah, the battery cover is supposed to be hyperskin, not brushed aluminum... hmmm
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[Dmw017]

So thats the LTE huh .. theres no Verizon logo like the replacement cover has , lol..
and yeah i see the difference. this one is a lot thicker XD.. and the back looks worse with the brushed alunimoon

 

[scottg96]

Yeah wait a second, shouldn't there be a 4G LTE logo on the back? I don't think the first picture is legit...

 

[Bnice]

Could be european vs. There is a guy on droid life that has a pre release model with the same backing.

 

[aentropy]

I hope it isn't. I'm not a fan of the metal back and would prefer the original softer material.

 

[Bnice]

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Unboxing - YouTube!

Here you go. I don't think the back is metal.Maybe the bezel around the phone.

 

[jamor]

damn that thing is sexy