Almost all of these do not have an international warranty and you are giving me a nice list of reasons why you should not buy this. Let me sum it up. If the seller and maker are not answering your questions, imagine if you really needed support (after the sale.)
Bob
I am planning to buy a Google Nexus 7 2013 wifi + 4G LTE version from bestbuy and have it shipped to a relative who will be flying down to India by next month. The bestbuy link for the product is: http://www.bestbuy.c...xus-7-lte-32gb-unlocked/1846014.p?id=1219065990469&skuId=1846014&st=google%20nexus%207%2032%20gb&cp=1&lp=2&contract_desc=
The product title says: Google - Nexus 7 LTE - 32GB (Unlocked) - Black.
Since I am not very much into gadgets, I need help with a couple of questions based on which I will decide whether to get the item from USA or buy the 3G variant(at a much higher price) from flipkart:
1> What does unlocked mean?
2> The product features description says:
Embedded 4G LTE mobile broadband technology
Gives you an ultrafast mobile Internet connection. (Wireless service contract required; sold separately. Check with carrier for coverage area and availability in your area.)
Tablet sold inactivated. Activation done in-store. Carriers Offered: AT&T and Verizon Wireless
Does this mean that if you buy this device from US, you will have to get a US mobile connection necessarily. More importantly, the question is can I use this device with a India based mobile provider like Vodafone or Airtel?
3> With a 4G LTE enabled device, can I use a standard 3G connecion as offered by most Indian mobile providers?
4> In case, I do not choose to use the mobile connectivity option, I should be able to use the WiFi connection without any issues?
5> Are there any other known issues that I should be awaare of regarding buying a device from US to be used in India. Example could be maybe getting a compatible charger, etc.

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