Description
LG Google Nexus 4 E960, Factory Refurbished, T-Mobile, GSM unlocked
Here the LG Google Nexus 4 E960 comes GSM unlocked, listed for T-Mobile, sold as factory refurbished: reconditioned to close-to-new working order, with TG testing and grading each unit. The listing calls it 4G, which on the Nexus 4 means HSPA+ data rather than LTE. Developers and exporters who want a stock-Android reference phone with a clean body are the buyers for this one.
The Nexus 4 was Google's late-2012 reference phone, built by LG as the E960: a 4.7-inch 1280 x 768 True HD IPS+ display under Gorilla Glass 2, a quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro, 2 GB of RAM, an 8 MP camera with Photo Sphere, wireless charging, and a glass back. It launched on Android 4.2 and received official updates through Android 5.1 Lollipop. Data is HSPA+ only; LTE was not enabled.
TG Wireless supplies the E960 to collectors of Nexus hardware, to developers and testers who want a clean stock-Android device, and to exporters serving markets where GSM and UMTS networks still run.
Key specifications
| Model | LG Google Nexus 4, E960 |
|---|---|
| Network status | T-Mobile, GSM unlocked |
| Year | 2012 |
| Operating system | Android 4.2 Jelly Bean as shipped, updatable to Android 5.1.1 Lollipop |
| Display | 4.7-inch True HD IPS+, 1280 x 768 pixels, Corning Gorilla Glass 2 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro, quad-core 1.5 GHz |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM, 8 GB or 16 GB internal, no card slot |
| Rear camera | 8 MP with Photo Sphere, 1080p video |
| Front camera | 1.3 MP |
| Battery | 2,100 mAh, non-removable, Qi wireless charging |
| Connectivity | GSM/UMTS with HSPA+ 42 data, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth, NFC, micro-USB with SlimPort |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Nexus 4 E960 is a GSM/UMTS phone; its '4G' in the listing name is HSPA+ data, LTE was never enabled by Google, and there is no VoLTE. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile ended 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so the E960 cannot register for calls or data on a US network today. It was sold unlocked and runs on any GSM carrier abroad; Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic outlets are export, developers, collectors, and Wi-Fi use.
Resale fit
- Export to GSM and UMTS markets where an unlocked stock-Android phone at a low ticket still activates.
- Developers, QA labs, and trainers who want a clean Nexus reference device for Wi-Fi testing.
- Collectors of Google Nexus hardware.
- Repair shops and parts dealers that need donor glass backs, screens, and batteries.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
