HTC USA just posted this cryptic tweet, stating “Something HUGE is coming from HTC. Imagine [number][big thing] in space. And then [math term] that by [number]. #Madlib”
While one can assume that the tweet is meant to drum up excitement for the HTC’s upcoming MWC 2015 press event, it isn’t clear what exactly “something huge” means. One plausible interpretation could be the unveiling of the One M9, which is a pretty huge deal given that it’s a flagship smartphone. Or, the company could also be literally hinting at a larger device – are we looking at the One M9 Plus here?
Something HUGE is coming from HTC. Imagine [number][big thing] in space. And then [math term] that by [number]. #Madlib
— HTC USA (@HTCUSA) February 19, 2015
While the M9 has been thoroughly leaked by now, we know a lot less about this larger device. The M9 Ultra is supposed to feature a display of around 5.5-inch (compared to 5-inch on the M9), but it’s not clear if the device will be Full HD (like the M9) or, less likely, Quad HD. We expect the Ultra to preserve the general design and functionality of the M9, with one twist – the presence of a fingerprint sensor. Like its predecessor, the One Max, the M9 Ultra may have a fingerprint sensor, but if this render published by @evleaks is accurate, the feature will be re-located to the front of the phone.
Or it could be something entirely different. During the height of the Nexus 9 announcement, there were rumors, or probably wishful thinking, that HTC would once again try its luck with tablets. After all, the Nexus 9 was relatively well received even if it’s not selling like pancakes. An 8.9-inch tablet is definitely a bigger thing, at least physically, than a One M9 Plus that isn’t supposed to be that much bigger anyway.
Either way, we will know for sure in a week from now.
