HMD is still developing the Fusion 2 smartphone, which confirms the device has not been cancelled despite the lack of recent official updates. This matters to buyers tracking the brand because it means the company is actively working on a successor rather than abandoning the line. Leakers have clarified that the device remains in an active development phase.
Insider confirms active work on device and XR22 rugged phone
The Fusion 2 is the next-generation device in HMD's portfolio, sitting alongside other upcoming hardware like the rugged XR22. HMD has not finalized the design for the Fusion 2, so any images or specifications circulating online are fake. The company is still refining the look and feel of the phone before release.
Insider information indicates that the HMD Skyline 2 will not feature the redesigned circular camera island that some rumors suggested. Additionally, reports state that the HMD Skyline 2 GT model will not be released at all. These details help narrow down what the upcoming Skyline 2 lineup will actually include.
The XR22, which succeeds the XR21 rugged smartphone, is also currently in development. This suggests HMD is maintaining its presence in the rugged device market while working on its mainstream Fusion line. We looked at previous HMD rugged phones earlier while tracking these development updates.
Source: Leak, NotebookCheck
