Nexus 5

5starpool · 13-09-2013 10:41am

I don't like phone cases, and thankfully have never damaged any phone I've owned by dropping it, although too much glass would be asking for trouble. I like the back on my Galaxy Nexus, although that is like that as it is removable, which I guess the N5 won't be. I don't want cheap a plastic feel to it, but plastic does not mean it has to feel or look cheap imo.

Ivefoundgod · 13-09-2013 10:47am

I use a cover if I think i might be in a situation where I could damage my phone by dropping it etc. When I'm heading out basically. Otherwise I leave it as is. If the new Nexus is something like what the Moto X has been described as I wouldn't mind too much but if it feels like my S3 i'll be very disappointed.

Dman001 · 13-09-2013 1:44pm

I'm not sure what the story is with the GS3/4 or the Moto X, but with my experience with plastic phones is they are just as prone to breakages, cracks, scuffs and scratches just as much as a glass-based phone is prone to shattering when dropped. I know the likes of the One X had a pretty sturdy plastic back, so this may not always be the case. Anyway, personally if a manufacturer is not giving me access to a battery and/or memory card slot, I'd rather a glass or aluminium built device.

I'd also take the position that, regardless of what your phone is built of, if you're spending a few hundred on a device it should be put into a case regardless. The argument that a glass-based phone needs to be put into a case is redundant as every phone should be put into a case IMO.

Ivefoundgod · 13-09-2013 2:02pm

Dman001 wrote: »

I'm not sure what the story is with the GS3/4 or the Moto X, but with my experience with plastic phones is they are just as prone to breakages, cracks, scuffs and scratches just as much as a glass-based phone is prone to shattering when dropped. I know the likes of the One X had a pretty sturdy plastic back, so this may not always be the case. Anyway, personally if a manufacturer is not giving me access to a battery and/or memory card slot, I'd rather a glass or aluminium built device.

I'd also take the position that, regardless of what your phone is built of, if you're spending a few hundred on a device it should be put into a case regardless. The argument that a glass-based phone needs to be put into a case is redundant as every phone should be put into a case IMO.

The counter argument would be that a case ruins the aesthetics of the phone. A lot of people I know would rather show off their shiny iPhone or One than putting it in a case.

jester77 · 13-09-2013 2:10pm

Dman001 wrote: »

I'm not sure what the story is with the GS3/4 or the Moto X, but with my experience with plastic phones is they are just as prone to breakages, cracks, scuffs and scratches just as much as a glass-based phone is prone to shattering when dropped. I know the likes of the One X had a pretty sturdy plastic back, so this may not always be the case. Anyway, personally if a manufacturer is not giving me access to a battery and/or memory card slot, I'd rather a glass or aluminium built device.

I'd also take the position that, regardless of what your phone is built of, if you're spending a few hundred on a device it should be put into a case regardless. The argument that a glass-based phone needs to be put into a case is redundant as every phone should be put into a case IMO.

Cases just add unnecessary bulk. I've had glass phones since the iphone 4 was released a few years back and I never use a case. Haven't had any issues or cracks. I also don't pamper my phones which makes me wonder how other people look after theirs.

ZeitgeistGlee · 13-09-2013 2:15pm

Because even if people are reasonably careful with their phones it's always nice to have that extra level of assurance provided by a case in the event of an accident.

5starpool · 13-09-2013 2:24pm

I keep my phone in my pocket with my wallet, and keys/coins in the other front pocket. If I use a case it would be way too bulky with my wallet for comfort. I'm not against cases in principle as I have one on my tablet as it prevents scratching when packed in a bag, but I don't want a case on my phone. Thickness and lightness as well as general aesthetics are important for me, but I would have concerns for scratches on glass/aluminium backs that would not necessarily be the same on plastic, if it were the right type.

My Galaxy Nexus is in near perfect shape (touch wood) nearly 2 years on from purchase, fwiw.

Ivefoundgod · 13-09-2013 2:32pm

The back cover of my S3 is scratched in several places, plastic is just as prone to scratches/blemishes as glass or aluminium in my experience.

5starpool · 13-09-2013 2:41pm

Maybe, but it would irritate me less than scratched glass

I would prefer glass than cheap feeling plastic though.

Ivefoundgod · 13-09-2013 2:52pm

I think if the plastic is done well it can be fine, the Moto X looks like a good example of that. The Samsung does feel cheap though and I'd be hopeful the new Nexus is closer to the Moto X than any of the Samsung phones in feel.

Dman001 · 13-09-2013 5:41pm

jester77 wrote: »

Cases just add unnecessary bulk. I've had glass phones since the iphone 4 was released a few years back and I never use a case. Haven't had any issues or cracks. I also don't pamper my phones which makes me wonder how other people look after theirs.

I hate cases as much as the next person, they are bulky and usually hideous. But I'm happy to put up with it if it means it saves my screen from an accidental drop. Like I said, if you're paying so much for a new phone, as case is a must. That's my 2 Cents. I'm not convinced of the argument for plastic phones, or their durability over glass phones.

ZeitgeistGlee · 13-09-2013 7:23pm

5starpool wrote: »

I keep my phone in my pocket with my wallet, and keys/coins in the other front pocket. If I use a case it would be way too bulky with my wallet for comfort. I'm not against cases in principle as I have one on my tablet as it prevents scratching when packed in a bag, but I don't want a case on my phone. Thickness and lightness as well as general aesthetics are important for me, but I would have concerns for scratches on glass/aluminium backs that would not necessarily be the same on plastic, if it were the right type.

My Galaxy Nexus is in near perfect shape (touch wood) nearly 2 years on from purchase, fwiw.

Keep my phone and wallet (and change) in opposite pockets, don't really find there to be that much difference in size with a case than without. I'm generally pretty careful with my phone but drops have happened and I would much rather have to put up with the extra bulk than to have to replace the screen.

Then again I usually stick to leather flip cases which are both protective and aesthetically pleasing, can't understand people who only get a cover for the back and leave the front completely exposed, especially phones without toughened materials.

theroomisonfire · 14-09-2013 9:41am

Seems like it could be a 14th October launch date:

http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/506004/20130914/lg-nexus-5-android-kitkat-release-date.htm#.UjQgoT85pWI

ZeitgeistGlee · 14-09-2013 10:58am

Would be nice to have it by this time next month but I wouldn't put too much stock in IBTimes, they've been "reporting" on the Nexus 5 for months based on nothing but speculation and rumour.

cupthehand1 · 17-09-2013 3:42am

http://www.gsmarena.com/unannounced_lg_nexus_makes_another_unscheduled_appearance-news-6806.php

The plot thickens

youcancallmeal · 17-09-2013 8:25am

cupthehand1 wrote: »

The plot thickens

Quite the opposite I would have thought??

"The images of the handset above fall right in line with previous leaks."

Alpha Dog 1 · 17-09-2013 9:01am

cupthehand1 wrote: »

http://www.gsmarena.com/unannounced_lg_nexus_makes_another_unscheduled_appearance-news-6806.php

The plot thickens

Reminds me of last year when the phone was mistakenly left in a pub with a if found return to Google sticker.
End of October sounds about right, wonder what the prices will be.

Ivefoundgod · 17-09-2013 9:10am

According to what I read, the employee left it charging and went to the bathroom at which point the barman did the videos which is why he couldn't get past the lockscreen/pattern. Pretty crazy to think someone could be that silly to leave a phone like that unattended in a bar. Very similar to the iPhone 4 leak I suppose.

Not too keen on the design of the phone as of yet but I'll wait and see.

Technophobe · 17-09-2013 12:54pm

Ivefoundgod wrote: »

According to what I read, the employee left it charging and went to the bathroom at which point the barman did the videos which is why he couldn't get past the lockscreen/pattern. Pretty crazy to think someone could be that silly to leave a phone like that unattended in a bar. Very similar to the iPhone 4 leak I suppose.

Not too keen on the design of the phone as of yet but I'll wait and see.

battery must be sh1te so....:D

Maybe he left it there deliberately;) (if story is true...)

Uriel. · 17-09-2013 1:04pm

Technophobe wrote: »

battery must be sh1te so....:D

Maybe he left it there deliberately;) (if story is true...)

I am not overly impressed with the battery to be honest. I will reserve judgement until we see the alleged battery saving performance Android 4.4. Which I am skeptical about anyway...

I would say, the phone was left deliberately or else the entire thing is a staged story. Either way, most of Google's supposed leaks are purposely done.

god's toy · 17-09-2013 1:14pm

The Verge are reporting that the 16gb nexus 4 will no longer be sold on the US play store from Monday.

Looking good for the n5

ZeitgeistGlee · 17-09-2013 7:13pm

Seems the UK are sold out of 8GB Nexus 4s.

cupthehand1 · 18-09-2013 4:40am

https://twitter.com/2degreesmobile/status/380106309900587008

From the 2 Degrees mobile network in New Zealand

5starpool · 27-09-2013 2:37pm

I was just reading some of the articles about leaked benchmarks for the N5 which show it far ahead of the GS4, and also ahead of the LG G2, with slightly better scores than the 5S as well. Obviously all unofficial, but good to see that this will be a top end phone. Hopefully they will keep to the same level of pricing as well, although obviously that will mean it will be harder to get a hold of for a while.

http://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/nexus-5-smashes-galaxy-s4-in-leaked-benchmarks-1184107?src=rss&attr=all

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57604768-1/nexus-5-could-be-the-new-android-phone-to-beat/

http://bgr.com/2013/09/26/nexus-5-benchmark-tests-leak/

Mimikyu · 06-10-2013 2:52am

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god's toy · 06-10-2013 1:29pm

Captain Morgan wrote: »

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So anyone know how this device is looking for 4g LTE use over here?
wondering if it will work with 3.

errlloyd · 06-10-2013 1:49pm

Anyone able to predict the length of time between announcement and onsale.

The OH lost her HTC one last night in town (almost certainly stolen, as it was removed from bag with cash - small but visible crack in the top right hand corner of the screen if anyone sees it around).

She's uninsured and locked into contract, it seems a Nexus device is the cheapest way to continue enjoying a contract with a premium phone, but I'd like to wait until 5?

Nolimits · 06-10-2013 1:58pm

errlloyd wrote: »

Anyone able to predict the length of time between announcement and onsale.

The OH lost her HTC one last night in town (almost certainly stolen, as it was removed from bag with cash - small but visible crack in the top right hand corner of the screen if anyone sees it around).

She's uninsured and locked into contract, it seems a Nexus device is the cheapest way to continue enjoying a contract with a premium phone, but I'd like to wait until 5?

For the most part they come out early November, but it might be hard to get a hold of for a while.

Tinie · 06-10-2013 2:36pm

What price do we expect this to be?

What price was the nexus 4 when it was first released and was it released on the google play store as unlocked or was it only on contract from carriers first?

Skylinehead · 06-10-2013 3:13pm

Tinie wrote: »

What price do we expect this to be?

What price was the nexus 4 when it was first released and was it released on the google play store as unlocked or was it only on contract from carriers first?

It was never on contract, as far as I know. Always sim-free from Google.

Uriel. · 06-10-2013 6:50pm

Skylinehead wrote: »

It was never on contract, as far as I know. Always sim-free from Google.

Correct indeed

The galaxy nexus was available on carrier but came sim free.

Nexus 4 was only via play store. I'd be surprised if the 5 differed to be honest

EGriff · 06-10-2013 7:40pm

The N4 was available from carriers too though at a higher price. It was in the UK anyway, not sure if it ever made it over here.

Stuxnet · 07-10-2013 7:38am

S4 or N5.... #firstworldproblems !

projectgtr · 07-10-2013 5:42pm

Stuxnet wrote: »

S4 or N5.... #firstworldproblems !

all ill say is im dumping my S4 for a Nexus 5

Gokei · 07-10-2013 6:19pm

projectgtr wrote: »

all ill say is im dumping my S4 for a Nexus 5

Smaller form factor than n4 but bigger screen??
Sweeeeeet! Can't wait.
I put vanilla 4.3 onto my s2 just to try and get used to the nexus experience

07-10-2013 8:33pm

Gokei wrote: »

Smaller form factor than n4 but bigger screen??
Sweeeeeet! Can't wait.
I put vanilla 4.3 onto my s2 just to try and get used to the nexus experience

Are the dimensions confirmed? Is it really smaller than the Nexus 4?

*Edit:

Yes indeed it is..

god's toy · 07-10-2013 8:58pm

From what some sites are saying, they fill (pad out) info in the pdf files with stuff from the old pdf until the final draft. Also explains why it says DDR2 and Bluetooth 3 while also saying 800 CPU (that only uses DDR3.. I suppose as they could be lifted from the nexus 4
(hmm nexus 4 has bluetooth 4 if i'm not mistaken..)

They could of switched to a 16 x 9 not x 10 aspect ratio as with the current N4..

Gran Hermano · 07-10-2013 11:32pm

Some speculation that Google may continue with the Nexus 4 name and not call it the Nexus 5.
Similar to what they did with the Nexus 7.

Mimikyu · 08-10-2013 12:20am

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5starpool · 08-10-2013 11:25am

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They can't really go down the incremental naming route anyhow due to the N7 and N10. I think you might be right with that, and it might be N5 this year and then on until the next name change strategy, although I'd like some differentiation in all of them, even if it was the use of A, B, C etc for each iteration.

MBSnr · 08-10-2013 11:49am

5starpool wrote: »

They can't really go down the incremental naming route anyhow due to the N7 and N10. I think you might be right with that, and it might be N5 this year and then on until the next name change strategy, although I'd like some differentiation in all of them, even if it was the use of A, B, C etc for each iteration.

Also don't forget the Tyrell Corporation Nexus-6 models in Blade Runner... it *could* be a copyrighted name (or whatever the terminology is - intellectual property rights?) .... so we may never see one called that..

Fluffy88 · 08-10-2013 2:01pm

MBSnr wrote: »

Also don't forget the Tyrell Corporation Nexus-6 models in Blade Runner... it *could* be a copyrighted name (or whatever the terminology is - intellectual property rights?) .... so we may never see one called that..

I was thinking more along the lines of once Google get to Nexus 6 we are all doomed!!!

conzy · 08-10-2013 3:19pm

My poor HTC One X is on its last legs, running the latest radio but have terrible reception issues. I'd say it was dropped one too many times!

Have a serious hankering for a Z1 but I would love the stock android experience so I think I'm going to hold out for the Nexus 5

projectgtr · 08-10-2013 9:53pm

Im taking everything i hear with a pinch of salt but :eek::eek::eek::D:D:D

"PhoneArena reports the 16GB LG Nexus 5, with a 2,300mAh battery, will cost just $299 (£185). Meanwhile the 32GB model has a 3,000mAh battery and will cost $399 (£247)"

http://crave.cnet.co.uk/mobiles/google-nexus-5-rumoured-price-is-just-185-50012442/

god's toy · 08-10-2013 10:23pm

Hmm can't see them putting a 3000 battery in one model and 2300 in the other.
Still price sounds good but get the feeling it will be closer to 300 pounds for the 32gb

LOL but would love to be wrong

xtal191 · 09-10-2013 12:16am

More pricing rumours

http://www.gsmarena.com/nexus_5_release_date_and_price_leaked_out_of_japan-news-6935.php

Tinie · 09-10-2013 5:54am

xtal191 wrote: »

More pricing rumours

http://www.gsmarena.com/nexus_5_release_date_and_price_leaked_out_of_japan-news-6935.php

So I'd wager something like £349 for 16gb and £399 for 32gb?

adocholiday · 09-10-2013 12:16pm

My brother is going to New York for a trip in November. I'm hoping the nexus 5 will be out by then. Question: Will a phone bought over there work here? I'm thinking with the dollar and all it would work out at a fantastic deal if it will be compatible

projectgtr · 09-10-2013 1:01pm

adocholiday wrote: »

My brother is going to New York for a trip in November. I'm hoping the nexus 5 will be out by then. Question: Will a phone bought over there work here? I'm thinking with the dollar and all it would work out at a fantastic deal if it will be compatible

Be very careful I've been reading that there will be a EU model running a different band for 4G to the US version. On the other hand I'm taking everything with a pinch of salt but I'd keep an eye on it.

advertsfox · 09-10-2013 3:38pm

adocholiday wrote: »

My brother is going to New York for a trip in November. I'm hoping the nexus 5 will be out by then. Question: Will a phone bought over there work here? I'm thinking with the dollar and all it would work out at a fantastic deal if it will be compatible

Should be perfectly fine, see the spec from the leaked manual.

http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_nexus_5-5705.php

Nexus 5

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