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Possible Nokia 9 image leaks online revealing ridiculous camera setup

Possible Nokia 9 image leaks online revealing ridiculous camera setup

Posted: 04 Sep 2018, 12:43 , by Joshua Swingle

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Possible Nokia 9 image leaks online revealing ridiculous camera setup

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HMD Global’s Nokia 9 flagship is perhaps one of the most anticipated smartphones of 2018, but it’s fair to say that very little is actually known about the device. However, if a new image is accurate, the first glimpse at the device may have just appeared online.

Assuming that the image does depict the Nokia 9, it’s fair to say that the brand's next flagship will sport one of the most unique looks in recent history. This is due to the ridiculous camera setup present on the rear which utilizes a total of six cut-outs, five of which follow a hexagonal-like layout, and another one that sits in the center. In terms of what each one is used for, it seems as though the bottom-left and bottom-right cut-outs will be home to Zeiss-branded camera sensors, as will the one in the center. This will then seemingly be coupled with an LED flash that sits in the top-right area. However, it remains unclear what the top and bottom cut-outs represent. In any case, though, the unique layout does coincide with previous information that stated HMD Global had taken a “high risk” with the camera setup.

Moving on to other aspects of the design, the Nokia device in question appears to make use of a regular glass panel on the rear. However, there are a couple of design details worth taking note of. First of all, the Android One branding towards the bottom of the panel confirms once again that the smartphone will ship with Android 9 Pie straight out of the box. Secondly, the lack of a rear-facing fingerprint scanner is important too. After all, previous leaks have suggested that the Nokia 9 would ship with an in-display sensor.

Before getting too excited, it’s worth taking this leak with a grain of salt – the image in question is of a very low quality and could potentially be fan-made. However, it does coincide with previous Nokia 9 leaks. Additionally, it’s worth noting that the original source has deleted the image, which could suggest there is some truth behind the render. Until new information appears, though, the accuracy of the leak will remain to be seen.

source: Baidu (deleted) via: Slashleaks

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posted on 04 Sep 2018, 12:55 8

1. rsiders (Posts: 1573; Member since: 17 Nov 2011)

This is as confusing as talking to someone with a crossed eye and you're trying not to pay attention to it.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 14:25 3

10. Well-Manicured-Man (Posts: 582; Member since: 16 Jun 2015)

First it was the battle for more RAM in a phone. Now the battle for the amount of cameras seems to start. However, at least one can argue that more cameras can improve picture quality if the sensor signals are merged properly.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 13:39

2. Furkan (Posts: 537; Member since: 25 Feb 2017)

Not ridiculous at all Look at Mate 20

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 13:46 3

5. Nickfuryroad (Posts: 28; Member since: 25 Oct 2017)

This looks worse than the mate 20.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 13:41 3

3. Whitedot (Posts: 386; Member since: 26 Sep 2017)

The worst thing is Nokia still can't back it up Carl Zeiss branding they stick to they models. Nokia 8, Nokia 8 Scirocco ( slightly better) . If not the camera Nokia 8 would great value for money now.
I don't care how many lenses their mount on, even single but decent like Pixel it would make a great point.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 14:10 5

8. Pabliell (Posts: 167; Member since: 22 Mar 2016)

I own Nokia 8 and it is a great value for money now, since it got better camera algorithms with Pro camera update. Yes, the camera is still lacking, compared to other flagship devices, but the rest of it is superior. Build quality, the screen, performance, even battery life (8-10h of SoT, depending if playing more games, or watching internet content). For the price of a mid-range phone now you won't get anything better.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 14:32

11. Whitedot (Posts: 386; Member since: 26 Sep 2017)

Indeed. I was going to get this phone but after Nokia 7 Plus problems( weeks ago returned my phone for the screen input lag and stuttering) I put on hold this phone and for extra £20 I got myself XZ1.

Other than that Nokia 8 is unbeatable. Currently selling for £259.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 13:45 2

4. Joosty (Posts: 399; Member since: 14 Mar 2013)

Wild.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 13:51 7

6. Venom (Posts: 1290; Member since: 14 Dec 2017)

*bangs head on desk* These camera configurations on the back of phones are getting ridiculous. Instead of just tossing things onto the board to see what sticks, why not try to learn from example on how to make great camera software like what's found on the Pixel phones?

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 13:54 1

7. ALMBO6 (Posts: 78; Member since: 28 May 2018)

Don't get me excited man, I've been waiting for this for a long time now.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 14:18 3

9. Diva_hipsterova (Posts: 9; Member since: 21 Aug 2018)

In your face, Huawei!

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 00:50

16. worldpeace (Posts: 2111; Member since: 15 Apr 2016)

Huawei: Uh, I can top that.. Hold my beer...

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 01:13 1

18. ijuanp03 (Posts: 277; Member since: 30 Dec 2014)

Huawei is busy being the no.2 vendor in the market and about to claim the top spot so they have no time for small players.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 16:18 3

12. yalokiy (Posts: 611; Member since: 01 Aug 2016)

The more cameras, the better. As long as they make good use of them.

posted on 04 Sep 2018, 20:05 2

13. megathaszrul89 (Posts: 200; Member since: 08 Jan 2015)

That's one weird cam configuration. Are you okay Nokia?

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 00:49

14. SIGPRO (Posts: 2580; Member since: 03 Oct 2012)

Why? Nokia knows what they are doing.
The have great camera engineers on board.
Also they got the Pureview branding back from Microsoft.
Curious to see what Nokia will do with the 9.

Can't wait that long because Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 will be released soon.

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 00:49

15. SIGPRO (Posts: 2580; Member since: 03 Oct 2012)

Why? Nokia knows what they are doing.
The have great camera engineers on board.
Also they got the Pureview branding back from Microsoft.
Curious to see what Nokia will do with the 9.

Can't wait that long because Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 will be released soon.

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 00:55 1

17. worldpeace (Posts: 2111; Member since: 15 Apr 2016)

I don't care how it looks as long as it could deliver the best photo from a smartphone..

But it looks like a waste of space, the motherboard must have a huge hexagonal cutout, It'll be better if they just line it up neatly so they'll have more space for battery..
But I don't know, maybe those camera need to be placed in that composition for better image result or something.. Let's wait if they ever release this one :-/

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 04:05

19. gigicoaste (Posts: 414; Member since: 21 Feb 2016)

ridiculous although you have no idea about functionality of the setup. But this is a PA classic.

posted on 05 Sep 2018, 05:21 1

20. joshuaswingle (Posts: 88; Member since: 03 Apr 2018)

Nobody knows the exact functionality. It's simply an image that *appears* to show three main cameras, an LED flash, and two other unknown sensors.