First batch of Nexus 6 devices sell out in 6 seconds

Nexus 6 buyers in the US (not available in Canada, yet), camping out on the Google Play Store to purchase the largest and most expensive Nexus smartphone yet, were suprised and dissapointed when stock sold out in 6 seconds. Yearly demand for Nexus smartphones has traditionally been high, specially when they are first made available. This is because Nexus devices sold unlocked at Google's online store are usually way cheaper than if purchased in stores or through cellular providers. Nexus 6 will likely be available through various carriers in the US in the coming weeks as well as other regions, including Canada, sometime in early November.

Source: Kirigu.net

SlideShow: First look at the Nexus 6

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

I had the chance to check out pre-release versions of the upcoming Nexus 6 from Google and Motorola as well as get a preliminary look at Android 5.0 Lollipop. The 6-inch smartphone, which looks and feels like a supersized Moto X, will be made available in Midnight Blue and Cloud White, it is the largest Nexus handset ever shipped, and is also available for pre-order in the US today, Canadian pre-orders are expected early November. Pricing is expected at around  CAD $749 for the 32GB and $799 for the 64GB variants respectively.

The Nexus 6 isn't being marketed as a 'phablet' but it is bigger than the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and even the iPhone 6 Plus. It runs a quad-core 2.7GHz processor and is designed to excel at multimedia and has a 13 megapixel camera with optical image stabilization. Another huge feature is the inclusion of Motorola's Turbo Charger which they say only needs 15 minutes to charge 7 hours of use. It will be sold via Google Play in 32 GB and 64 GB storage capacities as well as with various Canadian carriers. Stay tuned for more Canada-specific information in the coming weeks.

Nexus 6 feature wakes up the phone when you pick it up

Looks like the Nexus 6 is eliminating the need for you to press the Power/Lock and Unlock button when you pick it up from your desk. According to Android Police, the Motorola-made Nexus 6 has an Ambient Display setting that will wake the screen when the device is picked up or when notifications arrive. This isn’t really a new feature as Moto X already carries a similar feature. However, the good news is Ambient Display might be part of Android 5.0 Lollipop update. So, there could be more Android devices that can wake this way.

Source: Android Police + 9to5Google | Via: Business Insider

Chromium code review reportedly shows Nexus 6 and 8

Rumours have been swirling that we’re seeing the end of the Nexus line but until that is confirmed other reports claim new Nexus devices are on its way in the coming months. Android Headlines cites Dutch website SmartDroid.de on a report that there will be a new Nexus 8 and Nexus 6. These devices reportedly showed up on a Chromium code review.

The Nexus 8 has long been reported to be an 8.9-inch tablet made by HTC. It is expected to make its debut at the upcoming Google I/O or a bit after that. Meanwhile, the Nexus 6 is a new device to make its rounds in the rumour mill. This doesn’t mean that this will be a 6-inch device from Google and its chosen manufacturer or it could be. But perhaps it will carry the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor and 3GB of RAM. We will keep you posted to confirm or debunk these rumours when we hear more.