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[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
The journey of my Nexus 4

Here is my experience of ordering and finally getting the Nexus 4 in my hands. Might be a long post but hope it helps ppl

Apr 5: Ordered from play store using my Standard Chartered credit card. Status went from pre-ordered to pending on the same day.

Apr 6: Still pending. I was hoping against hope that my order won't get canceled. Gave myself solace saying its the weekend, it will ship on Monday.

Apr 7: Order Canceled.

Apr 8: Got my friend to order it to my Comgateway address using his US credit card.

Apr 10: Order shipped!

Apr 12: Order arrived at Comgateway. Got mail from them the same day for shipping instructions. I had already got a 5$ shipping discount by signing up on their FB page: https://www.facebook.com/comGatewayGlobal/app_146312548843472

Breakup of Comgateway charges:

International Shipping

(Express)	$	24.90

Fuel surcharge	$	2.99

Insurance	$	2.43

CGW$ redeemed	$	-5.00

Total Payment	$	25.32 (i.e Rs 1432.51 via paypal)

It got shipped via DHL Express the same day. Then started the constant refreshings on the tracking page :p Attaching the DHL tracking for further details. Important points from this are:

My package took 5 days to reach and it reached Bangalore at 11:40 PM on Apr 17. The status got updated to Clearance process completed at 1:26 AM on Apr 18 (this means nothing, its just the completion of paperwork :laugh: ).

The actual clearance happened today morning at 7:36 AM and it reached my hands at about 6:30 PM :D

The total cost for duty, fees etc was:

Basic Customs Duty: Rs 209.37

Counter Vailing Duty: Rs 1268.78

Handling Fee: Rs 350

Service Tax 12%: Rs 42

Education Cess 2%: Rs 0.84

Higher Education Cess: Rs 0.42

Total Amount: Rs 1871.41

So, the total cost came up to:

Phone from Google Play: Rs 19820

Shipping from Comgateway: Rs 1432.51

Customs: Rs 1871.41

Total Amount: Rs 23123.91

Do let me know if anyone wants more info. Will be more than happy to help :)
[Nexus 4 General] dacingfreak:
Any one received new Google play update on N4 in india
[Nexus 4 General] ashishv:
Everyone??
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
S3 users quad core version of the same A9 processor that was used in S2 and has the same GPU as S2 slightly overclocked.

N4 had a Snapdragon S4 pro which is a hybrid between ARM Cortex A9 and A15 so is clearly superior.

The processor in N4 is pretty similar to the one in HTC One and Non Exynos Galaxy S4.

But the most immediate benefit of N4 is updates. Come May Google will release a new version of Android and we'll have it in a week or two. S3 will have to wait minimum 6 months to get it.

Sent from LG Google Nexus 4 using XDA Premium
[Nexus 4 General] vd1900:
That's why nexus 4 has an advantage I feel the price factor is important here for ppl considering N4 at 25K approx
[Nexus 4 General] anshumandash:
Good analysis.

Sent from my Nexus S
[Nexus 4 General] NHarmonia:
They just told me it has been that my order(On the same day as yours) has reached their NY warehouse, and is going to be shipped for India on Monday. What's you rorder's status?
[Nexus 4 General] shubham_negi:
They told me yesterday that they haven't got my order yet..and wait for 4-5 days more

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My order status says awaiting from seller:(

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At what time u ordered ..I ordered at around 4 pm IST
[Nexus 4 General] SarthakSL:
What Charger do I use?

Hi,

I got my Nexus 4 from a friend in UK...what charger do i use? I am currently using ith with UNIVERSAL TOURIST adapter but its quite bulky...so any Indian fellas can u help me? Voltage rating is 5v 1.2A

And you could also put it on the first post OP for ppl to buy new charger....any links?
[Nexus 4 General] NHarmonia:
I ordered it around 5 PM IST. (The 8 GB one)
[Nexus 4 General] sulabhgupta:
Just received my N4. I had ordered it from eBay for 21.5k 8GB. I am charging it before turning it on. Guys, regarding the charger, is just a convertor needed to charge it? Or do we need a separate Indian charger alltogether?
[Nexus 4 General] nitin.chobhe:
A converter will do... Why would we need an Indian charger? ;)
[Nexus 4 General] sulabhgupta:
Sorry if that was a noob question. I wasn't sure, i thought maybe the charger works only for US voltage specifications.
[Nexus 4 General] coolzarjun:
Does anyone here own both a galaxy s 3 and a nexus 4.. Post an honest user review and real life comparison please..

I'm worried about the display in particular..
[Nexus 4 General] zoot1:
I have owned both Nexus 4 and S3, below are my views on both:

Screen

N4 - Good, lively colours but not great in my opinion.. Blacks appear grayish..

S3- Though it is amoled.. I like the deeper blacks more.. I have not faced a single issue due to the pentile matrix..

Build Quality

N4 - Feels great in the hand.. PREMIUM..Has the novelty factor

S3 - feels cheap.. But is sturdy

Software

If you are a pure android fan that there is no competition here.. N4 WINS

Processor

No noticeable difference.. Mainly the difference is due to the laggy TW..

Sound quality

With earbuds - both feel the same however S3 has a slight advantage

Speakers - S3 is slightly louder

I hope this is enough..
[Nexus 4 General] JamesAnderson147:
Shipping from HSG to India

package from playstore arrived at HSG on 17th Afternoon. I paid for the shipping on HSG on 18th early morning, since then I have not received any mail communication and no airway bill number has been generated and shipping date shown "In progress". How much time does it generally take to ship. Its been 2 full weekdays (18th and 19th) and now the weekend starts.

Any idea on this?
[Nexus 4 General] williamcharles:
any ideas on how can I order nexus 4 headphones...thinking of nexus branded hs 410 or the lg branded hs 420...the nexus 'X' looks sexy...:cool:
[Nexus 4 General] chaitanya87:
I heard their sound quality and mic was average. Since you're spending that much money you can opt for other ear phones.
[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
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Mine shipped from comgateway on the same day. Comgateway powers HSG so I am guessing I got lucky with the same day shipping. Have heard of couple of days delay for some ppl.
[Nexus 4 General] williamcharles:
the lg branded hs 420 seems good....
[Nexus 4 General] hemant_p:
I went and personally got the same from him 3 weeks ago at paradise and its the revised version. He charged me 1500 when his online listing was at 1600+shipping... So now he may give the same for 1400 if u call him up.
[Nexus 4 General] faiz02:
Nexus 4 with coupon i am getting it @ 25,500.

should i go ahead and buy it??? or would you suggest the other ways?
[Nexus 4 General] sbandaly:
currently only othr option is ishopinternatinal..but thr is a tensn of customs.

so buying from ebay is good option and no worries abt customs and othr clearances...paying 1000-2000 more is nt a big deal
[Nexus 4 General] akshayshankar1:
Any of you guys ordered a DBrand Skin for your Nexus 4's? They apparently ship international for as cheap as 3 dollars and are really great. Considering getting one. What would you recommend?
[Nexus 4 General] vgowtham97:
Where you are getting for 26k?
[Nexus 4 General] hemant_p:
Go ahead and buy it... Its the same seller who posted it for 25.5k on eBay deals for a weekend in March... And sold >120 units in a day.

Many guys on the forum got it.. And were completely satisfied... You might consider browsing the previous pages for user reviews..

A guy even posted pics of unboxing...

Plus he provides one month warranty...:thumbup:
[Nexus 4 General] Mohit12:
I know I'm getting one. Probably will get the carbon black one. Under what amount do custom duties not apply? And suppose they do apply, how much will they be for a $9 skin?
[Nexus 4 General] Faiz Malkani:
So what's your total purchase cost? $9 skin + how much for shipping?

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 General] Mohit12:
Shipping is ultra cheap. Just $3
[Nexus 4 General] Faiz Malkani:
Niiiiiice. I'll look into it

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 General] Mohit12:
What's the max that my order can cost for it to qualify for 0 custom duties? I'm thinking of ordering one, maaaybe two dbrand skins and 2-3 xtremguard protectors since they're just so cheap. The skins are worth $9 each, and 3 protectors are for like $6 or so.
[Nexus 4 General] Faiz Malkani:
I think the limit is like, 2000 bucks

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 General] Mohit12:
Cheers. That's more than enough. Thanks!
[Nexus 4 General] emceeb:
Has anyone got a slimport and if so from where in India?
[Nexus 4 General] Sumit.K:
Hello people, just got the N4 from a local seller here in Jaipur at 25K and I am in search for a case. Can someone suggest where to buy an official bumper case and front and back protectors?
[Nexus 4 General] sulabhgupta:
it looks like it is original. its available on the nillkin website for 900/-. Add some margin and you get 1200, so thats fair enough.
[Nexus 4 General] macrovers:
Will these work with N4 ?

1) MEElectronics M9-BK Hi-Fi Sound-Isolating In-Ear Headphones

2) Noisehush nx80

3) Jbuds J4

How about these earphones ?
[Nexus 4 General] Sumit.K:
Hello people, I am planning to get gadgetshieldz full body cover for my nexus 4 and a OEM bumber case. But the price of bumper case is 2000 rs after using the ebay coupon code. Is it worth that amount?
[Nexus 4 General] eddy4823:
you from Jaipur ? where dude ? and whr did u get n4 from ?
[Nexus 4 General] aashish2137:
Got the full body guard from gadgetshieldz, have installed the back panel guard. Love the way it snuggles the phone from edge to edge.. Also provides much needed grip with its texture.. but is a little flimsy and you feel the cheap plastic on your phone. Also attracts finger prints. I would advise you against it.

Never bought a bumper and do not intend to.

- My 2 paise.
[Nexus 4 General] vignatv:
Nexus 4 with Indian Credit cards - Billing address

Has anyone here ordered Nexus 4 from USA in recent past with Indian Credit card and USA billing address ? I've read in the forums that many users have got their Nexus 4 with Indian Credit card and USA billing address . Has Google stopped checking the billing addresses ?
[Nexus 4 General] Sumit.K:
Thanks for the info. Where Can I buy front and back protectors? Ebay is full of front screen protectors and not the back. Which case do you use with the phone?

I recently moved to Jaipur because of my job and found the details on OLX.
[Nexus 4 General] Gauravshah:
Nexus4 Service centre in Pune

I am also stuck in the same situation.... Can someone please suggest service centres in Pune for LG Nexus 4?
[Nexus 4 General] nitin.chobhe:
I'm talking about this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nexus-4-LG-...771410?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item589cdbc852

Add the shipping cost + customs and then calculate. If anyone is getting this case for 1200 then that is good :good:

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I could find these:

Mobile World

Address	G-25, Akshay Complex Dhole Patil Road,PUNE,MH,411001	Phone

Water Purifiers,Air Conditioner Accessories,Mobile Phones

RITZ MOBICARE

Address	Shop No 10, "A" wing, Jai Ganesh Vision,Next to Hotel Neelkanth, Nr FAM Multiplex, Akurdi,PUNE,MH,411033	Phone

Water Purifiers,Air Conditioner Accessories,Mobile Phones

LGEIL Pune Direct Service

Address	LGEIL, 105/106, Premium Point,IIIrd Flr,Shivaji Marg.Pune ,PUNE,MH,	Phone

Blu Ray & DVD Burners,TVs,Refrigerators,Projectors,Car Audio / Video,Water Purifiers,Microwave Ovens,Laptops,Home Entertainment,Dishwashers,Washing Machines,Vacuum Cleaners,Window AC,Air Conditioner Accessories,Split AC,Mobile Phones,LCD Monitors,HRV
[Nexus 4 General] sulabhgupta:
i'm talking about this -

http://www.ebay.in/itm/Nillkin-Fres...203&hash=item589df4102a&_uhb=1#ht_5940wt_1139

Anyway, US pricing is not a true reflection of the price of the product though in this case. Its not widely available and these sellers must be getting them privately shipped from China themselves. So the shipping costs add up.
[Nexus 4 General] chaitanya87:
No. They are still checking the billing addresses. I think majority of the orders are cancelled. Try your luck too. You got nothing to lose.
[Nexus 4 General] vignatv:
Will I get the complete refund ? What about the tax or other charges levied by my Card issuer bank ?
[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
They only authorize the charge. Its actually charged only after shipping. The amount blocked on your card is reverted in totality in a few days in case order is canceled.
[Nexus 4 General] vignatv:
Shall give a try to that. BTW , how did you got yours ? SnS ?
[Nexus 4 General] aashish2137:
As I said, gadgetshieldz sells full body guards, front, back, sides, everything.

Again, as I said, I'm not using any case on my phone. Just the guards.
[Nexus 4 General] nitin.chobhe:
I am more worried about the price at which i get a product (than the actual price of the product Chinese or American what ever) :mad: When you say that it is price for say Rs 100 then I consider that price is the price that I end up paying when I get the product in my hand. So you should consider the shipping cost and whatever other costs that add up.

Don't you think so?

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And the case you are talking is different one. Search for "Nillkin Tree Texture Leather Flip" :victory:
[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
If you have sufficient on your credit card for them to block about 20k (or if using debit card, should have double the amount in your account) then go ahead. If you get lucky, you get lucky. If not, try finding someone in US to order it for you.

To find out how I got it, you can check out my post here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=40472600#post40472600 :D

In short, order via playstore, got canceled, ordered via friend in US and shipped via Comgateway.
[Nexus 4 General] Sumit.K:
Just a quick question, the playstore receipt I got does not mention the amount of the device. Its just says the name and address of the person, imei of the device and 1 unit. No price mentioned, is ir really the case with playstore receipts?
[Nexus 4 General] vignatv:
Thanks for your inputs :) Shall try to order in the upcoming week via Google Play Store. One more thing to ask - Does ComGateway provide pickup facility or your friend had to visit their office for sending Nexus 4?
[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
Thats just a delivery note. I believe the receipt you get in email from Google is all that you will get. Someone who knows better can correct me if I am wrong.

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He ordered it using his address as billing address and my comgateway address as the shipping address. After that, comgateway and DHL did the rest. No pickup or visit needed for you or whoever is ordering it for you :)

PS: If my post helped you, hit the thanks button :)
[Nexus 4 General] sulabhgupta:
Pricing aside, i didn't notice the tree texture one was different. I was looking at the "Fresh" one. How much did it cost you and where did you order it from? the link you gave isn't available for international shipping. Thanks
[Nexus 4 General] Fractalnoize:
mumbai people..have anybody tried alfa for nexus's skins ??
[Nexus 4 General] nitin.chobhe:
I got it for Rs 1223 (after 400 discount in WTF offer during eBay's 8th birthday). Got it from global easy buy... You need to check on eBay India site.
[Nexus 4 General] NishantM:
Right. But atleast this will avoid posts where people ask the status on play store. Just like the one few threads ago.
[Nexus 4 General] arnavchaudhary:
Anyone has a confirmation from L.G india regarding Warranty?

L.G singapore is giving warranty regardless of where the purchase was made.

Though i have mailed/Fb'ed Lg india, it will be nice if anyone who already has a confirmation comments.
[Nexus 4 General] NishantM:
Source please?
[Nexus 4 General] IllUMINATUz:
Well.. even if I add to the OP.. people will still ask.. coz they don't bother to do a Google search which is faster and easier than here.. so chill my friend..
[Nexus 4 General] IllUMINATUz:
Sup Twitter..?
[Nexus 4 General] arnavchaudhary:
Their Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/lgsingapore

also, attached a Screenshot.

Please also check

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=33990144&postcount=38

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1983591&page=4
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
30k is too much and that too now that we know the phone will come in 6-7weeks. Folks ordered in 1-2 weeks are already

getting shipping dates.You can use any of the shipping sites and get it.Why pay 5-6k more for a second hand phone?
[Nexus 4 General] IllUMINATUz:
Okay.. what about LG India..?
[Nexus 4 General] arnavchaudhary:
Had sent an email along with a FB Message. They have forwarded my request to the concerned department.

Lets wait and watch.

Will be calling them in a weeks time.
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
LG India twitter has a grand total of 13 tweets till date. I asked them about Nexus 4 and no reply as of now.
[Nexus 4 General] arnavchaudhary:
are you using this one?

https://twitter.com/LGIndiaTweets

Their twitter responses take too much time and mostly are canned responses. hence i didnt tweet.

btw, their response for Nexus 4:

on a seperate note, any mod who can review my account. the recaptcha is too cubersome.
[Nexus 4 General] karty:
frnds plz help me to order from US play store

my order cancelled 2 times, AXIS Titanium Debit card (master)

Google Inc. has cancelled your order. You have not been charged.

This order was likely canceled for one of the following reasons:

*Details provided for your credit card do not match those on-file with your financial institution.

*The address information provided was incomplete and could not be verified...

I red d hole thread :-| some people able to purchase with AXIS bank Debit card,

suggest me another card plsssss

also add which Indian Debit/Credit cards (like bank name-master/visa..etc )Google accepting, Add this info on 1st post,it will be helpful for who purchasing from US play store :)
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
Didn't know that one existed, I was talking about this one https://twitter.com/LGIndiaConnect
[Nexus 4 General] rashidqansari:
This thread is in-fact getting cluttered, and it was intended to de-clutter cart2india buyers. The fact that you reported shows how impulse and weird your thought process it. You need to chill.
[Nexus 4 General] assholepussystandard:
Query

I have a query..

I create an account on Borderlink, hopshop etc. I got an address. I purchase my item from google store and deliver it to their address..

So where is the authenticity that this is my product only.. As far as i know the only authenticity is My name that will be same on both..

Google will ship by my name Say XXX their address etc to their store..

Now there might be two persons with same Name XXX and different products... Or 2 persons with same name XXX one has brought a 16 GB other has got a 8 GB.. something like that..

Also how will they notify us that our product has reached their warehouse, when only authentication is My Name...

As far i know i have no option to tell them about this
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
Did you get this message immediately after placing order ? or did it placed order initially and cancelled after some days ?

I ordered day before on 1st using HDFC Bank card and I got order mail. I can see the amount as on hold in my CC account.
[Nexus 4 General] karty:
I got mail after 6-hours :(
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
I did using borderlinx so I can talk about them. Their address contains a 8 digit number which is unique to you called suite number.

They track whose package has been received using this number.
[Nexus 4 General] brar.arsh:
Ok what is your address?? there is an C/O in each address.. that is care of, so they distinguish with that..

Like my address is:

XXXXX Name

17146 NE Sandy Blvd

c/o INP-XXX

Portland

OREGON...
[Nexus 4 General] atulalvenkar:
It's almost 48 hours since I booked and it shows up in my CC account so I guess it went fine. I suggest you try credit cards.
[Nexus 4 General] abhishekagrawal:
Bought Nillkin fresh case 2 days back from GEB at 1190 and today its available even from an Indian seller at 1100. Never mind, it's already shipped from US. The one I ordered from Hong Kong in blue colour will take time and I didn't wanna wait more. So its okay shall have two, one blue and one black. The reviews are really good. Currently using Ringke fusion. Very satisfied but wanted a flip case.
[Nexus 4 General] dsjd:
Has anyone from Goa bought/imported a nexus 4 ? If so plz tell me d total cost of importing after taxes
[Nexus 4 General] narasimhan:
In the 1st page it says "Shipping + customs in India + Insurance by HopShopGo: Rs 2000-Rs 2500 (USD 40 - 45)"

Is this valid now(has the customs duty changed?) for the state of Tamil Nadu.
[Nexus 4 General] adidas007:
Yeah it's changed. Now customs go up to 3-4k
[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
For me shipping was abt 1400 and customs abt 1900 so 3.3k total. Revised duty post the budget has come into force :(
[Nexus 4 General] meher91:
do not order using debit card as there will be unnecessary fx charges...
[Nexus 4 General] harshahv:
Even Credit Cards levy FX markup of 3.5%. Are there additional charges for Debit Cards in addition to this?
[Nexus 4 General] Sumit.K:
Hi everyone, anyone noticed the chrome bezel comming off due to cases that we use to protect the phone? Mine is getting damaged from day 1 :(
[Nexus 4 General] meher91:
the thing is there is no authorization fecility in debit cards so the amount will be deducted at the spot and then google will refund the amount and finally if ur order goes through, u will be charged again...so effectively 3.5*3 will be the FX charges...

atleast thats what i am thinking...i ordered by credit card anywayz...
[Nexus 4 General] nitin.chobhe:
What is "chrome bezel"? I'm also using Nillkin flip case...
[Nexus 4 General] Sumit.K:
The chrome part just beside the screen? Silver colored one that looks like metal surrounding the phone.
[Nexus 4 General] nitin.chobhe:
Thanks! I'm using a flip case and I don't see any such problem :laugh:
[Nexus 4 General] Fractalnoize:
Just got the gadgetshield screen gaurd ...ordered on 19 at night ..got it just now ...super fast service..really impressed
[Nexus 4 General] swaroopsam31:
Currency Exchange

I want to know, if my order gets cancelled Will I be charged for currency exchange??? Thank You.
[Nexus 4 General] meher91:
if u ordered through credit card, then no u wont be charged...else yes...
[Nexus 4 General] swaroopsam31:
Thanx for quick reply. Yes, I am planning to buy with credit card. So I can give it a try. I have nothing to lose. Right???
[Nexus 4 General] abhishekagrawal:
Actually that's not true. There is a hold even for debit cards, it's labelled as "lien amount" in your bank account/statement.

In case of cancellation even if paid through debit card there will not be any FX charges as the amount is totally reversed on cancellation and not actually charged, just put on hold which is released upon cancellation.
[Nexus 4 General] chaitanya87:
Guys I have some problem with my screen. Whenever the battery temperature is more than 40 c, I can see two yellow spots at the bottom side of my phone. Is it hardware fault?
[Nexus 4 General] ratornado:
In a blog on "trak.in", if you see some comments, you'll notice that now google has started doing verification of the addresses you provide along with your credit card, so apart from creating a virtual credit card or "BuyForMe" service is there any other way to buy GN4 from play store?