We heard a rumor recently that Google’s flagship Android smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, would be headed to US mobile carrier Sprint. It is now official as Google has recently confirmed that the Galaxy Nexus will be available with Sprint in the US.
Google made the announcement on Twitter, and they also announced that the Sprint Galaxy Nexus will offer support for Google’s new NFC payment system, Google Wallet, something that the Galaxy Nexus on Verizon doesn’t have.
#GalaxyNexus is coming to Sprint: 4G LTE speed, Android 4.0 #ICS, & Google Wallet. Stay tuned in coming months for pricing & availability
Features and Specifications
The Samsung Galaxy Nexus is renowned for being the first smartphone to run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, a significant update that brought a host of new features and improvements to the Android platform. The device boasts a 4.65-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images. Under the hood, it is powered by a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor and 1GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks and multitasking.
One of the standout features of the Galaxy Nexus is its NFC (Near Field Communication) capability, which allows users to make payments using Google Wallet. This feature is particularly noteworthy as it represents a step towards the future of mobile payments, making transactions more convenient and secure.
Availability and Pricing
We don’t as yet have any information on when the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will be available on Sprint. However, the inclusion of 4G LTE support means that users can expect faster data speeds, enhancing their overall mobile experience. As soon as we get some more details, we will let you guys know.
In addition to its impressive hardware, the Galaxy Nexus also offers a pure Android experience, free from the custom skins and bloatware that often come with other Android devices. This means users get timely updates directly from Google, ensuring they always have access to the latest features and security patches.
Have a look at our Samsung Galaxy Nexus Review to see what we thought of Google and Samsung’s first Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone.
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