*Official Galaxy Nexus Pre-Release speculation thread

COHusker · Dec 7, 2011

zebug said:
On the bright side, 75,000 posts is just about a guarantee now......do I hear 100,000?

January 5th release (it's a Thursday, that's how I came up with the date

). We'll easily reach 120,000.

vandyman · Dec 7, 2011

What is the percentage of LTE coverage in the US, about 15%?

I will not get LTE until they land the first man on Mars.
So give me the damn phone, I do not care if LTE works or not.

Besides I think the LTE rumors are all BS anyway. :eek:

Asterdroid · Dec 7, 2011

HanSolo said:
fify

I used to think that until I played WoW

generic username · Dec 7, 2011

truelove79 said:
I like to consider myself a realist, not a pessimist. I know how the corporate world works, especially Verizon. They don't care about us, just their bottom line.

If that's true, what's wrong with that. Corporations are in business to make profits.

Also, if the delay is due primarily to help sell other phones, what's wrong with that if that motive meets VZ's overall objective to make more profits? In other words, why should our general impatience outweigh corporate objectives?

bxojr · Dec 7, 2011

eibook said:
That is a bunch of speculation on your part.

Nope, no speculation whatsoever. Samsung and Google announced the Galaxy Nexus, very publicly, without first securing a commitment from Verizon for a launch. No part of that is speculative.

It doesn't matter what was going on with Verizon -- maybe they've been fixing bugs, maybe they've been trying to work out their release schedule, maybe the dog ate their homework. The point is, Verizon wasn't ready to release, but Samsung and Google announced anyway. And ever since then, people have been blaming Verizon for "delays," when Verizon never said they were ready to begin with.

Grendil · Dec 7, 2011

I am a little confused, why do people who seem to need a new phone, keep mentioning a tablet....can it fit in a pocket....can it make calls using Verizon's voice network?

Starbuckpga · Dec 7, 2011

HanSolo said:
Agreed. I'm getting sick of this to the point that if it comes out any time after this weekend, I'm going to just wait and see what the Transformer Prime is like in person before I make a decision. I can afford both, but I can't buy both (the wife) if I want to go on vacation next month.

I'll probably wait until AT&T comes out with an HD screen on something, then I'll jump. They've got great 4G in Chicago.

Totally feel the same way you do. More than likely I'll go back to the iPhone 5 when it's released next year. Currently using the 4S, but like the bigger screen size. Hoping the iPhone 5 is around the 4" mark which is what I think it will be and is an ideal size.

truelove79 · Dec 7, 2011

HanSolo said:
Ugh. My desire for this phone is waning.

Not mine, I always assumed it wouldn't release until the end of December. Even in January, to me, it will still be THE phone to have. It's a Nexus phone. It's not about specs.

mfecik · Dec 7, 2011

tdub88 said:
Where's the gentleman that owns the VZW store? Hopefully he will have the scoop.

Has he checked in w/ any info yet? I can't keep up.

I was just thinking about that. What about the guy who said he would mail out phones to people so that they got them on Friday?

MSUgEEk · Dec 7, 2011

EarlyMon said:
Probably a swypo.

Haha, I see what you did there

nice

Garland06 · Dec 7, 2011

Changing the subject. Testman is not working for me. Anyone else?

Also, not sure if it was mentioned, but when you search for 5801.... 0 accessories now come up

EDIT: Testman working now

wyggles · Dec 7, 2011

EarlyMon said:
Probably a swypo.

Nope, i'm on a pc with a keyboard and everything.

BabyBlues · Dec 7, 2011

Grendil said:
I am a little confused, why do people who seem to need a new phone, keep mentioning a tablet....can it fit in a pocket....can it make calls using Verizon's voice network?

Because it had awesome specs and there was, initially, a solid release date on it

benb007 · Dec 7, 2011

benne13 said:
Seriously guys, all that hate with Verizon delaying a phone that was "never" given an official launch date is getting over the top. It's obvious that this phone is having major bug issues on Verizon network thus the "delayed announcement" of a release date. It has nothing to do with trying to generate more RAZR or Rezound sales, but rather to make sure a new OS (ICS) works with their network. We already heard about two issues (Volume and now possible USB) if Big Red released this phone on 11/17 with all those glaring issues everyone would be mad when the Apple fanboys come online and make fun of your flagship bug filled device.

Just be patience and let the process work itself out.

While I can see you point, I wish people would stop denying that an official launch date was issued yesterday. It was official and that's that. These weren't rumors or leaks or anything like that. Verizon employees across the country were officially provided with launch dates and permitted to communicate those dates to their customers. These are representative of the company, just like any other representative and they were backed by Verizon to start the sales process (i.e. reserve phone, make appointments, ect.). Even if it was a computer glitch, Verizon has now made an official misstatement to it's customers and they should at least step up to the plate and admit their error.

durangojim · Dec 7, 2011

HanSolo said:
Agreed. I'm getting sick of this to the point that if it comes out any time after this weekend, I'm going to just wait and see what the Transformer Prime is like in person before I make a decision. I can afford both, but I can't buy both (the wife) if I want to go on vacation next month.

I'll probably wait until AT&T comes out with an HD screen on something, then I'll jump. They've got great 4G in Chicago.

They already have with the LG phone they introduced this past Sunday. LTE, HD IPS screen. Supposed to be pretty nice, might want to check it out.

nexustlc · Dec 7, 2011

I just got a call from my local Verizon store, non corporate and he told me they are getting their phones tomorrow and I could pick mine up Friday.

brhermon · Dec 7, 2011

I felt this was worth re-quoting in case someone missed it.

esmith818 said:
I'm as frustrated as the rest of you that this phone is possibly being delayed yet again. But let's put this in perspective. There are kids who will go to bed hungry tonight and have no reason to be excited about the holidays.

Take a break from hating on Verizon and do something nice for someone else today. It will feel great to finally have this phone in hand, but in the meantime, knowing you made some kid's eyes light up on Christmas morning will be even better...

red66charger · Dec 7, 2011

If this "delay" is true I'll be very disappointed, but I feel more like laughing hysterically than screaming angrily. I can't believe the apparent failure to seemlessly deliver this high profile product to market. It really gives the impression of incompetence across the board.

But, I'm more upset about the flow of information or lack thereof. VZW was quick to jump on the bad PR they received over the Google Wallet flap recently. They realize "we" are out here in the dark, yet they say nothing. This bothers me most.

moondrius · Dec 7, 2011

HanSolo said:
Agreed. I'm getting sick of this to the point that if it comes out any time after this weekend, I'm going to just wait and see what the Transformer Prime is like in person before I make a decision. I can afford both, but I can't buy both (the wife) if I want to go on vacation next month.

I'll probably wait until AT&T comes out with an HD screen on something, then I'll jump. They've got great 4G in Chicago.

ATT just released the LG Nitro with a 720p ips display and lte.

Crashumbc · Dec 7, 2011

mfecik said:
I was just thinking about that. What about the guy who said he would mail out phones to people so that they got them on Friday?

If your talking about "abbey" turned out "he/she" was telling a little white lie

Folks should keep that in mind, we are dealing in general with salespeople. I don't think I've EVER met a completely honest one. (feel free to use any variation of your favorite lawyer joke)

longball10 · Dec 7, 2011

How is a delay a delay when there wasnt an announcement?

civicsisedan · Dec 7, 2011

49er said:
So it has a kickstand? Any chance we could get some pics outside the box when you get a chance.....this sounds interesting.

Not really a kickstand. More like a piece you can rest lean the phone on...
like a cheap dock.
I can get pics but not til later. Not by case anymore.

Options · Dec 7, 2011

SamMax said:
You will get 32GB and between T-Mobile & Verizon there is no comparison.

Thank you for the response.
Judging by the posts today, if T-Mobile is so much worse than Verizon, they must be really, really bad.

I guess I may just wait a little while and see what happens. The cost difference is rather large.

Galaxy Nexus on Verizon:
450minutes+1000 texts+ 4gb data=39.99+10+30+taxes=about $90, times 24 months=
$2,160+$299 for the phone is a total of $2,459

Galaxy Nexus unlocked on T-Mobile=
$30 per month times 24 months+$730 for the phone = $1,450

Is Verizon $1000 better than T-Mobile?

(Not that it is worth anything, but I really do feel bad for all of you, I am not even their target audience and I was excited about this phone, but with the delays and lack of information I can see how frustrating this is.)

darejer · Dec 7, 2011

truelove79 said:
Not mine, I always assumed it wouldn't release until the end of December. Even in January, to me, it will still be THE phone to have. It's a Nexus phone. It's not about specs.

Truelove... I was ready to beat you down yesterday with all of the negativity. Couldn't believe that you wouldn't accept all of the rumors and intell about 12/9. My apologies... you were correct to doubt anything until we actually see phones exchanged for money.

tpags · Dec 7, 2011

Just got off the phone with the corp. store I have an appointment for on Friday and she said Friday is still a go. I asked if she heard anything about it getting delayed, and she said she hasn't heard anything and told me they have stock and I have my name on one for Friday.

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