Google Nexus 5

Installed 4.4.2 this morning. Not much difference over 4.4.1. Root still works (saved root using SuperSU paid-version).
 
Right to save me going back through 46 pages what is the best import path for this?
 
cerebus said:
Right to save me going back through 46 pages what is the best import path for this?
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Purchase it directly from Google Play using a VPN, ship to a mail forwarder (Shipito or Postbox Courier) and Bob's your uncle. However, note that not all cards process, so YMMV.

Alternatively, you could get it from Amazon- more likely to have the purchase go through. Will cost slightly more, though.
 
Touché.
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I'm actually looking out for a nice deal on a Nexus7 2013 at the moment so I can try 4.4.2. I try Android devices periodically to see how the platform has evolved and if I can make the move and be satisfied.

Maverick Jester said:
Purchase it directly from Google Play using a VPN, ship to a mail forwarder (Shipito or Postbox Courier) and Bob's your uncle. However, note that not all cards process, so YMMV.

Alternatively, you could get it from Amazon- more likely to have the purchase go through. Will cost slightly more, though.
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Any idea what would be the cost variance between the two? Or what the final bill would come to either way? What did it cost you?
 
Maverick Jester said:
Purchase it directly from Google Play using a VPN, ship to a mail forwarder (Shipito or Postbox Courier) and Bob's your uncle. However, note that not all cards process, so YMMV.

Alternatively, you could get it from Amazon- more likely to have the purchase go through. Will cost slightly more, though.
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Wow, priced have really dropped on Amazon!
 
cerebus said:
Any idea what would be the cost variance between the two? Or what the final bill would come to either way? What did it cost you?
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I would estimate about R1k difference, given that shipping would have to be via the same method.

The Nexus 5 32Gb cost me R5,324.00 from Amazon (cost $489.99, as I wanted the white one). I expect shipping to cost another R700 or so, as I have bundled this with a wireless charger and case. Unfortunately, Google refused to accept my credit card, and a virtual credit card added a similar cost to the purchase in any event.
 
Maverick Jester said:
I would estimate about R1k difference, given that shipping would have to be via the same method.

The Nexus 5 32Gb cost me R5,324.00 from Amazon (cost $489.99, as I wanted the white one). I expect shipping to cost another R700 or so, as I have bundled this with a wireless charger and case. Unfortunately, Google refused to accept my credit card, and a virtual credit card added a similar cost to the purchase in any event.
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And you won't pay any customs duty?
 
cerebus said:
I'm actually looking out for a nice deal on a Nexus7 2013 at the moment so I can try 4.4.2. I try Android devices periodically to see how the platform has evolved and if I can make the move and be satisfied.
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Cool. From my experience, 4.4 is outstanding and if you're used to the smoothness of the iOS UI, you will love it.
 
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