As major tech companies like Samsung, LG, and Nokia started rolling out their own foldable devices, Microsoft is gearing up to launch its own device with a foldable concept, which they dubbed as the Surface Phone. According to reports, the much-awaited Microsoft Surface Phone is going to be a great contender against Apple's iPhone 8.
People have been always on a look out on Redmond, Washington-based tech giant's releases of its latest devices in the market. Nevertheless, in 2016, the tech giant has filed a patent in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a mobile device having a flexible hinge structure. According to The Marshall Town, Microsoft is developing a foldable smartphone-size screen based on the filed patent.
In January 2017, The USPTO granted Microsoft's patent request. The rumor mill has it that Microsoft's foldable Surface Phone is going to be available in three variants. Even so, it is speculated that the highly-anticipated device could be a great contender against top end devices, like Google's Pixel XL and Apple's iPhone 8.
Furthermore, the concept of smartphones is expected to be changed with the release of the widely anticipated Microsoft Surface Phone. Learn Bonds claims that the forthcoming Microsoft Surface Phone would be a great rival against Apple. Though the Cupertino-based tech giant is currently having a tough competition, such as Lenovo, Samsung, and Huawei, Apple's strongest contender is said to be Microsoft.
It is worth noting that with Microsoft's Surface Pro, Surface Book, and Surface Studios' arrival, these have given the company an edge over its competitors. With this, tech enthusiasts are even more excited about the upcoming Microsoft Surface Phone.
Apparently, the Microsoft Surface Phone will be sporting a 5.5 AMOLED display while Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 processor will be powering the handset. The upcoming device is said to be packed with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage capacity.
When it regards to Microsoft's Surface Phone's optics, it is said that it will boast a whopping 12MP rear facing camera and an 8MP front-facing one. As per Trusted Reviews, the anticipated price range of this flagship device will be from $699 up to $1,100.