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Google Nexus team takes it to Reddit to answer all your questions on the Nexus 5X and 6P
August 21, 2025
We pretty much covered everything revolving the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P, but there are always specific questions people need answering. This is why the Google Nexus team took it toRedditto resolve all your doubts. Participating Googlers include Hiroshi Lockheimer, Dave Burke, Krishna Kumar and Sandeep Waraich.
Sadly, the session took place from 11 AM to 12 PM Pacific. The good news is that the Google team answered plenty of very interesting questions. We thought we should grab the most interesting ones and list them for you. Let’s jump right in, shall we?

Hi. What kind of security goes into keeping our finger prints safe when using imprint? Are the prints encrypted and stored on the device?
Any word on what panel is used for the screen in the Nexus 6P?

Is the rear facing camera on the 6P and 5X identical?
What does the “X” and the “P” stand for?

What made the team decide to partner with HUAWEI and LG this year for the Nexus devices?
Do you have a timeline for enabling of VoLTE and band 12 support for T-Mobile USA?

Where is the NFC antenna located in the 5X and 6P? I’m asking for ease of use for Android Pay and Nexus Imprint. Hopefully the NFC antenna is at the top. Thanks!
What is your favorite new feature about the phone that once I start using I won’t understand how I lived my life without it before?

Who wins the best shirt award on the Android team? Matias Duarte with his colorful dress shirts or Dave Burke with his graphic Ts?
DB> With a shirt like this, is there any competition?
How is the food were you work and what is your favorite part of working there? Thanks!
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