Nokia 8.1– Elevating the Value Flagship Experience
Brings flagship calibre imaging with ZEISS Optics, Pure Display
screen technology and accelerated performance to the value flagship segment Pre-orders begin 10th December 2018
DELHI, INDIA– HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, announced that the Nokia 8.1, the newest addition to its value flagship range, is coming to fans in India. As with other Nokia smartphones in
the same category,including the award-winning Nokia 7 plus, the Nokia 8.1
punches above its weight with extraordinary imaging achieved by its highly sensitive, industry-leading
camera sensor, ZEISS Optics and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). The Pure Display
screen technology with HDR 10 support along with highly accurate colour reproduction delivers enhanced viewing experiences even in bright sunlight, while the chipset ensures smooth performance for up to two days per charge.
All
of this comes in a contemporary package with the precise craftsmanship expected
from a Nokia smartphone.Running
the latest Android software, Android 9 Pie, the Nokia 8.1 delivers the best Android experience with
the latest innovations right out of the box.
Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global:
“We’ve
seen great success in the value flagship category with each of our smartphones
in this class consistently introducing new premium experiences to our fans.
With the Nokia 8.1, we are further pushing the boundaries in this segment.We offer
accelerated performance with a first-class processor architecture, dual cameras
with an industry-leading sensor, OIS and ZEISS Optics for great low light
imaging, and our new PureDisplay HDR screen technology.
“As
well as delivering the meticulous craftsmanship and build quality of the
renowned Nokia smartphone design, we have also brought the Android 9 Pie
experience to our fans, so they can enjoy the latest Android innovations including new Digital Wellbeing
features. Our fans are at the heart of every
design and engineering decision. We want
to give them premium experiences – we hope they agree that the Nokia 8.1
embodies engineering excellence at great value.”
Ajey Mehta, Vice President and Country Head
HMD Global said:“India
is one of the top markets for HMD Global and our fans here are central to our
product strategy. We have gained tremendous love from them in the value
flagship category and with the premium experiences that that Nokia 8.1 will
offer, we hope to further strengthen our relationship with our fans here.”
Imaging excellence with flagship calibre
imaging technology
The
Nokia 8.1’s great low light imaging performance comes from a perfect blend of
software and hardware. Its 12MP main camera with ZEISS Optics has an
industry-leading 1/2.55”super sensitive sensor with large 1.4 micronpixels for
precise light capture, delivering exceptionally detailed images. With its
combination of Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) technology and superfast autofocus, the Nokia 8.1doesn’tlet shaky hands stop you from capturing
crisp images and videos. A wide aperture ensures you can capture sharp pictures
even in low light conditions, allowing longer exposure times that can be manually controlled with the Pro Camera mode.
The
20MP adaptive front camera lets you capture the ultimate night-time selfie, as it enhances how much light it is able to capture by combining four pixels into one super pixel. You can also shoot
movies like a pro with 4K video and relive your memories as if you were still
there withhigh fidelity Nokia spatial audio stereo surround sound recording.
Create
studio-style portrait shots with the popular “bokeh” effect, enhanced
with the Nokia 8.1’s native shallow depth of field, coupled with its secondary 13MP depth sensor. Unleash your creativity with the
Pro Camera UI for the ultimate control over your photos, or take your #Bothie
game to the next level with AI-powered 3D personas, masks and fun filters in
your photos and videos, all
of which you can livestream directly without
leaving your camera app.
Accelerated performance and PureDisplay
With
smartphones rapidly becoming the default device for watching videos, you need a
display tailored to the content you’re enjoying in the environment you’re in.
The Nokia 8.1 is the second Nokia smartphone to come with PureDisplay screen
technology for an enhanced viewing experience. Visuals are taken to another
level with HDR 10 delivering higher contrast, great clarity, and over a billion individual colours to ensure images remain
accuratewhether you’re in a dark room or bright sunlight. Playing games or
watching videos, your display will deliver the best possible experience.
To
watch all that vivid content on the go, you need exceptional battery life. The
Nokia 8.1 lets you effortlessly enjoy up to two days with one charge. Long-lasting power combined with the Snapdragon 710 Mobile Platform
means the Nokia 8.1 can get through any task without breaking a sweat, with 35%
faster graphics and 20% higher performance than the previous generation, the Snapdragon
660. It also has twice the AI power, thanks to a multi-core AI Engine which
combines a brand-new architecture for efficient performance. Qualcomm®aptX™
audio support also means music lovers can enjoy high quality sound wirelessly
over Bluetooth.
Take
the smartphone to a whole new dimension by combining the physical world and
digital content with AR core support. Through apps like Human Anatomy, Magic Plan, and Jenga AR, you can visualise and learn about the nervous system in 3D, create
a floor plan for your next remodel just by walking around the house, and stack blocks on your dining room table with no need to tidy
up after your tower collapses.
Design that is made to the highest standards
Heralding
a new era of precision craftsmanship and obsession with detail, the Nokia 8.1
has been designed with less than a hair’s width between materials, achieving
the build quality and structural integrity expected from a Nokia smartphone, as
well as making a true statement of clean, elegant European design.
At its core is the strength of an extruded
6000-series aluminium frame with a diecast centre for efficient use of
materials. Exploiting the elegant contrast
between the curved glass, polished metal and the sand-blasted finish, the Nokia
8.1’s unique two-tone design is augmented with a dual anodising process,
building on the finish that fans loved on the Nokia 7 plus. Diamond cut edges
deliver a bold statement with the durability to withstand the knocks of
everyday life.
The
Nokia 8.1’s stunning 6.18” Full HD+ edge-to-edge display is housed within a
beautifully refined and neat footprint, so you can enjoy your favourite movies
and apps on a big screen comfortably on the go, giving you even more screen
than the award-winning Nokia 7 plus which as a6” display.
Pure, secure and up-to-date Android 9 Pie,
reinforced with Android One™
The
Nokia 8.1 is the first Nokia smartphone to launch with Android 9 Pie out of the
box. It joins the comprehensive line-up of Nokia smartphones in the Android One
family, which means it delivers the best version
of Android
innovations and software experiences. Nokia smartphones with Android One offer
great storage and battery life right out of the box and come with three years of monthly security
patches and two major OS updates.
The
Nokia 8.1 comes with Android 9 Pie, which includes AI-powered features that make your device smarter and faster while
alsoadapting to your
behavior as you use it, so your smartphone
gets better with time. The Adaptive Battery feature limits battery usage from
apps you don’t use often, and App Actions predicts what you’re about to do so
you can get to your next action quickly. These features further streamline your
device’s functionality and your overall
Android experience. The Nokia 8.1 also combines the capabilities of Google Assistant with Dual-Sight, so you can ask it to take #Bothie
pictures and videos, and even command it to livestream to YouTube for a convenient and seamless experience.
The
Nokia 8.1 will receive three years of monthly security patches and two major OS updates, as guaranteed in the Android One programme. In addition, Google Play™ protect scans over 50 billion apps per
dayto keep your phone safe from malware, making the Nokia 8.1 among the most secure phones on the market. It also comes with easy
access to helpful innovative services
including the Google Assistant,
which helps you get things done throughout the day, as well as Google Photos with free unlimited high-quality photo storage. Nokia 8.1 is part of the
Android Enterprise Recommended programme which means it is recommended by
Google as best choice for professionals.
Availability and Offers
The
Nokia 8.1 is available in two colour combinations in India, Blue/Silver and
Iron/Steel and will be available for pre-booking from 10th December
2018 on Nokia.com/phones and across select retail outlets and partners like
Croma, Reliance, Sangeetha, Poorvika, Big C and MyG. Consumers can also opt for
‘Notify me’ on Amazon.in.
The
Nokia 8.1 will be available on sale from 21stDecember 2018 across top mobile retail outlets in India, on
Nokia.com/phones and on Amazon.in at a recommended best buy price of INR 26,999
for the 4GB/64GB variant.
Airtel prepaid customers on Nokia 8.1 can enjoy 1TB of 4G data on
eligible plans starting Rs. 199 and Airtel post-paid customers can enjoy
additional data of 120GB along with three months of Netflix subscription and
one year of Amazon Prime subscription on plans starting Rs. 499. This offer is available at all channels.
Consumers purchasing Nokia 8.1 using HDFC Bank Credit and Debit
cards on EMI transactions done through Pinelabs terminals in offline stores
will receive a 10% cashback. This offer is available at retail outlets.
Consumers pre-booking on Nokia.com/phones or through retail
outlets,or registering for notify-me on Amazon.in, will receive a one-time
screen-replacement plan for the first 6 months, offered by our partner Servify,
on Nokia 8.1.
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