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First impressions of the Google Nexus S 4G

By // May 9, 2011, 10:19 PM PST

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  • Nexus S 4G retail box

    Google's pure Android phone designed for the developer and person who wants the latest and greatest Android OS first should consider the Nexus S 4G. The specs are the same as the Samsung Nexus S with a 4G WiMAX radio on Sprint.

    Check out my ZDNet Smartphones and Cell Phones blog for more details on the Nexus S 4G.

  • Samsung Nexus S 4G retail box

    The Google Nexus S 4G comes in the traditional solid white box with primary color highlights. There is a glossy image of the device on the front with simple design details on the box.

  • Nexus S 4G box contents

    The retail box includes the Nexus S 4G, battery, USB cable, wired stereo headset, A/C adapter, and some pamphlets.

  • Cables and headset

    You can see the primary color scheme in the box with the essential cables and a headset.

  • Nexus S 4G in hand

    The Nexus S 4G fits well in my hand and has the same design as the existing T-Mobile version of the device.

  • Front facing camera

    You will find a small VGA front facing camera to the right of the headset speaker.

  • Back of the Nexus S 4G

    The back houses a 5 megapixel camera, flash, and speaker opening. It is high gloss plastic, which is what Samsung usually uses.

  • Upper back of the Nexus S 4G

    A 5 megapixel camera with support for 720p recording is found on the upper part of the back.

  • Volume button on upper left side

    There is a small volume button on the left side, which is where I prefer to have it on my devices.

  • Bottom of the Nexus S 4G

    The microUSB port, microphone opening, and 3.5mm headset jack are found on the bottom of the Nexus S 4G.

  • Right side of the Nexus S 4G

    The power button is found on the right side of the device.

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Nexus S 4G retail box

Google's pure Android phone designed for the developer and person who wants the latest and greatest Android OS first should consider the Nexus S 4G. The specs are the same as the Samsung Nexus S with a 4G WiMAX radio on Sprint.

Check out my ZDNet Smartphones and Cell Phones blog for more details on the Nexus S 4G.

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