The BlackBerry Mercury will be announced at Mobile World Congress next month, this was confirmed by TCL and now we have some more details on the handset.
According to Roland Quandt, the new Mercury will use the same camera as the Google Pixel on the back, a 12-megapixel Sony IMX378 camera. This camera sensor is known for its excellent performance in various lighting conditions, providing high-quality images and 4K video recording capabilities. The Google Pixel’s camera has been praised for its sharpness, color accuracy, and low-light performance, which suggests that the BlackBerry Mercury will also excel in these areas.
BlackBerry “Mercury” has a Sony IMX378 camera sensor on the rear – 12MP, 4K video, same as Google Pixel/Pixel XL f.ex. (1/2)
— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) January 27, 2017
Front Camera Specifications
On the front of the device, there will apparently be an 8-megapixel camera from either Samsung or Omnivision. This front-facing camera is expected to feature a Samsung S5K4H8 or Omnivision OV8856 sensor, both of which offer 1.12μm pixel size and 1080p video recording at 30 frames per second. These specifications indicate that the front camera will be capable of capturing detailed selfies and smooth video calls, making it a versatile tool for both personal and professional use.
BackBerry “Mercury” has a Samsung S5K4H8 or Omnivision OV8856 8MP camera sensor on front (diversified supply) both 1.12μm, 1080p/30FPS (2/2)
— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) January 27, 2017
Design and Features
The device will come with a touchscreen display and also a full QWERTY keyboard, which is a signature feature of BlackBerry devices. This combination of a touchscreen and physical keyboard aims to provide users with the best of both worlds: the convenience of a modern touchscreen interface and the tactile feedback of a physical keyboard. The QWERTY keyboard is expected to be highly responsive and comfortable to use, catering to users who prefer physical keys for typing.
In addition to its camera and keyboard, the BlackBerry Mercury is rumored to include other high-end features such as a fingerprint sensor, USB Type-C port, and a robust battery life. The fingerprint sensor is likely to be integrated into the spacebar of the keyboard, providing a seamless and secure way to unlock the device. The USB Type-C port will enable fast charging and data transfer, enhancing the overall user experience.
The BlackBerry Mercury is also expected to run on the latest version of Android, offering access to a wide range of apps and services through the Google Play Store. This will allow users to enjoy the versatility and functionality of Android while benefiting from BlackBerry’s renowned security features.
We will have more information about the handset when it is made official at MWC next month. The Mobile World Congress is one of the largest and most anticipated events in the mobile industry, and the announcement of the BlackBerry Mercury is sure to generate significant interest among tech enthusiasts and BlackBerry fans alike.
Source Crackberry
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