Google's Nexus lineup may not sell well, but still challenges Android makers

Computerworld - It's been nearly four years since Google sold its first Nexus device running Android, the Nexus One smartphone, in January 2010.

In smartphone terms, four years can seem like a decade, especially when most smartphones turn over in two years.

So it's certainly fair to ask: Has Google's Nexus smartphone and tablet series -- featuring no software modifications beyond basic Android and coming unlocked from carriers -- had much of an impact, if not in sales, then in the overall market?

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