New Microsoft Surface Phone to sport five different pre-set positions!

Today, we finally have more information about the new Microsoft Surface Phone. In details, we came across an API in the diff of Windows Build 17704. According to this leak, the foldable Surface Phone is going to feature hinges that will allow the device to rotate 360 degrees. On the other hand, the smartphone can have up to five different pre-set positions. We have the closed (with the dual screens facing each other inward), concave, convex, tent, and full modes.

Moreover, specific applications would be available on the unit depending on how it is oriented. Previously, we came across the patents showing an alarm clock while the phone is in tent mode. Moreover, we also have the convex way which one of the screens shows a virtual QWERTY similar to the setup of a laptop. On the other hand, the new Microsoft Surface Phone now has the codename, Andromeda. Besides, the smartphone is capable of making phone calls.

Reportedly, the handset is going to take power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 1000 chipset. Moreover, the folding Surface Phone is going to run on ARM processors. Additionally, the Andromeda OS is listed internally as “Factory OS Andromeda.” Besides, the codes even reveal the actual device. Based on the recent patents, it seems like the Surface Phone is now in the development phase. On the other hand, other media sites suggest that the Surface Phone can have magnets on both sides to help it fold. Besides, there was also a design for a foldable notebook style smartphone. Regarding the display, Microsoft Surface Phone specs sport two 7-inch screens with 4K resolutions.

Microsoft Surface Phone release date and price

For now, we have no additional news about the Microsoft Surface Phone’s availability. We expect to hear more from Microsoft in the upcoming months in 2018. For the cost, we can expect the Microsoft Surface Phone price to be lower than $1,000. What do you think about this Microsoft flagship? Drop a comment to let us know!