My device has been ordered... Would should I know?

[Duvi]

I ordered my ns4g and although UPS has yet to update aside from EoB Wednesday to EoB Thursday, I'm excited!

What should I know or look out for to ensure my device is close to perfect (if not perfect)?

What kind of battery does it use? Is it the same as the Galaxy and/or Samsung Focus (wp7)?

Slippery? I rock all my devices naked. Might rock a gel or put it in a belt clip-case when at work.

Tricks, tips?

 

[anon(163908)]

I just got my Nexus S Monday and so far I like it a lot. I changed from the EVO but it was only after weeks of back and forth trips to best buy. After hearing all of the bad things about the nexus I decided to give it a try. After two days i'm really starting to like this phone. I have not had any of the issue reported in some of the forums. Yes, the 3G and WiFi signals do seem to be weaker than on the EVO but I have not had any dropped calls or wifi connection problems. I think the confusion is that the EVO and other phones has six bars and the Nexus has 4 bars. Naturally, the scale it uses to calculate the signal is going to appear be weaker. My suggestion is to just forget about all of the negativity on the forums and just try it for yourself. In my opinion the screen on the Nexus is not as good as the EVO even though everybody raves about the AMOLED it's not that great to me. Minor issue.

As for the device itself it feels so much better in my hands than the EVO and is faster because it does not have the bloat that the EVO has. I think you will enjoy it.

 

[jnl813]

I just got my Nexus S Monday and so far I like it a lot. I changed from the EVO but it was only after weeks of back and forth trips to best buy. After hearing all of the bad things about the nexus I decided to give it a try. After two days i'm really starting to like this phone. I have not had any of the issue reported in some of the forums. Yes, the 3G and WiFi signals do seem to be weaker than on the EVO but I have not had any dropped calls or wifi connection problems. I think the confusion is that the EVO and other phones has six bars and the Nexus has 4 bars. Naturally, the scale it uses to calculate the signal is going to appear be weaker. My suggestion is to just forget about all of the negativity on the forums and just try it for yourself. In my opinion the screen on the Nexus is not as good as the EVO even though everybody raves about the AMOLED it's not that great to me. Minor issue.

As for the device itself it feels so much better in my hands than the EVO and is faster because it does not have the bloat that the EVO has. I think you will enjoy it.

Enjoy and welcome!



Sent from my Sexy Nexus 4G

 

[enik]

I ordered my ns4g and although UPS has yet to update aside from EoB Wednesday to EoB Thursday, I'm excited!

What should I know or look out for to ensure my device is close to perfect (if not perfect)?

What kind of battery does it use? Is it the same as the Galaxy and/or Samsung Focus (wp7)?

Slippery? I rock all my devices naked. Might rock a gel or put it in a belt clip-case when at work.

Tricks, tips?

You'll want a case because the glossy black finish will scratch easy and probably a screen protector because there is no gorilla glass. Amazon has a deal on a black gel case, six screen protectors, and a stylus for 6 bucks. Its marketed as a Nexus S case not a Nexus S 4G but it works all the same. I believe i put a link up in the accessories section.

From Archos With Love

 

[KSmithInNY]

You'll want a case because the glossy black finish will scratch easy and probably a screen protector because there is no gorilla glass. Amazon has a deal on a black gel case, six screen protectors, and a stylus for 6 bucks. Its marketed as a Nexus S case not a Nexus S 4G but it works all the same. I believe i put a link up in the accessories section.

Amazon.com search = nexus s curve case

 

[enik]

Amazon.com search = nexus s curve case

What he said

From Archos With Love

 

[herbthehammer]

I bought this
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/de...70597949&catId=&ev=prodView#customer-overview zagg

http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=2553277&pid=1218335742853&catId=&ev=prodView otterbox like case

http://shop2.sprint.com/NASApp/onli...=Carry+&+Protect&selectedAccessoryID=CZS2033R

Sprint clear argyle gel case.

I used a sharp and new exacto knife to cut the plastic on the gel case out where the volume and power buttons were because they didn't line up right and that made the buttons too sensitive. I got the zagg on the screen and let it set and dry for a few hours before putting a case on it. I had best buy put it on because they do a better job than I ever could with screen protectors. I tried the inner case for the platinum but the two halves didn't snap together good. Besides, I thought it would be better to have a soft case nearest the body of the phone. I thought hard plastic would be more apt to scratch. Okay so I put the clear gel on and then the rubber layer case then the hard plastic outer finger grip like case. It comes with a holster too. I cut the rubber camera lens flap off so it wouldn't look as obvious if I were taking incognito shots. Yeah it's bulky but all this together should really protect the phone from a drop.

 

[khamvongsa09]

Okay... For sure get the Zagg invisible shield.. Its the best screen protector out there IMO..

For a cheap but good case, I suggest this one. I'm using it right now and it is just a good bang for the buck. It fits firm and it really gives you a good grip..

SAMSUNG GOOGLE NEXUS S "S" CURVE GEL CASE - BLACK, WITH 6 SCREEN PROTECTORS & 1 STYLUS
Amazon.com: SAMSUNG GOOGLE NEXUS S "S" CURVE GEL CASE - BLACK, WITH 6 SCREEN PROTECTORS & 1 STYLUS: Electronics

 

[Duvi]

Thanks y'all. I got the gel they sell through my job, but I really hate putting anything on it, I'll see how it works out naked.

I think if I do eventually put something on, it might be the Invisible Shield.

So far so good! Charged it up and now letting it drain out to charge it again.

 

[lingo622]

Honestly, I would just get the invisible shield. You can't notice the screen protector at all, but the backside cover is noticeable but adds a little extra grip.

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[Duvi]

I just got my Nexus S Monday and so far I like it a lot. I changed from the EVO but it was only after weeks of back and forth trips to best buy. After hearing all of the bad things about the nexus I decided to give it a try. After two days i'm really starting to like this phone. I have not had any of the issue reported in some of the forums. Yes, the 3G and WiFi signals do seem to be weaker than on the EVO but I have not had any dropped calls or wifi connection problems. I think the confusion is that the EVO and other phones has six bars and the Nexus has 4 bars. Naturally, the scale it uses to calculate the signal is going to appear be weaker. My suggestion is to just forget about all of the negativity on the forums and just try it for yourself. In my opinion the screen on the Nexus is not as good as the EVO even though everybody raves about the AMOLED it's not that great to me. Minor issue.

As for the device itself it feels so much better in my hands than the EVO and is faster because it does not have the bloat that the EVO has. I think you will enjoy it.

for sure... thanks. i usually get the device if i like it and decide as well because 10/10 times, i never have those issues being mentioned. (ie. iPhone 4)

 

[piaband]

Yep. The nevis works great for me.

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[Duvi]

one thing that's starting to annoy me is how it turns off... lol.

it's not that it's a bad thing, but it keeps making me think the screen died. i get scared

 

[khamvongsa09]

one thing that's starting to annoy me is how it turns off... lol.

it's not that it's a bad thing, but it keeps making me think the screen died. i get scared

Lol I actually like it. I find it very "cool" and everyone who sees it says "Oh wow, that's actually pretty cool". Sure its kind of useless but its whatever

 

[Duvi]

Lol I actually like it. I find it very "cool" and everyone who sees it says "Oh wow, that's actually pretty cool". Sure its kind of useless but its whatever

i don't dislike it, but i treat my devices like a baby... any small imperfection, i usually get a replacement. but it's cool now because i noticed since writing that, i've actually not flinched once (happened while typing this... ha)

 

[ragnarokx]

one thing that's starting to annoy me is how it turns off... lol.

it's not that it's a bad thing, but it keeps making me think the screen died. i get scared

You can disable this by going to: Settings>Display>Animation>No animations

 

[Duvi]

What's up with the charging? I let it drain all the way until it died and now I'm charging... I started charging it around 6pm and it is now 10:30pm. It seemed to take about 4 hours the first time while at work, but did last over 24 hours, was even streaming pandora for the last 4 hours before it died out.

Does it normally take that long? I googled and saw some people complaining about it and some saying it was quick for them. Some stated they started using a charger that charged it faster, but how does that effect the device?

 

[Duvi]

You can disable this by going to: Settings>Display>Animation>No animations

thanks. gonna keep it for a few to see if i can live with it like that.

 

[ragnarokx]

What's up with the charging? I let it drain all the way until it died and now I'm charging... I started charging it around 6pm and it is now 10:30pm. It seemed to take about 4 hours the first time while at work, but did last over 24 hours, was even streaming pandora for the last 4 hours before it died out.

Newer Samsung phones (Galaxy S, Nexus S) seem to take forever to charge. It's normal.

Does it normally take that long? I googled and saw some people complaining about it and some saying it was quick for them. Some stated they started using a charger that charged it faster, but how does that effect the device?

Charging using a wall/outlet charger is much faster than charging using your computer.

 

[Duvi]

That's the only way I charge.

Thanks. I can't complain since I got that much juice on 4g.

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