Jan. 5 - Gadget lovers finally get a peek at the much anticipated phone from Google. Bobbi Rebell, Reuters
Google VP Mario Queiroz unveiling the web giant's first direct to consumer smartphone on a webcast. The Nexus One will run on Google's own Android operating system and will feature a touchscreen display. Google is also opening up an online store so consumers can purchase the phone directly.
Its cost: $179 with a contract with TMobile. A Verizon Wireless version will be available in the spring -- as well as a Vodafone version for Europe.
But for consumers who want to forgo a subsidized plan- they can buy a so-called unlocked version for $529.
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