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Google has entered the mobile telephony
market with a mobile device it is calling the Nexus One. In a press
release, Google confirmed the Nexus One would be available for
purchase ‘without service’ meaning that any GSM network SIM card can
be inserted into the device. This effectively gives consumers the
freedom to purchase a Nexus One ‘unlocked’ and then separately
arrange a service plan through their preferred operator.
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From
smartphone to “superphone”
This new venture is widely regarded as a
move by Google to ensure it remains relevant as people increasingly
searching the web using mobile devices rather than typing queries
into a PC. However, the corporation has also upped the ante seeking
to differentiate its phone from the competition with a new term. |
Google says the
Nexus One belongs to a new class of devices which it calls
“superphones” and claims it’s as powerful as laptop
computers were three or four years ago. |
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Andy Rubin, VP of Engineering commented: “The Nexus One belongs in
the emerging class of devices which we call ‘superphones,’ with the
1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ chipset making it as powerful as your
laptop computer of three to four years ago. It's our way to raise
the bar on what's possible when it comes to creating the best mobile
experience for consumers.”
Specification: |
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Display:
3.7" AMOLED 480x800 WVGA display |
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Thinness:
11.5mm; Weight: 130g |
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Processor/Speed:
Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 3G QSD8250
chipset, delivering speeds up to 1GHz |
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Camera:
5 megapixel auto focus with flash and geo
tagging |
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Onboard memory:
512MB Flash, 512MB RAM |
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Expandable memory:
4GB removable SD Card
(expandable to 32GB) |
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Noise Suppression:
Dynamic noise suppression from
Audience, Inc. |
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Ports:
3.5mm stereo headphone jack with four
contacts for inline voice and remote control |
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Battery:
Removable 1400 mAh |
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Personalized laser engraving:
Up to 50 characters
on the back of the phone |
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Trackball:
Tri-color notification LED, alerts
when new emails, chats, text messages arrive |
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Google says the Nexus One belongs to a
new class of devices which it calls “superphones” and claims it’s as
powerful as laptop computers were three or four years ago.
Top five features of
the Nexus One phone
We have selected the top 5 features of
Google’s new phone as listed below but for more information
read the
Internet search giant’s own press release.
1. Can be
purchased unlocked or as part of a contract
The Nexus phone is compatible with any
other SIM GSM card and the all the providers’ tariffs will be
available through the on-line boutique. Available to buy through its
on-line shop, either un-locked (529$) or as part of a contract
(179$) with a GSM service partner, Google’s phone sets itself apart
from the others thanks to its advanced voice command features
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2. Web
orientated apps
The Nexus One operating system is loaded
with Google Maps Navigation software (offering turn-by-turn driving
directions with voice output), email (multiple Gmail accounts;
universal inbox and Exchange support), telephone books (aggregate
contacts from multiple sources, including Facebook) and a Quick
Contacts function, which enables users to quickly switch between
communication applications and social networking sites.
3. Voice
interaction:
Verbal transcription (integrated
dictation capability automatically translating voice into text),
voice activated phone (Search Google, call contacts, or get driving
directions by just speaking into your phone), use a voice-enabled
keyboard for all text fields (speak a text message, instant message,
tweet, Facebook update, or complete an email), get transcribed
voicemail with Google Voice integration, without changing your
number. |
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4. Multimedia functionality
The 5 megapixel camera includes LED
flash, auto focus, zoom, white balance and colour effects. View
pictures and Picasa Web Albums in the new 3D Gallery. Record Hi-Res
MPEG4 video, and then upload to YouTube with one click.
5. First in a
range
The Nexus One phone can be bought via
Google’s
on-line shop. This
is a new mass distribution channel for Google through which other
Android products can be purchased. In the future Google hopes to
launch new partner products and extend it ranges worldwide.
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