Nexus 5 Rumor / Leak Round-Up – Specs, Details, Expected Launch and More

As we've grown accustomed already, Google is expected to launch a new flagship smartphone this year as well – the Nexus 5. The handset in question was rumored to be unveiled sometime by the end of October, and since we're already a few good hours deep into the 31st day of the month, the search engine giant has only a few more hours at its disposal for a Nexus 5 announcement. Of course, the unveiling date has not been officially confirmed, so there's a possibility that the device will actually be revealed sometime at the beginning of November.

Whatever the case, there have been tons of leaks and rumors surrounding this particular device, and here, today, we'll round-up all of these bits of exciting information into one post. As such, if you were wondering what you can expect from the Nexus 5, then here's your answer.

Nexus 5 – Raw Specs and Performance

The Nexus 5 has been built by LG, just as the Nexus 4 has been last year. The gadget in question is rumored to pack a top-tier Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor, coupled with an Adreno 330 graphics chip and 2 GB of RAM. Benchmark scores from GFXBench suggest that the Nexus 5 is a powerful beast, beating the LG G2, the Galaxy S4 and the HTC One, and being on equal ground with the iPhone 5s in terms of performance.

As a reminder, the LG G2 features the same hardware specs as the Nexus 5, so chances are that the latter is able to deliver a higher GFXBench score due to software optimizations, which brings us to the next bullet point:

Nexus 5 – New Software – Android 4.4 KitKat

As most of you already know, Google has been working on a new Android OS version, dubbed "KitKat". Version 4.4 is expected to be unveiled side-by-side with the Nexus 5, after which the 4.4 update will most likely land OTA on various other Google devices.

In terms of features, Android 4.4 KitKat is supposed to deliver a slightly redesigned look with flatter icons, but the biggest change is mainly under the hood. Google has worked heavily on optimization (perhaps that's the main reason why the device scores so high in benchmarks). The good news is that version 4.4 is also focused on delivering compatibility with older devices, promising a smoother experience on devices with a low amount of RAM.

Nexus 5 – Camera and Other Details

As mentioned before, one of the most important features on today's smartphone cameras is OIS (optical image stabilization). Does the Nexus 5 offer this feature? Yes it does, at least according to recent leaks and hints given by Google itself.

The rumored unit is supposed to have 8 megapixels, an aperture of f/2.4 and a sensor size of 1/3.2". The sensor itself is said to be developed by Sony.

Aside from the main sensor, the Nexus 5 is also expected to deliver a 2,300 mAh battery, and built-in wireless charging coils. While a 2,300 mAh unit seems a bit small when compared to the latest flagship devices, it should be enough to offer decent performance and keep the device powered up throughout the day.

Other hardware features include a 1.3 MP secondary camera, 16/32 GB of storage, the usual range of sensors (accelerometer, magnetometer, gyroscope, light, barometer, orientation and gyroscope), and the device is also rumored to deliver LTE support for Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile. The handset is expected to boast a 4.95 display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920, resulting in a pixel density of 442 pixels per inch.

Nexus 5 – Price and Launch

Once again, the exact launch of the Nexus 5 is currently uncertain. Google might surprise us with unveiling the Nexus 5 and the KitKat OS today, on Halloween (and delivering KitKat on Halloween would be quite appropriate), but the search engine giant might also lift the veil on the handset sometime within the next couple of weeks.

As far as pricing goes, the situation is clearer, as Google is expected to sell the device through the Play Store at the price of $350 off contract (for the 16 GB model).

We'll have to wait and see how the story develops. Until then, share your thoughts below and let the community know whether or not you're planning on buying the Nexus 5, once it hits the shelves.

Via: Phone Arena