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The video kicks off with an overview of the yearly Nexus hype cycle, contrasting it with the iPhone cycle and setting expectations for the Android flagship that should arrive later in the year. The host explains that Android 7.0 Nougat is already in beta on the Nexus 6P and introduces the Nexus Launcher APK, noting its new navigation and design elements such as a bottom app drawer swipe, a compact Google search bar, and a reorganized wallpaper picker. He points out that third party launchers like Go and Nova can adopt some Nexus Launcher features, while highlighting potential additions to Android 7.0 before the final release. A major emphasis is placed on the hardware, with expectations of two Nexus devices built by HTC, one high end and one mid-range, sharing a similar design. The mockups reveal a dual-tone, mostly metal body with a large glass window for NFC and GPS, and a design that could look better in real life than in renders. The host compares the rumored look to the Nexus 6P, noting a lack of a camera bump and no front-facing speakers, before detailing the smaller and larger device specifications such as RAM, display type, battery capacity, storage options, camera counts, and USB-C ports. He also discusses the likely inclusion of a fingerprint sensor and a headphone jack, and mentions Verizon’s potential involvement in carrying the devices, while acknowledging the likelihood of unlocked versions available to buyers. In closing, the host summarizes that both Nexus devices are expected to be very similar in design and specs, with a stronger emphasis on the Google Assistant experience, and invites viewers to share which model they’re most excited for, while praising Android Police for breaking most of the leaks and hints at additional features like manual exposure in the camera app and a notification shade gesture. The video ends with a hopeful outlook for the announced devices and a call to audience to stay tuned for more updates and a sign-off from the host.
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Questions answered
- What is the expected launch strategy for the 2016 Nexus phones?
- Two devices, one high-end and one mid-range, are expected to launch later in the year, both likely built by HTC and sharing a similar design.
- What software feature is highlighted as a major focus for the new Nexus lineup?
- A stronger emphasis on Google Assistant, with a long-press of the home button introducing a more feature-rich assistant experience.