I do hope Google get their poop together this year and actually release it here in Ireland (the country they are based in ...)
But I'm not holding out much hope.
But I'm not holding out much hope.
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Nexus 5
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Poor, poor timing. This is going to be only 2 days after the Apple event which will no doubt grab way more attention. Google should have had the announcement this week. Why did they do this?
I was about to write the same thing! They are going to let Apple steal their thunder......
It doesn't matter. People that want Google will get Google. People that want Apple will get Apple. If anything people will wait until both parties put out their info then make a decision.
I think he meant more about media buzz and mindshare...being able to one up another competitor. The products Apple is going to announce do not compete with the Nexus 5.....so it is all about PR......
So with an event on the 24th, does this mean I should go ahead and try to sell my GS4 now? Or wait until the event gets closer.....last few times I've sold my devices on eBay they went VERY quickly....and I don't want to be without a phone.
I was wondering when I first saw it. It didn't sound like an event that would have anything to do with Android. I'm not giving up on an announcement today.
I really hoped it was today, considering that leak last night it would only make sense.
I'm apologizing up front for the long-winded response--didn't intend it to be when I clicked reply but thinking about it started a train of thought...
Not yet, waiting to see real world reviews of the Nexus 5 before deciding (and yes, it's 64GB).
If I actually quell my inner tech geek excitement and objectively compare the One and Nexus 5 against what I want in my device, there really isn't really anything too compelling that should make me switch. Sense doesn't bother me because I really don't use much of it and what I do, I really like (camera software and Blinkfeed). The display won't be any better, battery life likely won't be better (possibly worse), speakers won't be better, I love the physical design and build materials of the One. I've also put over 40+GB to use so I'd have to more carefully manage the storage. The Nexus will be a smaller overall size, hopefully have a better camera (though stock Android's camera features are pretty sparce), have Kit Kat and wireless charging.
I also have to confess that I've seriously considered getting an iPhone 5S, primarily because I want to have at least one iOS device and I've now moved onto using Android tablets (Nexus 7 and Note 10.1). I generally always have a tablet with me with LTE access so I'm finding I don't do much heavy lifting with my phone (music, internet radio, texting, quick email, some other light app use) so the benefits of Android are largely unused. And as Android's polish has improved markedly, I still have more nuisance issues than I ever did with an iPhone (i.e. MMS limitations, bluetooth needing to be reset, entire phone reset due to battery consumption issues, terrible backup/restore). The iPhone's camera is terrific and all around integration/sharing with my iOS laden family/friends is a bit easier (iMessage, AirPlay, photostream sharing). And since I don't really do web browsing or other activities that benefit from a larger screen on my phone, I don't mind the smaller size, in fact find I like it.
I'm not trying to turn this into an iOS vs. Android because I still find Android generally to be overall superior but for my specific needs, iOS is in many ways a better solution. I've now found that I'm putting the added flexibility and more robust elements of Android to better use on tablets--go figure.
My mind is far from made up because there are elements I miss going in either direction. Oh hell, I may just end up selling the One and getting BOTH a Nexus and iPhone (have an upgrade to use). Decisions, decisions...
Regardless, I'm going to try to wait at least a month to see how the Nexus performs and how good Google Play Music is on iOS (supposedly out within a month, heavy user of All Access service).
Sounds good.
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Why do they troll us so.
I'm telling y'all, Google (and Nestle) are having a grand ol' time with all of this. The "leaks" and the teasers and the hints. It's a bit refreshing even if it is a little frustrating.
I've said before, the folks at Google just seem way more down to earth, easy going, and fun.
So taking that into consideration, what could that actually be revealing at the event? Anyone have an ideas?
It says, "Music, Movies, and Games."
Maybe this isn't about Nexus or even KitKat at all? I don't know.
Maybe this isn't about Nexus or even KitKat at all? I don't know.
Yes that is just what I am saying. The media buzz is going to be all about the new ipads.
I'm apologizing up front for the long-winded response--didn't intend it to be when I clicked reply but thinking about it started a train of thought...
Not yet, waiting to see real world reviews of the Nexus 5 before deciding (and yes, it's 64GB).
If I actually quell my inner tech geek excitement and objectively compare the One and Nexus 5 against what I want in my device, there really isn't really anything too compelling that should make me switch. Sense doesn't bother me because I really don't use much of it and what I do, I really like (camera software and Blinkfeed). The display won't be any better, battery life likely won't be better (possibly worse), speakers won't be better, I love the physical design and build materials of the One. I've also put over 40+GB to use so I'd have to more carefully manage the storage. The Nexus will be a smaller overall size, hopefully have a better camera (though stock Android's camera features are pretty sparce), have Kit Kat and wireless charging.
I also have to confess that I've seriously considered getting an iPhone 5S, primarily because I want to have at least one iOS device and I've now moved onto using Android tablets (Nexus 7 and Note 10.1). I generally always have a tablet with me with LTE access so I'm finding I don't do much heavy lifting with my phone (music, internet radio, texting, quick email, some other light app use) so the benefits of Android are largely unused. And as Android's polish has improved markedly, I still have more nuisance issues than I ever did with an iPhone (i.e. MMS limitations, bluetooth needing to be reset, entire phone reset due to battery consumption issues, terrible backup/restore). The iPhone's camera is terrific and all around integration/sharing with my iOS laden family/friends is a bit easier (iMessage, AirPlay, photostream sharing). And since I don't really do web browsing or other activities that benefit from a larger screen on my phone, I don't mind the smaller size, in fact find I like it.
I'm not trying to turn this into an iOS vs. Android because I still find Android generally to be overall superior but for my specific needs, iOS is in many ways a better solution. I've now found that I'm putting the added flexibility and more robust elements of Android to better use on tablets--go figure.
My mind is far from made up because there are elements I miss going in either direction. Oh hell, I may just end up selling the One and getting BOTH a Nexus and iPhone (have an upgrade to use). Decisions, decisions...
Regardless, I'm going to try to wait at least a month to see how the Nexus performs and how good Google Play Music is on iOS (supposedly out within a month, heavy user of All Access service).
Are you set on a 5s? Could get a Nexus 5 and 5c on contract for what, $498 +shipping and tax? Pretty sweet deal if you ask me.
+1 for your post, by the way. Excellent job at explaining where iOS and Android fit into your use case.
There are TOO many options lol! I'm hoping I can be set with the Nexus 5 for a while and stop jumping around so much. Did it for most of the year and while I was able to try out a bunch of new, different phones I think I'm done with the testing part. Stock Android and its cleanliness and updates make the most sense for me.
I'm hoping I can grab a 32GB Nexus 5 and an iPhone 5C (on half contract pricing) for what I sell my GS4 bundle for.....or at least get really close. I'd like to have that backup iPhone for when I sell devices or if something were to happen.
Or maybe I'll just get the Nexus 5, sell my iPad mini and get a new iPad....ugh....I have no idea.
Yeah, if I do go the iPhone route, it'll be a 5S. I'm fortunately enough to be able to afford my tech habit so the price difference is worth the added features. I helped set my mom up on her new 5S yesterday and would want the improved camera and TouchID (been spoiled by using a 'trusted' bluetooth device on my One that only requires a PIN if my bluetooth smartwatch isn't connected). It'll also be my wife's iPhone next year when the iPhone 6 comes out (so I can use her upgrade
) and she's already using a 5 so moving to a 5c would offer no improvement.
It's been "confirmed" that the event on the 24th has nothing to do with Android or hardware.
http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...-out-invites-to-october-24-google-play-event/