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[Jaysus]

Nexus 9 will be up for pre-order on Oct 17

Here are the specs so far:

• 8.9" IPS display
• 8MP rear camera/1.6MP front
• 64-bit Tegra K1 processor at 2.3GHz
• 16/32GB storage
• 6700mAh battery

We also know it has dual front-facing (BoomSound) speakers, and compatibility with the turbo charger for "up to six hours of use with only 15 minutes of charge."

As for pricing, the 16GB model will be $399, while 32GB is expected at $479, with an LTE-enabled version of the 32GB model for $599. The tablet is planned for pre-order starting October 17, hitting stores on November 3rd

from the source link comes official confirmation of the "Lollipop" nickname for Android 5.0

Introducing Lollipop, our sweetest release yet

Lollipop: https://www.android.com/versions/lollipop-5-0/

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Introducing the Nexus Player

Less browsing, more watchingPick from personalized recommendations that appear automatically on your home screen.
Google Cast ReadyCast your favorite entertainment apps from your Android or iOS device, Mac or Windows laptop, or Chromebook to the TV.
Start here, finish thereContent syncs across Android devices so you can start a movie on your TV and finish it on your tablet in bed.
Say what you want to seeJust press the mic button and say “Gravity” to find it without having to dig through your media library.

Up your game Experience the detailsTiny visual details and stunning 3D graphics come to life on your HDTV with Nexus Player.
Free online multiplayerPlay with friends or find new ones with free multiplayer from Google Play Games.
Sync achievementsTrack your progress and earn achievements across your Android phone, tablet and TV.

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Nexus 6

SpecsDisplay5.96” 1440x2560 display (493 ppi)

Battery3220 mAh
Camera13MP rear-facing with optical image stabilization
2MP front-facing
ProcessorCPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon[SIZE=11.8055553436279px]TM 805 - Quad Core 2.7 GHz
GPU: Adreno 420
Memory: 32 GB, 64 GB[/SIZE]

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Nexus 5

Specs Display4.95” 1920x1080 display (445 ppi)

Battery2300 mAh
Camera8MP rear-facing, 1.3MP front-facing
ProcessorCPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 800, 2.26GHz
GPU: Adreno 330, 450MHz
Memory: 16BG, 32GB

 

[Slapdash]

That does look sweet....

 

[MattFancy]

Damn my contract doesn't end until next November :(

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Here's whats new in Lollipop

A Brand New, Unified Design
The new version of Android comes with a brand new interface, built on its new Material Design principles. The interface features brighter colors, smoother animations, and tools for developers to build apps that look the same on Android and the web. Google is giving developers tools to create apps that have a consistent appearance not just across phones and tablets, but wearables, cars, and everywhere else you can get Google.

A New Notification System
Android Lollipop has a new approach to notifications. In Jelly Bean, Google allowed developers to add expanded information and functionality to notifications. Now, users can access their entire notification list directly from the lock screen. You can swipe down to expand the notification panel to get more information. You can also swipe up to unlock the device.

Google also introduced heads-up notifications that allow developers to add a small box that appears above full-screen apps that users can expand, act on, or dismiss without leaving the app they're in or opening the full notification shade. Notifications will also sort themselves based on what Google thinks you find most important.

Do Not Disturb and Priority Modes to Filter or Silence NotificationsEXPAND


We caught wind of this during the developer preview, but now it's official: Google is (finally!) adding the ability to completely silence notifications for a period of time. You can turn them off indefinitely, or for a set number of hours if you just want to shut your phone up for a meeting or movie.

On top of that, you can also enter Priority Mode. In this state, your phone will only notify you if certain people you specify try to contact you. This can be particularly handy in silencing work notifications during the evening, but still allowing your significant other to get through.

Quick Settings Is Getting a Bunch More Toys
Adding new hardware controls to the notification shade is a beloved pastime on Android. Google added a separate settings shade, but it didn't have everything we wanted. Now there's a lot more. You can turn on your phone's "flashlight" (because we all agreed it's more useful that way than as a camera flash), hotspot, screen rotation, and even easier controls for turning things like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on and off.


Supercharge Your Notification Shade with These Android AppsAndroid's notification drawer isn't just for boring emails and texts. You can use it to…Read more

Unlock Your Phone with WearablesEXPAND

In conjunction with Android Wear, Google gave Android phones the ability to authenticate devices with your watch. If your phone is near your smart watch, the phone will not prompt you to enter an unlock code or pattern. However, if you remove the device your phone is authenticating with, your phone require whatever alternative authentication you chose.

Encryption Is Now Enabled by Default
We've already recommended that you https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRmgMe...enable encryption on your phone right now. Now, Google's taking the next step and enabling it by default. This should make it much, much harder for someone with nefarious intent to steal data from your phone if you ever lose it.


The Essential Android Security Features You Should Enable Right NowYour phone is probably the most personal device you own. You carry it with you at all times, and it …Read more

Multitasking Is Now "Recents", Now Includes Chrome TabsEXPAND

Google revamped Android's multitasking interface in a big way. Its now called "Recents" and includes individual tabs in Chrome. The new Recents UI uses a card-style design you can cycle through with a swipe. Because apps and Chrome tabs are treated equally, it makes it easier to navigate between different tasks.

This system also helps clean up the messy way that Android navigates between apps by allowing search results to jump directly into sub sections in apps and treat them as distinct instances in the Recents section.

You Can Now Share Your Phone with Multiple UsersEXPAND

For complicated reasons, Google elected to keep multi-user support exclusive to tablets for a while. Not anymore. With Lollipop, multiple users can sign into a single phone, just like they can on tablets. Not that most people will want to. But for those that have a pressing need (Google suggests perhaps an emergency where you've lost your phone and need to log in on a friend's?), it's available now.

Here Is Another Reason Google Continues To Shun SD Cards - Multiuser SupportThe lack of expandable storage in Nexus devices becomes one of the hottest and most controversial…
"OK, Google" Now Works Even When Your Phone Is Off
This one will certainly be interesting to see when everyone's phones have this feature. It apparently requires hardware support, which means for now it will be limited to the brand new Nexus 6 and Nexus 9. However, according to Google, any device with support for "digital signal processing" can enable this Moto X-like feature.


How to Get Some of the Best Moto X Features on Your Android Phone NowLast week, Motorola announced its new flagship handset, the Moto X, that included some sweet new…Read more

The Screen Will Turn On When You Pickup the Phone
Moto X users may be familiar with the surprisingly-useful feature that turns the display on when you pick up the phone. Now everyone can take part. "Where supported by hardware" (an unclear distinction that may refer to anything with an accelerometer or gyroscope), Lollipop will now wake up when you pick up your phone. Or, alternatively, you can tap the screen twice.

The ART Runtime Is Now the Default
With the release of Lollipop, Google is making the ART runtime the default instead of the old Dalvik engine that Android has used since day one. In addition, Google has added support for 64-bit architectures. This should help improve performance on your devices, though it may break compatibility with some apps.


Android's ART vs Dalvik: Performance and Battery Life ComparedOne of the lesser known features of Android 4.4 was a new runtime called ART which should…Read more

Android Now Has a Battery Saving Mode

 

[chauncey]

:soakthewalls:

 

[MattFancy]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

 

[Jaysus]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

 

[MattFancy]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

 

[Jaysus]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

 

[Jaysus]

I upgraded from the Moto G to the One Plus. Already sold the Moto. I'm looking for something for the wife similar to the Moto G, or in fact the Moto G. Anything better/cheaper than than the G? She doesnt need anything spectacular.

So - if you were gonna buy a sub 200 dollar phone, contract free, what would you get?

Nexus 5 is about to have its price slashed to clear stock imo.

Doesn't look like it at this point... looks like they will be selling a Lollipop version of it (at the same price) along side of the Nexus 6.

 

[MattFancy]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

Good point. If the Nexus 6 really is $50 like it said on the AT&T website, I will definitely be looking to extend my contract and get one for that price.

 

[the moops]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

Good point. If the Nexus 6 really is $50 like it said on the AT&T website, I will definitely be looking to extend my contract and get one for that price.

You should take a look at Hulk's thread. You are likely better off just going early termination and finding a better plan

 

[MattFancy]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

Good point. If the Nexus 6 really is $50 like it said on the AT&T website, I will definitely be looking to extend my contract and get one for that price.

You should take a look at Hulk's thread. You are likely better off just going early termination and finding a better plan

That could be an option too. I still have a year so not sure what the ETF would be. I do like my current plan with Verizon. I pay $60 for unlimited talk/text and 2GB of data.

 

[the moops]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

Good point. If the Nexus 6 really is $50 like it said on the AT&T website, I will definitely be looking to extend my contract and get one for that price.

You should take a look at Hulk's thread. You are likely better off just going early termination and finding a better plan

That could be an option too. I still have a year so not sure what the ETF would be. I do like my current plan with Verizon. I pay $60 for unlimited talk/text and 2GB of data.

Why are you looking on the ATT website if you have Verizon

 

[MattFancy]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

Good point. If the Nexus 6 really is $50 like it said on the AT&T website, I will definitely be looking to extend my contract and get one for that price.

You should take a look at Hulk's thread. You are likely better off just going early termination and finding a better plan

That could be an option too. I still have a year so not sure what the ETF would be. I do like my current plan with Verizon. I pay $60 for unlimited talk/text and 2GB of data.

Why are you looking on the ATT website if you have Verizon

I saw that price on either Gizmodo or Engadget. There was an article about AT&T accidentally posted the price of the on-contract Nexus 6 on their website and it was $49.99. If that's true, then I'm all for looking at ways to get it on-contract somehow. I'd much rather pay $50 than $650.

 

[the moops]

Is $650 really the rumored price? That is ridiculous if so.

 

[Jaysus]

Is $650 really the rumored price? That is ridiculous if so.

yup

 

[(HULK)]

Ugh. Its too pricey.

One +1 or Nexus 5. I'm torn.

If this battery fix in Lollipop is legit, I'm leaning Nexus 5.

 

[the moops]

Ugh. Its too pricey.

One +1 or Nexus 5. I'm torn.

If this battery fix in Lollipop is legit, I'm leaning Nexus 5.

I'm glad I got the One Plus. Was gonna wait until the 6 came out, but the invite was going to expire. No way I am paying 650 bucks for a phone. That's dumb

 

[John Bender]

It's actually really bad on Verizon. Literally 2 steps into Wawa. I still have 3 bars but the ability to do any data commands flat out doesn't work.

Didn't think it would be this much of a disparity between Verizon and ATT but it is.

Awful.

 

[Jaysus]

It's actually really bad on Verizon. Literally 2 steps into Wawa. I still have 3 bars but the ability to do any data commands flat out doesn't work.

Didn't think it would be this much of a disparity between Verizon and ATT but it is.

Awful.

I wonder if you have something set up wrong, I checked with a GB who lives in Philly... he uses VZW on his iPhone with no issues.

 

[Slapdash]

It's actually really bad on Verizon. Literally 2 steps into Wawa. I still have 3 bars but the ability to do any data commands flat out doesn't work.

Didn't think it would be this much of a disparity between Verizon and ATT but it is.

Awful.

I wonder if you have something set up wrong, I checked with a GB who lives in Philly... he uses VZW on his iPhone with no issues.

I have had the same issues for over a year. No idea what is causing it. iPhones seem less impacted....

 

[boots11234]

Dang, I just got the Note 4 but may wait for the nexus. I really likethe fact that you will get updates fast. Im with AT&T and 50 a month is nutz but work gives me 150 a month phone alowance.

 

[belljr]

My phone does not work in my work building but does everywhere else

 

[Soulfly3]

Just got off the streetcar and low and behold, a special someone was sitting there w a Nexus 6 in his hands... recognized it instantly (due to the size and the buttons)... moved seats like a creeper to get a better look and ask a few questions.

he was pretty quiet overall, said the phone is brilliant, android L looks slickkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk, it was lightning fast as he multitasked...

then he let me hold it.

mother of god.

Im 6'3", 220pnds of sex, and have pretty big/thick hands.... this phone is MASSIVE. Ive gotten used to my Nexus 5, thinking it was big (and it was, going from a blackberry to that), but jesus.... BIG. I may have to say... TOO big.

I am seriously torn now. Had it in my hands for maybe 30 seconds, and cant one hand the phone (reach all the buttons w my thumb)... Game time decision on buying one. Especially at that pricepoint... not a nexus price

May stick w my N5 for a while more

 

[pollardsvision]

If the Shamu us too big, look at the Moto X.

Many of the new L features are already on it and I'd think it'll be the first non-Nexus to get an L upgrade anyway.

 

[RnR]

It's actually really bad on Verizon. Literally 2 steps into Wawa. I still have 3 bars but the ability to do any data commands flat out doesn't work.

Didn't think it would be this much of a disparity between Verizon and ATT but it is.

Awful.

This is almost the exact opposite of how things work in this area of the country. Verizon is coverage king in the southeast. There are many areas around here that its the only carrier that will hold a consistent high speed signal.

 

[Dentist]

If the Shamu us too big, look at the Moto X.

Many of the new L features are already on it and I'd think it'll be the first non-Nexus to get an L upgrade anyway.

Man if the nexus or moto x just had removable battery i'd probably buy.

As it is, it seems like I'll stick with samsung or LG when I need a new phone despite their bloatware

 

[(HULK)]

Just bought a nexus 5

 

[boots11234]

If the Shamu us too big, look at the Moto X.

Many of the new L features are already on it and I'd think it'll be the first non-Nexus to get an L upgrade anyway.

Man if the nexus or moto x just had removable battery i'd probably buy.

As it is, it seems like I'll stick with samsung or LG when I need a new phone despite their bloatware

Can you imagine the pile of poo Samsung could plate if they dropped the bloatwear? Bet just thinking about it gives you a chubby.

 

[boots11234]

Is there a way in Chrome to jump to top when at the bottom of a page?

 

[Soulfly3]

Just bought a nexus 5

Welcome to heaven

Tip: single finger slide from the top for notifications

Double finger slide for quick menu

So many ppl dont know this, and comes in crazy handy

 

[belljr]

Just bought a nexus 5

Welcome to heavenTip: single finger slide from the top for notifications

Double finger slide for quick menu

So many ppl dont know this, and comes in crazy handy

true but I find the single slide and press the quick menu button to be just as good

 

[pollardsvision]

Just bought a nexus 5

Welcome to heavenTip: single finger slide from the top for notifications

Double finger slide for quick menu

So many ppl dont know this, and comes in crazy handy

I'll be damned.

 

[chauncey]

Just bought a nexus 5

2013 or 2014? How much? I'll probably go this route as well, $650 for the N6 is a little steep for my wallet.

 

[MattFancy]

Anyone ever trying just adding time to your current contract to get a new phone? Is that even possibe?

I am pretty sure that you can sign a new two year contract at most anytime during a current contract.

Interesting. Will you be able to get a new phone as well? I know you can do stuff like that with DirecTV

I am pretty sure that you can... carriers want your money, so they will gladly sell you something new

Checked with a buddy that used to work for Verizon. Won't let you do it. Doesn't really make sense to me. You'd think they'd want my money and to lock me into a contract for longer.

 

[(HULK)]

Just bought a nexus 5

Welcome to heaven

Tip: single finger slide from the top for notifications

Double finger slide for quick menu

So many ppl dont know this, and comes in crazy handy

My Nexus 4 already did that imo

 

[(HULK)]

Just bought a nexus 5

2013 or 2014? How much? I'll probably go this route as well, $650 for the N6 is a little steep for my wallet.

I bought a new one. Same internals as the original batch though. Mines red. $399 on Google Play (32GB version)

 

[Zasada]

Just bought a nexus 5

2013 or 2014? How much? I'll probably go this route as well, $650 for the N6 is a little steep for my wallet.

I bought a new one. Same internals as the original batch though. Mines red. $399 on Google Play (32GB version)

It would be interesting to see if there was a spike in Nexus 5 orders yesterday as people realized that's still (and will be for the immediate future) the leading 5" Nexus device. I'm sure some (like me) were holding-out hope for a refreshed version and were unwilling to go to a phablet.

 

[MattFancy]

I have the OG Moto X, so there isn't really much a difference between the Nexus 5 and what I have now. I do really like the Nexus 6 though. I guess once the Moto X gets the L update, I won't be wanting the Nexus 6 as much.

 

[pollardsvision]

I have the OG Moto X, so there isn't really much a difference between the Nexus 5 and what I have now. I do really like the Nexus 6 though. I guess once the Moto X gets the L update, I won't be wanting the Nexus 6 as much.

This is probably a really dumb question, but is it a no-brainer to upgrade from KitKat to L when it becomes available?

I've got the '13 Moto X too, and I've only had crap phones in the past. Never upgraded an OS. There's nothing I've read about L that would make me trip over myself to get it at the expense of (I assume) a good chunk of my phone's smallish memory (16GB) and maybe slowing it down (does that happen?)). Especially with the Moto X already doing some of the more exciting L features.

 

[Zasada]

I have the OG Moto X, so there isn't really much a difference between the Nexus 5 and what I have now. I do really like the Nexus 6 though. I guess once the Moto X gets the L update, I won't be wanting the Nexus 6 as much.

This is probably a really dumb question, but is it a no-brainer to upgrade from KitKat to L when it becomes available?

I've got the '13 Moto X too, and I've only had crap phones in the past. Never upgraded an OS. There's nothing I've read about L that would make me trip over myself to get it at the expense of (I assume) a good chunk of my phone's smallish memory (16GB) and maybe slowing it down (does that happen?)). Especially with the Moto X already doing some of the more exciting L features.

The battery life improvements alone should make upgrading worthwhile. Lollipop is also supposed to run faster than KitKat.

 

[(HULK)]

Just bought a nexus 5

2013 or 2014? How much? I'll probably go this route as well, $650 for the N6 is a little steep for my wallet.

I bought a new one. Same internals as the original batch though. Mines red. $399 on Google Play (32GB version)

It would be interesting to see if there was a spike in Nexus 5 orders yesterday as people realized that's still (and will be for the immediate future) the leading 5" Nexus device. I'm sure some (like me) were holding-out hope for a refreshed version and were unwilling to go to a phablet.

I was willing to go phablet, but I shop for value. The N5 is still a good value, not sure the N6 is.

 

[MattFancy]

I have the OG Moto X, so there isn't really much a difference between the Nexus 5 and what I have now. I do really like the Nexus 6 though. I guess once the Moto X gets the L update, I won't be wanting the Nexus 6 as much.

This is probably a really dumb question, but is it a no-brainer to upgrade from KitKat to L when it becomes available?

I've got the '13 Moto X too, and I've only had crap phones in the past. Never upgraded an OS. There's nothing I've read about L that would make me trip over myself to get it at the expense of (I assume) a good chunk of my phone's smallish memory (16GB) and maybe slowing it down (does that happen?)). Especially with the Moto X already doing some of the more exciting L features.

I'm going to update for sure. Sounds like the battery life and speed improvements should help alot. I haven't really had any problems with the X though. Battery can drain a little quick every once in awhile, but for the most part, I can make it through a day of use with no problem. If Lollipop can make the battery even better, then I'm all for it.

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Will be getting the Nexus 9 and selling my Nexus 10

 

[Slapdash]

I have the OG Moto X, so there isn't really much a difference between the Nexus 5 and what I have now. I do really like the Nexus 6 though. I guess once the Moto X gets the L update, I won't be wanting the Nexus 6 as much.

This is probably a really dumb question, but is it a no-brainer to upgrade from KitKat to L when it becomes available?

I've got the '13 Moto X too, and I've only had crap phones in the past. Never upgraded an OS. There's nothing I've read about L that would make me trip over myself to get it at the expense of (I assume) a good chunk of my phone's smallish memory (16GB) and maybe slowing it down (does that happen?)). Especially with the Moto X already doing some of the more exciting L features.

Another dumb question: Do most carriers let you choose to upgrade an OS or not? With VZN, they are all just pushed.

 

[MattFancy]

I have the OG Moto X, so there isn't really much a difference between the Nexus 5 and what I have now. I do really like the Nexus 6 though. I guess once the Moto X gets the L update, I won't be wanting the Nexus 6 as much.

This is probably a really dumb question, but is it a no-brainer to upgrade from KitKat to L when it becomes available?

I've got the '13 Moto X too, and I've only had crap phones in the past. Never upgraded an OS. There's nothing I've read about L that would make me trip over myself to get it at the expense of (I assume) a good chunk of my phone's smallish memory (16GB) and maybe slowing it down (does that happen?)). Especially with the Moto X already doing some of the more exciting L features.

Another dumb question: Do most carriers let you choose to upgrade an OS or not? With VZN, they are all just pushed.

You can always just not download it if you want. They'll push it to your phone, but you don't have to install it.