mosyalice: Google Nexus 4 hands-on (video)

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Google Nexus 4 hands-on (video)

So here it is at last, the Nexus 4. After countless leaks we finally got a chance to put our dirty little paws on Google and LG's lovechild. The verdict? It's simply phenomenal. By combining the nicest elements of the Optimus G with the latest iteration of Jelly Bean (Android 4.2) the two companies have created something that's better than the sum of its parts. Like its cousin, the Nexus 4 is built around Qualcomm's snappy 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdradon S4 Pro SoC with Adreno 320 graphics and 2GB of RAM. Storage comes in 8GB and 16GB flavors with no microSD expansion. It features the same lovely 4.7-inch 1280x768-pixel IPS panel but sheds LTE support for an unlocked pentaband DC-HSPA+ (42Mbps) radio and wireless charging. On the camera front the Nexus 4 inherits LG's eight-megapixel BSI sensor and f/2.4 autofocus lens, instead of the slightly fancier 13 MP shooter. You'll be able to purchase a Nexus 4 unlocked in the Play Store starting November 13th for $299 (8GB version) or $349 (16GB model). Take a look at our gallery below and stay tuned for our hands-on video and first impressions.

Gallery: Google Nexus 4 hands-on