While we still don’t know when the Nexus 7 2016 is supposed to come out exactly, some fans of the Nexus brand have been keeping a close eye on the market and are currently speculating that the device might be closer than we suspect. Recently, the Nexus 5X saw a reduction in price, which could indicate that Google are preparing to bring out something new. Of course, it could also be a simple coincidence, but a discount is usually one of the good signs to watch out for when waiting for the announcement of a new device.
There have also been other rumors that the Nexus 7 2016 is getting close to an announcement, separate from the speculation related to the 5X’s reduction. Many eyes are now firmly focused on the device and people are already discussing it in some circles as if it’s practically been announced, so Google might be under some pressure to make sure that this release is a good one.
The company has been silent so far, which makes a lot of sense whether they are close to announcing the Nexus 7 2016 or not. Google are not the type to play along with media hype, and they follow their own plans very diligently and strictly, similar to what Apple usually does. Because of this, we don’t expect to hear about the device until they have given the green light.
The tablet could be a game changer for Google’s position on the Android market right now if they play their cards right. The Nexus line of tablets has been generally successful, although people have had their share of negative comments about some models. The first one in particular, the initial edition of the Nexus 7, came out to mixed reviews with regards to its connectivity and screen size, but was still a good entry into the tablet market for Google.
We don’t know much about the exact specifications of the new version of the Nexus 7. It’s rumored to ship with Android N straight out of the box, but this could point to some potential delays in the release of the device if it turns out to be true.
It could definitely make sense for Google to spearhead the release of their newest version of Android with a new device of their own, but they could also easily deliver it as an OTA update sometime after the launch. Of course, the impact will be quite different compared to releasing a flagship with the new Android preinstalled on it.
Other than that, we’ve been hearing mixed rumors about what the Nexus 7 2016 is going to offer. There are some claims that it might come in two versions with different connectivity capabilities, but the popularity of the initial Nexus 7 might bring that point under question. More and more people are looking for 3G-capable devices nowadays, as mobile data plans have become much more accessible to everyone.
The screen size will likely stay the same, as that’s part of the point in the device’s naming convention in the first place. Some were initially critical of what the Nexus 7 has to offer for reading documents and other tasks that typically call for a larger screen, but the seven inches offered by the tablet are generally enough for most types of books and Internet browsing. Combined with the right resolution, it’s really all that most users would need.