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Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by mtgx »

cpncrunch wrote: post #47
AdmiralAsshat wrote: post #41

Earlier quoted context omitted.

128 GB would be enough, but I resent having to pay an extra $150 for it as internal storage when I can find a 128gb memory card for about $60 on Amazon.

The internal memory is much faster than SD cards, and potentially more reliable. I think Google and Samsung have decided to ditch sd cards to prevent the user having a shitty experience. Also, Google is offering 128GB, which is pretty decent. And their pricing is much less than Samsung's for 64gb vs 32gb.

It may be, but you only have to buy one high-speed (U3?) microSD card once (every 4-6 years), while if you need 128GB storage in your phone but it only comes as internal, then with every phone you buy you'll have to pay that extra premium.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by wnevets »

bdcs wrote: post #30
wnevets wrote: post #12

Is there really no qi wireless charging?

Wireless charging was a great feature for in the car. I would set my phone down and it would play music over BT while charging. C'est la vie.

It's a great feature in general. I've had the google charging orb since the nexus 4 and not having to worry about unplugging/plugging in the phone is so nice. This is probably going to stop me from getting either of these new phones.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by BinaryIdiot »

legulere wrote: post #49

I wonder how the fingerprints will be stored. Secure from access by the operating system? Or will they be uploaded to Google like wifi passwords?

I would imagine they implemented it exactly like Google in that they're stored only on the OS and it needs your code to decrypt them. Anything else just doesn't sit right.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by zorpner »

thom_nic wrote: post #45

Minor gripe: Who thought it was a good idea to make a charger with a permanent cable attached? https://store.google.com/product/usb_c_charger Also, does anyone have full specs? I don't see it anywhere.

Huh, I've actually been wanting something like this for my Macbook for travel (since the USB-C cable is charge-only anyways, it doesn't do me a lot of good for it to have two ends -- I'm not going to be plugging it into untrusted USB ports to charge anyways). Compactness is much more important to me. Will have to see what people say about the durability though.

EDIT: Of course, the wattage is too low, so no dice anyways.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by untog »

patrickaljord wrote: post #3
rjbrock wrote: post #2

16gb and 32gb? Why is storage always so low?

Because most people don't need that much, especially with the new auto-delete of photos that have been copied to the cloud in Google Photo, love this feature.

I listen to music on my (underground, subway) commute to work, so I really need that storage.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by mtgx »

cheald wrote: post #56
fumar wrote: post #16

Google did a good job of avoiding the lack of OIS on both the 5X and 6P. I don't mind not having wireless charging capability, but OIS has proven to be a helpful feature when taking photos in less than ideal situations. I think, if size isn't an issue, the Nexus 6 is still a solid option at the reduced price point.

The 1.55 micrometer pixel sensors are interesting. If they actually do what they're supposed to, then exposure times should be decreased which would theoretically reduce the usefulness of OIS. I guess we'll see once the reviews start coming in.

Only partially. OIS is still useful for video stabilization. Bigger pixels won't help there.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by barrkel »

dantillberg wrote: post #34
hn9780470248775 wrote: post #23

Earlier quoted context omitted.

https://store.google.com/product/nexus_5x is a bit smaller.

Sure, the 5X is smaller, but at 5.8 inches (147mm) it's still bigger than my nexus 5, which clocks in at an already-hefty 5.4 inches (138mm).

The 5X is 5.2 inches.

Re: Google Nexus 5x and 6P

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Post by gouggoug »

mmastrac wrote: post #50
thom_nic wrote: post #45

Minor gripe: Who thought it was a good idea to make a charger with a permanent cable attached? https://store.google.com/product/usb_c_charger Also, does anyone have full specs? I don't see it anywhere.

I agree that it's not a great idea, but I assume it has something to do with the abnormally high current that it can provide.

This is probably right.

They mention: "15W of power so you can charge your USB Type-C enabled phones and tablets quickly. Also works with large USB Type-C devices, like laptops.¹".

And the footnote: "¹Wattage is optimized for smaller devices, like phones and tablets. Larger devices, like laptops, will take longer to charge. Delivers maximum charge speed to Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. Charge time depends on USB Type-C device. Larger devices, such as the Chromebook Pixel, will typically need more charge time with this adapter (Pixel estimated charge time is 5.6 hours at 15W with system off)."

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