Pure, secure and up-to-date Android reinforced with
smartphone portfolio commitment to Android One programme
Reloading the legendary Nokia 8110 in 4G
HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announced fournew additions to its
award-winning portfolio of Android smartphones –
Nokia 8 Sirocco,
Nokia 7 Plus,
new
Nokia 6 and
Nokia 1. Delivering all the craftsmanship you expect from a
Nokia phone,each new smartphone offers durability and reliability as standard,
with the range setting new benchmarks in materials and design.
Furthering its promise to a pure, smart, secure and up-to-date Android
experience, HMD Global also announced it is to become the first global partner
to have a full suite of devices selected into the Android One programme by
Google. The unwavering commitment to deliver a pure, secure and up-to-date
Android experience has ensured Nokia smartphones were a natural fit for the
global programme.
In addition to these stunning new Android smartphones, the iconic
Nokia 8110 is
reloaded, delivering 4G connectivity, apps including Google Assistant, Google
Maps, Google Search,Facebook and Twitter, and the return of the slider phone.
Pure, secure and up-to-date reinforced with Android One
commitment
Threenew Nokia smartphones – the Nokia 8 Sirocco, Nokia 7 Plus and the new Nokia
6– join the Android One family, offering a high quality software experience
designed by Google. Each phone will stay fresh over time with the latest AI
powered innovations to the highest grade of security from Google. With a pure
Android installation, Nokia smartphones come with no unnecessary UI changes or
hidden processes that would eat up battery life or slow them down so you can
enjoy your new phone for longer. Each of the new phones comes with a limited
number of pre-installed apps so that you’ll get more storage space, as well as
the latest innovations that help you stay ahead of the game every day.
By shipping with Android Oreo™ out of the box, you’ll be able to enjoy the
latest features, including Picture-in-Picture for multitasking, Android Instant
Apps to discover and run apps with minimal friction, 60 fantastic new emojis and
battery-maximising features like limiting background app use.
Introducing four new Nokia Android smartphones and expansion of the portfolio:
Nokia 8 Sirocco:an ultra-compact powerhouse for the fans
Inspired by the rich design heritage of Nokia phones, the Nokia 8 Sirocco’s
elegant design and compact style is the ideal blend of precise craftsmanship and
purposeful innovation. Delivering powerful storytelling features including
enhanced Dual-Sight, ZEISS optics and carefullytuned acoustics with Nokia
spatial audio, theNokia 8 Sirocco is an ultra-compact powerhouse, and our most
beautiful smartphone to date.
Itscurved glass finish envelops a precision-crafted stainless-steel frameto
deliver a fusion of strength and beauty. Just 2mm thin at the edge,the Nokia 8
Sirocco combines acurved edge-to-edge pOLED 2K 5.5-inch display with smaller
bezels and moulded body curves to create an ultra-compact profile.
Its stainless steel frame is 2.5 times stronger than 6000 series aluminium, and
its 3D Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 is robust enough to endure life’s everyday
knocks. Luxuriously weighted and perfectly balanced, it feels more secure in
your hand thanks to the improved grip given by the dual diamond-polished
stainless steel frame.
Now capture every detail thanks to the Nokia 8 Sirocco’s dual rear sensors with
ZEISS optics that combine an ultra-sensitive, wide angle primary camera for
impressivelow-light performance and a secondary 13MP sensor with 2x optical
zoom. And with Pro Camera modeyou get full manual control over every picture you
take, helping you capture photos like a pro.
Nokia 7 Plus: the flagship hero for everyone
Made for creatorsto deliver stunning content, the Nokia 7 Plus has the screen,
power, design and featuresto make it a true hero in our smartphone range.
Combining innovative optical hardware and imaging algorithms, the Nokia 7 Plus
captures moments into photos that are true to life.With enhanced Dual-Sight,
dual rear sensors with ZEISS optics combine an ultra-sensitive 12MP wide-angle
primary camera for excellent performance in both low-light and extra bright
conditions and a secondary 13MP camera that delivers 2x optical zoom for the
moments when you wish you were closer.
To enable you to capture and enjoy more content for longer, the Nokia 7 Plus is
backed by the powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 660 Mobile Platform. It’s been
optimised and integrated for maximum performance and battery life, even when you
are broadcasting your #Bothie videos live on Facebook or YouTube. Optimised to
extract every bit of juice from the already powerful 3800 mAh battery, the Nokia
7 Plus delivers an amazing 2-day battery life.
Its gently curved back and slim edges give you a big-screen experience in a
comfortable, neat package. The vivid 6-inch 18:9 Full HD+ display makes theNokia
7 Plus perfect for browsing, social media consumption, gaming and entertainment
with more content in the same width as a traditional 5.5-inch display device.
The New Nokia 6:our award-winning phone just got even
better
Building on the success of its predecessor, the New Nokia 6packs even more
powerful performance and great new features in a more compact, durable body.
Over 60% faster than its award-winning predecessor, it now offers enhanced
Dual-Sight, ZEISS optics, USB-C fast-charging, a more compact screen-to-body
ratio, Nokiaspatial audio and pure, secure and up-to-date Android Oreo™.
The New Nokia 6 takes the original’s precision craftsmanship to the next level
by combining a unibody, made from a solid block of 6000 series aluminium, with
an 11-hour two-tone anodising and polishing process.And by uniting a sculpted
2.5D display with damage-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass, the New Nokia 6’s
compact and refined body is built to last.
Our engineers have integrated the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 630 Mobile Platform to
deliver fast and smooth performance alongside great day-long battery life.
Nokia 1: A complete Nokia smartphone experience,
accessible to everyone
The Nokia 1 is a breakthrough in accessible technology, delivering
smartphoneessentials with the reassuring quality you expect of a Nokia phone and
a refreshingly familiar design to fans around the world. Giving more people
access to technology, it comes with Android Oreo™ (Go edition), a version of
Android optimized for devices with 1GB RAM or less. The Nokia 1 is designed to
be smooth and responsive, with full access to the Google Play™ Store so you can
find all your favourite apps from WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram to mobile
banking while also highlighting apps that are optimised for Android Oreo™ (Go
edition).
Featuring the iconic ‘Nokia smile’ in a fresh new package, you can give your
Nokia 1 a makeover thanks to the popular Xpress-on covers, available in a range
of vibrant colours. Simply click on and off in seconds to express your personal
style with these exchangeable covers. Each cover has been built with the same
precision and attention to detail as the phone’s original cover. Inherently
coloured, the tough two-tone polycarbonate cover is ready to take on every day
knocks and bumps with its durable design.
For the Originals: Reloading Nokia 8110
Reloading the legendary Nokia 8110, this 4G feature phone comes complete
with the iconic curved slider design. Giving you the chance to switch off, have
fun and relax with the knowledge that all your smartphone essentialsare there
when you need them.
With a familiar and easy to use interface, it features intuitive tactile
mechanics, with slide to answer and end calls, as well as an addictive
helicopter style spin on its axis. Nokia 8110comes with the craftsmanship you
expect from a Nokia phone, delivering durability and reliability as
standard.Nokia 8110 delivers crystal-clear VoLTE calling and is perfect for
anyone who wants an iconic 4G feature phone or a companion phone. With access to
an app store, for favourites like Google Assistant, Google Search, Google
Maps,Facebook and Twitter, send and receive emails or import yourcontacts and
sync your calendar with Outlook and Gmail. To keep it running flawlessly, the
Nokia 8110 features the Qualcomm® 205 Mobile Platform.And yes, it comes with a
revamped version of Snake.
Florian Seiche, CEO of HMD Global, said:
“This time last year, we started our journey with huge expectationsfrom fansand
a massive responsibility to deliver on the legacy of one of the most innovative
brands in our space. Since then we have reintroduced well-loved icons, forged
partnerships with friends old and new and delivered our pure, secure and
up-to-date Android experience across our smartphone portfolio. Last year we
shipped over 70 million Nokia phones.
“As we’ve expanded our portfolio we’ve always maintained one vision: to deliver
great Nokia phones that live up to the values that our fans expect. It has been
an exhilarating time and as we look ahead, we plan to build on our success by
expanding our portfolio and giving consumers a wide range of Nokia phones they
can love, trust and rely on.”
Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer of HMD Global, said:
“Today, we are delighted to announce the expansion of our range with the
introduction of five new devices, setting new benchmarks in smartphone design
with Nokia 8 Sirocco and delivering our most accessible smartphone to date in
Nokia 1.
“Through these new devices, you’ll see our innovative approach to engineering
and our strong legacy in imaging coming to the forefront in collaboration with
ZEISS. And you will recognise our best in class materials led design and the
distinctive finish throughout the portfolio which delivers all the reliability
and durabilityexpected of a Nokia phone.
“We pride ourselves on making smartphones that address real-world needs. Our
commitment to pure, secure and up-to-date Android is core to our strategy and is
loved by consumers. Today, we take that commitment to a deeper level by becoming
the lead partner for the Android One programme globally, delivering an
experience that is endorsed by Google.”
PekkaRantala, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of HMD Global,
said:
“A smartphone is an everyday partner and something people need to know they can
rely on. Last year we promised that we would deliver on all the hallmarks of a
true Nokia phone experience and that we would live up to the trust people have
in the Nokia brand on phones. This is why we are so excited to join the Android
One programme, it is an important step in keeping this promise. We believe that
after today’s additions to our phone portfolioconsumers around the world can
truly find their own Nokia phone that they can rely on.”
Jamie Rosenberg, VP, Business & Operations, Android & Google Play:
“Android One is our flagship partner programme, and this comprehensive line-up
of new Nokia smartphones represents our biggest partnership to date. Now, users
around the world can find the perfect device to fit their needs and know they're
getting a high-quality hardware and software experience that’s smart, secure,
and simply amazing.”