Nexus 5X vs Nexus 5 – quick look
Months of rumors preceded today’s unveiling of the Nexus 5X. The phone is all that we expected it to be and more, with a price point and specs that will make it one of the sweetest deals around. So was the Nexus 5 during its times of glory, though. How does the current Nexus 5X compare to its direct predecessor? We put them next to each other in a quick comparison while at Google’s event, so let’s jump into the details and see what’s better in the new Nexus 5-incher!
Design & build quality
Looking around the Nexus 5X we can see that it has some similarities to the previous LG Nexus 5, but these phones are definitely not to be confused. LG has evolved, Google has evolved and the industry has evolved. This evolution is something you can really see reflected when comparing these handsets.
Both devices feature that affordable, utilitarian design with a plastic body, but they definitely don’t feel cheap. They are also about the same weight, with the Nexus 5X weighing 136 grams and the Nexus 5 being 130 grams heavy. The newer Nexus is slightly thinner at 7.9 mm, too.
Now let’s jump into the differences, which there’s plenty of. The most obvious aesthetic changes will be the protruding camera and fingerprint scanner, which adorn the back of the Nexus 5X. Look at the bottom of the phone and you’ll see the new Nexus 5X will also sport a brand new USB Type C port, which is the next step in connectivity and supports more than just data transfers and charging but also is fully reversible. The addition of dual front-facing speakers will also offer a significant difference in the front’s look.
Think of the Nexus 5X and Nexus 5 as devices made with the same audience and purpose in mind, but coming from different ages.
Display
Though the Nexus 5X screen is larger, it doesn’t beat the smaller one by much. The newer Nexus handset sports a 5.2-inch 1080p LCD display. On the other hand, the previous Nexus 5 featured a 4.95-inch 1080p panel. Both have Gorilla Glass 3 protecting them. While the original Nexus 5 will actually offer slightly higher PPI due to the smaller display, the real world difference between the two should be pretty minor.
Hardware
Now, this is where you will find the true changes between the handsets being compared today. The Nexus 5X has a powerful Snapdragon 808 hexa-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz, 2 GB of RAM and 16-32 GB of internal storage and a 2700 mAh battery with no wireless charging.
Meanwhile, the Nexus 5 has a more outdated Snapdragon 800 chipset running 4 cores at 2.3 GHz, 2 GB of RAM, 16-32 GB of internal storage and a 2300 mAh battery with wireless charging. Of course, the obvious caveat about the newer Nexus phone is the lack of wireless charging, which is a shame to see in a Nexus phone this day and age.
Also important is the Nexus 5X addition of USB-C (already mentioned above) and Nexus Imprint, which allows all security processes to be performed with the aid of that fingerprint reader.
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While the Nexus 5 is still capable of providing a decent Android experience, the Nexus 5X is obviously a major step forward, even if the decision to keep just 2GB of RAM may prove to be a turn off for some.
Camera
I still remember the Nexus 5 announcement. Google was going on and on about how darn fast the camera was, but that was probably about the only good thing the Nexus 5’s shooter had going for it. It turns out the 8 MP camera wasn’t very good at taking clear shots, and the 1.3 MP front-facing camera was only average.
Google aims to fix this issue with the Nexus 5X, or at least make the situation better. The new 12.3 MP camera comes with 1.55 micron pixels, which should allow for more light to enter the sensor. In addition, the f/2.0 aperture can help push shutter speeds higher and the laser-assisted auto-focus will definitely improve your focusing times.
The Nexus 5X does lack OIS, but the other technology should justify that. What it isn’t missing is 4K video shooting and a dual-flash set-up for those dark party shots. The front camera has also been upgraded to a 5 MP sensor with an f/2.2 aperture. It’s too early to say how much better the camera experience is, or how it compares to other 2015 devices, but at the very least we can expect a push forward compared to the aging camera of the original Nexus 5.
Software
For Android enthusiasts, Nexus devices are the kings of software. These phones get updates directly from Google, and usually before other smartphones out there. The thing here is that older Nexus devices start getting pushed aside as successors come into the game. Chances are high that the Nexus 5 will lose support soon, as it is pretty old and now has a direct replacement.
And even if the older Nexus 5 sticks around for longer, the Nexus 5X will always get preference. For now we can say both phones will run Android 6.0 Marshmallow, which means they can take advantage of new features like Android Pay, Google Now on Tap, the new permissions system, improved battery management, revamped sharing functionality, simplified volume controls and more.
That means the software experience with both will be quite similar, but it won’t be long before the Nexus 5 is left in the dark in terms of new OS updates, while the Nexus 5X is just getting started.
Price and conclusion
The Nexus 5X is priced at $379 for the 16 GB, compared to $349 for the Nexus 5 16 GB when it launched. Though the Nexus 5X is slightly pricier than the Nexus 5 was in its time, this can be justified by multiple things. The newer phone adopts new technology that wasn’t even around back when the Nexus 5 was launched. This obviously means manufacturing prices will rise. Not to mention, the Nexus 5X is definitely a better phone!
For those that enjoyed the Nexus 5 and were turned off by the larger display on the Nexus 6, the Nexus 5X is certainly a great option. Of course, those who want the absolute best experience might find that the Nexus 6P is more to their liking.
Android Marshmallow launches next week
Google is currently holding an event in San Francisco and the company has just announced that the new Android Marshmallow update is set to roll out to existing Nexus devices next week. Like previous years, the company’s own devices are the first to get the update and Google has confirmed that these devices will be getting the new Android 6.0 update next week:
At the moment, the company hasn’t confirmed whether both versions of the Nexus 7 will get the latest update or whether it will only be the Nexus 7 2013 but of course, we’ll let you know as soon as we find out. Unfortunately, it looks like the LG Nexus 4 and HTC-made Nexus 10 have reached their end-of-life status with Google not mentioning that these devices will be getting the Android Marshmallow update.
What does Google’s latest update bring? The list of new feature is extensive but the key features include Android Pay, Google Now on Tap, a new simplified permissions system, better battery management, improved sharing functionality and simplified volume controls.
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Google has also added a new doze feature to increase standby time when you’re not using the phone, automatic backup and restore of app data and settings to Google Drive, a new RAM manager and a new vertical app drawer that also displays your four more recently used apps at the top. Lastly, Google has also listened to feedback and Android Marshmallow now brings support for a horizontal home screen, which has been missing until now.
Do you have a Nexus device and if so, which one? Are you looking forward to the update? Let us know your views in the comments below and check out our Diving Into M series for a closer look at some of the features in the Android Marshmallow OS.
Leaks no more! Google officially unveils the LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P
After leaks and rumors and rumors and leaks, Google has finally, OFFICIALLY, introduced the new line of Nexus devices. In a new move for the tech giant, we are now seeing two new Nexus phones announced at the same time. Previously, Google only announced one Nexus phone per year, but with the LG Nexus 5X and the Huawei Nexus 6P, they have changed things up a bit.
LG Nexus 5X
The LG Nexus 5X has been rumored since the beginning of the year, and as the leaks kept rolling, the anticipation continued to grow. Much of the anticipation was due to the love that Nexus users had for the original LG Nexus 5 which was released in 2013.
The Nexus 5X will be running Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box, making it one of the first two devices that will see the latest version of Android. With a 5.2-inch, 1080p display, the Nexus 5X is keeping a smaller form-factor for those who don’t want a gargantuan like the Nexus 6P or its predecessor, the Nexus 6.
As for the camera, Google and LG have added new camera sensors into the Nexus 5X. To take some awesome selfies, there is a 5MP front-facing camera with an aperture of f/2.2, allowing for more light to shine through and light up those faces. The rear-facing camera has been updated to a 12MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture, laser-assisted auto-focus, and the ability to shoot videos in 4K.
Under the hood we will find a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 2.0GHz Hexa-Core processor with 2GB of RAM. You will also find an Adreno 418 GPU powering the graphics for the Nexus 5X. In terms of storage, the Nexus 5X will have two options, a 16GB variant, and a 32GB variant, with no-inclusion of a Micro-SD card slot.
Now for some of the fun additions to the Nexus 5X, compared to the Nexus 5 and Nexus 6. The Nexus 5X will feature fingerprint scanner, which lines up perfectly with the release of Android Pay and the current push to have mobile payments become the norm. The Nexus 5X will also feature USB Type-C with Quick-Charging capabilities, which hopefully, will make up for the lack of wireless charging that has been found in every Nexus since the Nexus 4.
The Nexus 5X will come in three color variants; Charcoal Black, Quartz White, and Ice Blue. Preorders for the 5X start today, and will start at $379.99 with the device shipping in October. Additionally, if you preorder the Neuxs 5X, your device will come iwth a $50 Google Play credit.
Google Store: LG Nexus 5X
Huawei Nexus 6P
Huawei has been making quite the impression over the last year or so with devices like the Huawei Watch, and the Mate S which features Force Touch technology. It’s not known why Google chose Huawei to make the Nexus 6P, but we can only speculate that it’s due to how beautifully designed the other products from Huawei are.
It wasn’t long after rumors of the Nexus 5X started to crop up before we started seeing information leaked about the Nexus 6P. Now that the device has been officially unveiled, we have all the pertinent information that you will need before making the decision to pull the trigger.
Sporting a 5.7-inch 2K QHD AMOLED display, with Corning Gorilla Glass and a 518ppi, the Nexus 6P’s display promises to be absolutely stunning. Hidden beneath the display is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 v2.1 processor powered by 3GB of RAM, and an Adreno 430 GPU.
For the camera, the same 12.3MP rear-facing camera that is found in the LG Nexus 5X, will be found in the Huawei Nexus 6P. The front-facing camera is actually a bit better than that found in the 5X, clocking in at 8MP. This will make the Nexus 6P a selfie-machine, if that’s the sort of thing that floats your boat.
The Nexus 6P is also coming in with a 3450mAh battery which, coupled with Doze power management, should allow this device to last all day, if not longer. Battery life on Android has been a hot-topic of debate when you consider the issues that are still being had with Android Lollipop, so it’s nice to see Google listening, and implementing a larger battery in their top-of-the-line Nexus device.
The Huawei Nexus 6P will be available in three different storage capacities; 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB, making the Nexus 6P the first Nexus device with 128GB of storage available. For those who were hoping the rumors were true, you will be disappointed as neither Nexus features support for a Micro-SD card, even though Google has integrated MicroSD card compatibility throughout Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
Also like the LG Nexus 5X, the Huawei Nexus 6P will feature USB Type-C, with Quick Charge capabilities. Just a reminder, those awesome wireless charging stands that you currently have, will now be useless with these new Nexus devices as Google has ditched Wireless Charging support. We can assume that this was because Quick Charging seems to be moving in the right direction, quickly, and definitely has more benefits than having your device slowly charge wirelessly.
Finally, the Nexus 6P will include a fingerprint scanner on the back of the phone, similar to the one that can be found on the Nexus 5X. We won’t know exactly how well these will perform compared to the Galaxy Note5, OnePlus 2, or iPhone, but it’s definitely a welcome sight to see in today’s day and age.
You will be able to get your hands on the Nexus 6P in October, and the device will come in three different color variants; Aluminum, Frost, and Graphite. With pricing starting at $499, you’ll be able to pick the capacity and color you want, and get the greatest Nexus device to date.
Google Store: Huawei Nexus 6P
Software
Both of these devices will the first to be shipped with Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Unveiled at Google I/O 2015, there are a slew of new features that will be coming with these devices, including built-in support for fingerprint scanners. This means that it will only be a matter of time before we see applications (i.e PayPal) updated with support for fingerprint authentication instead of entering a password or pin.
Additionally, Google is hoping that their Doze features will increase battery life by at least 30% for those older Nexus devices, and announced which devices will be seeing an update to Android Marshmallow.
Official support for the Nexus 5 is a bit surprising, but maybe Android 6.0 will be optimized enough to run well on the 2-year old device. Google announced that the update will begin rolling out to these devices in the coming weeks, so if you haven’t been running the Developer Preview, you’ll be able to get your fingertips on Android Marshmallow in no time.
In addition to improved battery management and support for the fingerprint scanners within the OS itself, Google is rolling out Now on Tap, which will come in extremely handy once everyone can get a hold of it.
Although these two devices stole the show, there was a whole lot more information shared with the world at today’s event. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for information regarding the other announcements from today’s event. In the mean time, let us know what you device you think you’ll be picking up that was announced today.
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Android Marshmallow update for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 6 should arrive Oct 5th
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Google is holding an event on September 29th, and while most of the attention will be on the new Nexus smartphones, the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P, owners of the older Nexus devices are mostly just interested in when they’ll be getting the next version of Android, Android Marshmallow. Thanks to Canadian mobile provider, Telus, we might have a tentative date for the Android Marshmallow update for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 6 – October 5th. The information was available for all to see on the Telus forum earlier today, but has since been taken down – naturally, we have a screenshot of the information in case you don’t believe us:
If that’s the timing of a carrier-based update to Android Marshmallow, the update to unlocked devices should be even faster – whether it will be available as soon as Google says the word on September 29th seems doubtful, but it does seem like it will only be a matter of days. It’s also important to keep in mind that carrier updates take a few weeks even if they start quite early, so don’t get your hopes up too high just yet.
What do you think about the timetable for the Android Marshmallow update for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 6? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Telus via Android Police
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Android 6.0 Marshmallow set to roll out October 5, according to Telus
According to Canadian mobile service provider Telus, Google is planning to roll out Android 6.0 Marshmallow to both the Nexus 5 and Nexus 6 beginning Monday, October 5th. We already know that Google is holding an event on Tuesday, September 29th, where the company will most likely announce its two new Nexus devices, the LG-made Nexus 5X and Huawei-made Nexus 6P. This is when we’ll get more availability details regarding the next version of Android as well.
As you can see from the attached screenshot below, Telus’ software update information appears to be three months old. However, MobileSyrup says this information has been just recently updated, but we might still want to take this information with a grain of salt.
Even though this rumored roll out date is tentative, the date still fits in perfectly with how Google normally handles software updates with Nexus devices. Do note, however, that October 5th is when the update will likely begin rolling out to devices, so it may be a little while longer than that before all Nexus devices get the update.
Be sure to stay tuned to Android Authority for more information regarding Android 6.0 Marshmallow, new Nexus devices and more.
Rumor: Google to offer extended warranties for Nexus devices?
Insurance for your phones can be a challenge. Carriers offer insurance, but at at around $10 a month, plus a deductible when you make a claim, it can be almost the same price as buying a new phone. You can buy a cheaper option from a company like SquareTrade or if you’re an Apple device owner you can get AppleCare+ from Apple themselves.
Now it looks like Google is getting into the warranty game too.
Our friends over at AndroidPolice have discovered references to “Nexus Protect” in the page source on Google’s device pages. The exact toast message shows up as this:
“You can’t add this phone unless it has the same Nexus Protect choice as other phones in your cart. You can update your choice or purchase this phone in your next order.“
The assumption we’re going to make is that Nexus Protect is an AppleCare type product. Currently AppleCare+ for iPhone 6 and earlier models offers you two years of hardware coverage, support and up to two “incidents” claims (with a $79 deductible).
We have no concrete evidence of what Nexus Protect will offer, but we hope it’s in the same range as Apple’s services where you can swap out a broken phone for a nominal fee. HTC recently released Uh Oh protection where they’ll swap out your HTC One M9 in the first year no questions asked, so it looks like this is a growing trend.
We expect to see two new Nexus devices in the coming months so it seems like that would be a logical time to launch such a program.
Source: AndroidPolice
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LG Nexus 5 shows up on leaked internal slides
Google is announcing two new Nexus devices this year, one manufactured by Huawei and the other by LG. The new LG Nexus 5 has been leaked multiple times but nothing concrete as surfaced as of yet.
What appears to be an internal slide dubbed ‘Project N3’ shows the next Nexus 5 made by LG in its full final form. The image hows the front and back of the device and once again we see the fingerprint sensor that seems certain to be part of the final build now given how much it has been leaked.
As well as confirming the physical appearance of the LG Nexus 5, the internal slide leak also comes with some specs that confirm the 5.2-inch full HD (1080p) display, which will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor. The leak does state, however, that the device will only have 2GB of RAM, which is contrary to the 3GB we have been hearing, all supported by a 2,700mAh battery.
Thoughts?
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Google releases factory images for new Nexus 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9 update
Yesterday, T-Mobile announced a series of OTA’s for the Nexus 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9. The sole purpose of these updates are to fix a number of security and bug-related issues that were unearthed in the Android operating system. Now, Google has released the factory images for the upgrades, which are available to download and install directly from the search engine giant’s Developer Platform.
It’s important to bear in mind that these factory images aren’t your standard JPG or PNG. They are in fact images, which allow you to directly update and wipe your device – effectively installing the operating system from scratch. The images are also particularly useful if you have previously tinkered around with the ROM on your device and need an easy route back to the stock version of Android.
If you want to get your hands on the upgrade, hit the source link below, then locate the firmware version entitled LMY48M.
Source: Developer Platform
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Google posts LMY48M factory images for current Nexus devices
Just yesterday, T-Mobile announced a number of over-the-air updates for various Nexus devices, containing “Android security enhancements” and “minor bug fixes” for each device. Now some time has passed, and Google has finally published the official factory images for these latest security patches. Last August, Google told us we’d receive monthly security-focused updates for current Nexus devices, which was announced in the wake of the Stagefright exploit.
For the most part, all of the new factory images come with version number LMY48M, except for Nexus 6 owners on T-Mobile who will want to download version LYZ28J. If you happen to have a Nexus 6 on Project Fi, you’ll want to download version LVY48E.
See also: Google reveals details about monthly security updates in new Android Security Google Group
New factory images are up for the Nexus 4, 5, 6, 7 [2013] (Wi-Fi), Nexus 9 (Wi-Fi and LTE models) and Nexus 10. If you’d like to flash these updates for yourself, head to the link below to grab the latest versions.
LMY48M update heading out to Nexus devices
T-Mobile has just released a selection of updates for its Nexus 4, Nexus 5, 6, 7 and 9. The builds come with the LMY48M label for the most part, although the Nexus 6’s latest update is a LYZ28K build and the Nexus 7 has version LMY48P.
T-Mobile’s changelogs are rather brief. They simply state “Android security enhancements” and “minor bug fixes” for each device. The updates are also rather small, topping out at around 29MB at the largest. Most likely, this is Google’s promised monthly security update for its range of handsets and tablets, which was announced in the wake of the Stagefright exploit.
See also: Google reveals details about monthly security updates in new Android Security Google Group
Customers should spot an OTA update notification in the near future. The files can also be downloaded from T-Mobile’s website, where you will find installation requirements and instructions too. Here are the links:
The updates haven’t appeared as factory image downloads over at Google just yet, but they should pop up any time soon for those who want to manually flash the patch.
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