Google's (GOOGL) plans for its Nexus brand are persistently under a lot of speculation. Per sources, Google might release two new Nexus smartphones this year along with the rumored Nexus 9 tablet.
We are already aware about the Nexus X but whether it’s going to be a 5.2-inch model or a 5.9-inch model or both remains unclear as of now.
This apparently depends on the market performance of Motorola’s Moto X+1, which is still in the works. It’s speculated that Moto X+1’s performance will determine which version of the rumored Moto S ( 5.9 inch or 5.2 inch version) Motorola releases, and that in turn will have an impact on Google's Nexus plans.
The Moto X+1 is said to be a 5.2-inch smartphone. If that fails to find an audience, then Motorola will go for the larger, 5.9-inch Moto S as its next device.
The main Nexus X is rumored to be a 5.9-inch device. It is said that if Motorola releases the 5.9-inch Moto S, Google may remodel the 5.2-inch Moto S units as a second Nexus device.
A 5.9-inch screen is uncommon for a smartphone. As a matter of fact it's about one inch short of a tablet. The Samsung Galaxy Mega, which comes in two sizes- 5.8- and 6.3-inches, is the sole phablet that gets close to Google's upcoming giant smartphone.
If the reports turn out to be true, then it would be the first time that Google will release two Nexus smartphones in the same year.
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