At an event held in Delhi, HMD Global today introduced the new Nokia 2 as an entry-level offering, priced at Rs. 7,500 here in India. It is an Android smartphone with a big 4,100 mAh battery, with HMD claiming that the phone comes with a 2 day battery life.
The Nokia 2 comes with a 5-inch LTPS-LCD display with Gorilla Glass 3, 1GB RAM with 8GB internal storage and up to 128GB expansion option. HMD has announced that the phone will be available at a price of Rs. 7,500 (approx) or about 99 euros, with wider availability details to be revealed later.
Nokia 2 Pros
- Splash resistant Series 6000 Aluminium build
- 4,100 mAh battery
- Stock Android 7.1.1 Nougat, will get the Oreo update
Nokia 2 Cons
- Only 8GB internal storage
- 1GB RAM
- Snapdragon 212
Nokia 2 Specifications
| Key Specifications | Nokia 2 |
| Display | 5-inch IPS-LCD display |
| Screen Resolution | 720 x 1280p |
| Operating System | Android 7.1.1 |
| Processor | Quad Core |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 212 |
| GPU | Adreno 304 |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Internal Storage | 8GB |
| Expandable Storage | Upto 128GB via microSD card |
| Primary Camera | 8MP |
| Secondary Camera | 5MP |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Battery | 4,100 mAh |
| 4G VoLTE | Yes |
| Sim Card Type | Dual SIM |
| Dimensions | 143.5 x 71.3 x 9.30 mm |
| Weight | – |
| Price | Rs. 7,500 |
Nokia 2 – Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How is the display of the Nokia 2?
Answer: The Nokia 2 sports a 5-inch HD (720 x 1280p) LTPS-LCD display. This display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Question: Does Nokia 2 support dual SIM cards?
Answer: Yes, the Nokia 2 supports Dual Nano-SIM and features a Hybrid SIM slot.
Question: Does the Nokia 2 support 4G VoLTE?
Answer: Yes, the phone supports 4G VoLTE.
Question: How much RAM and internal storage come with the Nokia 2?
Answer: The Nokia 2 comes with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage variant.
Question: Can the internal storage in the Nokia 2 be expanded?
Answer: Yes, the internal storage in the Nokia 2 is expandable up to 128GB via microSD card.
Question: Which Android version runs on the Nokia 2?
Answer: The Nokia 2 runs Stock Android 7.1.1 Nougat.
Question: What are the camera features of Nokia 2?
Answer: Nokia 2 features a 8MP primary camera with flash. On the front, you will get a 5MP selfie-camera.
Question: What is the battery size on Nokia 2?
Answer: The Nokia 2 is powered by a 4,100 mAh non-removable battery which the company claims can deliver up to two days of standby time.
Question: Which mobile processor is used in Nokia 2?
Answer: The Nokia 2 comes with a Snapdragon 212 quad-core processor, clocked at 1.3GHz. This processor is coupled with an Adreno 304 GPU.
Question: Does the Nokia 2 features a fingerprint sensor?
Answer: No, the Nokia 2 does not come with a fingerprint sensor.
Question: Is the Nokia 2 water resistant?
Answer: Yes, the Nokia 2 comes with an IP52 splash resistance.
Question: Does the Nokia 2 support NFC connectivity?
Answer: No, it does not support NFC connectivity
Question: Does the Nokia 2 support HDR mode?
Answer: Yes, the phone supports HDR mode.
Question: How is the audio experience of Nokia 2?
Answer: As per initial impressions, the Nokia 2 is found to be loud and clear in terms of audio.
Question: Does the Nokia 2 support a 3.5mm headphone jack?
Answer: Yes, it comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Question: Can the Nokia 2 be connected to a Bluetooth Headset?
Answer: Yes, it can be connected to a Bluetooth headset.
Question: Is mobile internet sharing via hotspot is supported?
Answer: Yes, you can use the mobile hotspot to share internet.
Question: What is the price of Nokia 2 in India?
Answer: The Nokia 2 has been priced at Rs. 7,500 in India.
Question: Will the Nokia 2 be available on offline stores?
Answer: The distribution of the Nokia 2 has not been announced yet. The phone will be available from mid-November.
Conclusion
The Nokia 2 is a so far the most affordable Nokia flagship. With Stock Android experience, Snapdragon processor, and a guaranteed update to Android 8.0 Oreo, it is surely a good offering.
