Nokia XL officially launched in Pakistan

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Nokia XL derives with the same tile-based user interface inspired by the Lumia family as it came with Nokia X. Software side is completely similar in Nokia X family (check Nokia X Review). The difference comes in the hardware as Nokia XL boasts a bigger 5″ display with 2MP front-facing camera –a must have for video calling – and a 5MP rear-facing, autofocus camera with LED flash, increased 768 MB of RAM. Nokia XL will be available in bright green, orange, cyan, yellow, black and white.

Most importantly the price of the Nokia XL is tagged as Rs. 17,600/- in Pakistan with 1 year warranty.

We’ll look forward to have it for review on Tech Prolonged. In the meanwhile to take an in-depth detail of the Nokia X software platform you must check our review of Nokia X previously published. Nokia XL specifications can be found below. Full press release is after the break.

Nokia XL Specifications

 

  • OS/Software

    Nokia X Software Platform
    Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

  • Size /

    Weight

    141.3 mm x 77.7 mm x 10.8 mm /

    190 g

  • Display

    Screen: 5”, IPS LCD 

    Resolution:  WVGA (480 x 800) 

    Pixels Density: 187 ppi

  • Storage/ RAM

    Mass memory: 4 GB.

    RAM:  768 MB,

    Expandable microSD card: up to 32GB.

  • Processor

    Qualcomm Snapdragon™ S4,

    Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex A5,

    Adreno 203

  • Network

    Connectivity

    2G/EGSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900
    3G/WCDMA/HSPDA 900, 2100

    Dual SIM/Micro SIM,

    Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n

    Micro-USB, Bluetooth 3.0.

     

  • Camera

    Primary camera: 5 MP, Auto Focus, Resolution 2592×1944, LED flash, 4x digital zoom

    Sensor size: 1/4 inch,  f-number/aperture: f/2.8
    Video 480p@30fps

     

    Secondary camera: 2MP

  • Battery

    Removable 1830.0 mAh,  3.7 V

    Max Standby: 30 days (dual SIM)

    2G talk time: 16 h,

    3G talk time: 13 h

    Wi-Fi network browsing time: 6h

     

  • Sales Package:

    Nokia XL Dual SIM,

    Charger AC-20,

    Nokia Battery BN-02 2000 mAh,

    Nokia Stereo Headset WH-108,

    Quick guide

Press Release

May 29, 2014, Lahore: Microsoft Devices launched their flagship Android-based device, Nokia XL in Pakistan. Nokia XL brings an exciting mix of Android apps and Nokia experiences and is an on-ramp to Microsoft services such as Skype, OneDrive and Outlook.com.Speaking on the occasion, Arif Shafique, Country General Manager, Microsoft Devices Pakistan & Afghanistan said: “Microsoft Devices has connected billions of people around the world through remarkable mobile devices and innovative technology. Our new Nokia XL smartphone is primarily targeted towards emerging markets to deliver a superb mix of services.”

Commenting on the launch, Ammar Ahmed, Product Marketing & Portfolio Manager, Microsoft Devices Pakistan said: “Nokia XL features in the affordable smartphones category and is designed for consumers who want to enhance their smartphone usage experience manifolds. It will enable users to fully engage and enjoy the exciting technological advancement in the country.”

Nokia XL derives Microsoft Devices’s renowned handset quality and design with a fresh, tile-based user interface inspired by the Lumia family. It comes with Fastlane, a screen which lets users switch between their favourite apps seamlessly. People can access curated, quality-tested apps on the Nokia Store and other third-party app stores. Nokia XL also boasts a 5” display with 2MP front-facing camera – ideal for Skype video calls – and a 5MP rear-facing, autofocus camera with flash. It will be available in bright green, orange, cyan, yellow, black and white.