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    Google Nexus 6 by Motorola (Was "Nexus X talk leaked?")

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    How does a pre-order sell out? I must not understand what the term pre-order means. I thought a pre-order was pre-paying for something knowing it's not available yet.

     

    Were there so many pre-orders that Google was concerned about fulfilling them all during the device's lifespan? If not, then shouldn't the orders continue, just with longer and longer ETA's?

     

    I'm not convinced the 100 second window people were able to pay in was the launch...

    Yeah, I think the entire ordeal was constructed just to create desire for the device.  You're correct a "pre-order" is just that - you place an early order and wait and wait until the device becomes available - BUT, you get yours before the real release date to the general public. 

    LG G2 Users Thread!

    in LG

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    That's basically the same as what happened with me. They poorly designed the LG G2 in that regard.

     

    I've heard good things about the LG G3 GPS performance on other forums too. In addition, my Nexus 5 also had GPS issues, but after sending it back to Google for RMA, I got a replacement back that works right. So, maybe it was a growing pain at LG?

     

    I'm planning on keeping my Nexus 5 since the GPS actually works. I'll hold out on the Nexus 6 until it comes down in price. I'm done with buying new phones for a while lol.

    I definitely don't blame you for holding off on buying new phones.  Unfortunately the consumers are the new "Beta Testers".  The manufacturers slop this stuff out on the market faster than they bother to test it.  The consumers report the issues, and if we are lucky, the manufacturer may fix it. 

     

    I can't believe that LG could not duplicate the GPS issue with my particular unit on its second repair trip to Texas.  The first repair, they replaced a board and the screen (which I didn't even think had an issue). 

     

    It was a real shame with the G2.  It was the perfect size for me.  Eventually, LG got it sounding pretty good as well with all the updates, but without the GPS it is a no go for me! 

     

    I guess, I'll use it for a trade-in sometime soon, or sell it on ebay fully disclosing the issue with it. 

    LG G2 Users Thread!

    in LG

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    Did the ZVE update help with GPS locks and the consistency?

     

    I ultimately gave up on the LG G2, begrudgingly. I had bought the Verizon variant (VS980) on sale back when Big Red first unveiled their new prepaid plan. I really, really, really liked the LG G2, but GPS locks were taking 1-2 minutes sometimes. That's a deal breaker in DC and Baltimore. You can't pullover on the shoulder to wait on a GPS fix because the driver's here are lunatics lol. So, I asked to make a return well after their 14-day return policy and they refunded me my money. Granted, I was still in my 60 day window which I could dispute the transaction on my credit card.

     

    Anyways, I'm glad to see better results on the Sprint variant.

    The last time I sent the G2 in for repair, LG said they found no problem.  I know there is a hardware related problem, as I factory reset the phone and installed nothing and still had the GPS issue. 

     

    To answer your question.  I don't know if ZVE did anything.  My G2 is still in the box that LG shipped it back to me in.  I loved the G2, but gave up on it.

     

    I am using a G3 now that has a fantastic GPS.  Tried to get a Nexus 6 today, but they sold out. 

    Samsung Galaxy Note 3

    in Samsung

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    thats weird. i wonder why it was on this phone in the first place and obviously enabling it wont do anything now that iDEN has been shut off lol.

    I think Sprint still has a direct connect option that you can add to your plan. Obviously the phone must be compatible.

    Google Nexus 6 by Motorola (Was "Nexus X talk leaked?")

    in Google

    Posted

    That's what I'm starting to think.  I picked up the 64 GB one, so I should be able to get something close to what this would be. 

     

    Or do I wait until next year and hopefully get my hands on a device with a Snapdragon 808 or 810?  I've already bought 3 phones in the last 11 months.  :lol:

    I'm right there with you.  Quite a few phones in recent months.  You can't keep up with it though.  As soon as you buy them, they are museum pieces and there's a bigger better one out there. 

     

    I'm mainly interested in the Nexus 6 for the frequency bands that it covers.  It doesn't hurt having the great screen and front stereo speakers either...

    Samsung Galaxy Note 3

    in Samsung

    Posted

    ok well i did a quick search on this but didnt find anything though im quite sure this has been discussed before.

     

    I was messing around in my note 3s data screen and found under advanced "Band BC10" i clicked it and it said BC10 was disabled. i figured whatever and clicked it and it enabled it. luckaly it didnt kill my phones radio but it raises the question (for me atleast) what the heck is this even for?

    I could be wrong, but I think BC10 (Band Class 10) is used by Sprint for their "push to talk" service, like the old Nextel service. I think it is somewhere in the low 800 MHz frequency range.

     

    Maybe someone more knowledgeable than myself can help.

     

    EDIT: I found an article on the subject written by Phone Scoop. I was partially correct.

     

    http://www.phonescoop.com/glossary/term.php?gid=480

    Google Nexus 6 by Motorola (Was "Nexus X talk leaked?")

    in Google

    Posted

    Anyone know the RF performance for the nexus 6? Is it better than the iPhone?

    iPhone 6/6+

     

    Band 25

    5 MHz FDD channels: max EIRP 23.18dBm

    Band 26

    5 MHz FDD channels: max ERP 19.00dBm

    Band 41 (Spark)

    20 MHz TDD channels: max EIRP 31.86dBm

     

    Nexus 6:

     

    Band 2:  good performance (~25 dBm)

    Band 4:  excellent performance (~26 dBm)

    Band 5:  good performance (~19 dBm)

    Band 12:  excellent performance (~21 dBm)

    Band 13:  excellent performance (~22 dBm)

    Band 17:  good performance (~20 dBm)

    Band 25:  good performance (~25 dBm)

    Band 26:  good performance (~19 dBm)

    Band 41:  good performance (~25 dBm)

     

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