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post Apr 1 2012, 12:54 AM, updated 14y ago

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Galaxy Nexus
The latest flagship of the Nexus lineage
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Screen
• 4.65" HD (1280 X 720 pixels) Super AMOLED
• Contour Display (curved glass)
Dimension
• Size: 67.94 X 135.5 X 8.94
• Weight: 135g
Memory
• Storage: 16GB/32GB
• Memory:1GB RAM
Camera
• 5MP continuous auto focus w/ LED Flash
• 1.3MP Front
• Zero Shutter Lag
• Video Recording: 1080p back, 720p front
Connectivity
• GSM/HSPA+/3G/EDGE/GPRS
• WIFI a/b/g/n
• Bluetooth 3.0
• Micro USB
• NFC
Features
• Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0)
• 1.2GHz TI OMAP4460 dual core CPU
• Multicolored Notification LED
• Buttonless front w/ Hyper Skin back
• Accelerometer, Gyro, Compass, Proximity, Barometer



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Engadget
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Let's not beat around the bush. The Galaxy Nexus is definitely the best Android phone available today -- it's possibly even the best phone available today, period. Sure, it's not perfect -- we're disappointed that the camera doesn't deliver the same wow factor as the rest of the handset. It's an alright shooter, but it's just no match for the state-of-the-art. There's also room for improvement in terms of build and materials quality. Still, there's no denying the satisfying look and feel, the stunning display, the impressive performance, the excellent battery life -- the whole is far greater than the sum of its parts.
Full review here.


The Verge
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The Galaxy Nexus is the best Android phone ever made. It's one of the best smartphones ever made, and with a couple of minor tweaks (particularly to the camera), it could be the best smartphone ever produced.

Still, there's really not much to knock here. The hardware is elegant and smartly designed. The software is beautiful and useful. Google has cleaned up a lot of the bad, and replaced it with a serious amount of good. It's faster, smarter, and a lot more friendly than any of its predecessors. Ice Cream Sandwich easily gives iOS and Windows Phone a run for their money, and in many ways, it's a superior operating system than either of them. If there's a bone to pick, perhaps it's with the size, which could be off-putting to some, or the fact that right now the only carrier you can definitely get the phone on in the US will be Verizon. But those are minor blips on the radar, not show stoppers.

Since day one, I've been waiting for an Android device that lived up to the promise of such a powerful OS. I think I can stop waiting now.
Full review here.


AnandTech
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The Galaxy Nexus is so important again because it's the only time Google gets to dictate everything - the hardware, the software, and update timing. There's also the element of freedom, with unlockable hardware out of the box. I find myself wishing that Google had begun its adventure sticking it to the carriers with pentaband WCDMA support like this phone finally has, as that would've been much more successful than the practice of releasing a few different Nexus variants with different bands.

As far as Ice Cream Sandwich is concerned, it really is Android perfected. Everything is smoother, faster and nearly all of our issues with the OS have been addressed. ICS brings Android into 2012 and gives Google a great platform to begin to introduce new features going forward. Android is now very close to UI performance parity with iOS, which eliminates a major tradeoff you had to make in the past. If you were hoping for ICS to be iOS with a Google logo on it, you'll be sorely disappointed. However if you're a fan of Android and just wished it were smoother and more polished, Ice Cream Sandwich is what you've been waiting for.
Full review here.


SlashGear
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Make no mistake, this is the best Android phone around today. It’s impossible to divorce Samsung’s hardware from the Ice Cream Sandwich experience, for the moment at least. That may change as more manufactures offer Android 4.0 phones, but for now it’s tough to think of going back to a Gingerbread or earlier device. ICS’ finessed software works beautifully with Samsung’s hardware and – with the exception of the camera, perhaps, which can be a minor blot on the Galaxy Nexus’ score sheet – the sum of the two parts is massively compelling.
Full review here.


BGR
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While there were some hardware complaints, and even though Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich isn’t the most intuitive or user friendly operating system, it’s absolutely one of the most powerful. Android 4.0 is coupled with the best smartphone Samsung has ever produced and easily leapfrogs any other competitor’s device.

Unfortunately in the Android world, this hardly lasts a long time, and as we have started to see in various leaks, there’s going to be some serious competition for the best Android smartphone in the world over the next few months. For now, though, this marriage of hardware and software, under Google and Samsung’s direction, is an absolute winner.
Full review here.


Android Central
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Personally, I’ve already been taken in by the Galaxy Nexus’s charms, and have been thoroughly spoiled in the process. It’s the most impressive smartphone I’ve ever used, and after just a few days, older versions of Android already feel ... well, old. Many other phones will get a taste of Android 4.0 in early 2012, but make no mistake, the Galaxy Nexus is the device that ICS was meant to be used on. The sheer speed of the hardware and software, combined with the slickness and beauty of the new stock Android UI makes the device a joy to use.
Full review here.


Mobile Syrup
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The Galaxy Nexus is the best Android device ever because it’s the best all-round Android phone. Not only is the design almost flawless but the screen is sharp, the camera capable and the software  a huge leap forward. Considering it will have a software lead of at least three to four months on any new device being released with ICS, for many people it is reason enough to upgrade. Ice Cream Sandwich is the biggest leap in smartphone operating systems since perhaps iOS 2 to iOS 3 (or maybe iOS 4 to iOS 5, we can’t decide) but it fundamentally alters the way Android users interact with their phones.
Full review here.


Mashable
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Beyond those gimmicks that don’t work as well in the real world as they do on television commercials, Ice Cream Sandwich’s main claim to fame is that it’s a more-polished version of Android — it’s easier to use and more aesthetically pleasing than any of its predecessors. Bravo, Google — I’m looking forward to further refinements of Android, and if this leap forward is any indication, the world’s most popular smartphone operating system has even brighter days ahead.

Couple that with this gorgeous and subtly curved handset, and you have yourself a winner. The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is by far the best Android phone I’ve seen yet.
Full review here.


IntoMobile
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In a nutshell, the Galaxy Nexus is the best phone I've ever touched before. This is easy to say for a couple of reasons. Up until the Galaxy Nexus, my hands-down favorite phone was the Galaxy S II (specifically the Sprint and international versions) and the Galaxy Nexus is rather similar when it comes to in-hand feel and build quality. That said, the Galaxy Nexus goes above and beyond with a modern and sexy design that makes you feel like you're holding the future in your hand.
Full review here.



AndroidGuys
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Based on the above definitions you wouldn’t think that Samsung’s Galaxy Nexus (SGN) is actually a culmination of anything good, particularly in the way of an Android phone.  Literally, the name alone would indicate that you would have a billion stars connected together.  But you would be wrong.  The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is the best smartphone on the market today - bar none.
Full review here.


IGN
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The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is the most exciting Android device I’ve had an opportunity to review. Not only does it feature an exceptional design by Samsung and an impressive list of specs, but it’s also the first device to utilize the newest version of Google’s mobile OS, Android 4.0.

It is, without a doubt, the best Android smartphone of the year.

9.5/10
"Amazing"
Full review here.



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QUOTE(Harddisk @ Apr 1 2012, 12:50 PM)
After reinstalled my Windows XP and latest Samsung USB driver. Now I can't see my phone listed in Explorer as MTP. I can see from adb devices though. Any advise? Wanna bulk transfer files from my phone gallery.
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I'm not sure about Windows XP MTP issue, I googled and this is what I get

apparently someone has the same problem.

Actually if you have Wifi connection, you can use bulk transfer the files wirelessly, using Wifi Explorer Pro or AirDroid.
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post Apr 1 2012, 04:48 PM

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QUOTE(supReme_87 @ Apr 1 2012, 04:44 PM)
4.0.4 rom still unstable yet, now got leaked Jellybean rom ka?  sweat.gif

Jellybean 5.0.0
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Today is first of April... just saying. tongue.gif
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post Apr 2 2012, 11:04 AM

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QUOTE(MrAvatar @ Apr 2 2012, 10:10 AM)
dear sifus, if i dint root, how to i update the android version to 4.0.3?
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no 4.0.3, will have to wait 4.0.4, which should be soon, considering the source code is out
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QUOTE(monked @ Apr 2 2012, 11:25 AM)
please be a april fools joke  sad.gif
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unless this is posted outside of April Fool, I'll not even believe it. laugh.gif


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QUOTE(ciwek90 @ Apr 2 2012, 02:50 PM)
I just read few page back that GNex might be slow of getting JB. Is it true or just troll? Main reason is to get latest update from google. Thinking to buy this phone but still confuse whether to choose this or htc one x as the rrp is same. Someone please enlighten me. Thanks!  notworthy.gif
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the rumor is posted on April 1st. Although there is a chance that it might be a legit rumor, but chances are its a joke.
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hmm, any idea what kinds of apps you can put in the navigation bar?


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QUOTE(springfall @ Apr 4 2012, 06:51 PM)
any1 on liquid 1.25, can try this out, check if u getting the same image. save be4 procedinng
Brightness 100%
set ur colour
R-0.684611291
G-0.6437847623
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G24
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u would see very very nice dark black and white white.
however... lower ur brightness and tell me u see what...
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actually you should always set the brightness to 50% when setting color profile
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post Apr 4 2012, 11:12 PM

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QUOTE(djlah @ Apr 4 2012, 11:09 PM)
no no no. not task killer.
I just enable long press back key option. sometimes want to quit some app/game faster, just long press back key.

@springfall
all apps put into system directory also won't help. still can kill by long press back key.
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there is a mod in the front page called bulletproof homescreen, you can try that out, or try out what droid13579 says
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post Apr 5 2012, 03:14 PM

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QUOTE(droid13579 @ Apr 5 2012, 01:58 PM)
Cafeteria Nipponica out! yay~~
Time to play~
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QUOTE(djlah @ Apr 5 2012, 04:03 PM)
hi all,
just want to verify, beside stock ringtones; will your short ringtones repeat ring before answer?
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I read about this before, you will need to convert the mp3 file to ogg and then edit the file to enable the looping. try google it biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(stormaker @ Apr 5 2012, 08:16 PM)
Sorry for the confusion, my bad. Actually i meant that the custom mp3 ringtone its now able to repeat  itself without the help from the app on my stock 4.0.4. The last time i tested i think im still on 4.0.2.


Added on April 5, 2012, 8:24 pm
A full rom update/image file can update any version to 4.0.4
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so the issue is solved when updated to 4.0.4? sure the app is not installed?
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QUOTE(rattan @ Apr 6 2012, 03:40 PM)
Anyone here on maxis and get H+ data coverage on their galnex ?
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H is not HSPA+ right?
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QUOTE(Harddisk @ Apr 6 2012, 05:34 PM)
So far so good. Still less than 24hours.

Wait until I report back after I went Chili's @ Citta Mall. That's the black area for U mobile if phone doesn't support H+.

I guess it's only fair if I posted my screen cap too. smile.gif
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How do you read those signal strength?
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I'm guessing mine isn't hspa+?

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QUOTE(Harddisk @ Apr 6 2012, 07:27 PM)
Just a matter of finding the most compatible connectivity with your carrier.

I was facing signal issue with my KK6 (ICF53L, 4.0.2) in Chili's @ Citta Mall, no signal at all. Performed like my Galaxy S. Then flashed to Docomo's baseband (DOMLA something), and I can get signal there, though it's not showing HSDPA la, but it works. Though I was expecting H+ connection there.


Added on April 6, 2012, 7:28 pm
mikeee's was showing HSDPA.P something. So we need that to get into H+ zones....

Move it! Move it! biggrin.gif
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so it depends on area that you're in?

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