" i8 is everything you need it to be and goes beyond a consumer device. It’s a true business tool. It meets enterprise-grade security requirements and runs smoothly, even while using the most demanding programs. " Dr. Tomas Bencik, Linshof CEO

The smartphone market is now becoming crowded with high-end, mid-range phones. Nexus 5, OnePlus One, Moto X, all come under this group. They seems to be earning quite a lot of attention. Now, there is a new player on this ground with some 'ground breaking' features at a mid-range price.Linshof, a German technology company, is launching a new smartphone called Linshof i8 whcich comes with a wide range of unique specifications that we have been seen on any smartphone. "High-end hardware for a mid-range price", that's their motto.When we look at the device for the first time, we can see that it is not a usual design. Device render shows some strange structure of the device which we have not seen. The device is small enough to hold comfortably. and only weighs below 140 g (including battery). The backside features brushed aluminum. The ports layout and smooth edges help to achieve more comfortable user experience.When we look at the specs, we will just blown away. This device offers the finest facilities and features that a best smartphone can offer. It comes with a gorgeous 5” full HD display with 1920x1080 resolution which features Super AMOLED, color calibrated display, with beautiful true colors. To make it even spicier, it comes with an Octa-core processor clocked at 2.1 GHz with power-saving technology and a fully customizable overclocking feature. That's something great that it comes with overclocking feature so we can overclock the device just like we did on a rooted device (think so).The unbelievable part is that, it comes with a monstrous 80 GB storage capacity which is more than enough juice to store data ranging from Full HD movies to documents and anything. That's a big storage capacity we don't find on any other other flagship phone.It also comes with 3 GB fast clocked RAM and Linshof states that current system and applications cannot utilize beyond 3 GB and it is the maximum feasible amount. So there is plenty of apps can be worked out without any lagging issues. Power users are smiling right now.....The camera it is offered is a 13 MP HD rear camera (28mm Wide-angle, fast low-light F1.8, Sony CMOS sensor) and 8 MP front camera. Both cameras are equipped with autofocus, HDR, face/smile detection and crispview functions. The divice is utra slim it comes with latest Android 5.0 (Lollipop) on board with super-responsive Linshof UI (Hardware accelerated) or optional Linux.On the connectivity side, this device offers GPS, Bluetooth v4.0, electronic compass, gyroscope, HDMI 1.4 with 3D support, USB port, NFC and WiFi/ LTE (4G) wireless.The power source of this monster is a 3100 mAh Lithium-Polymer ion battery which can power the phone for a day sufficiently.With all these super specs, Linshof i8 comes with a price tag of $380. That leaves a big competition to other flagship phones such as Samsung Galaxy S5, Nexus 6, OnePlus One, iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, Motorola Droid Turbo, Moto X and so many others. The pictures above only shows it's concept. Any dummy version is not available or the physical structure of this gadget is yet to be finalized.With the i8, Linshof site also shows a tablet which they have not said anything about it. The tablet details can be found out here . The specs shows similarities in some features. Linshof says that they will release Linshof i8 by a date of Q1 2015.Let's wait for this champ.What are your thoughts on this device?