Prime Time Nexus News: Samsung Galaxy Nexus Release Officially Tonight 12/15!

Samsung galaxy Nexus

Finally, Verizon Wireless has spoken the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Nexus will go on sale tomorrow/tonight 12/15. Verizon Wireless Tweeted the news earlier today.  The Verizon website showed off a simulator to try out the Nexus.

We contacted Verizon spokeswoman Brenda Raney who confirmed the price of $299.99 and release time of 1:00 AM EST (10:00 PM PST).

So how can you get a Samsung Galaxy Nexus?

We suggest you check at Verizon Wireless online 1:00 AM EST if you want to avoid traffic and lines. Be sure to refresh your browser if you have visited the Verizon website, previously.

There is so much written about the next Nexus and first Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone, we thought it would be nice to review its specs and details.

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus has been so popular it is the only unlocked smartphone to make it to the best of the year lists. The manual for the Galaxy Nexus has been leaked online.  Reading the manual before you buy and try is a great way to get ready.  Let's review the firsts and features of the Galaxy Nexus.

There are many firsts for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus:

  • It is the first Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone(see features).
  • First 4.65" HD Super AMOLED touchscreen.
  • First Verizon smartphone with Android Beam to beam information to other smartphones.

Other Features of the Verizon Samsung Galaxy Nexus:

  • 1.2 GHz dual-core TI OMAP4460  processor with HTML web browser.
  •  5MP camera with zero lag, 1.3MP front-facing camera.
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 1750 mAh Battery.
  • Mobile hotspots for up to 5 connections.
  • Textured back cover.
  • Bluetooth 3.0.
  • Connects to 4G LTE  or 3G.