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Google Nexus 4

Specifications

Google Nexus 4
Google Nexus 4 (Nexus Series)
Processor
Graphics adapter
Memory
2048 MB 
Display
4.70 inch 16:9, 1280 x 768 pixel, kapazitiver Touchscreen, IPS, Corning(R) Gorilla(R) Glass 2, glossy: yes
Storage
16 GB SSD, 16 GB 
Connections
1 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm audio jack, Sensors: accelerometer, compass, ambient light sensor, gyrosensor, barometer, GPS, NFC, wireless charging
Networking
802.11 b/g/n (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 3.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 9.1 x 68.7 x 133.9 ( = 0.36 x 2.7 x 5.27 in)
Battery
Lithium-Polymer, 2,100 mAh
Operating System
Android 4.2
Camera
Webcam: Front: 1.3 MP, Back: 8 MP
Additional features
12 Months Warranty, wireless charging, NFC (Android Beam), accelerometer, compass, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, barometer, GPS, 3.5 mm audio jack, GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), 3G (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz), HSPA+ 42, SlimPort-HDMI
Weight
139 g ( = 4.9 oz / 0.31 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
349 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 85.17% - good
Average of 6 scores (from 7 reviews)
price: 90%, performance: 62%, features: 63%, display: 88% mobility: 91%, workmanship: 81%, ergonomy: 77%, emissions: 90%

Reviews for the Google Nexus 4

84% Review Google Nexus 4 Smartphone | Notebookcheck
Lucky number four.Long awaited, incessantly discussed and sold out even faster - Google's latest Nexus device raises the battle cry against other high-performance smartphones with an unrivaled price of 349 Euros (~$450) for the 16 GB version and 299 Euros (~$390) for the 8 GB version.
80% LG Nexus 4 E960 Review
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
The Nexus 4 is finally here and is priced at Rs. 25,990. If you have been waiting for this device, just go and pick it up. It’s awesome. The display is good, performance is excellent, you will be the first to receive all the Android updates and the phone simply looks gorgeous. On the downside, there is no expandable storage, the camera is lacklustre in low lighting and the earpiece has audio leaking. If you are searching for a smartphone between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 30,000, the Nexus 4 can be at the top of your list along with the LG Optimus G, Samsung Galaxy S III, Samsung Galaxy Note N7000 and the HTC One X+.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/11/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
White Nexus 4 pictures and hands-on
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
If you are thinkin' about my baby, it don't matter if you're black or white," as Michael Jackson sang, and that would be a good job too because as we found out with the white Nexus 4 just announced by LG and Google, it's white, but also black too. We were treated to a hands-on at the company's headquarters in the UK, and though the new Nexus 4 still doesn't have a UK release date, a spokesperson for the company told Pocket-lint that it isn't ruling anything out yet.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/03/2013
Samsung Galaxy S4 vs Nexus 4 smartphone comparison review: what's the best Android?
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Nexus 4 was our phone of last year. A game-changing super cheap but premium smartphone that offered great features, build and performance at a stunning price. Here we pit the Nexus 4 against Samsung's flagship Galaxy S4. The Galaxy S4 is a brilliant phone - although it's not without flaws. Here we compare the Nexus 4 and Samsung Galaxy S4, feature by feature. The Samsung often comes out on top, but remember that the Nexus 4 is significantly cheaper to buy outright. In fact, it remains an absolute steal at just £239, where the Galaxy S4 is a not unreasonable £450-£500.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 05/21/2013
80% Nexus 4 review
Source: It Pro English Archive.org version
Like the Nexus 10, the Nexus 4 is another class leader. Google have combined a refreshed version of their operating system with a well designed, powerful phone that’s more cost-effective than anything else on the market. The Nexus 4 goes head-to-head with the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S3 and iPhone 5, and while it might lose out in some areas such as slimness and storage options, its £239 price more than makes up for its few shortcomings.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

88% LG Nexus 4
Source: PC News - Heft 01/2014 German
Single Review, online available, Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 88%
89% LG Nexus 4
Source: PC News - Heft 1/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 89%
90% Google Nexus 4 - Ein smartphone highlight
Source: Cyberbloc German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 320: Integrated graphics card using unified shaders and supporting OpenGL ES 3.0

These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


S4 Pro APQ8064A: High-end quad-core SoC for Android devices that includes four Krait cores and a Adreno 320 GPU.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


4.70":

This display is tiny. You will probably see very little on the screen and be able to use mini-resolutions.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Google:

Google was founded in 1995 in the USA and became the world's most important search engine in its core business.  Google offers a variety of hardware products, including smartphones, speakers, cameras and smart displays. Since 2012, Google also sells tablets and smartphones.


85.17%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum (Update: 2013-05-24)