Category: Nokia

Nokia 3.2, Nokia 4.2 Android One Smartphones Launched At MWC 2019
HMD Global owned brand Nokia launched several smartphones at an event on February 24. The newly launched devices include the Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 1 Plus, Nokia 3.2 and Nokia 4.2. Out of the four smartphones, the Nokia 9 PureView is focused towards photography while the Nokia 1 Plus is targetted towards the budget segment. Both, the Nokia 3.2 and Nokia 4.2 are targetted towards the mid-tier segment.

Nokia 3.2

Nokia 3.2 is the successor of the Nokia 3.1 which was launched last year. It is a budget device featuring a polycarbonate body. The display of the device sports a 6.26 inch TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 1520 x 720 px. The display has a pixel density of 269 ppi and features a waterdrop notch on top. In terms of optics, the handset is equipped with a single rear camera which has a 13MP f/2.2 sensor; while the front has a 5MP f/2.2 sensor housed in the notch up front. It also supports face unlock for easier access to the device.

Under the hood, the Nokia 3.2 is kitted with a Snapdragon 429 SoC which is manufactured using the 12nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 504 GPU. The smartphone runs on Android 9 Pie and is Android One certified; which states that it will receive Android updates for two years and monthly security updates for three years. For memory and storage, the device will be available in two variants:
- 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
- 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM (Also features a fingerprint sensor)
Nokia 3.2 is powered by a 4000mAh battery which the company claims can last up to two days on a single charge. There is also a dedicated Google Assistant button present on the left side of the device. The smartphone will retail at US $139 (around Rs. 9,900) for 2GB + 16GB variant and US $169 (around Rs. 12,000) for 3GB + 32GB variant.

Nokia 4.2

Nokia 4.2 is another budget offering by Nokia which features in a completely new lineup. It features a glass sandwich design with a polycarbonate frame. The display of the device sports a 5.71 inch TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 1520 x 720 px. The display has a pixel density of 270ppi and features a waterdrop notch on top. In terms of optics, the handset has a dual rear camera setup. This consists of a 13MP f/2.2 sensor paired with a 2MP f/2.2 sensor for depth information. For selfies, the device has an 8MP f/2.0 sensor housed in the notch on top of the display. It also supports face unlock for easier access to the device.

Under the hood, the Nokia 4.2 runs on a Snapdragon 439 SoC which is manufactured using the 12nm fabrication process. It has an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 505 GPU. The smartphone features Android 9 Pie and is also Android One certified; which suggests that it will receive Android updates for two years and monthly security updates for three years. For memory and storage, the device will arrive in two variants:
- 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
- 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM
Also read: Budget Oriented Nokia 1 Plus With Android Go Launched

Nokia 4.2 is powered by a 3000mAh battery which can be charged using the MicroUSB port on the bottom of the smartphone. Like the Nokia 3.2, it also features the dedicated Google Assistant button which is present on the left side of the device. The handset will retail at US $169 (around Rs. 12,000) for the 2GB + 16GB version and $199 (around Rs. 14,200) for the 3GB + 32GB version.
February 25, 2019
Budget Oriented Nokia 1 Plus With Android Go Launched

At an event held in Barcelona, HMD global unveiled several Android smartphones which include the remarkable Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2 and the Nokia 1 Plus. The Nokia 1 Plus is the successor to the Nokia 1 which was launched last year. Out of the newly launched smartphones, the Nokia 1 Plus is the most affordable and is targetted towards the budget segment.

Nokia 1 Plus Design and Specifications

The Nokia 1 Plus has a classic design with a 5.45 inch display on the front. The display of the device is surrounded by narrow bezels on the top and bottom while the left and right bezels are negligible. Like its siblings, the top bezel of the Nokia 1 Plus house the Nokia branding, earpiece grille, ambient light sensor, and front facing camera that uses a sensor with 5 MP resolution.

The rear panel of the Nokia 1 Plus is made out of plastic with easy to grip texture. Noteworthy, the rear panel of the device is swappable and users can buy separate panels of different colours dependent on their choice. The rear of the device harbours the Nokia branding, 8 MP autofocus camera with flash and slit for the loudspeaker. The smartphone is kitted with the ‘Mediatek 6739WW’ chipset which consists of quad-core CPU and PowerVR GE8100 GPU. The quad CPUs use Cortex A53 cores which are clocked at 1.5 GHz.

The Nokia 1 Plus has 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of inbuilt memory. It also supports memory expansion upto 128 GB via a microSD card which uses SIM 2 slot in the dual SIM hybrid tray. The smartphone runs on the Go edition of Android 9 Pie operating system which is developed to run smoothly on devices with low end specifications. It is powered by a 2500 mAh battery which can be charged via the bottom mounted Micro USB port.

Connectivity options on the Nokia 1 Plus include 3.5 mm audio jack, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and GLONASS. The sensors present on the smartphone include proximity sensor, ambient light sensor and gravity sensor.

Nokia 1 Plus Price and Colour Options

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The newly launched Nokia 1 Plus is available in three colour options which include Black, Red and Blue. The smartphone is available at a price of US $ 99 (around Rs 7000).

February 25, 2019
Nokia 9 PureView With Penta Rear Cameras Is Now Official

Nokia has launched the highly anticipated Nokia 9 PureView which is the world’s first smartphone with a penta camera setup. The device was unveiled at an event which was held in Barcelona, Spain. Nokia has partnered with a company called Light to develop both the software and hardware aspects of the newly launched device’s camera.

Nokia 9 PureView Design and Features

The Nokia 9 PureView has an elegant design with an aluminium chassis and glass front and rear. It measures 155 x 75 x 8 mm and tips the scale at 172 grams. On the front of the device sits a 5.99 inch Plastic OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1440 px and pixel density of 538 ppi. The display panel has an 18:9 aspect ratio and supports always on functionality like the Google Pixel 3. The left and right bezels around the display of Nokia 9 PureView are negligible while the top and bottom bezels are comparatively thicker. The top bezel carries Nokia branding, earpiece grille and a 20 MP front facing selfie camera that can also capture 1080p videos @ 30fps. For safely and swiftly unlocking the handset, it also has an in display fingerprint sensor.

The front and rear panel of the Nokia 9 PureView is laminated with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 which protects it against scratches and accidental drops. The rear panel of the smartphone carries the Nokia branding, Android One logo and its key highlighting feature, the penta camera setup. The rear camera setup consist of five 12 MP sensor and an LED flash. Out of the five cameras, two are RGB sensors while the remaining three are mono sensors. Two support its camera prowess it also has three microphones which support spatial audio recording.

The Nokia 9 PureView runs on latest Android 9 Pie and the Android One logo at its rear states that the device is guaranteed to receive latest android updates for at least two years. It is powered by 3,320 mAh battery which can be charged via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port and it also supports Qi wireless charging. In terms of memory and storage, the device has 4 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. Another noteworthy feature of the smartphone is its Qualcomm aptX support. The aptX audio codec significantly reduces the bit rate of audio file while still preserving its quality. Connectivity options on the Nokia 9 PureView include 4G VoLTE, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS and GLONASS. The smartphone has a whole host of sensors which include gravity sensor, e-compass, gyroscope, barometer, hall sensor and haptic vibrator.

Nokia 9 PureView Price, Colours and Availability

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The Nokia 9 PureView is available in a single Midnight Blue colour option and is priced at US $ 699 (around Rs 49,500). Interested consumers can pre book the smartphone and deliveries will commence in the month of April.

February 24, 2019
Nokia 9 Camera Sample Spotted On Instagram, Looks Amazing

Nokia is will soon launch several smartphones which include the highly anticipated Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 1 Plus, and Nokia 6.2. The company has scheduled its press conference on the 24th of February in Barcelona which is a day before the MWC 2019 kicks off. A senior Nokia executive has shared an admirable picture of a scenic landscape on Instagram which was captured and edited on the Nokia 9 PureView.

About The Camera Sample

The image has been geotagged in Scotland, and it shows an amazing landscape with a variety of exposure and light settings in the same picture. The picture intends to display the capabilities of Penta Camera Module present in the Nokia 9 PureView. Going by the initial impressions, the device might just secure a spot in the tight niche of extraordinary smartphone cameras in the market.

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Since Instagram doesn’t allow images of over 1080 pixels to be uploaded, the image’s compression might deprive users of some important aspects of the picture. Nonetheless, the composition can be appreciated owing to the crisp colour balance, darkness and highlights.

Nokia’s Penta lens setup has been the talk of the town since its revelation last year. With a distinctive arrangement, the 5 camera lenses may use computational photography to generate high quality images. The HMD Global owned brand teamed up with Zeiss to patent a ‘miniaturized zoom camera’ system, which forms the basis of the Nokia 9’s camera.

Expected Specifications

The Nokia 9 may sport a 5.99 inch AMOLED display with a 2960×1440 px resolution. The smartphone will have Gorilla Glass protection which will safeguard it against scratches and accidental drops. It will run on the Snapdragon 845 chipset, which consists of an octa-core CPU paired with an Adreno 630 GPU. The smartphone is speculated to be available in 4GB and 6GB RAM variants which will be paired with 128GB of internal storage. Reportedly it will be powered a 4150 mAh battery which will be charged via a USB Type-C port. Past leaks have claimed that the smartphone will also have an in-display fingerprint scanner and IP68 dust and water resistance.

Also Read: Sony Partners With Light To Make Multi-Camera Modules For Smartphones

HMD Global will unveil the smartphones at its MWC 2019 press event. You can tune in to their live stream below, which kicks off at 8:30 pm IST on February 24.

February 23, 2019
Nokia 6.1 Plus With 6 GB RAM Launched In India

Nokia 6.1 Plus was first launched in India in August 2018. At the time of its launch, the device was offered with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. A newer variant of the Nokia 6.1 Plus with 6GB RAM has now been launched in the country by HMD Global. The variant with 6GB RAM was first launched globally in July 2018 at a price of CNY 1,299 (around Rs. 13,190). The Finnish telecommunication company released the new 6.1 Plus in India to strengthen its foothold in the entry to mid-budget smartphone segment.

Display And Design

The Nokia 6.1 Plus has an aluminium frame and is fitted with front and back glass panels. The device is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for protection against scratches and impacts. The smartphone sports a 5.8 inch IPS LCD display. The screen has a resolution of 2280 x 1080 px and 19:9 aspect ratio. The volume rockers and the power/lock button are present on the right side of the smartphone.

Specifications And Variants

The Nokia 6.1 Plus runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset which consists of an octa-core 1.8 GHz Kryo 260 CPU paired with the Adreno 509 GPU. The device has Android 8.1 (Oreo) out-of-the-box and will be upgradable to Android 9 (Pie) in the future.

The handset is equipped with a dual camera setup on the rear, which comprises of a 16 MP (f/2.0) primary camera and a secondary 5 MP (f/2.4) depth sensor. The Nokia 6.1 plus also has a 16 MP (f/2.0) selfie shooter.

The smartphone is powered by a 3,060 mAh battery which supports 18W fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C connector. In terms of biometric security, it has a rear mounted fingerprint sensor. The newer version which is launched in India has 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. The device also supports expandable memory up to 400GB via a microSD card. It will be available in Black and Blue colour options.

Price And Availability

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The Nokia 6.1 Plus will be available at a price of Rs. 18,499. It can be purchased via Nokia’s official web store, which you can check out by clicking here. Furthermore, the device will be available across leading Indian offline stores March 1 onwards. Noteworthy, Airtel users are eligible for an instant cashback of Rs. 2,000 along with 240GB of 4G/3G data over 12 months on recharges of Rs 199, Rs 249 and Rs 448.

February 23, 2019
Nokia True Wireless Earbuds Launched For Rs 9,999

When it comes to truly wireless earbuds, Apple AirPods have been the reigning champions for the longest time. Android users don’t have many praiseworthy options when it is about wireless earbuds. In an attempt to change that, Nokia has brought the True Wireless Earbuds to the Indian market. The earbuds were listed on Nokia India’s official website on February 15 with only black available as a colour option. The earbuds were first launched in October last year in London alongside the Nokia 7.1.

Nokia True Wireless Earbuds

The Nokia True Wireless Earbuds have a metal build with a compact form factor that looks elegant. The earbuds themselves are lightweight with each bud weighing only 5 grams. For connectivity, the wireless earbuds use Bluetooth 5.0 technology which provides it with seamless multi-device pairing support. Also, Bluetooth 5.0 technology offers a longer range in comparison to older Bluetooth versions. Another noteworthy feature of the wireless earbuds is its IPX4 rating which makes it sweat and splash resistant. According to Nokia, the earbuds offer 3.5 hours of music playback and 4 hours of talk time on a single charge. Also, its carrying case has an inbuilt battery which can provide the earbuds with an additional 14 and 16 hours of music playback and talk time respectively.

The carrying case features a USB Type-C port for charging, and also a LED charge indicator for easier accessibility. The Nokia True Wireless Earbuds have 3 different earbud sizes in the box, in S, M, and L respectively. These earbuds, though listed on the website, aren’t available to buy as of writing this story. The listing price of the earbuds on the website is Rs 9,999. In comparison, the Apple AirPods retail in India for Rs 11,999.

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Noteworthy, the Nokia True Wireless Earbuds have also received recognition at the iFDesign Award 2019. You can check out the Nokia True Wireless Earbuds here.

February 16, 2019
Nokia 9 PureView

The Nokia 9 PureView is the latest flagship by the Finnish smartphone maker Nokia. It is the world’s first phone to feature a Penta rear camera setup and runs on the latest Android 9 Pie. The device has stock Android, with Android One certification which ensures the device will receive the latest Android software updates for at least two years. It is the first Nokia device to have an In-Display fingerprint sensor. The Nokia 9 PureView is targeted towards photography enthusiasts.

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February 12, 2019
Nokia 9 Leaked Through Android Enterprise Listing

The next Nokia flagship, the Nokia 9 has been leaked into oblivion. The smartphone has been much anticipated, mostly due to its Penta-camera setup. It was earlier leaked then announced that the smartphone will make an appearance at the Mobile World Congress or MWC 2019 in Barcelona this month. But more details about the device hadn’t been confirmed. That was until now. The official Android Enterprise listing has seemingly confirmed the existence of the Nokia 9.

The Android Enterprise listing also confirmed some of the specifications of the device and how the device is going to look like, at least from the front. The listing seems to have been taken down now. This is the first time an official listing has been found. This confirms the fact that the launch of the device is imminent.

Nokia 9 Specifications

The Nokia 9 is the newest flagship by the legendary brand. According to Android Enterprise listing, It will feature a 6-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2960 x 1440 px. There will be no notch or punch hole in sight, due to the bezels on the top and bottom. Under the hood, the device will have a Snapdragon 845 SoC, which is a year old at this point. What is surprising is the existence of 4GB of RAM with 128GB of Storage. This refutes the earlier leaks claiming the device will have more RAM. However, there is a possibility that there will be a variant with more RAM and storage. The device will have Android 9 Pie with Android One certification on board.

The highlight of the phone will be the five cameras at the back. It was reported last year that Light and Nokia are working on a multiple camera setup for smartphones. This seems to be it, with the Nokia 9 having the advantage of Light’s computational photography. The lenses and their specs are unknown at this point, but there is a 41MP or higher sensor expected in the device. One interesting feature will be the introduction of the In-Display Fingerprint scanner in the Nokia 9. The phone will also support NFC for mobile payments.

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The Nokia 9 is expected to be followed by a 5G equipped, Snapdragon 855 featuring model later this year. The pricing is not known yet, but expect the device to have a high price tag. The smartphone is expected to arrive in India a few weeks after the official launch at MWC.

February 12, 2019
HMD Global To Launch Nokia 9 PureView On February 24

HMD Global seems to be riding the success train. In many markets, the Nokia brand has hit it off with the public and is making people nostalgic. HMD seems to understand that and is trying to revive the old glory of Nokia. And while they aren’t as successful in making a good flagship yet, they have been trying it constantly. One such phone is the Nokia 9 PureView, which has been leaked into oblivion. The phone is expected to be the next flagship from the brand and we finally have some news. HMD has sent media invites for an event on February 24 in Barcelona. The launch event will finally see the launch of the Nokia 9 PureView.

The phone will be launched on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress or MWC that happens every year in Barcelona. Nokia also, launched four phones in total at MWC last year. This year would be no different. The event could also see the launch of a mid-range Nokia device and a feature phone reboot.

Nokia 9 PureView Specifications

A video was leaked earlier, confirming almost all the specifications of the device. the Nokia 9 PureView is said to have a 6-inch AMOLED screen with QHD+ resolution and an in-display fingerprint scanner. There’s a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 CPU. However, Nokia may be planning to announce a 5G-compatible version of the same device in the future with the newer Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. There will be a penta-camera setup, the details of which are unknown at the moment. Also, The phone will support fast charging and get rid of the 3.5mm headphone jack. There will be 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage on board.

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As far as pricing goes, the phone is expected to cost around $749. Indian price could be under Rs. 50,000. Also, The phone looks great and can put Nokia back in the flagship game. What is yet to be seen, is the capability of the cameras. If they are as good as the original Pureview cameras, the phone may be a breakout success.

February 2, 2019
Nokia 8.1 With 6GB RAM And 128GB Storage Launched

Nokia launched its mid-tier flagship 8.1 last year. The phone was a mix of good specifications, a good camera and a decent price tag. One thing that was lacking from the device was a little more RAM. It seems like the wait is over as Nokia has announced the 8.1 with 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage. The phone is priced at Rs. 29,999.

The Nokia 8.1 is the successor to the much successful 7 Plus which helped cement Nokia’s place in the affordable smartphone segment. The phone has made some striking changes to the predecessor. From the build to the specifications, those phones cannot be more different.

Nokia 8.1 Specifications

The Nokia 8.1 is a well-rounded device with a mix of good price-to-performance ratio. The phone has a 6.18-inch screen with a resolution of 2246 × 1080px. It has an 18.7:9 aspect ratio and a 86.5 per cent screen to body ratio. The phone runs on a Snapdragon 710 coupled with an Adreno 616 GPU. It is now available in 2 versions, one with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and another with 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage. The phone has a 3500mAh battery. Optics for the 8.1 include a 12+13MP camera setup at the back with OIS and a 20MP sensor at the front.

Featuring a metal unibody with glass front and back, It also has a promise of 2 years of Android updates with 3 years of monthly security patches. The phone runs on Android Pie out of the box. For the price of Rs 29,999, the Nokia has to compete with the likes of the Poco F1 and the Zenfone 5z. Both the other smartphones feature better specifications for the price.

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Nokia 8.1 looks like a good device with the specifications it offers and the price its available in. Fans of stock Android and regular updates will like the phone. Given the track record for Nokia, the 8.1 may be another success story for HMD Global. And the newly released version makes things even more interesting.

February 1, 2019
Nokia Might Debut The Nokia 9 Pureview And Nokia 6.2 At MWC 2019

Nokia has been teasing a flagship level device, the Nokia 9 PureView for a long time. The upcoming phone carries the PureView branding which implies that it will have a focus on photography. The device will sport a Penta rear camera set up that will make it stand out from the competition. The launch of the Nokia 9 PureView is long overdue as the company has missed several expected launch dates. A tweet shared by a Nokia executive indicates that the company might officially launch the device at MWC 2019 which is scheduled for 25–28 February 2019. Except for the showstopper, the company might also launch the Nokia 6.2 that is rumoured to have a punch-hole camera.

Nokia 9 Specifications

The Nokia 9 PureView has leaked on several instances that have revealed its key specifications. Reportedly, the smartphone features a 5.9-inch display with QHD+ resolution. Under the hood, it is suspected to feature the Snapdragon 845 SoC which consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU. A leak from the past suggests that the Nokia 9 PureView will have 8 GB RAM + 128 GB of ROM and it will be powered by a 4,150 mAh battery.

Nokia 9 PureView Camera Technology

Light is an American digital photography company that had launched the remarkable Light L16 camera. As the name suggests, the L16 has 16 camera sensors that add up to a 52-megapixel image that could zoom without pixelation. The company has lately put a page online that explains how the software and hardware for several camera sensors work together. Surprisingly the images shared on the page are reminiscent of the Penta camera setup on Nokia 9 PureView. Furthermore, Light is a partner of FIH Mobile, HMD’s manufacturing partner and surprisingly the co-founder and CEO of Light, Dave Grannan worked for Nokia from 2004 to 2007. Adding the cues from different sources suggest that camera technology on the Nokia 9 PureView is possibly developed by Light.

Nokia 6.2 Specifications

image via : OnLeaks

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The specifications of the Nokia 6.2 were also leaked previously which reveal that the smartphone features a 6.2-inch display. It also features a punch-hole in the screen that accommodates the front-facing selfie camera. The Nokia 6.2 features Dual rear cameras with Zeiss optics and is kitted with the Snapdragon 632 SoC.

January 15, 2019
Nokia N9 Spotted Running KaiOS At CES 2019
The month of January saw one of the biggest tech conventions of the year, CES 2019. The tech event was held in Las Vegas, United States and companies from around the world showcased their latest and greatest innovations. Global search giant, Google showcased a wide variety of products and services. Intriguingly a Nokia device that looks similar to the honoured Nokia N9 running KaiOS was spotted at the Google booth.

What Is KaiOS?

KaiOS is a Linux-based mobile operating system that was first developed to bring smart features to non-touch devices. The OS intends to provide an optimised user interface and long battery life to devices with less memory. It is a lightweight OS that is even able to run on devices with just 256 MB of RAM. The main features that the operating system aims to add to affordable phones are 4G LTE and Wi-FI.

Phones running on KaiOS are capable of receiving OTA (Over The Air) updates like Android and iOS smartphones. Additionally, the company has readied a dedicated market place for the OS called KaiStore from where the users can download applications.

KaiOS On The Nokia N9

During the CES event, Google showcased three voice assistant compatible devices which include the Nokia 8810, Jio Phone and a Nokia N9 lookalike. Although the screen of the Nokia N9 doppelgänger was turned off, its placement with other KaiOS powered phones indicate it also runs the same operating system.

Since most KaiOS powered devices have an affordable price tag it is possible that Nokia might launch an affordable touchscreen smartphone. Possibly the company might launch a complete lineup of affordable smartphones that run on KaiOS. Unfortunately, Nokia has not made any comments about the launch of such a device but its presence at CES indicates a strong possibility of this turning into reality. Furthermore, if the company does launch the Nokia N9 with KaiOS, it is expected to have better features than the original smartphone.

Nokia N9 Specifications ( Original )Also Read: OnePlus 7 Leaks: What We Know So Far
- Display: 3.9-inch AMOLED 854 × 480 pixels, 16:9 aspect ratio
- Operating System: MeeGo 1.2 Harmattan
- Processor: TI OMAP 3630, Cortex A8 1.0 GHz
- RAM: 1 GB
- Storage: 16 GB, 64 GB
- Rear Camera: 8 MP, Carl Zeiss optics, dual-LED flash
- Selfie Camera: VGA
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.1, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS, NFC, micro USB 2.0
- Battery: 1,450 mAh
- Dimensions: 116.5 x 61.2 x 12.1 mm
- Weight: 135 g
January 14, 2019
Nokia 8.1 Plus Leaked Images Suggest It Has A Punch Hole Display

Nokia is bracing up for the launch of Nokia 9 PureView smartphone. Another smartphone that the company might soon launch is the Nokia 8.1 Plus whose video and image renders have leaked online. The leak suggests that the Nokia 8.1 Plus will have an elegant design with high screen-to-body ratio and a punch hole in the display for the front camera.

Nokia 8.1 Plus Design

The video and renders of the Nokia 8.1 Plus were leaked by OnLeaks. The upcoming smartphone has a 6.22-inch display with thin bezels on top, left and right side. The bottom bezel comparatively thicker and it carries the Nokia branding.

In addition, the front of the Nokia 8.1 Plus has a punch hole in the display that houses the front-facing selfie camera. The earpiece for listening to phone calls is built into the top bezel of the smartphone. The sides of the device have a curved shape that will allow for better graspability.

The right side of the Nokia 8.1 Plus houses the power button and the volume rockers while the left side of the device is occupied by the SIM card tray. The bottom of the smartphone accommodates the primary microphone pinhole, loudspeaker grille and USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. On the top, the Nokia 8.1 Plus has a 3.5 mm audio jack.

The rear of the Nokia 8.1 Plus looks striking with a glass build. The rear of the device harbors the dual camera set up along with an LED flash, fingerprint sensor, Nokia logo, Android one branding. The Android One branding indicates that the handset will get the latest Android updates for at least 2 years.

Launch Date

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Even though the source or Nokia do not provide the launch information of the Nokia 8.1 Plus. The smartphone is expected to launch in the first half of 2019.

January 11, 2019
Successor To The Nokia 9 Will Launch In August 2019

Nokia is gearing up to launch the Nokia 9 PureView smartphone. The key highlighting feature of the smartphone will be its Penta rear camera setup. The Nokia 9 PureView is expected to launch in the last week of January. A leak claims its successor will launch in August 2019 with 5G support.

Rumor: Nokia 9 successor with 5G support, SD 855 coming August 2019 https://t.co/QtJRgV1wf9 pic.twitter.com/uDWWNl1zd0
— Nokiapoweruser (@Nokiapoweruser) January 2, 2019

The information about the Nokia 9 PureView’s successor was leaked on Twitter. The front of the smartphone has a large touchscreen display with thick top and bottom bezels. The device has chamfered edges which look very striking. The rear of the smartphone appears to be made out of glass. Most notably, unlike the Nokia 9 PureView, the rear panel of the device has a heart-shaped pattern.

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The back of the smartphone also accommodates the Penta camera set up along with an LED flash and a TOF sensor. According to the leakster, the successor to the Nokia 9 PureView will feature the latest Snapdragon 855 SoC. In addition, the device will also support 5G connectivity. Other details of the smartphone will be made public once the device is officially announced.

January 2, 2019
Press Renders Of Nokia 9 PureView Leak

Nokia is reportedly working on a camera-centric smartphone, the Nokia 9 PureView. The specifications and accessories of the smartphone have leaked on several instances. A latest leak of the Nokia 9 PureView provides detailed information about the design of the smartphone. The renders of the smartphone were shared on Twitter by notorious leakster EvLeaks.

Nokia 9 PureView Design

Nokia 9 PureView "Beholder." HNY pic.twitter.com/x4Kh3anP46
— Evan Blass (@evleaks) December 31, 2018

The Nokia 9 PureView seems to have an all glass front and back build with an aluminum chassis. The aluminum chassis has chamfered edges that look very attractive. The front of the Nokia 9 PureView has a large screen display with minimal right and left bezels. However, the top and bottom bezels are quite notable. The top bezel of the smartphone accommodates a single selfie camera, earpiece, light sensors, and the Nokia branding. Most notably, the display of the Nokia 9 PureView has a fingerprint indicator that states the smartphone will have an In-display fingerprint sensor.

The glass back of the Nokia 9 PureView tapers towards the sides and houses it’s key highlighting feature, the five camera setup. Additionally, the rear of the smartphone carries the Nokia logo and the android one marking. The android one marking ensures that the smartphone will receive prolonged Android updates. The five rear camera setup has an unconventional placement and reportedly each camera lens will serve a dedicated purpose. In addition to the five camera lenses, the rear camera setup also has an LED flash and a circular sensor which could be some kind of a light sensor. The detailed specifications of the smartphone will only be revealed after its official launch.

Launch Date

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Although Nokia is yet to officially announce the launch date of the Nokia 9 PureView, reports suggest that the smartphone will launch in the last week of January 2019.

December 31, 2018