Google LG Nexus 5: Top 5 Ultimate Features - Android KitKat, Nikon's Camera and G2 Design
Google Nexus 5 is greatly anticipated by Android fans and now it is rumoured to bring the next-generation Android 4.4 KitKat version expected to launch in October 2013. Know the top 5 ultimate killer feature of greatest Nexus phone coming really soon.
1. Android 4.4 KitKat Version
Google probably have chosen the Nexus 5 as the flag bearer of the next-generation Android 4.4 KitKat. Android 4.4 KitKat hints "no joke" improvements of the Android ecosystem, optimisation and wide support to various technologies, and Nexus 5 will get exclusively.
- Edge-to-edge display
- All-new user interface
- Wide availability of Nexus devices
- Enhanced global network coverage and compatibility
- Memory optimisation
- Improved battery standby
- More native sensors supported
- Greater CPU core support
- Better screen orientation response
- Android-based cloud storage
- Additional compatible accessories
2. New Camera Technology
Google and Nikon are rumoured to be working together on featuring Nikon's speciality to the next-generation Nexus smartphone. Both companies have worked closely for the Nikon Coolpix S800C smart camera which runs Android operating system that allows access to the Google Play Store.
Google also acquired the makers of the Snapseed app, Nik software in 2012, which Nikon invested on as well. Google is levelling up to compete with Nokia's PureView technology, HTC's ultrapixel, iPhone's amazing camera and Sony's Cybershot, by using Nikon's power.
3. LG to Make Nexus 5
Google experienced glory with the success of Nexus 4 and its co-maker LG. The Korean tech company will not ignore if chosen by Google and it is possible that both companies are currently working behind the curtains on making Nexus 5.
When the statue of Android 4.4 KitKat was erected at the Google HQ, rumours of the LG mark and an image of a Nexus phone were exposed. AndroidAdvices caught a good resolution of an image showing two people holding a Nexus smartphone which seems to have the LG marking at the back. The uploading video from Google was instantly removed on the official Web site after leaking the alleged Nexus 5.
4. Very Thin Body and Small Display Bezel
Nexus 5 with small bezel around its display is not impossible to happen with or without images leaking around but seeing them is exciting. Google is making the Galaxy S4 and iPhone 5S as its direct rival for the Nexus 5 in terms of screen display and hardware components.
Some details leaked out from its premature appearance such as 5-inches of screen display, narrow and greatly reduced bezel, LG branding, Android 4.4 KitKat OS, FCC certification and a model number LG D820.
Rumoured Technical Specifications:
- Android 4.4 KitKat OS
- 5-inches of screen display with full HD resolution
- OLED screen technology
- 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor
- 3GB of RAM
- 16, 32, 64GB of internal storage
- 16MP rear-shooting Nikon camera with 4K resolution
- OIS and BSI 2.0 capabilities
- Front speakers
- LTE technology
- Gesture controls
5. Release Date and Price Range
October 31, 2013 is the date marked for Nexus 5 according to rumours piling online. Google is soon to celebrate Android's birthday in November 5 and the possible gift for Android fans is the "same day launching of Android 4.4 running Nexus 5 with live demonstration."
Considering the prices of Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 2013, it is also expected that the upcoming Nexus phone will not be super expensive unlike with Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One and iPhone 5S.
Excited buyers may also see some specifications and design found from LG G2 on Nexus 5 as what LG did on the last year flagship Nexus smartphone.