HMD Global could be preparing to revive the iconic Lumia line with a new Android smartphone inspired by the classic Lumia 920. According to recent leaks, the device, known internally as «Skyline»promises to combine the characteristic Lumia design with modern specifications.
A design that is very familiar to us
He Lumia 920, known for its colorful and ergonomic design, is being reinterpreted in the new Skyline. The leaked images show a device with an edge-to-edge display, thin edges, and a rounded chassis reminiscent of the original Lumia models. This new device will be available in several vibrant colors, such as black, blue, yellow and pink, maintaining the original spirit of the Lumia series.
Technical specifications
He Skyline will have a screen 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLEDa fingerprint reader under the screen, and will be powered by the processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. It will offer options of 8 or 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. As for the cameras, it will include a triple rear setup with a main sensor of 108MP, an 8MP ultra wide angle and a 2MP macro lens. The front camera will be 32MP, ideal for high-quality selfies.
The device will also have IP67 water and dust resistance, NFC for wireless payments and a 3.5mm audio jack, a feature that many users will appreciate. Additionally, it will run Android and receive three years of operating system updatesensuring its longevity in the market.
Price and availability
HMD Global is expected to officially unveil the Skyline later this year and will be priced at approximately 500 euros. It is not yet clear whether they will sell the device under the Lumia brand or if HMD Global will opt for a new name, as Microsoft likely still owns the rights to the Lumia brand.
The return of such an iconic design is exciting news for tech fans and former Lumia users. This move could reinvigorate the popularity of the unique, colorful designs that once distinguished Lumias in a market saturated with uniform devices. Hopefully the material is the same as those Lumias were made of. We will be attentive to more details and official confirmation from HMD Global.
