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HMD Global brings durable Nokia XR21, and affordable C-series phones to the US
A trio of Nokia phones have now hit US shores.
Nokia is introducing three new smartphones to the US with the C100, C300, and XR21. For the most part, you're not going to find anything here that's going to become one of the best Android phones of 2023, but the C100 and C300 are going to be great options if you're looking for cheap Android phones, and the Nokia XR21 looks like a great option if you need something that can take a beating.
HMD Global announces four new Nokia devices and a subscription service at IFA 2022
HMD Global has announced three new Nokia devices and a unique subscription service at IFA 2022. Read on to learn more.
HMD Global has announced four new Nokia-branded devices at the ongoing IFA 2022 trade show in Berlin -- the Nokia X30 5G, Nokia G60 5G, Nokia C31, and the Nokia T21. Along with these devices, the company has also announced a new subscription service called Circular, which will reward Nokia smartphone users for using their devices for longer. Here's everything you need to know about the latest Nokia smartphones and the Circular subscription service.
The Nokia G400 5G is now available at T-Mobile
HMD Global's Nokia G400 5G has finally landed on U.S. shores. The phone is now available through T-Mobile and cost $234.
The Nokia G400 5G was announced at the top of the year during CES 2022. At the time, the firm did not offer a release date, only saying that the phone was part of a lineup that would arrive at U.S. carriers sometime in the first half of the year. While it's a little late to arrive at retail, it has been confirmed to be available at T-Mobile.
HMD Global releases Nokia handsets aimed at those yearning to revisit the past
HMD Global has released two new handsets, the Nokia 8210 4G and Nokia 5710 XpressAudio, that offer a look that leverages Nokia's past.
Although Nokia is now just a footnote in mobile phone history, it dominated the market at its peak, with nearly 50 percent market share. Despite the brand dying long ago, the name remains, with HMD Global picking up the mantle and producing Android smartphones and feature phones. The company doesn't typically deliver anything earth-shattering these days. Still, it at least manages to have some fun with the IP, creating updated handsets that pluck at the heartstrings of nostalgia.
HMD Global rolls out Android 12 update to the Nokia G10, G20, and Nokia 2.4
HMD Global has officially started rolling out the stable Android 12 update for the Nokia G10, G20, and the Nokia 2.4 across the world.
Android 12 has now been out for a while, and Android 13 is just around the corner. Most flagship and mid-range smartphones that are eligible for the Android 12 update from their respective manufacturers have received the new software. However, there are still many devices for which the update hasn’t rolled out yet, particularly some budget smartphones where updates are not as much of a priority as they are on more expensive devices. This, however, doesn’t mean that they’re necessarily going to be left behind. Now, three entry-level smartphones from HMD Global — the Nokia 2.4, Nokia G10, and Nokia G20 are getting updates to Android 12.
Google released the final build of Android 12 in October of last year, and by the end of the year, many of the most popular Android smartphones were already updated. However, it's taking some manufacturers longer than others to upgrade all their phones, and HMD Global has been slow to roll out Android 12 to its Nokia-branded devices. HMD is now releasing the update to yet another budget Nokia phone, the Nokia XR20.
What happened to Android One?
What happened to Android One? It's hard to actually say, as Google doesn't want to talk about it. We can infer what's likely wrong, though.
Do you remember Android One? It's a pretty barebones Android variant that came with some smartphones, most notably pretty much all of HMD Global's Nokia-licensed portfolio. However, it's also responsible for the birth of popular devices such as the Xiaomi Mi A1 and was lauded by some thanks to its commitment to quick updates -- both major platform updates and security updates. And if you don't remember Android One, we won't blame you either, since the initiative has been missing from the public eye for a while now.
HMD Global reveals three new budget Nokia phones with Android 11 Go
HMD has three new budget phones aimed at international markets, with bottom-of-the-barrel hardware and Android 11.
HMD Global has been selling Nokia-branded Android phones for years at this point, though in recent history, it has started to slip behind with software support. That isn't stopping the company from making even more phones, and now there are three more budget devices on the way: the Nokia C21 Plus, Nokia C21, and Nokia C 2nd Edition.
HMD Global launches ultra-affordable Nokia Lite Earbuds and Nokia Wired Buds in India
HMD Global today expanded its accessories lineup in India with the launch of the Nokia Lite Earbuds and Nokia Wired Buds.
HMD Global today expanded its accessories lineup in India with the launch of the Nokia Lite Earbuds and Nokia Wired Buds. Both earphones promise to deliver great sound and a feature-rich experience at a bargain price.
Nokia G50 is the latest HMD Global phone to get Android 12
The Nokia G50 is the latest HMD Global phone to get Android 12, though the company hasn't officially announced the roll out yet.
The Nokia G50 is a direct successor to the Nokia G20 that launched earlier this year alongside the Nokia G10, packing the budget-oriented Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 chipset. It has a 6.82-inch LCD panel, 4GB of RAM, and launched with Android 11 in September. HMD Global promised that the phone would receive two major upgrades with three years of security patches. Since then, we've seen both the Nokia X20 and the Nokia X10 receive their first major updates to Android 12. Now, it's the Nokia G50's turn, as it's getting Android 12 as well.
Nokia X10 is HMD Global’s latest smartphone to get Android 12
HMD Global has officially started rolling out the stable Android 12 update for the Nokia X10 across the globe. Read on to learn more!
Earlier this year in April, HMD Global unveiled a pair of Nokia X series smartphones powered by Qualcomm’s budget 5G-enabled Snapdragon 480 SoC. The company also promised to serve three generations of Android updates for the phone duo. Among them, the Nokia X20 has already received its first major software update in the form of Android 12. Now, it is time for the Nokia X10 to get a taste of Android 12.
Nokia, OnePlus, OPPO, Motorola, and others will support Android 12 dynamic themes
A new code commit reveals that many OEMs will support Android 12's dynamic themes, but the exact implementation might vary by device.
One of the most impressive new features in Android 12 is the automatic Material You theming system, which changes the appearance of your device (specifically, the colors of certain interface elements) based on the current wallpaper. Codenamed 'Monet,' the theming system is currently exclusive to Google's own Pixel devices, but now we know at least some manufacturers are planning to support some variation of it.
[Update: Launched in India] HMD's new Nokia XR20 boasts durable hardware and long-term software support
The Nokia XR20 offers flagship-grade software support, a durable body that can take some abuse, and an extended two-year warranty,
HMD Global today unveiled a new Android phone called the Nokia XR20. The new phone isn’t packed with the most powerful internals out there, nor does it try to win you over with a bold design. What it promises instead is longevity. The Nokia XR20 is designed to last long, and it boasts some impressive claims and promises, including an extended two-year warranty, flagship-grade software support, and a resilient body that can take some abuse.
Nokia G300 is a new dirt-cheap 5G smartphone from HMD Global
The Nokia G300 offers a 6.5-inch LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC, a 4,470mAh battery and more Read on.
HMD Global on Tuesday unveiled the Nokia G300, the company's most affordable 5G smartphone yet. For $199, the Nokia G300 gives you a large 6.5-inch display, Snapdragon 480 SoC, 5G support, a sizeable battery, and a near-stock Android experience.
The Nokia T20 is HMD's first tablet with budget specs and a low price
The Nokia T20 is the first Nokia-branded tablet from HMD Global. It features budget specs and comes at a rather affordable price.
After sharing a teaser for an upcoming tablet late last month, HMD Global has now unveiled the Nokia T20. It's the company's first Nokia-branded tablet, and it offers budget hardware at an affordable price. Read on to learn more about the new Nokia T20.
HMD teases its first tablet, which could be the Nokia T20
HMD Global will reveal its first Nokia-branded tablet next month, which may come in WiFi and 4G versions with 4GB RAM.
HMD Global has been producing phones under the Nokia name for several years now, from flagship-class devices to revivals of 2000s-era feature phones. However, the company has yet to produce a Nokia-branded tablet, and now HMD is teasing a tablet launch on Twitter set for October 6th.
The new Nokia G50 is a massive budget phone with 5G for $299
HMD Globa's new Nokia G50 smartphone packs a massive 6.8-inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC, a 48MP camera and a massive battery.
After launching the Nokia C20 Plus last month, HMD Global has now announced a new budget smartphone. The Nokia G50 is a direct successor to the Nokia G20 that launched in April this year alongside the Nokia G10. The new model looks identical to its predecessor but packs a bigger display and swaps the MediaTek chip for a Snapdragon one.
HMD Global's new Nokia C20 Plus offers 1-year replacement guarantee and Android 11 Go
HMD Global has unveiled the Nokia C20 Plus, an entry-level smartphone with Android 11 Go edition, a 6.5-inch HD+ display, and dual cameras.
Today HMD Global unveiled the Nokia C20 Plus, the company’s latest entry-level smartphone for the Indian market. Similar to the Nokia C20 and C10 that launched earlier in April, the new phone targets first-time smartphone buyers, offering entry-level hardware and Android 11 Go edition at an ultra-affordable price tag.
Motorola Edge 20, POCO X3 GT, Huawei P50, and more forums are now open
Check out XDA forums for the Motorola Edge 20 series, POCO X3 GT, Huawei P50, ZTE Axon 30, Nokia XR20 and more!
Last week we saw some exciting new hardware coming out from Huawei, ZTE, Motorola, and Nokia. ZTE showcased the Axon 30 with an improved under-display camera while Huawei made a strong statement with the launch of its new P50 series, promising "new breakthrough tech in mobile imaging.” Nokia unveiled a tough phone that promises to last for years with 2 years of warranty and 4 years of software support. After weeks of leaks, Motorola also finally unveiled the new Motorola Edge 20 series.
The canceled Android-powered Nokia feature phone gets shown off in a hands-on video
Android-powered Nokia 400 feature phone reappears in hands-on video giving us a close look at its software. Read on to learn more.
Back in April of 2019, we first learned that Google was working on a version of Android for feature phones. Later that year, in September, we saw a leaked hands-on video of a Nokia phone running this new version of Android. Soon thereafter, we spotted a Nokia feature phone with the model number TA-1208 on the Wi-Fi Alliance website. The listing also revealed that the device would be called the Nokia 400 upon release, and it would run GAFP -- Google Android for Feature Phones. Although HMD Global ended up canceling the device, another leaked hands-on video showcasing the phone has now surfaced online.