I've noticed the same questions get asked over and over again, so I thought a main post with the answers to the most common questions would be helpful.
1. Should I buy the Nexus 7?
Hell to the yes.
2. Will I still get the $25 credit if I didn't order from the Play Store?
Yes, you will. It is not dependent on what store you ordered it from. The first account that is logged in to the Nexus will be credited the money. I cannot confirm how long this promotion will last, or whether or not it will only be given to people who preordered.
3. When will I receive my Nexus 7?
GameStop has officially released the Nexus 7 to those who preordered with them. Google Play orders also started shipping as of July 13th. Ebuyer shipments have been released as well in the UK.
4. Does the Nexus 7 support MHL?
No, as confirmed by Engadget.
5. Does the Nexus 7 support USB-OTG?
Yes, but unfortunately mounting USB storage natively is not supported. However, it is possible with a root. It does support USB-to-Ethernet and most keyboards/mice will work.
6. Are there any serious problems/defects with the Nexus 7?
Members have confirmed that some Nexus' have a flickering problem, especially when using Chrome, or with a white/gray color on the screen. Also, as confirmed by Android Police, there is a problem with ghosting, or image retention, but some have suggested that this is normal behavior for an IPS display. However, Google and Asus have not been able to recreate these issues independently, which suggests that these issues may only affect pre-production units from Google I/O and review units.
7. Does the Nexus 7's home screen rotate? Does the Nexus 7 have Tablet UI?
No, the home screen on the Nexus 7 does not natively rotate to landscape orientation as on past tablets with Honeycomb and ICS. It uses the more traditional Phone UI, with the pull-down notification tray. However, members have confirmed that with a root it is possible to change the DPI to 170 or 160, which allows the homescreen to rotate into landscape orientation, and also brings on a more Hybrid UI, which allows some elements of the UI run in tablet mode, but not all. (Thanks to nerfman100 for clarification)
8. Does the Nexus 7/Jelly Bean/Chrome support Flash?
Officially, Jelly Bean is not a supported OS by Adobe, and Flash will be taken off of the Play Store on August 15th. This in turn means that the Nexus 7 is not does not officially support Flash. However, many members have confirmed that Flash does work fine when installed on the Nexus 7, but bugs will be expected. Chrome, the default browser, does not support Flash.
9. Can I still cancel my preorder of the Nexus 7?
If you ordered from the Play Store, Google has confirmed that it is too late in the process for most to cancel the order, and will have to reject the package on arrival if they want a refund. It has been suggested that this is only for people who ordered prior to July 1st, but this cannot be confirmed. Most other retailers are allowing cancellations at this point.
10. Are there any good deals on the Nexus 7?
Some online, out of state retailers such as B&H and J&R are selling the Nexus 7 with little to no shipping and no tax. Your order can also be combined with coupons for these companies. If you would like to save on shipping and be able to turn in old games and electronics for credit, ordering from a local GameStop is recommended.
11. Can I buy the 8GB version anywhere other than the Play Store?
No, the 8GB Nexus 7 is a Play Store exclusive.
All of the answers are based on my own research and observations. If there is anything incorrect, missing, or something that should be added, please let me know!
This is a great idea. I knew most of this stuff but it is great info. Well done.
WindyCityRockr said:
7. Does the Nexus 7's home screen rotate? Does the Nexus 7 have Tablet UI?
No, the home screen on the Nexus 7 does not natively rotate, it is always in portrait orientation. This also means that there is no Tablet UI in Jelly Bean itself.
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Please change this to mention the Hybrid UI. You see, certain elements of the UI run in tablet mode, but not all. And saying that the portrait-only launcher is the cause of the phone UI doesn't make much sense. It would be wise to rephrase that. :good:
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2. Will I still get the $25 credit if I didn't order from the Play Store?
Yes, you will. It is not dependent on what store you ordered it from. The first account that is logged in to the Nexus will be credited the money. I cannot confirm how long this promotion will last, or whether or not it will only be given to people who preordered.
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Anybody got conformation from google about this?
It's not what I was told by a UK retailer and google says, may not will,
Customers who purchase a Nexus 7 may be eligible to receive a $25 Google Play credit.
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http://support.google.com/googleplay/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=2670129&topic=1046718&ctx=topic
jabsys said:
Anybody got conformation from google about this?
It's not what I was told by a UK retailer and google says, may not will,
http://support.google.com/googleplay/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=2670129&topic=1046718&ctx=topic
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It could possibly be different in the UK, but I have contacted GameStop, B&H and J&R about it, and they have all said that they are offering the same incentives as the Play Store. An official Google confirmation would be nice though.
If you want to know how Hybrid UI works, this G+ post by Dianne Hackborn is a very good read.
Juan B: Hello David. My name is Juan. How can I help you ?
David: Hello
David: If i pre order the google nexus 7 will i still get the 25$ play store credit?
Juan B: Sorry it will not be included.
David: i see.
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Juan B: Hello David. My name is Juan. How can I help you ?
David: Hello
David: If i pre order the google nexus 7 will i still get the 25$ play store credit?
Juan B: Sorry it will not be included.
David: i see.
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What store?
From what I've heard from GameStop and Google is that everyone who preordered the tablet will get the credit, no matter where it was preordered.
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r4d14n7 said:
What store?
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B&h and staples
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staples
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It is strange that on the pages staples written «Buy the new tablet from Google and get $25 credit to spend on Google Play, as well as some great free content, including your own copy of Transformers: Dark of the Moon.»
Macmall nexus 7
25$ giftcard to play store
No tax and free 2-3 day shipping
They didn't mentioned about the free movie or book or any other cool stuff. Called the customer service they have no clue even about the 25$ free gift card . Hopefully they have it on the tablet.
Any official word on whether a signature will be required upon delivery?
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Any official word on whether a signature will be required upon delivery?
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I spoke to a Google rep a while ago, and they said that depends on the carrier. My UPS doesn't usually make me sign, but other carriers might.
greenwood625 said:
25$ giftcard to play store
No tax and free 2-3 day shipping
They didn't mentioned about the free movie or book or any other cool stuff. Called the customer service they have no clue even about the 25$ free gift card . Hopefully they have it on the tablet.
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I received a email from macmall saying nexus 7 is on backorder. They didn't want give us a date when they r going to mail it.
greenwood625 said:
I received a email from macmall saying nexus 7 is on backorder. They didn't want give us a date when they r going to mail it.
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You ordered the nexus from macmall....
altrikdout21 said:
You ordered the nexus from macmall....
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Yes. They updated The web page now saying that they r going to mail it Tuesday.
http://www.macmall.com/p/Google-Tablets/product~dpno~9236848~pdp.hgjdbdd
No brainer ordering from macmall
altrikdout21 said:
You ordered the nexus from macmall....
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It was no question for me. Macmall let me use Amazon payments (keeping my cc info to as few a places as possible.) Linking in from fatwallet to macmall gave me 2.5% cash back and my cc gave me 1% so, ordering it from macmall got it for 240.29 after all is said and done with no tax and free shipping. Can't really beat that.
WindyCityRockr said:
6. Are there any serious problems/defects with the Nexus 7?
Members have confirmed that some Nexus' have a flickering problem, especially when using Chrome, or with a white/gray color on the screen. Also, as confirmed by Android Police, there is a problem with ghosting, or image retention, but some have suggested that this is normal behavior for an IPS display. However, Google and Asus have not been able to recreate these issues independently, which suggests that these issues may only affect pre-production units from Google I/O and review units.
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Some people seem to be reporting that the screen is popping out of the bezel, which seems a bit worrying and is putting me off slightly until I can get clarification. Comments spread across this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1770919
When you set up the Nexus ( I bought it from Staples), it tells you that you get a $25 credit if you activate Wallet with a credit card, but having done so, I don't see the credit anywhere in Play...where do you look to find it?
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Great news for Indian Google Nexus 7 lovers now you can order N7 on Indiatimes shopping be fast stocks are limited I just placed my order.
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Google Nexus 7 Tablet – 8GB for Rs.16952 in India
so, should we buy it now or wait...what do u guys think??
coz i feel its over priced in this deal.IF U find any other links for indian customers,pls share it...
Grabmore is also offering the N7
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Well if you can wait for 6 to 10 months to get your hands on this device, then you are most welcome and not sure what will be the actual price in India when..but I can't resist it so I booked one for my self....
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Hi,
Any experience of using US version of Nexus 7 in India? Everything works fine? I heard many apps disappeared and some other Play Store problems when US version was used in some other countries, any such experience specifically in India?
Thanks.
Anyone??
tara.jatt said:
Hi,
Any experience of using US version of Nexus 7 in India? Everything works fine? I heard many apps disappeared and some other Play Store problems when US version was used in some other countries, any such experience specifically in India?
Thanks.
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Mine will be delivered on 5th August will make a review.
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I am using nexus7 since last week. I purchased it from UK. Its a good little device. I activated it after reaching India. I didn't get any free play store credit. Also there was neither Google books nor movies app and widget in my nexus. I tried installing apk of Google books but I received a message that its already installed. Couple of days back I formatted it and then activated it by using UK vpn. Then I got option of using play store credit. I also got Google books n transformer movie. However when I deactivated my VPN , movies app disappeared even though Google books remained. Anyway most important thing is that it has got international warranty. I spoke to Asus India and they asked for serial number of nexus 7 and after that they confirmed that nexus 7 has international warranty which is valid in India.
I ordered mine from Purenexus, it's an eshop on Facebook. Was delivered within 10 days of placing the order. Great service! Highly recommended.
Me also ordered it yesterday!!
Good to know that it was delivered within 10 days!! waiting anxiously for mine!! 16GB one!
how much it cost to u?? are there any custom duty charges when u bring it from uk to india ??
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atsa said:
I am using nexus7 since last week. I purchased it from UK. Its a good little device. I activated it after reaching India. I didn't get any free play store credit. Also there was neither Google books nor movies app and widget in my nexus. I tried installing apk of Google books but I received a message that its already installed. Couple of days back I formatted it and then activated it by using UK vpn. Then I got option of using play store credit. I also got Google books n transformer movie. However when I deactivated my VPN , movies app disappeared even though Google books remained. Anyway most important thing is that it has got international warranty. I spoke to Asus India and they asked for serial number of nexus 7 and after that they confirmed that nexus 7 has international warranty which is valid in India.
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I ordered an 8GB one on 19th July from Indiatimes shopping for 15.2k after discount; tentative delivery date is 7-8th august.
atsa said:
I am using nexus7 since last week. I purchased it from UK. Its a good little device. I activated it after reaching India. I didn't get any free play store credit. Also there was neither Google books nor movies app and widget in my nexus. I tried installing apk of Google books but I received a message that its already installed. Couple of days back I formatted it and then activated it by using UK vpn. Then I got option of using play store credit. I also got Google books n transformer movie. However when I deactivated my VPN , movies app disappeared even though Google books remained. Anyway most important thing is that it has got international warranty. I spoke to Asus India and they asked for serial number of nexus 7 and after that they confirmed that nexus 7 has international warranty which is valid in India.
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Its great that Asus India will acknowledging International Warranty here! Also its good to know what I need to do, to get the extra $25 of credit.
m0h1t said:
I ordered an 8GB one on 19th July from Indiatimes shopping for 15.2k after discount; tentative delivery date is 7-8th august.
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Did you receive it? Anymore reviews especially about in which condition IndiaTimes or other importers are delivering it ?
I am all set to book it. On IndiaTimes you can get it for 14832 (after gift coupon valid only till 16th)
Plus if you have credit card, then IndiaTimes will also offer you EMI options :angel:
i am also waiting for some reviews from indian users about their experience and if they got any screen separation issues...
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I have already ordered N7.
Will share my experience once I receive it in next week or so
I got it from US last week. No separation iss , dead pixels etc....everything is fine. Damm good tablet!!!! Also got the 25$ credit from Google play store.
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I got it from US last week. No separation iss , dead pixels etc....everything is fine. Damm good tablet!!!! Also got the 25$ credit from Google play store.
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for how much did it take including custom charges taxes etc?? please tell i want to know??
gaurav2009 said:
for how much did it take including custom charges taxes etc?? please tell i want to know??
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My friend brought it without box, no custom charges paid. But i had ordered it from play store. So, 199+14 shipping + 15 tax =228$.
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Anyone got there nexus 7 delivered in india through intiatimes , grabmore or any other site..?
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N7 [email protected] Rs.14831 - Indiatimes Discount Price
Hi all. I just placed an order @ Indiatimes as they have promo running till 20th Aug. Use Coupon Code SETMEFREE at checkout to know your special discount. Offer Valid till 20th August.
Links - Nexus 7 8GB Nexus 7 16GB
I wanted to hold out till October or the year end before making this purchase, once Nexus 7 is released in India but with the promo like this I just couldn't resist. You have 0% EMI on HDFC and ICIC Credit Cards too and that sweetens the deal even more !! Why wait till Nexus is released in India when I can buy this right now ?
I cannot wait for the tablet. Will post the review later
The 3g 32gb Nexus will be released tomorrow. Has anyone seen any signs that they are available anywhere besides the play store? I would like to avoid the taxes and/or shipping changes.
PS Does the play store take returns if i have a screen lift problem.
PPS Since I currently do have a 7" tablet, I don't need to buy tomorrow. However, I would like 2 !!!
UPDATE
B&H Photo http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/899687-REG/ASUS_nexus7_asus_1b32_4g_32GB_Google_Nexus_7.html
Explore3 said:
The 3g 32gb Nexus will be released tomorrow. Has anyone seen any signs that they are available anywhere besides the play store? I would like to avoid the taxes and/or shipping changes.
PS Does the play store take returns if i have a screen lift problem.
PPS Since I currently do have a 7" tablet, I don't need to buy tomorrow. However, I would like 2 !!!
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1) Outside of a T-Mobile "internal" document, I haven't seen any real confirmation about the release tomorrow (or technically today). It very well might happen, but it also might not. I'm hoping B&M stores carry them too, but it's unknown right now.
2) Yes, you have 15 days (or something like that) for a return and a full year warranty directly through Play Store - if you buy through them.
3) Is that a question?
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1) Outside of a T-Mobile "internal" document, I haven't seen any real confirmation about the release tomorrow (or technically today). It very well might happen, but it also might not. I'm hoping B&M stores carry them too, but it's unknown right now.
2) Yes, you have 15 days (or something like that) for a return and a full year warranty directly through Play Store - if you buy through them.
3) Is that a question?
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3) No, it was not a question. It was a plea for someone to tell me/justify my impulse to just buy the N7 as soon as it is released. I am also trying to resist buying the Nexus 4 on release.
Explore3 said:
The 3g 32gb Nexus will be released tomorrow. Has anyone seen any signs that they are available anywhere besides the play store? I would like to avoid the taxes and/or shipping changes.
PS Does the play store take returns if i have a screen lift problem.
PPS Since I currently do have a 7" tablet, I don't need to buy tomorrow. However, I would like 2 !!!
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Go to the play store and see what happens when you try to select the 3G N7. My browser seems to be glitching. Edit, NM, its back to normal now.
And the only place it says that this device will be released is on the official google blog, but beyond that, i haven't heard a single thing. I even called the CS line today, and the only thing they told me was that "There is no definite release date."
It was not released in Australia along with the N4 and the N10.
http://www.androidauthority.com/nex...a-launch-day-nexus-10-still-available-130762/
I got an email from the UK Play store this morning saying the 3G model was available, and I have successfully placed an order.
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I got an email from the UK Play store this morning saying the 3G model was available, and I have successfully placed an order.
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Ditto. Was a bit of a git getting on to the website intially, but I managed and I've ordered it. 3-5 working days delivery (£13.99 p&p) . I got in work late as I didnt want them selling out before I got one... waited bloody ages for this.
It seems that no "bricks and mortar" outlets will currently stock the 3g version of the Nexus 7 in the UK and the only place to get it is Play Store.
32g 3g Nexus 7 starting to come up as out of stock now in the UK
For those of you that got the HSPA+ N7, did you get a notification in your email saying that it had gone on sale first?
NM, I reread people's emails. I need to do that better, haha
from the looks of things, only people in EU/etc are getting availability so far.... which means they prob just checked the store and it was there.
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For those of you that got the HSPA+ N7, did you get a notification in your email saying that it had gone on sale first?
NM, I reread people's emails. I need to do that better, haha
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Yeah I got an email at the moment the play store had the Nexus 7 3G in stock. However, I'd been checking it every few minutes anyway
I've been patiently waiting for this to come out, but it seems no stores are stocking it online. Not in the UK so Google Play order while possible, is a bit pointless.
Are there any retailers indicating they'll get stock soon?
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I've been patiently waiting for this to come out, but it seems no stores are stocking it online. Not in the UK so Google Play order while possible, is a bit pointless.
Are there any retailers indicating they'll get stock soon?
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There is NO indication at this point that any retailers apart from Google Play will be stocking the 3g version of the Nexus 7. I checked thoroughly or I would have bought in a shop rather than online, as I would have prefered to have checked the thing over.
3G Version is LIVE in the US Play Store.
Website is sloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooow.
Haha I ordered it before I ever received the email saying it was ready to go! I hope there are design changes so that the flickering is gone.
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Haha I ordered it before I ever received the email saying it was ready to go! I hope there are design changes so that the flickering is gone.
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WTF. This is pissing me off. I can't get my order to go through. Keeps giving me errors and just hangs.
Plus, their phone support just shut down incoming calls.
Just got my ordered from play store at 9:09am PST. Total was $336.16 (California tax and $13.99 for 2 day shipping). It took me around 10 tries to finally get it to check out.
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Just got my ordered from play store at 9:09am PST. Total was $336.16 (California tax and $13.99 for 2 day shipping). It took me around 10 tries to finally get it to check out.
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I finally got through too. My first browser just hung so I did a second order and it went through. Took like 40mins from start to finish. This unit better be perfect. I'm going to return my (perfect) 32GB once I receive the 3G unit, so I'll be pissed if I need to RMA the 3G one for some defect.
US store indicates the following:
Nexus 7 (32GB, WiFi + Mobile data, Unlocked) is not available in your country.
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It looks like I am will not be able to order either the N4 nor the 3G N7 today.
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US store indicates the following:
It looks like I am will not be able to order either the N4 nor the 3G N7 today.
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You're using the wrong (outdated) link. Go here:
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_7_32gb_hspa_att
Play Store availability tracking sites:
http://whohas.it/g/247
http://ludalex.soupwhale.com/n4checker/?type=n4_16gb#
Play Store Availability APP: download this app straight from the play store to track new n4 stocks!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...yLm5vdGlmaWVycy5hbmRyb2lkNGluc3RvY2thbGFybSJd
External availability:
http://negrielectronics.com/lg-e960-nexus-4-16gb-unlocked-black.html#.ULaC7uRkjy0
http://negrielectronics.com/lg-e960-nexus-4-8gb-unlocked-black.html#.UK5A9uRkjy0
http://www.expansys.ca/google-lg-nexus-4-android-smartphone-8gb-unlocked-239759/
Updates
As per U.K retailer, new stock expected Dec 10! http://www.digital-phone.co.uk/product/google-nexus-4-8gb.aspx
Follow conversation about restock:
https://plus.google.com/u/0/106515095432315677569/posts/HXbYp9wSCDY
https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topic/mobile/9qI_Lvj8ivU/discussion
Nov 27: New Batch limits 2/person http://www.androidauthority.com/nexus-4-purchases-limites-play-store-134437/
UPDATE DEC 3: NEXUS 4 AVAILABLE FOR SALE TODAY!! CANADA ONLY
UPDATE DEC 4: NEXUS 4 AVAILABLE FOR SALE TODAY! GERMANY ONLY at 5:00 pm CET!
UPDATE DEC 4: NEXUS 4 AVAILABLE FOR SALE TODAY! UK ONLY at 5:00 pm GMT!
MAIN Nexus 4 Shipping Spreadsheet - Please fill to keep track of shipping orders and delivery timings!
http://goo.gl/aGyWi
If y'all find any other useful information please post in the thread and I will update OP accordingly! Hopefully, we can keep each other posted on any rumors or updates for when Google might restock the Play store with more Nexus 4's
tuffballa said:
check this out..seems legit. According to Play Store reps, more will be out before Black Friday which is next Friday! what do you think?
http://www.androidinfosource.com/2012/11/16/nexus-4-weeks-away-days-according-to-play-support/
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lol.
That is impossible. They have thousands of orders that have never been shipped and they have a huge back-order list. To top it off UPS whom we assume is handling all of the logistics is ***king up. The chances they will get their current orders out this week are incredibly low, to add more orders to it is not happening.
I seriously hope its true. I REALLY want to get mine for Christmas. I'm seeing a second chance if this is true.
No one else credible is reporting this.
A story this big would definitely be picked up by the more well known android news orgs. I'm not buying it.
That said, it would behoove Google to get something going soon, so as not to miss the holiday season.
Personally I'm already looking at the SGS3, or the Note II.
Smells like bull****
Seems like bs to me. If this was the case surely they would let us all know. I don't believe it.
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.... To top it off UPS whom we assume is handling all of the logistics is ***king up.
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No one with half a brain "assumes" that UPS is part of the Nexus 4 roll out fiasco. UPS is delivering the devices, but I'd bet the farm, that they aren't the cause of any of this the issues in getting phones in the hands of buyers.
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check this out..seems legit. According to Play Store reps
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Stopped reading right there.
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Stopped reading right there.
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LOL agreed. "Play Store Reps" have been the primary source of mis-information so far.
lol agreed but the article also states confirmed by "play store manager" but who knows..if play store reps dont know better..then who does??
If this was being caused by ups, ups would have informed us. They site are not to blame at all.
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If this was being caused by ups, ups would have informed us. They site are not to blame at all.
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Yeah I am not sure where that came from.
If there is like a single Play Store manager Ibet he is trying typo get answers also.
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Lil Jones said:
To top it off UPS whom we assume is handling all of the logistics is ***king up.
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Ummm, I think that's dependent on the country you're in. UPS is very accurate in Canada, never had an issue with them before.
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dbgeek said:
No one with half a brain "assumes" that UPS is part of the Nexus 4 roll out fiasco. UPS is delivering the devices, but I'd bet the farm, that they aren't the cause of any of this the issues in getting phones in the hands of buyers.
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UPS is the one who is managing the warehouse that the items are being shipped from. That is why people are assuming they have something to do with this. That and its not out of the ordinary for UPS to work with a different system then FIFO to reduce cost and increase effectiveness.
Thanksgiving 2013?
Ups manages their warehouse? Most Likely they just send trucks..
I really don't think ups is the problem. I asked my brother about this. He is a manager at ups and has been there for over 15 years. He said he has heard nothing about any issues anywhere. He would tell me if he hears anything.
He manages logistics, etc so I am sure he would be able to find out if there was a major problem.
The fault lies with Google. All the double orders, auto page refreshers, etc.. This is why they got messed up but I still don't understand how they could run out of stock so fast unless they were planning it by not having much on hand.
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Google does not sell nearly enough devices to warrant having their own warehouse. At the amount of devices that they are selling they have to outsource to a different company. In this case we can easily assume based from where they are shipping from Kentucky where UPS has a very large warehouse for distribution. The fact that UPS was the only shipping option and that google is clearly not working with Amazon, Newegg, Walmart or another large company leaves the most logical guess that it is UPS.
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Google does not sell nearly enough devices to warrant having their own warehouse. At the amount of devices that they are selling they have to outsource to a different company. In this case we can easily assume based from where they are shipping from Kentucky where UPS has a very large warehouse for distribution. The fact that UPS was the only shipping option and that google is clearly not working with Amazon, Newegg, Walmart or another large company leaves the most logical guess that it is UPS.
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You do not think Google has a warehouse?
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Richieboy67 said:
You do not think Google has a warehouse?
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They do not sell enough devices to warrant the expenses of a in house where house. Having a warehouse is not cheap, and its some thing you normally have to go big or not at all.
We know that other retailers will be carrying the Nexus 5 sooner or later.
For those of us with memebership in the primeverse or for those that prefer to save on shipping & save *ahem* file our own taxes, avoid the google play limbo experience and/or use our chase amazon visa's, I present to you the Nexus 5 Amazon thread.
Let's keep on the lookout for nexus 5 developments relating to amazon and post any information here!
I've heard rumors that amazon will be stocking somewhere between 3-7 days.
However, the rep that I spoke to didn't appear to have any information about upcoming nexus 5 availability.
Here's my chat with the rep:
http://goo.gl/DMza0n
I also believe the stock alerts in this thread -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2503657 added amazon to it's monitor list.
i have prime but still paid for expedited shipping and tax from the play store. i dont mind paying more to receive it earlier than to wait.
Pearl sure was useless. You should have told her a joke. Maybe ask her out on a date or something. Better luck next time bro.
I would have waited to purchase it from Amazon, however, I'll still get dinged with sales tax and only save $10 on shipping.
So, I'll just say the $10 was used for help out with the "instant gratification."
I put myself down for a 32GB black that ships in 2-3 weeks, if Amazon gets it before then I will cancel and order from Amazon.
If amazon sells the nexus 5 everything will be perfect
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In case anyone missed it, at the end of the blog post http://googleblog.blogspot.com/201... :good:
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will the nexus 5 work on wind or mobilicity?
1700/2100 frequency?
http://www.reddit.com/r/Nexus5/comments/1pmrrr/nexus_5_amazon_release_monitoring_cooperative/
It looks like the alert in that thread isn't set up yet. i followed the comments in the reddit topic about using page monitor. hopefully that works. Did we want to set up a hangouts or something? not sure of the best way.
Please Amazon, please please please sell the international version D821. PLEASE!
Sure we can definitely start a hangout if we have enough people/interest.
I think quite a few people just bit the bullet and bought the nexus 5 on google play.
When do you guys expect the N5 on Amazon?
I didn't follow the N4 when it came out. What do you think are we looking at days or weeks?
powersjt4 said:
I didn't follow the N4 when it came out. What do you think are we looking at days or weeks?
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AFAIK, the N4 was not sold by Amazon. The only Google devices they sold were the Chromecast and the Nexus 7 (2013), which were both sold at the same price as the Play store and listed on Amazon on release day.
If I don't get my damn shipping notice by Tuesday like I should I will hope that Amazon has it by then and order it overnight shipping and cancel/resell the playstore order, smh
Ditto_B said:
AFAIK, the N4 was not sold by Amazon. The only Google devices they sold were the Chromecast and the Nexus 7 (2013), which were both sold at the same price as the Play store and listed on Amazon on release day.
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Best Buy has an insane markup — hopefully Amazon doesn't follow suit.
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Best Buy has an insane markup — hopefully Amazon doesn't follow suit.
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I have a feeling that the $800 markup is a Sprint thing to "encourage" people to buy it on contract.
I hope they will sell the Unlocked version at the same price as the Play Store since they didn't put a markup on the Nexus 7, Chromecast, or Chromebooks.
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I have a feeling that the $800 markup is a Sprint thing to "encourage" people to buy it on contract.
I hope they will sell the Unlocked version at the same price as the Play Store since they didn't put a markup on the Nexus 7, Chromecast, or Chromebooks.
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I really hope so. Come to think of it, has Amazon ever officially sold an unlocked Nexus phone? I know they didn't sell the Nexus 4, I'm pretty sure they didn't sell the Galaxy Nexus, and I'm vaguely remembering them not carrying the Nexus S or Nexus One.
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I really hope so. Come to think of it, has Amazon ever officially sold an unlocked Nexus phone? I know they didn't sell the Nexus 4, I'm pretty sure they didn't sell the Galaxy Nexus, and I'm vaguely remembering them not carrying the Nexus S or Nexus One.
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This will be their first time officially selling a Nexus phone I believe.
HOWEVER! What has me some what worried is that the pre-order page for Amazon UK's Nexus 5 is extremely overpriced. I really hope it's just a placeholder and they'll fix it when they get it in stock. http://www.amazon.co.uk/LG-Nexus-5-...E&s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383328580&sr=1-3 I would prefer using Amazon to get the phone since I have gift cards.
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I have a feeling that the $800 markup is a Sprint thing to "encourage" people to buy it on contract.
I hope they will sell the Unlocked version at the same price as the Play Store since they didn't put a markup on the Nexus 7, Chromecast, or Chromebooks.
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With BB selling the N5 for $800 and Amazon UK selling it for 520 GBP (~845 USD), I think it's unlikely Amazon US will sell it at the Play Store prices.
one of the posts on that reddit says they plan on pricing it like google. hopefully thats true.
He said it will start around 8:00-10:00am pacific time.
I was under the assumption tomorrow preorders were only for google play store. No??
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Yeah same. He took a while to look into it then gave me that info. Don't take it as a fact.
That would make my day.
Certainly am not staying up all hours of the night to nab a pre-order what with work and all.
That Amazon's offering a pre-order doesn't surprise because (1) Amazon's Italy site is currently listing the N6 for pre-order and (2) they've offered the Nexus 9 for pre-order as well. The ultimate question is when they'll open it up. Could it be the case that they allow orders before Google? Some how I doubt it, but who knows.
Also, I just finished up a chat with Google Playstore. Very tight lipped. But the woman "suggested" I call Best Buy. I said that was the only retailer that would make sense because dialing 1-800-APPLE would probably not be as informative. She liked my joke and gave me a $10 playstore gift card. Now time to pick out some movies for the wait!
I just chatted with Amazon CS and they said they have no information on it.
Ahh I don't understand why we need to wait for Google employees to get into work for this a website to begin accepting orders. Turn on a rule or something. "If midnight allow orders."
Has anyone explained the logic here? (I'm sure it's only slightly more complicated than that)
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Ahh I don't understand why we need to wait for Google employees to get into work for this a website to begin accepting orders. Turn on a rule or something. "If midnight allow orders."
Has anyone explained the logic here? (I'm sure it's only slightly more complicated than that)
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Because "404 Error. Playstore will not load" then people scramble at midnight to go into work and fix the servers.
Valid. The rage levels would be all consuming.
Ya but some of us work all night and won't be up at noon to order. ?
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This would be so awesome. I really want it from amazon to avoid the tax and shipping that add a ridiculous amount to the phone
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abdel12345 said:
This would be so awesome. I really want it from amazon to avoid the tax and shipping that add a ridiculous amount to the phone
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seems like the 32gb goes for 699 on amazon (50 more than google play)
oneplus said:
seems like the 32gb goes for 699 on amazon (50 more than google play)
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Still cheaper than $649 + tax + shipping.
I have cheap tax where I live and this is how much it would cost for me from Play Store.
$649 + 45.43 tax (7%) + $13.99 shipping = $708.42
Although it could be argued that ordering from the Play Store has it's advantages.
ryude said:
Still cheaper than $649 + tax + shipping.
I have cheap tax where I live and this is how much it would cost for me from Play Store.
$649 + 45.43 tax (7%) + $13.99 shipping = $708.42
Although it could be argued that ordering from the Play Store has it's advantages.
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yupp you are right. amazon has 30 days return period though, 16 days more than google to return in case people find it too big or by that time it is cheaper on ebay.
oneplus said:
yupp you are right. amazon has 30 days return period though, 16 days more than google to return in case people find it too big or by that time it is cheaper on ebay.
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Not to mention Amazon returns are free, whereas you have to pay for return shipping to Google Play.
ryude said:
Not to mention Amazon returns are free, whereas you have to pay for return shipping to Google Play.
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no. google pays it.
oneplus said:
no. google pays it.
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Maybe they changed it, I returned 2 Nexus 5 last yr and had to pay for return shipping. Or maybe I am remembering a different device. Idk, I buy so many lol.
oneplus said:
seems like the 32gb goes for 699 on amazon (50 more than google play)
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link?
Great thread
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ryude said:
Maybe they changed it, I returned 2 Nexus 5 last yr and had to pay for return shipping. Or maybe I am remembering a different device. Idk, I buy so many lol.
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I returned a nexus 5 recently and google paid. Same thing with nexus 4 lol
10pmStalker said:
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Go to amazon.it and search nexus 5. Is available for preorder and 32gb version costs 50 more.
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