Thursday, 7 May 2015

Microsoft is working on two high-end Lumia smartphones codenamed 'Cityman' and 'Talkman'


The last few Microsoft Lumia smartphones have been entry-level and mid-range devices handsets, the latest being the most affordable Lumia handset to date, Lumia 430. Now Microsoft has shifted its focus on high-end devices with premium specs.

According to a report from Unleash the Phone, Microsoft is working on two high-end Lumia smartphones codenamed 'Cityman' and 'Talkman' running Windows 10. The specifications of these smartphones have also been revealed.

The Cityman will feature 5.7-inch QHD display, octa-core Qualcomm processor, 3G RAM, 32GB internal storage, a microSD card slot, 20-megapixel rear camera and 5-megapixel front facing camera. It will pack 3300mAh battery.

The Talkman features 5.2-inch QHD display, hexa-core Qualcomm processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, a microSD card slot, 20-megapixel rear camera, 5-megapixel front facing camera and a 3000 mAh removable battery.

The rear camera of both the smartphones will be equipped with triple-LED flash to support different tones for photos. Unleash the phones also states that Microsoft is going to try and make the Talkman slimmer than the Lumia 930.

In related news, The Verge have confirmed that Microsoft is working on new Windows 10 Mobile flagships codenamed Cityman and Talkman. However, The Verge points out a new feature that was not mentioned by Unleash the phones. 

It adds that Cityman will support Continuum for phones feature, allowing you to use the device like a PC. Microsoft is  planning to bundle some additional hardware with the Cityman to enable this. It is unclear whether Talkman will support Continuum feature.

Source : Unleash The Phones | The Verge

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