Alphabet Inc Google Nexus Rumors: Two HTC Nexus Smartphones And Smartwatches To Be Released This Fall

Published By: Ken Bock on July 14, 2016 07:43 am EST

According to numerous reports, it is now clear that Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOGL) is planning to release two new Nexus branded smartphones later this year. Rumors indicate that HTC will be manufacturing the latest Nexus devices and leaked images give us an idea of what the new devices will look like. However, new reports indicate that the tech giant is also planning to release two Nexus branded smartwatches alongside the latest flagship smartphones.

It was reported by Android Police that Google is planning to release two new smartwatches alongside the two Nexus devices which have been codenamed Sailfish and Marlin. The smartwatches will be released under the Nexus moniker, and will be offered in two different sizes, with each variant carrying different features. The larger model is expected to be very similar in terms of design to the Moto 360 and will come with LTE support, a GPS chip and a heart rate sensor. The smaller model will not support data connectivity or GPS but will feature a heart rate sensor.

The report stated that it is not yet known what Google plans on calling the new Nexus smartwatches and the specs for the new devices are still unknown. However, more details have emerged about the Nexus smartphones. The Marlin variant is expected to be a successor to the LG Nexus 5x, while the Sailfish variant is expected to be a completely new flagship device.

Rumors claim that the Sailfish variant will be powered by the Snapdragon 821 chipset with 4GB of RAM to support the new processor. The device will be offered in 32GB or 64GB of storage and will sport a 5 inch full HD display. The Marlin variant is expected to feature a 5.5inch QUAD HD display and will also have the Snapdragon 821 chipset with 4GB of RAM.

Reports indicate that Google is planning to unveil the new devices at the company's event next month, though Google is yet to confirm if the reports are true.

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