HTC to reveal smartphone camera attachment and selfie phone on October 8?

According to Bloomberg, HTC is preparing to introduce a smartphone camera accessory in the spirit of GoPro's rugged cameras and the Sony QX series of "smart lenses". It is said to be a waterproof 16-megapixel camera with a wide angle lens that connects to Android and iOS smartphones through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It is described as "tube-shaped", and it's going to be supported by HTC-made Android and iOS apps.



The camera could be unveiled at an October 8 event in New York, along with a new smartphone designed for taking selfies. HTC has already sent out invites for the event, titled "Double ... Drop your comments and additions..Below