Internet sources report that for the second half of this year, the Chinese company Vivo has scheduled the release of a productive next-generation NEX smartphone with a number of interesting features.

The device will allegedly receive a high-resolution screen produced by LG Display. We are talking about a panel-waterfall (Waterfall), bending to the side of the body. The size of the display has not been specified, but it will likely exceed 6,5 inches diagonally.

The front camera is said to be positioned directly behind the screen. Thanks to this, the latter will be spared from the hole and cutout; in addition, there is no need to use the retractable selfie block.

We are talking about the presence of a multi-module rear camera with Zeiss optics. The smartphone is credited with having a case with protection against moisture and dust according to the IP68 standard.

Some characteristics of the power supply subsystem are also disclosed. The device will receive support for 120-watt super-fast charging Super FlashCharge and wireless charging power of 60 watts.

The new product may enter the commercial market under the name Vivo NEX 5. Of course, the device will be able to work in the fifth generation (5G) cellular networks.

Counterpoint Technology Market Research estimates that smartphone shipments fell by 10% last year amid the pandemic compared to 2019. Vivo is one of the largest players in the global market with a market share of around 8%.