While it is still unclear whether or not foldable devices are just a 2017 fad or future, Microsoft has jumped on the bandwagon with its highly anticipated Microsoft Surface Phone 2017. Apparently, Samsung's first foldable smartphone dubbed, the Galaxy X is not unique, after all.

Multiple sources suggest other leading handset makers including Nokia and LG are all set to roll out their own foldable devices too. Now, latest reports indicate that the Redmond-based tech giant is hard at works on a foldable concept for its long-awaited Microsoft Surface Phone 2017.

Microsoft devices have always been subject to a slew of speculations and even leaks; however, the company seems to have managed to keep it's highly anticipated Surface Phone well under wraps. Last year, Microsoft filed a patent in USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) for a handset with a flexible hinge structure. In other words, the tech firm is currently concentrating on a foldable smartphone-sized screen, The Marshall Town reported.

Microsoft's patent request was granted by the USPTO in January 2017. There's hearsay that the foldable Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 will be up for grabs in three variants. Moreover, the tech giant's foldable device will go toe-to-toe with some top notch smartphones including Apple's iPhone 8 and Google's Pixel XL.

Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 is deemed by many as a device that could give the traditional concept of smartphones a much-needed face-lift. Despite facing a cut-throat competition in both, international as well as the U.S. markets from leading handset makers such as Xiaomi, Lenovo, Huawei and Samsung, LearnBonds believes Microsoft's Surface Phone would give Apple's new device a run for its money.

Microsoft swept tech enthusiasts off their feet by unveiling an array of Surface devices including the Surface Pro, Surface Studio, and the Surface Book. The only thing the lauded brand is currently missing is a smartphone. Taking this into consideration, some reports claim that the company could now be gearing up to launch "the ultimate mobile device."

Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 Specs & Price

In terms of specifications, the rumor mill indicates that Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 will come with a 5.5-inch AMOLED display. Under the hood, the device will pack Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB of RAM and 128GB storage capacity.

In the photography front, the Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 will sport a mammoth 21MP primary camera and an 8MP front shooter for the selfie addicts. The Surface Phone is expected to hit the store shelves bearing a price range from $699 up to $1,100.

More details about Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 are likely to surface online in near future. Watch this space for more Surface Phone news and updates!