The popular Nexus 5 handset gets a new crimson paint job, and is available online today. by Lynn La February 4, 2014 11:19 AM PST The popular Nexus 5 now comes in a blazing red hue. (Credit: Google) Looks like the rumor was true after all -- Google's flagship smartphone, the Nexus 5, is sporting a new red hue, and users can buy it today at the Play Store. Related stories Why I just can't put down the Google Nexus 5 Alleged Sprint memo details red Nexus 5 hitting Play Store on February 4 Google could swap Nexus line with Google Play by 2015 We most recently caught wind of a possible crimson color last week, when an internal Sprint memo detailing a red Nexus was leaked online. However, the new shade has gone official now that users can purchase it at the Play Store. It's still available unlocked for $349 (16GB) and $399 (32GB). Other colors include black and white, and Google sells phone bumpers in gray, yellow, and red as well. When we reviewed the phone back in November, we were impressed by its impressive construction, sharp screen, and clear call quality. In addition, its price point makes it one of the cheapest high-quality unlocked phones in the market. A look at the Google Nexus 5 (pictures) 1-2 of 15 Scroll Left Scroll Right
The popular Nexus 5 handset gets a new crimson paint job, and is available online today.
The popular Nexus 5 now comes in a blazing red hue.
(Credit: Google)
Looks like the rumor was true after all -- Google's flagship smartphone, the Nexus 5, is sporting a new red hue, and users can buy it today at the Play Store.
Related stories
- Why I just can't put down the Google Nexus 5
- Alleged Sprint memo details red Nexus 5 hitting Play Store on February 4
- Google could swap Nexus line with Google Play by 2015
We most recently caught wind of a possible crimson color last week, when an internal Sprint memo detailing a red Nexus was leaked online.
However, the new shade has gone official now that users can purchase it at the Play Store.
It's still available unlocked for $349 (16GB) and $399 (32GB). Other colors include black and white, and Google sells phone bumpers in gray, yellow, and red as well.
When we reviewed the phone back in November, we were impressed by its impressive construction, sharp screen, and clear call quality. In addition, its price point makes it one of the cheapest high-quality unlocked phones in the market.
