Samsung Galaxy Nexus Review!

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus Review presents a thorough look at a device that was positioned as a flagship for Google and Samsung when it launched on Verizon. The reviewer highlights the hardware durability of the plastic back, noting that the phone remains free of cracks despite regular use and the optional 2100 mAh extended battery, which adds only a small thickness but noticeable battery life benefits. The centerpiece of the hardware discussion is the 4.65 inch 1280x720 Super AMOLED HD display, described as utterly stunning and one of the best screens available on a smartphone, delivering sharp text, vibrant colors, and comfortable handling for users with larger hands. On the software side, the device ships as a Nexus with easy unlocking and customization, and the reviewer demonstrates how Android 4.0.4 runs smoothly with a heavily customized ROM (AOKP) and a Franco kernel, enabling overclocking and UI tweaks that improve daily feel and responsiveness. While the ROM and kernel push performance, the reviewer notes occasional force closes and deep OS actions that are not disruptive, but they do remind viewers that this setup is not a stock experience. The combination of adaptive software features like notification toggles, a customized navigation bar, and rapid app performance makes the Galaxy Nexus feel almost brand new, particularly for users who value customization and speed. Overall, the device is praised for its display quality, fast performance, and the ease of unlocking and installing custom ROMs, with a closing nod to future Android versions and a practical price point for unlocked purchase. In the second part of the review the software experience is explored more deeply, emphasizing Ice Cream Sandwich as a turning point for Android with improved multitasking, maps, and the Play Store. The front-facing camera and features like Face Unlock are highlighted as convenient for Hangouts and video calls, while the onboard camera is described as decent with an instant shutter. The reviewer praises Google Maps and the reliability of built-in apps, and notes the device handles gaming and YouTube playback at full resolution surprisingly well given its age. Battery life is characterized as all-day reliable, with the 4.65 inch display continuing to enhance media consumption and productivity tasks. The verdict is enthusiastic: the Galaxy Nexus remains a highly recommended device for its ease of customization, strong display, and overall performance, even as later devices offer incremental improvements. The video ends with encouragement to like and subscribe, and a final sign-off that reinforces the reviewer’s ongoing enthusiasm for the Nexus ecosystem and Android customization options.

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