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Google Nexus 5 Release Date to be Soon after LG Optimus G2 with Similar Features?

July 25, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

Nexus 4 is believed to be one of the best as well as the most acclaimed smartphone to have been released by the search giant Google. In spite of its affordable cost and great, stylish design, the device is coming off its age and finding it difficult to make a mark among the other biggies in the run. We have already seen Samsung and HTC refresh their smartphone lineup, while Apple is in the process of doing so. Nokia recently launched the Lumia 1020 while LG is all set to launch its flagship device, the G2 in just a few weeks. So when do we expect to come across the release date of new Nexus 5 device? Well the writing is perhaps on the wall if only we care to see it.

Carphone Warehouse doesn’t have the Nexus 4 on its lists anymore in their online store. The web page dedicated to the device doesn’t exist any longer. This could mean two things, firstly there might be some trouble on the retailer’s web page or secondly, Carphone Warehouse might have stopped selling the said device. As this phenomenon has been taking place for quite some time now, one can expect that the device won’t be coming back.

Another telltale sign could be the impending launch of the LG G2 itself. LG had manufactured the Nexus 4 and is one device that shares a lot of commonality with the LG Optimus G launched last year. That’s not all since both the smartphones were also launched at around the same time. Now while LG is in the process of coming up with the new gen LG G2 device (rumored release date of LG Optimus G2 on August 7), experts opine that the Nexus 5 couldn’t be far off either. More so since its LG again that is being associated with the manufacturing of the next Nexus smartphone.

Further, the next Nexus 5 could also be seen having a similar build as the G2. The LG G2 is built around the Snapdragon 800 chip and though this is the only aspect that has been confirmed, the other tech bits that are being associated with the new G2 include 2 GB to 3GB of RAM, a 5.2 inch full HD IPS display, 2,700 mAh battery along with a 13 mp primary camera with optical image stabilization.

One can only expect form the current turn of events that the Nexus 5 might be on its way soon. And if you wish to know what it would be like, the G2 can be the answer.

Google Nexus 5 Release Date, Manufacturer, Specs Discussed

July 21, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

Going by the yearly product refresh cycle that all device manufacturers have settled down into, a new Nexus 5 smartphone can well be considered being in the making and it’s release date is definitely around the corner. And if you need further proof of something cooking on this front, well there are some hints that we can fall back on. First off, the particular page dedicated to the Google smartphone has ceased to exist at UK based retailer Carphone Warehouse. That it has been so for the past few weeks which make one to believe there should be more to it than inadequate supply. Perhaps this could be early signs marking the arrival of the Nexus 5.

Another related development is the white version of the said device that has gone out of stock at the Google Play Store. Sure it was a limited edition model and hence there are extremely thin chances of it making a comeback again. Sure these two somewhat similar developments could be mere coincidences with no relation between the two but that hasn’t stopped the rumor mongers to believe there could be more to it than meets the eye.

However, the entire guessing game does not stop here as there are a lot more questions crying for an answer. So we are equally curious to know who is going to be tasked with the manufacturing of the new Nexus smartphone. LG had put together the last Nexus iteration and is also leading the race as the likely contender for the Nexus 5 as well. LG itself is rumored to be launching its next gen G2 device which many believe will be a game changer in the premium smartphone segment.

As for its purported specs, that the Nexus 5 will be right up there among the best is all too evident. What the next Nexus could be packing in include a Snapdragon 600 chip (and not Snapdragon as that is believed to be powering the next Nexus 10 tablet) mated to a 2 GB RAM along with 8 to 16 GB of storage. Just for comparison’s sake, the upcoming LG G2 is believed to come with the Snapdragon 800 chip. Upfront it will be a 5 inch 1080p display while providing the power will be a 3140 mAh battery. Also, Google is reported to have joined hands with Nikon for the camera that the Nexus 5 will come integrated with, and is believed to include a 16 mp sensor. And of course, it will be Android 5.0 Key Lime ie running the entire show.

New Nexus 5 Release Date Possible With Carphone Warehouse And Google Play Store Cleaning Catalog

July 6, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

Yes there is a possibility of Google nexus 5 release date soon. Although, both the Google Edition version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 as well as the HTC One can be considered more than enough to keep the Android fan base satisfied, there are two clues that also can’t be ignored, particularly when they seem to be hinting at a new version of the Nexus smartphone.

The latest news about the arrival of Nexus 5 to be round the corner has originated at Android Police, which claims that famous phone retailer Carphone Warehouse has suspended the sale of the LG Nexus 4. Though Google search can retrieve the page, clicking it redirects the users to a ‘page not found’ thing. One can even debate over the issue stating that Carphone Warehouse is cleaning up their catalog or has stopped the selling of Nexus 4 that has ceased to be profitable any more in the face of its more illustrious competitors.

In the meantime, there has been a second hint that has appeared this week and might have gone unnoticed while U.S. seemed busy celebrating 4th of July.

Google’s own Play Store too has fallen short of white colored Nexus 4 units. The device falls in the category of limited edition handsets and the store also confirmed that the device is not making a come back. So there you are, two separate stores going out of stock of Nexus 4 units can well be considered as a clear hint of Google’s plan of launching the Nexus 5 soon. From the news gathered from sources, Google is also going to hold at an event on 11th July along with Motorola Mobility, though it is safer to say that the event is exclusively for the launch of Moto X Phone. But then who knows, Google might surprise us all by announcing the Nexus 5 as well.

Google Nexus 5 – Is LG manufacturing the Next Nexus 5?

June 3, 2013 By Micheal Baptiste Leave a Comment

While earlier reports say that LG is not working on the Nexus 5, the most recent report from Korean site Daum.net claims that LG is currently testing a Nexus 5 prototype, and has already shown it to Google’s Larry Page.

According to reports, LG’s Kim Won, in an interview to Dutch All About Phones, had said that the company is not working on a new Nexus 5. Other reports say that the statement could have been wrongly interpreted or translated. The Daum.net report points to LG as the manufacturer of the new Nexus 5, but does not mention anything about the launch date, pricing, or the Android version it will run on.

LG had done a perfect job with Nexus 4, which runs on the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean vanilla version. As Google’s premier smartphone, Nexus 4 generated considerable revenue for Google and also brought LG to the forefront. Apart from its features, Google’s willingness to offer the device at a reasonable price tag contributed to its success.

Current rumors suggest only an upgrade to the existing Nexus 4, such as increasing internal memory and adding 4G LTE capability. By far, customers have complained about the lack of 4G LTE support and microSD slot for expandable memory. LG recently announced a white version of the Nexus 4. If an upgraded Nexus 4 is arriving this year, Nexus 5 will probably hit the market next year. Nevertheless, it is hard to make predictions as neither Google nor LG have uttered anything about the new Nexus 5.

Google recently unveiled Nexus editions of two successful Android phones – Samsung S4 and HTC One. But, Nexus 5 implicates far better prospects, given the success of its predecessor, which sold about 3 million units since its launch a few months ago. Will the Nexus 5 feature the next Android iteration Key Lime Pie?

Google Nexus 5: The Way Things Might Shape Up Here

May 31, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

That a new Nexus smartphone, the 5^th in the series is in the making is common knowledge now. Nexus 4 was launched in November 2012 and had met with instant success. Higher than expected demand coupled with some production issues had ensured the smartphone remained more on people’s wish list rather than their pockets. That’s how things remained till February post which, the smartphone has been readily available.

However, with that being the present scenario, we also are approaching the end of the yearly refreshment cycle for the Nexus and its 5^th iteration is expected around the year end. Also, with that being several months away, it provides the perfect setting for rumors and speculations to have precedence.

Towards that, what has come to the fore is that the new Nexus might not even be referred to as Nexus 5. If you need to be convinced, consider the way the device have been named so far, Nexus One, Nexus S, Galaxy Nexus and the Nexus 4 doe the successive Nexus devices so far. Expect anything but Nexus 5 for the 5^th version.

Apart from the naming scheme, each Nexus variant has sported a design that has been quite different from the predecessor. Apart from a new design, that it would also be lighter and slimmer is also almost a surety, considering that’s what manufacturers aim to achieve with their future devices. A better display might also be on the anvil, more so if a higher resolution display for the Nexus 7 2 are indeed true. These apart, a better camera and quad core chips (that’s the current trend) powering the devices is also almost a surety, given that’s another way manufacturers attempt to better their present line up.

Other aspect of the Nexus 5 that’s worth knowing is that the device shouldn’t be expected before the holidays. No surprises here considering the last two Nexus smartphones arrived during November and December. As for the choice of manufacturer, while LG still stands a chance for being the preferred manufacturers though who known, Google too has a surprise here as well.

Google Nexus 5 to Come with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean?

May 28, 2013 By Brandi McCants Leave a Comment

A set of pictures and a video from the Thailand Mobile Expo have revealed the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on a Nexus 4 device. Said to have appeared on the Galaxy Nexus Facebook page, the photos and video pertain to the Nexus 4 device at the TG Fone Shop booth at the expo. XDA-Developers have displayed the snapshots that seem to provide solid proof of the iteration.

The build date is May 14^th, the day before Google’s I/O conference which did not feature Android 4.3 despite high expectation that it would. Google issued a press release after the event hinting the appearance of a new Android version with support for Bluetooth Smart. Recent rumors point to a June 10^th release of Android 4.3, coinciding with the WWDC event, where Apple’s iOS 7 is likely to be released.

The “About Phone” screen shown in one of the photos confirms that the software is Android 4.3 and the Easter egg menu indicates that it is Jelly Bean and not Key Lime Pie. The build number – JWR45B – and baseband string info show that the build has not been used before. Among the notable features, the new Android iteration has a new Camera app boasting new camera control features.

Despite predictions that the I/O event will feature the next Android version and the next Nexus phone, Google chose to unveil a Nexus Edition of the Samsung Galaxy S4. Now, rumors that Google will reveal both on June 10^th have sparked off.

Many are expecting the next Nexus phone to be an upgrade to the LG-made Nexus 4. Sources have also revealed that Motorola is also building a nexus device. Google seems to be working on a new Nexus tablet PC while upgrading its current Nexus 7. However, they are all guesses and more solid info has yet to come.

iPhone 5S, Galaxy S4, Galaxy Mega, Galaxy Note 3, Motorola X, etc Smartphones in the offing for 2013

May 19, 2013 By Brandi McCants 2 Comments

The year 2013 has kicked off a golden period for the smartphone industry. The first quarter of the year witnessed the release of some impressive devices, such as Sony Xperia Z, Samsung Galaxy S3, HTC One, BlackBerry Z10 and iPhone 5. Well, the rest of the year has another line of impressive devices, including new arrivals and successors of best-sellers. Some of the much-talked-of devices are discussed below.

Apple iPhone 5S

The iPhone 5S is expected to feature the same 4-inch display as its predecessor, but its enhanced camera capability, processor and fingerprint sensor will make it stand out. The next iteration is likely to retain much of the design features of iPhone 5, such as the 4-inch display, aluminum back and 4G LTE capability.

Samsung Galaxy S4

The Galaxy S4 shows off a 4.99-inch Super AMOLED display featuring a resolution of 1920 x1080 and an amazing pixel density of 441 ppi. Running on the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean platform, S4 flaunts a 13 MP rear camera and a 2.1 MP front camera. Galaxy S4 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 along with Krait 300 Cores and Power VR SGX 544 MP3 GPU. The high-end device features 2GB RAM and will be available in 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB versions with expandable memory via a microSD card.

Samsung Galaxy Mega

The Samsung Galaxy Mega range, poised to launch this year, includes the Mega 5.8 and Mega 6.3. The former will be part of the dual-sim range with a 5.8-inch qHD display having a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels. Powered by a 1.4 GHz processor and 1.5 GB RAM, Mega 5.8 features an 8 MP rear camera, 2 MP front camera and 2,600 mAh battery. Mega 6.3 features a 6.3-inch PLS screen, with the same camera and RAM specifications as Mega 5.8. It is powered by a 1.7 GHz dual core processor and has an impressive 3,200 mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3

With Samsung Galaxy Note 2 still retaining its peak demand for its Android OS, huge HD display and S Pen stylus, the Korean company is poised to release the Galaxy Note 3 around September. The new device is expected to feature a 5.99-inch 1080p Full HD screen, 13 MP camera and Samsung’s Exynos 5 Octa eight-core processor. Some fans are looking forward to a flexible unbreakable display as well.

HTC First (FB Phone)

HTC First, HTC’s Facebook phone, will come with new home screen – the Facebook Home – and a dedicated user interface. While the FB integration is its most-touted feature, other specifications seem to be standard. The phone features a 4.3-innch 1280 x 720 HD display, a 5 MP rear camera, a 1.6 MP front camera, 1 GB RAM, and 2,000 mAh battery. It is powered by a 1.4 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 dual core processor and Adreno 305 GPU.

Motorola X

Set to debut via Google’s sister concern Motorola, the X phone will flaunt a 4.7-inch Full HD display, 16 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera. Powered by a 2.3 GHz Nvidia 4i multi-core processor, the Motorola X will feature an Eye Scroll feature resembling Galaxy S4. There are strong expectations that the new device will run on Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie, the next iteration of Android OS. There are talks that Motorola X will come in more than 20 colors under the codename Ghost and will launch across all major U.S carriers. It might even replace Motorola’s Droid range.

BlackBerry Q10

Following the release of the all-touch BlackBerry Z10, RIM is set to release the BlackBerry Q10 featuring the classic QWERTY keypad. Sturdy and durable, the phone is powered by a dual core 1.5 GHz processor and 2 GB RAM. Highlights include the BlackBerry Balance, BBM, Remember, Hub and Peek facilitated by the BB10 platform.

Google Nexus 5

Google Nexus 5, the successor of LG Nexus 4, will feature a 5.2-inch full HD display, Nikon camera, and a 2.3 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor. The announcement of Nexus 5 is expected at Google I/O when the Internet giant will unveil the Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie. The OS is likely to be Android 4.3 Jelly Bean or Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie.

Nokia Lumia Catwalk

Nokia Lumia Catwalk will succeed Lumia 920, one of the best phones running on Windows Phone 8 OS. It is expected to feature a 4.5-inch HD display, 8.7 MP rear camera, 1.5 GHz Snapdragon S4 dual-core processor, 1 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage.

HTC Butterfly 2

HTC Butterfly 2, the successor of HTC Butterfly, is expected to feature a larger 1080p screen, an Ultrapixel camera, Sense 5, and a metal design. It may debut as the Droid DNA 2.

LG Optimus G2

Optimus G2, the successor of LG optimus G, features a 5.5-inch 1080p display, Qualcomm 800 processor and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. It may not have any physical buttons.

Microsoft Surface

Building on the Surface tablet range, Microsoft’s Surface phone is currently in the test phase. It is expected to feature a 4.7 to 5-inch display and the Windows Phone 8 platform.

Google Nexus 5 Not Likely to be Released at Google I/O 2013 but Nexus 7 2 with Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie Rumors are Hot

May 13, 2013 By Mary Duncan 1 Comment

There have been many rumors doing rounds regarding Google I/O. There has been a lot of speculation regarding what is going to be launched at the event. Among some of the most talked about releases are for the Nexus 7 2, Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie, Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and the Nexus 4. Even though we haven’t received a confirmation on the release of the first three, the Nexus 4 seems very likely to make an appearance at the event.

Just days away, the rumors around this event have swirled. There were whispers regarding the release of Android 4.3 Jelly Bean instead of Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie. Also, the release of the Nexus 7 2 with multiple updates and the Nexus 4 LTE, were much talked about as well.

Some less credible rumors were regarding the Nexus 5 being revealed at Google I/O. But given the current circumstances as well as the fact that Google tends to release their products during the holidays, we are more likely to see an updated Nexus 4 instead of the Nexus 5.

Even though we haven’t heard much regarding the Nexus 4, the little we have heard suggests it will have a minimum of 32 GB of storage along with LTE capabilities. You might find this a little odd, but remember, Google only announced the Nexus 7 3G months after the Wi-Fi model arrived. Don’t rule out the possibility of Google having an ace up their sleeve.

Shipping times for the Nexus 4 are pretty good with Google being able to deliver new models within a couple of days. This means that even if there’s something coming in for Google I/O, we won’t get a chance to know until the actual event.

Guess we’ll just have to wait and watch what Google has planned for us at the event.

Google Nexus 5 or Android Key Lime 5.0 to Feature weather-assisted Camera app

April 10, 2013 By Micheal Baptiste Leave a Comment

Have you ever thought of having a smartphone that traces your location and chooses the best possible settings based on the conditions that are prevalent around you? Hope no, But this thing could become true in the near future. Rumors has it that, Google is working on an app that would make use of the device’s GPS and analyse the local weather to automatically adjust the light intensity level, brightness, white balance and other settings to help you get the perfect shot every time.

This app could come loaded with the Google’s next smartphone, Google Nexus 5 or be a part of the next version of the Google Android operating system, Key Lime pie. The rumor has its roots from the patent filed by Google, where it states that a system would make use of the on-board GPS and the weather conditions downloaded from the internet, to make suitable changes to the various sensors available on the camera.

This new system will be of great help for the amateur photographers. A clear example for this app, Just think that you are on the foot of the Mount Everest. Now, your smartphone’s GPS traces your location and gets the weather report from the net. This way, it could help you get perfect photographs, even if there is a snowfall or scorching sun.

The question that would have strike your mind by now is that will there be any time-delay during the initialization of these settings. However we are unclear of the answer to the question. But lets keep our fingers crossed and wait for the Google I/O conference which is to happen next month, where the official announcement for both Google Nexus 5 and Key Lime Pie is expected. By now, the competitors would have started to work on a new camera tech.

Google Nexus 5 Release Date To Compete With Galaxy S4, HTC One (M7)

March 20, 2013 By Daniel Giordano 3 Comments

All equipped with a powerful camera backed with the brand name of Nikon, Google is all set to introduce a smartphone in succession to the LG Nexus 4. Yes we might seen witness the release date of Google Nexus 5 powered by LG. Officials from Google have given hints to the media that the company is now focused on improving the imaging of the Android smartphone that it is planning to release soon.

1080p mobile devices are already taking over the smartphone market. This is why the companies manufacturing smartphones are focusing on making their products relevant to the future. Nokia and HTC are already making strong endeavours in this aspect by introducing camera sensors with Ultrapixel from HTC and PureView technologies from Nokia. This step is aimed at winning the hearts of the camera enthusiasts due to which they are focusing on pixel size and density.

The Ultrapixel technology from HTC was earlier said to use triple imaging sensors which capture the images in different colors in an independent manner and of the same resolution. Then it merges them into a single image that is very good in clarity and is almost interpolation free. On the other hand Google is partnering with Nikon and introducing triple sensor array in its future hardware including the LG Nexus 4.

Recently, the Samsung Galaxy S4 has also been introduced and soon it will be released in the market. But it is for sure that Google has decided to compete directly with Samsung’s flagship phone Galaxy S4 in terms of specification.

Not much information is available about this smartphone except that will not be related to the X-phone from Motorola and at the same time it will have a Snapdragon 600 ticker along with 2GB of RAM. The display is a full high definition measuring 5 inches. The panel type of the display is not yet known and this phone will have either 8 or 16 GB of storage.

The most interesting feature of the Nexus 5 is that it will have a 3140 nAh battery, which is quite good because the displays on smartphones are becoming larger requiring more power. All the great features of a smartphone become useless if the battery lasts for only 4 – 6 hours of screen time.