Galaxy Nexus Watering Hole

[akellar]

One strange thing I noticed on my new GNex (nice saying that) is that every time I download an app from the market it places the icon for the app onto the home screen. This was before I upgraded ICS so maybe its fixed now or, maybe there is a setting for that somewhere.
I hope that the watering hole sees some action, although I am sure it will be no where as busy as the epic thread.

If I remember right there's a setting for that in the market app.

 

[Stigy]

So facebook Timeline in the actual Facebook app now -- pretty sweet.

 

[RazorSharp]

I'm glad they had enough to go around at downtown xing. I was worried for the people in the back when a bunch showed up around 7:45. I think the yellow spot up front in that pic is probably me. I ended up being 5th a little before 7:30. The first two guys in line got there at 6:20! (think they overshot a bit with that one).

Cool! Yeah, I got there around 7:55, was quite surprised to see so many people. Looks like the TheDroidGuy story got my picture from the Phandroid story, which did give me proper credit. All good.

More links:

Please share your Verizon Galaxy Nexus launch stories | Android and Me

Things to do once you get your Galaxy Nexus | Android Central

The Web in 2012: Five predictions, starting with IE10 | Deep Tech - CNET News

Be careful everyone!
Over $1 Million Stolen from Android Users in 2011 | BriefMobile

 

[abert78160]

Hey everyone. I didn't post a whole lot in the mega thread but needed a new one to check all the time. Been playing with my phone all day. It's my first smart phone!

 

[The_Chief]

WHOOT WHOOT

Got me a Nexus!

Not having a MENU button is going to be a steep learning curve... but WOW what a gorgeous phone!

 

[BabyBlues]

I hate conversation view in gmail

 

[RazorSharp]

Gahhhh so many links:

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Review | CNET

Sega Releases Sonic CD For Android | Android Police

Grand Theft Auto III now on sale in the Android Market and iTunes App Store | The Verge

All New Zenonia 4 Images Revealed – Bright, Beautiful, Hand-Drawn HD Graphics | Phandroid

For those who want to root:
Factory Images Released for Verizon Galaxy Nexus [ITL41D] – Droid Life

 

[Stigy]

I hate conversation view in gmail

I actually really like it to be honest.

 

[Shades.549]

If I remember right there's a setting for that in the market app.

You are correct, it is a setting. I probably knew that at one time since I didn't have the issue on my OG Droid so must have set it at one time.

 

[stgmngr210]

Hi Everyone!
I haven't got my Nexus *yet* (had to pay the pesky mortgage...the kids are SO particular about having a roof over their heads....). But....tomorrow is PAYDAY!!!
Hope I'm still allowed to play here until I officially have one!

 

[BabyBlues]

Hi Everyone!
I haven't got my Nexus *yet* (had to pay the pesky mortgage...the kids are SO particular about having a roof over their heads....). But....tomorrow is PAYDAY!!!
Hope I'm still allowed to play here until I officially have one!

Of course you are!

 

[tpags]

So what is the correct way to charge this to get the most out of the battery. Should you completely drain it the first time and then let it fully charge or does it really not matter?

 

[BabyBlues]

I actually really like it to be honest.

That's why we all love android. I fixed it. I am syncing through the android mail rather than gmail

 

[DizzyMP]

I had to order mine online from Big Red. Here's to hoping it doesn't take more than a day... lol

 

[Stigy]

So what is the correct way to charge this to get the most out of the battery. Should you completely drain it the first time and then let it fully charge or does it really not matter?

Honestly just use it -- no need to really calibrate batteries these days AFAIK.

Mine has been on charger since I bought it but I have been using it and took it off a few times. Nothing I can do about it -- people wanna see it.

 

[IndecisiveElle]

I'm having a little bit of trouble adjusting to ICS so far... Plus I can't get my backed-up texts to load! Ugh!

 

[BlueBiker]

Hi everybody, my name is BlueBiker and I've gone... (1) hour since checking the prerelease thread.

 

[brhermon]

Hello to all!! Crazy as it seems... I feel as If I've made some friends over at the pre-release thread (or at least I see the cool ppl and hope to be one of them someday haha. Hans, Steven, BB and the many more!)

Got my Nexus this morning and couldn't be happier!

Three tips for us Nexus Newbies....

*228 no longer works. Instead, (per VZ Tech Support)

1. Power off the phone.
2. Pull the sim card, then re-install it.
3. Power up the phone.

This is essentially the same thing as updating your roaming capabilities

Second, I'm not totally confident in the *#*#4636#*#* trick to disable 4g (if you're like me and don't live in 4g coverage and want to save battery). I tried it but there's no LTE mention. I tried a couple settings but they seemed to disable data or the phone entirely. In the end I stuck with the default. Anybody got any advice on this front?

Lastly, The verdict isn't finally out on this one but... for those of you who are OG droid converts... The Nexus charger puts out 1000ma of power. The charger that came with the OG puts out 950ma. Also if you have the car charger (SPN5400A) it also outputs 950ma. So I figure it should work with the Nexus just fine. If I'm wrong somebody speak up. I'll be back later to report my experience after I've given it some time to test.

Looking forward to all the Nexus fun!

 

[tpags]

Hi everybody, my name is BlueBiker and I've gone... (1) hour since checking the prerelease thread.

crowd replies: "Hi Blue Biker!"

 

[BabyBlues]

I'm having a little bit of trouble adjusting to ICS so far... Plus I can't get my backed-up texts to load! Ugh!

I keep hitting the wrong button. Lol. It's gonna take a little while.

 

[Stigy]

Second, I'm not totally confident in the *#*#4636#*#* trick to disable 4g (if you're like me and don't live in 4g coverage and want to save battery). I tried it but there's no LTE mention. I tried a couple settings but they seemed to disable data or the phone entirely. In the end I stuck with the default. Anybody got any advice on this front?


Looking forward to all the Nexus fun!

Settings > (Wireless and Networks) More > Mobile networks > Network Mode

That lets you choose between LTE & CDMA (4G and 3G).

 

[RazorSharp]

I'm not totally confident in the *#*#4636#*#* trick to disable 4g (if you're like me and don't live in 4g coverage and want to save battery). I tried it but there's no LTE mention. I tried a couple settings but they seemed to disable data or the phone entirely. In the end I stuck with the default. Anybody got any advice on this front?

Go to the settings menu and hit "More.." under the Wireless & Networks list. Choose "Mobile networks" at the bottom. Next, choose "Network Mode" and pick "CDMA" in the menu that pops up. This will restrict your phone to only 3G bands, and prevent it from trying to connect to the LTE band.

EDIT: Ninja'd. Damn you Stigy...

Hey, is this the first ninja of the watering hole thread??

 

[BlueBiker]

Hey all!!!! Got the Sonogram done today!!!!
The HB is 182BPM and my wife is 9 weeks and 4 days along, with a estimated delivery date of 7/14/2011. I cant wait Heres the best pic Im soooo relieved its only 1 and its in great health If you look suuuuuper close you can make out the eye area and the nose



Im hoping for a Girl:

Lily Marie-Elizabeth

if its a boy:

Aiden Matthew

Congrats altimax, wishing you a very happy & healthy!

crowd replies: "Hi Blue Biker!"

LOL, thx. Good to see so many fellow addicts here.

 

[nexustlc]

I was having withdrawals, but I'm better now

 

[Stigy]

Go to the settings menu and hit "More.." under the Wireless & Networks list. Choose "Mobile networks" at the bottom. Next, choose "Network Mode" and pick "CDMA" in the menu that pops up. This will restrict your phone to only 3G bands, and prevent it from trying to connect to the LTE band.

EDIT: Ninja'd. Damn you Stigy...

Hey, is this the first ninja of the watering hole thread??

And it still feels good.