As we come close to the release of Windows 10, Microsoft has reportedly already started working on 2 new projects, Talkman (940 or 950) and Cityman (940 XL or 950 XL). You must be wondering what these projects are. Let me tell you that these are the secret code names of upcoming Microsoft Lumia Models. While the original names of the smartphone have not been confirmed, the rumors suggest they will be named 940 and 940 XL or 950 and 950 XL. Microsoft will release these flagship smartphones at IFA in Berlin this September. Both these phones will be the first smartphones to come with Windows 10 OS out of the box.
Moving on to features of these smartphone both will feature strong polycarbonate bodies instead of metallic body and will be available in White and Black color options. Both phones will come with an Iris scanner and also wireless charging capability. Talkman can be charged using Flip cover and Cityman will come with a built-in wireless charging coil. Both phones will pack 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal memory which can be expanded using microSD card. It is also rumored that Cityman Lumia model will feature a Surface Pen to draw, write etc. Also Microsoft will debut USB Type-C with these flaghips.
Rumored specifications of the Talkman- Lumia 950 or Lumia 940
- Windows 10 OS
- 5.2 inch HD OLED display
- 1440×2560 pixels resolution
- 64-bit Hexa-core Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 808 CPU
- 3GB of RAM
- 32GB of internal memory, can be expanded using microSD card
- 20 megapixel PureView rear camera
- 5 megapixel wide-angle front facing camera
- 3000mAh removable battery
- Iris scanner
- Qi wireless charging with flip cover
- USB Type-C
- White/Black polycarbonate body
Rumored specifications of the Cityman- Lumia 950 XL or Lumia 940 XL
- 5.7 inch WQHD (1440×2560) OLED display
- Snapdragon 810, 64-bit Octa core
- Iris scanner (infrared) for Windows Hello
- 3GB of RAM
- 32GB of internal storage with a microSD card slot
- 20 megapixel PureView rear camera with triple LED flash
- 5 megapixel Wide-angle front facing camera
- 3300mAh removable battery
- Qi wireless charging
- USB Type-C
- White/Black polycarbonate body