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Old 28-07-2013, 10:58
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Seems to be doing brisk trade on Ebay. Considering we're not going to see it here in the UK for another 8 weeks (which makes no sense!) i may be tempted.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BRAND-NEW-...#ht_2471wt_924
Would one from America work with our version of Google Play or would there be problems?
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Old 28-07-2013, 11:11
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only difference would be the plug.
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Old 28-07-2013, 11:13
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Is it known what the UK model will be priced at?
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Old 28-07-2013, 11:18
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As well as the nearly £40 postage from the US, won't HMRC slap VAT on top of that?

I can't see much, if any, saving tbh, plus there's the added inconvenience of the the plug mentioned above (and won't it be a 110V charger anyway?), plus the whole thing of buying stuff from eBay.
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Old 28-07-2013, 12:13
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I will just wait until it comes out over here. At least we can see the reviews before buying and see if there are any bugs.
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Old 28-07-2013, 14:19
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If it had been available almost immeditaley, I think I would have got one. Now i'm going to wait to see the iPad 5/mini.
Yep, me too, I think they've dropped a bollock doing that. I was a nailed on certainty otherwise, but now I'll probably wait and check out the competition nearer the time.
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Old 28-07-2013, 17:22
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As well as the nearly £40 postage from the US, won't HMRC slap VAT on top of that?

I can't see much, if any, saving tbh, plus there's the added inconvenience of the the plug mentioned above (and won't it be a 110V charger anyway?), plus the whole thing of buying stuff from eBay.
Yes VAT will be aded! The charger itself will be fine. Virtually all chargers on electronics items are "worldwide" (110-230V) these days.
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Old 28-07-2013, 20:44
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As well as the nearly £40 postage from the US, won't HMRC slap VAT on top of that?

I can't see much, if any, saving tbh, plus there's the added inconvenience of the the plug mentioned above (and won't it be a 110V charger anyway?), plus the whole thing of buying stuff from eBay.
Yes VAT will be aded! The charger itself will be fine. Virtually all chargers on electronics items are "worldwide" (110-230V) these days.
Oh well, guess i'll have to play the waiting game instead.
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Old 29-07-2013, 08:23
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Is it known what the UK model will be priced at?
Link on page 2 of this thread to PC World has 16GB listed as £199.99, same website has 32GB listed as £239.99 - pre order availability 13 Sep.
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Old 29-07-2013, 09:41
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New Nexus looks great, bought the current version in February and really enjoyed it - excellent value for money.
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Old 29-07-2013, 13:23
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Nexus 7 review:

http://www.phonearena.com/reviews/Go...ew-2013_id3373

9.5/10
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Old 29-07-2013, 14:31
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Yes VAT will be aded! The charger itself will be fine. Virtually all chargers on electronics items are "worldwide" (110-230V) these days.
Except you won't be able to plug it in without an adapter - unless it's one of those with an interchangeable base, and the options are included. (Unlikely for a product intended for the US market only IMO.)
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Old 29-07-2013, 15:26
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Except you won't be able to plug it in without an adapter )
I was rather taking that as read and not a significant issue!

If the power supply had been 110V only (which is now pretty much unkown for electronics and cameras) that would be more costly and awkward.
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Old 29-07-2013, 19:25
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Link on page 2 of this thread to PC World has 16GB listed as £199.99, same website has 32GB listed as £239.99 - pre order availability 13 Sep.
4G version is £299 - think I'll stick with my 3G 32Gb version for the time being as not enough new features to be worth the cost of an upgrade imo.
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Old 29-07-2013, 19:53
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Below are a selection of UK retailers where you can now pre-order the Nexus 7:

Amazon (via Tech HeavenS)
16GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: N/A
32GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £297.99
Nexus 7 shipping date: 29 July 2013

Game
16GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £199.99
32GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £239.99
Nexus 7 shipping date: August 28

Ebuyer
16GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £199.98
32GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £239.99
Nexus 7 shipping date: August 29

Currys/PC World
16GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £199.99
32GB Nexus 7 Wi-Fi only price: £239.99
Nexus 7 shipping date: September 13
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Old 29-07-2013, 20:10
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4G version is £299 - think I'll stick with my 3G 32Gb version for the time being as not enough new features to be worth the cost of an upgrade imo.
That's my attitude too. The new model may be better but I'm still happy with my 3G/32GB Nexus. Maybe I'll upgrade next year when the 3rd generation model comes out. Hopefully by then 4G will be more widespread and cheaper.
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Old 30-07-2013, 11:42
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The new Nexus 7 might not have support for LTE in Europe.

http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/07...ope-after-all/
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Old 30-07-2013, 12:17
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AP scour the world to find everything negative. It seems more a site to keep Apple readers happy,
Probably more 'race to the bottom' nonsense. They certainly planned it with different LTE firmware/settable LTE so there will be a few on test in the UK too.
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Old 30-07-2013, 12:35
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AP scour the world to find everything negative. It seems more a site to keep Apple readers happy,
Probably more 'race to the bottom' nonsense. They certainly planned it with different LTE firmware/settable LTE so there will be a few on test in the UK too.
I don't mind AP (I visit frequently) but at the moment whether or not LTE is coming to the UK on the Nexus 7 (2013) is pure speculation.
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Old 30-07-2013, 13:21
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It is, Google gave the specs.

With my tin hat, I have now noticed that that iFixit teardown has joined that wide embargo on mentioning GPS or GPS software on Android tablets. Maybe they will iFIxit and give it a mention. Slightly surprising for them so a mistake?
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Old 30-07-2013, 13:42
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http://www.androidauthority.com/nexu...upport-250458/

LTE support
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Old 30-07-2013, 14:25
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No 'phew' to Nexus 7 having GPS because according to AU all Android tablets probably have never had GPS.

If Apple ever improve their maps and give GPS standard, maps will then certainly get mentioned.
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Old 30-07-2013, 15:08
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Old 31-07-2013, 11:51
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AP scour the world to find everything negative. It seems more a site to keep Apple readers happy,
If Apple ever improve their maps and give GPS standard, maps will then certainly get mentioned.
:sleep: :yawn: oh give it a rest.
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Old 31-07-2013, 13:04
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They both have the simple formulae of following what everyone else says but making claim ownership of the words.
That makes them sound 'racey'.

But by claiming dedication to 'Android' in their name they should at least stop withholding technical info like others do.

BTW AnanTech still does real reviews. gsmarena is another. Not as 'racey' but at least you do get the info.
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