The Mobile World Congress 2015 (MWC) is the biggest mobile device event in the world and took place this week in Barcelona. Virtually all the big names launched their new flagship phones, smartwatches and tablets, below are some of the highlights Intouch Advance have picked out.
SAMSUNG GALAXY S6 EDGE
The most talked about smartphone at the MWC was the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge. With a screen that curves around the edge and Gorilla Glass and metal frame replacing the plastic backing, the S6 Edge is Samsung’s most advanced android smartphone to date – read more here.
Samsung also announced the new updated Samsung Galaxy S6, both go on sale this April. Find out more here.
BLACKBERRY LEAP
The much anticipated Blackberry Leap was unveiled, an ‘affordable’, full touchscreen phone targeted at privacy-conscious consumers and businesses. Full technical specification are on their website.
HTC ONE M9
HTC One M9 smartphone is even more powerful and stylish that the M8 and will be on sale end of this month. Full Specification are here.
MICROSOFT LUMIA 640
Microsoft introduced their two new Lumia phones at the conference, the Lumia 640 and Lumia 640 XL, both of which will be launched in April. The devises will come with a free subscription to Office 365, read more here.
LG MAGNA
LG launched four mid-range smartphones — Magna, Spirit, Leon and Joy, with the Magna featuring a subtly 5 inch a curved HD LCD display. More details about the premium designs and features can be found here.
IKEA’S SMART RANGE
Ikea launched their new Home Smart range of furniture that enables wireless charging of devises via build in charging pads. Find out more on their website.
2015 GLOBAL MOBILE AWARDS
As part of the conference’s programme, the Global Mobile Awards took place, with the following devices winning in these categories:
Best Smartphone: Apple iPhone 6 & LG G3
Best Low Cost Smartphone: Motorola Moto E
Best Mobile Tablet: Microsoft Surface Pro 3
