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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
I've heard that rumor a couple times. Nobody has yet to give evidence of it actually happening though.

I know you can flash the 4.0.3 bootloader and its still .10.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
Ok, I've seen a very real difference but we need more tests to confirm it.

My .10 device picks up nfc tags 100x easier than my 09. My previous 09 also had this same problem.

My .10, I just touch it to a tag. My 09, I have to find the "sweet spot" for nfc, and even then its not guaranteed to read without some moving around.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bradm23:
I'm sorry but what is a nfc tag?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near_field_communication
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
Here you go:

http://tinyurl.com/79h7ys7
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Colemak:
For clarification has anyone gone into a verizon store and gotten their phone replaced based purely on the fact that there's a newer hardware revision out? Or would you have to add some bull**** about signal issues? I got mine on the 17th of December and didn't buy a warranty
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
Just because you did not buy a warranty does not mean that you have no consumer power. Don't forget that you have a free one-year warranty from Samsung. However, if you want Verizon to take control you will have to bull**** about poor signal strength. they will probably swap your device out, but be prepared to get a certified like new device or a worry free return that another customer made.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tannor:
I have to be honest never used NFC, so really haven't been able to test it out
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Colemak:
I expected that, but I just wasn't sure how far the manufacturers warranty stretched in this particular case. I think I'm going to try out my NFC and if it's spotty I'll go to the Verizon store and be honest with my intentions (save the rooting/other warranty-voiding things of course) and if that doesn't work I'll go to another and whine about signal strength
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
Maybe call Verizon tech support while on the phone, and get them to confirm you should have a "I515.10" baseband and have them tell the rep :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tannor:
If your screen is perfect, I would not swap it out for rev 10, I would rather have a perfect screen and Rev 9, then Rev 10 with a line down the middle like I got LOL
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Colemak:
This is a really good idea, if I end up going to replace it then that's exactly what I'll do

My screen has some vertical tearing in the grey's at low brightness like everyone else's...but if it's a matter of having the NFC work properly then I'd be down for it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] strongergravity:
So, 6 weeks after they originally came out, I just got an experimental/recalled phone?!? Lovely...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bradm23:
Don't jump the gun on thinking that. If you have the .10 then you are the lucky one. People want the .10 so enjoy your "experimental" phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
Yeah, I am not buying that at all.

Of course, you gave him radio versions for 4.0.3, so you probably have him all sorts of confused.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
I just found out that the phone that I purchased (and activated) on 1/28/12 was manufactured on 11/20/11... apparently the Verizon store I visited hasn't been selling many Nexuses.

For reference I'll post my baseband information:

Baseband Version: I515.09 V.EK05 / I515.E02

When I'm running on 4G (I'm in a fairly dense 4G area) I absolutely love this device, but as soon as I drop to 3G (either by choice or in the office) my feelings take a swing to the other end of the spectrum. I've noticed that the Nexus (in 3G) does not function nearly as well as my OG Droid did/does under the same circumstances. I have also noticed (by observation) that in 'good' 3G areas my Droid consistently has a 10-20+ dBm better signal and in 'bad' (office for example) 3G areas my Droid has a 5-10 dBm better signal. This really isn't a huge deal in 'good' areas as the phone functions just fine, but in 'bad' areas not having that extra 5-10+ dBm really ruins the experience (having a signal vs not having a signal).

If .10 continues(?) to show improved functionality over .09 I'm considering going into a store and checking IMEI numbers until I find a phone that has been manufactured in late January...

EDIT: I've been thinking it over and I'm wondering if contacting Verizon via phone will yield better results - perhaps more likely to get a .10 phone?

Thoughts?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
Don't bank on a 10 having better reception. Ive been comparing both for the better part of a week. Its identical.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
Are you comparing 3G or 4G?

If you've covered this already just link to the post please - I've read this thread, but after 16 pages in this one and countless in others I can't exactly remember what is what is where anymore...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
Comparing both.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
Well I really hope there is a difference because if not I may be going back to my OG Droid. Sadly a switch the Rezound, Razr, or Droid 4 would probably be just as disappointing after getting a taste for ICS...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mickmel:
I'm hoping to shortly as well. VZ is sending me a new one, which should arrive today, and hopefully has 1515.10 on it...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
The early bird catches the worm. Its a young device. It may or may not improve over time, but I would lean towards will improve over time.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
Sadly, I tried to avoid being an early adopter by waiting ~2 months to get my device and still ended up with one from what I assume is the 'original' batch (assuming .10 means something).

Probably going to give Verizon a ring tonight to get their take on this whole baseband issue and perhaps have them send me a new device. If I end up with a .10 and still have the same issues I'm thinkin go-go OG Droid as the sketchy 3G performance is unacceptable regardless of it's cause (hardware or software/firmware).

Going to be a sad day if I have to say bye-bye to my new 4G ICS phone...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
Very true, remember the Thunderbolt crap? It took months, but now it is a fine phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tannor:
I just placed another call with Verizon, tired of looking at this line down the middle of my screen. I thought I can live with it but even after customizing my phone and removing as much gradient and grays still there...

So of course I am getting a refurb and sure it be HW 9, but at this point I don't care anymore I just want one that works perfectly is that possible? I am so tempted to just go back to my fascinate until next year when new nexus comes out. I mean fascinate worked perfectly but would miss ICS stock.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
Nothing wrong with what you are doing. However, now that you have accepted getting a certified like new device, you have unwieldy control. Most people don't want to jump the hurdle you have, but now that you have done it... it's go time! I would be as critical as I could be of that refurb you get and return as many as you can until it is just right for you. Who knows, maybe you will get a revision 10. In any case, try to keep track of the revisions and signal strengths for us. I expect you to go through at least 100 of them unti you are satisifed. :D

Good luck.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] williamthegoat:
Yep I'm on the same one. Is that an issue? My data seems okay, although not as good as my thunderbolt. My Xoom and Nexus both get about the same LTE signal.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
Definitely calling Verizon

So I figured I would do a little more comparison while I was at lunch today to see the actual signal differences between my OG Droid and my Nexus and I'm not very enthused with the results...

Little background - My office is located in a pretty dense 4G area but the building seems to be the anti-christ of 4G signals. I can walk outside with my Nexus and have amazing reception (20+mbps down after a little wait to get a connection), but when I enter the building I get dropped to spotty 3G almost immediately. The cafeteria (where I was comparing 3G signals) is located on an exterior wall and said wall is almost entirely made of windows - not sure what the wireless spectrum looks like or what is in the walls, but in my opinion this doesn't seem to be the most hostile wireless environment.

While dining I was monitoring both phone's signal strength and it seems as though if I want to use my phone while at lunch I have no choice to use my 2+ year old Droid. The Droid maintained a pretty constant -98 dBm signal strength - now normally I would say this is not very good, but normally I didn't have a brand spanking new Galaxy Nexus sitting right next to the Droid. The Nexus' highest (rare and didn't maintain) signal strength was -100 dBm and was typically -120 dBm if it had a signal at all. The phone would bounce between 3G and no signal and once in a while would settle on 1xRTT. If I counted correctly I lost signal 11 times in a 30 minute period - completely unacceptable.

I guess my question for Verizon tonight is going to be whether or not it is possible that I have a bum phone (anything is possible) or if this is going to be standard for the Nexus. If this is going to be standard Nexus behavior the phone is definitely getting returned and I'll be back on my OG Droid until something else 'great' comes out.

The worst part of this whole situation is I would willingly sacrifice the 4G on my Nexus for the 3G stability of my OG Droid just to keep the new hardware/OS. Unfortunately this isn't an option and I will likely just be saddened by my journey back to mediocrity...

EDIT: Just registered a 0 dBm signal on my Nexus - probably not a good sign.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
I get the same thing between my OG Droid and my Nexus and posted my results on another thread about it. Samsung changed their OTA release date from mid-January to end of February, so I am patiently waiting.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
My fear is that they may not address the issue and I'll be 'stuck' with a phone that has amazing specs but isn't functional when I need it.

I hope for the best, but if a new device will not solve my issues I may return the phone and then buy another if/when the issues are sorted. I would rather pay a re-stocking fee then have a $300 paper weight...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
Just talked to Verizon and my question is - does anyone know what they're talking about when it comes to this phone? Overall the guy I spoke with was quite polite, but he really didn't seem to have an intimate knowledge of the device. He stated that stated that .09 is the latest revision - it is possible that he was looking at out-dated material, but who knows.

Side note - has anyone posted screenshots of the .10 revision? I don't recall seeing any...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
There are a couple schools of thought on this. Some have indicated that dropping down to android 4.0.1 resulted in a hardware revision of .08. Then, when users went to 4.0.2, the hardware revision when to .09. However, when upgrading to 4.0.3 the hardware revision stayed at .09 for the majority of users.

Now, there are a few users that have posted screenshots of their device with a .10 hardware revision. No one knows exactly what this entails. In fact, one person posted that it was rumored the elusive .10 hardware revision is really a test batch of devices from Samsung which they are trying to recall. I highly doubt that, due to the availability of them. It is not like the one galaxy nexus device that was a true developers test unit and was accidentally sold. I doubt we will get an answer anytime soon. I do however, remain hopeful.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cwoggon:
This would make sense assuming .08/.09/.10 are firmware revisions and not hardware revisions, but the fact that the fastboot screen refers to this as a "HW VERSION" makes me wonder. That and since some users are reporting better results with .10 kind of supports the fact that it could be a HW revision - though unlikely.

Do you happen to have links to the screenshots that people posted? Might be useful to have them with me when I go to Verizon tomorrow...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tannor:
Well..definitely not a HW 10..LOL

I checked the date it was manufactured 11/23/2011

Screen seems to be better so far from what I can tell. No purple tint, and while I do see some banding, it is not as noticeable on auto brightness which is what I want so I can save battery.

Phone so far seems to be in good shape for a refurb, if i had no idea it was a refurb I would say it looked to be brand new. Wonder why they returned it is my question. I was surprised how they pack it , they were really cheap putting it under this tiny little plastic film, no bubble wrap or anything.

I guess now the ultimate test is to see how the connection is. In my current device I have no problems with 3g/4g switchoff or dropping connections.

I will test it over weekend and if it good I guess I send back the HW 10 version.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] adrynalyne:
Are you certain its a refurb at all?

*#*#786#*#*

Check recondition status.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] TEK112:
What does this do? When I dial it, it just disappears.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tannor:
Well how about that...it not really a refurb...LOL

Isn't there a way to set that though from veriizon?

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i see a menu and touch view and shows status of phone
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] neok44:
So thanks to Android Polices list of 32 best apps from 2011, i found Airdroid:

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en

http://www.airdroid.com/

Honestly, i couldn't be more impressed with this app. Not only does it use no data since it goes through your wifi network, it transfers insanely fast. I transferred a 200MB wmv file in under a minute. like most of you i have had some MTP issues where things have transferred very slowly, and this was much faster.

Additionally, where as MTP will sometimes load no thumbnails of your images making it very difficult to find which one your looking for, airdroid loads them all.

it also allows you to access your contacts, sms (and even send sms!), as well as full access to the entire internal memory. You can even see all of your installed applications as well as uninstall them (requires confirmation from the phone).

honestly, i'm incredibly impressed with airdroid, and considering it's free, even more so.

just figured since i've found this app so incredibly useful, i thought it would be best to spread it around here.

i'm not the developer or anything like that, i just found it and loved it. don't think i'll ever connect my phone to the computer again.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mike216:
Thanks! Nice new tool,appreciate it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nweaver11:
Are you running ICS? I only ask bc in the market description it says there are some problems with ICS. Any truth to this? With the ratings this app has gotten, I think I have to give it a go. Over 5000 of 6000 gave it 5 stars!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Jebus99:
Been using it since I got the GNexus. Great app, haven't had any FC's at all. Only issue (not sure if it's universal) is that WiFi transfers do not work with the screen off for me, but beyond that, its great for quickly dropping in files to the phone. Great browser interface for the most part as well.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] neok44:
@nweaver: considering i'm posting this in the galaxy nexus forum, and i say i have a galaxy nexus, and the galaxy nexus can only run android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, then yes, i'm on ICS.

And yes they say they have problems with ICS, i haven't noticed any. And if you look at the reviews for the galaxy nexus then they're almost all 5 stars.

@Jebus: strange that transfers don't work with the screen off, they work just fine for me. transferred pictures and videos with the screen off. I noticed in the battery that while it's running it keeps the phone awake, for obvious reasons, it's possible that your rom or some app is interfering with it, and stopping it from having the phone awake even though the screen is off.

*edit* Oh yeah 1000 posts!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Krijs:
This looks great. Gonna download it and have a play. Wasn't too impressed with MTP so hopefully this is an adequate replacement. Accessing contacts and texting etc. is a nice extra perk too!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Just one bug so far...

The only bug I've found so far is that I fail to receive the new sms text notification on the web interface and that I have to manually refresh the conversation window - I'm using Chrome. Anyone else have this problem?

Other than that it's a great app - can't believe I didn't come across this sooner!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] myxcon:
How is this AirDroid different from MyPhoneExplorer? Not beeing sarcastic just asking a legitimate question.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] neok44:
don't seem to have that issue with firefox. you should report it to their facebook or twitter.

after looking around, airdroid looks a lot nicer, and runs in the browser instead of a separate app. aside from that they're very similar but myphoneexplorer has some more features for syncing and other things.

personally, airdroid is better for file management because of the simple windowed design, and full working thumbnails, and that it works right from your browser, so no extra application to install. aside from that, MPE is better in a few ways. i think it'll come down to your preference and what you need.

personally i'm using this for moving pictures and other files too and from the device since i can actually see thumbnails through this and not through MTP.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] hyee:
I was not aware that such things existed. My compliments to the chef!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] T-Keith:
I'm also a big fan of this app. A little slower than USB but much easier, especially in Linux. Two things I'd like to see though: Downloaded files, are in a generically named zip file, it would be nice for them to at least have an appropriate name. The other thing that would be nice is a Chrome and Firefox extension to automatically connect, so we don't have to type in a different address every time.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dalumberjack:
I was having major problems with MTP and downloaded this on my first night with my Gnex.

Amazing and saved me from much frustration. Awesome app!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] wilbur-force:
Cant get airplay to work at all :(

just says waiting ... tried in IE and Chrome.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] neok44:
@wilbur-force: don't forget to activate it in the phone first. and it works perfectly in firefox.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Machaira:
It runs like a champ in chrome for me
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DaltonST:
Nook Color ICS Alpha for CM9 & AirDroid

My Dell Studio Win7 64 laptop has not been able to succeed in loading MTP or PTP drivers for my Nook Color ICS Alpha for CM9 from XDA. I was having to pull the SD card to transfer CM9 update zips to my NC. AirDroid saved the day (week).

Thank you!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Neera:
Also loving this app. :)

The only thing that bugs me is (and maybe I am doing it wrong?) that when I upload for example a picture to my wallpaper folder on the phone Airdroid creates its own "wallpaper" folder for only the files I just uploaded instead of dropping the uploads into my already existing "wallpaper" folder that I initially selected as the upload destination.

So when I go into the gallery (stock) on my phone later on I have two folders named "wallpaper" :(

Anyone else running into this?

My "wallpaper" folder is a subfolder of my "pictures" folder on the root directory of the phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] thenbt:
thanks ill give it a go
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] hugo_prado:
I use Websharing. It is a paid app, but let you use webdav protocol. (I can access phone storage as a network share).

Also, I can stop the service. Airdroid 1.0.6 removed this option. Waiting a fix to start using it to decide between webshare and airdroid.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] idan_mo:
i personally use it on my mac and it's very useful and save my a lot of time.
[HTC Sensation] ilostchild:
Limited time only for 24 hours get a 16 micro sdcard SanDisk from

http://1saleaday.com/wireless/

Hurry before time runs out
[HTC Sensation] kpjimmy:
Class 2 btw. Might want to add that bit in the description as well. But 5 bux for 16 gigs is pretty good for a known manufacturer.
[HTC Sensation] ilostchild:
Meh when it comes to micro being at a good price, not really important dont get many offers like this, and it says all the info on the link,
[HTC Sensation] GLO:
already sold out, and deal just closing now!

Bummer
[HTC Sensation] kwbr:
Too bad, a real bargain
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] The_FNG:
.....or should I say lack of sensitivity.

I've been using my Prime for a couple of days, and I'm noticing that I'm having to touch the screen repeatedly to get something to happen.

Additionally, it seems that the touch signal isn't too accurate as it's going to the item or 'button' next to what I was attempting to actuate.

I pulled out my TF101 (long story as to why I have it again), and experience no such issues. Anyone else experiencing these issues?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Semantics:
Were you able to update the software? I remember reading on here it was supposed to deal with touch screen issues.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] monkeyboywa:
first, you do know this topic has been covered a few times right?

Second, in fact it was covered i think one or two threads above yours

third, If you've updated to .33 that might fix your problems. I have had nothing but issues with mine locking up and "jumps". this isnt an isolated issue...but I have noticed a big decrease in dead zones since .33

I'm taking mine back to GS for one of the newer jan 12th batches...and we'll see how it goes.

just a friendly reminder..please dont post a thread that is already in existence..your breaking the #1 rule.

just sayin
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] hella356:
The flashlight on T989 is probably the 2nd brightest I've seen on a phone, but nowhere near as bright as the dual-LED HTC. I loved stunning (literally, as in blinding) people with the HD2. The extra brightness came in handy many times. This is my biggest complaint about GS2, by far. :) Otherwise, I've grown to really liking it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] claud_face:
I always thought my hd2 was so bright until I tried a nexus one on cyanogen mod and I put like the super bright feature and omg that one led destroyed the hd2. It lit up an entire backyard
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] hella356:
Another thing with all the flashlight apps I've tried is that all of them have only on/off; my Kumar ROM WM6.5 flashlight app on the HD2 has low/medium/high. Anyone know if this is a hardware or Android limitation?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] hella356:
Was your HD2 on WM or Android? When I went with upgraded WM ROMs, the flashlight was way brighter than on the stock TMo, although even stock the HD2 is pretty bright.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] corwest:
You can have varying levels of brightness. The app just has to support it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] darkphantom:
lol what? really? the flashlight is your complaint?

Not the fact that the screen is low res or has issues with blobs and vertical lines?

If the flashlight was my only problem, I would have kept the phone(s).
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Longcat14:
Use CM7 with the flashlight app, and you can get some awesome brightness.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] c0080900v:
I'm not sure if this is the appropriate forum for help or not, but I didn't see a forum for Zt-180 devices.

Can anyone tell me what any of the errors on the screen mean?

I'm trying to flash a custom rom, but I haven't had any luck flashing a rom back on my zt-180 v2. Oh and I'm using a MicroSD card to flash the rom.

These YouTube videos show the errors and flashing problems I'm experiencing.

I'd post the links, but I can't just yet since I haven't reached 8 posts.

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