HMD Skyline: High-End Smartphone Inspired by Nokia Lumia Set to Launch in India

HMD Global has officially teased the imminent launch of its brand new HMD Skyline smartphone in the Indian market. This phone was first unveiled globally in July this year. It can be described as HMD’s first high-end smartphone under its brand, reportedly inspired by the old Nokia Lumia’s fabulous design.

Official Teaser  

Recently, HMD highlighted its Skyline smartphone via an official post on its X account. The post, themed “What it means to touch the sky,” hints at the launch signals for the Skyline phone.

Global Variant Features  

The HMD Skyline was released globally in July 2023. Here are its main features:

– Display: 6.55-inch P-OLED FHD+ screen, 144Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass 3 protection, and up to 1000 nits brightness. It’s IP54 rated, indicating dust and water resistance.

– Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset

– RAM & Storage: Up to 12GB RAM, 256GB onboard storage

– Camera: 108MP main camera with OIS, 13MP ultrawide lens, 50MP telephoto lens, and a 50MP front camera with autofocus, ensuring quality photos irrespective of lighting.

– Battery: 4600mAh battery, supports 33W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and 5W reverse wireless charging.

– Software: Comes with Android 14, includes two major OS upgrades and three years of security features.

Other Special Features of the Smartphone

The HMD Skyline also boasts additional features:

– Side-mounted fingerprint sensor

– Dual speakers

– Micro SD card slot for storage expansion

– IP54 rating for dust and water resistance

Estimated Price

The global variant of the HMD Skyline is priced at $499 (approximately ₹42,000). It is expected to compete in the medium budget range of smartphones in the Indian market.

The appealing features of the HMD Skyline smartphone might quickly attract users. It is anticipated to compete with brands like Motorola, Samsung, and Xiaomi in the Indian market.