Come take a look at the future of Android
The Nexus 5 is upon us, and with it Android 4.4 KitKat. The latest Nexus handset combines high-end Android hardware with the latest pure Android straight from Google. In the new OS version, KitKat, the stock UI has seen its biggest visual overhaul since Android 4.0, with brighter colors replacing the old “Holo” blue. Many of the staple Android apps have been overhauled too — text messages are now handled by Hangouts, the dialer has turned into a sort of digital yellow pages, and Google Now is now built into the stock launcher.
Software often soaks up much of the attention when there’s a new Nexus phone, but the the Nexus 5’s hardware is impressive in its own right. The (very soft) soft-touch back and sides . The jury’s still out on the device’s camera — we’ll need to test it some more in the days ahead — but if nothing else it’s a welcome improvement on the Nexus 4’s disappointing shooter. And as we’ve seen on other high-end Android phones, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 800 CPU screams with performance.
All in all, we’re looking at one of the most impressive Android phones of the year. Check past the break to watch our video walkthrough of Android 4.4 KitKat and the new Google Nexus 5.