HMD Global: Nokia’s smartphone manufacturing company, HMD, has unveiled its inaugural smartphone series under its proprietary brand. Let’s delve into the details and prices of all three phones in this series.
HMD Global has debuted its premier smartphone series, introducing three distinct models: HMD Pulse, HMD Pulse+, and HMD Pulse Pro. Notably, while HMD had previously been associated with producing Nokia smartphones, this marks the first time the company has ventured into launching its own smartphone brand. Here’s an overview of these three smartphones.
Specifications of HMD Pulse:
Display: Featuring a 6.67-inch IPS LCD screen, the HMD Pulse offers HD+ resolution, peak brightness of up to 600 nits, a centered punch hole cutout, and a 90Hz refresh rate.
Processor: Powered by the UniSoC T606 SoC chipset, this phone is equipped with a Mali-G57 MP1 GPU for graphics.
Software: Running on the Android 14-based operating system, the HMD Pulse is slated to receive Android updates for two years and security updates for three years.
Back Camera: The phone boasts a 13MP main camera with autofocus, complemented by a depth sensor and LED flash.
Front Camera: For selfies and video calling, an 8MP front camera adorns the front of the device.
Battery and Charging: With a 5000mAh battery, the HMD Pulse supports 10W wired fast charging.
Connectivity: Offering 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and a 3.5mm audio jack, the HMD Pulse ensures comprehensive connectivity options.
Other Features: Noteworthy features include IP52 dust and water resistance, QuickFix replaceable battery, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Specifications of HMD Pulse+ and HMD Pulse Pro:
Both the HMD Pulse+ and HMD Pulse Pro share similar specifications to the HMD Pulse:
Display: A 6.67-inch IPS LCD screen with HD+ resolution, peak brightness of up to 600 nits, a centered punch hole cutout, and a 90Hz refresh rate.
Processor: Powered by the UniSoC T606 SoC chipset with a Mali-G57 MP1 GPU for graphics.
Software: Operating on the Android 14-based OS, with planned Android updates for two years and security updates for three years.
Back Camera: The HMD Pulse+ features a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth camera sensor with an LED flash, while the HMD Pulse Pro offers a 50MP front camera.
Front Camera: The HMD Pulse+ includes an 8MP front camera, whereas the HMD Pulse Pro sports a 50MP front camera.
Battery and Charging: Both models come with a 5000mAh battery, with the HMD Pulse+ supporting 10W wired fast charging and the HMD Pulse Pro featuring 20W wired fast charging.
Connectivity: Similar to the HMD Pulse, comprehensive connectivity options are provided.
Other Features: IP52 dust and water resistance, QuickFix replaceable battery, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner are also present in both models.
Price of all three phones:
- HMD Pulse: EUR 140 (approximately Rs 12,500) for the 4GB RAM and 64GB variant.
- HMD Pulse+: EUR 159 (approximately Rs 14,200) for the 4GB RAM and 128GB variant.
- HMD Pulse Pro: EUR 159 (approximately Rs 14,200) for the 4GB RAM and 128GB variant.
By offering these feature-packed smartphones at competitive prices, HMD Global aims to cater to a diverse range of consumers’ needs and preferences.