This or the nexus 7? - 7" Kindle Fire HD General

Or should i wait for the nexus 10?

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jetstream131 said:
Or should i wait for the nexus 10?
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I've seen nothing that makes me believe the Nexus 10 exists. It's like last year when the first Kindle Fire came out and lots of rumors said a 10 inch would follow shortly later and that never happened. So I definitely wouldn't wait on something that may not exist.
If you are an Amazon Prime member and consume a lot of Amazon content, books, movies, music, then I think the Fire HD is a tempting choice. If you are not a Prime member and are really looking for a general purpose tablets for apps and games, the Nexus 7 is a no brainer.

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well thsi kind of stinks out loud!

http://gizmodo.com/5921711/the-google-nexus-tablet-is-here-and-its-out-to-kill-the-kindle-fire
"$200 for the 8 GB model and $250 for 16 GB—that this thing is aiming squarely to extinguish the Fire, as is the big push Google is pressing on sucking up your favorite media"
"built by Asus, the Nexus holds a 1.3Ghz quad-core CPU, 12-core Tegra 3 processor, NFC, and 1 GB of RAM, a 1.2MP front-facing camera, and 8 hours of battery life—all with two different storage variants: 8 GB and 16 GB. That's a damn good level of muscle behind a 7-inch, 1280x800 screen, measuring 198.5 x 120 x 10.45mm."
Why? Do you regret buying a device that has been out for almost a year? If so, you probably get buyer's remorse for every single item you've ever purchased. The tech world moves rather quickly. Rumor has it Amazon will reply with a KF2 by end of July. We'll see. Be happy that we're seeing cheaper and better devices. Don't be a cheapass.
Itaintrite said:
Why? Do you regret buying a device that has been out for almost a year? If so, you probably get buyer's remorse for every single item you've ever purchased. The tech world moves rather quickly. Rumor has it Amazon will reply with a KF2 by end of July. We'll see. Be happy that we're seeing cheaper and better devices. Don't be a cheapass.
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no i meant to write more but hit finsih.
my girl got me the fire for v -day thinking she was being nice. i never actually wanted it. now this is out and if i change my fire for this i will have to listen to her whining because she doesnt understand tech
On the plus side, I'll begin Android 4.1 development the day the source is dropped by Google.
That's mid July.
Last I checked, the Nexus 7 will ship in about 2-3 weeks.
That's mid July.
So while the Kindle Fire will get blown away on any benchmark when compared to the Nexus 7... It may have Jelly Bean running on it right around the same time Nexus 7 owner's are getting them in their homes.
tevil said:
no i meant to write more but hit finsih.
my girl got me the fire for v -day thinking she was being nice. i never actually wanted it. now this is out and if i change my fire for this i will have to listen to her whining because she doesnt understand tech
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Well, I'm sure she'll understand. You can just get the Nexus 7 and give her the KF ;P
Hashcode said:
On the plus side, I'll begin Android 4.1 development the day the source is dropped by Google.
That's mid July.
Last I checked, the Nexus 7 will ship in about 2-3 weeks.
That's mid July.
So while the Kindle Fire will get blown away on any benchmark when compared to the Nexus 7... It may have Jelly Bean running on it right around the same time Nexus 7 owner's are getting them in their homes.
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I love you. Inappropriate, but true.
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Itaintrite said:
Well, I'm sure she'll understand. You can just get the Nexus 7 and give her the KF ;P
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i bought her an ipad 2 for her b-day prior which is why i think she got me this because she knows i dislike apple.
the thought was nice but now im trapped within this device for another year or so at least lol. At least the Devs are good here..... huh "hash" huh huh huh wink wink nudge nudge!
How much do you think I will get if I sell my Kindle Fire to get a nexus 7
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You'll probably get $100-150 off Craigslist but closer to $100 I'm thinking about selling mine too the nexus is badass
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Do you think I'll get more if I sell my case with it
The case was $45
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lrs421 said:
I love you. Inappropriate, but true.
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If loving Hash is wrong, then I don't wanna be right
joshuabg said:
How much do you think I will get if I sell my Kindle Fire to get a nexus 7
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I was thinking the same thing and checked out CL and was stunned. Fire's are hemorrhaging on that site for as low as $75 used and $100 new/unopened. So I'm probably going to pass on this new toy from Google as nice as it is...
I'm pretty confident that besides Skype, there really isn't much I would do on that tablet than I can already do on the Fire (I don't use Bluetooth on it and I don't play games on it...so...).
Not saying my choice is the right one for everyone...but the extra $125 I would have to spend doesn't really justify it for me.
ExploreMN said:
I was thinking the same thing and checked out CL and was stunned. Fire's are hemorrhaging on that site for as low as $75 used and $100 new/unopened. So I'm probably going to pass on this new toy from Google as nice as it is...
I'm pretty confident that besides Skype, there really isn't much I would do on that tablet than I can already do on the Fire (I don't use Bluetooth on it and I don't play games on it...so...).
Not saying my choice is the right one for everyone...but the extra $125 I would have to spend doesn't really justify it for me.
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I agree, my KF does everything I want a tablet to do except for video chat, though I have my Rezound and laptop for that. Knowing Hash will have Jelly Bean for us about the same time the Nexus 7 is released is awesome. I'll probably upgrade from the KF after a full year of use (early January '13) but I'm in no rush.
I look at it this way, we already have something Nexus 7 buyers don't: a out 8 months use of a good solid Android tablet.
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we are only behind by ffc/bt. still love my fire but I'll prolly get a nexus 7 also just for more fun.
smirkis said:
we are only behind by ffc/bt. still love my fire but I'll prolly get a nexus 7 also just for more fun.
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NFC and GPS too if those matter to you; and the Nexus is sounding quite speedy too.
It's been over half a year since Amazon started selling the current Fire and I'm curious to see what kind of performance, features, and screen sizes their rumored Fire 2 will have
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NFC and GPS too if those matter to you; and the Nexus is sounding quite speedy too.
It's been over half a year since Amazon started selling the current Fire and I'm curious to see what kind of performance, features, and screen sizes their rumored Fire 2 will have
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I just ran the chain fire benchmark and the sun spider browser benchmark on my fire running the sgt7 ROM. I came really close to their numbers for the Nexus, 1757 for spider and 11047 for chain.
It's clear that the linaro tweaks give a huge boost, and Google has probably incorporated those optimizations into jelly bean.
tevil said:
no i meant to write more but hit finsih.
my girl got me the fire for v -day thinking she was being nice. i never actually wanted it. now this is out and if i change my fire for this i will have to listen to her whining because she doesnt understand tech
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Do you have a mother, sister, brother, or even a father that might like this Kindle Fire? (Especially a mother, sister or other female family member.) You can explain to your girl that you really appreciate the thoughtfulness of her getting it for you but you've decide that you really want person XYZ to have it and you've got your eye on device ABC when it comes out. Of course some variation might be needed, but if you put enough thoughtfulness into how you explain it then your girl can hardly argue with you otherwise she'll look like a real *****.... but presentation is key.
What will Jelly Bean give us that we don't already have?
I'm curious.
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What will Jelly Bean give us that we don't already have?
I'm curious.
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For us (Kindle Fire users)...probably not much.
Am I the only one who hates that the Nexus 7 is just an oversized phone?
Seeing as how the Fire handles ICS way better than my phone, I do not see a legitimate reason to switch to a Nexus 7.
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Devices that compete

Is there any other tablet that is similar to the Nexus 7 besides the Kindle Fire?
I don't mind whether it is just a rumor. The only one I know of is the Acer A110. Are there any others?
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No because none of them will have jellybean
Rumored Kindle Fire 2.
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Rumored Kindle Fire 2.
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Which probably won't have jellybean and if it does will have its ui replaced with some cheesy PLAYSKOOL like interface.
Also keep in mind that kindles will never have the play store, only the amazon app store.
jutley said:
No because none of them will have jellybean
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Let's ignore whether it will have 4.1 on it or not.
Nope
None with the same form factor. But if we consider Android tablets as a whole, there's the Asus Transformer series. Considering that the Transformer Pad 300 just got Jelly Bean recently, it is a noteworthy tablet if you want something that is more productive.
samsung galaxy tab 2 7.0
its a 7inch screen same price
idk how good it is tho
No and that's the reason why when I finally bought a tablet it was a Nexus 7. The Nexus 7 finally filled that niche of power, price and portability. If you add on the fact that millions will be sold and it will be getting community support for years you can guarantee it will be a sensible purchase.
The only fly in the ointment is the spotty customer service from Google. However I think it's worth the risk.
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envied said:
samsung galaxy tab 2 7.0
its a 7inch screen same price
idk how good it is tho
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Its not horrible ...dual core vs quad core. I think a slightly lower resolution, but it has a microSD slot. I would get the tab 2 7.0 if I were a media junkie. You know, having to have tons and tons of music, movies, and other media like that.
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From various reports I've read from people who actually used both the Tab 2 and the Nexus 7, they always say that the Tab 2 is much less responsive as far as the UI goes. It seems like it's probably a software/ROM issue since the CPU is powerful despite being "only" a dual core.

No more Kindle Fires

Kindle Fire sold out forever
Next up, the Kindle Fire II ?
Because of this?
http://androidcommunity.com/amazon-launching-two-7-inch-fires-no-10-inch-tablet-20120831/
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Because of this?
http://androidcommunity.com/amazon-launching-two-7-inch-fires-no-10-inch-tablet-20120831/
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My point was it may have an effect on the dev community here, for this particular iteration of the Fire. I would rather see them still sell the older model alongside new ones which, I would think, would keep it alive longer. I guess I think that way because when Google just released their 7" tablet there was a wave of "I'm leaving" threads in the Kindle Fire forums. And, although that article says the next-gen low end unit is the same but with ICS, I'm guessing the hardware may be different enough that it isn't interchangeable with the current model.
If they think they have a chance in hell at competing with the Nexus 7 with the new bootloader ID versions, they'll be sorely mistaken.
doubt its an issue. there's over 5 million units floating around. a community will exist.
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[Q] Nexus 10 or iPad with Retina Display(4th gen)

I like to find Christmas present early and I can't choose the Nexus 10 or the iPad 4th generation please answer soon and please. Be specific your answer please. Thank you
The N10 has a better screen than the iPad 4.
They are great screens. I know people said iPad is better for text.
It's your decision, not ours.
Krismas123 said:
I like to find Christmas present early and I can't choose the Nexus 10 or the iPad 4th generation please answer soon and please. Be specific your answer please. Thank you
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From the Verge's review, the screen are a dead tie. Both look fantastic. What needs to be considered is right now, there are a ton of Ipad optimized apps. I'm sure Google Play will eventually catch up but right now Apple has the best "ecosystem".
Nexus 10 +1
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nexus 8

I saw some crazy article about the nexus 8, yes 8, and 10 being released on black Friday. Thoughts?
Kurupt22 said:
I saw some crazy article about the nexus 8, yes 8, and 10 being released on black Friday. Thoughts?
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Yea, got in before they lock this thread. :highfive:
Kurupt22 said:
I saw some crazy article about the nexus 8, yes 8, and 10 being released on black Friday. Thoughts?
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Nexus 8? Pshaw. I'm waiting for the Nexus-6. I hear Tyrell is supporting them for four years instead of just 18 months.
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http://guardianlv.com/2013/11/google-nexus-rumors-include-the-release-of-the-8-and-10-tablets/
Doesn't make sense, the aforementioned article mentions the Nexus 8 to have an 8" display running 1920x1200 with 8GB memory, those specs just seem like scattered rumors pieced together.
Oh well, we shall see.
There will be no more NEXUS devices released this year. There is NO new Nexus 10 & the Nexus 8 is only a conceptual device that has been submitted to Google by two manufacturers, with a third supposedly also working on a conceptual device.
When any of those devices are anywhere near a release, you will see VERIFIABLE evidence. Like FCC filings that actually make sense, not just someone blankly stating their is some mystery FCC filing without giving any evidence. You will also see things like service manuals & warranty documentation leak out. This happens with every device Google, or any Android partner, has ever made. There is actual supporting evidence, just like the Nexus 4 & 5 & the 7 & the 7 2013. So far there has been nothing even close to legitimate pointing to any of these devices being anywhere near a release. Just rumor, speculation & a few FAKED screen grabs.
GSLEON3 said:
There will be no more NEXUS devices released this year. There is NO new Nexus 10 & the Nexus 8 is only a conceptual device that has been submitted to Google by two manufacturers, with a third supposedly also working on a conceptual device.
When any of those devices are anywhere near a release, you will see VERIFIABLE evidence. Like FCC filings that actually make sense, not just someone blankly stating their is some mystery FCC filing without giving any evidence. You will also see things like service manuals & warranty documentation leak out. This happens with every device Google, or any Android partner, has ever made. There is actual supporting evidence, just like the Nexus 4 & 5 & the 7 & the 7 2013. So far there has been nothing even close to legitimate pointing to any of these devices being anywhere near a release. Just rumor, speculation & a few FAKED screen grabs.
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I would love to see a Nexus 8 device released, but I'm afraid you're right. If Google was going to release one, they would have to do it now in order to take advantage of holiday sales. There is no good evidence for one, at this point, and the door is pretty much closed for this season.
I went from an iPad Mini to a Nexus 7. I think 7" is a better size than 8".
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MikeyMike01 said:
I went from an iPad Mini to a Nexus 7. I think 7" is a better size than 8".
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nexus 5 is out.
We already have nexus 7.
if Google releases nexus 6 next year.
What will be name of the next nexus phone?
nijom said:
nexus 5 is out.
We already have nexus 7.
if Google releases nexus 6 next year.
What will be name of the next nexus phone?
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Unless the phone size increases a whole bunch, next year's phone will be Nexus 5 (2014). Just like this year's Nexus 7.
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GSLEON3 said:
There will be no more NEXUS devices released this year. There is NO new Nexus 10 & the Nexus 8 is only a conceptual device that has been submitted to Google by two manufacturers, with a third supposedly also working on a conceptual device.
When any of those devices are anywhere near a release, you will see VERIFIABLE evidence. Like FCC filings that actually make sense, not just someone blankly stating their is some mystery FCC filing without giving any evidence. You will also see things like service manuals & warranty documentation leak out. This happens with every device Google, or any Android partner, has ever made. There is actual supporting evidence, just like the Nexus 4 & 5 & the 7 & the 7 2013. So far there has been nothing even close to legitimate pointing to any of these devices being anywhere near a release. Just rumor, speculation & a few FAKED screen grabs.
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What do you think of the LG - v510 then? It isn't g pad lte since that exists already: v507L.
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Could just as easily be an LTE version for a different region, or even a carrier specific version. Again, no proof, just speculation & I seriously doubt even if it were a Nexus device that we'd see as thing this year.
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Yeah, I also think Google will lauch the N10 somtime later this month
For Christmas Holiday, you know.
But I also believe "7" is better than "8". While if you go for 10 or above, then iPad is a better choice.
For the cost I would not say the iPad is better then the nex 10.
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Richieboy67 said:
For the cost I would not say the iPad is better then the nex 10.
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Dude, I HATE apple, but I will tell you flat out, hands down, the iPad & even the new KF HDX, both blow the Nexus 10 away handily. I use the N7 2013 as my primary, but have sold the N10 for an HDX 8.9 just as a media consumption device.
Samsung's processor & GPU is just inferior to the SD800 & adreno 330 & struggles with many events on the N10.
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Kurupt22 said:
http://guardianlv.com/2013/11/google-nexus-rumors-include-the-release-of-the-8-and-10-tablets/
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That's so obviously a fake render. No nexus cutout on the back? An Android 4.3 logo printed on it?
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Dude, I HATE apple, but I will tell you flat out, hands down, the iPad & even the new KF HDX, both blow the Nexus 10 away handily. I use the N7 2013 as my primary, but have sold the N10 for an HDX 8.9 just as a media consumption device.
Samsung's processor & GPU is just inferior to the SD800 & adreno 330 & struggles with many events on the N10.
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Wow, I just looked up the specs on that KF, what a beast!
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Dude, I HATE apple, but I will tell you flat out, hands down, the iPad & even the new KF HDX, both blow the Nexus 10 away handily. I use the N7 2013 as my primary, but have sold the N10 for an HDX 8.9 just as a media consumption device.
Samsung's processor & GPU is just inferior to the SD800 & adreno 330 & struggles with many events on the N10.
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I said "for the cost". The Ipad has drawbacks as well considering it does not use Android. I guess it just depends on the user as well. I know many people that have the Nex 10 and have never mentioned any "struggling" issues but again it depends on the user and the cost. While the Ipad may perform better and have a better display you will pay steeply for it. For me the extra cost just is not worth it plus I really can never go back to a system like that. I would honestly rather have a customizable system like Android with a little bit lesser performance, lower cost than have an expensive, fast device that I cannot really customize.
Just my opinion though bro.
For the cost, yep. The KF HDX is cheaper than the N10 was when I looked at the Play Store last week. As for performance issues, just check out Google's product & bug forum, or even the threads here. Horrible touch screen issues for many.
I use a N7 for most things & found myself using the 10" tabs for media consumption. I've had or have nearly every decent 8" to 10.1" tablet made in the last few years & the HDX is by far the best performing tablet I've used. Once gapps are possible, well my large tab search for near perfection is over for a while. Telling you, the SD 800 & Adreno 330 combo is amazing.
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I really doubt it.
Nexus phones are usually 2 years apart. Maybe the nexus 5 got released a bit before the 2 year mark.
Tablets are usually staggered 1 year apart. Nexus 7 - Nexus 10 - Nexus 7 2013 and next is the Nexus 10 2014 edition.
I just wish there would be more apps that would more geared toward tablets and there would be more productivity involved. For example the stock calendar is absolutely horrible and there is nothing that really fits tablet and my fancy on google play.

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