Google Nexus 6P Features
After the bountiful few months we've had, with leaks and rumors coming out of our ears, the Huawei-made, Google-branded Nexus 6P is finally a reality. Announced an hour ago, it would appear that the 'P' part in its name suggests phablet, for we're looking at one darn huge smartphone. But not as big as its predecessor, the Nexus 6 (5.7" vs 6").
In the coming days and weeks, we'll have the opportunity to essentially dissect the 6P and comment on pretty much each of the building blocks that combine to present the new large-screened Nexus. You can start with this outline here, for example. But with this influx of information, many will, naturally, run for shelter, and seek out bite-sized summaries that go through the highlights of the new all-stock-Android device. This is that.
Plenty is on offer with the Nexus 6P, and quite a bit has changed from the Nexus 6 — its predecessor. Some defining features may seem like a step back from the now aging 6 — say the 'smaller' screen — but much everything else is very much agreeable, if not laudable.
Let's go!
Google Nexus 6P, the new features
1. Full metal jacket
The Huawei-made Nexus 6P is the first in the Nexus family to come wrapped within a full metal body. To be more specific, the material Google and Huawei agreed on is aeronautics-grade, anodized aluminum. Along with its diamond-cut edges and sculpted back, the Nexus 6P looks respectable.
2. Considerably thinner
The Nexus 6 arrived with on the scene with a rather clunky, 0.4 inches-thick body, which precluded it from being tagged as elegant-looking. Chinese Huawei, however, is well-versed in this particular area, and we're not surprised to see that the 6P is only 0.29 inches thick — the equivalent of 7.5 mm.
3. New color options
Unlike its predecessor, the Nexus 6P comes in three, instead of two, colors. We've got 'frosted white', 'aluminum', and 'graphite', giving us a wider — but not crazy wide — palette of colors to choose from.
4. Smaller screen
The 6-inch Nexus 6 came as a medium-sized shock, given how Google was, until then, content with 5- or sub-5" devices. As you can imagine even if you haven't used the Nexus 6, it is giant. That may be why, with the Nexus 6P, Google took a step back, settling instead on a more acceptable, 5.7-inch display. And yes, the resolution hasn't changed; you're still getting a Quad HD panel.
5. Larger battery
If there's one thing we can never get enough of, it's battery life. That's why we're glad to see that Google has improved its Nexus phablet with a larger, 3,450 mAh cell (vs 3,220 mAh with the Nexus 6). Combined with Android 6.0 Marshmallow (which is coming to the Nexus 6, too, of course), we expect respectable endurance. Let's hope we're right.
6. USB Type-C
As rumored, the trendy USB Type-C receptacle found itself a new home on the Nexus 6P, and we're getting a reversible cable in the box, too. Google didn't specify power output for the charger, but made it clear that we'll be getting quick charging with the 6P. No word on wireless charging, though, so we assume that didn't make the cut.
7. A new rear camera
If you ask Google, the new camera on the Nexus 6P rear is one of the highlights of the device. We'll hold them to that, of course, but here are the key specs that the search giant shared: a 12.3-megapixel Sony sensor with f/2.0 lens and large, 1.55µm pixels that Google says collect more than 90% more light in challenging scenarios with poor lighting (compared to the Nexus 6). The camera is paired with a two-color LED flash, along a laser auto-focus contraption, supposedly allowing for quicker snaps.
As can be expected, the snapper can shoot 4K video, but also slow-motion clips at 240 frames per second — a first for the Nexus line.
As can be expected, the snapper can shoot 4K video, but also slow-motion clips at 240 frames per second — a first for the Nexus line.
8. Significantly improved selfie cam
Selfie cameras have, traditionally, been a disappointment with the Nexus line. No more.
With the Nexus 6P, we're getting an 8-megapixel selfie snapper with f/2.4 lens and relatively large, 1.4µm pixels. HDR+ is also available on the software side, allowing for more dynamic shots.
With the Nexus 6P, we're getting an 8-megapixel selfie snapper with f/2.4 lens and relatively large, 1.4µm pixels. HDR+ is also available on the software side, allowing for more dynamic shots.
9. Double-click power key for camera
Likely inspired by makers such as Samsung and LG, the Nexus 6P features a neat shortcut to the camera: just double click on the lock key and you're in.
This may sound like a tiny sliver of functionality, and it probably is when looking at the bigger picture, but we'd be remiss if we didn't note that we love this particular feature with newer smartphones.
This may sound like a tiny sliver of functionality, and it probably is when looking at the bigger picture, but we'd be remiss if we didn't note that we love this particular feature with newer smartphones.
10. Nexus Imprint
Well, turns rumors were facts — a fingerprint scanner on the Nexus 6P is official.
The unit is of the touch type (thank God!) and will work without you having to first unlock the screen, which is great (thanks, Huawei). Google boasted about speed and accuracy, too, citing response rates of under 600 ms, and extremely high success rates.
The unit is of the touch type (thank God!) and will work without you having to first unlock the screen, which is great (thanks, Huawei). Google boasted about speed and accuracy, too, citing response rates of under 600 ms, and extremely high success rates.
11. 90-day Google Play Music trial
Nothing quite says 'We want you to buy, buy, buy this!' like some extra perks, and the Nexus 6P has them!
That's right, if you're in the US, your purchase of the Nexus 6P will make you eligible for a 90-day Google Play Music trial, which is definitely something.
That's right, if you're in the US, your purchase of the Nexus 6P will make you eligible for a 90-day Google Play Music trial, which is definitely something.
12. $50 app voucher for US purchases
Another perk with your purchase of the Nexus 6P is a $50 voucher within the US Play Store. That's a lot of paid apps!
13. Nexus Protect
Google also debuted a new Nexus Protect program, costing $89. For that kind of money, you get 2 years guarantee against mechanical defects, along with 2 years of worry-free usage as cracking your screen is covered under it. Best part? If you mess up your phone, Google will send you a loaner within a single business day to hold you off until your unit is repaired and back in working order.
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14. Considerably cheaper at $499
In India Launching Prise is around 40,000 INR.
Size was half the surprise when the Nexus 6 was announced. At $649 unlocked, the phablet was a significant departure from the way Google had priced Nexus devices until then.
Thankfully, the Nexus 6P is much more competitive, with pricing starting at $499 for the 32GB model, unlocked. Not enough storage? That's fine, $549 gets you 64 gigs, while $649 (the price of a 32GB Nexus 6) lands you on a 128-gig unit. Not bad. Not bad at all!
Thankfully, the Nexus 6P is much more competitive, with pricing starting at $499 for the 32GB model, unlocked. Not enough storage? That's fine, $549 gets you 64 gigs, while $649 (the price of a 32GB Nexus 6) lands you on a 128-gig unit. Not bad. Not bad at all!
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