Samsung Galaxy Note 7 release date, specs news: Hybrid phablet to arrive early next month, to feature iris scanner?

Many people are excited about the upcoming August release of the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Although the Korean tech giant has yet to confirm the event, there are several speculations all over the internet suggesting the arrival of the hybrid phablet.

According to the reports, the device will come on Aug. 2 and it will showcase several impressive features including the new iris scanner, which is still a rarity on all major smartphones today. In a new leaked footage, it confirms the revolutionary feature on the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. It shows the user unlocking the phablet using the iris scanner option.

Several details have also surfaced online including screenshots with instructions on how to set up the iris scanner for the first time. Samsung has allegedly advised users not to let babies use the feature as well as people who wear glasses. The company also recommends a certain distance between the phone and the user's eye for the feature to work properly.

Previous reports suggested that the upcoming Galaxy Note 7 will carry 6 GB of RAM; however, new reports confirm that the device will only have 4 GB of RAM paired with either a Snapdragon or Exynos processor. The handset will carry a 5.7-inch screen with 2560 x 1440 Quad HD Super AMOLED curved edge display. It will also have 64 GB of onboard storage capacity, which is expandable through microSD.

Following the report that the device has already secured an FCC certification, rumors are circulating that Samsung is planning to manufacture five million units that will be ready for the Aug. 2 launching.

Meanwhile, other features of the device include a 12-megapixel primary shooter with phase detection autofocus and a 5 MP selfie snapper.

As of the moment, Samsung has remained quiet with regard to their alleged Aug. 2 launching of the Galaxy Note 7.

Stay tuned for more news and updates about the smartphone's upcoming release.