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I got a Fi invite a few weeks ago, but right now the main reason why I don't use it is that the Nexus 6 appears to be too big (I still have a Nexus 5 and the size is perfect). Probably going to wait for this year's Nexus refresh before I make the switch.


I was happy with the Nexus 5 and initially didn't want a Nexus 6 because I didn't think it would fit in my pockets. I was wrong. The Nexus 6 fits in the pockets of every pair of pants I own. I actually appreciate the bigger battery even more than the bigger screen.


Well, Nexus 7 fits into every trouser pocket I own but I think the issue with Nexus 6 is using it with one hand where you cannot cover/access the whole screen with your thumb.


Same for me, the increased battery life is nicer than the increased screen size. But I do think it is just slightly too big for comfortably using with one hand (and I have big hands).

I will go back to something similar in size to Nexus 5 next time I switch. That was the perfect size.


I just signed up for a Fi invite (anyone know if it's pronounced 'fee' or 'f-eye'?).

I was also sceptical about the size of the Nexus 6, but when Google dropped the price a few weeks ago I decided to give it a try (if you buy from Motorola or Google, you can try it out for two weeks to see if it works for you and return it if not).

I absolutely love it. I even sold my 7" tablet, as the extra screen size of the Nexus 6 is great for reading and web browsing, on which I spend several hours per day. However, I have always used phones with two hands, so if you're someone who likes to use one hand then you probably won't like it.

Coming from the Moto X, I do miss the excellent Motorola software, gestures and IR sensors, but the extra screen size, better speakers, better camera, wireless charging and most importantly for me, the rapid android updates make the Nexus 6 worthwhile.




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