Nokia Introduces Five New Phones
by Shrutee K/DNS
Mumbai, India, 26 February 2018 – HMD
Global, the home of Nokia phones, announced four new additions to its
award-winning portfolio of Android smartphones – Nokia 8 Sirocco, Nokia 7 Plus,
new Nokia 6 and Nokia 1. Delivering all the craftsmanship you expect from a
Nokia phone, each new smartphone offers durability and reliability as standard,
with the range setting new benchmarks in materials and design.
Furthering its
promise to a pure, smart, secure and up-to-date Android experience, HMD Global also
announced it is to become the first global partner to have a full suite of
devices selected into the Android One programme by Google. The unwavering commitment to
deliver a pure, secure and up-to-date Android experience has ensured Nokia
smartphones were a natural fit for the global programme.
In addition to
these stunning new Android smartphones, the iconic Nokia 8110 is reloaded,
delivering 4G connectivity, apps including Google Assistant, Google Maps,
Google Search, Facebook and Twitter, and the return of the slider phone.
Three new Nokia smartphones – the Nokia 8
Sirocco, Nokia 7 Plus and the new Nokia 6 – join the Android One family,
offering a high quality software experience designed by Google. Each phone will
stay fresh over time with the latest AI powered innovations to the highest
grade of security from Google. With a pure Android installation, Nokia smartphones
come with no unnecessary UI changes or hidden processes that would eat up
battery life or slow them down so you can enjoy your new phone for longer. Each
of the new phones comes with a limited number of pre-installed apps so that
you’ll get more storage space, as well as the latest innovations that help you
stay ahead of the game every day.
By shipping with Android Oreo™ out
of the box, you’ll be able to enjoy the latest features, including
Picture-in-Picture for multitasking, Android Instant Apps to discover and run
apps with minimal friction, 60 fantastic new emojis and battery-maximising features
like limiting background app use.
Introducing four new Nokia Android smartphones and expansion of the
portfolio:
Nokia 8 Sirocco: an ultra-compact powerhouse for the fans
Inspired by the rich design
heritage of Nokia phones, the Nokia 8 Sirocco’s elegant design and compact
style is the ideal blend of precise craftsmanship and purposeful innovation.
Delivering powerful storytelling features including enhanced Dual-Sight, ZEISS
optics and carefully tuned acoustics with Nokia spatial audio, the Nokia 8
Sirocco is an ultra-compact powerhouse, and our most beautiful smartphone to
date.
Its curved glass finish envelops a
precision-crafted stainless-steel frame to deliver a fusion of strength and
beauty. Just 2mm thin at the edge, the Nokia 8 Sirocco combines a curved edge-to-edge
pOLED 2K 5.5-inch display with smaller bezels and moulded body curves to create
an ultra-compact profile.
Its stainless steel frame is 2.5
times stronger than 6000 series aluminium, and its 3D Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5
is robust enough to endure life’s everyday knocks. Luxuriously weighted and
perfectly balanced, it feels more secure in your hand thanks to the improved
grip given by the dual diamond-polished stainless steel frame.
Now capture every detail thanks to
the Nokia 8 Sirocco’s dual rear sensors with ZEISS optics that combine an
ultra-sensitive, wide angle primary camera for impressive low-light performance
and a secondary 13MP sensor with 2x optical zoom. And with Pro Camera mode you
get full manual control over every picture you take, helping you capture photos
like a pro.
Available from early April, the Nokia
8 Sirocco will retail for a global average retail price of €749, excluding
taxes and subsidies.
Nokia 7 Plus: the flagship hero for everyone
Made for creators to deliver
stunning content, the Nokia 7 Plus has the screen, power, design and features to
make it a true hero in our smartphone range. Combining innovative optical
hardware and imaging algorithms, the Nokia 7 Plus captures moments into photos
that are true to life. With enhanced Dual-Sight, dual rear sensors with ZEISS
optics combine an ultra-sensitive 12MP wide-angle primary camera for excellent
performance in both low-light and extra bright conditions and a secondary 13MP camera
that delivers 2x optical zoom for the moments when you wish you were closer.
To enable you
to capture and enjoy more content for longer, the Nokia 7 Plus is backed by the
powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 660 Mobile Platform. It’s been optimised and
integrated for maximum performance and battery life, even when you are
broadcasting your #Bothie videos live on Facebook or YouTube. Optimised to
extract every bit of juice from the already powerful 3800 mAh battery, the
Nokia 7 Plus delivers an amazing 2-day battery life.
Its gently curved back and slim
edges give you a big-screen experience in a comfortable, neat package. The
vivid 6-inch 18:9 Full HD+ display makes the Nokia 7 Plus perfect for browsing,
social media consumption, gaming and entertainment with more content in the
same width as a traditional 5.5-inch display device.
Available in a choice of two
colour blends, Black/Copper
and White/Copper, the Nokia 7 Plus will go on sale from
early April and will retail for a global average retail price of €399,
excluding taxes and subsidies.
The New Nokia 6: our award-winning phone just got even better
Building on the success of its
predecessor, the New Nokia 6 packs even more powerful performance and great new
features in a more compact, durable body. Over 60% faster than its award-winning
predecessor, it now offers enhanced Dual-Sight, ZEISS optics, USB-C fast-charging,
a more compact screen-to-body ratio, Nokia spatial audio and pure, secure and
up-to-date Android Oreo™.
The New Nokia 6 takes the
original’s precision craftsmanship to the next level by combining a unibody,
made from a solid block of 6000 series aluminium, with an 11-hour two-tone
anodising and polishing process. And by uniting a sculpted 2.5D display with
damage-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass, the New Nokia 6’s compact and refined
body is built to last.
Our engineers have integrated the
Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 630 Mobile Platform to deliver fast and smooth
performance alongside great day-long battery life.
Available in three slick colour blends:
Black/Copper, White/Iron and Blue/Gold, as well as two configurations of 3GB
RAM/32GB ROM, which will be available in early April, or 4GB RAM/64GB ROM
coming later, the New Nokia 6 will go on sale in early April and will retail for a global average retail
price of €279 excluding taxes and subsidies.
Nokia 1: a complete Nokia smartphone experience, accessible to
everyone
The Nokia 1 is a breakthrough in
accessible technology, delivering smartphone essentials with the reassuring
quality you expect of a Nokia phone and a refreshingly
familiar design to fans around the world. Giving more people
access to technology, it comes with Android Oreo™ (Go edition), a version of
Android optimized for devices with 1GB RAM or less. The Nokia 1 is designed to
be smooth and responsive, with full access to the Google Play™ Store so you can
find all your favourite apps from WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram to mobile
banking while also highlighting apps that are optimised for Android Oreo™ (Go
edition).
Featuring the iconic ‘Nokia smile’
in a fresh new package, you can give your Nokia 1 a makeover thanks to the
popular Xpress-on covers, available in a range of vibrant colours. Simply click
on and off in seconds to express your personal style with these exchangeable
covers. Each cover has been built with the same precision and attention to
detail as the phone’s original cover. Inherently coloured, the tough two-tone
polycarbonate cover is ready to take on every day knocks and bumps with its
durable design.
Available from early April in Warm
Red and Dark Blue to fans around the world, the Nokia 1 will retail for a
global average retail price of $85, excluding taxes and subsidies. Xpress-on
covers, sold separately, are available from $7.99 in Azure, Grey, Yellow and
Pink.
For the Originals: Reloading Nokia 8110
Reloading the legendary Nokia 8110,
this 4G feature phone comes complete with the iconic curved slider design.
Giving you the chance to switch off, have fun and relax with the knowledge that
all your smartphone essentials are there when you need them.
With a familiar and easy to use
interface, it features intuitive tactile mechanics, with slide to answer and
end calls, as well as an addictive helicopter style spin on its axis. Nokia
8110 comes with the craftsmanship you expect from a Nokia phone, delivering
durability and reliability as standard. Nokia 8110 delivers crystal-clear VoLTE
calling and is perfect for anyone who wants an iconic 4G feature phone or a
companion phone. With access to an app store, for favourites like Google
Assistant, Google Search, Google Maps, Facebook and Twitter, send and receive
emails or import your contacts and sync your calendar with Outlook and Gmail.
To keep it running flawlessly, the Nokia 8110 features the Qualcomm® 205 Mobile
Platform. And yes, it comes with a revamped version of Snake.
With two vibrant colours to choose
from, Traditional Black
and Banana Yellow, the Nokia 8110 will be available
from May and will retail for a global average retail price of €79, excluding
taxes and subsidies.
Florian Seiche, CEO of HMD Global, said: “This time last year, we started
our journey with huge expectations from fans and a massive responsibility to
deliver on the legacy of one of the most innovative brands in our space. Since
then we have reintroduced well-loved icons, forged partnerships with friends
old and new and delivered our pure, secure and up-to-date Android experience
across our smartphone portfolio. Last year we shipped over 70 million Nokia phones.
“As we’ve expanded our portfolio we’ve
always maintained one vision: to deliver great Nokia phones that live up to the
values that our fans expect. It has been an exhilarating time and as we look
ahead, we plan to build on our success by expanding our portfolio and giving
consumers a wide range of Nokia phones they can love, trust and rely on.”
Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer of HMD Global, said: “Today, we are delighted to
announce the expansion of our range with the introduction of five new devices,
setting new benchmarks in smartphone design with Nokia 8 Sirocco and delivering
our most accessible smartphone to date in Nokia 1. “Through these new devices, you’ll see our innovative
approach to engineering and our strong legacy in imaging coming to the
forefront in collaboration with ZEISS. And you will recognise our best in class
materials led design and the distinctive finish throughout the portfolio which
delivers all the reliability and durability expected of a Nokia phone.
“We pride ourselves on making smartphones that
address real-world needs. Our commitment to pure, secure and up-to-date Android
is core to our strategy and is loved by consumers. Today, we take that
commitment to a deeper level by becoming the lead partner for the Android One
programme globally, delivering an experience that is endorsed by Google.”
Pekka Rantala, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing
Officer of HMD Global, said: “A smartphone is an everyday
partner and something people need to know they can rely on. Last year we
promised people that we would deliver on all the hallmarks of a true Nokia
phone experience and that we would live up to the trust people have in the
Nokia brand. This year, we are delighted to join the Android One programme that
reinforces our commitment to pure, secure and up-to-date Android and makes us a
natural choice. Today, with our expanded portfolio, we feel every consumer can
pick a Nokia phone they can truly rely on.”
Jamie Rosenberg, VP,
Business & Operations, Android & Google Play: “Android
One is our flagship partner programme, and this comprehensive line-up of new
Nokia smartphones represents our biggest partnership to date. Now, users around
the world can find the perfect device to fit their needs and know they're
getting a high-quality hardware and software experience that’s smart, secure,
and simply amazing.”
Availability:
Nokia 8 Sirocco will be available from early April for a global average
retail price of €749.
Nokia 7 Plus will be available from early April for a global average
retail price of €399.
New Nokia 6 will be available from May for a global average retail price
of €279.
Nokia 1 will be available from early April for a global average retail
price of $85. Xpress-on covers, sold separately, are
available from $7.99 in Azure, Grey, Yellow and Pink.
Nokia 8110 will be available from May for a global average retail price
of €79.
All prices exclude taxes and subsidies.
About
HMD Global
Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, HMD Global Oy is the home
of Nokia phones. HMD designs and markets a range of smartphones and feature
phones targeted at a range of consumers and price points. With a commitment to
innovation and quality, HMD is the proud exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand
for phones and tablets. For further information, see www.hmdglobal.com.
Nokia is a registered trademark of
Nokia Corporation. Android, Android One, Google and Google Photos are
trademarks of Google LLC; Oreo is a trademark of Mondelez International, Inc.
group. Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated,
registered in the United States and other countries. Qualcomm Snapdragon is a
product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. ZEISS and the
ZEISS logo are registered trademarks of Carl Zeiss AG used under license of Carl
Zeiss Vision GmbH.
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