Nexus facts for kids

Nexus is a word that means a central point or a connection between things. Think of it like the main hub where many roads meet, or the link that joins different parts together. In technology, "Nexus" often refers to a series of devices made by Google. It can also mean a group of people or things that are closely connected.

What Was Google Nexus?

The Google Nexus was a special line of electronic devices, like smartphones and tablets, created by Google. These devices ran on Google's Android operating system. Google worked with different phone makers, such as HTC, Samsung, LG, and Huawei, to build these devices.

Why Google Made Nexus Devices

Google made Nexus devices for a few important reasons:

• To show off Android: They wanted to show how their Android operating system could work best. Nexus devices always had the newest version of Android first.
• Pure Android experience: These devices offered a "pure" Android experience. This meant they didn't have extra apps or changes added by phone companies.
• Developer friendly: Nexus devices were popular with app developers. They were easy to use for testing new apps and software.

Popular Nexus Devices

Over the years, several Nexus devices were released:

• Nexus One: This was the very first Google Nexus smartphone, released in 2010. It was made by HTC.
• Nexus S: Launched in 2010, this phone was made by Samsung. It was one of the first phones to have NFC (Near Field Communication) technology.
• Galaxy Nexus: Released in 2011, this phone was also made by Samsung. It was known for its curved screen and was very popular.
• Nexus 7: This was a popular tablet made by Asus, first released in 2012. It was a smaller, affordable tablet.
• Nexus 5: Made by LG and released in 2013, this smartphone was known for being a great value.
• Nexus 6: A larger smartphone made by Motorola, released in 2014.
• Nexus 9: A tablet made by HTC, released in 2014.
• Nexus 5X and 6P: These were the last Nexus smartphones, released in 2015. The 5X was made by LG, and the 6P by Huawei.

The End of Nexus and Rise of Pixel

Google stopped making Nexus devices in 2016. They then launched a new line of smartphones called Google Pixel. Pixel phones are also made by Google and offer a similar "pure Android" experience, but with even more focus on Google's own hardware and software design.

Nexus in Professional Wrestling

The word "Nexus" has also been used in other areas. For example, in professional wrestling, "The Nexus" was the name of a wrestling group (or "stable") in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). This group was formed in 2010 and was made up of new wrestlers who had competed in a show called NXT. They were known for causing trouble and trying to take over the wrestling show.

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In Spanish: Nexus para niños