The Google Nexus 5 (16 GB LG-D820) used in this review was kindly provided byNegri Electronics.

The front panel of the Nexus 5 is pretty much as minimalist as phones come.

The back of the handset should be familiar to anyone who has a 2013-model Nexus 7.

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There’s prominent landscape-oriented Nexus branding, a small LG logo beneath and a sizable camera unit.

Around the edges of the unit there’s the usual array of features.

Autobrightness is quick and responsive, which again is great to see.