在多方消息來源揣測之下，Google 果真於美國時間 1/5 日，搶在 CES 正式開展的前夕，正式發表掛上 Google 自有品牌的首款 Android 手機，名字也一如網路謠言推測，稱為「Nexus One」。Nexus One 不論是在外型上與規格上，都與先前流出的資訊完全相同，而這一次美國記者會，HTC 執行長周永明也到場致意，除了因為 Nexus One 是由 HTC 代工製造之外，也代表 HTC 與 Google 有緊密的合作關係。
▲ HTC 執行長周永明手上拿著 Nexus One。
Nexus One 在規格上面，可說是目前最高階的 Android 手機之一，它採用了最新版的 Android 2.1 作業系統（但代號仍與 2.0 一樣為 Eclair），內建 Google Maps Navigation 以及直接整合 Facebook，還有語音辨識輸入的功能，另外還有 Qualcomm 1 GHz 處理器、500 萬畫素自動對焦相機、麥克風噪音消除功能、3.5 mm 耳機介面、WLAN、GPS 等等，詳細如下：
（技術規格頁面請看這裡）
● Android 2.1（Eclair）作業系統
● Qualcomm 8250 處理器，1 GHz 時脈
● 512 MB ROM / 512 MB RAM
● 支援最大 32 GB microSD（內附 4 GB）
● 119 x 59.8 x 11.5 mm / 130g
● 500 萬像素自動對焦相機
● 802.11b/g/n WLAN
● 藍牙 2.1 + EDR，A2DP
● GPS / AGPS / 電子羅盤
● 3.7 吋 WVGA AMOLED 觸控螢幕
● 3.5 mm 耳機介面
● 具噪音消除功能的第二麥克風
● 環境光源感應器 / 距離感應器 / 加速度感應器
● HSDPA / HSUPA
● 1400 mAh 電池
▲ Nexus One 背面有 500 萬像素相機。
▲ 採用 Android 2.1 版，據說是 Eclair 的改版。
Nexus One 將會有單機與綁約販售兩種方式，想買單機的話，要到 Google 開設的 Nexus One 官方網站（//www.google.com/phone）購買，美國售售價不講了，因為香港居然成為了首賣地區之一，包括美國、英國、新加坡及香港的用家，可透過上述網站，即時以信用卡，登記 Google Checkout 服務，買得 Nexus One，Google 會以 DHL 送貨。ePrice 即時試買，連運費約 $557.32，約 HK$4347。
Google Offers New Model for Consumers to Buy a Mobile Phone
Launches Nexus One, contributing further innovation to the Android ecosystem
MOUNTAIN VIEW (January 5, 2010) - Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) today unveiled a new way for consumers to purchase an Android mobile phone, a web store hosted by Google. The company is also launching the first phone offered through this new model, called the Nexus One, which combines the latest in hardware from HTC Corporation with the newest Android software.
The goal of Google's new consumer channel is to provide an efficient way to connect Google's online users with selected Android phones. The online experience of the web store has been designed with a focus on simplicity.
Through the web store found at www.google.com/phone, consumers can buy the Nexus One without service (meaning any GSM network SIM card can be inserted into the device), or purchase the phone with service from one of Google's operator partners. As new phones come to market through this channel, consumers will benefit from the ability to match a phone of their choice with the service plan that best meets their needs. Operator prices and plan details will be featured on the site.
"The Nexus One belongs in the emerging class of devices which we call ‘superphones,’ with the 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon™ chipset making it as powerful as your laptop computer of three to four years ago. It's our way to raise the bar on what's possible when it comes to creating the best mobile experience for consumers," said Andy Rubin, VP of Engineering. "We look forward to working with handset manufacturers and operators to bring more phones to market through this channel worldwide."
Nexus One Hardware Features
* Display: 3.7" AMOLED 480x800 WVGA display
* Thinness: 11.5mm; Weight: 130g
* Processor/Speed: Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 3G QSD8250 chipset, delivering speeds up to 1GHz
* Camera: 5 megapixel auto focus with flash and geo tagging
* Onboard memory: 512MB Flash, 512MB RAM
* Expandable memory: 4GB removable SD Card (expandable to 32GB)
* Noise Suppression: Dynamic noise suppression from Audience, Inc.
* Ports: 3.5mm stereo headphone jack with four contacts for inline voice and remote control
* Battery: Removable 1400 mAh
* Personalized laser engraving: Up to 50 characters on the back of the phone
* Trackball: Tri-color notification LED, alerts when new emails, chats, text messages arrive
"The Nexus One represents the unique combination of design and innovation two companies like Google and HTC can have when they collaborate," said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. "The Nexus One continues HTC’s strategy of offering people a portfolio of phones that meet their diverse needs."
Nexus One Software Innovation
The Nexus One runs on Android 2.1, a version of the platform's Eclair software, which offers advanced applications and features including:
* Google Maps Navigation: offering turn-by-turn driving directions with voice output.
* Email: multiple Gmail accounts; universal inbox and Exchange support.
* Phone book: aggregate contacts from multiple sources, including Facebook®.
* Quick Contacts: easily switch between communication and social applications.
* Android Market: access to more than 18,000 applications.
In addition, the Nexus One introduces new functionality and software enhancements:
* Enter text without typing.
* Use a voice-enabled keyboard for all text fields: speak a text message, instant message, tweet, Facebook update, or complete an email.
* Tell your phone what you want it to do.
* Search Google, call contacts, or get driving directions by just speaking into your phone.
* Take personalization to the next level.
* Dynamic, interactive, live wallpapers react to the touch of a finger.
* More widgets and five home screen panels allow for further device customization.
* Capture camera-quality pictures and video with your device.
* 5 megapixel camera includes LED flash, auto focus, zoom, white balance and color effects.
* View pictures and Picasa Web Albums in the new 3D Gallery.
* Record Hi-Res MPEG4 video, and then upload to YouTube with one click.
* Read your voicemail messages.
* Get transcribed voicemail with Google Voice integration, without changing your number.
Pricing, Availability, and Future Plans
Nexus One is initially available from the Google web store in the US without service for $529 or starting at $179 with a two-year contract from T-Mobile USA. In the near future, Verizon Wireless in the US and Vodafone in Europe plan to offer services to customers in their respective geographies. Today, consumers can go to www.google.com/phone to learn about the Nexus One and place an order. We will initially take orders from consumers in the US and three other markets – the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
In the coming months Google plans on partnering with additional operators, offering consumers access to a broad set of service plans. In the future we expect to launch more phones with Android handset partners and to expand the web store to more countries.
