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From foldable phones to edgeless screens, these 6 smartphone trends are going to rule 2017

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Jan 25, 2017, 15:41 IST

Edgeless screens on devices

Edgeless screens on devices — As per the Flipkart report, a smartphone typically has a screen area of 75-80%, devices like the recently showcased Mi MIX, goes beyond with a screen-to-face ratio of 91.3%. This is achieved by using a new technology from Elliptic Labs. Even Samsung S7 Edge offers a boundless experience due to its curved display and narrow metal edges.

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A foldable Samsung and the future of the Note

A foldable Samsung and the future of the Note — Battery is one of the main concerns for any smartphone maker because of which power banks were sold like hot cakes. However, battery life has seen a significant change in recent times and in 2017, it is going to be about quick charging and USB-C Port. Newly launched smartphones are adopting this new feature. Cables will carry more power to the battery by using technology such as Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 4, which will provide enough juice for the smartphone to run for five hours in just five minutes.

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Quick charging with USB-C Port

Quick charging with USB-C Port — Battery is one of the main concerns for any smartphone maker because of which power banks were sold like hot cakes. However, battery life has seen a significant change in recent times and in 2017, it is going to be about quick charging and USB-C Port. Newly launched smartphones are adopting this new feature. Cables will carry more power to the battery by using technology such as Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 4, which will provide enough juice for the smartphone to run for five hours in just five minutes.

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Leaner and faster processors

Leaner and faster processors — In a bid to give out smoother graphical experience and faster application, smartphone processors are all set to take a giant leap. Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 835 processor will face off against the Mediatek Helio X30 featuring 10 CPU cores—the most on any processor so far.

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Virtual Reality (VR) at the doorstep

Virtual Reality (VR) at the doorstep — We all know VR is going to be the future. Google Daydream is a mobile platform for virtual reality games and apps. In India, Pixel and Pixel XL are the smartphones supporting Daydream VR. This means the phones are compatible with Google’s headset allowing the user to view VR content as well as to create a 360-degree view.

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Mid-level prices for a premium experience

Mid-level prices for a premium experience — Year 2017 is going to be about budget smartphones. As per Flipkart, the line between affordability and superiority will thin down.

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