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[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
they don't know. the phones are sitting in FedEx warehouses across the country with the ip address style number. when credit card goes through then the shipping label is printed for two day shipping i know it said overnight shipping but my guess is for preorders it is still 2 day. I am hoping they go out tonight but I'm thinking more like Tuesday night and arrive Thursday. a handful may get Wednesday too
[Verizon LG G3] Colchiro:
My store had the G3 sign with a G2 phone.
[Verizon LG G3] IndianaBond:
I agree. Probably ship on Tuesday. Anyways, we should have sometime this week.
[Verizon LG G3] rushless:
Brilliant tactic to push inventory and about half of the customers will be oblivious of their new "G3" ;)
[Verizon LG G3] kg2128:
sounds about right, historically Verizon and At&t have been strongly against unlocked bootloaders and I don't see that changing. Seems pretty unrealistic to expect an unlocked bootloader, it would be about as likely as Verizon saying "hey we're charging you guys too much money, we're going to LOWER our prices!!!"
[Verizon LG G3] hawkswind1:
They actually did lower prices recently when they doubled data for the same price. I changed plans down to the 1gb plan when they doubled it to 2gb, so I saved $10 a month. But I agree, chances of an unlocked bootloader is near zero.
[Verizon LG G3] slimc84:
As of right now, T-Mobile is the only one that has been confirmed having an unlocked bootloader.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
The bootloader will be locked on VZW/AT&T/Sprint, there's no question about it. LG bootloaders have a good history of getting unlocked through exploit so hopefully the G3 will follow suit.

Has anyone gotten/seen the VZW G3 early at retailers like BB/Costco?
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
not to be a buzzkill but the G2 bootloader is still locked correct?
[Verizon LG G3] dadsterflip:
Yep. Since they had Loki no point in an unlocked boot loader. They were also able to downgrade the bootloader to still exploit Loki on newer updates. If I remember correctly.
[Verizon LG G3] allan1313:
Loki is fine by me!
[Verizon LG G3] kthung:
Apparently they are in some VZW stores. You can call the bigger stores in your area and ask. Unfortunately none of the stores in my area had it yet so I ended up going to an AT&T store to try it out.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
Correct. Which is as good as an unlocked bootloader for all intents and purposes.
[Verizon LG G3] xzero425x:
Im suppose to be picking my phone up in a few days and all ive been reading is disappointment threads on here. Now im all sorts of nervous leaving my g2 will be a bad idea :( Does anyone like this phone coming from the g2?
[Verizon LG G3] kg2128:
I meant real discounts not 10 dollars less for keeping data at 1gb but I guess that's a fair point.
[Verizon LG G3] bills742:
Mine had a lg lucid 3 with G3 sign. How dumb are these Verizon stores! Yours was at least closer!
[Verizon LG G3] Crooke356:
FYI ~

I pre-ordered my S5. When first placing the order, I had the same email that everyone else has. It falsely reports that it has shipped. Not sure why Verizon doesn't fix this but whatever. Now, my G3 pre-order says the same thing. The S5 launch date was 4/11. My S5 shipped on the 9th and arrived on the 11th.. The day the S5 actually launched. Now, when the G3 actually ships, we'll all get another email saying so. If I'm remembering correctly, that email didn't come until a day after it shipped but because i had to keep checking, i found it had shipped before the VZW email confirmation was sent. So check on the 15th. Then, when you track it, you'll get the information you expect to see. Unless VZW decides to change things, we'll see the device on Thursday, 7/17. The launch day.
[Verizon LG G3] Jiggity Janx:
I preordered 2 verizon g3. Only email I got was purchase confirmation that says in bright red under each will " Ship by 7/ 17 ". Would be nice to even get it on 7/17 but am not expecting that.
[Verizon LG G3] Crooke356:
You will get it on launch. That's how VZW always does it.
[Verizon LG G3] mikec86:
You should get it at least 1 to 2 days before launch.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
no very doubtful. a handful emphasize on handful may get wednesday but dont count on it. i want the phone as bad as the next guy but when we all ordered it said will ship by 7/17 so we even have to get on release although that is how verizon does it
[Verizon LG G3] mikec86:
I have always received it by the day before launch when i pre ordered. Incredible, thunderbolt, nexus,GS3 and GS4. Always had it at least 24 hrs prior to verizon in store sales.
[Verizon LG G3] dadsterflip:
I was so close to preorder on the 10th. But the csm rep told me that it would be the day after the 17th so I didn't pull the trigger.
[Verizon LG G3] kthung:
This has been my experience too.
[Verizon LG G3] J.Guido85:
mine as well
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
Doubtful. People shouldn't preorder something and then expect to get it before the launch date. It's only a nice surprise if that happens.

CSRs don't know ****. They are a volume service, not accuracy. According to 2 VZW reps I should already have my G3 since yesterday. Never make a decision based on the info they give you.
[Verizon LG G3] mikec86:
I usually walk in Verizon with my phone the day before launch and buy cases and screen protectors. It depends how close you live to hubs. My email says it will ship two days prior to ship by date.
[Verizon LG G3] J.Guido85:
People will start seeing shipment updates tomorrow night.
[Verizon LG G3] tehpud:
I love you.
[Verizon LG G3] Breezer23:
Ugh. I regret buying the M8 on the 1st of July!!!
[Verizon LG G3] dustinb17:
Return it tomorrow, you have 14 days ... might pay a $35 restocking fee but it might be worth it.
[Verizon LG G3] Breezer23:
I know. I've been thinking about that. I'd have to unroot this thing and be without a phone for a few days.
[Verizon LG G3] dustinb17:
Trade it for the S5 for a few days ... probably end up costing an additional $35 but if you are sure the G3 is what you want it'd be worth it.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
That's why you never sell/get rid of your previous phone until you're sure you're keeping the new one.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
comparing G3 to note 2 LOL

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[Verizon LG G3] droidrev71:
Sorry bud but this is already old news with the phone size comparisons. Not to offend any note two owners but no recollection of that phone and shouldn't be compared to a 2014 flagship device.
[Verizon LG G3] bucsfann20:
Funny you say that because I have a note 2 and that comparison was the last thing I'd read on this thread. I Appreciated it though!
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
man you need to upgrade LOL
[Verizon LG G3] bucsfann20:
My friends keep joking with me, saying I should just wait for the G5. :D
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
haha no no upgrade to G3 and Note 4! that's what im shooting for!
[Verizon LG G3] Rippley05:
Anyone's shipped yet? Mine still says "ship date July 12th"
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
That's just the date you ordered it. No one's has shipped yet probably in the next day or two.
[Verizon LG G3] xgman:
Any other verizon stores have demo units in the store yet?
[Verizon LG G3] kthung:
some have reported their stores have demo units. Call and ask.
[Verizon LG G3] droidguy22:
I have M8, spent some time yesterday with ATT G3, here are my impressions:

While the screen is bigger and nice I didn’t see the much difference in screen resolution (only place you will notice this is - in Camera while taking pictures and watching any 2k/4k content which is very scarce atm).

However the QHD resolution clearly impacted the performance, all the transitions and animations are not fluid at all, whole OS felt like trying hard to keep up with the resolution.

Out of the box in terms of snappyness – M8 > G2 > G3

Build quality & feel in the hand - M8 > G2 > G3

For me G3 is out (will consider if bootloader is unlocked – very unlikely), will wait for Moto X+1 or Note 4..
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
You're nuts, ranking the G2 above the G3 in quality/feel. Thank you so much for sharing your off-topic opinion. Go to the "Share your impressions" thread where **** like this belongs.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
correct. credit card will probably get charged tonight and ship tomorrow for 2 day shipping

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amen. I agree 100%. its as bad as the guy comparing note 2 to G3 hahahaha
[Verizon LG G3] droidguy22:
When you look in-person - yes G3 definitely looks & felt cheap compared to G2, don’t just go by the pictures you see on the net.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
If you have to start out with "But look at it in person!" you're already on rocky footing. I've seen and used both in person side by side. I repeat, you're nuts. The G2 has a slimey/shiny plastic and the physical buttons feel cheap and weak. The G3 has a great faux-metal texture, curved back feels great in the hand and the physical buttons feel solid with nice feedback. Physically the G3 is superior to the G2 in every way.
[Verizon LG G3] Darkestred:
I hope this question doesn't get buried but for those who get this phone (especially if coming from the g2) can you compare the reception in a low dbm 4g area.

At work im in a bad 4g spot and my g2 switches from 3g to 4g and then stays in 3g. The connection is about as bad as a 28.8 baud modem. My company phone, a Samsung s4 just blazes with its 4g in the same spot - same dbm.
[Verizon LG G3] bauerat02:
Thanks for the comparisons. I can't wait to get it on the 17th. I ordered through Best Buy and will pick it up in store. When you the employee go to activate a new phone, are you able to use my current SIM card, or does the new SIM card that comes with the phone have to be activated?
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
When I was at the AT&T store my Verizon S4 had -106dbm and the AT&T G3 had -101dbm. Not much of a diff but take from it what you will.
[Verizon LG G3] GTvert90:
I haven't received an email confirming my order or anything yet. I had to call Verizon just to make sure it went through
[Verizon LG G3] Rennat:
I also work at BestBuy Mobile. When we activate the phone through BEAST, we can keep the same Sim. The only big problem you may run into is if the Sim card you have is not registered as a 4g sim (ie upgrading from non-4g phone to a 4g Sim). In those cases you may have to change Sim cards.
[Verizon LG G3] boe:
I admit it - I checked youtube hoping to find a Verizon G3 unboxing video.
[Verizon LG G3] neckbonest:
undecided

I have Verizon, currently have the Note 2 with unlimited data still.

Should i upgrade to the G3 and lose unlimited data or wait for something better.

Wife has the G2 and i like it alot but the no sd card slot is a no go for me.

also just got my insurance replacement fr the note 2 and its locked down with the new firmware:crying:

i cant run any AOSP roms on my note 2 so im bummed about that.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
I wouldn't give up unlimited data for an on contract price. the unlimited is worth far more then any phone off contract to me. anybody on your plan have an upgrade? and if you have upgrade transfer to your wifes line and upgrade. activate g3 on her line then switch to yours and keep unlimited!

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haha I cant wait either!!
[Verizon LG G3] neckbonest:
i have 4 lines and mine has been due since January and the next closest is December this year.

I'm not t wrried bout unlimited data, ive been preparing myself for losing it anyway. it will happen soner or later. ive been using more wifi and waiting till i get home to download stuff.
[Verizon LG G3] Darkestred:
Yeah. Not really helpful. My g2 and the s4 side-by-side have the same dbm, but the 4g connection speeds tell a way different story.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
No one has the phone here yet. Go in a diff carrier thread and ask.
[Verizon LG G3] boe:
I would only recommend someone get the G3 over an S4/5 or Note 2 would be if they had bad call signal. I've replaced numerous Samsung phones and cards - all of them got crappy service on Verizon at one of my offices. Everyone in that office is on Verizon. Those with the S4 or S3 and Samsung Nexus on Verizon had the same issue. iPhone on Verizon was more likely to make a call but the G2 was always able to connect with the S4 wasn't. The Samsung is a GREAT PDA - but the phone side is weak sauce.
[Verizon LG G3] TokedUp:
Went to VZW store today and there was a LG rep there, yeah I know, a rep haha. The store did not have a display model available but the rep had a G3 on Att and a G3 on vzw. He let me check out both. I was impressed with how big the screen is yet felt so small while holding it. I ran through the usual activities and noticed no lag on either model. I did focus on the vzw version after a while. I could not see the digitzer inside or outdoors (he let me take it outside to see the screen in sunlight) and tbh I wasnt that blown away with the screen. After a while a couple vzw guys came over and tried to get me to pre order, they told me if I did I might get my phone a day earlier on the 16th, so for u ppl who pre ordered u might be in luck. I told them I was good with my S3 running 4.4.4 and a L theme. They didnt believe me so I showed them. If it wasnt for the locked bootloader I would probably buy this phone. Interested to see reviews from you guys after release.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
How was legibility in direct sunlight? I got to use the G3 in a very sunlit store but haven't used it in direct sunlight. I definitely thought the screen could be brighter.

Also going by what some devs have said, it sounds like this phone will get an exploit to get around the locked bootloader.
[Verizon LG G3] CisternaChyli:
I'll second that. I played with the G3 at the AT&T store and it was pretty sweet :). The back plate really did feel like metal; almost as good as an HTC One M8. The phone was charging so the screen couldn't do max brightness.
[Verizon LG G3] TokedUp:
I was on the sidewalk of 42nd St in NYC. Direct sunlight, little over cast. Screen seemed ok. I think its just the colors that make it worse, they're kinda dull looking.

From the Devs I spoke with its not gonna happen for VZW users. Nor will it on any future VZW devices. Wish I could switch to TMO for an unlocked but if I did that I would just get a N5. I got good service, corporate discount, and an unlocked phone now. Guess i'll just stick with my S3 running AOSP.
[Verizon LG G3] kthung:
Right, he's not saying we will be unlocked but like the G2 there will hopefully be an exploit to get around the bootloader so that we can flash rooms without having to unlock it.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
Yep. Doesn't matter which carrier it is, LG is the one writing the bootloader. A few pages back there were links to tweets about how bad the LG code was and devs should have no problem finding a loophole.

Another loki doki type of exploit is fine by me, for all intents and purposes it's the same as an unlocked bootloader.
[Verizon LG G3] kthung:
Same here. I don't mind Loki vs unlocked bootloader as long as functionally they are the same.
[Verizon LG G3] skism007:
Wireless charging?

Can anyone confirm if it has wireless charging out of the box without the need to buy the QuickCircle (or any other) case/battery cover? This of course is assuming you already have a charging pad.

I've asked a few VZW reps this question and the answer always seems to vary.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
the answer is a no. will need the accessory back
[Verizon LG G3] kthung:
I believe all US variants will not have a wireless charging compatible back out of the box.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
This has been asked/addressed like, a dozen times in this thread alone. A simple search would have answered your question.

US and Korean G3's were stripped of their wireless charging by carrier requirement. You need to buy the QuickCircle type of case that adds it.
[Verizon LG G3] wublaze:
Same thing happened to me
[Verizon LG G3] skism007:
Yet, I've seen unboxing videos for the AT&T variant that clearly shows the induction coil in the stock back cover.
[Verizon LG G3] CrysDark:
If its two contacts that is NFC. Have we confirmed you need the special case or can we order just the door? I'm one of those live dangerous people with no case.
[Verizon LG G3] bobbarker2:
You saw the NFC. NFC+Wireless Charging = 4 connectors. US variants only have 2.
[Verizon LG G3] hawkswind1:
Verizon rep posted this on twitter to confirm removeable battery for people, and also confirmed again in comments that wireless charging back cover is an accessory

https://twitter.com/VZWalbert/status/488713381793103872
[Verizon LG G3] skism007:
That would make sense. I'm coming from an S3, so I just assumed NFC was in the battery on the G3 as well.
[Verizon LG G3] youngpettyboi:
Lol I just did General comparisons for the phones I currently have myself. Also for people who currently may have any of those other phone's as well.

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U can keep your current sim if it's compatible with the phone you're purchasing (sim card size wise). Only issue, is if you are using a phone with an older sim. The G3 comes with a chip preinstalled already. So usually the customers never ask to keep their chip so we activate it, which disables their old one and we go from there. But I'm sure if u have a Micro SIM, u should be fine.
[Verizon LG G3] GTvert90:
Glad I'm not the only one I was worried lol
[Verizon LG G3] wublaze:
I called Verizon about 4 times about it and they say everything is fine. I still don't have too much trust in them .
[Verizon LG G3] markfm:
I pre-ordered a G3 against my wife"s upgrade. We both currently have RAZR MAXX.

When the G3 comes in, if I just remove the SIM from my own (not my wife's) current MAXX and put it in, it should be live?

(and okay to just return my SIM-less MAXX to get the $20-odd gift certificate Verizon also offers for a return?)

TIA!
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
$20 for a razr maxx? LOL is it in good shape I will take as backup phone haha
[Verizon LG G3] overzeetop:
Actually, I'm curious about this too. The big V is more locked down than that, right? You can't just swap a sim into a new phone and have it work, correct?

Actually, I'm more interested to know if I activate my G3 on the old SIM, can I swap it back into my iPhone (which is currently on the network but will be replaced) and have it come up on the network. I'd love to be able to swap back and forth for the first week or two as I transition to Android.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
yes its as easy as a simple sim swap I do it all the time when I change phones
[Verizon LG G3] kg2128:
Not trusting them is a good call. Last time I ordered an LG G2 through the Verizon website (hate dealing with Verizon stores) I did get a confirmation email, but it never shipped. Turns out some manager from a nearby Verizon messed with the order, probably to get commission or sales numbers. IT was delayed because of an issue with verification (makes sense when someone edits the order without permission) they even changed the shipping address on the order from my home to my business address. Always gotta keep an eye on them.
[Verizon LG G3] wublaze:
well after yet another call the rep finally told me that they misspelled my email address, this is after me asking them that every time before if they had it right. she said to call back tomorrow for the tracking number since it will be sent out 2 day.
[Verizon LG G3] tehpud:
Anyone get an actual tracking # or have a status change from processing to shipping?
[Verizon LG G3] simollie:
Verizon's "what's in the box" page shows no headphone. I remember seeing a tangle-free headset in one of the G3 videos. we are not getting that on the stateside? The LG one probably isn't any high end stuff so getting one of those is only $10-20. but still like to know before I buy one.
[Verizon LG G3] Rippley05:
Not to sound like a total noob..but I thought CDMA didn't use sim cards? That's why we have to get Verizon to activate the phones for us
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
I think that was overseas versions

and cdma doesn't need sims but 4G does.
[Verizon LG G3] hawkswind1:
Nope, shipping confirmations usually get sent out around 7pm so cross your fingers.
[Verizon LG G3] youngpettyboi:
Since they came out with their 4G LTE network, they've used sim cards in all their 4G phone's. But, it is as simple as swapping your sim cards. I used to do it all the time with my Verizon phone's that were 4G.
[Verizon LG G3] youngpettyboi:
It's kind of crazy since I've been playing with all the carrier models of the G3. Only Sprint offers the Shine Gold version currently which IMO looks really sharp... Wish Verizon would come out with this one. Looks really nice and it stands out.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
I played with the shine gold at sprint too. very nice but not a must have for me. now a red one like the m8 on Verizon I want bad!!!!!!
[Verizon LG G3] budven:
I really like the gold too. But no go with Verizon.
[Verizon LG G3] GTvert90:
If you search for orders on my Verizon does it show up? Mine doesn't even show there lol
[Verizon LG G3] youngpettyboi:
Dude YEEEEESSSS!!! Or a Blue one, like royal blue one. Man it would be sick. But a red one sounds real good too. The shine gold is the best of the bunch currently in my opinion.

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Yea a no go with vzw unfortunately. But I'm thinking of getting the titanium one and getting a gold back lol.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
Yes yes blue would work too!!! Something not normal that you don't see on phones! If they make a red g3 I will be furious
[Verizon LG G3] Badouken:
I didn't get to try the gold version out but it does look very nice! I did try the black AT&T version because I wasn't sure if I should upgrade to the G3 or not because of all the things people on these forums kept saying... but man was I thoroughly impressed!

I loved everything about the phone! It seems like the perfect upgrade to me! (coming from a Galaxy S3). I love the feel (feels like metal but its light like plastic) and design (back buttons, thin bezels). The UI was clean and organized as well as looking gorgeous on that 2k screen! I was also able to change the settings menu from tabs to list view! (something a lot of reviewers have overlooked). Overall was snappy performance and the camera was fast and clear!

Does anyone know if the G3 on Verizon is going to have that absurdly annoying persistent "wifi connected" notification... I know they had it for alot of their phones but seems to be gone on recent phones like the m8 and S5. Not a deal breaker by any means but figured I asked because seems like the G3 already got shafted by having the logo on the front but that could easily be ignored... or replaced with a skin...
[Verizon LG G3] youngpettyboi:
Yea the Blue HTC One M7 was unique... Never seen anything like it when it came out. Now a blue like that would be a head turner. I'm sure they'll announce some alternate colored backs on Amazon sometime down the road like they did with the Samsung Galaxy series of phone's.
[Verizon LG G3] oneandroidnut:
Yes it was I'd be rocking a red m8 if screen wasn't so small and narrow. And I don't want just a colored back lol I want whole phone!
[Verizon LG G3] youngpettyboi:
I've noticed on a lot of recent VZW phone's that some updates took away that annoying WiFi signal thing in the notification pull down panel. I never paid attention to it at my store. I'll go in and check and see next time I work and will report back on that for ha. But for other carriers, I didn't see it there.

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Lol yea the whole phone would be pretty cool. With the red bottom "chin" that matches the rest of the phone. I'm a blue man myself, so the baby blue iPhone 5C color would be AWESOME for me.
[Verizon LG G3] markfm:
The order confirmation E- mail has a link to check status