MWC 2017: 5 Devices You Have To Watch Out For

By Mildred Camaya, | February 24, 2017

The upcoming MWC 2017 would be the birthplace for some highly anticipated devices this year.  (YouTube)

The upcoming MWC 2017 would be the birthplace for some highly anticipated devices this year. (YouTube)

The annual Mobile World Congress (MWC) will be held in Barcelona, Spain where latest models of smartphones, tablets, wearable gadgets and networking gears will be displayed. Leading brand names will participate in MWC 2017, and some of them (including HTC, Huawei, LG, Samsung, Sony, and Nokia) are expected to unveil their respective new creations.

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Huawei P10, a flagship killer?

Huawei will show off its new P10 smartphone, which has leaked online showing its all-metal body, curved screen, and Leica dual-lens camera setup. The device is likely to come in various colors, according to notorious leaker Evan Blass, Engadget reported.

Huawei will also launch a new Android Wear 2.0 watch with a sportier build and optional 4G LTE connectivity at MWC 2017. 

Three new Nokia devices on the way

At the MWC 2017, HMD will launch three new devices: the Nokia 3, 5, and 8, which will be available globally. These smartphones are considered a comeback for Nokia.

There are widespread speculations that Nokia 3 with a plastic body is its lower-end offering; Nokia 5 with metal body as slightly higher-end; and Nokia 8 with Snapdragon 835 processor and a 24MP rear camera will be featured as the flagship device.

The LG G6 to compete against the Galaxy S8?

Leaked images have shown the competitive features of the LG G6 that will be presented in MWC 2017. The LG G6 is a non-modular device, unlike the modular G5. Teaser images show that it has a Full Vision Display with 5.7-inches diagonally and an unusual 18:9 aspect ratio screen.

It is also packed with 32-bit Quad-DAC system for high-performance sound system audio as with LG V20, which is "great for audiophiles." The upcoming device will also have the enhanced dual wide-angle lens camera to enjoy the 18:9 display and it has a square camera feature that is great for social media apps.

The LG G6 has slender bezels, curved corners, metallic shimmering finish and water-resistant a sealed battery. The device is also equipped with the Snapdragon 821 processor instead of the more powerful Snapdragon 835. The Verge claims that the G6 smartphone will come with Google Assistant.

Will We See a Sneak Peek of the Galaxy S8?

Patrons of MWC 2017 in Barcelona will miss the unveiling of Samsung's newest smartphone, the Galaxy S8, as it will be launched after this event. Nevertheless, Samsung will unveil its latest tablet, the Tab S3, which has a 9.7-inch Super AMOLED screen with Snapdragon 820 chip and S Pen to boot.

There are also some leaks that Samsung is ready with a new tablet: the Galaxy Book. It is a successor to Galaxy TabPro and similar to Galaxy TabPro S and has its own S Pen. Samsung would also reveal four new projects of its Creative Lab: Relumino, Monitorless, VuildUs and traVRer.

The Comeback of the Nokia 3310

Meanwhile, there are reports that HMD will exhibit the comeback of iconic Nokia 3310 in the forthcoming MWC 2017. Nokia 3310 is renowned for its durability and battery life. It is, however, expected to be relaunched with a modern twist.


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