New Nokia HMD Arc with Android GO Launched?

HMD Global has quietly introduced the Nokia HMD Arc, a new budget-friendly smartphone that comes with a familiar design and specs similar to the previous HMD Aura model (and some before it but with a newers UNISOC platform). While the price and availability are still unconfirmed, the phone was listed on the official website, well enough to take down all the essential info.

Here’s a quick look at the HMD Arc’s hardware specs:

• Dimensions: 166.4 x 76.9 x 8.95 mm, weight: 185.4 grams
• Display: 6.52-inch HD+ LCD (1280 x 576), 20:9 aspect ratio, 60 Hz refresh rate, 460 nits brightness, teardrop notch
• Chipset: Unisoc 9863A
• RAM: 4 GB
• Storage: 64 GB, microSD up to 128 GB.
• Battery: 5,000 mAh, 10W charging via USB-C
• Cameras:
  • Rear: 13 MP main (with autofocus) + secondary camera
  • Front: 5 MP selfie camera
• Additional Features:
  • • IP52/IP54 rating (depending on market)
    • Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, traditional headphone jack
    • Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
    • Single speaker and microphone
• Operating System: Android 14 Go (2 years of security updates)

The HMD Arc is expected to be a solid option for those seeking an affordable, entry-level device with the promise of security updates for 2 years. This phone might also be sold by carriers as its price could be low and a good phone t arch the gap between a classic featurephone and a low end smartphone. Availability and pricing details are expected to be announced soon.

Source: Suomimobiili