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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #30 on: February 04, 2013, 08:03:27 PM
Yes well I imagine the first rule is to closely scrutinize any teenager that is following you around rubbing a smartphone over your pocketed areas....

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #31 on: February 05, 2013, 01:29:33 AM
Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on February 04, 2013, 08:03:27 PM
Yes well I imagine the first rule is to closely scrutinize any teenager that is following you around rubbing a smartphone over your pocketed areas....

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #32 on: February 17, 2013, 01:50:50 AM
My wife picked up a Nexus 7 today and I've had a little chace to play with it.  So far it seems like a nice device but I can't say I'll be rushing out to buy one myself.  I just don't quite see the need for one in my life.
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #33 on: February 17, 2013, 02:02:36 AM
That just means you aren't looking hard enough....

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #34 on: February 17, 2013, 10:13:27 AM
correct me if I'm wrong, but if your wife has one, you do have one in your life? :P
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #35 on: February 17, 2013, 11:28:29 AM
Quote from: Whoey on February 17, 2013, 10:13:27 AM
correct me if I'm wrong, but if your wife has one, you do have one in your life? :P
OK, I may have one in my life, but that still doesn't mean I need it there. :P
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #36 on: February 17, 2013, 01:58:39 PM
For me, it's an excellent source of media consumption: internet radio--so I'm taking my radio out of my office, ebooks--so much more convenient than going to the library, I'm reading tons more now, internet--more portable than my laptop and MUCH easier to read and post from than my phone, movies

It also functions as GPS with LARGE screen and I can actually work documents, if need be (simply not possible on my phone).

It's biggest advantage over the iPad is portability.  The fact that I like the interface better is just a bonus.

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #37 on: February 17, 2013, 02:09:44 PM
That certainly sounds like a nice device! :gimme:

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #38 on: February 17, 2013, 02:21:08 PM
Which version of the Nexus did you get Nate? I'm starting to think maybe I might have been happier with the LTE model so I don't have to keep connecting through my phone.

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #39 on: February 17, 2013, 04:26:53 PM
Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on February 17, 2013, 02:21:08 PM
Which version of the Nexus did you get Nate? I'm starting to think maybe I might have been happier with the LTE model so I don't have to keep connecting through my phone.

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #40 on: February 17, 2013, 05:39:29 PM
Yeah that's what I got too. Overall I think it was the better choice but sometimes it bugs me that I need to use another device to use this one.  Not enough to get another bill each month mind you...

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #41 on: February 17, 2013, 05:55:12 PM
Since they can link via bluetooth, and since I always have my phone with me, it's no big deal.

Unlimited data plan helps too. :D

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #42 on: February 17, 2013, 06:09:16 PM
Yeah I have my phone with me all the time as well, I just worry about killing the battery on it using it as a hotspot.

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #43 on: February 17, 2013, 08:02:10 PM
Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on February 17, 2013, 06:09:16 PM
Yeah I have my phone with me all the time as well, I just worry about killing the battery on it using it as a hotspot.

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #44 on: February 17, 2013, 11:42:25 PM
In truth, most of the time I want to use it as a hot spot I'm near a power source anyway- most of the time I'm on a site at work and in or near the Jeep.

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #45 on: March 05, 2013, 03:53:07 PM
So, I just hit buy on a Nexus 7 :D
Managed to pick up a refurb unit with 12months guarantee for a good price.

Decided after 7 months of school that having something like this would actually be really useful. I lugged around my 13" laptop this last weekend, and it was heavy and unnecessary! Essentially I'm after a reader which can do all the other basics too. Went for wifi only and picked up a swivel case thing which can stand in either orientation. Hopefully this will be perfect for my needs :tu:
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #46 on: March 05, 2013, 03:56:09 PM
Quote from: nuphoria on March 05, 2013, 03:53:07 PM
So, I just hit buy on a Nexus 7 :D
Managed to pick up a refurb unit with 12months guarantee for a good price.

Decided after 7 months of school that having something like this would actually be really useful. I lugged around my 13" laptop this last weekend, and it was heavy and unnecessary! Essentially I'm after a reader which can do all the other basics too. Went for wifi only and picked up a swivel case thing which can stand in either orientation. Hopefully this will be perfect for my needs :tu:

If you're planning on much typing, I find a compact BT keyboard extremely handy (I'm using an Apple version I had after ditching the Ipad).

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #47 on: March 05, 2013, 04:02:18 PM
Not sure on the amount of typing yet.... will see if it gets used that way and then probably pick one up :tu:
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #48 on: March 05, 2013, 05:06:13 PM
I find it very easy to type on my nexus7, especially compared to my Motorola Defy...
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #49 on: March 05, 2013, 05:16:16 PM
So, what about the apps chaps? :D

I'm totally new to Android and will be looking for recommendations.
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #50 on: March 05, 2013, 05:25:51 PM
Media apps of your choice.  I like NPR player and BBC radio player.  Also HBO-GO, Showtime Anytime HuLu and Netflix.  Public library e-reader. (Free checkout online)

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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #51 on: March 05, 2013, 05:30:33 PM
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #52 on: March 05, 2013, 06:42:31 PM
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So, what about the apps chaps? :D

I'm totally new to Android and will be looking for recommendations.

make sure you get the Kindle app.
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Re: The Nexus 7 vs Ipad 3
Reply #53 on: March 05, 2013, 09:20:37 PM
Thanks guys... I'm starting to get an idea what's available, and yes, Kindle is a must! :D
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