Google Nexus 7: Quadcore Tegra, Android 4.1, 7'' IPS, HSPA+ $249/$299/$349 - Page 16

negatron · 2nd July 2012, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NikonUser

I'm not sure if I should replace my Samsung 7.7 with this.

I love the 7.7 but don't like my chances of timely OS updates (still on 3.2). Samsung seems to adopt a "sell and forget" policy.

The only thing that has stopped me is the lack of expandable storage.

Depends on what you use it for, I'm staying with the 7.7 as the expandable storage (and the 32gb built in for mine) is what i need to make it a viable media watcher when I travel

power · 2nd July 2012, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by NikonUser

I'm not sure if I should replace my Samsung 7.7 with this.

I love the 7.7 but don't like my chances of timely OS updates (still on 3.2). Samsung seems to adopt a "sell and forget" policy.

The only thing that has stopped me is the lack of expandable storage.

I think you need to be realistic about how much storage you require and decide from there.

arytel · 2nd July 2012, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Danske

I'm basically egging eveyrone on to get one because it will be boss as.

So go on, do it, be consumed by our overlords, Google.

Same, since changing from the 3GS to the S3 it has been a very interesting week. Finally getting my head around it all, the biggest problem was the increase in freedom.

For the price I will definitely grab one. Looking for a planner replacement, originally was waiting for the the win8 tablets but... this will be a nice stop gap at the least.

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Originally Posted by Carey

The opportunity to grab something this good for this price doesn't come up often. So you may as well make the most of it when it does!

Definitely, and just in time to spend the tax refund.

NikonUser · 2nd July 2012, 1:15 PM

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Originally Posted by power

I think you need to be realistic about how much storage you require and decide from there.

Very true.

My current 32GB card in my 7.7 is filled full of music. But now with MOG being unmetered on Telstra I could possibly use that instead... but would loose access to music when offline.

If there were more options available for using a wireless external hard drive (or flash drive) then that would be a great solution.... but I don't know of any apart from the Seagate one which apparently isn't very good.

Paul

bueller · 2nd July 2012, 2:13 PM

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Originally Posted by NikonUser

If there were more options available for using a wireless external hard drive (or flash drive) then that would be a great solution.... but I don't know of any apart from the Seagate one which apparently isn't very good.

Paul

Kingston Wi-Drive's are apparently pretty good for the price and there's also the Airstash (although that is a bit more pricey). I was planning on getting a Wi-Drive but after hearing you're not allowed to use them on some flights I've decided just to get a USB OTG cable and a 64GB thumb drive instead.

Danske · 2nd July 2012, 3:00 PM

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Originally Posted by laidlow

Kingston Wi-Drive's are apparently pretty good for the price and there's also the Airstash (although that is a bit more pricey). I was planning on getting a Wi-Drive but after hearing you're not allowed to use them on some flights I've decided just to get a USB OTG cable and a 64GB thumb drive instead.

Dunno if OTG USB storage will work man; http://www.anandtech.com/show/6061/m...-not-supported.

NikonUser · 2nd July 2012, 3:02 PM

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Originally Posted by laidlow

Kingston Wi-Drive's are apparently pretty good for the price and there's also the Airstash (although that is a bit more pricey). I was planning on getting a Wi-Drive but after hearing you're not allowed to use them on some flights I've decided just to get a USB OTG cable and a 64GB thumb drive instead.

Last time I checked the Wi-Drive was IOS only, looks like they have added Android support

Battery life is a concern though.

As for the USB OTG, it looks like it will only work if you root your device?
http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/tec...ur_724609.html

H3llb0und · 2nd July 2012, 3:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Danske

Dunno if OTG USB storage will work man; http://www.anandtech.com/show/6061/m...-not-supported.

AHAH!

http://youtu.be/46IiRyigUH0

USB Pendrive @0:55, 500GB portable drive @2:50, USB hub with keyboard and mouse @4:00, USB audio @6:48, PS3 controller and FPse @8:55, XBoX controller @11:08, MHL @14:25, Bluetooth keyboard and mouse @15:50, 1080p DivX and 10-bit via MHL @18:38, RDP with Splashtop/MHL/BT keyboard and mouse @20:05, Wiimotes and N64oid

Danske · 2nd July 2012, 4:14 PM

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Originally Posted by H3llb0und

AHAH!

http://youtu.be/46IiRyigUH0

USB Pendrive @0:55, 500GB portable drive @2:50, USB hub with keyboard and mouse @4:00, USB audio @6:48, PS3 controller and FPse @8:55, XBoX controller @11:08, MHL @14:25, Bluetooth keyboard and mouse @15:50, 1080p DivX and 10-bit via MHL @18:38, RDP with Splashtop/MHL/BT keyboard and mouse @20:05, Wiimotes and N64oid

That's nice and all, but a SGS3 isn't a Nexus 7

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H3llb0und · 2nd July 2012, 4:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Danske

That's nice and all, but a SGS3 isn't a Nexus 7

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Ooops, wrong thread. My bad. I had this and the SGS III thread open and posted on the wrong one...

But I trust our XDA friends will do something about that as I'm also waiting for my Nexus 7.

DeNs · 2nd July 2012, 5:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Danske

That's nice and all, but a SGS3 isn't a Nexus 7

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Was wondering what the point of that post was.

On another note, I can't get enough of a fix of Nexus 7-related shiz to satisfy my cravings. I want it now damnit!

...and I did manage to find something though which I somehow missed previously - a rather in-depth review from the Verge, who I previously linked their regular text-based review of.

http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/29/31...nexus-7-review

I just want to touch it.

---dens

NikonUser · 2nd July 2012, 5:59 PM

Caved...ordered.

Will see how I go with the lower storage and using the cloud. If no good then I'm sure I will find a buyer somewhere

Danske · 2nd July 2012, 7:12 PM

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Originally Posted by H3llb0und

Ooops, wrong thread. My bad. I had this and the SGS III thread open and posted on the wrong one...

But I trust our XDA friends will do something about that as I'm also waiting for my Nexus 7.

Ahah all good. Yeah I hope someone gets it working with USB storage. They did have a keyboard running off it I believe.

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Originally Posted by DeNs

Was wondering what the point of that post was.

On another note, I can't get enough of a fix of Nexus 7-related shiz to satisfy my cravings. I want it now damnit!

...and I did manage to find something though which I somehow missed previously - a rather in-depth review from the Verge, who I previously linked their regular text-based review of.

http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/29/31...nexus-7-review

I just want to touch it.

---dens

Yeah same. I watched the whole Keynote today at work while doing other work (I work in VoIP and mobiles... so it's kinda... relevant haha)

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Originally Posted by NikonUser

Caved...ordered.

Will see how I go with the lower storage and using the cloud. If no good then I'm sure I will find a buyer somewhere

I am satisfied that people are caving in and buying this product

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PooJou · 2nd July 2012, 7:59 PM

I love the cascade effect Danske has had haha

Danske · 3rd July 2012, 8:38 AM

I should work in sales

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