An image of Verizon's exclusive Windows Phone 8 device, the Samsung ATIV Odyssey, has been posted to Twitter by @evleaks. The device, which was mentioned by Verizon in its Windows Phone 8 press release, but not officially unveiled, is expected to be available before the end of the year.

The Samsung ATIV Odyssey is expected to be a variant of the Samsung ATIV S. The image backs this up with similarly positioned buttons, camera, and microSD card slot, but the two devices should still be visually distinctive, thanks to a subtly different shape and materials selection. 

@evleaks has previously posted images of multiple handsets ahead of their official announcement, including all the second generation Lumia devices, but as ever until the official announcement comes this is unconfirmed.

Verizon are promoting their fast network speed and will also be included a number of apps and services with its Windows Phone 8 devices:

A brand new OS needs a powerful network to run on, and with 4G LTE coverage in more than 410 markets across the United States, Windows Phone 8 customers will be browsing and streaming at blazing speeds. That same Verizon Wireless advantage also includes access to the exclusive apps like VZ Navigator for turn-by-turn navigation and maps with millions points of interest, Backup Assistant Plus to store your contacts and sports apps including one for football aficionado.

Verizon are currently selling the HTC 8X and Nokia Lumia 822, with pricing of $199 and $99 on a two year contract respectively.

Via: The Verge / Tom Warren Twitter