HMD Global – the official licensee of Nokia brand, has announced 5 new devices for the global markets. The list begins with the reintroduced Nokia 8110 which now comes with 4G support. Next follows is the Nokia 1 and Nokia 6 2nd Generation, Nokia 7 Plus and finally the Nokia 8 Sirocco. Find further details down below starting with the top of the range device.
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Nokia 8 Sirocco Details – Specifications, Price and Availability
The Nokia 8 Sirocco is the latest high-end device from HMD Global. Like the Nokia 8, the 8 Sirocco probably checks all boxes for what one can expect from his smartphone i.e. performance, camera quality, reliability and of course durability & security. Here’s a quick look at the specifications and price.
| Dimensions | 140.93 x 72.97 x 7.5 |
| Display | 5.5″ QHD (2K resolution) pOLED Gorilla Glass 5 protection (on both front and back glass) |
| Camera | Primary (back) camera: 12 MP Wide + 13 MP Tele + dual-tone LED flash + Zeiss Optics Secondary (front): 5MP + display flash + Zeiss Optics Pro Mode camera app included |
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 Octa core – 4 x 2.36 GHz Kryo + 4 x 1.9 GHz Kryo |
| Storage and Memory | 128GB USF2.1 6GB LPPDDR RAM |
| Sensors | Fingerprint sensor, ALS/PS, G-sensor, E-compass, Gyro, Hall sensor, Barometer |
| Operating System | Android Oreo with Android One Upgradeable to Android P |
| Color | Black |
The Nokia 8 features Nokia’s OZO/Spacial Audio technology and features Zeiss optics for the cameras. The design is very similar to the Nokia 7, including the use of glass on the back.
Nokia 8 Sirocco Price – Juho Sarvikas, HMD Global’s CPO announced the Nokia 8 Sirocco with a price tag of €749. The price in different markets may significantly differ from the official. However, a direct price conversion brings us to following values:
- USD – $920
- INR (India) – ₹59,499
- PHP (Philippines) – ₱47,700
Nokia 8 Sirocco Availability – The device will start shipping from April 2018. Exact release dates in different markets will vary. So, please stay in touch with regional Nokia publications to know when the phone is available for purchase around you.
Nokia 7 Plus Details – Specs, Price and Launch Dates
HMD Global also announced the Nokia 7 Plus. The Global lineup will miss the Nokia 7 which is exclusively available in China. So, sorry to those who want to have a phone with a smaller display. Anyhow, let’s jump further into the specs and details.
| Dimensions | 158.38 x 75.64 x 9.55 mm The thickness is 7.99mm without the camera hump |
| Display | 6″ IPS LCD at 2160 x 1080 18:9 Aspect Ratio Gorilla Glass 3 protection |
| Camera | Primary (back) camera: 12 MP Wide + 13 MP + dual-tone LED flash + Zeiss Optics Secondary (front): 16MP + display flash + Zeiss Optics Pro Mode camera app included |
| Processor | Snapdragon 660 |
| Storage and Memory | 64GB eMMC 5.1 4GB LPDDR4 RAM |
| Sensors | Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, E-compass, Gyroscope, Fingerprint Sensor, Hall sensor |
| Operating System | Android Oreo with Android One Upgradeable to Android P |
| Color | Black / Copper, White / Copper |
Price of Nokia 7 Plus – Nokia 7 Plus is announced with an average global release price tag of €399. The device may retail for lesser in price conscious markets like India. Anyhow, the following is a direct price conversion to different currencies:
- USD – $490
- INR (India) – ₹30,000
- PHP (Philippines) – ₱25,400
Availability of Nokia 7 Plus – The brand new Nokia 7 will go on sale in the month of April 2018. However, it is not the same for all regions. Hence, please follow regional social pages of Nokia for updates relating to launch in your region.
Nokia 6 (2nd Generation) – Specifications, Price and Availability
Back in January, HMD Global launched the upgraded Nokia 6 (2nd Gen/2018) in China. The device is now revealed for global markets with minor changes. The Nokia 6 (2nd Gen) is a good package for the price segment. It now brings USB-C connectivity along with Nokia Ozo Spacial Audio and improved camera with Zeiss optics. Here is a quick look at its specifications and then the price and availability details.
| Dimensions | 148.8 x 75.8 x 8.15mm Thickness is 8.6mm with camera hump |
| Display | 5.5” IPS LCD, full-HD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 Aspect Ratio Gorilla Glass 3 protection |
| Camera | Primary (back) camera: 12 MP Wide + 13 MP + dual-tone LED flash Secondary (front): 16MP + display flash |
| Processor | Octa-core Snapdragon 630 at 2.2 Ghz |
| Storage and Memory | 32GB eMMC 5.1 Expandable to 128GB with MicroSD card 3GB LPDDR4 RAM (A 64GB/4GB variant might launch later) |
| Sensors | Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, E-compass, Gyroscope, Fingerprint Sensor, Hall sensor |
| Operating System | Android Oreo with Android One Upgradeable to Android P |
| Color | Black / Copper, White / Iron, Blue / Gold |
Nokia 6 (2018) Price – The new Nokia 6 (2nd Gen) is announced with an average retail price of €279. The price in other currencies is as follows:
- USD – $343
- INR (India) – ₹22,199
- PHP (Philippines) – ₱17,770
Nokia 6 (2018) Release Date – HMD Global is planning for an early April release for the Nokia 6 (2nd Gen). So, the device will be available for purchase soon after.
Nokia 1 with Android Oreo (Go Edition) – Price, Specs and Availability
The Nokia 1 is the entry-level smartphone from Nokia. It runs the “Go” edition of Android Oreo. Android Oreo (Go Edition) ensures that the device’s performance is not compromised due to under-powered hardware which is the case for budget smartphones. Here are the rest of the details of Nokia 1, starting with the specifications.
- Display: 4.5” IPS FWVGA display
- Processor: Quad core MT6737M by MediaTek
- Camera: 5MP with LED on back, 2MP front
- Storage & Memory: 8GB of internal storage expandable via MicroSD card | 1GB RAM
- Battery: 2150mAh, MicroUSB 2.0
- OS: Android Oreo (Go Edition)
- Colors: Warm Red, Dark Blue
Nokia 1 targets buyers who are looking for a phone on tight budget without compromising on performance.
Price of Nokia 1 – The Nokia 1 is announced with a price tag of USD $85/EUR 72. This is very competitive for an entry-level device and it is also expected that the price will be lower in key markets. The smartphone can even cost ₹5,000 in India if HMD Global decides to go extremely competitive.
Availability details of Nokia 1 – Juho announced that Nokia 1 will start retailing in early April.
Nokia 8110 4G Feature Phone – Details, Price and Availability
HMD Global has recreated yet another legendary Nokia phone. This time comes the Nokia 8110. The phone is primarily aimed at Nokia fans and the people who want to have a phone that stands out.
Nokia 8110 4G features a similar slide mechanism as the original. It not only protects the display, but also offers the ability to pick up and hand up calls. It also comes equipped with features which are important, such as – WiFi Hotspot and App store. The phone will be available in single and dual SIM configurations.
Nokia 8110 4G Specifications & Price
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- 2.4” curved display
- 2MP camera with LED flash
- Qualcomm 205 processor
- 512 MB RAM and 4GB Storage
- KaiOS
- Black and yellow (Banana Yellow 🙃)
- Price – €79; available in May 2018
That’s all HMD Global presented on stage on 25th February. What do you think of the devices? I like the Nokia 7 Plus, however, the pricing might not be very well thought of. The Nokia 8 Sirocco does overcome a lot of things that Nokia 8 missed. The pricing is again very premium and many might not find it meaningful in this world of competition.
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