For the past few weeks, we have heard about the
Microsoft’s foldable device ‘Andromeda.’ Last we heard is that the company
isn’t entirely pulling itself away from the mobile division, with Andromeda,
Microsoft still wants to stay in the mobile conversation.
Going into the details, Microsoft is said to be
working on a dual-panel hardware device that has a foldable display and the
company has even received patents recently. Furthermore, Microsoft is also
optimising the apps to work on the dual-screen setup, as Thurrott claims that
their sources have confirmed that the company is quietly working on dual-panel
UWP apps.
As we had reported earlier, Pen input would play an
important role, and its functions go beyond OneNote to Mail, Calendar, and
other apps. Word on the street is that Alex Kipman is said to be offering a
helping hand for Microsoft with the display opening up a possibility of VR and
AR component. However, rumors point that Microsoft wants to develop a
Holographic display to show holograms and for this very reason, Alex Kipman
might be working on the hardware.
It is also heard that the device will also have
support for cellular calling functionality, though Andromeda isn’t a
traditional phone. You can make calls and send text messages, but the company
is not targeting on placing it as a smartphone, rather a large size device that
fits in your pockets when folded.
Microsoft is already expecting the device, and if it
ends up releasing in the market, it won’t be cheap and will be in limited
quantities. It might fill up the gap left by the Windows Mobile phone.
