Mehta23

I have about £100 in Xmas money and a £100 reserve to get myself a present.

I was thinking of getting the new Kindle. But as I don't read, I thought it might be better to get a tablet that will be more versatile.

Question is, will a Nexus 7 still be 'useful' if I'm getting a new phone in Easter ( Mabye Nexus 4) or will it just be a bigger phone, if you see what I mean....?

n4zty

If your really into Mobile gaming and such i highly recommend the nexus 7 i got mine last week and bought asphalt 7 and modern combat 4 and just got my new moga bluetooth controller and im blown by the performance and the experience im getting with it. Im not sure whats the specs on a kindle fire hd im sure its pretty decent but i know its not a quad core . Anyways if you were looking for recommendation you got mine, you wont be disappointed oh also we have a huge live development community so root,roms,mods,tweaks are always being made for this tablet. thats a plus

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I've the 3g Nexus 7 and a One X and if you want my advice, spend your money on the nexus 7. As n4zty says, you won't be disappointed.

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whs37

I think it would be hard to compare a 7" tablet with a 4" phone. The screen real estate is 3 times bigger than that on the phone.

I bought the N7 because it is the best value for money (in the US). Although I was kind of baffled by the Curtis Klu which I bought as a Christmas present for a friend. It cost me $59 and does a really beautiful job.

dave1812

i have a Note 2 and N7. i use both. every day.

I don't consider the Nexus4 a "big screen phone". Do you?? It's only 4.7

animal47

I also have a note 2 and have bought an n7 today which I am looking forward to playing with once the damned battery has finished charging.

stevej2k

I have a Galaxy S3 and a Nexus 7.
The S3 is a great phone and is great for texting, but a little too small for gaming or reading for my old eyes.
I use both constantly. I don't think any 7" tablet comes close to the quality and value of the Nexus 7.

ChadShaft

I rock the Note 2 and the Nexus 7. I thought once I got the Note 2 I wouldn't need a tablet, but it's just a little too small. So I use the Nexus 7 at work and around the house and the Note fills in when I'm out somewhere.

animal47

I am not as pleased with this n7 as I was expecting to be if I'm honest.
After the stunning screen on the note 2, this n7 just seems a bit lifeless and dull. I had a play with the galaxy 7" tab in the store and much preferred the screen and feel of that and it was cheaper but it was the specs and reviews that swung me towards the n7 but I feel that I should have spent a bit more time playing with them before I made a decision.

dddougal

There's no competition really the nexus 7 is awesome. I've always had android phones with big screens and none have given me the same experience as the nexus. They are fantastic.

n4zty

Really to see the full potential of the nexus 7 I highly recommend playing games with high end graphics like modern combat 4 or asphalt 7 if your going to play free games like angry birds or such games your not going to see any true performance. Dare yourself to push the nexus 7 to the next level. I watched YouTube vids for the best games for android there are maybe two more games I'm gonna buy just to see how they perform on my tablet.

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Mehta23

Wow, so everyone says the Nexus!!!

I have a DHD atm, so 4.7 (I think) is quite a bit bigger, I dunno. I'd probably get used to it quickly.

Also wanted to ask if anyone thought that 7 inch is small? If a nex 10 is a lot better?

I like the portability of the N7 as well as actually.

Depends on what I'm doing. I've got £200 roughly to spend so a Nexus 7 sounds pretty good, get a case and some accessories
:-)

Thanks guys

GirlFriday

I have a Galaxy Nexus and a Nexus 7. Love them both!

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Demache

7 inch is perfect in my opinion. Any bigger, and I might as well use my laptop, which is 12 inch (same resolution btw).

Mehta23

I think I might just get a Nexus 7. I only have the £100 from my parents, but I'm practically £300 up (don't ask :-P) so I can afford it.

Unless anything amazing is rumoured to come out in Easter...

El Presidente

See what's announced at CES in a couple of weeks if you're not in a huge rush.

You wouldn't be disappointed with the N7 though

dave1812

with the possible exceptions being color saturation and BT audio skipping...

andruoid

Being on a budget I was debating keeping my One V and buying a Nexus 7 or selling the One V and buying a hybrid phone/tablet. I went with the latter and got a Note II. Mainly because its everything in 1 device and it will always be where I go.

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ChadShaft

Agreed on the screen. I love my Nexus 7 but this screen compared to the screen on my Note 2 is rather underwhelming. Then again my not 2 cost me almost $500.00

Mehta23

Is the screen that bad?

I don't really know what's gonna happen when I can get a new phone, but if i cant get a Nexus, I would've gone for a Sammy of some sort. Seeing comments that say the N7 screen is dull is confusing me on what to get :-P unless it's comparatively....

Last edited by Mehta23; December 31st, 2012 at 04:26 PM.

El Presidente

There's nothing wrong with the screen IMO.

ChadShaft

There's nothing wrong with the screen per say, the Note 2 just has a better screen, so when you switch between the two you definitely notice a difference.

Mehta23

Does it make a difference to how you see it or is it just initially, if you see what I mean...

Like my Tv is much brighter than my PC monitor, but i only notice when i switch. Then after a bit i dont see the difference anymore.

paxham

if I had to get 1 I'd buy the biggest 4g phone I could get my hands on. Having both just means 1 extra thing to carry around.

Mehta23

4G is still infeasible here.

I'd probably use a tablet more at home, so carrying 2 things doesn't really apply.

Also, I wanna go back on a previous comment, I think I might get a S3 not a note, unless 5.5 is manageable in my hands..

You know what I mean

Rxpert83

I've got the sprint branded htc one x. Its got a "large" screen and I still use the nexus for anything not directly phone related (calls/texts)

ChadShaft

It's definitely just a matter of going from one to the other right away. I'm actually somewhat use to it now, so it doesn't bother me all that much anymore. When I go from my Note 2 to my girl's iPad 2 I notice the same thing. IMO the Note 2 just has a really great screen, so you're going to notice when you use something else.

Mehta23

haahh, fair enough.

I think my research has gone to the point where I should go for a N7, just becuase the other option ( SSD ) is too expensive, even though it's cheaper than a N7.

Question: 16Gb, or 32GB? Are the speeds the same? Cos I noticed a review that showed the 32Gb Nexus was faster than the 8GB...

Size, I'm not too bothered by, I can manage with 16, but if the 32 is a lot faster , I'll get hat. Otherwise I was thinking of getting a USB Flash drive and use it via OTG.

Edit:

it's sort of been answered, but getting a big Note 2 won't affect use of a tablet / won't make a tablet redundant, will it? May have to have a chat to see if I can upgrade, and what I can upgrade to

Edit Edit : scrap that, I just saw a comparison vid, and the Nexus is still al lot bigger than a NoteII.

Last edited by Mehta23; January 1st, 2013 at 09:50 AM.

El Presidente

You say you're not bothered by size now, but for the extra £40, I'd stump up and get the 32GB.

What sort of accessories do you think you'll need?

Rxpert83

There is no speed differences between the different storage sizes.

Any video or review claiming there was would have me questioning the reviewers motives/knowledge

dave1812

that's definitely "opinion". I can clearly see jaggies on text, and the color saturation is LACKING. Other than that and the awful BT audio dropouts (and even dropouts using the built in speaker or headphones), I like the N7. It is NOT by any means without it's faults. My Note 2 doesn't drop out the audio in any mode.

Mehta23

OTG cable
Case - I think
Screen protector?
Stylus - although they're probably rubbish

I don't know if I should get anything else....

Is there anything else round the £150-250 mark that's better than a N7 then?
I don't know if I would use the speaker as I pretty much always use my Bose on ears - laptop, PC, phone..... Everything but the TV ;-)

Rxpert83

Frankly, no. That's why its so popular.

I'd get a case that doubles as a stand and USB otg cable and you're good to go.

El Presidente

OTG cable - Micro USB Host Mode On The Go OTG Cable for Nexus 7: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics
Case - Black Luxury Multi Function Standby Case with Built-in: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics (not an amazing case, but it does what it needs to.)
Screen protector - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Google-Nexus-Screen-Protector-Terrapin/dp/B008SAN4PC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357057980&sr=8-1
Stylus - although they're probably rubbish (You get one with the case I linked to, they can be handy, but not essential)

I've also just got a keyboard & case combo. The keyboard is a little small, but the case is great: IVSO® Google Nexus 7 Bluetooth Keyboard Portfolio Case: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics

ChadShaft

I just ordered a keyboard case myself, however it's not blue tooth. I vacant wait to get my hands on it.

DaveOZ

I have a Galaxy Note 2 and recently bought a Nexus 7 3G. Now that I have played with it a bit I'm wanting a 7" phone. A Note 7 would be awesome. I use a bluetooth earpiece most of the time anyway. My eyes are not what they used to be and I never seem to have my reading glasses handy so the bigger screen is great for me.

Mehta23

Thanks for the links, as it happens, I was just looking at some cases!

I don't really know if I need a case for it - said no Android user. Ever.

I was looking at the Dodo case and the treegloo, but they're not available here / too expensive. I think I just want somethign to portect it from scratches when I'm not using it, so I thought about just a Mofi case.

Biz-E-Bee UK - Luxury Mofi Tablet Case For NATPC M009S: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics

Also this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Blurex-Ultra-Slim-Multi-Angle-Premium-Protector/dp/B008D2POAS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357079927&sr=8-1 and the Speck Fit folio Speck FitFolio for Google Nexus 7 - Black: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

I think I'd use the case to prop it up at a desk, otherwise I'd probably be lying on a chair and holding it my hands. Yes, I lie down on my chairs :P

I don't know if I need a screen protector either - my DHD has been subjected to falling several times, and even the unpleasant sound of earings hitting it (Android equivalent of blackboard screeching) and yet there are no scratches on the screen.

Edit: I forgot to mention - I don't know( yeah, I dont know much ) if cases like these will add too much bulk Black Luxury Multi Function Standby Case with Built-in: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

I mean, I love my OB Commuter case on my DHD, but whenever I take it off I'm like - wow my phone is so think, and sleek, and sexeh! -_- Don't judge

This look any good?
Poetic Slimline Portfolio Case for Google Nexus 7: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

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Sorry for so many questions!

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had a look on Mobile Fun, and I can get the Dodo case if that's a good option.

Also, this keyboard one Bluetooth Keyboard and Case for Google Nexus 7 Asus

and this one looks ok too http://www.amazon.co.uk/Blurex-Ultra-Slim-Multi-Angle-Premium-Protector/dp/B008D2POAS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1357079927&sr=8-1





Edit: The earings I mentioned aren't mine. Just wanna make that clear.

Last edited by Mehta23; January 3rd, 2013 at 06:32 AM.

El Presidente

The Spec Fit is gorgeous, especially the blue one.

I know what you mean re screen protectors, never had one on my WildFire S and the screen is immaculate. That being said, both tabs, the OneX and my old DHD had one. If you get a decent one you won't even know it's there and I'd much rather have one and not need it, than vice versa.

Mehta23

Hmm. Yeah, I see what you mean, but I don't see how I would scra- I know that if I finish that sentence I WILL scratch the screen.

Phonedevil's still good? Pretty sure Zagg's are still really bad ( had one on my LG Cookie)

I was gonna get a SGP for my DHD, so I don't know if that's worth the investment http://www.spigen.com/google-nexus-7-remium-lcd-protection-film-steinheil-series.html

Mehta23

I think there's one last question. I've sorta asked it before, but am I better off spending another £100 and getting the newer N10, or should the Tegra 4 N7 still be more than good enough for me? :-P

Rxpert83

Spec wise, I havent been limited by the n7s capabilities at all.

Also, the 7" form factor is really much more desirable to me because of its portability.

If you can, try them both out in person before buying

Mehta23

I think the only places will be Tesco or Currys. I'll try to try before I buy.

Also, when I mentioned earlier if waiting it out was a good idea - my birthday is in April.... So I'm thinking a N7 now and a reduced SSD in April....

rogueally

I really wanted the transformer prime for my classroom (I am a 4 grade teacher) and the nexus 10....I got the N7 and the portability and form factor are what sealed the deal. Plus the screen is beautiful and I am an avid Shadowguneadzone player and the performance is absolutely stellar. N7 and you will be more than happy!

Mehta23

Yeah, these types of comments are pushing me even more onto the N7 side.

Only thing is I don't really need portability, as I'll be using it at home. Although I could take it to school and use it to help study...

AntimonyER

I only use my N7 at home and I still love the form factor over my old 10" tab. It's just more comfortable to hold over long periods.

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Mehta23

N7 is it then!

Mehta23

Speck FitFolio for Google Nexus 7 Case Review - YouTube

It looks alright. I dunno if I like the plastic on the back. Also, the blue isn't as dark as it looks on Amazon.

Edit:

Actually, compared to other cases, I think the Speck would do well.

I also like this case http://www.amazon.co.uk/BoxWave-Google-Nexus-Swivel-Stand/dp/B000652TEE/ref=sr_1_12?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1357218472&s r=1-12

Last edited by Mehta23; January 3rd, 2013 at 07:15 AM.

Demache

I can see jaggies too, but the screen is like, 200 dpi, which is far higher than any computer monitor I own. And I'm not sure on the saturation. Its definitely not as saturated as my Galaxy Nexus, but that's because the colors are TOO saturated, due to the SAMOLED display. Although I do agree its a little too under saturated. But alas, the colors are fairly close, so I'll live.

The audio dropouts seem to be a bug. Like if I turn off the screen while listening to music, it often starts stuttering like crazy. Makes me wonder if its going into sleep mode regardless of the fact that the music service is running.

Mehta23

Audio drop out when the screen is off shouldn't be too much of a problem since I would be watching videos on my N7 and listening to music on my PC/Phone.

Would be nice to fix the bug though.

Demache

It has to be a bug or kernel related or something, I highly doubt its a problem with it hardware wise. I have a hard time believing that a device that can muster PS2 level games at HD resolutions has trouble playing MP3's in the background of applications.

I'm using the "Bricked" kernel on my Nexus 7 and SmoothROM, and it still has those random background stutters, even though its performing fine. So maybe its something that Asus and Google can patch up.