The Google Nexus 9's solid list of up-to-date specs is one of its best attributes. Paired with Android's printing ability and NFC capabilities, the tablet can act double as a low-key option for productivity purposes. While not directly aimed at the traveling multi-tasker, Google offers a keyboard case for taking your work on the Nexus 9 to go. I like the new look, but it lacks the handy "close all" function.Ī closer look at the spiffy new notifications. The Overview menu takes up the entire screen and apps are displayed like a large stack of cards that look like whatever screen you left them on. Instead of a small bar on the side of the screen displaying medium-sized tile-like thumbnails, the open apps are front and center. The Android navigation bar stapled to the bottom of the screen also gets a minimalist facelift and the square on the far right, previously known as the recent apps key is now known as the Overview menu. If you swipe down again, the menu expands and reveals a few useful settings shortcuts, including brightness level, Wi-Fi, and flashlight. Swipe from top to bottom once and you'll see your notifications. The quick settings pull-down menu, accessible by swiping down from the top of the screen, displays notifications that now look similar to cards you'd see on your Google Now homepage. You'll also find a pair of speakers that slyly blend into the tablet's front facade, bookending the screen next to the bezels.Ī widget-heavy home screen (left) a glimpse of the Overview menu (right). They're virtually camouflaged and understatedly contribute to the Nexus 9's clean design - though they're a little difficult to find without looking. The brushed metal frame that wraps around its body provides a wide enough edge to rest fingers on, minimizing inevitable smudges on the bezel.Īlmost flush to the tablet's right edge, the power button and volume rocker are stealthy details. ![]() The 8.9-inch tablet, available in black, white and gold, dons a smooth matte back with a soft grip and rounded corners.
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