Overview of Samsung Galaxy Nexus (16GB)
The Samsung Galaxy Nexus, also known as the Nexus Prime, is the latest 'Google Phone' offering and the very first handset to run Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS).
Having previously manufactured the Google Nexus S, Samsung has once again been chosen by Google to apply its innovative smartphone expertise to its latest handset and this knowledge is married perfectly with the range of new features that Ice Cream Sandwich has to offer.
A range of cutting edge Android features are introduced via the Galaxy Nexus thanks to Android ICS. These include Face Unlock, a means of unlocking the device by looking at the 1.3 MP front facing camera. There's also 'Android Beam', a feature that allows you to easily share contacts, apps, websites and more between two NFC enabled Android devices. Improvements have been made to several of the stock apps, such as camera, calendar and the web browser. More detail on the new Ice Cream Sandwich features can be read here.
Of course, it's not just the software features, but also the hardware features of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus that are bound to impress. A 1.2GHz dual-core processor with 1GB RAM make this handset very powerful indeed, while the 4.65" Super AMOLED display is also an industry first. As well as the 1.3 MP front facing camera, there's a 5MP snapper on the back of the Galaxy Prime, which features and LED flash and shoots 1080p video,
Needless to say, the Galaxy Nexus is not lacking in connectivity features. The usual suspects - Wi-Fi, 3G and Bluetooth are all included, but there's also NFC capability and the new 'Wi-Fi Direct' feature that has been introduced thanks to Android ICS. With Wi-Fi direct, users can connect to nearby peer devices over Wi-Fi without the need for an internet connection. This allows for the instant sharing of files, media and third party apps. In terms of internal storage, this version of the Galaxy Nexus comes with 16GB of space, so there's plenty of room for music, movies and photos.
Features of Samsung Galaxy Nexus (16GB)
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
- 1.2GHz Dual-Core Processor
- 4.65 Super AMOLED Display
- 5MP Rear, 1.3MP Front facing camera
- 16GB Internal Storage
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, NFC, Wi-Fi Direct
- Face Unlock, Android Beam & More
- 3.5mm Audio Jack
- 1GB RAM
What's in the box of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus (16GB)?
- Samsung Galaxy Nexus
- Stereo Headset
- Battery 1750mAh
- USB Data/Charge Cable
- Mains Charger (UK)
- Additional Documentation
| SIM Free & Unlocked | Yes |
| Operating System | Android |
| 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich | |
| Processor | |
| 1.2GHz Dual Core | |
| Yes | |
| TI OMAP 4460 | |
| Expansion Slot | |
| RAM | 1024MB |
| ROM | |
| Internal Storage | Yes |
| 16GB | |
| Display/Screen | |
| Yes | |
| 4.65 | |
| Super AMOLED | |
| 720 x 1280, 315.80 ppi | |
| GSM/GPRS | Yes |
| 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz | |
| 3G/HSPA | Yes |
| 850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz (Penta Band) | |
| HSDPA 14.4 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s, EDGE | |
| 4G | |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| 3.0 | |
| WiFi | Yes |
| IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n | |
| DLNA | |
| Ports | |
| MicroUSB | |
| MicroUSB | |
| 3.5mm | |
| MHL via MicroUSB | |
| Yes | |
| Device Controls | |
| GPS | Yes |
| Internal | |
| Yes | |
| Google Maps | |
| Camera | Yes |
| 5 | |
| LED Flash | |
| Auto Focus, Digital Zoom | |
| Front Facing Camera | Yes |
| 1.3 MP | |
| Sensors | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Audio | |
| Video | |
| Near Field Communication | Yes |
| FM Radio | |
| Battery | |
| 1750 mAh | |
| Yes | |
| Call Time | |
| Standby Time | |
| Dimensions | 135.5 x 67.94 x 8.94 mm |
| Weight | 135g |
| Software | |
| Other | Barometer |
| Warranty | 24 months |
The following is a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about this product. Hopefully you will find the answer to your question, if not, use the contact form below and we shall answer it for you.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes - If you are located outside of the UK you may want to take a look at our list of FAQs for international customers on the following link:http://www.clove.co.uk/international-customers.aspx
Is this phone SIM FREE and Unlocked?
Yes, this phone is unlocked and can be used with networks around the world. Do check the specifications to ensure compatibility in your region with your network provider. No SIM card or contact applies to this phone.
Is this phone brand new?
Yes. Unless the description of the product suggests otherwise (I.e. EX-DEMO) then this product is brand new and has not been used before.
Is there any network/operator branding?
No - There is only the manufacturers branding.
Does the phone have a standard SIM card slot or a Micro SIM slot?
It has a standard SIM card slot
Does the phone have a Micro SDHC/memory card slot?
No
The volume on the device is automatically muting, how can this be resolve?
It is recommend that you ensure the latest fimware updates have been applied.
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Great phone I upgraded from original Nexus so great upgrade. Had to hard reset due to one google update locking me out. But this phone is responsive great screen large but my old eyes need larger. Battery life is OK now its been through a few cycles.With air sync I can access all my itunes stuff with over the air. Overall samsung S 2 owners might not find this phone much of an upgrade but this is the best android phone so far. Pity they didnt put the same camera as s2 " |
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Recommend to a friend? No " look guys , Clove Response 28/12/2011 - Do contact us about the issues you are experiencing. " |
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"I bought a Galaxy Nexus this Tuesday(20 December) and I got it yesterday (22 December). Clove customer service was very kind over phone. I called them many times about delivery and customs taxes. I paid 3284RS during delivery as Indian taxes. But still it was very easy and cheaper compare to buy it in India or in England as a English resident. |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes " Excellent phone, however the volume bug is not fixed. i ordered on the 14th of december, so the phone should have come with the fix installed. nevertheless the volume bug persists and its severe Clove Response 21/12/2011 - If you go to settings and force the phone to look for an update, it should be available to you. " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Simply put, the best phone I've ever owned. The screen is simply nothing short of amazing. Its lightning fast and has not lagged once since I've had it (unlike my Motorola Defy). Shipping from Clove was super fast, only took 5 working days to get delivered to NZ." |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Ordered 3 SGN in a time frame of about 10 days. Great phone with an absolutely great customer service from clove and prompt deliveries. Keep it up guys. " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Very satisfied with the way Cove dealt with the pre-orders and then shipping them. The GN is what you would expect from the latest Google (super) smartphone. Thumbs up!!!" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Awesome service, ordered Tuesday got it Friday!!! via DHL" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Volume bug was fixed ages ago, phone is now AWESOME!" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Great phone and great support from Clove (even though the customs were a little bit more annoying)." |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Great phone! Incredible service from Clove. Ordered Thursday, got it Monday!" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "I'm dissappointed with the back cover of my Nexus: the cover makes noise, at the top (near the cam) and botton. " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Great service from Clove and great mobile! :) " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Have been using my Galaxy Nexus from Clove for the past few days, Amazing! Finally independent DHCP/Static/Proxy settings for each AP!! I like ICS!" |
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"Great phone. ICS fixes a lot of the issues older versions of Android had and this is by far the smoothest Android interface I've seen on a phone. By making the entire 16GB system storage they have fixed the annoying problem of having to micromanage apps and app data. Would've preferred 32GB, but I have all my data in various cloud services anyway so it's not a major issue. |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes " Got my Galaxy Nexus today! I absolutely love it! The only problem I found is the speaker, it is very quiet even after I installed the update, other than that it is fantastic! Very fast delivery and great service from Clove. Thank you. " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "I have owned all the "Google" phones and can say without a doubt that this is the smoothest operating system. It takes a little getting used to but once you find your way around you can't imagine living without it. The only flaw I have found is that the search bar is on every screen and that Google made the soft keys( phone,menu etc.) to big.For such a large screen they should have taken a more minimalist approach to the soft keys. I did end up putting GoLauncher EX over my stock screen..it is more in tune with what I expect from ICS." |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Fantastic phone! Fast, feels comfortable in the hand, ICS a huge improvement over Gingerbread and Honeycomb. Fast delivery by Clove to the US. Great service!!" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Absolutely the best phone I've used! Love it. Build quality is good even with plastic materials used. IMO, Android 4.0(ICS) is the best mobile system I ever used (I've used Symbian, Windows Phone and iOS for the past 10 years). " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Fantastic phone... did have the volume bug when in poor reception 2G area. I spend most of my time in a 3G are where there is no problem. When the software fix comes this week... the phone will be nearly perfect! A removable SD card would have been ideal though. " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes " Got the Galaxy Nexus yesterday and absolutely love it ! |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Received mine on Friday but since I was out of town today was the first day I used it. Overall all working great. There are some minor glitches that will be fixed. Rooting it tonight :)" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Received my SGN. (The processing was fast) :) I love the phone! I haven't encountered the bug yet, nor am not sure if it was really not present on my phone. i am still looking forward to the fix. i am satisifed with my very first smartphone! :D Thank you Clove!" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes " Does this phone have Russian lang support in it's settings? Clove Response 28/11 - Yes it does. " |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "its a very nice smartphone just don't know why samsung shipped faulty devices after a long wait dissappointing but hopefully it will be fixed soon so I give 4 stars otherwise 5 stars for Android ICS & specs." |
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"Received it next day, very impressed with it. Volume bug might be there, not worried about that at all, waiting for a fix. |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "I just got my SGN today from Clove - and absolutely love it. So far, I haven't been able to produce the volume bug (which doesn't mean it won't show up later). Apart from that dark cloud hanging over the SGN right now, the phone is extremely well balanced. Best screen of its class, very, very fast, great build quality and Ice Cream Sandwich is a DREAM. Finally they've managed to not only produce better hardware than Apple, but also to have better software." |
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"Simply put.. this is the best smartphone money can buy. Mine has no issues and for those who have? Google will provide an OTA update! |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes "Had pre-ordered the handset. Received just now. The handset is really good and love the display and ICS. Also tested for Automatic Volume Bug which is sadly present in the phone. Did not expect Samsung to ship faulty handsets and convey wrong information to Clove that this batch went through extra round of testing. Disappointed!" |
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Recommend to a friend? Yes " It's realy high on my wish list however I'm wondering does really not have a SD card? That's a bit weird. Clove Response - It is true it has NO microSD card slot. " |
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