Comments on: Google’s Nexus One coming to Verizon (spring 2010)

By: Andrew @ Earn Give Save

Andrew @ Earn Give Save — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:23:48 +0000

I’m a huge tech fan, so it was great to see a post about anything Google/iPhone/etc. If you’re a Mac user, I think you really have to consider the iPhone. It fits in seamlessly to how I use my computer, and I would really miss it if I didn’t have it. And although I can’t speak to AT&T’s coverage (or lack thereof) in your area, I can say that in West Michigan, we have terrific coverage (even though people tend to complain about it anyway).

By: Thirtysomething Finance

Thirtysomething Finance — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:05:52 +0000

FWIW, my brother just got the Nexus and says it’s way better than the iPhone. I’ll be candid and say he works for Google, but I trust his ability to make an independent judgment. And with it coming to Verizon in the spring, I think it’s a no-brainer!

By: Evan

Evan — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 17:03:22 +0000

Bob,

I just did all the research on cell phones, since my current provider Sprint changed their terms and thus I could get out of the contract. I found that the Sprint family plan (with the 2 google HTC phones I am getting in a few days) was like $50/month cheaper than verizon!

Any insights?

By: kenyantykoon

kenyantykoon — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:10:10 +0000

i have just seen this on cnn. it a really nice piece and i would really like to have one

By: DsicipleshipGuy

DsicipleshipGuy — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:33:20 +0000

Bob,

This is a great question, as a matter of fact you have inspired me to write a post on cell phone plans/phones. I will give you a heads up sometime this week. I worked in the cell phone industry for over 4 years and I think/hope I have some tips and things to offer.

As for the iPhone vs. Nexus One debate, on the surface without any in-depth analysis I would recommend chilling with Verizon until until your contract is up – unless your new carrier will save you money between now and the time your contract would have been up (and including your etf’s with Verizon). In that time you may luck out and have the Nexus One or iPhone be released. You may also want to check out the Droid or Eris (which is the cousin to the Hero)

As a current Android user, and former Windows Mobile user of 3+ years (Also very good with Palm even though I never owned one) I would definitely recommend Android. As a matter of fact you can read my review of the Hero at http://parrottpeople.wordpress.com/2009/10/11/just-bought-the-htc-hero-for-sprint/

By: bondChristian

bondChristian — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:00:09 +0000

Yes, I’m sitting old school here with a phone that only calls… for now. The game is changing so fast, but only now am I starting to think seriously about getting into the game. We’ll see. I’m still concerned about the “always connected” problem. Out and about time is all I have left of disconnection. :>)

Seriously, though, I was excited too when I saw the news earlier.

-Marshall Jones Jr.

By: Bob

Bob — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:08:58 +0000

Philip – thanks for bursting my bubble! I will check it out and find out about it for sure… thanks for the heads up…

By: philip

philip — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:59:45 +0000

I’ve heard about Tmobile limiting the Nexus One to single plans (i.e. NO Family Plans). There is some sort of limit, not sure if its availability or pricing or contract, but the family plan can’t get the same deal as a single plan can for the Nexus One.

By: John at The Christian Dollar

John at The Christian Dollar — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:36:23 +0000

I personally have an iPhone, and love it. My suspicion is that the iPhone will be improved this year, as it has year over year. I expect a more significant upgrade than the one from the 3G to the 3GS. The Nexus One does look pretty sweet, but it sure looks like Google took their photocopiers to the iPhone. We’ll have to wait and see if Google can pull of a slick UI.