Nexus 7 2016 Release Date, Specs & News: New Tablet Launching At Developer's Conference? Device Debuting With Android N [Rumors]

Google's Nexus 7 2016 is coming and there are widespread speculations that the device will be launched at the I/0 Developer's conference happening in May. The alleged 7-inch tablet will be featured with the newest Android N software when it hits the market in October.

Google's annual conference is scheduled to take place between May 18 to 20 and it is expected that the company will make important announcements to the improvements on its Android products, specifically its tablet software. In line with this, the tech giant might also reveal its newest tablet device, especially since Google hasn't released one last year. Thus, analysts believe it will be announcing the new Nexus 7 2016 tablet at this event. 

Know Your Mobile reports that Taiwan's HTC is developing the latest device for Google, which is believed to be currently in its test run phase. Aside from having Android N as its operating system, the Nexus 7 2016 tablet is also speculated to have Google's 3-D Touch feature as well as other details that could help with efficiency and productivity, per Australia Network.

Crossmap reports that the gadget will also be packed with an NVIDIA Tegra X1 processor and 4 GB RAM. The company plans to market the Nexus 7 2016 to businesses and professionals who need an organized, user-friendly and competent gadget.

While Google has not officially confirmed the existence of the device, there are hints that the company is working alongside HTC for the Nexus 7 2016. Know Your Mobile additionally reports that HTC is also developing a new mobile phone for Google, aside from the tablet, and there are plans to develop more as the partnership with these two companies is boosted by a three-year deal. In fact, old Nexus gadgets have been selling at discounted prices of late, suggesting that the company is clearing its inventory for new models that could be coming in.

More information should be out about the Nexus 7 2016 and the Google-HTC partnership before the conference starts.