The Accessories section of the Google Store just got busier. With the introduction of the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P, Google needed to bring in new cases and cables. Both phones need to cases to protect them (and maybe add style), but the inclusion of cables is more important as Google has implemented USB Type-C ports with the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. So now there are all different types of cables that allow your device with a USB Type-C port to work with other phones, ports, and chargers.
Hit the break to see the accessories Google is now selling.
Nexus 5X cases:
- Nexus 5X Folio ($39)
- Nexus 5X Case ($34)
- ADOPTED Protective Case for Nexus 5X ($19)
- Speck CandyShell Grip Case for Nexus ($34)
Nexus 6P cases:
- Nexus 6P Folio ($49)
- Nexus 6P Case ($34)
- ADOPTED Protective Case for Nexus 6P ($19)
- Speck CandyShell Grip Case for Nexus ($34)
USB Type-C chargers and cables:
The USB Type-C to HDMI Adapter is not confirmed working on the Nexus 5X or the 6P. The Type-C port needs to be video enabled, and Google has not said these devices are video enabled. It’s not under the list of accessories in the Google Store for the 5X or the 6P either. My guess is that they didn’t implement this as a feature as they would rather you used Chromecast. Could be wrong, just have to wait until users get their phones and test it out.
Don’t suppose anyone has seen the Adopted Protective 6P case up close? Does it flatten the phone out or is the camera bump still there with it on?
Doesn’t look like anything changes with the camera bump. Look closely at the shadowing in the images.