Lumia 1525 won't be T-Mobile US exclusive, rumored to sport Snapdragon 801 processor

The Lumia 1525 from Microsoft was leaked only yesterday by @evleaks, but the notorious leakster isn't finished with this rumored handset. Today, it's reported that not only will the Windows Phone be available through T-Mobile United states, but it won't be carrier exclusive meaning consumers on both AT&T and Verizon may be able to go their hands on the device – likewise as those who reside outside the United states.

Since it'll exist bachelor alongside the Lumia 1520 in places, the Lumia 1525 is said to have some notable upgrades over its sibling, including the new Snapdragon 801 SoC (system on a fleck).

The electric current Lumia 1520 utilizes the snapdragon 800, making this unannounced handset a worthy upgrade should reports showing differences betwixt the SoC versions be anything to go by. The 801 includes support for DSDA (Dual SIM Dual Active) and eMMC 5.0 (for faster access to internal storage), while in some models improving CPU, GPU, ISP (image signal processor) and memory interface speeds.

Unfortunately, there's footling else to go on, but nosotros could be seeing early signs of some upgraded hardware. While we're filing this under rumor, anything is possible.

Source: @evleaks

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