How to distinguish Nexus 7 (2012) and Nexus 7 (2013)

I am having trouble with Bluetooth Low Energy (BT 4.0) on a Nexus 7. I think I may have a 2012 model.

How to tell if I have a 2012 or 2013 version of the Nexus 7?

Answer

There are several physical differences

• Most notable is the different orientations of the "Nexus" logo.



• The 2013 model drops the dimpled texture on the back.


• The 2013 model also has a camera on the back, which the 2012 model lacks.


• The 2013 model has a notification LED on the front, which the 2012 model lacks.


• The 2013 model has a speaker grille on the top for stereo sound in landscape, while the 2012 model only has the bottom speaker grille.

2013:

2012: