HMD World is launching a brand new low cost 5G telephone completely for T-Cellular and Metro, the corporate introduced on Tuesday. Generally known as the Nokia X100, this telephone combines 5G, a giant display screen, and nice audio system for the low value of $252 for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage configuration.
Like most of Nokia’s new telephones, it’s a giant one. There’s a 6.67-inch Full HD display screen (no 90Hz at this value vary) with Nokia’s OZO Audio expertise for an immersive audiovisual expertise. There’s a quad-lens digital camera with a 48-megapixel major digital camera and three different cameras that’ll most likely disappoint you, and all-day battery life introduced by a mixture of Android 11’s adaptive battery and a 4,470mAh cell.
Different niceties embody help for a 3.5mm audio jack — for many who aren’t updated on the newest traits — in addition to a microSD card to complement the 128GB of base storage you’re getting. The 5G right here is backed by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 480 chip. It received’t be notably speedy, however it’ll deal with day by day duties with aplomb.
Disappointingly sufficient, the telephone remains to be operating Android 11, although Nokia guarantees that it’s going to have three software program updates going ahead. Which means that patrons can count on to have Android 13 and Android 14 along with an Android 12 replace, although the corporate has by no means been notably fast with its rollouts.
Commenting on the announcement, Cristian Capelli, HMD World’s vice chairman for North America, stated: “The launch of the Nokia X100 is the subsequent step in our provider enlargement and represents our first X-series gadget made particularly for the wants of the U.S. shopper. This gadget completely balances energy with affordability, all whereas staying true to the sturdiness and reliability Nokia telephones are recognized for.”
Whereas now not recognized for his or her flagship cameras or standout designs, Nokia telephones stay dependable workhorses for many who need a clear model of Android, the promise of software program updates, and long-lasting battery life. The Nokia XR20 was one such current telephone which we reviewed. The Nokia X100 follows alongside in that path with out deviation, for higher or worse.
HMD World says the Nokia X100 will go on sale at T-Cellular and Metro shops nationwide for $252 beginning November 19.
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