Motorola Nexus 6/Nexus X Unofficially Confirmed

As we edge closer to the release of the upcoming Nexus 6 (aka Nexus X), we’re starting to see more rumors about the device. Today, we’ll talk about some rumors from a reputable source that believes they can confirm what Google and Motorola are working on at this time.

Nexus 6 alleged specs

Yesterday, we talked about the Nexus 6 as a whole, but today we’re going to single out some of the latest bits of information that are going around. These latest rumors come to us from Android Police and they rank their confidence level at a 9 out of 10. Their sources have told them we will see the same aluminum frame around the Nexus 6 that we saw around the 2014 Moto X. Since it will be modeled after that device, they have also been told it will have a 13MP rear-facing camera and a 2MP front-facing camera. We should see the same size camera sensor on the Nexus 6 as we see on the 2014 Moto X and this means the same LED dual-flash ring around the sensor too.

Their source told them the 5.9-inch display will have a resolution of 2560 x 1440 (Quad HD) and this will put the pixels per inch right at 496. Inside the device, they’ve been told the battery capacity will be at least 3,200mAh and that it’s compatible with Motorola’s Turbo Charger for faster charging. We recently talked about the possibility of Android L being released as version 5.1, but Android Police believes it will be released as 5.0. We’ll have to wait and see what Google decides to go with when we see the device released (possibly less than two weeks away).

They didn’t deny the idea that Google will release a smaller variant of the Nexus 6, but they doubt this will happen. With all the leaks circulating right now, they feel it just seems implausible that Google has been able to keep one device a secret while the other one gets leaked multiple times. Either way, we’ll have to wait and see what Google has in store for us.

Google Nexus 6/Nexus X: Roundup of All Rumors So Far

Google Nexus 6/Nexus X: Roundup of All Rumors So Far

It has been quite the year for Google and the Nexus program. We’ve seen rumors about the conclusion of Nexus, to rumors about a 5.9-inch Nexus smartphone. Let’s take a look at what has been said to see if we can see what Google is going to release in the next month or two.

When we started seeing reports of the Android Silver program, some popular mobile leakers started saying that the Nexus program was coming to an end. At first it was assumed that Android Silver would replace the Nexus program, but then at Google I/O, we learned differently. We were told that the Nexus program is alive and well. This sparked up some more Nexus rumors since they had started to dry up around then. As rumors started to circulate, we saw one in particular talk about a 5.9-inch Nexus smartphone that would be manufactured by Motorola.

We had been hearing about a device with the codename, Shamu, and that specific report suggests it will be from Motorola. This actually falls in line with Google’s own naming scheme for the Nexus devices. They love to use names of aquatic-based creatures for the codename of their devices. This goes back all the way to a Samsung Nexus that used the codename Tuna, and Google seems to have stuck with it ever since.

It was around this time that a rumor leaked about the name of the upcoming Nexus smartphone. At this time it was assumed to be called the Nexus 6, at least that is what the Android community was calling it. That rumor, though, referred to it as the Nexus X and cited the trademark from the Blade Runner book/movie. While this is definitely possible, it’s also possible that it will be called the Nexus 5 again. We’ve seen Google use the same names for devices like the 2012 Nexus 7 and the 2013 Nexus 7. Motorola even used the same name for their Moto G and Moto X that was just announced this month.

Rumors specs of the upcoming Google Nexus 6

So here is where we get to the rumor specifications of the upcoming Nexus smartphone. Before, it was rumored that the next Nexus smartphone would have a 5.9-inch display, but new rumors pointed to a 5.2-inch display. These 5.2-inch display rumors started making more sense than a possible 5.9-inch Nexus. Either could be possible, but the 5.2-inch seems much more likely. It’s rumored that this Nexus device will have the Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 SoC and this makes sense because Google is known for using the latest SoC available.

There are a couple of benchmarks going around that suggest the Google Shamu smartphone will have a Quad HD display and that it will feature 3GB of RAM. This came from AnTuTu, but these things can be faked and there has been no real evidence to confirm or deny it yet. The source behind these benchmarks and spec leaks are sketchy at best. With dealing with leaks from TK Tech News, it’s best to not hold your breath.

As always, Google does a pretty good job of keeping things a secret until just before they are ready to be released. We didn’t see anything official about the Google Nexus 5 last year until a picture cropped up of a pallet of Nexus 5 devices in some warehouse. Even this was only weeks (or days) before the device was officially released. There have been rumors of the 2014 Nexus smartphone coming in both a 32GB and 64GB model with a cost of €419.99 to €499.99. But again, the source is sketchy and has been proven wrong again and again in the past.

Nexus 5 Successor to Feature Android L 5.0 Update

Nexus 5 Successor to Feature Android L 5.0 Update

Nexus 6/Nexus X is a very mysterious device right now, but it’s set to be the next iteration of Google’s flagship phone which has been sold to tens of millions worldwide. A French retailer, fnac, has recently showcased this device on their website (along with some info) before Google actually unveiled the device. The news comes as a surprise, because if we look at the situation right now, it’s possible that the tech magnate is set to release not one, but two Nexus devices this year, including the Nexus 8.

New Information Leaks Regarding the Nexus X’s OS and CPU

Fnac reports that Google’s new phone will come with Android L straight out of the box, packing a 5.2 inch display, a Snapdragon 805 CPU, and a 13MP rear camera. The Android OS it runs also comes under the name “Android 5.0 Lemon Meringue Pie”

The model listed on fnac is XT1100, a codename for a phone developed by Motorola, which suggests that the two tech companies are working together on this one. It’s a common thing these days for companies to work together to produce better working phones, and better software. This collaboration is particularly interesting because Motorola is currently developing some very interesting accessories and smartwatches, so we’re curious to see if they’ll join forces with Google in that regard.

Nexus X is said to come in two variations: a 32GB version and a 64GB version. No sign of a 16GB version, though. As for the price, it’s rather steep, but worthwhile. The Nexus X 32GB version was priced at €419.99 which translates to $419.99 off-contract in the United States, while the Nexus X 64GB version is priced at €449.99.

As a final word, TK Tech News reported that the fnac website is very prone to hacker attacks occurring, so as always, take this information with a pinch of salt.