Surface Duo 2: Release date, specs, and everything

Microsoft is currently working on the next version of its dual-screen Surface Duo productivity device. Codenamed Zeta, we believe Surface Duo 2 will launch in the second half of this year, likely in the September or October timeframe, and feature the latest specs, more features, and be a better smartphone overall.

We don't yet know all the details around Surface Duo 2, but as we learn things, we'll be sure to update this post, so check back frequently!

Surface Duo 2 release date

Microsoft has announced that it will be holding a Surface event on September 22, and we believe this is where Microsoft will unveil Surface Duo 2 officially. The device will likely begin shipping in October, and will ship with Android 11 out of the box.

Surface Duo 2 what to expect

Sources tell me that the next version of Surface Duo will continue evolving the dual-screen form factor, with small tweaks the overall design of the product and bringing it more in line with other Android smartphones on the market. Microsoft tried to position the first-generation Surface Duo as "not a phone," but that hasn't gelled well with the market.

I'm told that Surface Duo 2 will ship with the latest flagship SoC for 2021, which means it will have a Snapdragon 888 SoC with 5G capabilities. I also hear that it will feature NFC for wireless payments, an external camera system with a bump for better photography, slightly bigger displays with a higher refresh rate, and slightly thinner bezels for a more streamlined fit and finish.

Specifications-

Operating System-Android 11

Display-5.8-inch each, High-Refresh Rate, 2754 x 1896 (Opened)

SoC-Snapdragon 888

Memory-8GB RAM

Storage-128GB, 256GBExpandable StorageNo

Rear Camera-Wide (12MP) Telephoto (12MP) Ultrawide (16MP)

Front Camera-12MP

Security-Fingerprint Reader

Connectivity-5G, Bluetooth 5.1,

NFCPorts-1x USB-C

Audio-Stereo Speakers

Battery-4,400mAh (rounded down)

Dimensions-Unknown

Weight-Unknown

Colors-White, Black

The overall shape and size of the Surface Duo is expected to remain similar to the first Surface Duo. I don't have exact measurements unfortunately, but I understand that the changes in shape and size are mostly unnoticeable unless you have a Duo 1 to compare side by side. It will be slightly thicker and slightly taller.

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