HMD Global launches two new Nokia feature phones starting at Rs 999

Smartphones may be a global craze these days but that doesn't mean feature phones are dead. Far from it, over 1.3 billion feature phones are used across the world according to many estimates. It is to cater to such users that HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, has announced two new feature phones- Nokia 105 and Nokia 130.

Nokia 105

With well over 200 million Nokia 105s sold to date around the world, the revamped handset features an all new sculpted design with improved battery life, and better usability thanks to its larger screen size and new tactile keymat.

Available in both dual SIM and single SIM variants, Nokia 105 comes in polycarbonate casing. The new island keymat features separated keys for improved usability, and the larger 1.8-inch screen delivers a better viewing experience when playing favorite games, like Snake Xenzia, which comes preloaded.

Taking full advantage of the larger screen, the Nokia 105 also comes preloaded with two try and buy games – Doodle Jump and Crossy Road.

With up to 15.7 hours talk time and a month long standby, there's storage space for up to 500 text messages and up to 2,000 contacts. The Nokia 105 also features the ever popular LED torchlight – simply press the up key twice to quickly turn the torch on and off.

“We understand that people who are looking for great feature phones are motivated by different needs. But when it comes to phone features the needs are the same; long battery life, robust build quality, and high-quality voice functionality,” commented Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global. “Add to that classic, timeless looks and you have what is simply a great phone – the Nokia 105.”

The new feature phone also has an inbuilt FM Radio and charges using a standard Micro USB cable (USB 2.0). Retailing at Rs 999 for the single SIM variant and Rs 1149 for the dual SIM variant, the Nokia 105 will be available in blue, white and black color with a matte finish.

Nokia 130

With up to 44 hours of FM radio playback time and room for thousands of songs when you add up to 32GB of MicroSD card storage, the Nokia 130 is made for music lovers. The feature phone boasts of 11.5 hours of video playback on a single charge and comes with Bluetooth support for a headset or speakers – perfect for wireless listening to your favorite playlist on the go.

“With more than 4 billion people remaining offline and unable to benefit from the social and economic development opportunities of the internet, simply getting connected by voice and text is still such an important step for many people around the world,” commented Arto Nummela, CEO, HMD Global.

The phone will ship in three color variants- red, grey and black.