Nokia’s Big Comeback: HMD to Launch 1st Smartphone in India This Month!
In brief
New Delhi: HMD has been teasing this smartphone for a while. Initially, it was believed that the HMD Arrow would be a rebranded version of the HMD Pulse, available in Europe since April. Priced at EUR 140 (approximately Rs 12,460), the Pulse comes in Atmos Blue, Dreamy Pink, and Meteor Black. It runs on Android 14, features a 6.65-inch HD+ LCD screen with 600 nits peak brightness and a 90Hz refresh rate, and is powered by an octa-core Unisoc T606 chip. The Pulse boasts a 13-megapixel rear camera, an 8-megapixel front camera, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.
New Features and Design
Recent leaks indicate that the upcoming HMD phone might be more than just a rebranded Pulse. Reports hint at a new model with a fresh design, 5G support, enhanced camera capabilities, upgraded specifications, and a new chipset. This suggests that HMD is aiming to make a strong entry into the Indian market with a competitively priced device, potentially retailing for under Rs 20,000. This price point would position the new HMD phone against popular models like the CMF Phone 1, Moto G85 5G, Lava Blaze X, and OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite.
Name Change and Launch Event
HMD’s decision to drop the “Arrow” name comes after a user contest on X (formerly Twitter) selected it as the winning entry. The company has assured that contest entries remain valid and winners will receive their prizes soon. Despite the name change, HMD has kept details about the new moniker under wraps, promising to reveal it in the coming days.
Anticipation Builds
As the launch date approaches, anticipation is building around what HMD’s first smartphone for the Indian market will offer. Given the specifications of the HMD Pulse, it is expected that the new device will feature similar or enhanced features to appeal to Indian consumers. The inclusion of 5G connectivity and upgraded hardware could make it a strong contender in the mid-range smartphone segment.
With the launch event just around the corner, more details about the device’s specifications, pricing, and availability are expected to emerge soon. Stay tuned for more updates on HMD phones as they make their exciting entry into the Indian market.
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