There is a variety of smartphone models still up for release this year and most mobile makers have yet to confirm launch dates for the upcoming phones.

One smartphone that many people are keeping an eye on is the latest Nexus model. We have been hearing some reports of the newly improved Nexus 5 since early this year, but there have not been any reports of its release date and specs until now.

Reports indicate that Google is gearing up to launch the Nexus 5 2015 by LG by this October. According to GizmoChina the upcoming smartphone will have the following specs and features:

LG Nexus 5 2015 Specs

Screen Display: 1920 x 1080p P-OLED HD

Screen Size: 5.2 inch

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 620

RAM: 4GB

Internal Storage: 64GB

Rear Camera: 13MP with Laser Autofocus, OIS, and dual-tone LED flash

Front Camera: 4MP with iris detection and RGB-IR sensor

Battery: 3180 mAh non-removable

Frame: Aluminum with matte black plastic back cover

OS: Android M

LG Nexus 5 2015 Features

- Built-in fingerprint scanner

- Rear power button

- Dual front-facing speakers

- USB-C Connector

- Quick charging technology 2.0

- Bluetooth 4.2

- MediaTek MT3188 wireless charging receiver

- Wi-Fi capability

- Support for Android Pay

Reports have also indicated that the price range for the Nexus 5 2015 could be around $400, which is good news for dedicated Nexus users who were heartbroken when the Nexus 6 came out with a premium price tag.

Of course, all of these rumors and reports are exciting, but they have to be taken with a grain of salt as Google and its partners have yet to confirm any of the reports.

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