Google's Nexus 9 available early next month with Android 5.0, starts at $399

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2014/10/15/google-nexus-9/

Today's the day Google fans have been waiting for: The announcement of this fall's Nexus lineup. It's essentially an annual tradition at this point, since the last few Nexus devices have arrived at the same time of year. Along with a 6-inch smartphone and a media streamer called the Nexus Player, Google's introduced an 8.9-inch 2048x1536 tablet built by HTC aptly called the Nexus 9. This slate, which is available for pre-order this Friday and in stores on November 9th, starts at $399 for the base 16GB WiFi model; $479 for the 32GB WiFi; and $599 for a 32GB LTE variant that comes packed with pentaband HSPA+, quad band GSM/EDGE and CDMA. As often is the case with brand new Nexus phones and tablets, the 9 is among the first to get the latest version of Android - in this case, it's Android 5.0 Lollipop.

The Nexus 9 will be the first in the lineup to come with 64-bit support, thanks to the dual-core 2.3GHz NVIDIA K1 chipset inside. You'll also get 2GB of RAM, an 8MP rear-facing camera with autofocus, BSI and f/2.4 aperture, a 1.6MP selfie camera and a 6,700mAh battery. HTC was also able to slide in its signature BoomSound stereo speakers, which has been impressive on its flagship devices. The 7.9mm-thick slate will be available in black and white and weighs in at 425g (436g for LTE).

As for the external appearance, it actually looks a bit like an enlarged version of the Nexus 5 but with brushed metal sides. The display also takes advantage of a 4:3 aspect ratio, rather than 16:9. When it comes to productivity, Google and HTC have designed a keyboard folio case that attaches to the Nexus 9 magnetically.

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