Google Nexus 9 release date rumored for October - dates confuse buyers

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The Google Nexus 9 release date is reportedly happening in the next month or so. A lot of possible launch dates are popping up, which tends to confuse buyers on when the device will hit the shelves of the stores.

Google is bound to release an 8.9-inch display tablet soon -- the tablet currently dubbed as Nexus 9.  A report from Android Authority, which cited two different sources familiar with Google's plans, revealed that the tablet will be released alongside "a new software initiative" and will debut either on Oct. 15 or 16.

Previous reports have claimed that the device will be released on Oct. 8, since the Taiwanese manufacturer will hold an event on the said schedule. Meanwhile, developer Paul O'Brien shared in his Twitter account that the new slab of Nexus tablet will debut on the 24th of October in an event, and the device will be available through a U.K. carrier. Some reports boldly say that the tablet will be released on Oct. 31 or in November.

Reports added that HTC Nexus 9's 8.9-inch screen display will have a 2048 x 1440 pixel resolution at 221 dpi.  It will also have 2 GB RAM, and HTC's famous front-facing speakers. Reports also stated that there will be a bump in the price of the tablet.

It is said that the 16 GB version of the Nexus 9 will cost $399, while the 32GB will be up for $499. The LTE version of the tablet can go up as much as $600. There are speculations that the alleged HTC-made Nexus 9 will replace Google's previous tablets – Nexus 7 and Nexus 10.

Moreover, the Google Nexus 9 will come with various case accessories, including a keyboard folio. The tech giant will fuse the features and capabilities of iPad's Smart Cover and Surface Pro's Type Cover keyboard. However, due to the smaller width, users can expect the keys to be more cramped compared to a standard keyboard. However, it will give access to QWERTY keys as well as to Android function keys.