Google has revealed its answer to Amazon Fire TV. Google Nexus, a set top box, will offer streaming, games, and run Android apps, all on your TV from the comfort of your couch. Engadget reports that Asus will be building the device.
The Nexus will retail at $99. We can safely assume that the device will have access to the Google Play Store, and for those interested in gaming, you can purchase a controller for an extra $39. We're not sure how well it'll compete with other consoles out there, but you can get a pretty good idea of it's gaming capability from checking out the specs below.
Chipset
1.8GHz Quad Core, Intel® Atom™
Imagination PowerVR Series 6 Graphics 2D/3D Engine
Memory
1GB RAM
8GB storage
Ports
18W DC power
HDMI out (1920x1080@60Hz)
Micro-USB 2.0
Wireless
802.11ac 2x2 (MIMO)
Bluetooth 4.1
Weight
235g
Dimensions
120mm x 120mm x 20mm
Anxious to get your hands on it? You can pre-order the Nexus starting October 17th. No mention of an actual release date yet.
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The Nexus will retail at $99. We can safely assume that the device will have access to the Google Play Store, and for those interested in gaming, you can purchase a controller for an extra $39. We're not sure how well it'll compete with other consoles out there, but you can get a pretty good idea of it's gaming capability from checking out the specs below.
Chipset
1.8GHz Quad Core, Intel® Atom™
Imagination PowerVR Series 6 Graphics 2D/3D Engine
Memory
1GB RAM
8GB storage
Ports
18W DC power
HDMI out (1920x1080@60Hz)
Micro-USB 2.0
Wireless
802.11ac 2x2 (MIMO)
Bluetooth 4.1
Weight
235g
Dimensions
120mm x 120mm x 20mm
Anxious to get your hands on it? You can pre-order the Nexus starting October 17th. No mention of an actual release date yet.
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