Spy images of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S11 have just surfaced online, revealing quite a few key design elements of the smartphone. This is the first time the device was seen in the flesh. However, since it was covered by a leakproof case preventing the entire exterior from becoming public.
The two leaked images showcase a protruding rear camera setup, which is in line with previous reports claiming that the rear camera hump adds 1.1mm thickness to the S11’s body. The Galaxy S11 is likely to feature a wide camera cutout, which should leave a considerable gap between the phone and the surface on which it rests. The hump is an unavoidable part of the design, as the Galaxy S11 accommodates a 108-megapixel primary sensor along with a telephoto lens capable of 5x optical zoom.
What is Known About the Samsung Galaxy S11 So Far…
According to the latest rumors, the Samsung Galaxy S11+ is likely to sport a massive 5,000 mAh battery. This is a major update over the existing Galaxy S10+, which sports a 4,100 mAh battery. The increase in battery capacity perfectly complements the additional energy requirements of the display, which is expected to offer a 120Hz refresh rate. Staying in tune with the S11 series, the S11e is also slated to feature a bigger battery, as Samsung is likely to introduce a display with a 90Hz refresh rate on the device.
The Galaxy S11 is slated to arrive in two variants. One with the recently-unveiled Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, and the other with the Exynos 990 (Exynos 9830). Both chipsets are 5G-enabled and feature up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of native storage depending on the variant. Unlike the Exynos 990, Qualcomm confirmed that the SD865 does not feature a built-in 5G modem. Samsung reportedly plans to introduce the Snapdragon variant in the Asian market, including Malaysia and India. The company previously sold flagships with Exynos processors in the region.
The Galaxy S11 is also likely to sport wireless charging, IP68 certification, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. Samsung is currently working on its upgraded UI, One UI 2.0, which should also make an appearance on the S11. The smartphone will run on Android 10 out-of-the-box. Samsung will offer the Galaxy S11 with both 4G and 5G compatibility, instead of only offering 5G.
Samsung Galaxy S11 Price and Availability (Rumored)
Keeping up with its tradition, Samsung will likely launch the Galaxy S11 lineup in February 2020. The devices are expected to hit the showrooms by March. There is no word on pricing yet. However, rumors suggest that the S11 series will be priced similarly to the S10 range. While the 8GB + 128GB of the Galaxy S10 was priced at $899.99, the 8GB + 512GB variant sported a $1149.99 price tag. Even though Samsung might stick to the same prices, it is better to anticipate higher pricing. Viewers are requested to read the information with a pinch of salt, as Samsung is yet to officially confirm any of these claims.
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