DigiTimes: 2nd generation Nexus 7 launching at Google I/O

According to a report from DigiTimes, Google is planning to launch its second generation Nexus 7 tablet at its annual I/O conference, slated this year for May. The report comes just a mere three months after the release of the HSPA+ Nexus 7’s and the 32GB models. DigiTimes claims the new tablet with boast a higher-resolution display, a thinner bezel and a thinner and lighter form factor. DigiTimes also reports it will probably be running Android Jelly 4.2, but could launch with Key Lime Pie if it’s released at the same time of tablet. 

 

Google I/O scheduled for a three day run starting May 15th and ending May 17th. 

Nexus 7 Pre-Orders Shipping

Were you one of the lucky ones? Did you Pre-order yourself a Nexus 7 from the Google Play store them self? Because if you did, you order should be shipping. As noted by TheVerge, all Play pre orders are shipping and are expected to deliver in 3 business days. Other retailers like GameStop and Staples are expected to sell the quad core tablet by weeks end and other local shops and websites will sell it shortly as well.
So, if you’d like to pick one up yourself, click here and keep in mind, tax and shipping does apply.