One word... WOW!!!

**MattMJB0188** · 02-15-2012, 08:24 AM

I picked up a GSM Galaxy Nexus and I was completely blown away by it. I have used several Gingerbread devices and actually got to the point where I really hated Android and went to an iPhone 4s (thank you HTC Sensation). Well I'm glad I came back to try out Ice Cream Sandwich. Its very smooth on 4.0.2 and I love the animations. I love how fast and responsive the device is. Now I did notice a slight delay while in the app drawer but this "lag" was not the normal lag I have experienced on other Android devices... if that makes sense?

The one thing that sticks out has got to be the screen. I think that's where the WOW factor comes into play. I think it looks nicer than the Galaxy S II screen on AT&T. The new 720p resolution is sick!!!! Not only is the screen beyond awesome but the form factor is like no other. No its not the iPhone's but its good in its own way. I love the curve, and I think its make it more comfortable to hold.

Now, the only thing to sightly annoy me was the low volume and that's so minor its practically irrelevant. I was just wondering if anyone can share their Volume+ settings.

But all in all this device is awesome and will only get better in time. I love that I am getting updates directly from Google, instead of waiting for the manufacture. Hopefully the Verizon Galaxy Nexus gets them from Google too and doesn't have to wait for Verizon to approve them.

The only thing that is driving me nuts is the fact that I'm not using the Nexus yet as my phone because my screen protector and case haven't arrived!!!!! The wait is gonna kill me.

**Nakrohtap** · 02-15-2012, 09:47 AM

1. Use your phone. Don't wait for the case and protectors. Are you that rough on your phones?

2. You do realize that this is the VERIZON Galaxy Nexus forum, right?

Glad you like your phone, though.

**MattMJB0188** · 02-15-2012, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by Nakrohtap

1. Use your phone. Don't wait for the case and protectors. Are you that rough on your phones?

2. You do realize that this is the VERIZON Galaxy Nexus forum, right?

Glad you like your phone, though.

Oh I'm careful with my phones but with a phone anything can happen.

Yes I know this is Verizon but the AT&T Galaxy Nexus forum is kinda dead. Probably since there is no official release. ):

**aggie** · 02-15-2012, 09:59 AM

I'm in love with this device as well. Had it since 12/15 launch and still not even a thought of switching. I usually pick up a new phone every couple months but I think I've found a keeper.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk

**LBTRS** · 02-15-2012, 10:00 AM

Originally Posted by MattMJB0188

Yes I know this is Verizon but the AT&T Galaxy Nexus forum is kinda dead. Probably since there is no official release. ):

So since the RAZR MAXX forum is dead I should post about how much I love the MAXX in the Bionic forum?

**Bobaroo** · 02-15-2012, 10:05 AM

Originally Posted by LBTRS

So since the RAZR MAXX forum is dead I should post about how much I love the MAXX in the Bionic forum?

But the RAZR and Bionic are different phones, while the Nexus, CDMA or GSM is still the Nexus

**LBTRS** · 02-15-2012, 10:08 AM

Originally Posted by Bobaroo

But the RAZR and Bionic are different phones, while the Nexus, CDMA or GSM is still the Nexus

I know, just giving him a hard time.

**moosc** · 02-15-2012, 10:09 AM

Bionic still motorola cant swap software. Same goes with nexus same name but different software n radios that is why there are separate forums.

Originally Posted by Bobaroo

But the RAZR and Bionic are different phones, while the Nexus, CDMA or GSM is still the Nexus

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Xparent Cyan Tapatalk

**ManBearPig618** · 02-15-2012, 10:14 AM

Originally Posted by moosc

Bionic still motorola cant swap software. Same goes with nexus same name but different software n radios that is why there are separate forums.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Xparent Cyan Tapatalk

Oh the Bionic...what a piece. Worst months of my life.

**Bobaroo** · 02-15-2012, 10:15 AM

Originally Posted by LBTRS

I know, just giving him a hard time.

as am I, just messing around

**TabGuy** · 02-15-2012, 10:37 AM

You can solve your volume problems with Volume+ (Full Version). It worked so well I added it to my Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet. It's less than $2 on the market.

**LBTRS** · 02-15-2012, 10:50 AM

Originally Posted by TabGuy

You can solve your volume problems with Volume+ (Full Version). It worked so well I added it to my Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet. It's less than $2 on the market.

I had sound distortion using Volume+, don't know if it was the cause or not but on my replacement device (replaced for loss of data) I didn't install volume+ and have not had distortion.

Have you noticed any distortion on yours?

**MattMJB0188** · 02-15-2012, 11:46 AM

Originally Posted by LBTRS

So since the RAZR MAXX forum is dead I should post about how much I love the MAXX in the Bionic forum?

Well as someone else already stated the GSM model is practically the same device with the exception of the internal storage, LTE, and battery. I don't need Verizon service to post about my nexus here.

Originally Posted by TabGuy

You can solve your volume problems with Volume+ (Full Version). It worked so well I added it to my Galaxy Tab 10.1 tablet. It's less than $2 on the market.

I had purchased the App last summer and it worked very well on the HTC Sensation. Though, I can't seem to get it to work properly on the Nexus.

**thebignewt** · 02-15-2012, 01:02 PM

I agree that the curved back is a very cool feature of the GN. Interesting in that it is very reminiscent of the contours of my iPad (maybe Apple will sue Samsung like the do Google for patent infringement lol). In the Jobs biography it said that because the curves were such a big design feature and because so many buyers were covering their iPad backs, they decided to come out with the magnetic colored covers that just cover the top and shut off the sceen making screen covers unneccessary and the back/sides uncovered (I have one it's great). I guess there's no way to do that with the GN because there's no place on the top for the magnet to stick. I wouldn't ever cover the back of it though.

**iviustang50h** · 02-15-2012, 01:40 PM

I don't know that this applies to the GSM version, but the app drawer lagginess went away completely when I flashed the 4.04 leak. It's now "smooth as butta." I've seen people saying the 4.04 update fixes the low volume issues as well, but that is not the case with my phone (it's still the same).

**MattMJB0188** · 02-15-2012, 02:20 PM

Originally Posted by iviustang50h

I don't know that this applies to the GSM version, but the app drawer lagginess went away completely when I flashed the 4.04 leak. It's now "smooth as butta." I've seen people saying the 4.04 update fixes the low volume issues as well, but that is not the case with my phone (it's still the same).

Running 4.0.2 on the GSM version the app drawer only stuttered the first time I went in there. After that it was very smooth. Can't wait to see what 4.0.5 will bring next month.

**zero neck** · 02-15-2012, 02:56 PM

Originally Posted by ManBearPig618

Oh the Bionic...what a piece. Worst months of my life.

i feel so bad for all the people who held off on the tbolt or just waited in anticipation for the bionic ... only for it to be eh ... and then the razr comes out six weeks later! hahaha. actually i dont feel bad. ok, a little.

and then the purchasers of the razr... get the maxx three weeks later.

sucks to buy motorola.

**TabGuy** · 02-15-2012, 03:16 PM

Originally Posted by LBTRS

I had sound distortion using Volume+, don't know if it was the cause or not but on my replacement device (replaced for loss of data) I didn't install volume+ and have not had distortion.

Have you noticed any distortion on yours?

I haven't had the distortion problem. Just a significant increase in volume.

**qnet** · 02-15-2012, 03:54 PM

Congrats on your GSM Gnex, it's a nice phone and I prefer it over the Verizon Gnex. I had one but sold it and kept my Verizon version. I wanted to keep it but, Verizon's voice service is just too good and I also have unlimited 4G. A lot of the issues you talked about will be cleared up with the 4.04 update.

**cj100570** · 02-15-2012, 05:20 PM

Originally Posted by LBTRS

So since the RAZR MAXX forum is dead I should post about how much I love the MAXX in the Bionic forum?

"Bazinga!"

**menelfloss** · 02-15-2012, 07:51 PM

My thought is that the distortion is not the signal boost from Volume+ but rather the small not so loud speaker being a little over driven. That having been said, I am satisfied now with the volume increase by using Volume+.
To get it to work on the Nexus, go to Settings>Sound>Music effects> and select Volume+

**cckgz4** · 02-16-2012, 03:50 AM

Slightly interested in ICS. Just not this phone

**biggbrother2** · 02-16-2012, 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by MattMJB0188

I picked up a GSM Galaxy Nexus and I was completely blown away by it. I have used several Gingerbread devices and actually got to the point where I really hated Android and went to an iPhone 4s (thank you HTC Sensation). Well I'm glad I came back to try out Ice Cream Sandwich. Its very smooth on 4.0.2 and I love the animations. I love how fast and responsive the device is. Now I did notice a slight delay while in the app drawer but this "lag" was not the normal lag I have experienced on other Android devices... if that makes sense?

Funny, I remember you around the Sensation forum, which is now pretty much dead. You hated the Sensation almost as much as I did. I also purchased Volume+ for the Sensation based on your recommendation. I think I even used your recommended settings. I hated that damn phone. It represents exactly why HTC was not profitable last quarter, and the Nexus represents why Samsung is gobbling up market share. The Sensation had an abysmal screen compared to the GNX. Remember the horrible viewing angles? The screen was not very responsive and HTC Sense 3.0 was laggy and always loading the homescreen. It was the slowest dual-core processor I had ever seen operate. It drove me insane. Glad I was able to sell it for $300 on CL.

With the Galaxy Nexus, the screen is perfect. Viewing angles are absolutely excellent. The dual-core TI chip is phenomenal. Despite the lack of Tegra-esque hype, I have had no problems playing top shelf games with high end graphics. ICS is a joy to use and I seem to learn about neat features every day. I would rather take a bullet to the cranium rather than use Sense 3.0 again.

I have had great success using Volume+ on the GNX. Sounds very loud now. I simply did not adjust any of the EQ settings like I had on the Sensation. I just increased the volume to the max settings and it works great. People comment to me how loud and clear the phone sounds in a room now.

**NordicNinja** · 02-16-2012, 12:07 PM

I've got nothing but good things to say about this phone. Coming from Blackberry this is my first Android device and I don't think I would have been happy with anything else so I'm glad I held out. It is a joy to use and whenever someone catches a glance they are amazed. And like the previous poster said, it seems like every day it gets even better.

I still haven't received any updates though

(rocking GSM)