Google is really so close to perfecting the Nexus as a smartphone. Nexus 5 is a huge improvement over Nexus 4, and the obvious upgrade for Nexus 4 users, it just still needs a few refinements before I can comfortably recommend it to normal smartphone shoppers. For enthusiasts seeking the device that will get Android updates first, or shoppers looking for optimal value, the Nexus 5 is a definite buy.
The Nexus 5 is an excellent phone in many ways. It's solidly built and feels great to use. It's got serious processing power which means it can handle pretty much anything you throw at it. The phone has an absolutely gorgeous display. The KitKat update is polished and refined, and cements my belief that not only is Android leading the charge in mobile OSs from a functionality and user interface standpoint, but from a design standpoint as well.
A phone like the Nexus 5 would get our blessing even at a higher price, but the fact that you can buy it for as low as $350 makes it that much sweeter. We can't point our finger at any one feature that was clearly the victim of cost-cutting, with battery life being the only possible exception. And even that's somewhat of an improvement over last year's Nexus 4. We love the high-res display, overall performance and the enhancements brought to us by Android KitKat. Most of the problems we saw in the Nexus 4 have been addressed here. All told, we can think of very few things we find fault with.
Nexus 5 is the best Nexus device to date and it has rocking specs, hardware and display all for a great price. Unlike the Nexus 4, this version features LTE connectivity, something users have been clamoring for for a while now. The Nexus phone, which used to be a developer-only device, has become a consumer brand upon itself. The Nexus 5 a fine device that is worthy of the buzz we have witnessed in the last few months. As Google intends for it to be, the Nexus 5, sets the bar for other Android devices to follow.
The Nexus 5 is very much like that person at the gym who wears an oversized t-shirt to hide the results they’ve been working hard on for some time. There are other smartphones that might be bigger, badder, and better looking, but regardless of that, the Nexus 5 is a humble little fella that doesn’t feel obligated to “show off.” Instead, its modest approach and one-of-a-kind pricing is an effective combination that shows us that it’s a force to be reckoned with.
This post has been edited by phantomash: Dec 6 2013, 12:30 AM
Black vs White • Earpiece color: black vs white • Side finish: matte vs glossy • Back finish: soft-touch vs regular matte [MKBHD video comparison]
D820 vs D821 • D820 is US set; D821 is international set ==================== • D820 supported connections GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz CDMA: Band Class: 0/1/10 WCDMA: Bands: 1/2/4/5/6/8/19 LTE: Bands: 1/2/4/5/17/19/25/26/41 • D821 supported connections GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz WCDMA: Bands: 1/2/4/5/6/8 LTE: Bands: 1/3/5/7/8/20 ==================== • D820 will work with local SIM • D820 does NOT work with Singapore and Malaysia LTE; only works with 3G. • D821 will work with both Singapore and Malaysia LTE
ETA to Malaysia Still unknown
Current price 16GB at 1499 32GB at 1750
GST refund on Australian set Please refer to [this post] by tanjinjack
This post has been edited by phantomash: Dec 12 2013, 02:49 AM
Q: "When will Nexus 5 reach Malaysia?" A: Unknown yet.
thanks, added!
QUOTE(Tsukiyomi001 @ Nov 8 2013, 01:01 AM)
wonderful job, TS
for the headers, ie FAQ, Features, Directory etc maybe using a bright colour will make them easier to notice, as eventually the info will expand until it becomes a wall of text, or maybe a spoiler will do
thanks man. I'll add some of those that are interesting and full featured ones.
QUOTE(NightFelix @ Nov 8 2013, 01:16 AM)
Hi guys! Reporting in here now.
Back to the previous thread talking about the droptest thing, I think that why Nexus 5 will just crack like that or Nexus 4 whatever you like.
If I'm not mistaken, the Nexus 4 previously using the Zero Gap Technology which makes your fingers almost touch to the screen thing. So I assume the Nexus 5 would be same? No?
310k batch here. no complain on screen, camera, and speaker volume level just acceptable level, not really as loud as other flagship. just tested make a call so far from handfree, sound good. will try listen to music via headphone when free.
read through this thread, the sound quality through earphones seems great.
i'm living in a hostel. everynight i will charge my phone beside my bed with my laptop and everything. same happen to all my friend in the room. but last night when i woke up around 4. i can't found my phone. all my friends's phone and laptop is still there. the only thing missing is my phone. i talked to the warden and he has done spotcheck but i don't think we gonna find unless the thief turn on the phone and connected it to the internet. the only thing i can hope is that. almost every five minutes i'm checking android device manager hoping the thief will slip up and connect to the internet.
Nov 7 2013, 11:34 PM, updated 12y ago
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I'll add some of those that are interesting and full featured ones.
feeling itchy to design a new thread.
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