Google’s Nexus Legacy: From the Nexus One to the Present
The Nexus One: A First Look
The Nexus One, released in 2010, marked the beginning of Google's Nexus line of smartphones. Manufactured by HTC, it boasted a 3.7-inch display, 512MB of RAM, and 5MP camera, and ran on Android 2.1 Eclair.
Key Features:
- 3.7-inch 480p display
- Snapdragon S1 processor
- 512MB RAM and 512MB storage
- 5MP rear camera
Nexus 5 and 6: Mid-Range Powerhouses
The Nexus 5 (2013) and Nexus 6 (2014) continued the Nexus legacy with their impressive performance and affordable price points. The Nexus 5, made by LG, featured a 4.95-inch display, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of storage, while the Nexus 6, made by Motorola, boasted a larger 5.96-inch display, 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage.
Key Features (Nexus 5):
- 4.95-inch 1080p display
- Snapdragon 800 processor
- 2GB RAM and 16GB storage
- 8MP rear camera
Key Features (Nexus 6):
- 5.96-inch Quad HD display
- Snapdragon 805 processor
- 3GB RAM and 32GB storage
- 13MP rear camera
Nexus 5X and 6P: Flagship Android Experience
The Nexus 5X and 6P, released in 2015, represented a shift in Google's Nexus strategy, offering flagship-quality devices at competitive prices. The 5X, made by LG, featured a 5.2-inch display, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of storage, while the 6P, made by Huawei, boasted a larger 5.7-inch display, 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage.
Key Features (Nexus 5X):
- 5.2-inch 1080p display
- Snapdragon 808 processor
- 2GB RAM and 16GB storage
- 12.3MP rear camera
Key Features (Nexus 6P):
- 5.7-inch Quad HD display
- Snapdragon 810 processor
- 3GB RAM and 32GB storage
- 12.3MP rear camera with laser autofocus
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