As expected by Forbes magazine, Google released a series of new products in a very low-key manner yesterday, including the new Nexus 9 tablet computer and Nexus 6 smartphone The official version of Android 5.0 system, the first Android TV Nexus Play set-top box, etc. In addition, Google also launched Myglass V3.3.0, an update that allows Google Glass to receive push notifications and display them directly.
Nexus 9
The Nexus 9 is made by HTC. It has added the BoomSound speaker that the latter is proud of, and has adopted the design of narrow frame and metal wire drawing. There are black, white and gold colors to choose from.
In terms of hardware configuration, Nexus 9 adopts 8.9-inch IPS LCD display, equipped with 2.3GHz 64 bit Nvidia Tegra K1 processor and Kepler DX1 GPU, built-in 2GB memory and 16/32GB storage space, equipped with 1.6 million pixel front and 8 million pixel rear cameras, and 6700mAh battery.
The price of the Nexus 9 tablet is somewhat higher than that of the previous generation. The price of the 16GB WiFi version is $399, about 2444 yuan; The 32GB WiFi version sells for $479, or about 2934 yuan; The high configuration LTE 32GB version sells for $599, or about 3669 yuan. The Nexus 9 will accept reservations starting tomorrow.
Nexus 6
The Nexus 6 is made by Motorola, and its overall shape is very similar to Motorola's flagship MOTO X. From the official picture of Google, the Nexus 6 is only black (gray) and white.
In terms of hardware, it adopts a 5.96-inch 1440x2560 resolution display screen, equipped with a 2.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor and Adreno 420 GPU, built-in 32GB/64GB storage space, 13 million pixel optical anti shake rear lens (F2.0 aperture) and 2 million pixel front camera, with a battery capacity of 3220mAh.
Contrary to the rumors,, The price of the Nexus 6 is significantly higher than that of the previous generation, reaching $300 - the price of the Nexus 6 unlocked version is $649, about 3975 yuan; At the same time, Google has also expanded its sales scale. Not only on the official website, physical stores and the three major operators in the United States will sell Nexus 6 contract machines. The latter will accept reservations at the end of this month.
Android 5.0
The letter "L" in Android L finally has its full name Lollipop, which is neither Lemon Meringue Pie nor Licorice.
The official version of Android 5.0 is the same as that disclosed at Google I/O Conference in June, and its improvements mainly include:
In addition to smart phones and tablet computers, all devices that support small screen smart watches, large screen televisions and even cars;
Android 5.0 adopts a new "Material Design" design specification. The new user interface has a variety of colors and layers, which can slide back and forth. At the same time, 3D views with real-time shadows and more card style display effects are added, but the style of the whole platform has become more unified;
The notification center integrates more card style, and can perform multiple functions even when the screen is locked. At the same time, users can customize the priority of notifications and set specific notification permissions; When the user performs some full screen operations, only a card notification will pop up, rather than full screen display or forced exit from the application;
Environment awareness, the mobile phone can sense whether the user's Bluetooth is connected to other smart devices;
Better battery life, which has been praised by foreign media in the previous preview version. The specific implementation method is that the system can reduce the power consumption of CPU, screen brightness, Wi Fi radio frequency, data signal, Bluetooth, GPS, etc. according to the battery power, which can bring users up to 90 minutes more battery life than before;
With the new encryption and unlocking functions, SELinux will forcibly scan all applications for security vulnerabilities and malware. Users can also pair your mobile phone and tablet with Android Wear device. It is safer and more convenient to unlock your mobile tablet with Android Wear;
Device sharing and visitor mode: users can access personal information on other Android 5.0 systems, and have added the visitor mode to prevent others from accessing and viewing specific information in the device;
The new ART infrastructure will make Android 5.0 say goodbye to the Java virtual machine, which means that the device will perform better in running speed and smoothness. At the same time, it will also be compatible with ARM, X86, MIPS and other architectures, as well as support for 64 bit processors for the first time.
In terms of multimedia, Android supports multi-channel, USB microphone insertion, OpenGL ES 3.1, RAW image format, and 30 fps full resolution video capture.
Sundar Pichai, Android business director, pointed out on his blog that 5.0 is the most important version update of Android so far, and it provides up to 5000 new API interfaces for developers.
Android 5.0 will first be launched on Nexus 6, Nexus 9 and Nexus Player. In the next few weeks, Nexus 5, Nexus 7, Nexus 10, Google Play and other devices will also be updated.
Nexus Player
At the I/O conference in June, Google launched a new Android TV, which has a beautiful interface design, supports streaming of music, TV and movies, and supports Android games.
Now Google has brought the Nexus Player, the first hardware device of Android TV. The Nexus Player is jointly created by Google and ASUS. It is also provided with a remote control, which users can use for voice search. In addition, the device also provides a game controller, but users need to purchase it separately.
Nexus Player will be available for pre purchase on October 17 and officially launched on November 3. The price is 99 dollars, about 606 yuan.
Summary:
This is not the first time that Google has released new products in a low profile. There is not much difference between several products and the information that Google has previously disclosed or leaked. The only surprising thing is that the price of the Nexus 6 has kept up with the price of most high-end models in the industry, which can not help but remind people of whether the rumor that Google will launch a new "Silver" series for the high-end market has suffered a miscarriage. However, considering the powerful configuration of Nexus 6, it is unknown that Google will launch its Mini version later.
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