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The G2 and N5 will get an update in early 2014 that will enable Band 41 LTE. Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

No difference. Google/LG is making one model for the American market, in 16/32GB, white or black. Whether sold by AT&T, Tmo, Sprint, Best Buy, Google, they are all the same. It's the first unlocked CDMA/GSM device that runs on all networks (except VZW) ever sold in the US. Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

Hey! I just wanted you to know... My Nexus 5 shipped!!! Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

I did. We do upgrades immediately. But I usually don't get around to sending thank yous for a few weeks. I'm really buried with thank yous now. I think I have to go back to early August at this point. Thank you for supporting S4GRU! Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

*rolls eyes* SMH Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

Hey, keep misclicking! I need any advantage I can get! I've been struggling. At least I'm dominating the two NFL pools I have. Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

You can forget free hotspot usage with Sprint on the Nexus 5. You can't even do that with the Nexus 4 on T-Mobile. With Tmo on the N4, you can turn on the hotspot and start using it without any issues. And if you use a small amount of data, all is good. But if you start streaming or running speed tests, you will get hit with a Tmo paywall in your browser window. On Tmo it cost me $15 per month additional and I got to add hotspot usage to my plan. I paid the fee directly from the pay wall. I wasn't trying to bypass any charges, I just assumed that I could use my existing 5GB plan with the N4 hotspot feature. I didn't mind paying for my hotspot usage if required. But every month I would hit that pay wall again and have to pay for it. And this was on Tmo LTE. I didn't seem to hit the paywall on Tmo WCDMA. I'm fully expecting the same thing with the N5. Whether on Sprint or Tmo. It will either be locked down and you have to add a hotspot plan, or you will be able to turn it on and connect, but hit an authorization screen in your browser that you must authenticate (or pay) to get an actual internet connection. It will probably be the latter, as a means to stop hacking the hotspot feature. They will allow you to turn it on and connect. But if you want to get through the internet gateway, you're going to have the appropriate plan or pay. No free rides on the Nexus 5 train. Stealing free internet from Sprint is coming to an end. I'm sure someone will be able to find a way to hack it. However, why don't people pay for the services they use? Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro

You don't think AJ's article is about the S4 Triband? http://s4gru.com/index.php?/blog/1/entry-356-teaser-samsung-galaxy-s4-2-3/ The S4 Mini Triband was a different and smaller device that went through the FCC quite awhile ago. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro

Both the Nexus 5 and LG G2 have Band 41 (Spark) disabled out the gate. Sprint has stated in Press Releases these phones will get an OTA after the first of the year to enable Spark (Band 41 LTE). This has nothing to do with the Note 3. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro

I now work in that biz, you know. Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro

Mine just scanned out of Purgatory...ummm, I mean Louisville! Departure Scan, FTW! Robert via Samsung Note 8.0 using Tapatalk Pro

I secretly love UHF. I watch it about once a year. Usually on a cold and snowy day! Robert

I believe 2FF is going to be a problem. We haven't had any devices that use the 2FF come out for 1-1/2 to 2 years. All recent devices have been 3FF or 4FF. You probably can cut it down though. Robert

This is definitely plausible. However, it would be very different than what they did with the Nexus 4. Robert

This is same one I have in my Netgear Hotspot. Robert

Standard SIM is 1FF Mini SIM is 2FF Micro SIM is 3FF Nano SIM is 4FF You need a 3FF to work in a Nexus 5. My order is for a CZ2102LWR REMOVABLE 3FF USIM GSMLTE Robert

A Micro SIM is a Micro SIM. Sprint just needs to link it to your account. Robert

I found it. However, there is no hyperlink on the Order Number to open anything. So it just says: Order Date Order Id Order Status Amount 11/01/2013 DM14-O-XXXXXXXX Order in Progress $0.00

Google doesn't know what carrier you're going to use. Are they going to send a SIM for every carrier in America? You have to get the SIM from the carrier, just like with the Nexus 4. Robert

I just remembered!! I have a Sprint MicroSIM in my Netgear Zing hotspot!!! Robert via Samsung Galaxy Note II using Tapatalk

I'm not able to find the order after signing into my account. Where is it listed for you? Robert

Now take the money that you would have been willing to spend on a SIM card, and donate it to S4GRU via PayPal. You will become a S4GRU Sponsor and get access to maps and lots of great info about Network Vision. Robert

SUCCESS!!! Once I had the right place, it went quick. Here is what you need to do to get a SIM mailed to you: Call 1-888-226-7212 At first voice prompt, Enter your phone number or confirm that you are calling from your phone Press 2 for "otherwise..." Press 2 for "International voice or data service" Then you will go into the call queue and wait for an operator Explain that you need a SIM card for your new Nexus 5 that you purchased directly from Google mailed to you and that you are unable to visit a store to get one. They couldn't find the Nexus 5 in the system, but they checked with a supervisor and found the same one that will work. They even said it would come via FedEx, but probably wouldn't go out until Monday or Tuesday. All for no charge! I had to pay $20 for my Tmo SIM. Robert

I tried online chat to get a SIM card, and they directed me to Telesales. I have been told no by Telesales 4x now. But I haven't given up now. Still trying to get one mailed to me. Robert

http://s4gru.com/index.php?/topic/2244-lg-nexus-4/?p=68396 It's interesting to compare the difference from the Nexus 4 sales to the current Nexus 5. Robert