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iPhone 8 release date, specs, features, rumors
In many ways, the most talked about smartphone which Apple has yet to release at the moment is not the forthcoming iPhone something, but the iPhone 8. It is rare for an Apple handset not to generate a huge amount of buzz, but the general feeling about the iPhone 7 is that it will be somewhat more of the same from the California-based corporation, and that consumers will need to wait for the iPhone 8 for a revolution in the iPhone series.
Apple sales forecast
Apple has almost confirmed this impression itself by predicting that sales of the iPhone range will diminish in 2016 as compared to the previous calendar year, suggesting that Apple will not hugely upgrade the iPhone device this year. Surely the consumer electronics giant would not make such a gloomy prediction regarding sales if it intended to produce a jaw-dropping iPhone 7?
So what can we expect from the iPhone 8? There have already been several new features linked with this truly next generation smartphone, but another emerged in the last couple of weeks. On May 17, 2016, Apple filed a patent for a bezel-free device, and this certainly seems far too late for this technology to be included in the iPhone 7. This suggests that this bezel-less technology will debut in the iPhone 8, which suggests that the smartphone will benefit from an edge-to-edge display.
An image render and concept by Marek Weidlich has already given one impression of how the iPhone 8 may appear without bezels. This conceptual notion is certainly a striking image, and one that indicates that Apple could indeed innovate significantly in 2017.
iPhone 8 with AMOLED screen predicted
The edge-to-edge display is not the only way that the screen of the iPhone 8 is expected to significantly differ from the previous iPhone releases. Apple has reportedly been negotiating with Samsung with a view to including AMOLED technology in the iPhone range for the first time when the iPhone 8 is released.
There seems to be two primary motivations for this decision. Firstly, the super AMOLED displays that are utilized in the Samsung Galaxy range have been particularly critically acclaimed, and Apple may believe that it has fallen behind its Korean rival to a certain extent in this department.
Secondly, it is known that AMOLED technology utilizes significantly less power than LCD screens, and this has been a major difficulty for Apple in recent iPhone releases. Apple has been criticised for delivering iPhone units with less-than-ideal battery lifecycles, so switching to AMOLED could play a major role in solving this problem.
Other information has supported the idea that Apple will opt for AMOLED with the iPhone 8. Applied Materials, the company already known for working closely with Apple, has dropped very strong hints that it will increase display demands towards 2017. While the company itself has not discussed the motivation for this, it has been generally assumed that the iPhone 8 is the reason behind it, with Applied Materials needing to increase production due to the iPhone 8 incorporating an OLED screen.
Bloomberg has already reported on this potential prospect of the iPhone 8, quoting the Applied Materials CEO Gary Dickerson, who hinted strongly at Apple being behind what he described as the sustainable growth of the company.
Unique waterproofing patent
Apple has also filed another patent back in November of last year which suggests that the iPhone 8 could include some rather unique and innovative waterproofing technology. Patent application 20150326959 goes by the rather memorable title of “Liquid expulsion from an orifice”! It seems that this particular innovation is effectively a mechanism which enables the iPhone to dry itself by pumping liquid out through the speaker grilles. “The embodiments described herein are directed to an acoustic module that is configured to remove all or a portion of a liquid that has accumulated within a cavity of the acoustic modules,” the patent summary notes.
A pretty spectacular piece of technology, and one that Apple will seemingly look to implement in both the iPhone and Apple Watch range in the foreseeable future. Considering the ethos that Apple seems to have in mind for the iPhone 7, it seems likely that this amusingly titled patent will ultimately see the light of day for the first time in the iPhone 8 generation.
Another possible suggestion for the display in the iPhone 8 is that it could embrace 3D technology, with reports in the Economic Daily News indicating that the Apple supply chain partner TBK is currently working on a relevant project. The so-called “naked eye 3D screen” wouldn’t require glasses in order to convey three-dimensional images, and this would be a massive breakthrough for the iPhone if it could indeed be included in the iPhone 8.
Even holographic technology has been linked with the Apple smartphone in some quarters, although it seems unlikely that such an extreme form of technology could be included in the iPhone range next year.
Flexible or curved screen
Far more likely in the iPhone 8 generation is that Apple will produce a curved screen variant of the iPhone 8, and possibly a device with a flexible display. This is particularly mooted owing to the success of Samsung with this technology, and especially predicted as Apple has indeed patented such technology already.
Apple’s patent 9,146,590 refers to an “electronic device with wraparound display”, indicating that the Californian corporation has already strongly considered this technology. A wraparound screen has also been anticipated by some analysts, and it seems very possible that Apple could produce an accompanying curved screen device alongside the usual flatscreen iPhone 8.
Spec boost
Aside from the more revolutionary aspects of the iPhone 8, Apple is also expected to boost the specs of the smartphone significantly. This should mean a quad HD custom version of the handset, while RAM could be boosted up to 4GB by 2017, with Apple also including a more powerful A11 processor. Wireless charging, new biometrics, a DSLR camera, and lithium-air batteries have all also been linked with what promises to be a revolutionary smartphone.
itel, the technology empowerment brand for masses, officially unveiled its new product A300+, brand’s first interactive dual-screen smartphone in its price range. itel A300+ comes with a comprehensive set of features — a 7000mAh marathon battery, IP65 military-grade durability, and satellite communication capability, demonstrating that innovation and complete product strength can coexist at an accessible price point.
A First-of-Its-Kind Rear Screen Experience: Interactive Innovation for a New Generation
itel A300+ coming with an interactive rear display is a rare feature in this price category, designed to deliver a smart entertainment experience for young generations. Far from being a cosmetic gimmick, the rear screen provides practical functions built around real everyday scenarios. Users can frame selfies using the higher-quality rear camera with a live preview on the back screen, glance at incoming messages and alerts without waking the main display, and play, pause, or skip tracks directly from the rear screen. The rear display also supports customizable clocks, photos, and designs, giving users a personal window to express their individual style. Complementing the rear screen, the A300+ features a 6.78-inch immersive punch-hole main display, offering a cleaner, more expansive viewing experience for streaming, gaming, browsing, and social media.
Performance and Value in Balance: Delivering Fresh Technology Despite Industry Pressure
Even amid rising industry costs, itel has chosen to bring fresh technology to its products while continuously improving performance and keeping pricing accessible. The A300+ is powered by a 7000mAh marathon battery engineered for long-term reliability, supporting up to 1,200 charging cycles — far exceeding the industry standard, and designed to retain healthy capacity. AI Charging Protection intelligently manages charging patterns to reduce battery degradation, while Smart Power Management optimizes power consumption across apps and hardware to extend usage time between charges.
The device also features 300% ultra-volume DTS stereo speakers, delivering rich, room-filling sound for music, videos, FM radio, and everyday entertainment. Built to withstand daily life and beyond, the A300+ carries IP65 water and dust resistance certification and meets military-grade durability standards, resisting splashes, dust, and accidental drops. Notably, the A300+ includes satellite communication capability, ensuring users can still send basic messages via satellite when cellular networks are unavailable — a safety net in remote areas, during natural disasters, or in other critical situations, setting it apart in its price segment.
The A300+ is built on a clear product philosophy, rather than relying on a single headline feature, it combines its key strengths into one complete product story. The rear screen captures attention first, while battery life, durability, and practical usability make the overall value proposition convincing. With the A300+, itel once again demonstrates its commitment to using innovation to meet the needs and desire for novelty among young users in emerging markets.
The itel A300+ is available in two variants: the 64GB ROM and 128GB ROM and they are both available in all phone retail stores in Nigeria or via online store HERE
DJ ROBOT teams up with TMP OFFISIAL and FATEOFTHEYOUTH for NDSM DELUXE, a new DJ mixtape that expands the world of NDSM — No Dey Stress Me into a bigger, more energetic listening experience.
Built around DJ ROBOT’s approach to sequencing, mixing, and controlling energy, NDSM DELUXE transforms the NDSM mindset into a full sonic journey. The mixtape explores nightlife, pressure, temptation, confidence, freedom, desire, and the decision to simply refuse to let life overwhelm you.
Bringing together DJ ROBOT’s DJ-driven vision with the creative energy of TMP OFFISIAL and FATEOFTHEYOUTH, the deluxe edition adds new dimensions to the original NDSM message while maintaining its central philosophy: No Dey Stress Me.
Rather than simply extending the original project, NDSM DELUXE is designed as an experience — moving through different moods, rhythms, and moments while allowing each transition to contribute to the story.
For DJ ROBOT, the project represents an opportunity to communicate through energy as much as words.
“The original NDSM had more energy and stories to explore. I wanted to take the ‘No Dey Stress Me’ mindset beyond the song and turn it into a full DJ experience — something that captures nightlife, freedom, pressure, temptation, and the moments when you simply choose to enjoy yourself and live in the present.”
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