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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
negrielectronics just tweeted that they brought the price back down to 769- the 30 dollar coupon should make it 739. they still have some available in the first batch
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] justabrake:
This phone might have a Recall, Who the hell in his right mine would buy this especially buying it from another country in case there is a recall :confused: Where does one send it too ????? I don't think samsung USA will except it here in the USA and it'll have to go back to where ? and tied up for a month or more :rolleyes:

I'm looking @ the Galaxy Note ;)

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If they refund your money and close the case I don't think you can leave a feedback after that ! So if your going to leave one now is the time JMO not sure thought
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
I'm sorry guys but $739 is insane for the 16. I want it as bad as you guys do but holy s$/@.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
you send back to samsunguk..lol. anyway negri told me they would handle any recall/exchanges.. i asked
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
No joke. Too much man.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] _illmatic_:
You're right, preorder canceled. :cool:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] qreffie:
It is a bit steep. I paid just under $700 for my order from Handtec which is still steep. The reason I had no problem with this is because it's only about $100 more than what I paid for my Nexus S around the same time last year but this phone will work the exact same on anyone's GSM network. In the past 2 years I've been to 4 locations where I would have jumped at the chance to be able to pop in a local similar and have a working 3G connection and that's not going to slow down any time soon. I would have gladly paid an extra $100 for a more international version of my NS last year and now that I'm presented with the chance to get a Galaxy Nexus with those specifications (and before the US release no less) it's an easy decision. I'm already planning to head off to Brazil and London again next year as well as saving up for a big tour of Europe that I've been planning for the last couple of years now and it would be great to not have to worry about a fast reliable portable data connection when I need one. Even after it's replaced by a newer better phone (probably next year's Nexus) it'll be my go to travel phone. So I don't mind the price as I'll get more usability out of it than the average importer.

Side note about the pricing, for every new device or technology there are always early adopters. The extra $$$$$$$$ that you can't understand is something that we're more than OK with spending. It's the early adoption fee. Yes we would all like to pay less (who wouldn't) but we all understand this. Clearly you are not one of us so run along and play without whatever you have or wait until it's down to a price you're comfortable with. We'll be enjoying this one while you're doing whatever it is you're doing.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Andrmgic:
I don't mind the price.. I like being among the first to have something.. and seeing as it has not even been announced by my carrier (AT&T) and they are simply "gauging interest" at the moment, I expected to be paying a premium to have the device.

My only question is whether I'm more excited about ICS or the hardware.. if it was just ICS, there are cheaper devices that are about to get it.. but it's not purely ICS :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rsg_1:
I would advise you file a case and get your money back. Why? Cakal Yasin had sold through eBay in 2 batches over 50 GN phones at $600 each. This is over $30,000 in sales which is a big deal for an eBay seller. Early in November, I sent him a message with a URL for this exact thread discussion we're having here on XDA. No response. If he had access to these phones, even the 16GB version for $600, and kept communications, people here on XDA would be falling over themselves to order from him. He would have had over 500 sales at $600 a piece.

You would thing that over $30K in sales and so much interest, that he would have at least responded? He has not, nor will he EVER. This is plain fraud, but thankfully there is eBay buyer protection. I am upset over the lack of communication. Had he said that he can get the 16GB version for the same price, I would have said OK, but he can't even get those. At this rate it is worth giving him a negative review on eBay and filing a case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ericc191:
I was going to order one from overseas, but not a 16GB. I think by the time the phone is released on a GSM carrier in America, there will be newer and better phones available. It's unfortunate that Google allowed Verizon to buy some exclusivity with their "developer" phone. Oh well. I'm going to hold out for the next big thing unless they somehow surprise the US with the HSPA+ version.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] spovat:
i was also trying to determine whether i was more impressed with ics or the hardware.. no doubt that ics is plain sexy and fast but at the same time i looove the no hardkey frontside of the gn. that, along with the beautiful display, thinness of the phone, and the fact that i dont have to wait for cm for updates makes it ideal. i guess im wondering if there will be another great looking phone without hardware keys coming out in the next 6 months. if not, 695 is a steep but acceptable price for me, especially after selling my g2 for around 200
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
i want to understand something.. why do some of you find the need to TRY and make those of us who did over from over seas feel dumb? lol. its a weak attempt to make yourself feel good cause you could not

in bakes case he feels like a fool for telling everyone to order from ebay and defending th seller even though we all warned no to order, there was 32 gb model. now he fels he must troll every thread that someone mentions pre-rdering and try to give them reasons not to.. makes me sick
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] haroldz21:
yea your right, your logic makes sense. I think it was me just hoping somehow this guys would come through. I pre ordered mine on from cakalyasin on 10/24, exactly 28 days, ago. The more i think about, the more I realize this guy needs to have charges pressed against him, unless he mysteriously died or got abducted by aliens, it doesnt make sense for him not to have responded by now. I'm gonna open the case today with ebay and just pre order from expansys, who state they have the 32gb gsm of nexus for pre order. From what I've read they are very reliable and professional.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] matt2053:
I don't know why people think $700 is such a bad price for this phone. Go import a factory-unlocked 16 GB iPhone 4S and see what that sets you back ($900 to $960). Getting a superior phone for $200 cheaper seems like a great deal to me!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
Because if Google would just sell it unlocked in the US like the Nexus S we could buy it for $550 + tax lol.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Yeah, I hear you guys. You know, I would have done already if not for the 16. 32 for the $700, I can swallow. I keep straying back to picking up a AT&T SGS2 and waiting for CM9. SD included, NFC, more for less money, etc you guys know the deal. It's a tough call.

Also I just really want the damn thing out already. No more waits, funny that we are going into the week where everything stops on Thursday then explodes on Friday.

I do love the buttonless sorcery, though.

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Add to the fact that Apple products hold value better than anything elas. I can stomach paying more for something if I know it will hold onto it's value. Our wallets are smarting from being early adopters.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
so far most experts say this will between 579 and 599. you add tax and most of us payed 50-70 dollars over what we will here.. small price to pay for exclusivity.. most likely even before verizon users get there hands on theirs, with bloat.lol
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NexusoftheUniverse:
This is why I opted to order from handtec. I didn't want my order to take an extra couple of days since negri is located in Vegas (im in canada). That's said for me I wont even come close to the 16gigs so 32 would be overkill for me...the 16 will be just fine.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atomic_dude:
I'm OK with the A$725 paid for the SGN. Two years ago forked out almost $850 for the HTC HD2, so this time I'm so much better off. Sure, the raise of the Aussie dollar had something to do with it, too. But hey, when you want the latest, bestest and the greatest, you gotta be ready to pay for it :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
"experts" lol. Its being sold for 549 GBP. I'm pretty confident it'll be $549 (maybe $529?) in the US if it ever comes unlocked. But no one knows obviously.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] hiohokaybye:
@BiGMERF

Do you know why negri changes what they've been telling us like every other day? They first told us that they have 500 phones for the first batch, then I read somewhere that a guy got an email from negri saying they only have 100 phones... so they jacked up the price, now they're lowering it again. Comon be decisively about it.

Or is that just their strategy of trying to get more people to buy it? Jack up the price, then tell people you still have a chance of being in the first shipment so everyone will buy it from them... cuz it definitely seems that way.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
i could care less... i ordered early and my price was locked..lmao

has anything and or anyone been consistent when it comes to th launch of this phone?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] appledroid:
I was reading the Engadget first look of the Galaxy Nexus, and I decided to contact the author via Twitter on where to find one myself, as I'm a T-Mo(GSM carrier) US customer. He pointed Expansys, Amazon, and another source out, I ended up going with Expansys, but my order is shipping on Dec.1 :mad: But hey, the price is better than Amazon's! Paid full price because I'm already in a contract + US GSM carriers aren't carrying it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bkfresh1:
where are you guys getting it for 700$ ?

when i did the price conversions for most sites its around 800$ +

btw im in Ny if that matters for anything.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] pukemon:
i think handtec comes out to about $696 USD. you might be including vat which is not applicable if being shipped to usa.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
Handtec is like $695 shipped.

When you import from the UK to a non-EU country you don't pay VAT. Once you put it in your cart and select shipping to a US address the price drops by about 20%. Often the site will list a price as "excl VAT". That's the price you're paying + shipping/handling.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Arcadia310:
Handtec wants me to ask my bank for a Bank Authorisation Code for security issues. Was anyone else emailed by Handtec about this?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rsg_1:
If you really want it bad, then go ahead and order from the UK, but it seems there may be QC issues in the first batch.

Personally, the GN will be in Canada in early December, and I think I can wait a few weeks to get it from Canada for significantly less from reliable retailers there. By significant, I mean $70-$80 less, but more importantly without QC issues.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] qreffie:
Somewhere deep in this thread I recall someone having a similar issue. I used Google Checkout when I ordered with them so it flew through their security checks since Google is guaranteeing the payment. You may have to end up calling them and your bank and having a conference call to get it to go through, or you could reorder it with GC and be done.

My bank did freeze my account shortly after the order was made though thinking it to be fraud so it wasn't completely without issue.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] iPodtosis:
I already asked this in another thread, but gonna ask again here.

Sorry for the double post in advance.

If handtec delivers on wednesday, how does it work with the Thanksgiving schedule. Are we gonna receive it the week after Thanksgiving?

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SS2006:
so its looking like Handtec is sitll the cheapest,, most soon to ship offer out there right

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700 isnt very steep imo..its typical, atleast in canada

almost all phones cost 599$ off contract here, with our 13% tax thats around 680$

so handtecs 710 CAD for me is just normal. that said i preordered it a week ago
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NexusoftheUniverse:
Same here bud. Im in fido and pre ordered last week...this price is par for the course. I hope they ship at the latest Wednesday so we can have it by friday!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rock7632:
yep exact same thing happened to me
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] clcross18x:
So am I correct in guessing that the reason you guys are importing is that you don't think there will be a GSM version released for sale in the U.S. at all? Or is it just because you want the phone immediately?

I'm considering importing myself, if only because I had the original Nexus One and loved it. Took a detour to iPhone 4S land and kind of hate it actually. I would like to get the Galaxy Nexus and assumed they would follow precedent and release a version for AT&T I could buy for full retail. I'm kind of hesitant to switch to Verizon as they're more expensive monthly for me. Also the slight fact that there is no guarantee they will get a Nexus after this one if they don't deem it worth their while. At least I have the option to import from AT&T. That being said, I would like LTE in my next phone though.....

Why did Google have to make it so difficult this go round?!!?!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Should be + on both networks. Both AT&T and T-Mobile run 3G networks.

(I'm assuming a pentaband as well. Or it'll be like the Nexus S, spilt into two versions, I hope not.)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nesx87:
so are the prices listed in handtec, clove, etc, the prices that will exist after launch?

or are they abnormally high?

also, anyone who ordered with handtec, if i place a pre-order, are my money withdrawn before launch - can i cancel my order if anything changed on launch?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cyberto:
Detailed item info

Product Identifiers

Brand	Samsung

MPN	SAMSUNGI2090TBLACKUNLOCKED

Carrier	Unlocked

Family Line	Samsung GT

Model	i2090T

Type	Smartphone

Key Features

Capacity	16GB

Color	Black

Network Technology	GSM, HSDPA

this is the Nexus S! but the seller says it's the Galaxy nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] justabrake:
This is a preorder of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus 32GB.

Payment is expected after the auction ends to reserve your preorder spot.

This item will be shipped as soon as it is launched.

Google has announced that it will launch in November, but an exact date was not announced.

You will be updated with tracking information as soon as your item has shipped.

This unlocked version will work with any GSM network such as AT&T, but it will not work with CDMA networks such as Verizon.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] killbox:
But is it legit? I've seen auctions where 32gb version have been sold for 700$ +
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Faz20:
I am still waiting on a call from Vodafone about my upgrade, but do you guys reckon I could get this phone for quite cheap on an upgrade? I've been a loyal customer with Vodafone for about 10 years on a £35 a month contract, and I don't think I've ever been more hyped for a phone, but in these tough financial times I think I could only do about £25 a month. Do you guys reckon this would be possible after some serious haggling and threatening to leave etc. This phone looks so good! but some of the prices look quite high :/
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] matt2053:
The listing is ended anyway.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] pnnorth:
If they don't offer you a decent deal,just say you're moving provider and need your PAC code - you'll suddenly find that they are able to be slightly more accommodating to your needs.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slowz3r:
all this talk of GSM devices...what about us CDMA/LTE
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] matt2053:
You get it from Verizon for $299 on contract.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] slowz3r:
i dont want it on contract, ......
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] chandlerweb:
A useful tip... contact @VodafoneUKDeals via twitter. In my experience, they have been much more accommodating than when I have dealt with them over the phone. They are usually fairly quick to get back to you too. However, until the phone (and probably the contract prices too) shows up on their web site, I wouldn't expect them to be able to do anything.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] qreffie:
Yeah I'd pay 7 for a 32. I could use the extra storage to load load my Spanish learning videos and workout routines. I'll be alright with 16 though. I doubt I'm gonna go crazy on apps like I did when Amazon's app store first opened.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rashad1:
So the bottom line is no one knows of any GSM pricing in the US. I know I can import one from Europe, but I'm guessing it will be cheaper to buy it unlocked here, based upon the pricing of the Nexus S and most other smartphones in the US. (It's cheaper to buy them in the US)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Lil Jones:
If I was unethical

I would post a listing on eBay for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus for around 650$. When it is released I will go to Best Buy get a bunch and mail them out nextday keeping the profit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Sinbad_NI:
Thanks, with them myself and contract almost finished, will be interesting to see what they've to offer when the time comes.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cymru:
Handtec just became the cheapest UK option...

Updated the spreadsheet to reflect, also an email from Play.com .... mental!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] chandlerweb:
Play.com are havin a larf! Now on their website for £629.99!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Faz20:
Let me know how it goes! Haha, I also keep getting phone calls from Three trying to get me to switch to them, AND they're also gonna be doing the Galaxy Nexus so I'm in quite a nice position here. Plus Three offer All-You-Can-Eat data packages which I think all networks should be doing!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Chirality:
Verizon will probably sell it for $649-$749 off contract.

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How do you know BestBuy is going to sell it for less than that? With eBay and PayPal service fees it would have to be less than $550 at BestBuy for you to make a profit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Lcrkz0023:
@clcross,

Basically...just cause we want it now!....thats pretty much it. it will be sold Sims free in the US, just no one knows when atm.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kindiboy:
As for me, am importing it because I have no clue when Google is going to release the GSM version unlocked (if ever) and I think it's a waste of money to leave Tmo for Verizon.

Am really hating Google for what they did, what so open about their "open" philosophy when it comes to restricting access to their phone.

I mean go back to what were their reasons they released the N1 the way they did and you'll know why, ofcourse they failed to reach their goals with it. But, why not release the thing to all carriers non of them I believe would refuse carrying it, except maybe Sprint? Since they bought like a gazillion Iphone 4Ss?...

/rant off...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
Cuz Verizon is paying lots of money to be the exclusive carrier lol. Not right but thats how its going down.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Stevv:
Do you think waiting several days for a Canadian GSM unlocked version would be worth it? I don't know much about Canadian phone prices but I imagine they must be lower than in Europe... and possibly lower than the VAT-free price on handtec?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] VoicesX:
The comments for your order are

Dear Customer

Great news, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will be in stock with us tomorrow (22/11/2011). We will start shipping orders at 9am tomorrow morning.

Kindest Regards

The Unlocked Mobiles.com Team
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
i will reserve exitement until i see multiple outlets claiming the same date.. lol
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] go2mo2:
As will i but when i get my email from unlockedmobiles lol
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] liorra3:
YEPPPP - email that i get form clove:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] killbox:
Is there any way to speed up the refund process at ebay? I would like to purchase mine from UK, but I dont want to have 1300$ outstanding from my creditcard.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kostodo:
Is unlocked-mobiles.com legit?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] go2mo2:
Yep, perfectly legit, i bought my desire hd and optimus 3d from them
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] InternationalNexusFan:
Expansys-USA.com lists the model number for this phone as I9520. Is that a typo or is this a different model from what is sold elsewhere?

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Those of who are importing, did you have any issues with customs and/or paying import duties?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rock7632:
from handtec:

21/11 Update: Good news! Stock is arriving into our warehouse later tonight. With the sheer amount of backorders we hope to clear all orders by Wednesday 23rd November. We have a large amount of stock arriving and any new orders should be shipped on the 23rd and 24th of November. Tracking will be sent via email upon dispatch.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] justabrake:
You can call them and tell them that everyone has complained with negative feedbacks and it should be a instant refund But I doubt it that they would give it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] InternationalNexusFan:
Is anyone planning to use Price Protection with their credit card?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ikm19:
That's Great ! I Hope we get it soon, at-least before Friday...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rock7632:
if it ships tonight then we might. otherwise Monday I'm guessing
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Arcadia310:
Woot! I ordered from Handtec, hopefully we can get it this week or early next week at the latest!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] justabrake:
whats price protection ? does it cost money
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] InternationalNexusFan:
Price Protection means that if you find a lower price for a new item within a certain amount of time from the date of purchase using your a credit card that has the feature, you can get reimbursed for the price difference. Usually it costs nothing extra, but there is fine print to watch out for. For instance, transactions in foreign currencies are often excluded.

For example, MasterCard World cards like the CapitalOne Cash have it. Their time period is 60 days and they reimburse up to $250.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nsavani:
I pre ordered from expansys USA. I called them today and they are saying they will have them in stock this coming Monday (28th).
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] justabrake:
I heard of that but I didn't think you were referring to that I thought you meant protection on your CC, I wouldn't think that would work in a market where phones are fluctuating so much

anyway Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] allgoodnamesaregone:
Buying a Nexus in store?

I'm going to be in London for 7 hours on Wednesday, on a stopover on the way to NZ. Does anyone know anywhere where I'll be able to walk in and buy an unlocked phone? Obviously ordering online won't work for me.

I imagine it'll take a while for them to be available in NZ.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] InternationalNexusFan:
Why not order it from Handtec and have it delivered to NZ in a few days. It will safe you the trip downtown and VAT.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] martonikaj:
Yep. It'll probably be cheaper to ship it to NZ than it will be to get owned by VAT and currency exchange buying it in London.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mjcxp:
Anyone ever buy from raiosmart off of ebay? I just got an email from him confirming he has them for delivery. The price is a bit on the high side at $850 though...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] haroldz21:
@mjcxp

I heard of him, never bought from him though, why dont you buy one from hantec or expansys usa, they are cheaper. i think hantec has the gnex for around $700 total, shipped, and expansys around $750 shipped