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Dual core smartphones dominate

It seems that we have inextricably entered the age of the dual core smartphone, with Android-based handsets leading the way in this exciting new arena of the technology. Great deals on affordable dual core models like the Samsung Galaxy S2 and HTC Sensation are allowing many consumers on varying budgets to access the advantages of high end chips which can power advanced interfaces, full HD video capture and the very latest games. In fact the popularity of the Galaxy S2 has allowed Samsung to shift 10 million units since its launch, making it a faster seller than the preceding Samsung Galaxy S.

The dual core dominance seems set to continue with HTC recently announcing an updated version of its Sensation subtitled the XE. This reflects its recent acquisition of headphone manufacturer Beats as it will come with a pair of high end earbuds to enjoy whilst on the move. It will also feature a 1.5GHz dual core processor which outpaces the 1.2GHz CPU found in the original Sensation. HTC seems determined to make its cutting edge dual core smartphones available for a reasonable price, so you will be looking to spend under £500 for this next generation of handset and opt for free versions where contract subsidies are available.

Motorola launched its own dual core smartphone earlier in the year and now the Atrix is getting a sequel. The Atrix 2 will follow the HTC Sensation in having a 1.5GHz dual core chip and will feature full HD video capture via its eight megapixel camera. Pricing and release date remain unknown but if Motorola wants to make the Atrix 2 competitive it will need to put it on the market in a position which will be affordable and profitable.

Google is set to expand its Nexus range with the Nexus Prime before the end of the year and Samsung is responsible for the hardware powering this smartphone. It will be used to launch the Android Ice Cream Sandwich update, a major revision for Google`s mobile operating system. This will be making its debut on a phone with a 4.65 inch Super AMOLED Plus display toting a resolution of 1280×720 for pixel-perfect imaging and clarity. A 1.5GHz dual core processor will be available, cementing this clock speed as the de facto standard for any mobile which wants to battle against its contemporaries.

Of course Android smartphones do not have the monopoly on dual core processors, what with Apple getting ready to launch the fifth iPhone using a cutting edge CPU as one of its founding features. Microsoft will also be hoping to get dual core chips into the Windows Phone 7 family in the near future. Some of the best data plans around will let you invest in a dual core smartphone that will only become more powerful over time as software developers learn how to program great apps that take advantage of the potential number crunching grunt. You just need to shop around to get a good deal on this range-topping handsets.