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Samsung Galaxy S8 Price, Release Date, Specifications, Rumors: Everything We Know So Far

Madhu
First Posted: Nov 01, 2016 04:30 AM EDT

Needless to mention, that in the wake of the Galaxy Note 7 explosion recall, the smartphone maker has indeed a lot at stake with the Samsung Galaxy S8 release date. Although Samsung is already promoting its next flagship quite aggressively claiming that it will sport a sleek design, an augmented camera, and an improved artificial intelligence feature, they will have to perhaps make some real good effort to convince the customers that the phone is safe! So, let's take a look at all the rumors related to the Samsung Galaxy S8 price, release date, specs and features.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Price Rumors

Considering rumors about the Samsung Galaxy S8 specs, it's likely that the handset will come with a higher price tag due to added component expenses. Although, after the Galaxy Note 7 explosion debacle the company may be inclined to drop the price slightly or at least keep it where it is, they also need to recover the lost money as fast as possible and hence, the Galaxy S8 is guaranteed to carry a higher price tag. The price Android Authority reported could be the same as the Galaxy S7 models that is, $669 for the 32GB unlocked variant and $769 for the 32 GB Edge version.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Specs Rumors-

If rumors are to be believed, that the next gen Galaxy handset will flaunt a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 4k resolution, 6GB RAM, and Snapdragon 830 processor or Exynos chipset.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Design-

As far as the design is concerned, the Lee Kyeong-tae (Samsung Vice President of mobile) said that the Galaxy S8 will sport a sleek design. According to Tech Times, sources from the Samsung manufacturing channel reported that there will be two models of the Galaxy S8 named as Dream and Dream2, and will feature curved screens.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Features-

From what we hear, Samsung claims to upgrade the artificial intelligence service in its Galaxy S8. According to leaks, the handset may also support Google Daydream VR headset while it will also work with the Samsung Gear VR headset alongside.

Samsung Galaxy Release Date Rumors

If you are expecting the Samsung Galaxy S8 launch date to be next month, then it may not be the story as the company has no plans for a quick launch. The most sensible prediction for the Samsung Galaxy S8 release date for now is February 26, 2017. The Galaxy S8 availability is said to be possibly within 2-3 weeks from the launch.

We can already sense that excitement in the air for the most coveted handset, Samsung Galaxy S8. Do you? Let us know in comments below.

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