Rumour: A $99 Nexus Tablet From Google and Asus?
The rumour
The Nexus 7 had arrived that year at a very low price for a top tablet. According to the source, Asus and Google planned two new models before the year ended. They would be thinner than the current one and use panels from the Taiwan-based maker HannStar. The most striking part was the price: one model at $99 and another at $199.
How it could work
The author did not know how a tablet could be built at that price. One idea was the Amazon approach, where hardware is sold at a loss and revenue comes from content purchases. The author said they would spend more on content if the tablet cost next to nothing.
What to remember
- This was only a rumour from a single source.
- No price or release date came from Google or Asus.
- The outcome is not covered in the original post.
Frequently asked questions
Was a $99 Nexus tablet confirmed?
Not in this report. It was a rumour and should be treated as unconfirmed.
Which companies were involved?
Asus, which built the Nexus 7, and Google.
Why would a company sell a tablet so cheaply?
One theory was selling hardware at a loss and earning money from apps, music, films and other content.