# Nexus 7

> first generation Nexus 7 tablet (2012)

**Wikidata**: [Q49049](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q49049)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nexus_7_(2012))  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/nexus-7

## Summary

The Nexus 7 was established on July 13, 2012.

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for the **Nexus 7 (2012)**:

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## Summary  
The Nexus 7 (2012) is the first-generation 7-inch Android tablet co-developed by Google and ASUS. Released in July 2012, it ran Android Jelly Bean and was marketed as an affordable, high-performance device for media consumption and productivity. It was succeeded by the Nexus 7 2nd Gen in 2013.

## Key Facts  
- **Release Date**: July 13, 2012 ([reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nexus_7_(2012))).  
- **Developer**: Google, manufactured by ASUS.  
- **Operating System**: Originally Android Jelly Bean (4.1), upgradable to Android Lollipop (5.0).  
- **Dimensions**: 120 mm (width) × 198.5 mm (height) × 10.45 mm (thickness) ([reference](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nexus_7_(2012))).  
- **Display**: 7-inch IPS panel with a 16:9 aspect ratio.  
- **Storage Options**: 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB variants.  
- **Battery**: 4,325 mAh lithium polymer battery.  
- **Discontinued**: July 24, 2013.  
- **Preceded/Succeeded By**: Followed by the Nexus 7 2nd Gen (2013).  

## FAQs  
### Q: What operating system did the Nexus 7 (2012) run?  
A: It launched with Android Jelly Bean (4.1) and was later upgradable to Android Lollipop (5.0).  

### Q: Who manufactured the Nexus 7 (2012)?  
A: Google co-developed the tablet, but ASUS handled the hardware manufacturing.  

### Q: Was the Nexus 7 (2012) sold globally?  
A: Yes, it was distributed via Google Play and retail partners worldwide.  

## Why It Matters  
The Nexus 7 (2012) marked Google’s entry into the budget tablet market, offering premium specs at a competitive price. It popularized the 7-inch form factor, balancing portability and usability, and set a benchmark for affordable Android tablets. Its success influenced later devices in the Nexus/Pixel lineup and demonstrated the viability of high-quality, low-cost tablets. The partnership with ASUS also highlighted Google’s strategy of collaborating with hardware manufacturers to optimize Android’s user experience.

## Notable For  
- **First Nexus Tablet**: Google’s debut in the tablet market under the Nexus brand.  
- **Affordable Premium Device**: Offered high-end specs (like an IPS display and Tegra chip) at a lower price than competitors.  
- **Software Optimization**: Showcased Android Jelly Bean’s tablet-friendly features, such as Google Now and expanded notifications.  

## Body  
### Specifications  
- **Processor**: NVIDIA Tegra 3 system-on-chip.  
- **RAM**: 1 GB.  
- **Storage**: 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB (non-expandable).  
- **Connectivity**: Micro-USB, 3.5mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi, and optional cellular models.  
- **Camera**: 1.2 MP front-facing camera (no rear camera).  

### Software  
- **Launch OS**: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.  
- **Final OS**: Upgradable to Android 5.1 Lollipop.  

### Development & Discontinuation  
- **Announced**: June 2012 at Google I/O.  
- **Discontinued**: July 2013 to make way for the second-generation model.  

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## References

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