Royole FlexPai 2 foldable unveiled: Improved display, flagship internals
What's the story
As the successor to the world's first foldable phone, Shenzhen-based Royole has now unveiled the FlexPai 2 through an online-only event. The second-generation model retains the design of its predecessor while boasting of an improved folding screen, 5G support, and flagship-grade internals including the top-tier Snapdragon 865 chipset. The device is likely to be released sometime in the second quarter.
Design and display
FlexPai 2: At a glance
The FlexPai 2 looks identical to the original model featuring the same out-folding design. As an updated model though, it now sports a third-generation Cicada Wing Fully Flexible Display that is claimed to have a smaller crease, reduced bend radius, while offering improved brightness and response time. The company is also touting its proprietary screen technology that eliminates the layer peeling effect.
Information
It will offer a quad camera setup
Royole has highlighted the display technology and key hardware details of the FlexPai 2. Meanwhile, the images have confirmed that the handset would house a quad-lens camera setup. As for the details and capabilities of these sensors, we'll have to wait for a full-fledged launch.
Specsheet
Here's a look at the specifications of FlexPai 2
The FlexPai 2 sports a 7.8-inch AMOLED screen that will offer 500x better contrast over an LCD panel. Under the hood, it is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 865 processor, coupled with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.0 storage (details not revealed). It will also offer true stereo speakers, and support all the latest connectivity options.
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It is likely to be priced around $1,600
Royole is yet to reveal the detailed specifications, pricing, and availability details of the FlexPai 2. However, it is likely to be launched at around $1,600 (approximately Rs. 1,21,700) - the global retail price at which the original FlexPai was launched.