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Tablets New Nexus 7 (Merged)
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Certainly intriguing. I prefer a bit larger display with less device (i.e. bezel) --frankly the iPad Mini's form factor is hard to give up. I also wasn't previously impressed with the app experience on the old Nexus 7. Also, I have concerns about battery life--the new Nexus 7 battery is about 400mAh less than the old Nexus, and over 500mAh less than the Mini, with more pixels to push.
On the other hand, that high res display is enticing, dual speakers, and now that it has LTE....I have some thinking to do over the next few weeks before the LTE version arrives.
On the other hand, that high res display is enticing, dual speakers, and now that it has LTE....I have some thinking to do over the next few weeks before the LTE version arrives.
Yeah, if I do get one (LTE version), I'm in no rush and will probably pick mine up from Amazon to save shipping and sales tax. Alway had terrific customer service from Amazon---not so much from Google Play.
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And we all know manufacturers estimates can be way off. I'll wait to see what hands-on reviews state.
I actually just purchased mine through the Best Buy website.
I can't even add one to my cart on the Google Play site, so I just wanted to make sure I get one pre-ordered if they start going out of stock everywhere else.
For some reason I bought one, I honestly don't know why. I gave my Nexus 7 to my Mum and bought a Nexus 10 for myself because I like the larger screen. I sat there staring at the "confirm" button thinking "Why am I buying this?" And I couldnt answer that question. Then I bought it anyway. 
Well, unless you know something Google doesn't, it's estimated at 9 hours.
The New Nexus 7 on Google Play
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For some reason I bought one, I honestly don't know why. I gave my Nexus 7 to my Mum and bought a Nexus 10 for myself because I like the larger screen. I sat there staring at the "confirm" button thinking "Why am I buying this?" And I couldnt answer that question. Then I bought it anyway.
It's because you're inflicted with the same disease many of us here suffer from...musthavenewgadgetitis.
For some reason I bought one, I honestly don't know why. I gave my Nexus 7 to my Mum and bought a Nexus 10 for myself because I like the larger screen. I sat there staring at the "confirm" button thinking "Why am I buying this?" And I couldnt answer that question. Then I bought it anyway.
Cause it is only $229, specs are very good, you want it, AND you can return it?
If it becomes hard to come by, maybe you can even sell it for more.
For some reason I bought one, I honestly don't know why. I gave my Nexus 7 to my Mum and bought a Nexus 10 for myself because I like the larger screen. I sat there staring at the "confirm" button thinking "Why am I buying this?" And I couldnt answer that question. Then I bought it anyway.
I think I'm gonna stay with my Nexus 10. I was thinking of changing it for the new 7 but maybe that screen is too small for web browsing. It's perfect on the other hand for playing emulators
Looking at those specs, what will the next Nexus 10 have? 3GB RAM? 64GB of space? Snapdragon 800 out Tegra 4? Better battery? What more can they actually improve?
Oh, and the Nexus 7 has HDMI output!!!
Sounds like the thinner and lighter argument Apple always pulls.
Going to be interesting to see if the same radios will be on offer in the next nexus phone.
Finally, freedom from Verizon updates and bloat on a true nexus device?
This definitely makes me think the Nexus 5 will have LTE and still be unlocked through Google Play.
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I just ordered one on Best Buy. Not sure when they will be available to order on Google Play, so I figured I might as well. Plus shipping was free and estimated delivery is any day between July 30th and August 4th. So not too bad.
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This new Nexus 7 is listed at 9 hours of video playback and 10 hours of web browsing.
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If Apple doesn't introduce an iPad Mini w/ Retina Display, it'll be a BIG mistake.
There are rumors they won't...
Exactly, the rumors state that it might not see the light of day until early 2014. That would be a HUGE mistake if true!
I have another issue that's only slightly related but as it would involve a new Nexus 7 LTE I'll pose it here anyway.
I still have one of the grandfathered AT&T unlimited data plans for the iPad--the ones that were only available for a couple of months and are only maintained as long as it stays active. If I switch my sim card from my iPad to my Nexus, any idea if AT&T would allow it to continue? I know they can determine the device a sim is being used in and as it's technically an iPad data plan, fear they'll cancel/change it. I do not want to lose it as I use quite a bit of data and unlike the phone plans, it doesn't get throttled after a certain amount of usage.
I still have one of the grandfathered AT&T unlimited data plans for the iPad--the ones that were only available for a couple of months and are only maintained as long as it stays active. If I switch my sim card from my iPad to my Nexus, any idea if AT&T would allow it to continue? I know they can determine the device a sim is being used in and as it's technically an iPad data plan, fear they'll cancel/change it. I do not want to lose it as I use quite a bit of data and unlike the phone plans, it doesn't get throttled after a certain amount of usage.
So if you get a Nexus 7 you also get a girlfriend? Is that what everyone else got out of the video, or just me?
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My gut says you can keep it. Just like someone with a grandfathered unlimited iPhone plan can go to Android and still have unlimited.
I've been debating whether to preorder from Best Buy online now or try my luck going to some local BBY's on Tuesday morning. Any recommendations? What is everyone else doing (those of you planning to get the N7)?
I'm worried about stores not having them in stock, but at the same time I can't imagine them selling out, especially on the first day.
I'm worried about stores not having them in stock, but at the same time I can't imagine them selling out, especially on the first day.
I'm not in any major rush so I ordered mine from BB. You could order it and then go try and pick one up in store. If you get one, cancel your order or just return one.
Looks like a great tablet. The S4 pro has been a proven performer in my nexus 4. It'll be a hard purchase to justify because of all the devices I already have but hey, almost all of my tech purchases are done on impulse anyway.
Yep, mine was so impulsive I didn't read it properly and accidently ordered the old model Nexus 7 32GB. £200 down the drain.