*Official Galaxy Nexus Pre-Release speculation thread

ISASoilder · Dec 12, 2011

quiksilver169 said:
I had this same message last Wednesday and I've been eligible since August. Received it once before sometime in between those times too. I wouldn't read into it.

lol dont crush my hopes by the way were there any releases soon or close to receving that text mesg??

banden · Dec 12, 2011

ISASoilder said:
It saids : Free VZW Msg: Congratulations! Call 888..etc Now: you're eligible for a new phone! Call 888..etc! 2yr agm't req'd.

I typed it exactly as follows besides the numbers. Been elig for a while (June 15th) and again never got any type of text like this! THat 888 number is not listed as a sales or customer support number the VZW website !!

This is probably from an authorized retailer (not corp) who is working through a list of users eligible for upgrade.

BabyBlues · Dec 12, 2011

DarthSilentBob said:
Just tell them you have a vision problem. You can't see coming in.

It's called Anal Glaucoma

sorry boss, I just can't see my ass coming in

3vil · Dec 12, 2011

OT:

captenblack said:
Congrats! I really miss 1920x1200 laptop screens. Only Apple seems to have them now on their 17". If anyone out there knows current gen systems that still have 1920x1200, let me know!

Me too! i want a 1920x1200 (the proper computer resolution) 15" screen.

m1scr3ant · Dec 12, 2011

While on the phone with my most recent CSR he asked "Are you waiting for a specific phone?"
Me: "Yeah, a phone that you're not allowed to discuss. So unless you want to violate the gag order, just focus on the promo!"
CSR: *chuckle* "...yeah..."

I got a laugh out of it.

zedster · Dec 12, 2011

captenblack said:
Congrats! I really miss 1920x1200 laptop screens. Only Apple seems to have them now on their 17". If anyone out there knows current gen systems that still have 1920x1200, let me know!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graphic_display_resolutions#WUXGA_.281920.C3.971200.29

The dell E-series still has a WUXGA option, the 15.4 screen laptops do that, the move from 16:10 laptops to 16:9 (the same hd used on tvs) meant that most laptops moved to 15.6 instead of 15.4 and the 1080 HD screens

Ninjak · Dec 12, 2011

captenblack said:
Congrats! I really miss 1920x1200 laptop screens. Only Apple seems to have them now on their 17". If anyone out there knows current gen systems that still have 1920x1200, let me know!

OT:
Sadly, it's getting damned hard to find 1920x1200 even in full-blown monitors, let alone laptop panels. I'm holding onto my BenQ FP241W monitor for dear life since it has that resolution and is an MVA technology. (The reason 24"+ monitors got so cheap suddenly is everyone's been using low-quality TN screens with horrible viewing angles, but I digress...) Barring being able to find a current-gen laptop with 1920x1200, your next best bet might be trying to see if any of the panel manufacturers still make screens at that resolution which you could buy separately. You could get it installed to replace a stock 1080p one.

quiksilver169 · Dec 12, 2011

ISASoilder said:
lol dont crush my hopes by the way were there any releases soon or close to receving that text mesg??

Haha, sorry, Thursday it is...I hope

I don't remember if there was a release when I received the first one. Last week, nada.

Mach Droid · Dec 12, 2011

EarlyMon said:
What's done is done and it is what it is - I'm just saying, for moving forward...

Someone should delete that post to prevent future problems.

Stigy · Dec 12, 2011

Just got confirmation from my source as well. Got a text:

I'd plan to be at the Verizon store Thursday morning. I'll meet you there at 9.

The_Chief · Dec 12, 2011

EarlyMon said:
There's no way out of here, when you come in you're in for good
There was no promise made, the part you've played, the chance you took

I DO love me some David Gilmour!

nyg010 · Dec 12, 2011

I find it great how I just passed through an ad on this thread for depression and anxiety...I guess I should sign right up thanks to this release.

calpico · Dec 12, 2011

Hilbe said:
*611, pressed 0 immediately. Reason for call: Upgrade.

I said I'm calling about the midwest region (key!!) promotional discount on a 3G to 4G upgrade of $100. I was wondering if this can be applied to my account. She put me on mute for a minute as she looked up the promotion. She then found it and notated my account that I was approved for it (only can be applied at purchase). I inquired how the store rep would see the discount and she said the store sales person would have to check the notes on the account since they have access to the same system/notes she was composing.

I did the above yesterday, and redid it again today to verify it was noted. Worked first time both calls.

P.S. It apparently expires on 12/31.

Thank you so much!! Mentioning the midwest region really was the key! I tried calling a couple times the last few days without any success but after mentioning the midwest region, the csr found the promo right away. He got a little snippy at the end of our conversation because I didn't upgrade to a new phone right then and there. I didn't mind though, it's a small price to pay for $100 off! Thanks again!

batwings1 · Dec 12, 2011

Nothing new to add here but thought I would mention my corporate store near me is telling me that they still have no idea when it will be released. I would have thought that if it was this Thursday and they knew it, that they would have tried to hint something to me to get me to come back in.

I did get to mess around with the demo Nexus and I agree with what others have said, it is quite fast and is the perfect size. The rep also said that the extended battery barely adds any thickness. I'm more excited than ever.

EarlyMon · Dec 12, 2011

Mach Droid said:
Someone should delete that text to prevent future problems.

I already got the more recent ones when I posted that - the others have already been reposted a lot, so, I have to leave that to the OPs and hope others see the idea moving forward.

HanSolo · Dec 12, 2011

Yes!

The boss said I'm off Thursday!

I'll get to add my victory post before the thread's lockdown after all!!

scottg96 · Dec 12, 2011

Stigy said:
Just got confirmation from my source as well. Got a text:

If one didn't know any better that would sound like a drug deal or something

Well, I guess we are addicted to this phone...

ASC · Dec 12, 2011

HanSolo said:
Keep trying!

I spent 20 minutes with a CSR while he made calls, spoke to his supervisor, etc. and he couldn't find the promotion either.

Then I saw the code and I called back, talked to a girl, and she found it with the code in less than 2 minutes.

Code is CH4GE.

TY!

Kuzma823 · Dec 12, 2011

Just wanted to let anyone that is considering a case for their Nexus know that TPU cases has added a 'high gloss black' and 'high gloss smoke' style cases to their order page. I contacted the company and while they dont yet have pictures up of those cases they will be similar to the Samsung SII in color/finish so you can look at those for reference.

I was also told in the email that they have the other colors listed as well if anyone is interested in them. I would imagine you would have to email them about ordering the other colors since they are not yet on the order page.

Colors/Styles:
Matte Back Black
Matte Back Smoke
High Gloss Black
High Gloss Smoke
Smoke GlitterFlex
Pink GlitterFlex

Samsung Galaxy Nexus : TPU-CASES.COM, - All TPU Cases Shipped Free in the USA

Blazemstr · Dec 12, 2011

cggorman said:
looky what I just got via SMS from VZW

Linkfail, tho. It auto-detected my device as a G'Zone Commando. Lol!

That's ironic, but I also got the same text about the upgrade....I know I shouldn't read between the lines, but man I am grasping onto any thing that looks like hope.

BabyBlues · Dec 12, 2011

Kuzma823 said:
Just wanted to let anyone that is considering a case for their Nexus know that TPU cases has added a 'high gloss black' and 'high gloss smoke' style cases to their order page. I contacted the company and while they dont yet have pictures up of those cases they will be similar to the Samsung SII in color/finish so you can look at those for reference.

I was also told in the email that they have the other colors listed as well if anyone is interested in them. I would imagine you would have to email them about ordering the other colors since they are not yet on the order page.

Colors/Styles:
Matte Back Black
Matte Back Smoke
High Gloss Black
High Gloss Smoke
Smoke GlitterFlex
Pink GlitterFlex

Samsung Galaxy Nexus : TPU-CASES.COM, - All TPU Cases Shipped Free in the USA

I kinda want to see the glitter smoke one.

captenblack · Dec 12, 2011

OT:

Ninjak said:
OT:
Sadly, it's getting damned hard to find 1920x1200 even in full-blown monitors, let alone laptop panels. I'm holding onto my BenQ FP241W monitor for dear life since it has that resolution and is an MVA technology. (The reason 24"+ monitors got so cheap suddenly is everyone's been using low-quality TN screens with horrible viewing angles, but I digress...) Barring being able to find a current-gen laptop with 1920x1200, your next best bet might be trying to see if any of the panel manufacturers still make screens at that resolution which you could buy separately. You could get it installed to replace a stock 1080p one.

Nice idea, will consider that when my current laptops die. I have 2 1920x1200s still alive -- an HP (elitebook) and a Dell (precision). Got them both on closeout/refurb-type deals. Both work fine now but I know they won't last forever.

For desktop, I have a dell 1920x1200 right now and will be keeping an eye on the stock/availability of those resolutions going forward...

jimmypop13 · Dec 12, 2011

Three corporate stores are telling me to show up Thursday and the local radio shack is telling me to show up Wednesday. There still seems to be confusion on the date

calpico · Dec 12, 2011

scottg96 said:
And if you're eligible for an upgrade you get $30 off, and a mail-in rebate for $50 means you'll get this thing for $70! :O

What is this $50 rebate you speak of?

AppsRUs · Dec 12, 2011

I HELD IT!

It's...beautiful. ::tear:: Though it was a dummy model, it was just...wow. The look and feel of the phone is amazing. Guy at Radio Shack took my credentials down and would notify me when they arrived. Looks like I'll be taking my business there.

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