yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nexus 5X General] ananbanka:
There's a reason its called a Prototype

LG would have to manufacture several phones and distribute it for testing. It makes no sense to put in 32GB of storage and send it for testing.

These phones won't be sold again. Why go through the extra expenses?

8GB or 32GB, won't make any difference for testing.

The whole point of the prototype is only to see if the hardware is working well with the software and the connectivity.

As for LTE, they probably will tie up with a service provider and offer it as another phone model like they did with the Galaxy Nexus(Sprint/Verizon). It's a possibility.

They obviously wouldn't make a world phone with LTE because different countries have different bands.

All the other specifications seem high end and suits a Nexus.

And I doubt it'll be priced low either. With Galaxy Nexus getting an update i9260, it'll stay the same or go up.

This will definitely cost about $450 or up.

So I really don't think we should be worried about storage, or what the back cover looks like for that matter! :)
[Nexus 5X General] chaos90222:
Really no sd slot? ??That will really make me upset
[Nexus 5X General] navahoo:
wondering what happend to my previous post... :confused:

who´s in charge for cleaning threads? admin and thread starter?
[Nexus 5X General] Livebyte:
It makes me upset you fail to realise its expected after Nexus S & Galaxy Nexus having no SD-card slot. :eek:
[Nexus 5X General] gagdude:
Still $500. They'd have to make it $7.50 a month for 20 months to make it equal to the one on Google Play
[Nexus 5X General] 0.0:
Its such a rip off. I can't believe it

Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 4G
[Nexus 5X General] jark99:
On Rogers, i pay a flat fee of $250 roughly and keep the phone without paying extra fees

Sent from my Nexus S
[Nexus 5X General] iucidium:
Carphone warehouse (UK) to get demo device(s) next week, post re-fit.
[Nexus 5X General] arnold.nyhm:
Just a few reviews and articles you may find worth spending your time on:

Nexus 4 review

By Brad Molen posted Nov 2nd 2012 11:00AM

www%2eengadget%2ecom/2012/11/02/nexus-4-review/

Nexus 4 review: The new flagship Android device has almost everything you've been waiting for... almost

By Joshua Topolsky on November 2, 2012 11:02 am

www%2etheverge%2ecom/2012/11/2/3589280/google-nexus-4-review

www%2eandroidcentral%2ecom/lg-nexus-4

www%2eandroidcentral%2ecom/here-s-what-lg-s-nexus-4-looks-inside

static%2eandroidnext%2ede/nexus-4-akku-02%2ejpg

replace "%2e" with "." like sed 's/%2e/\./g'
[Nexus 5X General] eep2378:
Complete list of reviews here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1966308
[Nexus 5X General] 309041291a:
Who else is concerned about the Navbar size/bottom of the phone?

In the Gnex the bottom and top of the phone (only considering screen size) were different. The top was longer and the bottom shorter. This was to acomadate for the Navbar size and prevent 'irregular' sizes on the phone. Basically, the navbar made the top and bottom of the phone equal.

But now with the LGnex the top and bottom are already the same size... So the navbar just adds extra length to the bottom of the phone. It's most noticeable and annoying in landscape mode.

Anyone else find that annoying and visually unpleasing? I really want the phone but I don't want to have that uneven look the NS has when you try to add navbars to it....

You know what I mean?

Nexus S (GSM i9020a)

AOKP (Build 5 - 4.1.2)

Matrix Kernel (23.5 - CFS)

Ondemmand (Screen On) (800/100)

Ondemmand (Screen Off) (400/100)

Deep Idle (N/A - Deadline)

BLX (N/A - Inverted Apps)

Black Exodus (Stock Voltage)
[Nexus 5X General] funkyblue04:
People need to understand a Nexus device WILL NOT have a SD Slot. It is that simple.

http://www.androidcentral.com/why-nexus-devices-have-no-sd-card

What we need is more internal storage to make up for it.

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They haven't but they have not been far off.
[Nexus 5X General] risktaker84:
Ok massive changes to the interior, no doubt I gotta give props to Google. I have even come to terms the brand is going to be LG (not a fan) and its final. But am I going to sell my soul to get a same looking device that came out last year? No.

Don't you see the dissapointment among GNex users around? Remember the evolution of hardware is always great but it needs a compatiable software to stay ahead of the competition.

GNex and 4.1.2 update are perfect example of hardware and software operating in harmony.
[Nexus 5X General] Jaxidian:
You all realize that the first GNex devices that were seen in the wild also had 8GB storage, right? This isn't a new thing.
[Nexus 5X General] zymo:
It makes no sense to build just a few Prototypes for testing with minor different hardware. When you do your orders on electronic parts like CPUs, camera sensors and storage, you'll get thousand/millions of that delivered. The more you order/buy the cheaper the parts. So it doesn't make sense to order some parts for a prototype device which will not go into final production unit. You take what you already have.

And since the Nexus 7 which has no cellular to make use of cloud storage on the go was introduced with only 8GB storage, I'm sure that the Optimus Nexus will be released with a 8GB version too. Maybe there will be Verizon version with 32GB, but I'm expecting initial versions hitting the play store to have 8 and 16GB storage.
[Nexus 5X General] dreamsforgotten:
That's that killer, I got 32 on my gnex w Sprint and no music or movies I'm using 20 gigs with backups, a rom, kernel, and my apps. 8g, I would need an otg cable hanging out the thing to load my apps :( And now no removable battery, No thanks Google I said I didn't want an iPhone.
[Nexus 5X General] funkyblue04:
Yep. Another crippled Nexus device.
[Nexus 5X General] zymo:
Really? Sorry, but I haven't heard of such devices in the wild. Do you have any source, I just googled but couldn't find it.
[Nexus 5X General] raze599:
From that Carphone Warehouse rumour that said theres going to be a white version, I just made a quick photoshop mockup to see what it would look like. Doesnt look too bad but I prefer the black one to be honest.
[Nexus 5X General] vido.ardes:
So here are the laundry list of "fails" which is why this device is "crippled" will "crash hard":

- No microSD slot

- No removable battery

- Only 8GB storage

Didn't really hurt the iPhone did it? Google are building a new Nexus for the mass market, this is no longer just a geeks wet dream. They have to keep down costs somehow, and to make it thin and durable the removable battery has to go.

Personally, I can't wait for this phone. LG have fantastic screens, and with a nice design (based off the Galaxy nexus by all accounts) and stock Android, this will be perfect.
[Nexus 5X General] ddpacino:
My Verizon Nexus has 32GB... and I love it, althought I only use59-60% most times, ROMS backups and the like.

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^^AND HOW.

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50% chance that it'll only have a white back, that fugly mulatto look.
[Nexus 5X General] heat361:
Racist lol
[Nexus 5X General] dreamsforgotten:
There's still hope Sammy will be releasing as well I'm not upgrading till May so I can see what develops. Sounds tedious unless you are power user I envy you who can live cloud based.
[Nexus 5X General] brar.arsh:
Wow.. Awesome specs.. My S3 just got a setback.. :p
[Nexus 5X General] funkyblue04:
You forget the iPhone has all sizes including 64gb.
[Nexus 5X General] winner00:
I did a hangout with the guy that owns the one thats in a case and they weren't that impressive. Probably because its a prototype and isn't optimized yet. Quadrant was right under the One X and Antutu was about 9600.
[Nexus 5X General] heat361:
That one was a very early prototype since it was still in the case
[Nexus 5X General] ananbanka:
I agree! I was just trying to say that it wouldn't be limited to just 8GB and that testers need not be given devices with more storage! :)
[Nexus 5X General] le0.br4zuc4:
I could probably go with a 16GB but the real problem is NO LTE. It's almost a sin not to release a phone with all those amazing specs but with 8GB internal memory and no LTE.

Oh, this phone should also have a 13MP camera.
[Nexus 5X General] lynyrd65:
This is for the unlocked international version. You can be sure heavily subsidized carrier versions will have 16 gig storage minimum and LTE for sure.

But with T-Mobile DC-HSPA+42 that's as fast as LTE anyway and the $45 straight talk unlimited plans, why bother?

I would be willing to bet that the 8 gig storage choice was to get the phone below a certain price point too. How's a $300 Google Nexus G sound? Something disruptive this way cometh.
[Nexus 5X General] decepticon:
*sees Optimus Nexus * Hmmm

*looks down at Galaxy Nexus* :)

I'll pass
[Nexus 5X General] Chad_Petree:
The iPhone doesn't have a 8 GB model :) apple realized 8 GB nowadays in a smartphone is absurd ! Google should realize it too
[Nexus 5X General] MistaButters:
It's "couldn't care less"
[Nexus 5X General] dreamsforgotten:
Lmao
[Nexus 5X General] le0.br4zuc4:
My problem is I have 8 lines on VZW so it would be great to have the new Nexus on vzw... Time will tell me what to do :D
[Nexus 5X General] samarth1:
I can't believe the silly negativity towards this device here and the various android blogs. The device shown is still a prototype, and as such, was not meant to be seen by the general public. Stop drawing conclusions and vilifying what will theoretically be the best android device out on pure specs alone. You do realize that this is the first time since the Nexus One that a nexus device has had absolutely top of the line specs running pure Android, right? Isn't that quintessentially what the nexus program is about? Quit whining about SD card slots when you know the exact reason Google is moving away from them since 2010, for god sakes. Need more storage? Go buy another android phone, there are some excellent choices like the Optimus G, the GSIII, RAZR HD Maxx, and the OneX+, all from different manufacturers who bring their own sensibilities. But, be prepared to pay upwards of $550 for them if you want it unlocked, unlike buying straight from Google. Seriously, how do you ignore the fact that it has a Quad Core S4 Pro (the fastest SoC currently made available to OEMs), 2GB of RAM, and a 4.7in IPS LCD (non-pentile) display? And if the Optimus G serves as inspiration, we will see a 2100mAh battery as well. At least wait till the official announcement before forming an opinion on something, and take everything you have seen so far with a grain of salt.
[Nexus 5X General] vince451:
What about the Battery ? Is it a 2100mAh ?
[Nexus 5X General] funkyblue04:
It will not be top of the line without 32gb. I Simple as that.

I also have a 2100 battery now and have to carry a spare battery if I want to last into the night. Unless it has double the battery life non-removable will be another issue.

What we want is a high specced stock Android phone.
[Nexus 5X General] samarth1:
And exactly how is the LG Nexus not top of the line? Just because you need 32gb, doesn't mean everyone needs or wants that. There is a reason why 32gb costs more than 16 and 8gb devices. Again, having a 2100mah battery on your current phone doesn't automatically mean that battery life will be ****ty on this nexus. Assessing mAh as an indicator for battery life is foolish, as the iPhone 5 and its 1434mAh battery has taught us. Its all about how the core software has been optimized to manage power, and the S4 is about the best you can get of any current SoC available with regards to efficiency. There's a reason why every single LTE phone launched in the past year has used that SoC.
[Nexus 5X General] funkyblue04:
Sigh. So how will it be top of the line if crippled by lack of storage?
[Nexus 5X General] Anubis007:
that needed to be said.

sealed battery? well almost every major OEM's flagship out there has a unibody design (Sony, HTC, LG, Motorola). besides the 2100 mAh of the Galaxy S3 seems to be doing a great job with a less efficient chipset.

8gb of non-expandable memory? 1- it's a rumor based on an F'in prototype 2- Google made it clear that there's no SD card for Nexus, whining about is just nerving.

it's a very promising device if people can put in mind that it has next year's hardware running the best mobile OS there is.
[Nexus 5X General] Drzfr3shboialex:
The galaxy nexus (when being tested) did not have neither the Google logo or at least 16gb. Its a prototype, wait until the final product to make a choice.
[Nexus 5X General] eservant:
If this does indeed have the same processor as the Optimus G (snapdragon s4 pro quadcore) it does support DC-HSDPA. The attached pdf file states it.
[Nexus 5X General] samarth1:
Uh, ok. Get past the mind block of the rumored 8gb and 16gb sizes for one freaking minute, and see below:

1. Quad-core S4 Pro at 1.5GHz

2. 2GB RAM

3. 4.7in TrueHD IPS+ LCD with in-cell technology.

4. 8MP BSI camera with a 1.3MP 720p front facing camera.

5. 2100mAh battery with LG Chem's new 800 charge cycle technology.

So again, why exactly is this not top of the line for you? And please don't bring up a non-removable battery and lack of SD Card slot, it has been done to death already. Show me another android phone that runs Stock Jelly Bean with those specs.
[Nexus 5X General] vygi:
I hope the guy had a good sleep ("enough ist enough!") and will be back soon.

Some other random remarks:

- the "problem" non-removable battery is IMHO massively exaggerated. I never had a smartphone with fixed battery before, but I also never needed to replace it, on the way or at home. I had a bigger (2000 mAh) replacement for the SGS2, though.... but used it permanently.

- missing MicroSD? "No go" for some users but not any problem to me. Even 8 GB would be enough.

- I am very happy to see that the display of LG Optimus G (= LG Nexus?) is about twice as bright as the SuperAMOLED of Galaxy S3.
[Nexus 5X General] TheTehk17:
Actually,

The reason the US SIII uses an S4 was because the Exynos 4 Quad was not ready for LTE capabilities right then (it is now, and that is why the Note II has an Exynos 4 Quad and LTE). Same with the HTC One X, and look- the recently announced One X+ has a Tegra 3 and LTE.

//

Anyway, I will not be getting this phone, assuming that the specs and photographs in this thread are real. No microHDMI/MHL functionality (as far as we know, but this could be proved otherwise), no microSD card slot, and nonremovable battery (I regularly use these last two items on my current Android devices). I also think the bezel on the top and bottom is unnecessarily large, but this is more of an annoyance than a real issue. I don't have a problem with LG's recent build quality or anything else people are complaining about, as this phone is probably different, but I am worried about the glass on the back.
[Nexus 5X General] Etihad:
I am ok with the specs. But please Google & LG, please with at least 32 GB storage. I would go for a 64 GB, 32 GB is minimum.
[Nexus 5X General] radiohead14:
i'm more curious about that LG Chocolate!
[Nexus 5X General] samarth1:
Yes, one of the reasons why the S4 was used for LTE phones was because it was the only option for most OEMs and carriers, since it was the only one with support for LTE. But, think about it this way: Do you think that if the S4 wasn't adequate enough in terms of power and battery life, nearly every OEM would have used it on their flagship device? Moreover something as hyped as the GSIII, which has already sold 20 million in this country alone.

I respect the fact that you have decided that this phone is not for you. I don't think it is Google's intention either to please everyone with 1 Jesus device like a certain fruit company does. That's what makes android beautiful: choice. But, I would also request you to hold off judgment on the "purported" glass back of the LG Nexus until we see some official press shots and reviews on the long term effects of such a back "should" it indeed be made of glass. What we are seeing right now is a prototype, of which there can be several of, and as long as Google doesn't make it official and put it up for pre-order, regard everything you see and hear with doubt. Don't get sucked in by the negativity or the positivity attached to this device by people, including me. Remain objective.
[Nexus 5X General] Dom_Da_Dude:
Storage

Does it allow for external storage? if so up to how much.
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
Photon Q - SIM CARD MOD

This mod works on all gsm/umts networks - after edit NV on USA networks too.

kabaldan : In cm-11.0 since Apr 30 2015, cm-12.0 since Feb 24 2015 or any cm-12.1/13.0 builds, you can execute 'unlock-us-gsm' command in a root enabled terminal emulator app or adb shell.

What is needed:

Soldering Station, Hot Air Rework Station with Nozzle Straight approx Ø7mm Dia, Solder Flux (not important), Tweezer, Small wires (you can use bonding wire from old headphones), Screwdriver and Good Nerves

Unsolder Metal Cover ans SIM IC:

First remove keyboard foil to avoid damaging with the hot air!

Set Hotair temperature to 420~430°C and pressure to thirt.

...on IC apply Flux

Check video:

[youtube]1D1QltRk0Zw[/youtube] [youtube]cztjA2csgeE[/youtube]

SIM Card Connection:

MY FINAL PRODUCT VIDEO:

[youtube]q5GWU2FHstY[/youtube]

if you want do this mod from me...just contact me via PM or my "photon q" email phqmod@gmail.com

...approx 600+ photons was modded by me :)

I GIVE FOR ALL XT897 MODDED BY ME WARRANTY FOR SIM MOD

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Special thanks to member ikv for lent his Photon Q for modding

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[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] olegfusion:
You are awesome
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] firescotti255:
Nice Mod. What phone's does it work on?
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] arrrghhh:
Wow, that is impressive...

Would like to see how you did this mod - it seems like you had to break the device open, no?

Very nice work regardless :).

Hah, check what section you're in. Photon Q - it has a 'fixed' SIM which evidently isn't that 'fixed' ;).
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
...YES...Must be opened.Please. wait util tomorrow for my "manual". :)
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] KitsunePaws:
Nice, can I see the pcb work involved?
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] ikv:
I am just curious if there will be enough space for a sim card reader.

Maybe you could use a nano-simcard reader or some kind of modification of reader.

I mean it could be possible to use just contacts from reader or something like this.

In any case I suppose this is only phone from spirit with different sim card and in Czech republic.

I am looking forward to have it back in my hands ;)

How have you solved the power source for sim?
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
It was not needed. Check top for updates.

Now is problem with space for sim card reader - because the place near sd reader is small for classic sim and micro sim...and i have not nano sim reader.

...so wait for more updates :)
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] cloud_9:
OMG...speechless...:good:

cant wait to have the written manual ;)
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] d0u8l3m:
Would this be small enough? Or does it have to be nano =[

http://www.gradconn.com/sim-holders/receiver-type-sim-connectors.asp

Look at the CH03-AL one
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
Height: 1.8mm....and i have approx 0.8mm :(
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] abbie7:
Thank you for sharing this mod!

How do you connect the sim card? With a sim card connector? Or do you solder direct to your sim card?
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
now is inside my test sim - so is soldered directly :)

edit...So only place, where can be added sim slot is here and only micro sim:
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] KB112:
Bravo! Awesome work my friend.
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] abbie7:
How difficult is it to disassemble and reassemble the device after the mod?
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
it's "simple" :)
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] agazza:
I need to buy this service from you, how much, if i send you a simcard from sweden?

sent from phone
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
...but i have not Photon Q for sale :( ... and these on pictures is testing unit and is not my.

GOOD NEWS.....Vodafone 3G internet now works too :) :) :)

Original Wifi Tether not work, but Wifi Tether for Root Users from market run well :)
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] americanpittbull:
Start a business ;). Would be really nice if there will be the possibility to install a sim card reader. ;)
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
hehehe :) Thank You :) ....But this is not simple - postage to me (Czech Republic ) is approx $20, then maybe customs, then shipping back $20 = this is $40 for shipping and without customs :(
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] ogrfnkl:
Trouble is, I haven't seen Photon Q replacement batteries for sale anywhere -- not on eBay or Amazon, or anywhere else. I guess it could probably be ordered from Motorola... Since the battery is deemed as "non-replaceable", however, I doubt there will ever be any significant aftermarket offering for this phone. So, if one were to go to the trouble of replacing the battery, it would make sense to try and adapt a larger battery (larger in capacity, not in physical dimensions, of course). But here is the question: do all (or most) comparable phone batteries have the same voltage/current characteristics and will they be compatible with the charging/metering circuitry in Photon Q?
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] CornholioGSM:
...yes - same voltage 3.7V. Photon Q battery have two pins.
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] gabrielnic:
Hey guys, I am interested in this phone/mod but I have a few quick questions:

1. Will a bad esn phone work for this mod? I did not find a definite answer in the thread.

2. Is there any software hacking required, after the hardware has been hacked?

3. Has anyone tried it on the Fido network in Canada? As far as I know they are the same as Rogers so it should be fine.

Thank you in advance.
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] Lokifish Marz:
As much as I hate Moto, wife needed a decent slider on Sprint so I ended up buying her one. After reading through this thread I have some questions/ideas.

Q1- U.S. carrier SIM and service support. There's "It should work" comments but no concrete "Tested and it does/doesn't work". Could somebody verify U.S. carrier SIM and service please? A prepaid MVNO like H20 or Straight Talk would likely be the best to test with as they use AT&T and T-Mo towers.

Q2- If nano SIM connectors are an issue, what is the feasibility of hard wiring the microsd and replacing the SD connector with a SIM connector? For those that travel a lot, you tend to swap SIMs more often than sdcards.

Freebie if Q2 is not feasible- Establish an ideal location for a SIM card and make a printed ribbon cable for the mod. The cable would have a "holder" for the SIM card, think nano adapter cut to fit. SIM card contact made via pressure to exposed area on printed ribbon cable. The process would be;

1-remove SIM chip

2-cut "port" in IO shield

3-line up and solder into place

4-place SIM card on contact area (double sided tape or tape card into place)

5-reassemble phone

6-profit!

To give you a better idea

This would standardize the mod and cut down mod time.

Edit;

If still looking for iPhone5 nano SIM slots, found them!
[Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE] ftaka:
Does anyone know what value those capacitors next to the embedded sim chip are? It appears I lost a few of them as I took the chip off.