HMD Global has announced its latest Nokia branded smartphones in an online live stream. Alongside Nokia 8.3 5G – which is the first-ever Nokia smartphone with 5G connectivity, the company has unveiled the lower mid-range Nokia 5.3 and affordable Nokia 1.3.
No launch events are currently happening due to the global coronavirus outbreak, however, it’s not stopping the smartphone brands from announcing their latest devices. Online live streaming is the only option for companies right now to unveil their new devices. So the HMD Global is no exception.
Nokia 5.3
Nokia 5.3 features a 6.55-inch IPS display with 720p HD+ resolution and dew-drop notch on top. There is an 8MP front-facing camera inside the notch with f/2.0 lens aperture.
The phone is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 665 system-on-chip. Announced with 3GB, 4GB, and 6GB RAM options, the phone will be available in single memory configuration based on the region along with 64GB internal storage. In the Middle East and Pakistan, the Phone will be available in 4GB/64GB configuration. Expandable memory is supported by a microSD card slot.
On the back, the Nokia 5.3 has a circular module with quad-camera setup, similar to what Nokia 8.3 5G offers. The main camera has a 13MP image sensor with an f/1.8 aperture lens. Ultra-wide angle camera is there with a 5MP image sensor. Further, there is a 2MP camera for macro shots and another 2MP depth sensor.
Backed by 4,000 mAh battery the phone has only 10-watt charging. However, HMD has claimed that it will easily last for two full days and won’t need to be charged too often.
Nokia 5.3 is Android One certified and comes with Android 10 out of the box. Two years of software upgrade and three years of monthly security updates are the key elements compared to any other Android smartphone.
Nokia 5.3 will globally start shipping from April in three colour options — Sand, Cyan, and Charcoal. The pricing starts from €189, however, the 4GB/64GB variant will cost $199 in the Middle East. Roughly PKR 32,000/- in Pakistan.
Nokia 1.3
With an acceptable 5.71-inch screen, the Nokia 1.3 features an IPS display with 720p HD+ resolution. The phone comes with a U-shaped notch on the display housing a 5MP front-facing camera.
Nokia 1.3 is powered by an entry-level Qualcomm 215 Mobile Platform. Inside, a quad-core CPU is coupled with a 1GB RAM, while the storage option is limited to 16GB. Memory expansion is supported up to 400GB via microSD card.
The phone comes with a single 8MP rear camera which is claimed to perform nicely in low-light conditions. Google’s Camera Go app makes it possible to take portrait shots with its AI capabilities.
Nokia 1.3 features a 3,000 mAh battery with 5-watt charging with micro USB connectivity. The phone runs Android 10 Go edition out of the box and is promised to get Android 11 Go edition.
Also available globally from April, the Nokia 1.3 will be available in three colours — Cyan, Sand, and Charcoal. The phone will cost €95 in Europe and $99 worldwide. Estimated price in Pakistan could be PKR 15,000/-
