Asus Google Nexus 7 Cellular

  • Released 2012, November
    347g, 10.5mm thickness
    Android 4.1, up to 5.1.1
    16GB/32GB storage, no card slot
  • N/A 1,146,523 hits
  • 90 Become a fan
  • 7.0"
    800x1280 pixels
  • 1.3MP
    720p
  • 1GB RAM
    Nvidia Tegra 3
  • 4325mAh
    Li-Ion

Asus Google Nexus 7 Cellular - Specs

Network Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
  HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
Launch Announced 2012, October. Released 2012, November
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 198.5 x 120 x 10.5 mm (7.81 x 4.72 x 0.41 in)
Weight 347 g (12.24 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Display Type LED-backlit IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 7.0 inches, 142.1 cm2 (~59.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~216 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass
Platform OS Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Chipset Nvidia Tegra 3
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU ULP GeForce
Memory Card slot No
Internal 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM
Main Camera Single 1.2 MP
Video 720p
Selfie camera   No
Sound Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth 3.0
GPS Yes
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Features Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
 Google Wallet
MP4/H.264 player
MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA player
Photo/video editor
Document viewer
Battery   Non-removable Li-Ion 4325 mAh battery (16 Wh)
Stand-by Up to 300 h
Talk time Up to 9 h (multimedia)
Misc Colors Black
Price About 230 EUR
Tests Display Contrast ratio: 908:1 (nominal)
Loudspeaker Voice 68dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 75dB
Audio quality Noise -69.8dB / Crosstalk -72.1dB

Asus Google Nexus 7 Cellular - User Reviews

  • yes to usb otg

  • It will support 3g internet from sim card?????

  • Does this support usb otg?

  • Ubuntu touch on this device Google Nexus 7 cellular (google tilapia). Anyone know how to install / flash Ubuntu touch on this device (3g)?

  • Two years over,two times can't switch on, repaired it in local service center,upgraded to 4.4 only. How to check the net balance? No phone keypad in this model?

  • guys just download nova launcher from android market and use it as your home launcher and this will help from lagging.

  • Download Odin to your pc and Nexus 7 original Android version firmware and then reinstall it...

  • how can i revert it back to jellybean or kitkat please tell us the procedure thank you

  • For those having issues with nexus 7 update. I updated to CyanogenMod lollipop and I had issue with it. What I did was to flash my device back to CyanogenMod jellybean. It works perfectly fine. I tell you. There is no android version that works perfectly well like its original jellybean. Just simply revert back to android jellybean, and will get your device back to shape.

  • I'm also issue some time, but I've flash stock firmware and my nexus is come back. You are just this way

  • Nexus (ASUS manufactured) models stuck on Google screen Nexus 7 3G 32GB 2012 Model My device is working fine till yesterday (19th April 2015) from the date of purchase (3rd October 2013). I am using this device for around 18 months without any issues. Recently (one week before) I have updated it to Android 5.1. Yesterday (19th April 2015) afternoon I have plugged in for charging the device. After hours while removing it from the charger I have noticed that it is in nexus logo screen. I thought that the device would have restarted, so i have kept it for a while. After 2 to 3 hours it is still in nexus logo screen without any change. I have switched off the device and switched on. Then the device is not booting after Google & nexus logo screen. I have tried switch off and switch on for 4 to 5 times but there is no progress. Device is not booting after Google & nexus logo screen. Today (20th April 2015) morning, I have contacted ASUS Customer support team; they have asked me to do the wipe data/factory reset. After doing the wipe data/factory reset, the device is behaving wired like switching on, Google logo screen comes and switching off repeatedly (rebooting again and again but not going beyond Google logo screen). Then I have taken my device to ASUS service center, registered the issue and raised an RMA. Now I am waiting for the repair cost quotation from ASUS service center. Today (20th April 2015) evening, I have checked in Google to know how many devices are affected with the same issue and shocked that most of the Nexus 7 devices are affected. Agitated users have also taken to Twitter to post complains about their bricked Nexus devices with the hashtag - #NEXUS7BRICKED Please post these issues in various media until Google or ASUS is responding to this issue and fixing the affected device with free of cost.

  • yes

  • The SOC is Nvidia Tegra 3, model number - T30L. It has a quad core ARM Cortex A9 MPCore 1,2GHz CPU, and GPU is Nvidia GeForce ULP, also quad core.

  • what generation of processor does it have ? kindly reply asap as i want to buy it soon.

  • Does it has txt messaging?

  • Y es, I hace muy Nexus 7 with whatsapp

  • Does this device support wifi hotspot? GSMArena says that it does support, but I can't find this on my tablet. BR

  • Have same problem here! Please let me know if you found any solution to that.

  • well Nexus 7 gives You atmost 6 hours battery life while Apple tablets give You minimum 9 hours battery life

  • Is this support with Bluetooth A2DP profile?

  • does nexus support wassap???

  • How i connect Internet through Data card ?

  • You have to download a file to install whatsapp. Which is know as "whatsapp.apk" . You will find it in whatsapp's website. Download & Execute the file. Insert a sim card for the verification of that number. Then Enjoy.

  • Is this my nexus work like a hotspot...to share my tablet data with other devices...

  • how to download whatss app messanger for this tablet.and from which website...it in uncompitable from google playstore

  • Personally, I think the Nexus 7 (2012) will get the Android L (5.0) update. After listening to the Google I/O conference, the new OS is a lot cleaner. As such, I believe the Nexus 7 (2012), Nexus 4, and Nexus 10 will run smoother with Android 5.0. Of course, it's hard to tell at this stage. Either wait until October/November for the Nexus 9 or install the the Developer Beta version of Android L on your current to see what it's like.

  • got updated to 4.4.4... no noticable lags like earlier versions but still mediocre audio output any clues about android 5.0? update??? will this 2012 version of nexus 7 will be updated??

  • Does nexus 7 2012 support tata photon plus 2g....if yes then how?

  • surely king

  • Can someone tell me if the battery and wifi is as good as ipad mini

  • Guys,i want to ask if mifi devices(like mmx 400R) can be used for wifi for nexus 7 wifi only tab?

  • So 4.4.3 is in the testing phase...probably it vl fix battery issues and advanced audio output and video codecs...

  • You can use it for SMS. No call though.

  • you are right.. only nxus 7 cellular 32gb wifi+3g has sim option.. but its onli for 3g internet.. you cannot make voice calls out of it.

  • Here u all are telling that it cannot support sim but in some sites they show that we can insert sim side of the nexus 7 2012.

  • hi guys may i know do all of you get HSPA or HSPA+ on the 3G version?

  • guys wats the battery back up time you all getting after updating nexus 7 to 4.4.2

  • it has sim card slot but its for internet-3g connection..

  • does this have sim card option to make phone calls ?

  • i dont think der are any 16 gb ones wid sim slot for 3g sim.. itz only 32gb ones wid 3g network.. but either ones u cant make voice calls only through skype etc or groove IP like apps..

  • does ur version support voice calling'

  • to connect otg cable u need to hav nexus media importer dwnload it from playstore its a paid app. then u can connect pendrives/hdd/usb dongle

  • Hi friends recently i bought google nexus 7 2012 16gb tab is there any possible to connect my tab to tata photon plus data card using OTG cable if it is possible pls provide me the steps plssssssss

  • What is Androwad? If you are using Android since 2011, then how it became Androwad?

  • how to know the saved wifi password in unrooted android

  • Guys hwz ur experience wid Nexus 7 running 4.4.2 kikat?

  • Dear all, I am not getting any option to make WiFi hotspot from my Asus nexus 7 device!!!!!!!!! All you know its androwad device and by Google. I am using androwad device since 2011...but first time no option for hotspot WiFi. Can you please help me to WiFi hotspot from this device????its very urgent for me.help me please if you really know how. Will be greatful to u if send me mail in... [email protected] Thanks.

  • google if your going built a device like tablets of smart cellphones put all bells whistles and goods on the devices in stead of making the stripped down version of Devices like less ram or memory and must have needs a micro S D . card slot requirement ! like motto says go big or stay home built it !!

  • Hello gays just yesterday I bought nexus7cellular version KitKat but I can not find tethering and hotspots it seems removed from setting please help me!

  • guyzz 4.4.2 update for NEXUS 7 avaliable via ota.. in India now...

  • 4.4.2 released for nexus 7 !!!!!

  • follow the steps using ur nexus 7.. i mean open the site from ur nexus 7 download the link and experience google experience launcher!!!

  • Can u please post the link of nexus experience launcher in xda forums

  • i dont think its available now on flipkart/snapdeal.. but onli wifi versions are available until it runs out of stock. check androidland website. they have listed Asus google Nexus7 (2013) (onli wifi) www.saholic.com/coming-soon/3

  • I am looking for this tab on flipkart/snapdeal but cant find it anywhere. Is this model out of the market? Can someone post a link where i can purchase this model. thanks in advance

  • should i go back android 4.3 i have downloaded the factory image. pls tell how to do it.

  • android.uid.systemui:10012 and android os listed in the called battery doctor.

  • Check battery status in settings see which apps using more battery..

  • any suggentions to fix the provlem??

  • i dont know about urs i m gettg a gud 2-3 days of battery life with medium usage over wifi my os is using only 2 percent

  • sry it got sent so many times

  • bt my battery life is reduced most of the battery is been drained by android OS

  • just connect to wifi it vl start downloading. no problem der.. its readily available via ota..

  • yes i have connected through wifi only i have tried both on 3g and wifi

  • Even i am using the 3g model. Are you connected to the internet via 3g or WiFi ? I think the download will happen only when you are connected to the internet through WiFi and not through 3g. So try connecting to WiFi and check again.

  • thanks for your advice i am having 3g variant it is showing waiting to download 185.6mb via wifi only untill nov 26 this is the statement showing but download is not startrd what to do

  • are you on WiFi or 3g? And have you clicked on the "update" button? :p Anyways I had no problem whatsoever..once I received the update message and clicked on it, the download started.. And some free advice if you don't mind.. Never post your mobile numbers on open sites..take care

  • Hi guys Received 4.4 update in India for nexus 7 cellular 2012 model (32gb) Incase u haven't received it yet, try the following Settings-->apps-->all-->Google services framework-->clear data Then go to settings-->system update-->check now Try this for a couple of times. Good luck

  • nope.. infact UI is so smooth after updating to 4.4. background apps s minimal my nexus 7 is updated 2day back when it was fully charged. with medium level of usage still 30% left..

  • does battery back reduces if using android 4.4 for 3G model??

  • yes nexus 7 does support otg.. u need to hav a usb otg cable and an app from playstore "nexus media importer" installed..

  • got update to 4.4 KRT 16S yesterday OTA update in India.. just check for update in ur nexus 7..then download google experience launcher and update google search app from xda forum..welcome to transparent dock bar!!

  • Where u got kit kat update uptill now it is not available..how u got it is there any other way

  • dose nexus 7 support OTG for pen drive ?

  • I conect OTG cabel to my nexus7 when i insert my usb pendrive to in OTG nothing is hapning..so i want to know is nexus 7 suport OTG or any other way to axes pen drive in nexus 7

  • hi guys ,today i got kitkat 4.4 update to my nexus7c 2012 version,india......it is a tasty update as promised by google

  • Hi guys - does the Nexus 7 2012 light-up/notify with incoming messages?

  • You need to read the specs sheet before you judge. At the very top of the specs it clearly says 'Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS.' This means that the cellular nexus 7, even though it supports a micro sim card, it is only for internet data use. If you want to make phone calls you would need to download programs like Viber or Skype.

  • does nexus 7 2012 comes with wifi hot-spot? what is the expected release date of kitkat 4.4 in the philippines?

  • google nexus 7 with any microsim is not compatable as cellural sevice --i can not make any call or recieieve what is this just making fool of us--otherwise i would have bought the 100$ cheaper edition with out sim insertion doe any one knows how i can use the device as cell phone also--there are no regular icons at bottom of cells android devicees

  • Its Really a Great Device And Getting Andoird 4.4 KITKAT

  • just use es explorer for transferring file... must use wifi or tethering your wifi...

  • Do Asus Nexus 7 support files sharing like received and send from tab to mobile ? Or either it this supported usb otg and usb flash drive ? Please thank you.

  • yes u can connect laptop nd tab with data cable,and u can access 2g and 3g with micro sim,and u can make calls with skype or viber or any app as they use 3g data or wifi

  • OK, thanks for the information.

  • yes! will get KITKAT. after 2weeks

  • No voice calling facility, but has video calling facility.

  • Will this tablet get android Kit-kat upgrade. If yes, please how soon?

  • Ya, this supports GPRS..

  • Do nexus 7 have voice calling facility??

  • pls tell me whether this support gprs or not.

  • Do this tablets with OTG function?

  • You will not be able to use for making calls and sms. Google defines cellular as only for data use in cellular.

  • Can we use this device to make phone calls like we do in normal cell phone ???

  • Can we use this device to make phone calls like we do in normal cell phone ???

  • Can we use This Device For making calls like we do in Normal cell phones ??

  • thank you for your support and answers,its working now

  • Sir, Not just watsapp. for every 3rd party app need this change in settings.

  • Nexus 7 supports whatsapp. Steps: 1. Go to settings> security> and allow unKnown sources 2. Goto whatsapp website and downloasd its android app. Enjoy!!!

  • my nexus doesn't support whatsapp is that possible

  • my nexus doesn't support whatsapp is that possible

  • nope u cannot use it as phone but you can insert micro sim in it to use internet (2g/ 3G) provided by your sim service provider

  • i played a youtube video some some website and the device hung for a moment. I pressed the power button to switch it off. But as soon as i pressed, i saw 'google' and the device restarted. I opened the chrome and it restored my previous session but the sound output is not proper. It is producing some cheeky noise and I immediately closed chrome played some song which is there the memory. The noise is still heard. I'm worried! Please help Thanks

  • Hey Can U tell me Does this tablet support normal voice calls just like smartphones these days as in gsmarena its mentioned "it doesnt support voice function on gsm" Regards

  • Can Nexus 7C be used as a cellular phone

  • it already has 4G

  • I'm planning to buy this tablet..lemme know 1. if it is possible 2 transfer data frm laptop to tablet via USB port.. 2. can I access both 2G and 3G networks through the micro sim 3. can I download and access skype/viber/line applications for voice calls??

  • There is no basic qualification to buy nexus 7. anybody who can atleast read and write buy this.

  • Do it has Calling Option like Samsung TAB 2?

  • it means you can share your internet with other devices

  • wifi hotspot????? how???

  • I hope isn't laggy as the trgra 3!!!

  • It's still better to have sd card to connect to pc rather than connecting your phone direcly especially when you're just connecting to other pc.

  • I don know why some of the viewer said..why didnt have sd card slot...the internal got 16/32 gb memory..so i don see why the phone still need to put the sd card slot..

  • Nexus 7 (cellular) is the best device I bought. Bought it a little over six months ago, and considering the sudden surge of improvements in technology and reduction in the prices, the Nexus 7 is still one of the best Quad-core 7 inches tablets in the market... Somehow makes you feel good...

  • what happens to the battery ofter 1 year and so on..??!! it could not be possible to replace the battery ... what do u think nexus 7 experts ....!!! is there any possiblity to solve this f$%#*ing problem..

  • I have one which is 3g version and um really happy with it. It gives me everything that I need. I dont prefer calling or taking photo with tab,so for me its the best.

  • No

  • Does support SMS.

  • This tablet is great I bought the 3G + wifi since wifi is hard to find in our country , it can play almost any Video even mkv , any music , it is fast can handle many active application at the same time and great for gaming (I mainly use it for browsing and studying , reading is very comfortable and with the screen resolution you have nothing to fear) . All the specs are great compared to the price and the fact that you get the updates as soon as they are made is a great advantage .... Well we all know that so let us get down to the problems you will face first the limited memory I got the 32 giga well it is good but with time you will reach the stage of no enough memory (you can use a flash and an otg cable as an external hard disk ) second the fact that you can't make calls which is the only thing that downgraded this tab in my opinion from the title "perfect" I hope something will be done about it that is global and not limited to USA. Third the stereo sound is low . Fourth the battery only lives with me for about six hours I think it is normal taking to account that I keep the net open , play games , read book, watch videos and download during this period ...but if am only watching it stays longer. Finally the last problem but am not sure if it is a general one , after returning home I took my nexus7 out of my bag to find the screen broken!! I searched the net and found similar problems when the device is put in tight space like a pocket or a bag ( although I covered it well) now am waiting for the evaluation report from ASUS ....This is my experience with the Nexus7

  • It has a microsim you know. ;)

  • Is this device really cannot make any call or sms? Man, what a shame if it cannot do those.

  • yes, the 3G supports 2G as well. you just have to swap them on the mobile network setting menu

  • i will advice you buy the cellular especially if wireless is not very common in your area.

  • this device can play avi files.. install vlc player if required ..

  • hi frnds, i hav completed my +2 studies and planning to buy a nexus 7.so can u guys plz suggest me either to buy a wifi model or a wifi+3G model.

  • No

  • is the cellular version and the 3g version which is being sold in india are the same??? Does 3g version supports 2g data??? Plzz rply i m confused...

  • no gorilla glass .. update info,

  • Install MX Player

  • Did it start working?

  • sorry to hear your problem. I had a hard time configuring bsnl myself as at the time every mishap occoured like sealink cable cut, tower shut down and what not. I shifted to idea, docomo. It worked like dream and flawlessly. Got around 420 kbps easily and great connectivity. Lets hope its not just cause mine's imported from US.

  • for gaming or heavy application i suggest nexus 7...fonepad are for lite application and for gsm call...just compare the price both of the device..more price more better.

  • nexus 7,,

  • Avi files will play if u've MX player. I actually shud say tht any format of video plays with mx player.

  • Mr Vikrant RS, APN setting of BSNL is bsnlnet. I entered it. then i am able to browse in 2G but when i enter 3G network area i could not see any 3G logo in mobile as used to be displayed in 3G mobiles. Moreover in 3G environments it does not even catch 2G (edge or gprs) data. Now service center confirmed the issues of 3G device in the nexsus 7

  • wich is better,google nexus 7 or asus fonepad? tnx

  • 'The device can't play avi files' is my only worry. Besides, it's the best tablet you can ever use!

  • Also i am referring ordinary as the regular voice enabled sim cards and not the data only simcards. Both work by the way, provided it is of micro sim card variety.

  • many times sim cutters damage the sim. Try a sim card which is working properly with other micro sim phone. If you have purchased a proper micro sim, then try the network settings. If you have selected umts or 3g only, it wont connect. Keep the network settings on 2g/3g both. Try and let us know if it solved your problem.

  • sorry to hear about your problem. I just travelled from maharashtra to ap and back using nexus 7 3g all the way using gps and stuff without any issues. Using idea 3g. Kindly provide the details like settings in apn settings. Will help asap.

  • Is your problem with the nexus solved? Check the access point settings. If you are a tata customer, use TATA.DOCOMO.INTERNET OR TATA.DOCOMO.INTERNETHVC as the access point names and try. If not, please share details so the members can help out.

  • In India, the most popular sim card size is the one which is slightly bigger than ones which is used in iphone 4. A very high percentage of phones sold in the market use the common size which i just mentioned. Unless the handsets which use the micro sim or the latest smaller than micro sim cards sales dominates the mini sim card size we put in handsets like ace, s2, galaxy y's, it can be safely referred to as popular mini sim imho. Credit card size with cuts to break the sim out of it is what i am referring to. Nowadays even the credit card size comes smaller. all my comments are strictly relevant to India. Other nations i cant speak for.

  • Just go to Settings --More --Mobile Networks --Access Point Names. Make sure you configure and checked Zain Mobile Internet. Been using Nexus 7 with Airtel for months without any problem. Best of lucks.

  • this tablet is defined simply as ipad mini rival...

  • Hi, I bought airtel mini sim card and insert it in my Nexus 7. It shows the network signal.. but the net is not connected. How to activata 3 g and mobile net work in my nexus..Please help me guys..( Iam not having any wifi).

  • 3G is not working in the cellular version model. I purchased from a authorized dealer of Asus in Bhubaneswar. Then I visited the service center. They logged in my complain yesterday and taken back by device for trouble shoot. Let see when they deliver??? I think it is a inherent problem in all devices in India. Be aware of shelling out your hard earned money for this device if you main priority is 3G service. Else it is working fine in all other respect. I doubt whether they have 3G radio in device. If this problem is not rectified within week I will file in consumer court regarding this as they do not meet the specifications.

  • Same problem I am facing. 3G is not working in the cellular version model. I purchased from a authorized dealer of Asus. Then I visited the service center. They logged in my complain yesterday and taken back by device for trouble shoot. Let see when they deliver??? I think it is a inherent problem in all devices in India. Be aware of shelling out your hard earned money for this device if you main priority is 3G service. Else it is working fine in all other respect.

  • I bought nexus 7 32 GB cellular model from snapdeal.com. I tried 3G today by putting mini sim. Sim is working fine on mobile but this tab is not connecting to cellular. Even not showing any signal. Please help how to get this connected? Is snapdeal delivered me locked product?

  • does this tablet supports/reads external hdd?

  • I think you're the one is outdated here..mini sim card is not "ordinary sim card" anymore. Remember our sim card size same as credit card ?

  • copio_vs, I saw one in jarir khobar corniche but i didnt take it bcause it seems it was just returned by a customer bec. it hs no plastic anymore. and just wandering why it as returned, maybe because on some of my reviews, some unts of this was easily damaged/brokn its screen. How about on the one you've got? is there any issues or problem with that? pls. advise also, do you stil see this unit on the other store...thanks in advance...

  • zee, I saw 1unit from Jarir alkhobar corniche, but I did not take it because it's already opened, I mean the box has no plastic anymore and it seems it's already taken and just returned. And from my review, there are some units that its screen was easily damaged/broken. How about the one you've got? Is there any issues with that? Please advise also, do you see this unit in other stores, is it still available? thanks in advnce...

  • can nexus 7 be used for calling or can it be use as cell phone?

  • Hahaha! You must take out the word "not" on your sentence, and replace it with "so" :-)

  • okay. Then why NOT impressed?

  • i sold my 64GB ipad mini and bought Nexus 7 - 32 GB with 3G model yesterday, and am i not impressed. this thing rocks like anything.. speed, network availability and file management!! i was so happily surprised to get full 3g speed at places where my ipad mini was struggling to get even decent network coverage

  • Have. I bought last month in jarir al khobar 1500 sr, now price 1400 sr

  • yes nick. it works very well in india. no probs at all. very fast processor and gorilla glass keep the touch delightful. On a sidenote, let me point out that its mentioned in specifications that it is a quadband gsm device. So it will work flawlessly wherever there are gsm networks anywhere in the world. i understand your question n doubts regarding 3g compatibility. u can buy it and use it worldwide no strings attached. i have a tab 6200 and a nexus 7. i love my nexus 7 cellular more..

  • please do not mislead. It does not accept ordinary sim card. It will accept ordinary sim card which is of microsim kind. like the ones which go in apple iphone 4. you have to either contact service provider for that, or just go to a mobile shop and get your regular sim cut.

  • thank u for the info...Is the device working well in India.Can we use egde in this tab.how about its performance?did u like the tab?

  • Bought this at jarir bookstore in corniche 2 months ago :) n teah it is still available

  • Where did you purchased this asus google nexus 7 cellular? In what region and what's the name of the store? Did you bought this lately or few months ago already Is it still available? I'm here at Eastern Region! I want to buy this tablet! Pls. advise! Thanks!

  • can you get gps sav nav on this tab?

  • Yes it is, I am actually using Nexus 7 cellular right now,all I can say is....I love this tab :D

  • yes, it accepts any micro sim card. voice enabled or not, nexus 7 does not allow gsm voice calls. Mini sim cards are the most popular ones in india. You can either contact your service provider for a micro sim, or get help from your local friendly mobile shop ;-)

  • is this asus googlenexus 7 cellular alreay availabl in saudi arabia? pls. advise! tnx in advnce.

  • yes it is gprs edge enabled. it is unlocked with quadband gsm and 3g network capabilites and work everywhere in world on gsm networks. no you cant use the popular mini sim in it. but a local mobile shop can help u out with a sim cutter in a matter of seconds. no you cannot have a GSM voice call. you can have sms support unofficially via apps like go sms, whatsapp etc. skype, facebook, gtalk video, and similar apps work. how do i know this. i own it and use it daily as described. hope it helps.

  • this device accept an ordinary GSM SIM card. I bought one in India from grab more imported from USA and its working good on gem network. no need of a special SIM

  • 1. GPRS/EDGE eanbled? 2. What kind of SIM? [can I use GSM mini SIM in India & Bangladesh?} 3. Locked or Unlocked? 4. Possible: Voice call, SMS/MMS through the mobile network?

  • This tablet is very good for the money you pay! Which is kinda ironic because I got this for free with a case and a screen protector. For any guys in Australia and use a 'Westpac' credit card, I suggest looking at how many points you have and then you can redeem them for cool gadgets (not necessarily technology). Hope everyone has a nice experience with this tablet because I certainly did! :)

  • Hi guys.I am from India.Can u pls help me out. I have a question regarding the sim used in nexus cellular.I am planning to buy this device from US.And i have heard that a special sim called 'Data Sim' can only be used.Is this type of sim available in India.Is any one of u using the 3g version in India.Plz reply...

  • I recently bought the nexus 7 cellular but I can't get to save any documents on it from my computer l.e word & excel documents. How do I get to save such documents.

  • Nexus 7 is a good device and cheap, real value for the money. But they built it for a disposable device, The screen material is very poor I don't think it's Gorilla glass, a false specification has been given. I have nexus 7 for 2 weeks, and after that, the screen suddenly cracked, it can't withstand pressure, even other chinese tablets able to withstand some pressure. And when I asked for screen replacement, Asus charge me $205 for only a screen, while a brand new unit cost about $376! If you want to buy Nexus 7, go ahead, but be careful with the screen, as they built it with a disposable purpose just like a tampon, "use and discard".

  • Nexus 7 have sim slot(21mbps 3G) just can't call ...Actually in outter physical it can't be use as gsm calling device but in theory yes, as existing microphone and etc. Just Google blocked it and people from xda may found a way. Sooner or later.

  • Mostly people buy nexus 7 for gaming or heavy use..heck you want ugly camera ? To make fun during concert ? ...Nexus 7 already affordable and adding some stuff may not category as "cheaper".

  • Yes GoSmspro is working however it can be only read a current SMS/MMS(after installation) but can't view the older SMS/MMS(before installation).

  • Common question.. You should self explanatory tho.. Device nowadays are not provide flash player from out of box however you can play it through various way such as Mozilla browser(download flash plugin) for watching video streaming. Or for flv format video you can play through 3rd pt apk such as Mxplayer or QQplayer.

  • Works like a charm

  • can regular 2G internet work on nexus 7 3G?

  • it is locked or unlocked thanks

  • for sms and mms to work you need to root this device. i manage to get sms working. mms doesn't seem to work at all. other options without root is Gosms Pro but i haven't try Gosms Pro.

  • Skype to skype voice call working on speaker and headphone with mic. skype to skype video calling working. viber to viber user voice calling working but got echoing maybe my internet connection problem.

  • does this device have flash player on it at all ?

  • Its specification is excellent.but can't use it as a phone.is there any solution?

  • sure

  • in gsmarena spes, at first they say " Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS" but in the spes, they also say camera: Primary 1.2 MP Features: Video-calling so my ques is, can I make 3g video calls through this cellular version?? or can I use "Skype/viber/fring( or even I use a headphone for this apps)" on this device?? plzzzzz reply someone. I want to buy this device.

  • in a calling facility yes or no.....

  • Card slot - No ?? realy?!?!...

  • no comparision literally. nexus 7 is miles ahead.

  • @SajjooMalik read this carefuly

  • Actually there is no "primary" camera :DDD Just think... 1.2 MP camera is intended basically for video calling... Of course you can take a pictures but not so good :)

  • @ Daniyal Siddiqui Obviously Nexus 7 is much better than tab 2 spec wise nd works very smoothly plus its google product so it will get any jb update first but it doesnt support sim nd calling feature thts the big con for this device. its up to u wht u want if u want a tab with call feature then go for tab 2 otherwise nexus 7 is best

  • @Daniyal Siddiqui Obviously nexus 7.

  • how to can make call from this tab.

  • lg nexus for cntnues update or lg optmus g? iv hold da optmus g.it fils gud, i dnt knw bwt da nexus 4 whch luks beter bt da glas of nexus4 is fragile dy said,and coverx are hard to find. optimus g casing are readily availble nexus is at 22k optmus g is 24k s3 is stil at 26k nexus 7 at 17k whch is beter to buy

  • which is better Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 VS Asus Google Nexus 7 Cellular? Tell Fast Thank You in advanced

  • Plz Tell That Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 VS Asus Google Nexus 7 Cellular Which 1 is better thank u in advanced.

  • Compare to Sammy 7.0 tab2 and others variant. so yeah nexus 7 on top even in antutu benchmark.. More feature more price...

  • More feature more price agree ?

  • Yea try me...funny trying copycat my name..guess people nowadays are weird...

  • Yes it is unlocked, I tried mine last month on China Unicom in Shanghai, worked fine... My home carrier is TMobile USA

  • i think the only problem of this awesome gadget is the camera, all the rest i guess minimal. but overall performance is excellent.... agree????

  • Is that product is unlocked? will I able to use in out of USA? As it mentioned it is cellular version than, will I able to make call and able to receive incoming call alert?

  • nexus 7, best 7inch tablet so far very fast indeed but why no camera, sammy is no where close to this tablet

  • guys, please give me address Online Shop that sell this gadget,i want get this gadget. thank you

  • Hello guys, i got my Nexus 7 cellular, hmmn. It has a simcard slot. At first i guess it was only for 3G Browsing . but surprisingly, it has a support for SmS. The only problem is there's no default app for Sms. I tried to download Go SMS and it is perfectly working. Tablet with SMS and 3g browsing support. But no call capability. This tablet is very good in browsing and in gaming.

  • you dont know anything

  • Well most buyer are plain rich with no brain...

  • how difficult can be to understand that cellular stands for 3g internet connection ??? no calls, no voice communication ! i leave mms to your imagination !

  • Yes could agree more..people nowadays are weird can't make different which tablet and phablet...tablet are made for entertainment which no call capability.. Phablet are half tablet half phone that's why most electronic device company in this world can't afford high end device for phablet due to costing issued.

  • Yes (fb,Skype and etc) but no vibrate..this tablet no gsm call..duh tablet not phablet.

  • If u want tablet no call I suggest nexus 7 better then tab2 10.1..trust me Samsung tab are damn slow...

  • Samsung Tab2 or Nexus7 cellular?

  • did this phone rings when you get calls or N/A as mentioned in description ?

  • Heading says "Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS." Asus Google Nexus 7 Cellular

  • works as a regular phone with sms, mms, call function with wifi turned off. make sure sim card is voice and sms/mms capable.

  • This is a cellular version and has support for GSM and can be used as regular mobile phones to make call, send SMS and MMS.

  • if it does not support voice communications, SMS etc which are commonly attached to 2G network . then what does it support after all. cant understand! help please.

  • Please read this very 1st line of specifications 'Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS.' means no sms, mms and no call from sim

  • hi i want to purchase one. Please can u tell me that calls and messaging works perfect in Pakistan.

  • If your cellular provider utilizes HSPA+ 42, then you will experience speeds in the 8Mbs-18Mbs download speeds. Much faster than 500Kbs-2Mbs typical 3G speeds.

  • I have this tablet and the cellular network can be used for 3g only. But I've heard that the hardware is capable of voice calls and SMS, but we need to either wait for a mod or an official update by Google. No official update has been announced to my knowledge.

  • I just wanted to confirm if this tablet can be used for making calls .

  • How to get the cellular version in india?

  • You can use viber on the device but watsup is still not supporting tablets.

  • What kind of pound ....

  • Hye....can use whatsapp app?..can used viber for calling?

  • Hye....can use whatsapp app?..can used viber for calling?

  • Just finished updating my Nexus 7 to android 4.2.2. Huge improvement!

  • fps means "Frames per Second"...its the video speed and quality measure.

  • How to activate GPRS/EDGE on Google Nexus 7 Cellular? If activated, how to turn it on? I'm using Zong Network in Pakistan. I tried a lot, but unable to find any solution.

  • To answer recurent questions : It is definitely not possible to place cell calls with Nexus 7 3G. Only VOIP calls with a VOIP provider. As for SMSs GOSMS PRO and also MOBILEVOIP among others do pickup incoming CELL SMSs but I could not get sound nor visual notifications or their arrivals. So far. VOIP calls are quite clear without any Bluetooth device. Just internal microphone and speaker.You can set up call forwarding on your SIP account to finaly get your calls on the Nexus. With DIDLOGIC.com for instance. Alltough all of this is a bit complicated I aggree.

  • Thanx mate

  • Unfortunately for most of you, The SIM Card is only available for T-Mobile and AT&T. Verizon and other services and providers will not support SIM Cards as they all have their own custom made phones and operating systems.

  • mifi on the go

  • I paid mine for 243 pounds

  • How much is it in pounds????? Need answers asap!!!!!

  • Because there is 4g Wi-Fi on the go modem.

  • Because there is 4g Wi-Fi on the go modem.

  • The tablet was made for people who like playing games, its a gamers tablet, it's very good for games, it a tegra processor.

  • all you need is a front camera for to make a video calling. No need 2 cameras, just a single camera locate in the front can so that.

  • Yes it supports 2g as well n I m using it

  • is it support 2G?? calling or sending sms??? in photos i cant see the simcard slot?

  • Hey I wanna buy this, but which SIM they give by default. Do we need to pay for sim. I will use this in india so I don't want AT&T sim.

  • I have One Of these,They are Great,Believe me guys,Powerful,fast,great performance,it is truly excellent for browsing and gaming,it is really gifted because of its battery life and its affordable price...Have a great time with this mind blowing tablet.

  • For me the number of cores isn't a big deal. But i'll get a nexus7 instead of tab 7.0. It's a nexus for crying out loud.

  • look at the pics, it has front not back camera, thats why it has video calling. just wrng placement of specs

  • only front camera , secondary camera can be if the device has 2 cameras

  • feature: video calling but no secondary camera??? gsmarena please explain!!..

  • No wifi hot spot function :( why?

  • 4G?????????????????

  • Is there a sim card slot?..so that we can use our 3g data plan instead of wi-fi?..

  • You can plug in USB sticks or external hard drives to view or transfer any type of media file. For non rooted devices you have to download nexus media importer which is about 2� from Google play.

  • Yes you can. You could buy an OTG cable and plug-in whatever devices that use USB (mouse, keyboard, Flash storage, Passports) Search for a micro USB OTG cable on amazon or something.

  • What about gsm phone calls from the 3g enabled version? How can i make phone calls using gsm network (no voip pls)? There's got to be a way?

  • This thing can read usb? So if i plug my external hardisk it can read all my movie file and play it? Whoa, if it possible to do it, i would like to get this one. Can some1 confirm?

  • just fill apn from setting, and your need to fill name and apn nothing more. ex for airtel name airtel apn airtelgprs.com save and you can use 3g as well as 2g with same setting.

  • use gosmspro from play store and you can send sms through your nexus 7 cellular.

  • Hi, go to setting and put packet data "ON" and then click option and configure apn (access point name), you need to fill only two tabs first Access point name like Airtel or Reliance, second access point (like for airtel access point is airtelgprs.com) then save and don't touch any other setting. After that reboot nexus 7. it will work fine on 3g as well as 2g.

  • I just bought, ASUS Google Nexus 7 Cellular, Can anyone help how to activate 3G on it

  • I just received information from Asus in my country that the price for around US$ 700.....wow, totally changed my mind about buying one....the main reason I took this device serioisly was the cheap price for a decent okay-ish specs....but now that it's US$ 700 in my country I guess no thanks

  • No, it doesn't support voice call. But it supports video call.

  • does it support calling??

  • Too good. Performance is awesome..

  • For movies one solution is to use USB. But u have to buy the adaptor (20 euro aprx).

  • Disapointment is no card slot.. i would like to store many movie i have to my tablet as i did now to my xoom. But i found my zoom is not practical, thus im planning to buy some 7inch tablet instead. Galtab 2 7inch and this nexus 7inch is my choice. Actually prefer this one, as i dont trust much with samsung do so many problem i found in my sister galtab 2 10 inch. Beside, galtab 2 7 inch processor is not convince me to have smooth interface, and no JB promises yet. But this also have weakness like no camera backside. Cant upload picture directly then to path or facebook, and offcourse another downgrade is no card slot. Dont think too much for cellular and sms as i think tnis is tablet not phone. Hope nexus will consider launch another like this but with camera backside and card slot. Other fiture a.ready perfect

  • seems it cannot make a normal phone call & sms.. (i thought it can) its ok anyway, it's a tablet not a phone.. definitely i will buy this just for internet & entertainment on the go..

  • Yap, you prefer a dual core instead a quad core...nice!! You are in the business pal!!! xD

  • What are you saying guys!!!! Do you realize this is a tablet not a phone!!!! And yes you can make calls if you know the way (XDA). This is just the best 7inch tablet at the moment and for a ridiculous price!!! And please why do you wanna use this like a regular day phone!?!?!?! Can you image what do you like with this in your ears!!! lololol This is an amazing gadget...make some search before you talk bad about it!!!

  • i've rather buy iview 792 TPC Android or Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 P3100 7" 16GB WiFi + 3G

  • that was a BIG BIG Disappointment for me, 2G, 3G cannot use SMS and Phone call? thats what u called Cellular phone? the Camera is to low, lack of memory slot, i dont think so. :(

  • For about R3800 on BidOrBuy

  • yeah... i was thinking of getting one, but seems like a disappointment, no back camera, no memory card slot, no phone call...... and they call it a cellular ? crap!! i rather get the wifi version that's cheaper

  • Not now. See 'Voice calls on 3g Nexus 7' from XDA:

  • i just bought it and No, not out of the box!!! this is ridiculous! why didnt Asus/google include the most basic function of a phone?

  • can you callout and receive phone call directly like mobile phone without running voip app like skype or google talk ?

  • Excellent tablet ! I have been using it for a while and I have to say that I enjoy every moment ! You will never regret if you own one... It's proved again, that Asus can make quality devices, and is proved now, that Google is moving towards to the right path ( version 4.2.1 is working almost excellent in nexus 7)

  • Pls is it out in South Africa and the UK and how much does it go for?need answers urgently.thanks.

  • i want to know confirm............!!!

  • did u buyed it?

  • yes available in jarir

  • I have a very limited budget for my wife to buy a phone for her. Does Nexus 7 supports voice call ? Can it be used as phone?

  • i wish there were more reviews posted here rather than questions. especially those that are answerable by just going through the specs provided. it clearly states that this model does not provide sms and voice communication. some of us wants to read opinions about how good or bad this model is. please post more user reviews. thanks.

  • is nexus 7 3G version available in jarir bookstore ? plz reply....!!!

  • It should have calls and sms support

  • Is it available now in India ? If yes, then at what price ?

  • No currently it only supports data, no calls or sms. I had put my phone SIM, it rings on the caller side but the tablet show no notifications.

  • Is there Calling facility in these Nexus 7 tablet? Want to buy it urgently??? Regards Rahul

  • from www.edfa3ly.com >>> bought it from abt.com and i'll get it by the end of the weak

  • In Mobinil you can get 7 Gigabytes with 16$ Monthly. مائة جنيه But I wonder from where can I buy this device with warranty, In Egypt?!

  • this tablet can making call or message ?

  • could u pls tell me does it supports the java.most sites need it

  • you are right , but in Egypt , there are 3 service provider , each are good in a specific matter , for example : vodafone is very good in gsm , sms services , but very very bad in 3G connection , Mobinil on ther other hand is terrible at the price range , but has a very good & wonderful 3G service . so my mobile is vodafone & my tablet will be mobinil

  • i went there and asked them they said its coming but dont know when..........??im also waiting for it desperately

  • is it available in jarir today. or still it is coming soon.

  • this tablet released in india?

  • Dear Google, please tell me you'll put voice call in this model. Pretty pleaseee

  • hey people from KSA time for happiness bcoz nexus 7 3g version is coming in jarir bookstore very soon check out jarir current offers

  • It's not available in Egypt Egy yet. You should ask someone tø buy it for you from the US. It costs 300$ only

  • is voice calling feature is available in this model. this model supports sim feature thats y i m asking this.

  • I'm live in Egypt how can i get one nexus 7 cellular and what it's price ?

  • of course its possible. provided it should the cellular model. in the you can save your contacts and call them or message them .

  • oh,cmon u folks, its an android for gods sake, so u can fill it with anything u want!!! phone call, sms, mms, skype, usb otg, anything u can say!!! all u need to do is root it and unlock its bootloaders!!! then nexus 7 is all yours to explore!!!! its not a restricted iCrap!!! stupid..!!!!

  • ordinary sim.. its just resizing the size.. can also use broad band sims..

  • i would like to ask about Nexus 7 cellular ability to send SMS (message) and phone call? is it possible or not.thanks

  • its Micro Sim

  • Anyone knows what size of sim card does it use?

  • no not yet. i can not find it even in internet stores :(

  • For me it's much better that it does not support GSM (call, SMS, MMS)not to make the unit more expensive as these features, at least for me, is not really necessary as everybody has a mobile phone to use to call, send SMS, MMS (nobody will use 7" tablet as a phone).

  • The cellular model is not available yet in Saudi Arabia even with Jarir. What available in Jarir is the wifi version only. The cellular model (or 3G+wifi) is expected to be available in Saudi Arabia early next year.

  • The wi-fi model is already available in Jarir for the last couple of months or so. But the 3G+wifi is not available yet.

  • yes....it does support wifi hospot

  • is the cellular one is available in jarir bookstore

  • does this device share/support wifi hotspot?

  • does this device share/support wifi hotspot?

  • available in jarirbookstore...

  • hey guyz, Is a 7 inch tablet good for making documents or is a 10 inch tablet more better??...

  • hello guys i want know is this product relase in saudi arabia r not if any one in saudi if he knows please till me im waiting for this ausome tab nexus 7

  • Hi freddy hope u r able to read and understand English. Stop asking stupid questions as the answer is at the top once you click on the Tablet.

  • Dear Mr. Robert, Please read the disclaimer. Your post was unnecessary

  • U'r rite its Corning Fit Glass, another chipo variant:P

  • Are you sure GSMArena??? this nexus 7 have Corning Gorilla Glass??? or Corning Glass only???

  • check on deals.ebay.in 16 gb is for 18k

  • The only flaw in an otherwise perfect tablet, it doesn't have a rear camera.

  • Why don't U consider to buy a MiFi/similar device which considered cheaper; so you can share 3G connection to both or more of U'r devices. Jst buy Nexus 7 WiFi; and FYI, WiFi connection uses less battery than 3G.

  • Curios whether this 'epic' will arrived in Indonesia. Though non-3G version still having trouble to be adopted bc of corrupt governments' stupid regulation.

  • does at&t nexus 7 have a limited bandwidth 3g to only 1900 or does it extend to the normal value of 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100, cuz i dont want to be stick to at&t forever and beside i travel alot and many countries doesnt have at&t

  • this is the answer to your question , I live in Egypt , I have a phone with 3G features , but I need a Tab with 3G features because I travel 3 months every year , were there is no internet connection , no wifi . only connection is the 3G connection provided by the service providers . my 3G in my phone cost 3 Times the 3G in the tablet . because my phone has the capability to perform calls & send SMS . I only need the 3G in the tablet to be able to access the internet with a low cost .

  • the cellular version will have a sim tray at the side. you dont need to open the back.

  • nope. wifi only. and you're required to get a pocket wifi plan locked in for 24months. not a good deal

  • To all indians, you should buy direct from google playstore if you have credit/debit card. use ultrasurf to make your ip address to US, then go to playstore to purchase. Create an account at hopshopgo and use your hopshopgo US address at Google playstore and the item will ship to that address. you will receive email saying your item arrive. Pay for the shipping to your real address for usd $20

  • the cellular one......???

  • its in jarir bookstore

  • when it is going to come in india

  • can it work in kenya? does it support sms and mms?

  • i also want the nexus 7 cellular versoin but i dont when it is gonna come in saudi arabia

  • wait till feb or march , i believe theres going to a sim version to make calls etc , i can't wait if my hunch is right

  • I too noticed this model in grabmore,but i think now they reduced the price. check this link :http://www.grabmore.in/search.php?search_query=­Asus+Google+Nexus+7&catid=

  • I'm very disapointed to know Nexus 7 cellular has no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS.

  • guys finally android 4.2.1 is officially seeded which fixed all Bluetooth issues , other bugs and made december available! good job before the end of november! very speedy support! thanks!

  • already released in certain stores, but not sure of the cellular capable one.

  • my country only cost 230 euro your curenncy suxs

  • it has been released in India , check this out on chroma retail store onlineand the price is Rs.19999

  • When this is getting released in India ? I am waiting for this tablet. I found that grabmore is selling it in India :- but the price is too high Rs 23,999 in comparison to $299 in US. Is there any confirmation from GOOGLE or ASUS for release date and price in India? Is it worth buying it from grabmore now or should I wait till its release in India ? 1 more point as we have seen when 16gb wifi model was launched in India few days back the price for that was too high Rs. 19000 here in comparison to $199 in US. So my point is when this 3g version will be released it will also be overpriced. Will this work with Indian mobile networs?

  • pre order on smart? is that with cellular function?

  • Thanks! :)

  • Pre-order will start November 30, 2012 from Smart

  • It has micro sim slot.

  • Is nexus cellular 7 available in market, is that released in saud arab?

  • When is the release of this tablet in the Philippines?

  • is it using mini SIM or micro SIM?

  • what is the releasing date in india

  • because some ppl like me have just one sim, and if I plug it in a tablet i would like to be reacheable even on my number? Is that hard to figure out??

  • There is a sim tray on the side that can be slides in and out

  • Will it work on GSM networks worldwide?

  • Has the 3G Nexus 7 been already released in the market? Specifically the Philippines?

  • ^^This Phone is for calls and tablet is to replace netbooks... Calling feature for tablets is stupid... 3G capability is more than enough Also, Nexus devices will get to taste all new android updates quicker...whereas same cannot be said about Tab2...Jelly Bean will probably will be the last update...also if u r lucky...

  • I don't know why there are people that they want their tablet to be GSM-capable. All of us has a mobile phone to use as a phone to call and send SMS, MMS. GSM-capable tablet is only a waste of money because it will just make the tablet more expensive. Why you are going to use a 7", 7.7", 8.9", 10.1" tablet as a phone.

  • I don't think the 3G Nexus 7 will be released in the Philippines provided by Smart Communication, but Wi-Fi only under postpaid will be. However, a 3G-enable tablet will be released by Q1-2013.

  • Is that mean it support the network in Singapore provided by Starhub/Singtel/M1 too?

  • With that price you want sms and voice call and say it crap cause it? c'mon where's your brain

  • Yes you're right. No voice & sms, this is crap. Better buy tab 2

  • is this phone can upgrade radio?

  • When this will be launched? Do anybody knows???

  • price of this tab in usa USD 199 and in india INR 19999. Approx double.

  • ther is an external slot! best mid tablet ever made!

  • I does not have removable battery and I am not sure of it's videos fps but I can easily play HD videos on it so I think it can handle all of it

  • can gsmarena or any one tell me What is its video fps ? it have a removable battery or not??

  • Thank you for the specs ! The link: Unlocked GSM/UMTS/HSPA+ GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 3G (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz) HSPA+ 21

  • Can i use nexus 7 32 gb with 3g on my vodafone sim card in india

  • NETWORK Unlocked GSM/UMTS/HSPA+ GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 3G (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz) HSPA+ 21 its the real connectivity specs.. so i think it should support calling and sms

  • Micro sim card.

  • The real problem is the Nexus 7 is a totally enclosed tablet. Nobody seems to know (even Google Play help) how the SIM card is inserted or changed. On a phone there is an internal slot, typically near or under the battery, but the original Nexus 7 doesn't have a removable back. There are no pictures on the Google site and no SIM card or removal tool is mentioned in the specifications. I can only guess it is a non removable card configured to T-Mobile.

  • It says here on GSM Arena: HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 On androidauthority for example it says: Pentaband 3G 850 /900/ 1700 / 1900 / 2100. In my country we use HSDPA 900/2100. If it doesn't have HSDPA 900 it's pretty useless. Once you go outside of the big cities you go back to GSM/GPRS (no 3G). What is the truth ?

  • Although its quad core and cellular , ram 1gb and weak connectivity of wifi and blutooth make thw whole issue suck For me I think samsung nexus 10 and surface pro are the best tablets in performance durg upcoming period

  • It contains corning Fit Glass, which is also quite good compared to normal glass but little lower than Gorilla Glass

  • totally foul without voice communication. Cann't understand why they fools don't give this !

  • I don't think it support for voice call

  • Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS ???? so, what does the SIM do ???? only for GPRS?? it's look like the damn ipad in this case. :(

  • it has no tv output and low camera. wich one is better? nexus 7 or samsung tab 2 7"

  • ca this make a phone call ?

  • PLease let them know that we need SMS in INDIA . WHY cant they put in Suxh a small feature?? fail to understand.

  • Clearly the best 7 inch tablet in the world regarding specifications, features and price...!

  • lot of thing missing....improve it....i am waiting

  • please can anyone tell asus or google to release a 2gb ram, a tablet ui of 3.2 on same spec. well we can see asus is responding to our comment as feedbacks to release 32gb,cellular 3g so they can hear our feedbacks and make a best 7 inch tab in world because nexus 10 is dual core and 7 is quad core. advance thanx to all gamers in the world

  • please can anyone tell asus or google to release a 2gb ram, a tablet ui of 3.2 on same spec. well we can see asus is responding to our comment as feedbacks to release 32gb,cellular 3g so they can hear our feedbacks and make a best 7 inch tab in world because nexus 10 is dual core and 7 is quad core. advance thanx to all gamers in the world

  • I think somethings wrong here. This Nexus should have SMS/MMS capabilities.

  • I'm glad that I did not buy the 16GB (wifi only). Now 32GB (wifi only) has the same price of 16GB while the 32GB wifi+3G is only US$50 higher than the 32GB wifi only. Hopefully this would be my first 7" tablet (it just happened that I am not a Samsung user at all).

  • Very good specifications...a must buy tablet....and the price is only $299....

  • well guys i know how disappoint that was no support cellular but 32gb only plus point

  • nexus 7 3G support micro sim only .

  • 3G (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz)

  • Can anyone tell me that nexus 7 supports regular sim or micro simcard.. thanks in advance..

  • Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS that means no. Question for GSMArena, why I can't log in with facebook accoun?

  • the 2G network itself shows, it has voice & text capability

  • i think the price is $299

  • 330 euro :| but not bad....

  • can u text and receive calls?

  • Needs U900.

  • Great Product and it's with corning Gorillla Glass too! killing price .. o i'll gonna buy you!

  • Awesome tablet now in 3G support & less price ipad mini killer

  • Awesome :) But no Gorilla Glass?

  • wish i did not purchase the 16gb variant. would like to have this one.

  • At last, the wait is over..........

  • First! and good specs ! (32GB )

  • Without a sim, how this tablet is supposed to work in a 3g carrier?