With a super-powerful processor, waterproof case and a super-charged camera, the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge should ensure Samsung keeps its spot as the world’s top phone maker for a little while longer yet. Furthermore, while the G4 was built of curved plastic, the G5 will reportedly feature a metallic, flat unibody design. There’s also talk of a new port on the bottom of the phone called the Magic Slot which could potentially lead to expansions such as different cameras or as a way to connect to a virtual reality headset. However, the rumor mill suggests that the company may unveil a phone in Surface-its much-famed line.
Advertisement
Chinese mobile manufacturers Huawei and Xiaomi are also expected to make a strong showing at the MWC.
Samsung and LG still will likely decide when to launch sales of their flagships, which will depend on the features and performances of their rivals at the MWC, they said. Reports claim that Xiaomi looks forward to un-wrap Mi 5-Mi 4’s successive model-at MWC 2016.
We’ll also be visiting a number of stands and seeing everything from VR and AR apps, to the latest in computer vision that companies like Movidius that just signed onto ‘Eyes of Things, ‘ (EoT) a multi-disciplinary tech initiative that aims to develop a computer vision-based platform for mobile devices.
Last year’s MWC saw the unveiling of the HTC Vive Developer Edition.
MWC 2016 will be kicking off next week and if you are a huge fan of mobile devices, like smartphones and tablets, then this is an event worth staying tuned to.
From the 2,000 companies exhibiting, the most high-profile reveal is expected to come from Samsung, rumored to unveil the Galaxy S7 smartphone and possibly S7 edge.
Here are the details and specs that matter to users who plan to buy LG’s new G5 in March, or sometime this year.
Lenovo confirmed at the start of the year that it will drop the Motorola brand over a phasing out period, with high-end devices using the condensed Moto branding and others featuring Lenovo’s Vibe branding.
In terms of specifications, the X Cam variant is expected to have 1.12GHz octa-core CPU, supported by a 2GB RAM, along with a 5.2-inch screen, which has 1080×1920 pixel resolution. The main screen may measure 5.3 inches and sport a Quad HD resolution.
In the run-up to the event, LG has already teased some crucial features of the smartphone, such as the always-on display and a new Quick Cover.
Advertisement
Zuckerberg’s remarks in particular will be watched closely, and likely to center around his goal to bring Internet service to poor people around the world. Of course! Apple will not release any of its products at MWC 2016.
