Microsoft Surface Phone is a rumored to come in 3 versions and will be priced at $700-$1100. (Photo : Twitter/Nokibar)
The new Windows smartphone, tagged as Surface Phone, is rumored to be introduced by Microsoft on its Oct. 26 event. The Surface Phone has long been trotted out as a handset oriented for professionals and should include the Continuum feature in its chassis.
Although the Redmond-based tech firm neither confirmed nor denied the future phone, rampant rumors suggest that the company is gearing up to unveil the device on Windows 10's major event slated to take place on Oct. 26, where more details about the upcoming device will be unveiled.
The new Surface Phone will center on being a productivity hub and will include knack for added security after the huge failure of Lumia series. PCTablet reported that Microsoft has done a great amount of research to build a new smartphone which will meet the expectations of users.
A notable feature on security and enhanced user experience of the Windows 10 is expected of the upcoming Microsoft Surface Phone. Under the hood, the handset will integrate a fingerprint sensor right on top of its display. Microsoft already has a pending patent for this feature, tagged as Fingerprint Detection with Transparent Cover, to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Headline & Global News learned.
Another feature expected on the Surface Phone is its Mobile Continuum feature. According to Windows' description on its website, "Continuum turns your phone into a big-screen projector and a big-time productivity tool. Use a dock or adapter to connect to a TV or monitor, then use your apps and see your content on a larger screen."
According to rumors, the Microsoft Surface Phone will be available in three models: enthusiast edition, business model and consumer model. The device's base model will ship in 4GB being the entry level. According to rumors, customers can expect 6GB and 8GB RAM variants to be available.
In addition, the Microsoft Surface Phone will boast a 20MP rear camera that utilizes a Carl Zeiss lens and an 8MP front camera. Added accessories packed together with the handset are a smaller Surface Pen included and a USB Type-C Port for faster charging and data transfers.
Although the Microsoft Surface Phone is already packed with impressive specs, the device's release date is expected to be delayed due to the fact that the upcoming update to the latest OS (Operating System) codenamed Windows 10 Redstone 2 is scheduled to hit the store shelves next spring.
