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[Nexus 4 General] yethz:
What issues u have in ur n4 with 4.2.1?

I havent have an issues or bugs that really noticeable, maybe i encounter minor ones but not often.

Still it is advisable to update to latest one but it doesnt means that latest is always good.

Speaking of 4.2.2 i didnt saw any major enhancements but snappier maybe because i did a clean update and we all know, a clean fresh install of an OS is less bugs and fast response system.

i did notice on 4.2.2 the display is so great, its like it has a display mods from moles, when i didnt add any and stock non rooted.

I love my Samsung Galaxy S3 (GT-I9300) but I have found

a real phone for me, Google Nexus 4 (LG-E960), Awesomeness!!
[Nexus 4 General] apatal:
A lot actually. Most noticeable is the problem with WiFi where my N4 keeps dropping connection with our office WiFi every 30 seconds or so whereas my humble Nexus S has no problems with connection. Also, my Nexus 4 heats up too much especially when I'm browsing using mobile network. Both issues I hope the new radio that came with the update would solve. Haven't had time to test it though as I'm currently on day-off. :)
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
Nothing new there. I had that with my Galaxy S and Galaxy Nexus as well as my wife's iphone 4 and Motorola Razr. Moving all that data requires extra work for the radios. It gets even warmer if the signal is weak. The only difference with the N4 and my GS1/Gnex is that it's made of glass. That is why it feels warmer as glass is much more conductive than plastic. The good news is that the heat is being released and not trapped inside... (I think).
[Nexus 4 General] yethz:
Thats what i thought also. Having a glass on back of n4 u can feel the heat in just few minutes compares to a plastic back.

And I didnt have that drop connections on my n4 both at home or at the office through wifi. Maybe its a hardware issues not JB4.2.1..

Saw many threads here saying these and those issues and others, but maybe im one of the few lucky owner of N4 coz I havent have any problems since i got it.

One thing i can say with N4 is the stock screen colors, its not that great but its okay and not poor quality but sinced moles sharing the screen mods we can have awesome display, and not to mention 4.2.2 does looks way better out of the box no addons or tweaks. Anyhow, those who have issues should try to ask for a replacement if possible. U pay for it, so u shall have what u paid for.

Sent from Galaxy S3 (GT-I9300 JB 4.1.2)

(Stock XXELLC Rom - Rooted / Status Normal)
[Nexus 4 General] apatal:
Don't get me wrong. I love my Nexus 4. :)

Oh and been testing 3G browsing since yesterday and the extraneous heating hasn't occurred since the update. Cheers. :)
[Nexus 4 General] vinbaure:
Hello everyone! I would just like to ask if there is a difference between updating via OTA and updating through adb? I've updated my phone via adb sideload? Will there be any cons on my part? Thanks!
[Nexus 4 General] apatal:
No difference. Results should be the same. :)
[Nexus 4 General] yethz:
There is... Heres what it is.

Updating via OTA is downloaded directly into ur phone. That is why called OTA update = Over The Air update and will be installed if u permit it to (it will reboot to recovery and process the installation update)

Sideload on other hand is mostly on ur pc via adb, which isnt OTA anymore, but u are updating using the files downloaded from ur phone via OTA.

Basically it is the same file u are using but different method, but still the same, it will update through recovery (stock recovery)

Above answer is correct, I just break it little explanation for small clarifications LOL...

Cons: If the updated files got some bugs, it will be the same bugs on different methods coz its the same zip files used.

Good eve guys. Just dropping by (walang magawa heheh)
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
OK got the rearth ringke fusion from amazon. Got my own my-shippingbox acct. Thanks miss bugnoy710. I can't seem to use Google play store with it. It doesn't accept my billing address the way amazon does. Amazon allows separate billing and shipping address.
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Are you using my-shoppingbox in conjunction with Globe's Gcash Amex virtual pay? I was just able to order the bumper from them this way with the help of hotspotshield.
[Nexus 4 General] bugnoy710:
Regarding Gcash-Amex, I haven't tried purchasing from Google play. What I know is that it can be used in Google app store, and I can verify it can be used in apple app store *gasp, two-timer :p*
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
I just used a BPI credit card to pay. I normally use paypal in everything but this time Amazon and Google Play doesn't accept it. Amazon accepts the mastercard so I'm not sure why Google Play doesn't. I think it's the billing address. I put a local billing address instead of a US one. They don't separate the shipping from the billing address.
[Nexus 4 General] bugnoy710:
Well if your using the address msb provided, no problem. Do remember that as written in the msb faqs, shipping charge will depend on either the weight of the product or its dimensional weight, depending on which is higher. I don't know if JAC has the same computation but it's best to compare and choose which one you find more affordable and convenient for you.
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
I've been to JAC two weeks ago and they said they are overwhelmed by orders. If I wanted to use their cardles purchase service its $25 service fee with a minimum of 3 items + tax + shipping costs. I wanted to buy the charging orb but at 3pcs + $25 service charge +tax +shipping I don't think its a good deal.

The $5 annual fee + msb shipping cost seems pretty much cheaper. Anyway I just tried it on some cheap stuff. I got the pre-order of the ringke fusion to test it. It's $11 off the sticker price so I got 2 pcs.

If this turns out good I'd probably shop my oakleys directly from oakley us and not wait for a balikbayan box from my mom. It's probably 3-5k less than the mall price.
[Nexus 4 General] exdas:
How do you guys clean the front speaker grill? I noticed some dust collecting there and it is reaaaaally irritating.
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Nope. Although mine is inside a pouch when not in use so there's no dust currently.
[Nexus 4 General] ijustzeke:
get a toothpic then at the pointy end attach a small amount of wet cotton then clean the speaker grill.
[Nexus 4 General] newbie4life:
Use a small paint brush..
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
I use that brush women use on their face to dust/clean my electronics.
[Nexus 4 General] shadow071506:
does anyone here have a nominal binning nexus 4 who also UV their phone? need help with UV set up on mine :)
[Nexus 4 General] eric_son:
Go to a car accessory shop and look for a detailing brush used for dashboards. Those have very fine bristles that will clean very well, but won't scratch the plastic trim next to the front speaker opening.
[Nexus 4 General] digitallysick:
How do you guys buy things from the google play store in the Philippines? All i have is a stupid BDO atm card, which is useless online and overseas. Any ideas?
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Try using Globe's Gcash American Express Virtual Pay service. Its like a prepaid card that acts like a credit card that gives you a US billing and shipping address. All you need after is a VPN or an app like hotspotshield.
[Nexus 4 General] mundixx:
You should get a credit card. Trust me, you'll really use it ^_^

Sent from my AOSPA Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
Okay. Got the bestskinever total body case optimized. I noticed the back cover is smaller than the OEM plastic sheet. The front is wider. Putting it was a pain in the !@# and unlike most tutorials I found out that water is the best solution to use. It doesn't slide as much as shampoo solution but it sticks better. My only problem is that I left some bubbles . The material is super oleophobic and doesn't seem to scratch unlike plastic. It's like 3M car window tint.

I'll probably sell 2 Total Body Case optimized skins. PM me if you like it so we can set a meetup.
[Nexus 4 General] shaider_516:
Or get a smart money card, it works as a debit card. You can use it on google market, paypal, etc..

Just reload it if you wanna buy something online.

sent from my awesome nexus 4
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
Is it still in the same regular sized envelope or have they changed their packaging? I remember you mentioned you had to pick it up from the post office
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
Large hard USPS envelope but inside there is a letter envelope with the screen protectors.
[Nexus 4 General] eric_son:
How's the front side? Does it have any orange peel?
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
Wet installed protectors almost always has orange peel. One of the least to produce this is bse. The worst kinds are zagg, sgp flex and xtremeguard
[Nexus 4 General] digitallysick:
I've been living here 2 years, working at a decent job but BDO denied my credit card request, probably because i'm a foreigner . But I am a perm resident (official) I wasnt given any reason i was denied. I'm sure i make enough ;)
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Wait, so you don't have any old cc's from your country of origin?
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
You could open an account with them. I was sent a cc by bdo because I have an account. You could also try citi. I think they're pretty aggressive right now. They sent me additional cards without me asking. Had to cut them though
[Nexus 4 General] Misledz:
Hi guys, ok so I live in the heart of Cebu, Cebu City.

Now despite going around (Travelling isn't an issue woo) I've been to Ayala, SM, Country Mall, Shopwise. You name it and I can't find a single retail store that sells even a third party to the first class bumper/covers. Went to Capdase in SM and the guy was like "Nexus 4? is that even real?" and I was like "yes... >_>" (This was 2 months ago) and I've been going back and forth looking for one and I can't seem to find a bloody case!

Hahayz, pagod naman -.- ung last option sa ebay pero ayoko sa ebay. Call me impatient but I'd like to quality test before I can grab it. The official N4 bumper is a ripoff. Wouldn't buy it, rather I heard Cruzerlite was the way to go.

Edit : Purchased this.

http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/lg/nexus-4/pre-order-xda-developers-nexus-4-case

Totally worth it :) any other recommendations?
[Nexus 4 General] mixtapes08:
Try gizmoshields on facebook.. Cruzerlite designed cases are not really advisable. Their paint designs can be feel off easily..

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Nexus 4 General] apatal:
After my poetic borderline bumper fell apart, I bought a nillkin superfrosted shield from Gizmoshield, even though I have reservations since it's a case that would hide the glittery back (which I like to show off). When I got it though, I find that I like how slim and slick it looks with the phone. Pressing the hardware buttons with the case on takes some getting used to but all in all, it's a great option for those looking for protection for their N4. :)
[Nexus 4 General] Misledz:
Thanks tol for the recommendation :) but then again any case is better than none. Paid 22 dorrah for it with international charge

Well I'm hoping at least some cheap ass gel case would do the trick lol but thanks tol
[Nexus 4 General] cYbOrG5:
Capdase plastic at maze Ayala. I though it was jellycase...waaaa 750 petots with shield
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Finally got my official bumper from the play store yesterday. Looks good, although its a bit loose in some areas. Finally got the OTA updates for both my N4 and N7 at the same time.
[Nexus 4 General] cYbOrG5:
@SonicYan, you were able to order at playstore from phils?
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Nope, ordered from US playstore. I used Hotspotshield VPN app to access it, then used Globe's Gcash Amex Virtual pay. Arrived here in less than 2 weeks. Total cost was around $27.73 + Php400+ shipped to my door.
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
Hmmm... Ron?
[Nexus 4 General] Misledz:
For future references can you please elaborate how you got it shipped here in Philippines. I'd like to order a lot of **** from US play store. I have a credit card and both smart and globe sim for the gcash method
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Nope, sorry. I do know a Ron though.
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
Oh ok. I thought you were him. He also mentioned just getting his original bumper

Flowed and Tapped from my Nexus
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
First, I downloaded this app:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hotspotshield.android.vpn

so I could access the play store. I ordered using my N7.

I then used this service from Globe, which is called Gcash American Express Virtual Pay service.

https://mygcash.globe.com.ph/gcashamex/ (the link will give you an untrusted or warning from your browser but proceed anyway)

This service is basically like a debit card that acts like a credit card that you fund with Gcash credits. The service is free for a month, then they have a subscription fee. I paid Php 250 for one year but there are smaller denominations. The service gives you a usable credit card number and expiry date. The security code is texted to you. You also get a US billing address, and an included subscription to myshoppingbox.com. (www.my-shoppingbox.com) Its basically a cargo forwarder that gives you a US shipping address so you can use this address when you shop online. They then shipped it straight to my door.

So now you have everything you need to order. Oddly enough, after that transaction, I can now access the US play store without opening up hotspotshield.

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For accesories, all I need now is a screen protector. I'm waiting on Applewerkz's shipment of Spigen Ultra Oleophobic dual to come in. Want-to-haves for the phone are another pouch and the wireless charger from the play store. I really want that black neoprene android pouch for the note 2, the one similar to the one I have on my N1. The red Mofi pouch I have, although great for protection, doesn't match the whole look of the phone. :P
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
I have all of those you want except the wireless charger. Just get the spigen from amazon. 2 weeks and a hundred cheaper. The neoprene pouch is still available in eBay so you might want to go to that direction
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Guess I'll look for that link you posted. Just waited for Chinese New Year to pass so my order gets processed quicker. :P
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
Does the smart money card work the same way, ie, give you a US billing address? I don't really need the forwarder as I'm mostly interested in buying music. There is just some music you can't find here. I've used itunes before, but buying apple prepaid cards (or whatever they're called) and firing up my ancient macbook from 2008 just for itunes just isn't worth the trouble.
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
If you're talking about Smart's version of GCash, from what I have just read right now on FAQs, no it doesn't give you a US billing address.

And I edited my original post for errors. The whole gcash service is free for a month, then you pay a subscription fee. The forwarder is included in the subscription fee, so if you just plan on buying apps or songs with it, that won't be a problem either.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
I see. Thanks. My wife is on globe, so I'll just use her account. Thanks for the info.
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
Same here. Although had to manually update my Nexus 7 because it was rooted with cwm. The problem with it is I had beats audio installed and it altered some system files. I had to use adb and fastboot to flash the ota files for tilapia/nakasig. Android 4.2.2 is a pain in the ass. You have to have adb updated and certify your pc otherwise you get a device offline when you use adb and fastboot to install custom recovery.

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Did you use the my-shippingbox address as your billing address? Google play doesn't let me use my Philippine address? It invalidates my credit card. I already used my card at amazon so I think the address is the problem
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Yep, I used the US address that the Amex virtual pay system provided, which is the same address for your myshoppingbox account.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
I just visited the Globe Gcash site and did some reading. It seems that you have top up your virtual card first before using it, like a prepaid card. Is this correct? And you can only use your bank account to top it up? I was hoping to just link my credit card to it or get it charged to my globe bill.
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Unfortunately, you are right. Its pretty much a prepaid card.
[Nexus 4 General] GalaxyNexusPH:
Just changed my Google Play billing and delivery address to my-shippingbox. Google Play now accepts my BPI credit card. I can now purchase items on the US Google Play store.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
I went to my-shoppingbox.com and noticed they have a promo for BDO cardholders. It's a free 1-year subscription but you have to use it within 90 days or they will cancel your registration. My question is. if I plug in my my-shoppingbox address in google play, and they cancel it after 90 days, will I have problems with google play?
[Nexus 4 General] SonicYan:
Not sure what problem will arise, but I'm sure you will have a problem with the Play Store if your billing and shipping address don't match.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
I don't really need tohave anything shipped. I just want to be able to buy music. Well, I signed up with my-shoppingbox and changed my billing address, but I still can't buy. I have hotspot vpn activated and it still tells me my country is unsopported. Do I have to enter a different card?
[Nexus 4 General] antikryst:
the play store requires a US credit card for devices.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
Even for music? So the Globe amex card is read as a US issued credit card then?
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
If it's just music, you can use a local card with local address. I've used my citi card to purchase thru Google music. Just needed a vpn to access us play store
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
Any other recommendations besides hotspot vpn? That doesn't seem to be working for me.
[Nexus 4 General] dancedreamfly:
Try Hideman VPN or DroidVPN.
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
The last time I used a free vpn was last year. It's superfreevpn. Somehow I can't get the site to load anymore. Haven't the need to use again lately

Flowed and Tapped from my Nexus
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
All right, I'll give those a try. Thanks.

Once I've made my first purchase, will I still need to use VPN for any succeeding purchases I make at google music?
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
Yep. Play store reverts back to the local settings after

Flowed and Tapped from my Nexus
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
None of the VPNs are working. I can browse the pages, no problem, but as soon as I sign in, it tells me the items are unavailable in my country. Why do they make it so hard to buy music? Ugh!
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
I'm interested in this as well. I downloaded hideman and connected to it. How exactly does it work? I remember before with superfreevpn I'd turn off my location settings then reboot then connect and when I open play store, I get the US interface. With this it seems to be the same local play store. Could you clarify on the proper procedure?

Flowed and Tapped from my Nexus
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
I suspect they changed things from the last time you used the music store. Maybe now, as with devices, you need a US issued credit card. The globe amex card seems to act as one, based on previous posts.
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
I wouldn't know. I do know someone who bought an n4 last month using a local card and had his address changed to jac and he didn't have issues. Gonna see if we can get some extra tips

Flowed and Tapped from my Nexus
[Nexus 4 General] bugnoy710:
Maybe you can try deleting cache history? I tried doing this when accessing the google store while hotspotshield is on.

I haven't tried purchasing anything in the Google play store yet though...
[Nexus 4 General] dancedreamfly:
I'm sorry, I was merely suggesting Hideman as an alternative to Hotspot Shield. I have no experience using it to buy apps or music but only for Play Store purchases (wireless orb and bumper).

As for Google Music, I'm able to access it although my credit card is locally issued:

This may have something to do with the settings I changed in my Google account when I ordered the N4. I put a US address for billing and shipping and that's how my order went through.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
What the-?! How did you do that? What credit card are you using, if I may ask.

EDIT: by the way, do you have to use VPN every time you access the music store?
[Nexus 4 General] dancedreamfly:
I am using an RCBC Bankard credit card. I've never had to use VPN except to buy physical items from the Play Store (the Nexus 4 itself, Wireless Charging Orb, and the bumper). Here are the steps I took before to fake a US location for Google Wallet & Play Store:

1. Connect to a VPN on a PC/Mac. I used Hotspot Shield on a Mac.

2. Log on to Google Wallet.

3. Click the gear icon (right hand side).

4. Under the General tab, make sure language is set to US English, Home address is a US address, and Phone number is a US number.

5. Under the Address book tab, add the same US address you used for your home address.

6. Go to Payment methods, add your CC, and indicate the same US address you used as your billing address.

Clear Play Store data and cache on your N4. When you load Play Store again, *I think* you'll be able to access the Music Store.

Take note that I did not perform those steps for the purpose of accessing the Music Store. I did it to be able to buy the physical items from Play Store. But I think this is why I have access to the Music Store.
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
Well, I finally managed to buy music. It seems that I had to delete all previous credit card info first. Changing the address of an existing card doesn't work. Then, I input my old credit card again but this time with a US address. Then from there, I was able to access music from the play store app.

No VPN required.
[Nexus 4 General] trixnix:
Will try this. :)
[Nexus 4 General] thephantom:
Good work. I might give this one a try also instead of using a vpn
[Nexus 4 General] j.go:
Update: I was wondering if I got lucky, or what I did really works. And so, I erased my credit card info again, ie, no payment method. Result: no problem, I could easily access the music store. On to step 2: I re-entered my credit card info with a local address. Result: back to apps only. On to step 3: remove all credit card info again. Result: still apps only. Step 4: Credit card with US address. Result: apps only. Conclusion: it was a fluke. :(

The good news, though, is that I can still access the music I bought via google music manager on the desktop or music.google.com on the browser. It's only when I try to shop that I am redirected to the "not available in your country" page.

Other observations: I have 2 accounts. One is the shared account where all purchases are made. That's where I put my credit card info. The other account is my contacts and personal email. I've never attached a payment method to it. Without VPN, as expected, I only get the app store for both. With VPN, with the shared account I only get the app store, but with my personal account, I get the full play store.

So I suspect that if:

1. I activate VPN;

2. add a new account via the play store app;

3. browse for music;

4. and I attach a credit card with a US address, which if you do via the play store app, they will only ask for the ZIP code and a valid US number;

Then, I should be able to buy music again. I will probably try this when I buy more music in the future.

EDIT: OK, I'm not so sure about #4. If you input payment for the first time, they might ask for a full billing/shipping address.
[Nexus 4 General] digitallysick:
I got a poetic bumper, and i don't like it. It feels like cheap plastic its not rubbery at all. So its terrible if you want any real grip sadly