Arthur Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 Older Nexus, Google Play edition devices get KitKat in the “coming weeks” « Ars Technica Android 4.4 is supported on nearly all of the Nexus devices that currently support Android 4.3, including the Nexus 4, the 2012 and 2013 Nexus 7s, and the Nexus 10. However, 2011's Galaxy Nexus won't be receiving the update. The Google Play edition Galaxy S 4 and HTC One should also receive the update at some point soon. Those phones received Android 4.3 just eight days after the Nexus devices started to get it, so the wait shouldn't be too long.
edutech4schools Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 Older Nexus, Google Play edition devices get KitKat in the “coming weeks” « Ars Technica Android 4.4 is supported on nearly all of the Nexus devices that currently support Android 4.3, including the Nexus 4, the 2012 and 2013 Nexus 7s, and the Nexus 10. However, 2011's Galaxy Nexus won't be receiving the update. The Google Play edition Galaxy S 4 and HTC One should also receive the update at some point soon. Those phones received Android 4.3 just eight days after the Nexus devices started to get it, so the wait shouldn't be too long. The wifes Nexus one could do with some kitkat love
Arthur Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 The wifes Nexus One could do with some kitkat love I wonder if someone will create a KitKat ROM for that phone considering 4.4 is meant to work better on low-end devices?
Arthur Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 Why on earth would someone buy a Nexus 5 from an eBay scalper for £100 more than it costs from Google Play? Are they mad! http://i.imgur.com/3Aokszo.png
Arthur Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 (edited) The Verge have posted a review of the Nexus 5 (and I now have a craving for chocolate). www.theverge.com/2013/10/31/5049068/googles-nexus-5-with-android-kit-kat-available-today-starting-349 http://i.imgur.com/WwJWWuq.jpg Edited October 31, 2013 by Arthur
Arthur Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 Ebuyer have gone live with pre-orders! £599!!!!! They say they have an allocation of 50. Almost eight hours later and eBuyer still have 50 available. http://i.imgur.com/MtO9Xj4.png
Theblacksheep Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 Almost eight hours later and eBuyer still have 50 available. Its like the ebay flipper, but an even worse deal!
MordyT Posted November 1, 2013 Posted November 1, 2013 I got mine, going to replace my aging gnex, very surprised it is not getting 4.4 Their servers held up much better. No timeout, etc I have a number that I called that leads to Google customer support. Got a rep in 5 mins... Very helpful. Fwiw, usa also has to wait till 5/11 for shipping if not later.
Arthur Posted November 1, 2013 Posted November 1, 2013 usa also has to wait till 5/11 for shipping if not later. Some people in the US have already had their N5's shipped. I have just received confirmation that mine has been shipped too, although the courier is ParcelForce. http://i.imgur.com/kHdg9Jb.png
mac_shinobi Posted November 1, 2013 Posted November 1, 2013 Some people in the US have already had their N5's shipped. I have just received confirmation that mine has been shipped too, although the courier is ParcelForce. http://i.imgur.com/kHdg9Jb.png Be good to know what ya think to it
john Posted November 4, 2013 Posted November 4, 2013 Be good to know what ya think to it @Ric_ has got his he was stalking ParcelForce all morning for it!
edutech4schools Posted November 4, 2013 Posted November 4, 2013 Does saying 'OK Google' do anything on everyone elses N5 as mine does nothing. Thought it was meant to open Google now. Also needed to call T-Mobile as I have the large Sim card and the N5 takes the micro card.
edutech4schools Posted November 4, 2013 Posted November 4, 2013 Just worked it out Change voice search to English US in settings, then it will work
Mr.Ben Posted November 4, 2013 Posted November 4, 2013 My N5 arrived this morning, to replace my Desire HD. I can't fault it so far. The extra screen space is well used, and the phone itself is only 1cm taller and is much lighter than the HD. 1
edutech4schools Posted November 5, 2013 Posted November 5, 2013 did anyone order the LG quick cover. might get one but they are expensive and wondered if they are any good.
Poults Posted November 5, 2013 Posted November 5, 2013 (edited) Got mine this morning but wont have a play until im home tonight. Official cases are to expensive imo, been looking at the Spigen Ultra Hybrid as i want the clear back, £8 on Amazon. Edited November 5, 2013 by Poults
Theblacksheep Posted November 5, 2013 Posted November 5, 2013 very impressed so far. Lighter than the n4, same width (roughly) but larger screen. The N4 also used to go for walks off completely flat surfaces, this stays nicely where it is. Some apps like nova launcher (my fav) dont work so stock launcher it is for now. dat screen.
Poults Posted November 12, 2013 Posted November 12, 2013 Loving this phone so far, screen looks brilliant, 4.4 is so smooth and quick, battery life for me is the best i have had with a phone for my needs. Only thing that i really have a problem with is the external speaker quality is pretty poor, but i rarely use it so can look past that.
Arthur Posted November 12, 2013 Posted November 12, 2013 Some apps like nova launcher (my fav) don't work so stock launcher it is for now. There's a beta version of Nova Launcher that is compatible with KitKat. I have it installed on my N5. novalauncher.com/beta 1
PeggleStar Posted November 12, 2013 Posted November 12, 2013 (edited) How well would the Nexus 5 cope with the following apps? Netflix NOW TV BBM Messenger Could anyone test? Edited November 12, 2013 by PeggleStar
CHR1S Posted November 12, 2013 Posted November 12, 2013 How well would the Nexus 5 cope with the following apps? Netflix NOW TV BBM Messenger Could anyone test? Cope in what way?
Rawns Posted November 12, 2013 Author Posted November 12, 2013 How well would the Nexus 5 cope with the following apps? Netflix NOW TV BBM Messenger Could anyone test? Being a brand new device with good kit in it, I would assume that it would not struggle in any way what so ever if that's your concern.
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