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{{short description|Android smartphone developed by Motorola Mobility and Google}}
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{{short description|Android smartphone developed by Motorola Mobility and Google}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=November 2013}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=November 2013}}
{{Infobox mobile phone
{{Infobox mobile phone
| name = Nexus 6
| name = Nexus 6
| codename = Shamu
| codename = Shamu
| logo = Nexus 6 Logo.png
| logo = Nexus 6 Logo.png
| logosize = 200px
| logosize = 200px
| image = File:Nexus 6.png
| image = File:Nexus 6.png
| imagesize = 250
| imagesize = 250
| alt =
| alt =
| caption = Front view of the Nexus 6
| caption = Front view of the Nexus 6
| developer = [[Google]] and [[Motorola Mobility]]
| developer = [[Google]] and [[Motorola Mobility]]
| manufacturer = Motorola Mobility
| manufacturer = Motorola Mobility
| slogan =
| slogan =
| series = [[Google Nexus]]
| series = [[Google Nexus]]
| networks = 2G/3G/4G LTE<br />GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz<br />'''Model XT1103 (Americas):'''<br />CDMA band class: 0/1/10<br />WCDMA bands: 1/2/4/5/8<br />[[LTE bands]]: 2/3/4/5/7/12/13/17/25/26/29/41<br />CA DL bands: B2-B13, B2-B17, B2-29, B4-B5, B4-B13, B4-B17, B4-B29<br />'''Model XT1100 (International):'''<br />WCDMA bands: 1/2/4/5/6/8/9/19<br />LTE bands: 1/3/5/7/8/9/19/20/28/41<br /> CA DL bands: B3-B5, B3-B8
| networks = 2G/3G/4G LTE<br />GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz<br />'''Model XT1103 (Americas):'''<br />CDMA band class: 0/1/10<br />WCDMA bands: 1/2/4/5/8<br />[[LTE bands]]: 2/3/4/5/7/12/13/17/25/26/29/41<br />CA DL bands: B2-B13, B2-B17, B2-29, B4-B5, B4-B13, B4-B17, B4-B29<br />'''Model XT1100 (International):'''<br />WCDMA bands: 1/2/4/5/6/8/9/19<br />LTE bands: 1/3/5/7/8/9/19/20/28/41<br /> CA DL bands: B3-B5, B3-B8
| released = November 2014
| released = November 2014
| available =
| available =
| discontinued = December 9, 2015
| discontinued = December 9, 2015
| unitssold =
| unitssold =
| unitsshipped =
| unitsshipped =
| predecessor = [[Nexus 5]]
| predecessor = [[Nexus 5]]
| successor = [[Nexus 6P]]<br />[[Moto X Style]] (for Moto X Pro, China Only)
| successor = [[Nexus 6P]]<br />[[Moto X Style]] (for Moto X Pro, China Only)
| related = [[Moto X (2nd generation)]] and [[Nexus 9]]
| related = [[Moto X (2nd generation)]] and [[Nexus 9]]
| type = [[Smartphone]]
| type = [[Smartphone]]
| form = [[Phablet]]
| form = [[Phablet]]
| size = {{convert|159.26|mm|in|abbr=on}} H<br />{{convert|82.98|mm|in|abbr=on}} W<br />{{convert|3.8|-|10.06|mm|in|abbr=on}} curve
| size = {{convert|159.26|mm|in|abbr=on}} H<br />{{convert|82.98|mm|in|abbr=on}} W<br />{{convert|3.8|-|10.06|mm|in|abbr=on}} curve
| weight = {{convert|184|g|oz|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|184|g|oz|abbr=on}}
| os = '''Original:''' [[Android (operating system)|Android]] [[Android Lollipop|5.0 "Lollipop"]]<br />'''Current:''' [[Android Nougat|Android 7.1.1 "Nougat"]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://developers.google.com/android/images|title=Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices - Google APIs for Android - Google Developers|website=Google Developers}}</ref>
| os = '''Original:''' [[Android (operating system)|Android]] [[Android Lollipop|5.0 "Lollipop"]]<br />'''Last:''' [[Android Nougat|Android 7.1.1 "Nougat"]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://developers.google.com/android/images|title=Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices - Google APIs for Android - Google Developers|website=Google Developers}}</ref>
| soc = [[Qualcomm]] [[Snapdragon (system on chip)|Snapdragon]]&nbsp;805
| soc = [[Qualcomm]] [[Snapdragon (system on chip)|Snapdragon]]&nbsp;805
| cpu = Qualcomm 2.7&nbsp;GHz quad-core [[Krait (CPU)|Krait]] 450
| cpu = Qualcomm 2.7&nbsp;GHz quad-core [[Krait (CPU)|Krait]] 450
| gpu = [[Adreno]]&nbsp;420
| gpu = [[Adreno]]&nbsp;420
| memory = 3&nbsp;GB of [[LPDDR3]] [[RAM]]
| memory = 3&nbsp;GB of [[LPDDR3]] [[RAM]]
| storage = 32&nbsp;GB or 64&nbsp;GB
| storage = 32&nbsp;GB or 64&nbsp;GB
| memory_card = Not available
| memory_card = Not available
| battery = Non-removable 3.8&nbsp;[[Volt|V]] 12.2&nbsp;[[Kilowatt hour|Wh]] (3,220&nbsp;[[Ampere-hour|mAh]]),<ref name="ifixit">{{cite web|url=https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+6+Teardown/32877|title=Nexus 6 Teardown|date=November 25, 2014|publisher=iFixit|accessdate=November 25, 2014}}</ref> [[Qi (inductive power standard)|Qi wireless charging]], turbo charging
| battery = Non-removable 3.8&nbsp;[[Volt|V]] 12.2&nbsp;[[Kilowatt hour|Wh]] (3,220&nbsp;[[ampere hour|mAh]]),<ref name="ifixit">{{cite web|url=https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+6+Teardown/32877|title=Nexus 6 Teardown|date=November 25, 2014|publisher=iFixit|access-date=November 25, 2014}}</ref> [[Qi (inductive power standard)|Qi wireless charging]], turbo charging
| input = [[Multi-touch]] [[capacitive sensing|capacitive]] [[touchscreen]]
| input = [[Multi-touch]] [[capacitive sensing|capacitive]] [[touchscreen]]
| display = {{convert|5.96|in|mm|abbr=on}} [[16:9|{{ratio|16:9}}]] [[PenTile]] RGBG [[AMOLED]], {{resx|2560x1440}} ([[QHD]]) @ 493&nbsp;[[pixel density|ppi]], scratch-resistant [[Corning Inc.|Corning]] [[Gorilla Glass&nbsp;3]] [[capacitive touchscreen]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.anandtech.com/show/8687/the-nexus-6-review/3|title=AnandTech - The Nexus 6 Review|author=Brandon Chester|work=anandtech.com|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
| display = {{convert|5.96|in|mm|abbr=on}} [[16:9|{{ratio|16:9}}]] [[PenTile]] RGBG [[AMOLED]], {{resx|2560x1440}} ([[1440p|QHD]]) @ 493&nbsp;[[pixel density|ppi]], scratch-resistant [[Corning Inc.|Corning]] [[Gorilla Glass&nbsp;3]] [[capacitive touchscreen]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.anandtech.com/show/8687/the-nexus-6-review/3|title=AnandTech - The Nexus 6 Review|author=Brandon Chester|work=anandtech.com|access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
| rear_camera = [[Sony]] IMX214 [[Exmor R]] [[CMOS]]<ref name="ifixit"/> 13&nbsp;[[megapixel|MP]] with [[Image stabilization|OIS]], {{f/}}2.0 [[F-number|aperture]] and dual LED ring flash<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6|url=https://www.google.com/nexus/6/|publisher=Google}}</ref>
| rear_camera = [[Sony]] IMX214 [[Exmor R]] [[CMOS]]<ref name="ifixit"/> 13&nbsp;[[megapixel|MP]] 1/3.06" (1.12-um pixels) with [[Image stabilization|OIS]], {{f/}}2.0 [[F-number|aperture]] and dual LED ring flash<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6|url=https://www.google.com/nexus/6/}}</ref>
| front_camera = 2&nbsp;MP, 1.4{{nbsp}}µm
| front_camera = 2&nbsp;MP, 1.4{{nbsp}}μm
| sound = Dual Front Facing [[Stereo]] Speakers, 3.5{{nbsp}}mm headphone jack with 4 button headset compatibility
| sound = Dual front facing [[stereo]] speakers, 3.5{{nbsp}}mm headphone jack with 4 button headset compatibility
| connectivity = [[Micro USB]], [[Near field communication|NFC]], [[Bluetooth]] 4.1, [[Wi-Fi]] 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 ([[MIMO]]), [[Subscriber identity module#4FF|Nano-SIM]]
| connectivity = [[Micro USB]], [[Near field communication|NFC]], [[Bluetooth]] 4.1, [[Wi-Fi]] 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 ([[MIMO]]), [[Subscriber identity module#4FF|Nano-SIM]]
| sar = <!--Unknown-->
| sar = <!--Unknown-->
| other = Notifications [[LED]] (requires [[root access]])<ref name="gigaom.com/2014/11/21/the-nexus-6-has-a-secret-led-but-it-doesnt-show-notifications/">[https://gigaom.com/2014/11/21/the-nexus-6-has-a-secret-led-but-it-doesnt-show-notifications/ The Nexus 6 has a secret LED, but it doesn’t show notifications — Tech News and Analysis]</ref>
| other = Notifications [[LED]] (requires [[root access]])<ref name="gigaom.com/2014/11/21/the-nexus-6-has-a-secret-led-but-it-doesnt-show-notifications/">{{Cite web |url=https://gigaom.com/2014/11/21/the-nexus-6-has-a-secret-led-but-it-doesnt-show-notifications/ |title=The Nexus 6 has a secret LED, but it doesn't show notifications — Tech News and Analysis |access-date=November 23, 2014 |archive-date=May 16, 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170516164318/https://gigaom.com/2014/11/21/the-nexus-6-has-a-secret-led-but-it-doesnt-show-notifications/ |url-status=dead }}</ref>
| website = {{webarchive | url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150928125644/http://www.google.com/nexus/6 | date=September 28, 2015 | title=https://www.google.com/nexus/6}}
| website = {{webarchive | url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150928125644/http://www.google.com/nexus/6 | date=September 28, 2015 | title=https://www.google.com/nexus/6}}
}}
}}


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The '''Nexus 6''' (codenamed '''Shamu''') is a [[phablet]] co-developed by [[Google]] and [[Motorola Mobility]] that runs the [[Android (operating system)|Android]] [[operating system]]. It is the successor to the [[Nexus 5]], and the sixth smartphone in the [[Google Nexus]] series, which is a family of Android consumer devices marketed by Google and built by an [[original equipment manufacturer]] partner. The Nexus&nbsp;6 and the HTC [[Nexus 9]] served as the launch devices for [[Android Lollipop|Android 5.0 "Lollipop"]].


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The Nexus&nbsp;6's design and hardware is very similar to that of the second-generation [[Moto X (2nd generation)|Moto X]], which was released around the same time, with the Nexus 6 being enlarged with higher specifications.
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codenamed '''Shamu''') is a [[phablet]] co-developed by [[Google]] and [[Motorola Mobility]] that runs the [[Android (operating system)|Android]] [[operating system]]. The successor to the [[Nexus 5]], the device is the sixth smartphone in the [[Google Nexus]] series, a family of Android consumer devices marketed by Google and built by an [[original equipment manufacturer]] partner. Nexus&nbsp;6 along with HTC [[Nexus 9]] served as the launch devices for [[Android Lollipop|Android 5.0 "Lollipop"]].

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The Nexus&nbsp;6's design and hardware is very similar to that of the second-generation [[Moto X (2nd generation)|Moto X]], which was released around the same time, with the Nexus 6 being larger and having higher specs while running stock Android.


== {{Anchor|X-PRO}}Release ==
== {{Anchor|X-PRO}}Release ==
The Nexus&nbsp;6 was unveiled on October 15, 2014, with pre-order availability since October 29, 2014, and a delivery date in early November.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.christiantoday.com/article/nexus.6.pre.order.to.open.oct.29.with.early.november.delivery.date.verizon.sprint.att.t.mobile.and.us.cellular/41883.htm|title=Nexus 6 pre-order date Oct. 29 with November delivery date; Sprint, Verizon, AT&, T-Mobile and US Cellular|author=Kristin Mariano|work=Christian Today|accessdate=November 7, 2014}}</ref> Off-contract pricing in the [[United States]] was US$649 for the 32&nbsp;GB model and US$699 for the 64&nbsp;GB model.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6 from Google and Motorola Mobility |url=http://www.motorola-blog.blogspot.com/2014/10/nexus-6-from-google-and-motorola-more.html |publisher=Motorola}}</ref> The Nexus 6 was available through [[Google Play|Google Play Store]], [[Motorola Mobility]], [[Best Buy]], [[T-Mobile US|T-Mobile]], [[AT&T Mobility|AT&T]], [[Sprint Corporation|Sprint]], [[U.S. Cellular]], and [[Verizon Wireless]] in the United States.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gottabemobile.com/2015/03/11/verizon-nexus-6-release-date-confirmed/|title=Verizon Nexus 6 Release Date Confirmed|author=Cory Gunther|work=Gotta Be Mobile}}</ref>
The Nexus&nbsp;6 was unveiled on October 15, 2014, with pre-order availability since October 29, 2014, and a delivery date in early November.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.christiantoday.com/article/nexus.6.pre.order.to.open.oct.29.with.early.november.delivery.date.verizon.sprint.att.t.mobile.and.us.cellular/41883.htm|title=Nexus 6 pre-order date Oct. 29 with November delivery date; Sprint, Verizon, AT&, T-Mobile and US Cellular|author=Kristin Mariano|work=Christian Today|date=October 23, 2014 |access-date=November 7, 2014}}</ref> Off-contract pricing in the [[United States]] was US$649 for the 32&nbsp;GB model and US$699 for the 64&nbsp;GB model.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6 from Google and Motorola Mobility |url=http://www.motorola-blog.blogspot.com/2014/10/nexus-6-from-google-and-motorola-more.html |publisher=Motorola}}</ref> The Nexus 6 was available through [[Google Play|Google Play Store]], [[Motorola Mobility]], [[Best Buy]], [[T-Mobile US|T-Mobile]], [[AT&T Mobility|AT&T]], [[Sprint Corporation|Sprint]], [[U.S. Cellular]], and [[Verizon Wireless]] in the United States.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gottabemobile.com/2015/03/11/verizon-nexus-6-release-date-confirmed/|title=Verizon Nexus 6 Release Date Confirmed|author=Cory Gunther|work=Gotta Be Mobile|date=March 11, 2015 }}</ref>


In November 2014, availability was announced for 12 other countries, including [[Australia]], [[Belgium]], [[Canada]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[India]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sued.in/google-nexus-6-launching-soon-in-india-for-rs-44000|title=Google Nexus 6 Launching Soon In India For Rs. 44000|author=John|work=Times News, UK News, Times News UK, UK News Magazine, Health Magazine UK|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref> [[Italy]], [[Japan]], the [[Netherlands]], [[Spain]], [[Sweden]] and the [[United Kingdom]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6 to be available in 12 additional countries |url=http://www.phonehorn.com/2014/11/nexus-6-listed-12-countries-along-price/ |publisher=Phone Horn}}{{better source|date=January 2015}}</ref>
In November 2014, availability was announced for 12 other countries, including [[Australia]], [[Belgium]], [[Canada]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[India]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sued.in/google-nexus-6-launching-soon-in-india-for-rs-44000|title=Google Nexus 6 Launching Soon In India For Rs. 44000|author=John|work=Times News, UK News, Times News UK, UK News Magazine, Health Magazine UK|access-date=March 7, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150115011830/http://www.sued.in/google-nexus-6-launching-soon-in-india-for-rs-44000/|archive-date=January 15, 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref> [[Italy]], [[Japan]], the [[Netherlands]], [[Spain]], [[Sweden]] and the [[United Kingdom]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6 to be available in 12 additional countries |url=http://www.phonehorn.com/2014/11/nexus-6-listed-12-countries-along-price/ |publisher=Phone Horn}}{{better source needed|date=January 2015}}</ref>


The AT&T version is [[SIM lock|SIM-locked]], with [[tethering]] disabled until a fee is paid to enable it, and comes with custom ringtones.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ibtimes.com/nexus-6-problems-plague-release-googles-latest-android-flagship-1728018|title=Nexus 6 Problems Plague Release Of Google’s Latest Android Flagship|date=November 22, 2014|work=International Business Times|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
The AT&T version is [[SIM lock|SIM-locked]], with [[tethering]] disabled until a fee is paid to enable it, and comes with custom ringtones.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ibtimes.com/nexus-6-problems-plague-release-googles-latest-android-flagship-1728018|title=Nexus 6 Problems Plague Release Of Google's Latest Android Flagship|date=November 22, 2014|work=International Business Times|access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref>


On January 26, 2015, Motorola (now a subsidiary of [[China|Chinese]] firm [[Lenovo]]) announced that a similar device would be released in China, named Moto X Pro; it [[Internet censorship in China|excludes]] Google services and applications, but still runs a similarly stock version of Android.<ref name=verge-motochina>{{cite web|title=Motorola returns to China with launch of Moto X, Moto X Pro, and Moto G|url=https://www.theverge.com/2015/1/26/7904311/motorola-moto-x-china-launch|website=The Verge|publisher=Vox Media|accessdate=27 January 2015}}</ref><ref name=engadget-motoxpro>{{cite web|title=Motorola returns to China with the Moto X Pro, a repackaged Nexus 6|url=https://www.engadget.com/2015/01/06/moto-x-pro/|website=Engadget|publisher=AOL|accessdate=27 January 2015}}</ref>
On January 26, 2015, Motorola (now a subsidiary of [[China|Chinese]] firm [[Lenovo]]) announced that a similar device would be released in China, named Moto X Pro; it [[Internet censorship in China|excludes]] Google services and applications, but still runs a similarly stock version of Android.<ref name=verge-motochina>{{cite web|title=Motorola returns to China with launch of Moto X, Moto X Pro, and Moto G|url=https://www.theverge.com/2015/1/26/7904311/motorola-moto-x-china-launch|website=The Verge|date=January 26, 2015 |publisher=Vox Media|access-date=27 January 2015}}</ref><ref name=engadget-motoxpro>{{cite web|title=Motorola returns to China with the Moto X Pro, a repackaged Nexus 6|url=https://www.engadget.com/2015/01/06/moto-x-pro/|website=Engadget|date=January 6, 2015 |publisher=AOL|access-date=27 January 2015}}</ref>


On April 22, 2015, it was announced that the Nexus 6 would be the only phone then supported by Google's new [[Project Fi]] venture.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/23/technology/google-introduces-phone-service-called-project-fi.html|title=Google Introduces Wireless Service Called Project Fi|first=Conor|last=Dougherty|date=April 22, 2015|publisher=|via=www.nytimes.com}}</ref>
On April 22, 2015, it was announced that the Nexus 6 would be the only phone then supported by Google's new [[Project Fi]] venture.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/23/technology/google-introduces-phone-service-called-project-fi.html|title=Google Introduces Wireless Service Called Project Fi|first=Conor|last=Dougherty|work=The New York Times |date=April 22, 2015|via=www.nytimes.com}}</ref>


Following the September 2015 release of the Nexus 6's successor, the [[Nexus 6P]], Google stopped selling the Nexus 6 on the Play Store in December 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2015/12/8/9873928/google-removes-nexus-6-from-play-store|title=Google is done selling the Nexus 6|publisher=}}</ref> Google has a stated policy of at least two years of software updates and three years (or 18 months after the last sale date on the Play Store, whichever is longer) of security updates.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/4457705#nexus_devices|title=Check & update your Android version - Nexus Help|website=support.google.com}}</ref> The Nexus 6 had guaranteed software updates through October 2016 and security patches through October 2017; however, Google announced that the Nexus 6 will receive the Android 7.1 update. This update was initially expected in December 2016,<ref name="android-developers.googleblog.com">{{cite web|url=https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2016/10/android-71-developer-preview.html|title=Coming soon: Android 7.1 Developer Preview|publisher=}}</ref> but it was delayed until January 5, 2017<ref name="7.1.1-announcement">{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/01/05/android-7-1-1-image-and-ota-files-finally-available-for-the-nexus-6/|title=Android 7.1.1 image and OTA files finally available for the Nexus 6|date=January 5, 2017|publisher=}}</ref> due to a "last minute bug".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidcentral.com/android-711-nexus-6-coming-january-2017|title=Bugs push Android 7.1.1 update for Nexus 6 to early Jan 2017|date=December 27, 2016|publisher=}}</ref> In January 2017, Google announced that the Nexus 6, along with the [[Nexus 9]] tablet, won't receive the 7.1.2 Nougat update, making 7.1.1 the last major software update from Google themselves; however, the phone will continue to receive monthly security patches while retaining the last major Android version received until October 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.techtimes.com/articles/195471/20170202/nexus-6-and-nexus-9-will-not-get-android-7-1-2-nougat-confirms-google.htm|title=Nexus 6 And Nexus 9 Will Not Get Android 7.1.2 Nougat, Confirms Google|date=2 February 2017|publisher=}}</ref>
Following the September 2015 release of the Nexus 6's successor, the [[Nexus 6P]], Google stopped selling the Nexus 6 on the Play Store in December 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2015/12/8/9873928/google-removes-nexus-6-from-play-store|title=Google is done selling the Nexus 6|date=December 8, 2015 }}</ref> Google has a stated policy of at least two years of software updates and three years (or 18 months after the last sale date on the Play Store, whichever is longer) of security updates.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/4457705#nexus_devices|title=Check & update your Android version - Nexus Help|website=support.google.com}}</ref> The Nexus 6 had guaranteed software updates through October 2016 and security patches through October 2017; however, Google announced that the Nexus 6 would receive the Android 7.1 update. This update was initially expected in December 2016,<ref name="android-developers.googleblog.com">{{cite web|url=https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2016/10/android-71-developer-preview.html|title=Coming soon: Android 7.1 Developer Preview}}</ref> but it was delayed until January 5, 2017<ref name="7.1.1-announcement">{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/01/05/android-7-1-1-image-and-ota-files-finally-available-for-the-nexus-6/|title=Android 7.1.1 image and OTA files finally available for the Nexus 6|date=January 5, 2017}}</ref> due to a "last minute bug".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidcentral.com/android-711-nexus-6-coming-january-2017|title=Bugs push Android 7.1.1 update for Nexus 6 to early Jan 2017|date=December 27, 2016}}</ref> In January 2017, Google announced that the Nexus 6, along with the [[Nexus 9]] tablet, would not receive the 7.1.2 Nougat update, making 7.1.1 the last major software update from Google themselves; however, the phone was to continue to receive monthly security patches while retaining the last major Android version received until October 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.techtimes.com/articles/195471/20170202/nexus-6-and-nexus-9-will-not-get-android-7-1-2-nougat-confirms-google.htm|title=Nexus 6 And Nexus 9 Will Not Get Android 7.1.2 Nougat, Confirms Google|date=2 February 2017}}</ref>


== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==


=== Hardware ===
=== Hardware ===
The Nexus 6 is powered by a 2.7&nbsp;GHz quad-core [[Snapdragon 805]] processor with 3&nbsp;[[Gibibyte|GB]] of RAM, and either 32 or 64&nbsp;GB of internal storage. It features a 3220&nbsp;mAh battery with quick charging technology that promises to deliver six hours of operation after 15 minutes of charging.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/nexus-6-delivers-6-hours-of-battery-life-with-15-minutes-of-charging-google-607694|title=Nexus 6 Delivers 6 Hours of Battery Life With 15 Minutes of Charging: Google}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.qualcomm.com/products/snapdragon/quick-charge|title=Snapdragon Processors With Quick Charge Technology - Qualcomm|work=Qualcomm|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref> The Nexus&nbsp;6 uses a 5.96-inch (marketed as six-inch) [[QHD]] [[AMOLED]] [[PenTile]] (RGBG) display with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels (493&nbsp;[[Pixels per inch|PPI]]), and includes a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera with [[optical image stabilization]] (OIS), surrounded by a dual LED flash ring, and a two-megapixel camera on front.
The Nexus 6 is powered by a 2.7&nbsp;GHz quad-core [[Snapdragon 805]] processor with 3&nbsp;[[Gibibyte|GB]] of RAM, and either 32 or 64&nbsp;GB of internal storage. It features a 3220&nbsp;mAh battery with quick charging technology that promises to deliver six hours of operation after 15 minutes of charging.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/nexus-6-delivers-6-hours-of-battery-life-with-15-minutes-of-charging-google-607694|title=Nexus 6 Delivers 6 Hours of Battery Life With 15 Minutes of Charging: Google|date=October 16, 2014 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.qualcomm.com/products/snapdragon/quick-charge|title=Snapdragon Processors With Quick Charge Technology - Qualcomm|work=Qualcomm|access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref> The Nexus&nbsp;6 uses a 5.96-inch (marketed as six-inch) [[1440p|QHD]] [[AMOLED]] [[PenTile]] (RGBG) display with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels (493&nbsp;[[Pixels per inch|PPI]]), and includes a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera with [[optical image stabilization]] (OIS), surrounded by a dual LED flash ring, and a two-megapixel camera on front.


Like its predecessor, the Nexus&nbsp;6 does not have a [[Secure Digital|microSD card]] slot, a removable battery, or an FM radio receiver/transmitter.
Like its predecessor, the Nexus&nbsp;6 does not have a [[Secure Digital|microSD card]] slot, a removable battery, or an FM radio receiver/transmitter.
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=== Software ===
=== Software ===
The Nexus 6 was Google's first phone to launch with HDR+. HDR+ which takes a burst of shots with short exposures, selectively aligning the sharpest shots and averaging them using [[computational photography]] techniques. Short exposures avoids blur, blowing out highlights and averaging multiple shots reduces noise. HDR+ is similar to [[lucky imaging]] used in [[astrophotography]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://ai.googleblog.com/2014/10/hdr-low-light-and-high-dynamic-range.html|title=HDR+: Low Light and High Dynamic Range photography in the Google Camera App|website=Google AI Blog|language=en|access-date=2019-08-02}}</ref> HDR+ is processed on the [[Qualcomm Hexagon|Qualcomm Hexagon DSP]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://ai.googleblog.com/2018/02/introducing-hdr-burst-photography.html|title=Introducing the HDR+ Burst Photography Dataset|website=Google AI Blog|language=en|access-date=2019-08-02}}</ref>
The Nexus 6 was Google's first phone to launch with HDR+. HDR+ which takes a burst of shots with short exposures, selectively aligning the sharpest shots and averaging them using [[computational photography]] techniques. Short exposures avoids blur, blowing out highlights and averaging multiple shots reduces noise. HDR+ is similar to [[lucky imaging]] used in [[astrophotography]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://ai.googleblog.com/2014/10/hdr-low-light-and-high-dynamic-range.html|title=HDR+: Low Light and High Dynamic Range photography in the Google Camera App|website=Google AI Blog|date=October 27, 2014 |language=en|access-date=2019-08-02}}</ref> HDR+ is processed on the [[Qualcomm Hexagon|Qualcomm Hexagon DSP]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://ai.googleblog.com/2018/02/introducing-hdr-burst-photography.html|title=Introducing the HDR+ Burst Photography Dataset|website=Google AI Blog|date=February 12, 2018 |language=en|access-date=2019-08-02}}</ref>


The Nexus&nbsp;6 was released with [[Android Lollipop|Android 5.0 Lollipop]].
The Nexus&nbsp;6 was released with [[Android Lollipop|Android 5.0 Lollipop]].


The Nexus&nbsp;6 was the first Android device to have integrated IMS WiFi calling on T-Mobile, which was issued via an [[Over-the-air programming|OTA]] update.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6 Will Support T-Mobile Wi-Fi Calling Following OTA Update Early 2015|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/10/15/nexus-6-will-support-t-mobile-wi-fi-calling-following-ota-update-early-2015/|publisher=Android Police}}</ref> WiFi Calling on T-Mobile's network has existed since 2007,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/135069/article.html|title=Money-Saving Cell Phones Do Voice Over Wi-Fi|website=PC World|accessdate=28 June 2016}}</ref> although this is the first time native WiFi calling has been integrated into the core of Android. Previously T-Mobile offered WiFi calling on select Android handsets using software from Kineto Wireless.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://gigaom.com/2010/10/06/uma-t-mobile-android/|title=UMA Comes To T-Mobile Androids… Almost!|website=Gigaom|accessdate=28 June 2016}}</ref>
The Nexus&nbsp;6 was the first Android device to have integrated IMS WiFi calling on T-Mobile, which was issued via an [[Over-the-air programming|OTA]] update.<ref>{{cite web |title=Nexus 6 Will Support T-Mobile Wi-Fi Calling Following OTA Update Early 2015|date=October 15, 2014 |url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/10/15/nexus-6-will-support-t-mobile-wi-fi-calling-following-ota-update-early-2015/|publisher=Android Police}}</ref> WiFi Calling on T-Mobile's network has existed since 2007,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/135069/article.html|title=Money-Saving Cell Phones Do Voice Over Wi-Fi|website=PC World|access-date=28 June 2016|archive-date=May 10, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170510211520/http://www.pcworld.com/article/135069/article.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> although this is the first time native WiFi calling has been integrated into the core of Android. Previously T-Mobile offered WiFi calling on select Android handsets using software from Kineto Wireless.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://gigaom.com/2010/10/06/uma-t-mobile-android/|title=UMA Comes To T-Mobile Androids… Almost!|website=Gigaom|access-date=28 June 2016|archive-date=August 16, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160816003444/https://gigaom.com/2010/10/06/uma-t-mobile-android/|url-status=dead}}</ref>


In September 2015, Android 5.1.1 was rolled out to the Nexus&nbsp;6, containing a fix for the [[Stagefright (bug)|Stagefright]] bug.<ref>{{cite web|title=Nexus 6 Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update news|url=https://www.androidpit.com/nexus-6-android-update|website=AndroidPIT|accessdate=26 September 2015}}</ref>
In September 2015, Android 5.1.1 was rolled out to the Nexus&nbsp;6, containing a fix for the [[Stagefright (bug)|Stagefright]] bug.<ref>{{cite web|title=Nexus 6 Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update news|url=https://www.androidpit.com/nexus-6-android-update|website=AndroidPIT|access-date=26 September 2015}}</ref>


In November 2015, Nexus&nbsp;6 started receiving [[Android Marshmallow|Android 6.0 Marshmallow]] update across the world.<ref>{{cite news |first1=Costea |last1=Lestoc |title=Nexus 5, 6, 7 and 9 With Android 6.0 Marshmallow Update Status |url=http://tech.blorge.com/2015/11/09/nexus-5-6-7-and-9-with-android-6-0-marshmallow-update-status/19488/ |work=BLORGE |date=November 9, 2015 |accessdate=November 9, 2015 }}</ref> The following month, the Nexus 6 became one of the first devices to get the Android 6.0.1 update.<ref>{{cite news |title=Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update for Nexus 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 7, and Nexus 9: Availability |url=http://www.android.gs/android-6-0-1-marshmallow-update-for-nexus-5-nexus-6-nexus-7-and-nexus-9-availability/ |work=Android Geeks|date=December 22, 2015 |accessdate=December 22, 2015 }}</ref>
In November 2015, Nexus&nbsp;6 started receiving [[Android Marshmallow|Android 6.0 Marshmallow]] update across the world.<ref>{{cite news |first1=Costea |last1=Lestoc |title=Nexus 5, 6, 7 and 9 With Android 6.0 Marshmallow Update Status |url=http://tech.blorge.com/2015/11/09/nexus-5-6-7-and-9-with-android-6-0-marshmallow-update-status/19488/ |work=BLORGE |date=November 9, 2015 |access-date=November 9, 2015 }}</ref> The following month, the Nexus 6 became one of the first devices to get the Android 6.0.1 update.<ref>{{cite news |title=Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update for Nexus 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 7, and Nexus 9: Availability |url=http://www.android.gs/android-6-0-1-marshmallow-update-for-nexus-5-nexus-6-nexus-7-and-nexus-9-availability/ |work=Android Geeks |date=December 22, 2015 |access-date=December 22, 2015 |archive-date=April 24, 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170424165000/http://www.android.gs/android-6-0-1-marshmallow-update-for-nexus-5-nexus-6-nexus-7-and-nexus-9-availability/ |url-status=dead }}</ref>


On August 22, 2016, [[Android Nougat|Android 7.0 Nougat]] began rolling out to several supported Nexus devices; however the one for Nexus 6 was delayed. Weeks after the official roll-out, Google stated that the Nexus 6 release would come "in the coming weeks."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/09/14/google-says-nexus-6-nexus-9-lte-nougat-updates-will-rolling-coming-weeks/|title=Google says Nexus 6 and Nexus 9 LTE Nougat updates will be rolling out "in the coming weeks"|date=September 14, 2016|publisher=}}</ref> Nougat was eventually released for the Nexus 6 on October 3, 2016, 6 weeks after the official Nougat release. There has been no official statement on what caused the delay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/10/03/finally-nexus-6-gets-official-android-7-0-nougat-october-5th-security-patch/|title=[Finally] Nexus 6 gets official Android 7.0 Nougat with October 5th security patch|date=October 3, 2016|publisher=}}</ref>
On August 22, 2016, [[Android Nougat|Android 7.0 Nougat]] began rolling out to several supported Nexus devices; however the one for Nexus 6 was delayed. Weeks after the official roll-out, Google stated that the Nexus 6 release would come "in the coming weeks."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/09/14/google-says-nexus-6-nexus-9-lte-nougat-updates-will-rolling-coming-weeks/|title=Google says Nexus 6 and Nexus 9 LTE Nougat updates will be rolling out "in the coming weeks"|date=September 14, 2016}}</ref> Nougat was eventually released for the Nexus 6 on October 3, 2016, 6 weeks after the official Nougat release. There has been no official statement on what caused the delay.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/10/03/finally-nexus-6-gets-official-android-7-0-nougat-october-5th-security-patch/|title=[Finally] Nexus 6 gets official Android 7.0 Nougat with October 5th security patch|date=October 3, 2016}}</ref>


On October 11, 2016, Google officially announced Android 7.1 Nougat after it had been debuted with the [[Google Pixel]] release the week before. This announcement confirmed that the Nexus 6, along with other supported devices, would receive Android 7.1 in early December.<ref name="android-developers.googleblog.com"/> On December 5, 2016, Google announced the official release of Android 7.1.1 Nougat<ref>{{cite web|url=https://blog.google/products/android/sweet-update-nougat-android-711/|title=A sweet update to Nougat: Android 7.1.1|date=December 5, 2016|publisher=}}</ref> with most supported Google devices receiving the update; however, the Nexus 6 was not included.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2016/12/android-7-1-1-released-for-pixel-and-most-nexus-devices/|title=Android 7.1.1 released for Pixel and (most) Nexus devices|publisher=}}</ref> On December 27, 2016, Google told Android Police that a "last minute bug" was discovered and will delay the update until "early January".<ref name="7.1.1-announcement" /> Google officially released Android 7.1.1 for the Nexus 6 on January 5, 2017.<ref name="7.1.1-announcement"/>
On October 11, 2016, Google officially announced Android 7.1 Nougat after it had been debuted with the [[Google Pixel]] release the week before. This announcement confirmed that the Nexus 6, along with other supported devices, would receive Android 7.1 in early December.<ref name="android-developers.googleblog.com"/> On December 5, 2016, Google announced the official release of Android 7.1.1 Nougat<ref>{{cite web|url=https://blog.google/products/android/sweet-update-nougat-android-711/|title=A sweet update to Nougat: Android 7.1.1|date=December 5, 2016}}</ref> with most supported Google devices receiving the update; however, the Nexus 6 was not included.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2016/12/android-7-1-1-released-for-pixel-and-most-nexus-devices/|title=Android 7.1.1 released for Pixel and (most) Nexus devices|date=December 5, 2016 }}</ref> On December 27, 2016, Google told Android Police that a "last minute bug" was discovered and will delay the update until "early January".<ref name="7.1.1-announcement" /> Google officially released Android 7.1.1 for the Nexus 6 on January 5, 2017.<ref name="7.1.1-announcement"/>


== Reception ==
== Reception ==
Matt Swider from [[TechRadar]] wrote: "Nexus 6 proves that Google's Nexus program is not only far from dead, it's alive and kicking with a powerful 6-inch phablet that runs its latest Android software. It's bigger than the [[Samsung Galaxy Note 4|Note 4]], but not better." The Nexus 6 was given 4.5 out of 5 stars in the TechRadar review.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.techradar.com/reviews/phones/mobile-phones/google-nexus-6-1271190/review|title=Google Nexus 6 review|author=Matt Swider|work=TechRadar|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
Matt Swider from [[TechRadar]] wrote: "Nexus 6 proves that Google's Nexus program is not only far from dead, it's alive and kicking with a powerful 6-inch phablet that runs its latest Android software. It's bigger than the [[Samsung Galaxy Note 4|Note 4]], but not better." The Nexus 6 was given 4.5 out of 5 stars in the TechRadar review.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.techradar.com/reviews/phones/mobile-phones/google-nexus-6-1271190/review|title=Google Nexus 6 review|author=Matt Swider|work=TechRadar|access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref>


== Known issues ==
== Known issues ==
* Some devices delivered through AT&T have a bug that causes the devices to boot to a black screen. AT&T will replace these defective units.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/11/21/nexus_6_recall/|title=First in line to order a Nexus 6? AT&T has a BRICK for you|work=theregister.co.uk|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
* Some devices delivered through AT&T had a bug that causes the devices to boot to a black screen. AT&T will replace these defective units.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/11/21/nexus_6_recall/|title=First in line to order a Nexus 6? AT&T has a BRICK for you|work=theregister.co.uk|access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
* Devices with [[Sprint Corporation|Sprint]] [[SIM card]]s experience issues with receiving calls.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/01/12/bug-watch-nexus-6-devices-with-sprint-sim-cards-are-having-issues-receiving-calls/|title=[Bug Watch] Nexus 6 Devices With Sprint SIM Cards Are Having Issues Receiving Calls|work=Android Police|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
* Devices with [[Sprint Corporation|Sprint]] [[SIM card]]s experience issues with receiving calls.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/01/12/bug-watch-nexus-6-devices-with-sprint-sim-cards-are-having-issues-receiving-calls/|title=[Bug Watch] Nexus 6 Devices With Sprint SIM Cards Are Having Issues Receiving Calls|work=Android Police|date=January 13, 2015 |access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
* Some devices have an issue that causes the phone's back panel to come off. The issue may be due to the glue used for the back panel or the expanding battery pack that could be a fire hazard. Motorola is offering replacements for affected devices.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.techtimes.com/articles/27101/20150117/users-report-defective-nexus-6-plastic-back-cover-falling-off-unglued.htm|title=Users Report Defective Nexus 6 Plastic Back Cover Falling Off Unglued|work=Tech Times|accessdate=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
* Some devices have an issue that causes the phone's back panel to come off. The issue may be due to the glue used for the back panel or the expanding battery pack that could be a fire hazard. Motorola is offering replacements for affected devices.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.techtimes.com/articles/27101/20150117/users-report-defective-nexus-6-plastic-back-cover-falling-off-unglued.htm|title=Users Report Defective Nexus 6 Plastic Back Cover Falling Off Unglued|work=Tech Times|access-date=March 7, 2015}}</ref>
* It is heard that Google is downgrading Nexus 6 phones from Android 7.1.1 to 7.0 for unknown reason.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/03/15/google-sending-android-7-0-ota-update-nexus-6-phones-running-7-1-1/|title=Google is sending the Android 7.0 OTA update to Nexus 6 phones running 7.1.1|date=2017-03-15|website=Android Police|access-date=2017-03-15}}</ref>
* It is heard that Google is downgrading Nexus 6 phones from Android 7.1.1 to 7.0 for unknown reason.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/03/15/google-sending-android-7-0-ota-update-nexus-6-phones-running-7-1-1/|title=Google is sending the Android 7.0 OTA update to Nexus 6 phones running 7.1.1|date=2017-03-15|website=Android Police|access-date=2017-03-15}}</ref>
* The Nexus logo on the back of the device is known to peel off.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.phonearena.com/news/Nexus-6-logo-peeling-off-No-problemo-watch-Dom-fix-it-because-Motorola-wont_id65469|title=Nexus 6 logo peeling off? No problemo, watch Dom fix it (because Motorola won't)|work=Phone Arena|access-date=2017-09-26}}</ref>
* The Nexus logo on the back of a device is known to peel off.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.phonearena.com/news/Nexus-6-logo-peeling-off-No-problemo-watch-Dom-fix-it-because-Motorola-wont_id65469|title=Nexus 6 logo peeling off? No problemo, watch Dom fix it (because Motorola won't)|work=Phone Arena|access-date=2017-09-26}}</ref>


== See also ==
== See also ==
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* {{Commons category-inline|Nexus 6}}
* {{Official website|http://www.motorola.com/us/smartphones/nexus-6/nexus-6-motorola-us.html|Motorola}}
* {{Official website|http://www.motorola.com/us/smartphones/nexus-6/nexus-6-motorola-us.html|Motorola}}
* {{Official website|https://web.archive.org/web/20150803071814/http://www.google.com/nexus/6/|Nexus 6}} – official site
* {{Official website|https://web.archive.org/web/20150803071814/http://www.google.com/nexus/6/|Nexus 6}} – official site (archived)


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This article is about the Google Android device. For Philip K. Dick's fictional Nexus-6 androids, see Replicant.

Nexus 6
Front view of the Nexus 6
CodenameShamu
DeveloperGoogle and Motorola Mobility
ManufacturerMotorola Mobility
SeriesGoogle Nexus
Compatible networks2G/3G/4G LTE
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Model XT1103 (Americas):
CDMA band class: 0/1/10
WCDMA bands: 1/2/4/5/8
LTE bands: 2/3/4/5/7/12/13/17/25/26/29/41
CA DL bands: B2-B13, B2-B17, B2-29, B4-B5, B4-B13, B4-B17, B4-B29
Model XT1100 (International):
WCDMA bands: 1/2/4/5/6/8/9/19
LTE bands: 1/3/5/7/8/9/19/20/28/41
CA DL bands: B3-B5, B3-B8
First releasedNovember 2014
DiscontinuedDecember 9, 2015
PredecessorNexus 5
SuccessorNexus 6P
Moto X Style (for Moto X Pro, China Only)
RelatedMoto X (2nd generation) and Nexus 9
TypeSmartphone
Form factorPhablet
Dimensions159.26 mm (6.270 in) H
82.98 mm (3.267 in) W
3.8–10.06 mm (0.150–0.396 in) curve
Mass184 g (6.5 oz)
Operating systemOriginal: Android 5.0 "Lollipop"
Last: Android 7.1.1 "Nougat"[1]
System-on-chipQualcomm Snapdragon 805
CPUQualcomm 2.7 GHz quad-core Krait 450
GPUAdreno 420
Memory3 GB of LPDDR3 RAM
Storage32 GB or 64 GB
Removable storageNot available
BatteryNon-removable 3.8 V 12.2 Wh (3,220 mAh),[2] Qi wireless charging, turbo charging
Display5.96 in (151 mm) 16∶9 PenTile RGBG AMOLED, 2560 × 1440 (QHD) @ 493 ppi, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 3 capacitive touchscreen[3]
SoundDual front facing stereo speakers, 3.5 mm headphone jack with 4 button headset compatibility
Rear cameraSony IMX214 Exmor R CMOS[2] 13 MP 1/3.06" (1.12-um pixels) with OIS, f/2.0 aperture and dual LED ring flash[4]
Front camera2 MP, 1.4 μm
ConnectivityMicro USB, NFC, Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 (MIMO), Nano-SIM
Data inputsMulti-touch capacitive touchscreen
OtherNotifications LED (requires root access)[5]
Websitehttps://www.google.com/nexus/6 at the Wayback Machine (archived September 28, 2015)

The Nexus 6 (codenamed Shamu) is a phablet co-developed by Google and Motorola Mobility that runs the Android operating system. It is the successor to the Nexus 5, and the sixth smartphone in the Google Nexus series, which is a family of Android consumer devices marketed by Google and built by an original equipment manufacturer partner. The Nexus 6 and the HTC Nexus 9 served as the launch devices for Android 5.0 "Lollipop".

The Nexus 6's design and hardware is very similar to that of the second-generation Moto X, which was released around the same time, with the Nexus 6 being enlarged with higher specifications.

Release[edit]

The Nexus 6 was unveiled on October 15, 2014, with pre-order availability since October 29, 2014, and a delivery date in early November.[6] Off-contract pricing in the United States was US$649 for the 32 GB model and US$699 for the 64 GB model.[7] The Nexus 6 was available through Google Play Store, Motorola Mobility, Best Buy, T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, U.S. Cellular, and Verizon Wireless in the United States.[8]

In November 2014, availability was announced for 12 other countries, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, India,[9] Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom.[10]

The AT&T version is SIM-locked, with tethering disabled until a fee is paid to enable it, and comes with custom ringtones.[11]

On January 26, 2015, Motorola (now a subsidiary of Chinese firm Lenovo) announced that a similar device would be released in China, named Moto X Pro; it excludes Google services and applications, but still runs a similarly stock version of Android.[12][13]

On April 22, 2015, it was announced that the Nexus 6 would be the only phone then supported by Google's new Project Fi venture.[14]

Following the September 2015 release of the Nexus 6's successor, the Nexus 6P, Google stopped selling the Nexus 6 on the Play Store in December 2015.[15] Google has a stated policy of at least two years of software updates and three years (or 18 months after the last sale date on the Play Store, whichever is longer) of security updates.[16] The Nexus 6 had guaranteed software updates through October 2016 and security patches through October 2017; however, Google announced that the Nexus 6 would receive the Android 7.1 update. This update was initially expected in December 2016,[17] but it was delayed until January 5, 2017[18] due to a "last minute bug".[19] In January 2017, Google announced that the Nexus 6, along with the Nexus 9 tablet, would not receive the 7.1.2 Nougat update, making 7.1.1 the last major software update from Google themselves; however, the phone was to continue to receive monthly security patches while retaining the last major Android version received until October 2017.[20]

Specifications[edit]

Hardware[edit]

The Nexus 6 is powered by a 2.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 805 processor with 3 GB of RAM, and either 32 or 64 GB of internal storage. It features a 3220 mAh battery with quick charging technology that promises to deliver six hours of operation after 15 minutes of charging.[21][22] The Nexus 6 uses a 5.96-inch (marketed as six-inch) QHD AMOLED PenTile (RGBG) display with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels (493 PPI), and includes a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), surrounded by a dual LED flash ring, and a two-megapixel camera on front.

Like its predecessor, the Nexus 6 does not have a microSD card slot, a removable battery, or an FM radio receiver/transmitter.

The Nexus 6's hardware supports USB On-The-Go for storage devices, the functionality was originally disabled by software but was enabled in later Android updates.

Variants[edit]

Model FCC id Carriers/Regions CDMA bands GSM bands UMTS bands (3G) LTE bands CA DL bands
XT1100 IHDT56QD2 International — Quad 1 / 2 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 8 / 9 / 19 FDD:1 / 3 / 5 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 19 / 20 / 28 /

TDD:41

B3-B5, B3-B8
XT1103 IHDT56QD1 US 0 / 1 / 10 Quad 1 / 2 / 4 / 5 / 8 FDD:2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 12 / 13 / 17 / 25 / 26 / 29

TDD:41

B2-B13, B2-B17, B2-29, B4-B5, B4-B13, B4-B17, B4-B29
XT1115 — China 0 Quad 1 / 2 / 5 / 8

TD-SCDMA:34 / 39

FDD:1 / 3 / 7 / 20 / 28

TDD:38 / 39 / 40 / 41

Software[edit]

The Nexus 6 was Google's first phone to launch with HDR+. HDR+ which takes a burst of shots with short exposures, selectively aligning the sharpest shots and averaging them using computational photography techniques. Short exposures avoids blur, blowing out highlights and averaging multiple shots reduces noise. HDR+ is similar to lucky imaging used in astrophotography.[23] HDR+ is processed on the Qualcomm Hexagon DSP.[24]

The Nexus 6 was released with Android 5.0 Lollipop.

The Nexus 6 was the first Android device to have integrated IMS WiFi calling on T-Mobile, which was issued via an OTA update.[25] WiFi Calling on T-Mobile's network has existed since 2007,[26] although this is the first time native WiFi calling has been integrated into the core of Android. Previously T-Mobile offered WiFi calling on select Android handsets using software from Kineto Wireless.[27]

In September 2015, Android 5.1.1 was rolled out to the Nexus 6, containing a fix for the Stagefright bug.[28]

In November 2015, Nexus 6 started receiving Android 6.0 Marshmallow update across the world.[29] The following month, the Nexus 6 became one of the first devices to get the Android 6.0.1 update.[30]

On August 22, 2016, Android 7.0 Nougat began rolling out to several supported Nexus devices; however the one for Nexus 6 was delayed. Weeks after the official roll-out, Google stated that the Nexus 6 release would come "in the coming weeks."[31] Nougat was eventually released for the Nexus 6 on October 3, 2016, 6 weeks after the official Nougat release. There has been no official statement on what caused the delay.[32]

On October 11, 2016, Google officially announced Android 7.1 Nougat after it had been debuted with the Google Pixel release the week before. This announcement confirmed that the Nexus 6, along with other supported devices, would receive Android 7.1 in early December.[17] On December 5, 2016, Google announced the official release of Android 7.1.1 Nougat[33] with most supported Google devices receiving the update; however, the Nexus 6 was not included.[34] On December 27, 2016, Google told Android Police that a "last minute bug" was discovered and will delay the update until "early January".[18] Google officially released Android 7.1.1 for the Nexus 6 on January 5, 2017.[18]

Reception[edit]

Matt Swider from TechRadar wrote: "Nexus 6 proves that Google's Nexus program is not only far from dead, it's alive and kicking with a powerful 6-inch phablet that runs its latest Android software. It's bigger than the Note 4, but not better." The Nexus 6 was given 4.5 out of 5 stars in the TechRadar review.[35]

Known issues[edit]

  • Some devices delivered through AT&T had a bug that causes the devices to boot to a black screen. AT&T will replace these defective units.[36]
  • Devices with Sprint SIM cards experience issues with receiving calls.[37]
  • Some devices have an issue that causes the phone's back panel to come off. The issue may be due to the glue used for the back panel or the expanding battery pack that could be a fire hazard. Motorola is offering replacements for affected devices.[38]
  • It is heard that Google is downgrading Nexus 6 phones from Android 7.1.1 to 7.0 for unknown reason.[39]
  • The Nexus logo on the back of a device is known to peel off.[40]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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  17. ^ a b "Coming soon: Android 7.1 Developer Preview".
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  31. ^ "Google says Nexus 6 and Nexus 9 LTE Nougat updates will be rolling out "in the coming weeks"". September 14, 2016.
  32. ^ "[Finally] Nexus 6 gets official Android 7.0 Nougat with October 5th security patch". October 3, 2016.
  33. ^ "A sweet update to Nougat: Android 7.1.1". December 5, 2016.
  34. ^ "Android 7.1.1 released for Pixel and (most) Nexus devices". December 5, 2016.
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