Samsung Galaxy Nexus Prime Release Date to See a Verizon Launch on Nov. 21?
The Samsung Galaxy Nexus smartphone could see a Verizon launch Nov. 21, according to a published report of a leaked playbook by the carrier.
Announced on Oct. 21, the feature-packed Galaxy Nexus combines the branding of Samsung’s premier line of Android-based devices with the Google Nexus brand.
Some unique features of the phone is facial recognition application that allows users to unlock the Galaxy Nexus simply by smiling so users do not have the burden of remembering a password.
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Other features of the Galaxy Nexus include an HD Super AMOLED display 720p (1280×720 pixels), "ensuring vivid colors and excellent picture clarity."
One application for the new smartphone is Touch To Beam, which allows users to share media, apps or information simply by holding two enabled devices together. Touch To Beam works with voice input texting and built-in Google+ social networking.
According to NewsFactor.com, the candybar-form, rounded design of the Galaxy Nexus measures just 8.94mm thick.
However some rumors circulating on the tech market say that Verizon is not the exclusive carrier of Galaxy Nexus. Either way the phone is being marketed by Samsung as "simple, beautiful and beyond smart."
"The level of interest and anticipation surrounding the release of the Galaxy Nexus has been fantastic," Simon Stanford, Samsung's Head of Mobile operations for the U.K. and Ireland, said in a statement.
It is important to remember that the official launch date for the Galaxy Nexus is not confirmed. In an email message to NewsFactor.com, Verizon spokeswoman Brenda Raney did not deny the report but said, "We have not announced an availability date for this device."
Wireless Anaylst Gerry Purdy of MobilTrax said it is common for U.S. carriers and their vendors to delay providing a firm release date in advance. According to Purdy, carriers want to avoid complications with FCC certification.
"Sometimes that takes longer than expected," Purdy said. "They are constantly pursuing a roadmap, but sometimes they run into glitches that cause problems. They don't mean to do it that way."
