At a press conference in Hong Kong, Samsung and Google unveiled the Galaxy Nexus — the first Google Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) phone. The Galaxy Nexus features a 1.2GHz processor, an HD Super AMOLED screens (1,280 x 720), zero-shutter-lag camera, and 4G connectivity (LTE or HSPA+). Check out the specs from the press release, followed by some product shots:
Network
HSPA 21Mbps/HSUPA 5.76Mbps 850/900/1900/1700/2100
EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
LTE version will be available depending on the region.
Processor
1.2 GHz Dual Core Processor
Display
4.65″ 1280X720 HD Super AMOLED
OS
Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich
Camera
Main(Rear) : 5 MP AF with LED Flash with zero shutter lag and fast shot2shot
Sub (Front) : 1.3MP for Video Call
Video
Codec : MPEG4/H.263/H.264
Playback : 1080p@ 30fps
Recording : 1080p Full HD Video@ 30fps
Audio
Codec : MP3/AAC/AAC?/eAAC?
3.5mm Ear Jack
Google™Mobile Services
Android Market™, Gmail™, Google Earth™, YouTube™, Movie Studio
Google Maps™ 5.0 with 3D maps and turn-by-turn navigation
Syncing with Google Calendar™, Google? app
Connectivity
Bluetooth® technology v 3.0
USB 2.0
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4GHz/ 5GHz)
NFC
Sensor
Accelerometer, Compass, Gyro, Light, Proximity, Barometer
Memory
1GB(RAM) ? 16GB/ 32GB Internal memory
Size
135.5 x 67.94 x 8.94mm, 135g
Battery
Standard battery, Li-on 1,750 mAh
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The Galaxy Nexus looks fantastic on paper and the demo of the phone’s camera was impressive, but I’m concerned about the processor. A pair of friends at the event told me (via SMS) that the phone has the typical Android lag. I found that odd considering that Android 4.0 is supposed to support hardware acceleration. With that in mind, it’s interesting that Samsung didn’t list the processor type — specifically the GPU — on the press release. I wonder if it’s a slightly older GPU that’s struggling with the 720p graphics.
Having said that, my colleagues raved about the screen, saying that it finally brings Samsung’s awesome Super AMOLED screen tech to a higher resolution. I can’t wait to see how text looks on this baby! One of them loved the new camera interface, while the other preferred the iPhone 4S’ photo software.
The Android 4.0 demos at the presser were mostly impressive. I’m loving the new design and digging several new features. Although I have concerns about the GPU, getting the first Ice Cream Sandwich phone — one that’s guaranteed to get the last updates straight away — is terribly appealing. An excellent camera and a 720p screen are also enticing.
Any of you thinking of buying a Galaxy Nexus?
I just want a phone that gets the latest updates without having to be rooted and/or use custom ROMs that can be glitchy. AT&T/Samsung hardly ever put out updates. My Infuse 4G is decently new still and should have already had some Gingerbread love, but it isn't in the foreseeable future.
The press event left me feeling MEH on the whole phone. ICS I dig though, I just expected it to be on a more substantial piece of hardware.
HAHA. From PCWORLD article just now.
"The bezel around the phone is incredibly thin at only 4.29 inches so you get mostly display."
"The Galaxy Nexus is powered by a 2GHz dual-core process, making for one heck of a powerful, fast phone."
I've decided I don't want a phone with a 4.29 INCHES of bezel. There is no use in reaching that far across something just to touch the screen.
Looks like it's a Texas Intruments OMAP 4460. That means the GPU is a somewhat old PowerVR SGX 540. I'm still waiting for official confirmation though.
Looks like it is the PowerVR SGX 540
same as the one in my Captivate????
No. Clock speeds are different.
Proc type and GPU? It can't possibly be lower spec wise than the GS2 can it??
See the comment right above the one you posted. :P
Hmm. That is disappointing to be honest. I'd like some confirmation. Why can't a Nexus device just have the best stuff? The Nexus 1 was great but on the 4th best carrier. Nexus S was ok but only had 8gig of space. It almost seems that they are forbidden from delivering the ultimate handset!!I'm gonna wait until Nokia shows off next week before I order a device.Sent from my iPhone 4
It's disappointing, but I wouldn't call it lower than the GS2. The PowerVR chip is the same as the 4430's, but the clock speed is higher. The dual-channel memory also helps in real-world use.
Here's an interesting article about the chip and why it was chosen.
http://www.extremetech.com/mobile/100553-why-the-…
Ray, i need to buy a phone before December, i dont really care which network its on, just tell me which phone to buy when you see it
I dont know the difference between this phone, or the nexus prime, or any other phones that my come out. When you know for sure which one is best, please tell me, lol
The Galaxy Nexus is the phone that was rumored as the Nexus Prime. There isn't really a "best" phone, since it varies by priorities. Let me know what's important to you — screen size, camera, Internet speed, etc. Are you just look at Android or would you consider other operating systems?
if the processor and gpu are up to date, i'll most likely get this one
ty Raymond
The CPU is top-of-the-line, but the GPU is a tad dated for games. For HD video, the OMAP has a co-processor that makes the older GPU a non-issue. I'm super tempted to buy the Verizon version because of the LTE speeds.
Here's the promo video for the Galaxy Nexus. I'm embedding it in a comment just to play around with the new feature…but I should probably put it in the story. Ha!
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The display on the Galaxy Nexus is Super AMOLED and not Super AMOLED Plus. This means that it'll have all the flaws found in the Pentile displays featured on the original Galaxy phones. I definitely want to see and use the phone before I make any judgements, but the news is disappointing. To me eyes, Super AMOLED Plus is a significant improvement over Super AMOLED. Bummed Plus won't be on this phone.