Many Samsung Galaxy S8 rumors are becoming more concrete as prevalent publications reveal details about the device. According to recent report from The Wall Street Journal consumers should expect a new “slick design” and “improved camera” on the smartphone. Samsung Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong divulged this information to the WSJ and is considered a reliable source. He has no other details about the upcoming smartphone.
Following its third quarter earnings call, which revealed a significant decline in revenue, Samsung is aiming to pivot toward the Galaxy S8, which is expected to launch in the Spring.
Despite other polls indicating that many Samsung fans are remaining loyal to the brand, a recent International Data Corporation survey indicates there are a significant amount of former Galaxy Note 7 users who have switched to iPhones in the wake of the Samsung device’s permanent recall. However, the research group believes Samsung can still make a smooth transition from the Galaxy Note 7 fiasco. Despite a battery defect that lead to two recalls of the smartphone, consumers appear to
“Moving forward, Samsung will need to put the Note 7 to rest as quickly as possible and focus all efforts on producing a stellar Galaxy S8 come next spring,” IDC Research Manager Anthony Scarsella said in a statement. “If successful, consumers will quickly forget the Note 7 fiasco if the upcoming S8 can deliver on all fronts."
Other reports and rumors suggest the Galaxy S8 may feature an iris scanner, an optical fingerprint scanner, a 4K resolution display, 6GB of RAM and a Blue Coral color option. Other Samsung officials have indicated that the Galaxy S8 release won’t be delayed or rushed because of the Galaxy Note 7. Release details for the smartphone were finalized before the Note 7 was announced. However, development of the handset is currently on delay for at least one more week while Samsung engineers investigate the underlying cause of the Galaxy Note 7 defect.
