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[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] omnimanx1:
Hey all. I sold my Atrix on eBay as Unlocked. I meant for it to be sold as Bootloader Unlocked.

I used it on ATT and the Guy that bought it wants to use it on T-Mobile. Is there a way to Unlock it for use with other carriers?

Any help will be appreciated.
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] toonarmy85:
EBay item number 300596350297
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] omnimanx1:
Thanks...

Do you have personal experience using this method?
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] toonarmy85:
I used a code from eBay to unlock mine I'm in the UK but I'd imagine its the same
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ccrows:
Just keep in mind that no matter how you unlock it, that T-Mobile can only use Edge speeds. Actually that's gonna be more of the buyers issue but more if a FYI if the buyer asks you about that later...
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mshenoy4573:
How much did you get for the Atrix as I am looking for a seller too
[Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] calz32:
I am about to list my Atrix for sale .. unlocked for all carriers and with the media dock (not web-top dock but the HDMI media dock). Please message me if interested.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
So this new Galaxy phone Verizon holds exclusivity over in the US is turning out to be a giant flop lol. Verizon holds dominion over this new "Galaxy" device, and therefore it is not the true "Google experience," and therefore is not a Nexus :rolleyes:... The real Nexus just hit the UK and will explode its white hot awesomeness all over Canada soon. Looks like the World has an exclusive over the Nexus :P and the US has to wait until Dec 4th or whenever,

The true Nexus so far:

1) Is way thinner and not ugly

2) has a hyperskin coating on the back and not brushed aluminum

3) Is bloat-free lol

4) Is already released "exclusively" around the world, excluding the US

5) Is not under the twisted control of an evil carrier

6) Does not have any stupid carrier logos anywhere

7) Is cheaper (Phone itself, and Tmo/ATT plans vs VZW - $30 vs $95)

8) Uses a lot less battery because it doesn't have a huge/premature LTE radio

9) one word: Freedom... use the phone around the world, switch carriers whenever with sim cards

I just switched off Verizon and purchased my unicorn from glorious Handtec.

100Mins, Unlimited Text & Data (5GB of 4G)on T-Mo for $30, can't beat that XD I used to pay $95 on VZW for 450 talk/unl txt+web lol.

Anyone else switched off VZW for the Nex?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CoNsPiRiSiZe:
How much did the phone cost u?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
$698 I believe. It would normally be $595 I believe, if you bought it in the UK. But there's a VAT or whatever for importing
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] _hyperdude:
1) "way thinner" = 0.53mm? Really?

2) Where's your source saying the back of the Verizon model is brushed aluminum and not hyperskin?

3) The bloat on the VZW model (from what we know at this time) is TWO pre-installed apps. Big whoop.

4) Yeah the global model is already released, but being on Verizon I'm stuck waiting, which is fine. I've waited a year and a half for this phone, another couple weeks isn't going to kill me.

5) Yeah well, that's life

6) True. But the Verizon model has the logos on the BACK, and on the battery cover no less (not branded on the device itself), so big whoop.

7) You get 5GB data, I have unlimited, $30/mo. And that'll be on Verizon's LTE, so there

8) Where's your evidence that the LTE model uses "a lot [more] battery" because of its radio? Oh right, the phone isn't even out yet... whoops.

9) That's true of any global phone basically.

Have fun with your less phone minutes and capped data. Sure I don't talk on the phone much (and I'm on a family plan), but grandfathered unlimited data ftw.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CoNsPiRiSiZe:
Wow. I see it on Handtec for 434 euros or something around there ... That's 600$ if u convert it.. am I missing the VAC's or whatever? I thought I read that we didn't have to pay those in US
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
1) yeah specwise i dont think .5 is too big a number, but when u compare the two side-by-side .. its somewhat really bad lol, and the colors r kinda diff? i dunno

2) oh it was on androidforums I believe, but if you look at the finish on the back of each Nexus you can see they are not the same.

3) Yeah the bloat is no big deal, i just think its the principal of the matter ya know?

6) same thing :) principal of the matter.. supposed to be a nexus, but again most ppl wouldnt care about this

7) wow nice dude. yeah im kind of worried about going over 5gb but it should be cool as long as i use wifi when i stream music (which is next to never ;p lol)

8) its just a known fact that LTE tech atm is premature and battery consumption is nuts with the 1st gen radios. This should be a lot better next year. Also, the Razr has good battery i hear, not because the radio isnt killign the battery, but because of the awesome Smart Battery (or something) app in the phone.

9) yeah i was tryign to say its cool cuz its a global phone, even though i dont travel lol.

yeah u know i did the same thing yesterday lol. i was like wow $600 for importing is super cheap.. but theres some kind of fee or something that applies only when ur at the checkout O.o i dunno, but i paid $698 which is the lowest price everywhere so far
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] _hyperdude:
As for the battery cover finish, I attached a snap from the Getting Started video uploaded the other day. Looks like hyperskin to me. (At least as well as I can see)

Where have you seen an actual side-by-side comparison shot of the two models? I know someone at Android Central made one based on a screenshot from one of the videos, but I'm pretty sure the colors and thickness of the LTE one look different because of different lighting in the pictures.

And as for the fact that Verizon messing somewhat with a little bit of the software on the phone as going against the principle of having a Nexus, I understand where you're coming from, but Verizon is by no means corrupting the spirit of this phone. This model (4G LTE, SCH-i515?) is Verizon-specific, so doesn't Verizon have some sort of right to do SOMETHING with it? All the GSM carriers selling the GSM unlocked model get identical phones, so no wonder they aren't carrier branded. Just saying.

I'm perfectly happy with the little changes Verizon is making, so long as they don't encrypt the bootloader or do anything to impede being able to get timely OS updates. (Yes, I know it won't be instant rollout like with the GSM model). This is the first time a Nexus phone has come to Verizon, and I'll be getting it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] qnet:
Do you have a link to were you bought it. I'm seriously considering doing the same thing, based on your list in your original post. I'm also tired of waiting.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
Just that one screenshot you mentioned, I think you may be right about the lighting, still pretty thick in comparison though, just in terms of overall shape.. kind of weird

http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/5527/samsung-galaxy-nexus-16gb--sim-free-unlocked-

Most reliable place to get the Nexus imo :) You should order quick if you want in on the first shipment, hopefully they haven't sold out yet.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rock7632:
There's no fee for importing. its £425 which is around $675. and they charge £15 for delivery to the US. so it comes out to $695 including everything.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] _hyperdude:
I'm fairly sure it looks weird because he photoshopped it out of a video, not out of a press shot or something. Basically impossible to judge size and shape that definitively off of cutting an image out of a video.

Even if the phone is a tad thicker than 9.47mm like it's advertised to be, I won't complain. Just like I didn't complain about how thick my OG is (for the record, the GN is the thickness of the OG Droid minus the screen)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] hotleadsingerguy:
Topics like this one are the *EXACT* problem I have with this forum. People spouting knowledge about a topic they know nothing about.

Nobody even knows how the LTE version performs...so making assumptions about it is completely ridiculous. You make a post about all these "facts" when, in fact, very few of them are even true or confirmed. Allow me to go through the list:

1) Is way thinner and not ugly

.50mm is absolutely nothing...most people wouldn't notice the difference. Ugly? It looks identical.

2) has a hyperskin coating on the back and not brushed aluminum

You have no idea what the back of this phone is made out of...don't make assumptions.

3) Is bloat-free lol

Assumptions? Yes. Nobody knows for sure there is "bloatware" on it. The video everybody talks about is using a pre-release version of the hardware and software and Verizon might have paid to have the apps displayed in that video.

4) Is already released "exclusively" around the world, excluding the US

Because it's a different phone...the LTE model is a different phone than the one released around the world.

5) Is not under the twisted control of an evil carrier

lol

6) Does not have any stupid carrier logos anywhere

Firstly, they're on the back. Secondly, get a $1 battery cover and suddenly they're gone!

7) Is cheaper (Phone itself, and Tmo/ATT plans vs VZW - $30 vs $95)

Nobody knows what the price is, so your assumptions are invalid and ignorant. As for the plans...what? What TMo or AT&T plan is $30? I have AT&T and for the lowest amount of minutes and unlimited text and data I pay around $90. On Verizon the same thing is $90. I'm mad at the difference.

8) Uses a lot less battery because it doesn't have a huge/premature LTE radio

lol the reason you're saying this is because you haven't *used* LTE. Firstly, the LTE version has a bigger battery...meaning the "less battery" is pretty much negated. Secondly, it has ****ING LTE. The difference is speed is incredible (my Galaxy Tab connects at around 25/10Mbps...which is actually faster than my home internet).

9) Can be used on various carriers and around the world

I'm very mad at this too. It's too bad that the one time I leave the country every other year I'll have to use my company phone. Then again, I'll be on vacation...so I won't be using that, either. Not a problem.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] qnet:
Thanks, I think it's sold out now. I might as well just keep waiting but, i will bookmark that site just in case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] audi09:
that site says "Stock is expected 21/11 However if stock arrives earlier in the UK be rest assured we will have it. Please check our blog entry for up to date info"

does that mean the first batch is already out? the 21/11 is the 2nd batch?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] KiNG OMaR:
Not sure if I'm willing to pay close to $700, the most I would want to pay is $600. I'm really having a hard time not pressing that place order button :( But $700 is crazy for a phone :mad:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
What's an extra $100 if your already spending so much on a phone :P

But yeah, you use this thing every single day and it is much, much, much, more than just a phone ;) Think of the extra $100 as a fee for getting this sexy unicorn two months early, anddd if the 32GB comes out in the next 90 days, you can return this one and buy that one (<--my plan, im going to keep the box + receipt ;p)

Edit: Btw just thought I'd let you guys know that Wrapsol is already selling the Ultra shields for the Nexy, "facebook" coupon knocks off 10% and imo its the best shield ever ;) smoother than gorilla glass + u get a lifetime warrenty
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] farfromovin:
I'd have a lot easier time swallowing $700 if it were 32gb...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] audi09:
Thats about normal. A smartphone is usually $600+ unlocked. The Droid Razr is $650 on verizon (month to month plan). The galaxy nexus would probably be the same price.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
Payed 715 for mines and i am in the first batch. Should have it by next sat. Damm 1 more week!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
next sat? why so long, doesnt it come out 21st
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mohitrocks:
Well I live in Canada, and Bell and Virgin have it coming out "Early December" so instead of emptying my wallet I guess I'll wait until then... It doesn't make sense ordering it and having it shipped only a few days to a week before it comes out here in Canada. Also, I was just wondering, why would you guys buy it unlocked if its $600 and not on a 3 year (or 2 year) contract for $199? Wouldn't you guys get the same plan anyway whether you ordered it unlocked or on contract?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BiGMERF:
21st is still in the air. Also remember thurday is thanksgiving. Nobody works
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] _hyperdude:
I hope it's out and in stores by next Wednesday so I can get it when I go home from school for Thanksgiving weekend. If not, oh well...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Spectredroid:
Yeah it won't be Thursday. I could see Friday, they might surprise us with this Monday. The problem is I, and probably all of us, hate waiting. Also I, and probably all of us will wait and get the Big V Nexus. They know it, so we wait. I am not getting the Rezound no matter what, and to me the best thing about the Razr is the thinness. The screen is really not that great. So, I wait with a sour look on my face. Still, I wait. Will it be worth it? Sure. I am mad now? Sure. Will I forget all of that when I get the phone? Sure. So, yay Monday. I will look forward then to theorizing about the next release date. Thanks Big V.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CoNsPiRiSiZe:
I'm waitin until the sim free is available from US venders.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Russellmania:
I'm seriously considering doing this as well, but I'm kind of scared...I've never bought an unlocked phone before so there's definitely some sticker shock even though I know I'll save the cost of the phone over the course of a year by getting on one of those T-Mobile value plans. Could go from 144 bucks a month for my wife and I to under 80. Worst case scenario is if T-Mobile coverage/speed isn't what I expect, I could then switch to ATT and try them. Freedom!

With that said, my big concern is this. The math works out in my favor over the course of the contract, but I'd be screwed if something happened to the phone. What is the warranty situation if you import a phone like the Nexus? If there's no warranty is it possible to get some kind of 3rd party insurance for the phone? Would it cover the cost of the phone if something happened to it? Thanks for any info provided!

Edit: One other thing...how reliable is Handtec? What about some of the other vendors that have the phone available for import? My worst nightmare is to order the phone, have my card charged for 700 bucks and then never get the phone or get a defective one and not be able to exchange/refund it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
You can check your coverage on T-Mo's site. As for their speeds, the Nexus has a 21mbps modem so those are the max speeds you'll get, however average speeds vary by a lot from person to person / phone to phone. 21Mbps is huge, most ppl dont need those kind of speeds. You could get anywhere from 5 to 15 mbps on average (depending on time of test, location during testing, phone, network congestion, etc..)

Handtec, from what ive heard, is one of the most reliable places to get the Nexus from. They offer a 90 day return and dont worry about them scamming you, that for sure wont happen. Also you get a 1 or 2 year manufacturer warrenty from Samsung if your device is defective or whatever.

Really the only downside to importing is the additional $100, other than that, everything else is just the same as if you bought it here :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] KiNG OMaR:
I just bit the bullet and ordered. $696 and some change, including shipping and bank fees. God help me, this android addiction is getting out of hand :p
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
:cool: Your decision will not be in vain. The unicorn will shower you with its white hot awesomeness and wash away any past memories of lament and suffering.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] purplecrayons:
I did the same thing. Hopefully it shows up Tues/Wednesday so I feel less bad about dropping that cash. haha
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] KiNG OMaR:
It'll be worth it when we get some CM9 on this baby ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Dmw017:
u know, ive never actually used CM. ive heard all the buzz about it but my only rooted phone so far has been a droid 3 (sold a month ago) which CM does not support. still, ICS seems pretty sexy, not sure if i would want to use any custom rom on my nexus ;p i like knowing Google has my back and im running their UI.

Definitely going to check out CM9 though, its getting too much praise for me to pass it up without trying it at least.
[HTC Amaze 4G] stevedebi:
I purchased this screen protector. It is very nice and I recommend it.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006374L1I/ref=cm_cr_thx_view
[HTC Amaze 4G] heyodee:
I recommend boxwave

http://www.boxwave.com/htc-amaze-4g-screen-protectors/bwdcd/zppg-g/
[HTC Amaze 4G] antiquezip:
FYI - Cyber Monday

Invisible Shield from ZAGG will be 50% off plus a free stuff to clean your phone (ZaggFoam)

http://www.zagg.com/j/promo/cyber-monday.php
[HTC Amaze 4G] nguyendqh:
This is half the price and works the same. With free shipping also atm I'm posting this.

5.00 dollars + free shipping

http://www.amazon.com/T-Mobile-Xtre..._1_7?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1322342777&sr=1-7

I used Zagg for all my MT4Gs, installed at the mall. Xtreme Guard is the exact same thing without the cost.

Just thought I'd share.
[HTC Amaze 4G] chrischoi:
Can you explain why you recommend it?

False, they are not the same thing. I use it myself. It's thinner, had a whole different feel and is closer to clear than the ZAGG. ZAGG has major orange peel. They function the same way, but are not the same thing. I've been picking up the screen protectors for $1.49. It also has better cut tolerances, they cover more of the screen and are more true to size than the ZAGG.

Xtreme Guard products are usually cheaper on eBay, from the same guy. For some reason it's $2.00 + free shipping on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
[HTC Amaze 4G] nguyendqh:
Wow. That is pretty awesoome. 2.00 + free shipping?

Where was that last week when I ordered the full body. Lol.

Last week it was 2.00 + 5.00 shipping.

Kinda makes me wanna order a couple more for just incase.

Thanks for posting that. Good find.

(Just ordered 3 more screen protectors. 6.00 total AND free shipping. Sweet!)
[HTC Amaze 4G] antiquezip:
I neither using none of them. Just though the deal may sound sweet and just wanna share it.
[HTC Amaze 4G] realitysconcierge:
For what its worth the t-mobile one isn't bad at all
[HTC Amaze 4G] xManMythLegend:
Bought one pack myself. First one I was careless and got dust...second one went on perfectly.

3rd party ones are definitely cheaper but I hate how some are cut , given the nature of the glass on Amaze I figure its a pretty good option.

Boxwaves are very durable and very clear from previous purchase I would recommend.
[HTC Amaze 4G] heyodee:
Boxwave screen protectors sale

Boxwave screen protector on SALE!

Follow link
[HTC Amaze 4G] -pk-:
How does the boxwave Anti-Glare compare to the Crystal Clear? I've had the phone for a while now, I like the clarity without a protector, so I'm thinking of siding with the Crystal Clear.
[HTC Amaze 4G] heyodee:
crystal clear is a good choice, anti glare is not as clear but you deal less with smudges
[HTC Amaze 4G] lorddart:
All the anti glare ones I've seen are a lot more sensitive to skin oils and very noticeable grease look. they also make the screen look dull and not as beautiful. In my personal experience
[HTC Amaze 4G] mikeschevelle:
Just want to add that the Zagg is giving me some multi touch response issues on my phone
[HTC Amaze 4G] Branso07:
Xtreme guard with this phone works great and isn't too hard of an install.I only got it for 5$ on Amazon with free shipping
[HTC Amaze 4G] seansk:
My question is this: If the screen is gorilla glass, why would you get a screen protector besides the fact of glare???? is there something I don't know?

P.S. our screens are oleophobic, meaning they don't smudge as much as other screens with oil...my samsung galaxy tab 10.1 is an oil magnet but with this phone I have noticed very little oil smudges and wipes right off with a swipe from sleeve of your shirt or something.
[HTC Amaze 4G] jjlean:
I have seen specs that say it is and others that say it isn't.
[HTC Amaze 4G] seansk:
It is I keyed my own phone cause I had insurance right when I got it...keyed the hell out of it...then keyed my gf old cracked 3g slide screen which is supposed to have gorilla glass, the glass on the amaze seems more resistant....HTC has stated that they do no use actual Gorilla glass but something more advanced...

I then took a knife SO I tested the 3g slide with mine and amaze is definitely more scratch resistant...NO GLASS IS EVER SCRATCH PROOF not even gorilla glass, take a sand paper to it and it'll leave scratches...so I guess if you drop you phone on sand or small pebbles you can scratch it no matter what you have..but as long as I don't have to worry about putting my phone and keys in the same pocket i'm fine...but it seems very resistant to scratch and smudge from my own experience. I absolutely hated smudges on my N1 and on my galaxy tab 10.1 I can't even tell on my amaze...

remember gorilla doesn't mean its shatter resistant...its only scratch resistant partially...although screen covers seem to protect from major scratches even sand paper... they don't protect form shattering...when I had an Iphone (big mistake) i used to have zagg, bodyguardz, gadgetguardz, and i still managed to shatter my screen lol...

if you have an older phone like an N1 take your finger and try to smudge the screen and try to smudge the screen on this phone you will see a major difference even if you have oily hands, the oil comes off with a quick sweep, as on my old N! it would smudge....

btw my gf sensation which is listed under gorilla glass shattered the first time she dropped it lol....here are some tests of gorilla glass and amaze glass

Gorilla glass

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKPg6tPCxHM

Amaze glass

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uk9-yLxQgA
[HTC Amaze 4G] mapleleafs89:
I bought a 6 pack on ebay for $2, no special coatings but it does the job. Also got a couple small scratches with it in my pocket without screen protectors so I ordered the other day.
[HTC Amaze 4G] bmbrad:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uk9-yLxQgA

Gorilla glass or not you should have a screen protector
[HTC Amaze 4G] bram30:
xtreme-Guard is the best

I have ordered multiple times for various phones and tablets. The products are awesome. Just like Zagg. If you mess up on applying the protector, they will replace it no questions asked.

stores.ebay.com/Xtreme-Guard-Screen-Protectors
[HTC Amaze 4G] nguyendqh:
The same brand is half the price on Amazon.

I've ordered 6 screen protectors for 2.00 each with free shipping.

And 2 full bodies for 5 each with free shipping.

Screen only:

http://www.amazon.com/T-Mobile-Xtre...YVTE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1325887639&sr=8-1

Full Body:

http://www.amazon.com/T-Mobile-Xtre...7IGG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1325887639&sr=8-3
[HTC Amaze 4G] seansk:
This is going to be a rather hard and long questions. I just ordered a boxwave screen protector. I have heard that this screen protector gets very scratched during long term us is which can get obstructive and intrusive. is this true?

I am also debating between the following screen covers in case boxwave doesn't work out well.

-Zagg

-Bodyguardz

-XO skins

-Ghost Armor

I am looking for the smooooooooothest feel of them all and the least noticeable on the screen. If anyone has the answers to these questions I would really appreciate it.

P.S. how is the Tmobile generic one?

Thank you
[HTC Amaze 4G] heyodee:
if you have a BoxWave screen protector, you should be able to tell from the quality.