All the hands ons seem very similar due to what seems to be excessive limitations. This close to launch and Google seem to be being quite secretive considering they've already had their announcement - is it possible there are more surprises for the tablet and Lollipop being held back?
Disinform said:
All the hands ons seem very similar due to what seems to be excessive limitations. This close to launch and Google seem to be being quite secretive considering they've already had their announcement - is it possible there are more surprises for the tablet and Lollipop being held back?
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I certainly hope so! Imagine hitting us with the news of Wifi charging or something along those lines, would be pretty awesome.
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I certainly hope so! Imagine hitting us with the news of Wifi charging or something along those lines, would be pretty awesome.
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Aye there
i hope there will be an IR blaster
if not im ok
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Aye there
i hope there will be an IR blaster
if not im ok
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My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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True same here with my note 3
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My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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Same here
Waste of time ir blaster never used, always busy flashing new ROMs could not be bothered to setup again. I also think there is a few hidden surprises.
hands ons seem to be limited to a few minutes, all seem to point out the same thing, as if there is a google rep sitting behind of camera - whom dictated before the hands on what is off limits at this time.
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hands ons seem to be limited to a few minutes, all seem to point out the same thing, as if there is a google rep sitting behind of camera - whom dictated before the hands on what is off limits at this time.
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I also get that sense to lol, I personally think Google have instructed short and brief video reviews, And also have to be filmed within a restricted amount of time. So I guess will have to wait for the tablet to be fully released before we get an in depth review, by then for most reading this it will be to late because it will be already in our hands! [emoji12]
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I also get that sense to lol, I personally think Google have instructed short and brief video reviews, And also have to be filmed within a restricted amount of time. So I guess will have to wait for the tablet to be fully released before we get an in depth review, by then for most reading this it will be to late because it will be already in our hands! [emoji12]
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exactly, most of us here have pre-ordered based on specs and previous know how relating to the nexus program. The hands-on at the moment are just satisfying our enthusiasm for the device. For people already on the fence about the product, they wont generally pre-order anyway so the real hands on will be more crucial for them when time comes.
Its because its still running pre-release software and Google doesn't want the first batch of reviews/benchmarks to be based on an un-optimized OS giving the Nexus 9 a bad image before its launch.
Expect a software update right before the official release of the Nexus 9 followed by lifting of the embargo and a flood of benchmarks/reviews coming in.
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I only use IR on my M8 when I want to troll the teacher. :laugh:
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I only use IR on my M8 when I want to troll the teacher. :laugh:
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haha lol
i love using the IR in the dentist office
but i never tryed doing it in best-buy
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I only use IR on my M8 when I want to troll the teacher. :laugh:
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"This TV must be broken it keeps turning off and I have the remote right in front of me"
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"This TV must be broken it keeps turning off and I have the remote right in front of me"
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Back when I was in highschool I had a HP PDA (yes this was a while ago) and you could use it as a remote control. Let's just say we never had to watch anything stupid in class because the TV never worked.
None of the hands on seem to be showing how the device sounds like. With the boomsound speakers, i thought it would be one of the biggest selling points. I guess this is part of the limitations they impose on these jounalists. Also, it seems like none of them were signed on to a Google account or had any wifi connection so its not like they can just go to youtube and play a video.
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None of the hands on seem to be showing how the device sounds like. With the boomsound speakers, i thought it would be one of the biggest selling points. I guess this is part of the limitations they impose on these jounalists. Also, it seems like none of them were signed on to a Google account or had any wifi connection so its not like they can just go to youtube and play a video.
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It really is quite bizarre, Liam Spradlin on G+ said that they were "not allowed" to show anything in depth, there must be something held back (I hope).
Android central podcast on Fri said be patient, they will have reviews, and "without violating the embargo, except a couple of surprises.". We haven't seen everything yet apparently according to them.
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I am sure the reviews are being written/video'd right now, same as with previous releases.
And as before, most reviews will be released around "Something O'Clock" and a couple will come out a few hours early (Woops !).
And they may say "Review based on the final pre-release of Android, but not much is expected to change".
It's pretty simple why.
Google imposed the following limitations on videos :
Unboxing video : OK
Quick overview : OK
Device review : NO
The limitations are in place until the 12th November.
Source ?
http://www.forbes.com/sites/larrymagid/2014/11/01/hands-on-with-googles-nexus-6/
It's about the Nexus 6, but I guess Nexus 9 also falls under the same rule.
Related
A number of blogs/tech sites are saying invitations have been sent out for a "Google Play" event in New York tomorrow (24th October) at 19.00hrs local time (0:00hrs 25th October BST (UK time)). That part seems to be definite.
Tech Radar say that they were told by Google it was just a meet & greet event, so no launches. But what some others are saying is that Kitkat 4.4, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 might be launched at this event. Kitkat I think is an outside possibility, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 not so much.
So far we have only rumours/speculation as to when these products (& OS) might be launched. I'm not stating this as gospel. But I thought it worth posting just in case even if it is only for Kitkat. And people would at least be forewarned in case they live stream it.
http://www.hngn.com/articles/15363/...xus-10-2-made-by-asus-to-debut-october-24.htm
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PS Not that I am desperate for them to release the Nexus 10 2 or anything.
I think it's been confirmed that it's not for those devices.
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A number of blogs/tech sites are saying invitations have been sent out for a "Google Play" event in New York tomorrow (24th October) at 19.00hrs local time (0:00hrs 25th October BST (UK time)). That part seems to be definite.
Tech Radar say that they were told by Google it was just a meet & greet event, so no launches. But what some others are saying is that Kitkat 4.4, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 might be launched at this event. Kitkat I think is an outside possibility, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 not so much.
So far we have only rumours/speculation as to when these products (& OS) might be launched. I'm not stating this as gospel. But I thought it worth posting just in case even if it is only for Kitkat. And people would at least be forewarned in case they live stream it.
http://www.hngn.com/articles/15363/...xus-10-2-made-by-asus-to-debut-october-24.htm
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PS Not that I am desperate for them to release the Nexus 10 2 or anything.
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Sorry but these websites (IBTimes, Christian Post, etc) it's referring to are little better than a webcrawler putting together information that looks kind of like an article. They frequently just make up random crap to get clicks for their site and vicariously, ads. I would wait for a site such as android central or droid life to make some kind of announcement. As of right now, all official information is that the event will feature no news at all, and is just a small get together.
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Sorry but these websites (IBTimes, Christian Post, etc) it's referring to are little better than a webcrawler putting together information that looks kind of like an article. They frequently just make up random crap to get clicks for their site and vicariously, ads. I would wait for a site such as android central or droid life to make some kind of announcement. As of right now, all official information is that the event will feature no news at all, and is just a small get together.
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I have freely admitted in the OP that I am clutching to the shortest of straws. And stated that I think it unlikely. However clutch I will. Even if we just get some more info on Kitkat I'm interested.
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I have freely admitted in the OP that I am clutching to the shortest of straws. And stated that I think it unlikely. However clutch I will. Even if we just get some more info on Kitkat I'm interested.
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Oh there's nothing wrong with that. I'm doing the same thing. I wish they'd turn around and say "psych! Everything will will be there! But I don't see them doing that.
Now that Apple has released the iPad Air, it puts them on the defensive end though. The more time that passes, the more likely people will overlook the Nexus 10. I'm not entirely sure Google cares though. They've already infiltrated the Apple ecosystem with most of their apps. Google's strategy is certainly one of slow, constant persistence. These tablets and phones are a kickback to people who support them I think, not a direct competitor with any other brands tablets. That's how it seems to me anyways.
Hopefully they don't keep us waiting too long. I sold the N10 in anticipation for this, and I've been waiting patiently for a while now. Come on Google.... don't wander into the world of Valve time....
We;; is 8:38 and no news about the event. It hasn't been streamed on youtube like other times and thers no updated blog about it either. Also theres been lots of errors with google services today? Coincidence? or could they have had some issues? Hopefully we'll know what went on in the conference by tomorrow but it most likely wan't any of the devices since it wasn't public.
Very suspicious that we've heard nothing I think.
I wonder if they did something huge and its all under embargo until a certain time?
Its quite odd to not hear anything from any of the major tech sites.
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Very suspicious that we've heard nothing I think.
I wonder if they did something huge and its all under embargo until a certain time?
Its quite odd to not hear anything from any of the major tech sites.
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One of the "friends" that were invited made it sound like all they did was hang out with a bunch of other Google employees according to an article I read but why would they send out invites for that. I agree with u and I think they're planning something big and bribing the sites to stay quiet
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Very suspicious that we've heard nothing I think.
I wonder if they did something huge and its all under embargo until a certain time?
Its quite odd to not hear anything from any of the major tech sites.
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One of the "friends" that were invited made it sound like all they did was hang out with a bunch of other Google employees according to an article I read but why would they send out invites for that. I agree with u and I think they're planning something big and bribing the sites to stay quiet
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I think you might both be being sarcastic.
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P.S I have just let go of that very short straw I was holding. No Nexus 10 2 clues. No Kitkat insights..... Woe is me.
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I think you might both be being sarcastic.
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Mrs Hedgehog
P.S I have just let go of that very short straw I was holding. No Nexus 10 2 clues. No Kitkat insights..... Woe is me.
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I was being 100% serious!
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I was being 100% serious!
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Ignore me I'm paronoid (& was 1/2 joking any way). Seen this....... curiouser & curiouser. http://www.geekosystem.com/google-play/
I didn’t break an NDA. The Google Play team didn’t think I would react the way I did when I got the invitation, and neglected to include some kind of note asking me not to share it.
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a lot of speculators figured that Google engineered all of this on purpose to generate buzz in anticipation for their actual release event three days from now.
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And some sites are saying it'll be the 31st of November not the 28th.
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I think you might both be being sarcastic.
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Mrs Hedgehog
P.S I have just let go of that very short straw I was holding. No Nexus 10 2 clues. No Kitkat insights..... Woe is me.
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Lol me too i was serious. I actually read an article that said that and their argument was pretty good so i went with it
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I was being 100% serious!
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Does anyone have an idea of how many AW watches have been sold so far for Samsung and LG?
The AW app still only has 50-100k downloads in the Play store and I know plenty of people are waiting for future watches etc but, I'm really concerned they won't be a success as I'm really enjoying mine.
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Does anyone have an idea of how many AW watches have been sold so far for Samsung and LG?
The AW app still only has 50-100k downloads in the Play store and I know plenty of people are waiting for future watches etc but, I'm really concerned they won't be a success as I'm really enjoying mine.
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I enjoy my watch too. Unfortunately it seems like all the reviews that I have read about the watches are negative. The two biggest things that bug me are the complaints on battery life and how "useless it is." Why is it such a big deal to charge your watch every night when you charge your phone every night. When you sit in an office you probably have your phone on your desk and it is easy to check it. I am an electrician apprentice and i love being able to look at my watch for the information rather then pulling out my phone. When I am sitting in school I don't use it as much. I use it for navigation when I am driving to a new job site and don't know where it is. If something is on my mind then I can just tell it to remind me later. I have also seen a few videos of people controlling lights in their house. I am interested in learning how to do that or using it as my key to get into my house. Smart phones can already be used as a key so it is only a matter of time for the watch? I love it and i love the potential that it has.
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I enjoy my watch too. Unfortunately it seems like all the reviews that I have read about the watches are negative. The two biggest things that bug me are the complaints on battery life and how "useless it is." Why is it such a big deal to charge your watch every night when you charge your phone every night. When you sit in an office you probably have your phone on your desk and it is easy to check it. I am an electrician apprentice and i love being able to look at my watch for the information rather then pulling out my phone. When I am sitting in school I don't use it as much. I use it for navigation when I am driving to a new job site and don't know where it is. If something is on my mind then I can just tell it to remind me later. I have also seen a few videos of people controlling lights in their house. I am interested in learning how to do that or using it as my key to get into my house. Smart phones can already be used as a key so it is only a matter of time for the watch? I love it and i love the potential that it has.
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I wouldn't mind a bit of automation myself. For now it's mainly walking navigation, music, and sending quick messages for me.
I hope more people buy into it before Google lose interest in supporting them. My thinking is that when Apple bring theirs out people will become more aware of smart watches and that's when AW interest might pick up. I've noticed the app development has been much better than when Pebble was released so that's a good sign.
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I have also seen a few videos of people controlling lights in their house. I am interested in learning how to do that or using it as my key to get into my house. Smart phones can already be used as a key so it is only a matter of time for the watch? I love it and i love the potential that it has.
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A great app to control your house is IFTTT. For lights you can use it with Philips Hue or Belkin WeMo. For locks you can integrate it with SmartThings. Once its setup you can open the app on your watch and swipe through the different triggers.
I got mine Saturday from best buy...when I first asked her she said they hadn't got any in yet...turns out they had two. Many folks are still waiting to get their device.
I think it's a bit early to be worried about the platform being abandoned.
Google has already said when L comes out they will be providing much more API access.
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I got mine Saturday from best buy...when I first asked her she said they hadn't got any in yet...turns out they had two. Many folks are still waiting to get their device.
I think it's a bit early to be worried about the platform being abandoned.
Google has already said when L comes out they will be providing much more API access.
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I can't wait till that happens. I'm eager to see where they take it
*Note: This is a multiple choice poll*
Did anyone expect the development cycle to take so long for a public release?
Where is the dedicated hardware?
Have they changed too much from the original UX promised?
Since Ubuntu Touch was announced many things have changed and many, many months have gone by. How many version updates for Android and iOS? Firefox OS made it to market, Jolla's Sailfish made it to market, Samsung dithering around with Tizen is the only thing taking longer than Ubuntu Touch. Heck, OpenMobile finally delivered an Android Compatibility Layer for HP Touchpad running webOS for crying out loud. And Nokia released an Android phone; so Hell has already Frozen Over!!!!!
What gives?
How do you people feel about the loooooong wait for maturity of this OS?
I first tried and got excited about when I had a nexus 4. Which I sold as soon as the nexus 5 came out. I pledge for a couple Ubuntu edges. Remember that?! It seemed like they were on track to release something in a decent timeframe.
I would still put money down to try out a phone released with Ubuntu touch if it has great hardware.
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One last question.
Does this poll have too many choices?
Seriously though, you might want to read this.
ramjet73
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Does this poll have too many choices?
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*shrug* How many polls do you see on forums where respondents complain about too few choices? I merely tried to estimate the possible moods engendered by the question.
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Seriously though, you might want to read this.
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Read it when it came out. Read all the tech press, blog post, forum thread, official wiki stuff. Scoured the web. Flashed and flashed and flashed and flashed and flashed and finally was able to update and update and update and update and update...
The point is - Doesn't matter how many people say 's'wonderful, 's'marvelous IF IT NEVER MAKES IT TO MARKET in almost 18 months. People walk away. There is patience and refining. Then again there is just fiddling along and wasting people's time.
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The point is - Doesn't matter how many people say 's'wonderful, 's'marvelous IF IT NEVER MAKES IT TO MARKET in almost 18 months. People walk away. There is patience and refining. Then again there is just fiddling along and wasting people's time.
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It sounds like you've already made up your mind. I just leave it installed on my Nexus 4 and start it up every couple of days to check for updates and review the progress.
I'm sure some phone manufacturer will put their toe in the water sometime soon, and as long as Canonical continues to support the Nexus models that's a pretty good base for potential users. End users will choose Ubuntu Touch because it came with their device or they like the capabilities and won't be concerned about its history.
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Um... ramjet? Looks like you didn't vote?
All respondents voted yes, in some way, that it took too long... Maybe you should put in the first "no" vote?
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Um... ramjet? Looks like you didn't vote?
All respondents voted yes, in some way, that it took too long... Maybe you should put in the first "no" vote?
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You got it, although my preferred response would probably have been more like "No - It's not dead yet so let's see what happens", but please don't add it.
LOL.
ramjet73
no...but
Since none of the multiple choice answers accurately reflect my opinion, I'll give my own. No, canonical didn't wait to long, but they should focus on developing a kernel that supports hardware for a wider variety of mobile devices, a unified bootloader for smart phones and tablets, and usb installation.
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Since none of the multiple choice answers accurately reflect my opinion, I'll give my own. No, canonical didn't wait to long, but they should focus on developing a kernel that supports hardware for a wider variety of mobile devices, a unified bootloader for smart phones and tablets, and usb installation.
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I'd put that as a "No - I still have faith, a public release is close."
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I'd put that as a "No - I still have faith, a public release is close."
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It is just that I don't believe in faith, and I don't know for sure if a public release is close. But nevertheless, If a release comes out I'll definitely try it. Better late than never.
Love the phone, but I swear I'm gonna wait next time around. So far, being an early adopter has brought:
-Cases that don't fit
-Screen protectors that don't stick, or hamper the device
-A mess of cables
-Chargers that won't charge, or worse could fry something
Not to mention it's proven moot to order on day one in hopes you'll get the device earlier. That could change but still, whatever. That 820 though. Two times the power two times the efficiency
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Love the phone, but I swear I'm gonna wait next time around. So far, being an early adopter has brought:
-Cases that don't fit
-Screen protectors that don't stick, or hamper the device
-A mess of cables
-Chargers that won't charge, or worse could fry something
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All the reasons you list got nothing to do with the phone.
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Ordered 29th September order still pending. If I order today phone ships tomorrow. GOOGLE SUPPORT,? I could buy a jock strap with better support.
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Love the phone, but I swear I'm gonna wait next time around.
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Don't mind me I'm just enjoying Marshmallow.
So far, being an early adopter has brought:
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Seriously though this doesn't effect me much.
-Cases that don't fit
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- Don't like cases. Never have. Have yet to break a screen on a phone in the last 6 years or so. I'm gentle.
-Screen protectors that don't stick, or hamper the device
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- Never use a screen protector either. I did tests in school to show most screen protectors actually increase the chances of your screen shattering as opposed to not having one on. They are good for keeping your screen scratch free but we have Gorilla Glass 4 here people.
-A mess of cables
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- Mess of cables. Well this won't end anytime soon. I have duffel bags full of wires and chargers. So yes another added charger type is a pain, but i'm loving the charge time compared to my Note 4 Fast Charging.
-Chargers that won't charge, or worse could fry something
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- Uh ok then. Mines good.
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Not to mention it's proven moot to order on day one in hopes you'll get the device earlier. That could change but still, whatever. That 820 though. Two times the power two times the efficiency
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I know! Makes me want to wait! Probably won't have it in a phone till spring but in November maybe a nexus 6P 2016(or maybe 6P2? Or 6Q?)?
tacosrdelicioso said:
Not to mention it's proven moot to order on day one in hopes you'll get the device earlier. That could change but still, whatever. That 820 though. Two times the power two times the efficiency
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That's the whole idea of being an early adopter. Taking a risk. Being an early adopter doesn't guarantee you will get a perfect product everytime. I enjoy the risk, and if it doesn't work out, my credit card company ensures i get my money back.
So please stop calling yourself an early adopter if you cannot accept the risk, especially with your issues that involve 3rd party accessories and not the phone itself.
I've purchased every Nexus phone at launch and a few tablets. I've never had a "bad" device or filed a RMA. Either I'm really, really lucky or I don't get worked up about very minor things...
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I must have a Nexus preorder 'rush' every year, learning the device challenge and flashing asap on XDA! Everything thing has worked out well so far.
Bought the clear case from Google and it fits perfect. Got a illumishield screen protector off eBay and again, fits perfect.
ordered screen protector off amazon oct 30th and shipped then and still hasnt arrived. ordered skinomi yesterday or day before and be here by monday. cant use the phone until i got that on it
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I've purchased every Nexus phone at launch and a few tablets. I've never had a "bad" device or filed a RMA. Either I'm really, really lucky or I don't get worked up about very minor things...
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It's always the vocal ones that have something bad to say against the nexus program. I've never had any problem with any of the nexus purchases i've made. The more vocal ones on the forums complain about the minor things like you said, yellow screen, pink screen, etc etc. Most of the complains are user error or "OCD" problems.
My OP was partially in jest.... Don't mean to complain.
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I've purchased every Nexus phone at launch and a few tablets. I've never had a "bad" device or filed a RMA. Either I'm really, really lucky or I don't get worked up about very minor things...
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Same here
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Don't mind me I'm just enjoying Marshmallow.
Seriously though this doesn't effect me much.
- Don't like cases. Never have. Have yet to break a screen on a phone in the last 6 years or so. I'm gentle.
- Never use a screen protector either. I did tests in school to show most screen protectors actually increase the chances of your screen shattering as opposed to not having one on. They are good for keeping your screen scratch free but we have Gorilla Glass 4 here people.
- Mess of cables. Well this won't end anytime soon. I have duffel bags full of wires and chargers. So yes another added charger type is a pain, but i'm loving the charge time compared to my Note 4 Fast Charging.
- Uh ok then. Mines good.
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Wow, that the longest empty post I've ever seen!
Funny thing. The vast majority use cases, screen protectors, and are somewhat annoyed at the mess that is aftermarket USB C.
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Wow, that the longest empty post I've ever seen!
Funny thing. The vast majority use cases, screen protectors, and are somewhat annoyed at the mess that is aftermarket USB C.
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An empty post? Ridic. I couldn't have said it better myself. Haters gonna hate. Best phone I ever got on day 2 order. But it's becoming a chore to negate the detractors. Are any of them shills? I certainly hope that is not the case. Although I did read that they are paid to trash other devices. Could not be right?
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An empty post? Ridic. I couldn't have said it better myself. Haters gonna hate. Best phone I ever got on day 2 order. But it's becoming a chore to negate the detractors. Are any of them shills? I certainly hope that is not the case. Although I did read that they are paid to trash other devices. Could not be right?
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Oh lord...please stop.
No ones hating. He simply stated that the frustration of not being able to buy fully functioning accessories for a brand new flagship device has him contemplating waiting for things to be stable before making a purchase next time.
No ones hating. It's a valid frustration. Not bring able to protect your device, charge it in the car etc. He's not blaming the device. He didn't say he doesn't like it. He simply said he might wait for the dust to settle next time...
The conspiracy theories of members actually being rival manufacturers shill posters posting these generally vague negatives are just ridiculous. Anytime someone has a gripe, complaint, or problem people start defending the phone like its their deceased brother that the have to protect their legacy at any cost. It's so out of hand...
And once again this just goes to show what happens when people get a development device and want accessories right away. You will find they make few things for devices like this. You will find far better cases, cords and screen protectors for mainstream devices.
Sorry, I have to disagree with that.
Nexus isn't a development device anymore. When they're advertising them on hulu commercials while streaming "The Voice", they've officially relinquished the development device title. At least as the primary target audience.
These nexii are aimed at everyone now. They're not the crude, buggy dark Android devices of the past. They're the clean Android showcase, and they're designed for everyone.
Again though, I'm not blaming Google for anything. It's frustrating that these 3rd party companies rush what are advertised as pricey. Quality items. OPs main point was that he might want to wait next time.for the dust to settle before purchasing a device, as to not deal with shoddy out of spec items.
qwerty12601 said:
Sorry, I have to disagree with that.
Nexus isn't a development device anymore. When they're advertising them on hulu commercials while streaming "The Voice", they've officially relinquished the development device title. At least as the primary target audience.
These nexii are aimed at everyone now. They're not the crude, buggy dark Android devices of the past. They're the clean Android showcase, and they're designed for everyone.
Again though, I'm not blaming Google for anything. It's frustrating that these 3rd party companies rush what are advertised as pricey. Quality items. OPs main point was that he might want to wait next time.for the dust to settle before purchasing a device, as to not deal with shoddy out of spec items.
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The nexus will always be mainly a development device. Other wise things like Root and unlocking the bootloader would be much harder. Even commercials target a a group of people. Couldnt really say as I have never even seen a commercial for it but that could be the simple fact that I dont watch commercials at all. I mean really look at it. What devices are shown at Google I/O which is a developers conference. Not mainstream devices, no flagships just the nexus devices. Their main target has always been developers. yes they may target the average joe but they are the secondary targets at best.
This is only for the orphan children of the Moto 360 Sport. Just so we don't have to read about what we don't have yet. Once we get the update we can close this thread or keep it separate if any issues are different. Or do I dare say.. "If we ..." ?
Also I can stop tapping the green check how many times / day.
bobby janow said:
This is only for the orphan children of the Moto 360 Sport. Just so we don't have to read about what we don't have yet. Once we get the update we can close this thread or keep it separate if any issues are different. Or do I dare say.. "If we ..." ?
Also I can stop tapping the green check how many times / day.
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We're on the list, so we should be up soon. I expect it will be next week before we hear anything ??? friggin Motorola.
I just went the nuclear route and unpaired and repaired; no update.
Nobodyslight said:
We're on the list, so we should be up soon. I expect it will be next week before we hear anything ??? friggin Motorola.
I just went the nuclear route and unpaired and repaired; no update.
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I'm not sure why they did it this way but... there are some issues and perhaps since we have the better watch they are making sure we are covered and have minimal issues.
And to add insult to injury another 2.0 thread has been started in the General area. Is there a way to roll back if we hate it?
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I'm not sure why they did it this way but... there are some issues and perhaps since we have the better watch they are making sure we are covered and have minimal issues.
And to add insult to injury another 2.0 thread has been started in the General area. Is there a way to roll back if we hate it?
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What I assume happened is that they began working on the update (most likely building in hopes that it would need only slight tweaking for the sport), and towards the end of it's release, they realized that the sport has some different watch faces(I mean if they're gonna take this long to roll out anyway it's not as far fetched to assume the forgot something like this). So they are (most likely) currently building for the sports differences. Another theory I had was that perhaps it is a build for both devices, and the sport users ( perhaps bc we are the minority in the Moto 360 clan) that use this site simply have not received it yet; that's assuming it's a controlled rollout, of course.
Since the Sport has a GPS, probably needs more fine tunning than the 360 2nd gen, but I also think that's a matter of days to get it too, probably next week.
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Nobodyslight said:
We're on the list, so we should be up soon. I expect it will be next week before we hear anything ??? friggin Motorola.
I just went the nuclear route and unpaired and repaired; no update.
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Sorry, but... what is "the nuclear route" ?
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Since the Sport has a GPS, probably needs more fine tunning than the 360 2nd gen, but I also think that's a matter of days to get it too, probably next week.
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Sorry, but... what is "the nuclear route" ?
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Unpairing the watch and then repairing
Has anyone gotten the update yet?
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Has anyone gotten the update yet?
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Not yet. No one on g+ either.
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Dang. Well, they have today, tomorrow, and the next day to release it, or they be late. Not as if they care though ??
Oh yeah I forgot about the deadline. Well we shall see. I thought I was in a rush but after seeing some of the issues not so much anymore. But of course I'll install it immediately.
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Oh yeah I forgot about the deadline. Well we shall see. I thought I was in a rush but after seeing some of the issues not so much anymore. But of course I'll install it immediately.
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Same. I bought mine only about a month and a half ago, so I think the battery problems won't be as bad on me
Hey guys... any news? Moto_Support keep replying me the same when I ask...
"We don't provide release dates, but we're working to roll it out to all eligible devices globally as quickly as possible."
I was expecting to get it with 360 2nd. gen users, but still nothing
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Hey guys... any news? Moto_Support keep replying me the same when I ask...
"We don't provide release dates, but we're working to roll it out to all eligible devices globally as quickly as possible."
I was expecting to get it with 360 2nd. gen users, but still nothing
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No release date has been set yet. Some are saying be careful what you wish for since there is no way to roll back. I think more people regret the upgrade than are thrilled at this point.
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No release date has been set yet. Some are saying be careful what you wish for since there is no way to roll back. I think more people regret the upgrade than are thrilled at this point.
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Well I know that im looking forward to this greatly; between being able to respond with voice(a feature I never could get to work well(??I think Motorola's speakers and microphones sick in general)) and Google assistant, there are a lot of features that I really want that Trump any complaints there might be. If batteries are such an issue, I have a 2nd charger I impulse bought; I don't mind charging it for about 45 minutes( heck that's a little over 50% from my experience). I think these features make Android Wear a decent competitor. Bc rn tizen is kicking AW's butt.
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Well I know that im looking forward to this greatly; between being able to respond with voice(a feature I never could get to work well(??I think Motorola's speakers and microphones sick in general)) and Google assistant, there are a lot of features that I really want that Trump any complaints there might be. If batteries are such an issue, I have a 2nd charger I impulse bought; I don't mind charging it for about 45 minutes( heck that's a little over 50% from my experience). I think these features make Android Wear a decent competitor. Bc rn tizen is kicking AW's butt.
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I know it's not everyone that is complaining, just that some of the things that were touted are not working correctly. For one, notifications are problematic and they can't figure out how to get them to show like they did on 1.5. I believe that GA is also not working correctly and if not running (huge battery drain) will not function. No time in dock mode, no double tap to enter theater mode, turning off at 45% or so.. But I think these things are not universal, however enough that they are being reported to the chagrin of users. But I'll probably install it if it ever comes after I see what you report.
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I know it's not everyone that is complaining, just that some of the things that were touted are not working correctly. For one, notifications are problematic and they can't figure out how to get them to show like they did on 1.5. I believe that GA is also not working correctly and if not running (huge battery drain) will not function. No time in dock mode, no double tap to enter theater mode, turning off at 45% or so.. But I think these things are not universal, however enough that they are being reported to the chagrin of users. But I'll probably install it if it ever comes after I see what you report.
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I think that some of those issues probably originate from the age of their devices. There's probably were bought close to their release, and I bought mine close to 2 months ago. But I'm installing as soon as I can and I'll post my experiences
Guess Motorola doesn't really care about deadlines...
Hey no news about AW2.0 for the 360 sport?
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Hey no news about AW2.0 for the 360 sport?
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Not yet.
Edit.. I'm thinking now of refusing the update and selling this Sport with 1.5 for double what I bought it for since 2.0 is such a bust. Just kidding naturally but without a way to downgrade perhaps not so far off. On the Moto forum the mod removed a link to downgrade. He's a jerk though. Any links for a downgrade? I couldn't find it on first look.
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https://twitter.com/AndroidWear/status/872913673119047681
https://twitter.com/AndroidWear/status/872914907414618113
Found on reddit (thanks @dirkpitt73)