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Google’s Nexus line might soon include a new tablet.
Google plans to launch an 8-inch tablet in April, dubbed the Nexus 8, to complement its current Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 offerings, Digitimes reported on Friday, citing people in the supply chain. Digitimes has a spotty record when it comes to accurate predictions, however, so its report should be taken with the proverbial grain of salt.
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Still, this isn’t the first time that we’ve heard rumblings of an 8-inch Nexus hitting store shelves at some point. According to Digitimes’ sources, the move reflects Google’s desire to deliver more value to customers who might otherwise choose a 7-inch slate.
Google worked with Asus on the Nexus 7, and it will likely continue the partnership for the Nexus 8, according to Digitimes’ sources. The 8-inch tablet will launch with initial shipments of two million units, said the report.
CNET has contacted Google for comment. We will update this story when we have more information.
