Recently, a slew of Microsoft Lumia 650 renders surfaced showing a beautiful metallic frame running through the sides of the device. The same report also revealed some of the configuration details and release date. However, there is no word from Microsoft on the device in question. A new report however says that a company executive finally confirmed the budget-friendly handset with Windows 10 Mobile OS on board.

As it turns out, Microsoft’s CMO Chris Capossela was part of the notable Windows Weekly podcast via Twit TV, which was later picked up by Nokia Power User. Capossela reportedly told Mary Jo Foley in response to a query on Lumia 650 release date that “they [Microsoft] had not announced a release date yet,” thereby unwittingly confirming the existence of the new device.

Past rumours suggested “early 2016” as the potential release timeframe i.e. between the months of January and February. To top it off, rumour has it that, the tech giant will market this wallet-friendly Lumia as a business-focused phone. In other words, it can be called as a “premium budget phone” for enterprises that would like to buy this handset in bulk. Also, AT&T’s Cricket Wireless will apparently start selling this phone in April 2016.

As far as the specifications go, this device will reportedly feature a 5.0-inch display and 720p screen resolution. Under the hood, a Snapdragon 212 chipset has been tipped to be part of the handset with a modest quad-core Cortex-A7 SoC on board, running at 1.3 GHz. Also, this handset will apparently carry 1 GB of RAM.

Speaking of memory specification, the Lumia 650 is believed to come equipped with 8 GB of in-built storage and microSD card slot for expansion. Other key features include an 8 MP primary camera unit, LED flash and a very-gracious 5 MP front-facing shooter for selfies.

In any case, readers are advised to take the reported Lumia 650 specifications and release date with the proverbial pinch of salt as Microsoft has not confirmed any other information so far.

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