Aside from the ‘Sailfish’, expect another fish to be served by Google and HTC: the Marlin. Yes, that’s the bigger Nexus or should we say the “bigger fish” of the two. HTC is said to be manufacturing the two new Nexus phones as the Taiwanese company has also been rumored to have a three-year Nexus deal with Alphabet. That’s old news and now we have clearer ideas about the upcoming Nexus devices.
From Sailfish we move to this Marlin. It’s said to be the more premium phone with bigger screen size and higher specs. Android Police shared the information but was careful to note they’re still regarding it as a rumor. The source isn’t named so let’s just focus on the items shared like the specs.
According to the source, the Marlin will be equipped with a 5.5-inch QHD AMOLED display, 2560 X 1440 resolution, quad-core Qualcomm processor, 12MP rear cam, 8MP front camera, USB-C port, 4GB RAM, 32GB or 128GB of storage, fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 4.2, and 3450mAh battery. The phone is also said to have speakers at the bottom.
It’s interesting that there’s a huge difference between the storage options–32GB to 128GB. It’s puzzling that there’s no 64GB but we’re guessing it’s one way to encourage people to get the bigger one. The Sailfish though was only listed with a 32GB onboard storage.
So two Nexus phones from HTC? Why not? We think HTC needs this to boost its numbers. We also think it’s a good idea because the previous HTC Nexus phones performed well. Who’s excited about the new Nexus handsets?
VIA: Android Police
Are they kidding? 5.5 inch display?
No thanks, I will better have a Nexus 6 (perfect screen size for me).
Give me a break. You wouldn’t even be able to tell a difference between 5.5 & 6.
There is a large difference. If you don’t care about this difference, it’s your problem. I do care and I don’t like small phones (yes, 5.5 inch is a small phone for me). I am sure that I am not the only one who is not small-handed and who do like phones with large screens.
My Nexus 6p is 5.7 and I feel like it a tad small. I’d be content with 6″ or a tad bigger.
Especially with Bezels getting better!
5.5 inch is small? I honestly would like to know how people carry big phones in their pockets. My Note 4 was 5.7 inches and it was struggle walking in jeans. At some point with these sizes, it feels like your trying to carry a tablet in your pants or using a hardcover book to make phone calls.
That’s why there will be two. A small fish and a Big one. OK. Stop arguing about the size unless you’re all girls. LOL.
I’ve been able to tell the difference between 4.7, 5.0, 5.2, 5.5, 5.7, 5.96 and 6.44″. For me, 5.5 is the lowest acceptable.
But how about 5.1″?
I agree. Looks like a small step backwards from my N6. I don’t want to go smaller. And I love wireless charging.
You sound like my wife. She would not take anything smaller than 7.9″
I ALSO WILL STAY WITH THE NEXUS 6 I HAVE TWO KNOW I BUY ANOTHER ONE ?
You are a Neoconservative Lol
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Cool?
Why 5.5in and a quad core processor? I like the high end nexus phones.
There you go. I got the N 6P, 5.7 ” and the 5 with 5″ (4.95″) so No problem.
No wireless charging, no microSD, mediocre battery, typical HTC quality and support. PASS.
I never needed an SD On my NEXUS 6P I have used in seven months only 5.47 out of 64 g of memory. Plus the free Cloud with Google.
“No wireless charging”, ummm if you’re not familiar with the Nexus brand, they all have wireless charging since the 4.
“No Micro SD card”, well I don’t see how that’s HTC’s fault, there was no scards in Nexus phones since the Samsung Galaxy Nexus.
“Mediocre Battery”, I’m rocking a Samsung Galaxy S5 with 2800 mAH. On 60% charge, I took a 4 hour power-nap while listening to music. And then watched ~45min. Of 720P YouTube. And it only got down to 25% when I was done with it. That’s 6 hours of battery life, not even on full charge and non-stop use. 3450 is a lot, do you want it to beveryone like a brick phone, like the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active….
As for the typical HTC quality, we just have to wait and see on that one because I am mostly a fan of LG Nexus phones.
The 6P does not have wireless charging. If the new phones have an aluminium build, as we expect, they will not have wireless charging either.
Nope. Wireless charging ceased to exist in Nexus devices with the 6p and 5x.
No mention of OIS. At this time are we assuming it does or does not have OIS?
The NEXUS 5 has it And works real well. The 6P nix.
Smaller screen size and no dual front facing speakers? Such a downgrade!
5.2″ looks like the perfect size, though I like the 5″ of my NEXUS 5 better than the 5.7″ of the 6P. (Sent from my 6P. The 5 is charging).
I completely agree with the speakers. They need to have dual front facing or even the speaker setup the HTC 10 has. As for a 5.5 inch display that’s perfect for me. 5.7 is kinda difficult for one handed usage and besides a 5.5 will have a higher PPI
God am I the only one who thought the 5 was the PERFECT size??
Same here! Thats why I chose Galaxy 6 instead of the last Nexus. Their 5x was missing features and only 1080p.
Yes. I’m glad some companies are appealing to customers who wants a manageable smartphone. One that will fit in your jeans/pants and use with one hand. So it doesn’t feel like you’re carrying a 90’s wireless brick.
There’s still the big 5.5 inch for those who enjoy the big screens or have big manly hands.
No, me myself and I also know so. I changed mine 5 for a brand new on Amazon in Feb. 2016. After I sold the two years old 5, the new 5 cost me 50 bucks. My favorite. (Sent from my NEXUS 6P).
No BoomSoundâ„¢ no deal. I’ve been waiting for a HTC premium phablet for years, and it seem I can keep on waiting…
Same here
Rolf, check out the ASUS on line store for NEXUS 7 with stereo speakers and bag of goodies , including wireless charger at a very low price. The 7 is brand new and performs like a dream.
Just throw some new specs and front facing speakers on that sony z ultra, AMIRITE ROLF?!
Long time no talk man. Shoot me a message on Google hangouts. Gmail address starts with Praxibetelix42
Hey man! Yeah, that would be nice. Though, I’ve managed to survive with my Nexus 6 for 8 months now. 🙂
Is it just me or do those specs look pretty comparable to the 6p?
Yeah, the 6p owners might not be persuaded to pay so much for a incremental upgrade when they already have a great AMOLED screen, same storage, great RAM and good processor speed. Nexus 5x owners like myself, will get a super upgrade and a one-handed phone.
I guess if your 6p is “too big”, you might consider the upgrade.
Interesting thinking. My 6P serves me quite well, however my NEXUS 5 (in pristine condition) is my favorite for making phone calls. I’d definitely consider the 5″ Sailfish, especially if not metal. The plastic on the 5 is better than any thing else I have seen. Both the 5 and the 6P render stellar performance, fast and furious with no problems. The 5 is surprisingly fast, very close to the 6P. My preference is Pure Android and immediate updates.
Yea 5 owners I suppose is a good upgrade. Love my 6p so I will hold off. Never been a huge HTC fan anyways
Please see my comment above.
I’m just happy for HTC. Hope this will help it survive!
Likewise
Why do I feel it’s going to be a COMMON FISH… Being top of the line phone, it sounds nothing great. With modularity coming as an innovation, I wonder how the flagship manufacturer will react to it. For me, I already need something unique. Being a 6p owner myself, the specs didn’t quite caught my interest (although, I agree it’s still a rumor)
Appart from the fact that you’ve got the , 6P, you don’t say anything about it. Judging by the stellar performance of my 6P, 4g of RAM and 820 or better is quite a bit, especially if priced reasonably.
It’s a phone….. seriously what more do you want? The specs are great and thank God we don’t have that gimmicky modular stuff hitting the Nexus yet
Specs are not everything, however a NEXUS by HTC should, hopefully, be a nice addition to the Pure Android family.
After 3 different HTC phones and a current nexus owner. I can say pure Android HTC still does not deter the disappointment I feel over the brand so I guess I’ll move to another manufacturer. Zenfone 3 deluxe looks very promising and I still own my Asus Nexus 7(2012) and it still runs clean.
Finally a smaller device, good specs, hopefully the camera will have ois this time and maybe true usb-c 3.1. Still want that Microsd though.
I am certain about one thing; HTC will let down the Nexus fans. It may be battery life or RAM management but it will surely happen! I can’t understand a company (I am talking of HTC) that will design a beautiful phone yet cannot put sufficient battery capacity to make it functional. HTC has always misled folks about the durability of their battery. Remember HTC Evo, HTC M7, M8, etc. Beautiful phones yet same sickness.
It was sad to read that Google has chosen HTC for its Nexus line of phones for the next three years or so. Very sad. I am now in the mrket for another brand. Any recommendations?