If you're getting the 6P -- Why (or why not)?

[seyahmit]

I had the original Nexus 5 and loved the phone. I was all set to pre-order the 5x but the looks and the superior specs of the 6p changed my mind at the last minute. I just wish it didn't have the black window across the back. I would have ordered the aluminum version. Ended up going with the graphite version since it blended in better.

 

[robert7107]

Now with the finger print scanner will that eliminate the need for a password/pin for the lock screen or will I still need a lock screen? My N6 I had on the past used a pin code because I kept pocket dialing but since I use Android pay I have to use it regardless

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[Almeuit]

Now with the finger print scanner will that eliminate the need for a password/pin for the lock screen or will I still need a lock screen? My N6 I had on the past used a pin code because I kept pocket dialing but since I use Android pay I have to use it regardless

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The fingerprint will be the unlock for the lock screen -- no pin needed (except for like a backup password after a few fingerprint fails).

 

[qnet]

I am not sure what this offers over the Note 4.

For me the Note 4 is very fast, stable, has a good camera, plenty of storage, OK to Good battery life, fast charging, Qi wireless charging, and a killer screen. I don't have issues with the Samsung software as some do.

What would the new 6P give me that I don't already have?

If the Samsung software doesn't bother you, probably not much. For me I like stock Android much better, although I have the Note 5 and Touchwiz is much improved. I also like that it's unlocked, no carrier bloatware, faster updates, and will most-likely run the Google services very well.

 

[NeilMex]

Lol, it was the same for me, I have an N5 and really didn't even consider the 6 until I saw the pics and specs today. The leaked renders that I saw made the black hump look much worse than it looks in the photos, I went with the 64gb aluminium.

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[I Can Be Your Hero]

Well I was all geared up to place an order but a couple things popped up:

1. It's not available to order in Australia (and may not be till late Oct/early Nov)
2. The price is seriously gouged for AU market

Let's compare last year's Nexus 6 to this year's Nexus 6P:

Nexus 6:
US price - $650
AUS price - $870

Nexus 6P:
US price - $500
AUS price - $900

So the price has gone down $150 in the US, and has gone up $30 in Australia.

No thanks Google. I'm not fond of being screwed over just because you like to favour the US. I'll wait for next years flagship phones which will no doubt have better specs and more reasonable pricing.

 

[syspry]

Before and after lie detection sensor is engaged: I already have [phone brand] and this isn't worth an upgrade I can't afford to upgrade and I'm jealous so that's why I said that.

 

[Wildo6882]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

I agree, but I'm eager to see how the 6P holds up in reviews over the next month.



Google might have sold me on the camera if they had compared its low-light images to similar images from one of the recent Samsung's or the G4. Comparing it to the 2014 N6 instead (without clarifying +/- HDR for the N6 pic) seemed almost mean.

The chatter about the Sensor Hub was the most intriguing info from the event for me. But overall, my takeaway was that Google was hot to open up new revenue streams. I mean, they're even dipping a toe into insurance with Nexus Protect.

This just tells me that Google is in the product department for the long haul, and not just the services department. They want to show that they're a player in that game too. There were all sorts of rumors about the Nexus program dying off. I think this just confirmed that it is here to stay in some form or fashion (although I think we're being set up for a Pixel phone down the road).

 

[syspry]

On a serious note I've recently decided all my future phones must have the following:

• Above average indoor lighting camera photo quality
• Excellent battery life
• Premium design and materials
• Fast updates
• A way to control misbehaving background activity from apps
• High quality headphone sound
• minimal bloatware
• At least one special feature both cool and useful (*see below this list)
• A DSP CO-PROCESSOR!! For tasks that would otherwise drain battery and affect performance via main cpu resource consumption
• If there is going to be a fingerprint sensor it must keep my print access locked in separate hardware (see above point) safely away from where it can be exploited
• 3GB RAM for Android, 2 GB for iOS

As of today there are only 2 phones that complete this list (a sad state of affairs that there are only 2) - The Nexus 6p and iPhone 6s Plus.
*features in starred point above include in this case the Active Display functions Google kept from former Moto ownership and iPhone's 3D touch

However... what I'm waiting for is to make sure there are no surprises around the corner after these products are both widely in consumer hands. If some kind of prevalent hardware issue that can't be resolved through a software patch surfaces on one but not the other, that will be my deciding factor. That's exactly why I will not pre-order either.

 

[ysbg]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

I will stick with my Nexus 6 because it still very capable, but this is looking promising for the future. I will most likely end up getting the Nexus 6 2016.

 

[I Can Be Your Hero]

Before and after lie detection sensor is engaged: I already have [phone brand] and this isn't worth an upgrade I can't afford to upgrade and I'm jealous so that's why I said that.

I can afford it, I'm just not willing to pay that much for a phone that's obviously price gouging. No idea how Google can justify a $500 US phone being charged $900 here. Especially when last years phone was $650 US and only cost $870 AUD. The dollar hasn't dropped that much, and going off exchange, it should still be cheaper than what we paid last year for the Nexus 6.

Just a matter of principle. And seeing as no one will even get the phones until November, I'm more than happy to wait a few months for the flagships next year.

 

[hallux]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

I'll wait for the order backlog to die down, which also allows for the early Marshmallow bugs to be squashed. Then it looks like I'll snag a 32 GB Aluminum to replace my 2013 Moto X.

 

[anon(469638)]

Well I was all geared up to place an order but a couple things popped up:

1. It's not available to order in Australia (and may not be till late Oct/early Nov)
2. The price is seriously gouged for AU market

Let's compare last year's Nexus 6 to this year's Nexus 6P:

Nexus 6:
US price - $650
AUS price - $870

Nexus 6P:
US price - $500
AUS price - $900

So the price has gone down $150 in the US, and has gone up $30 in Australia.

No thanks Google. I'm not fond of being screwed over just because you like to favour the US. I'll wait for next years flagship phones which will no doubt have better specs and more reasonable pricing.

Imagine that...an American company favoring its country.

Moto XPE

 

[getbretweir]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

Thr 6P looks sick. What hump?!

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yeah it does. today was a great day. one that quite frankly we deserve. perfect? of course not. but FINALLY a phone with stock, battery and camera. and IMO some of the best aesthetics you'll find. love the original look. can't wait for my graphite 64MB to get here in a month!

oh, and a speedy check out ... a great day for so many of us!

 

[Jack Neill]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

I am eying a 5x for myself but I am waiting to see the price of the Lumia 950. If they are priced the same I'll be forced to grab 1 of each...

 

[D13H4RD2L1V3]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

Interested to see how well the phone performs in the real-world, and how well (or poorly) they keep the SD810 under control. Hope it's the former.

But that said, most likely not buying one for myself. My LG G4 already does what I want it to do pretty well, and then some.

The Nexus 5X, however, may be a consideration to replace my dad's phone.

 

[Kegman]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

want to but no sd card, not able to use with tmobile JUMP, and no band 12. I wanted this phone but no sale.

 

[hallux]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

want to but no sd card, not able to use with tmobile JUMP, and no band 12. I wanted this phone but no sale.

Where do you see no band 12? This article from this site indicates it's there...

The Nexus 6P and 5X are compatible with major carriers in the U.S. — here are the full radio band listings http://www.androidcentral.com/nexus...carriers-us-here-are-full-radio-band-listings

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[Almeuit]

Re: Who's getting the 6p?

Where do you see no band 12? This article from this site indicates it's there...

The Nexus 6P and 5X are compatible with major carriers in the U.S. — here are the full radio band listings The Nexus 6P and 5X are compatible with major carriers in the U.S. — here are the full radio band listings | Android Central

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They have the bands but they will most likely be disabled till T-Mobile works with Google to "certify" the device. T-Mobile makes all VoLTE phones be certified. My Moto X Pure Edition has band 12 disabled since it hasn't been through their process.

 

[drone3]

Well I was all geared up to place an order but a couple things popped up:

1. It's not available to order in Australia (and may not be till late Oct/early Nov)
2. The price is seriously gouged for AU market

Let's compare last year's Nexus 6 to this year's Nexus 6P:

Nexus 6:
US price - $650
AUS price - $870

Nexus 6P:
US price - $500
AUS price - $900

So the price has gone down $150 in the US, and has gone up $30 in Australia.

No thanks Google. I'm not fond of being screwed over just because you like to favour the US. I'll wait for next years flagship phones which will no doubt have better specs and more reasonable pricing.

6P looks awesome but Australian prices are ridiculous. Will be keeping my S6 with custom kernel.

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