Nokia 8 flagship is Official With the ZEISS Optics and Outdated Design

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 17, 2017       

HMD announced its first Nokia-branded flagship Smartphone today, the Nokia 8. This phone comes with top-notch specs and ZEISS Optics. The entire package is offered at a price of 599 Euro ($705 / 45,000 INR), tad than the OnePlus 5.

The Nokia 8 features a 5.3-inch QHD IPS display with huge chin and top bezels. It is powered by the Snapdragon 835 SoC, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. The phone comes dual rear cameras with Zeiss Optics, Splashproof (IP54), OZO 360-degree Audio, and includes USB Type-C port, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC. The phone runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

The attraction for the phone is it's "Bothie" feature, which allows you to use both the front and the rear Camera's together. Another feature that might wonder you is its OZO Audio, which gives 360-degree sound with amazing quality. At the back, there are two cameras of 13MP with Zeiss optics along with an 13MP front-facing camera.

The Nokia 8 is available in Polished Blue, Tempered Blue, Steel, Polished Copper Colour options. The device will pack a 3090mAh battery with quick charge support. 

With these huge bezels, impressive specifications, and Luxury Price, Will you buy the Nokia 8?

Nokia 5 Unboxing!

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 15, 2017       

After a long wait, the Nokia 5 is now officially available in India with Snapdragon 430 Processor, 2GB RAM, and a 5.2-inch HD IPS display. 

In this YouTube Video, we’ll take you around the packaging of the phone, share some initial thoughts on the in-hand feel.

Let's unbox the Nokia 5!

Nokia 5 to go on sale in India on August 15 with launch day offers

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 14, 2017       

The Nokia 5 goes on sale starting August 15 in India, and these offers are valid only till the first stock lasts.

The Nokia 5 will be available in India starting August 15 i.e. tomorrow via Major Offline Retail Outlets for ₹12,899. According to HMD, below are the offers which will be available along with the Nokia 5.

Vodafone consumers will get 5GB data per month @ Rs. 149** per month for 3 months on their Nokia 5. Consumers will also get Rs. 2500 off (Rs. 1800 on hotels & Rs.700 off on domestic flights) on Makemytrip.com

With Nokia 5, you get 5.2" HD display, Seamless aluminium unibody, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage with Support for up to 128 GB, Stock Android 7.0 Nougat. It comes with a 3000 mAh battery.

Camera wise, the Nokia 5 features 13MP rear camera with PDAF, 1.12um, f/2, dual tone flash, to the front there's a 8MP with AF, 1.12um, f/2, FOV 84 degrees. It comes in Tempered Blue, Silver, Matte Black and Copper color options.

The Nokia 6, one the other hand will be sold via Amazon with sale starting from August 23rd. Nokia 6 or  Nokia 5: What device are you thinking of getting?

Nokia 5 will be available in India starting August 15

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 12, 2017       

After a long delay, the Nokia 5 will be finally available in Indian Markets starting August 15. It will be sold exclusively offline for ₹12,899

We are humbled by the response to Nokia 3. Currently, we are ramping up our production for Nokia 3 on priority to meet the existing consumer demand. In the coming week, we will start production of Nokia 6 and Nokia 5 to get them ready for sales start by mid-august.

With Nokia 5, you get 5.2" HD display, Seamless aluminium unibody, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage with Support for up to 128 GB, Stock Android 7.0 Nougat. It comes with a 3000 mAh battery.

Camera wise, the Nokia 5 features 13MP rear camera with PDAF, 1.12um, f/2, dual tone flash, to the front there's a 8MP with AF, 1.12um, f/2, FOV 84 degrees. It comes in Tempered Blue, Silver, Matte Black and Copper color options.

The Nokia 6, one the other hand will be sold via Amazon with sale starting from August 23rd. Nokia 6 or  Nokia 5: What device are you thinking of getting?

Nokia 3 Confirmed to get Android O

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 08, 2017       

Nokia 3, the finnish company's low-end Android Smartphone is confirmed to get Android 8.0 O Software Update. The confirmation came from the Chief Product Officer of HMD Global, Juho Sarvikas.

It's really exciting to see that Nokia is actually taking initiatives to update their low-end Smartphone to the latest Android OS.

A month back, HMD Global CEO Arto Nummela said "What we are now committing (to) is that whenever a consumer buys a device, two years from that we will do the updates" and that's something really great!

That said, Google is due to announce the final version of the Android O and then only we will get to know when Nokia will be announcing the latest Android version for its Smartphones.

Nokia 8 spotted running Android O

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 04, 2017       

HMD is now all set to announce its Nokia branded Flagship Smartphone Nokia 8 on August 16. The device has now been spotted running Android 8.0 O at Geekbench.

That said, Nokia 8 could be the first Non-Google smartphone to ship with Android 8.0 O. Thoughts?

Source: Geekbench

Alleged Nokia 2 prototype leaks

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 03, 2017       

We all know that the Nokia 2 is rumored to be HMD's next Ultra-budget Smartphone. Despite of rumors, we haven't seen the actual image of the Nokia 2, but that's going to change today!

Thanks to Baidu Forum, we now have our first real look at the Nokia 2 (Prototype). As you can see in the below image, the Nokia 2 looks exactly like the Nokia 3. Below Image also says that the Nokia 2 will be having a 4.7" or 5.0" HD Display. However, the Nokia 2 will be having on-screen navigation keys instead of touch capacitive buttons, which can be found in previous Nokia Smartphones including the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6.

We already know that the device will be coming with Snapdragon 212 SoC clocked at 1.27 GHz, paired with 1GB RAM. Android 7.1.1 Nougat will be coming pre-installed with the Nokia 2. Nokia is expected to reveal the Nokia 2 later this year.

Note that the above image shows the prototype of the Nokia 2, the final design may be different. That said, we will notify you once we get more information about Nokia 2.

Via: Nokia

HMD brings Nokia Camera app to Google Play

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 02, 2017       

Many manufacturers have already uploaded their system apps to the Play Store, as it helps them to send out updates without the need for a system update.

HMD has now published the Camera application which comes pre-loaded with the Nokia Android Smartphones to the Play Store. This means, Nokia users would get direct update for the Camera app from the Play store.

Current version of the Nokia Camera application is v6.0080.07. Of course, this application is only compatible with Nokia Android Smartphones including the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6.

If you haven't updated your Nokia phone Camera app, you can update it from the below Play Store link.

Play Store: Nokia Camera

Here is the Nokia 8, Again!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 30, 2017       

As we inch closer to the August 16 and the unveiling of the Nokia 8, the leaks are flowing steadily. Today we have another set of Images showing off the upcoming Nokia 8 (Copper-Gold variant) from different angles.

As you can see in the below image, the Nokia 8 is wrapped up in a transparent plastic package. Again, the back of the device is having dual-cameras with Zeiss optics. Talking about the front it seems that HMD is sticking with physical keys and larger display bezels for the Nokia 8.

If you ask me, the device do looks great from the back, but the front is really disappointing. Don't know why only Samsung and LG, so far, seems to have gone all in on killing off bezels. With these huge bezels, we don't think that the Nokia 8 will be able to even touch the standards of Galaxy S8, LG G6, and the upcoming Pixel 2.

According to previous leaks, the phone will be priced tad higher. The phone may cost 589 euros (675 USD/ 43500 INR), which would be a steep price considering the trademark of Nokia.

The Nokia 8 is said to come with a 5.7-inch 2K, Snapdragon 835 SoC, 4GB of RAM, 64GB internal storage. It will be available in blue, steel (silver), Gold / blue, and gold / copper color options. 

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Nokia 8 Will Be Revealed on August 16

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 26, 2017       

Nokia and HMD are now all set to reveal this year's flagship Smartphone Nokia 8. We have already seen the potential renders, and real life Images of the device. According to the latest invites, HMD will be announcing the "Next Big Thing" on August 16 during an event in London at 2:30PM ET / 11:30AM PT.

However, except the date, HMD has not revealed which product they will be announcing. But we all know that it's gonna be the Nokia 8 with Zeiss Optics. Here's what HMD Global invite says

"HMD Global invites you to an exclusive gathering to unveil the next milestone for Nokia phones."

Furthermore, some rumours say that the phone will be priced tad higher. The phone may cost 589 euros (675 USD/ 43500 INR), which would be a steep price considering the trademark of Nokia.

The Nokia 8 is said to come with a 5.7-inch 2K, Snapdragon 835 SoC, 4GB of RAM, 64GB internal storage. It will be available in blue, steel (silver), Gold / blue, and gold / copper color options. 

Nokia 2 specs leaked via Geekbench, Snapdragon 212 and 1GB RAM confirmed

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 25, 2017       

We all know that the Nokia 2 is rumored to be HMD's next Ultra-budget Smartphone. We have already seen the alleged design of the Nokia 2. If you haven't seen it, above image shows how the Nokia 2 will look like.

Thanks to Geekbench, we now have confirmed specifications of the Nokia 2. The device will be coming with Snapdragon 212 SoC clocked at 1.27 GHz, paired with 1GB RAM.

In terms of design, the Nokia 2 looks exactly like the Nokia 3. One thing that is worth noticing is that the Nokia 2 will be having on-screen navigation keys instead of touch capacitive buttons, which can be found in previous Nokia Smartphones including the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6.

Android 7.1.1 Nougat will be coming pre-installed with the Nokia 2. Nokia is expected to reveal the Nokia 2 later this year.

Via: Geekbench

[Update: Here's the Rear] Nokia 2 Front Shows Up in a Leaked Sketch

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 23, 2017       

[Article: 20/07/2017]
There are some rumors that Nokia might reveal the Ultra-budget Nokia 2 with Snapdragon 210/212 processor this year. We haven't seen any possible renders or live images of the Nokia 2, but that's going to change today, thanks to an alleged leak from baidu.

As you can see in the below and above Sketch (Sort of), Despite of being an Ultra-budget device, the Nokia 2 will be having a front facing camera with Speaker grill and Nokia branding, just like the Nokia 3.

One thing that is worth noticing is that the Nokia 2 will be having on-screen navigation keys instead of touch capacitive buttons, which can be found in previous Nokia Smartphones including the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6.

The Nokia 2 might come with the same rear design like the Nokia 3, but with low-end specs. That said, Nokia is expected to reveal the Nokia 2 later this year. 

Source: Baidu



Update: 23/07/2017

Thanks to baidu forum, the below image shows the rear design of the upcoming Nokia 2. As you can see, the design looks almost identical to the Nokia 3. 

More leaked images of the Nokia 8 in Copper Gold

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 22, 2017       

With fresh Nokia 8 leaks now popping up each and every day, Android fans are getting more eager than ever to see Nokia unveil its hot new flagship smartphone.

Nokia is expected to launch the Nokia 8 with Carl Zeiss Optics on 31st July. It's not like that we haven't seen the Nokia 8 in the earlier leaked renders and live Images, but today's leak shows us that the Nokia 8 Chinese variant will be coming with a hybrid Card slot.

Below are few more images of the Dual-Camera Nokia 8. The front image text shows that the device is unlocked and can't be trusted, also there's the usual Powered By Android boot logo. 


One thing worth noticing is that the camera frame is not having "ZEISS" text, which we saw in earlier leaked renders. It could be possible that the below devices are early production units for testing. 

With either 5.7-inch or 5.3-inch 2K Display, Snapdragon 835 and 4GB RAM, the Nokia 8 will stay premium with a price of 589 euros (675 USD/ 43500 INR). It will be coming with blue, steel (silver), Gold / blue, and gold / copper color options. We will let you know once we new information regarding the Nokia 8, Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News. 

Source: Baidu | 2

Nokia 8 hands-on photo leaked, reveals the actual design

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 21, 2017       

The entire world is looking for next HMD flagship phone which is the Nokia 8 to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until end of this month to get hands on it. Today, a user at baidu forum has leaked the first real-life Images of the device confirming the design.

As you can see in the above and below leaked Image, the Nokia 8 looks absolutely stunning and is on-par with the earlier leaked rumors. Below is the clear Image showing off the Nokia 8's dual-camera setup and the fingerprint sensor.

According to the earlier reports, the Nokia 8 will carry model no. TA-1004 and will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 835 chipset, just like the Galaxy S8, OnePlus 5 and other flagship phones. The device will be having 4GB RAM coupled with 64GB of Internal Storage. 

HMD is planning to launch two Nokia 8 variants, One with Single Sim slot and the other with Dual Sim card slot. Additionally, the device will be coming with blue, steel (silver), Gold / blue, and gold / copper color options. 

With the 5.7-inch 2K Display and other flagship specs, the Nokia 8 will stay premium with a price of 589 euros (675 USD/ 43500 INR). We will let you know once we new information regarding the Nokia 8, Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Source: Baidu

Nokia Accidentally reveals the Nokia 8, here's the official look!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 19, 2017       

The entire world is looking for first Nokia's flagship phone which is the Nokia 8 to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until July 31st to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay.

Today Nokia has accidentally revealed the Nokia 8, listing it on their official website. However, the listing has now been taken down, but thanks to a few users for capturing the screenshot of the Nokia 8's product page.

We have already seen renders showing Rear and Front of the Nokia 8 in Silver and Blue, the below official Image shows the Nokia 8 from a different angle. 

As per earlier leaks, the Nokia 8 will be having Dual-Cameras to the rear with Carl Zeiss sensor, which will surely create new Imaging Standards in the Smartphone's history. The front is not that appealing as the device is having a normal 2.5D curved glass, with big top-bottom bezels. It is expected to launch on July 31st. Are you excited? Let us know in the below comment section!

[Update: New Color]Nokia 8: This is HMD's first big phone!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 18, 2017       

HMD is now all set to announce its first Nokia branded flagship Smartphone. The high-end Smartphone will be named "Nokia 8", instead of Nokia 9 which was rumored earlier. Today, we finally have our first look at the Nokia 8 with Carl Zeiss optics.

As you can see in the below Image, the Nokia 8 looks gorgeous in Deep Blue color. It is having Dual-Cameras to the rear with Carl Zeiss sensor, which will surely create new Imaging Standards in the Smartphone's history. The front is not that appealing as the device is having a normal 2.5D curved glass, with big top-bottom bezels.

According to the latest reports, the Nokia 8 will carry model no. TA-1004 and will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 835 chipset, just like the Galaxy S8, OnePlus 5 and other flagship phones. The device will be having 4GB RAM coupled with 64GB of Internal Storage. 

HMD is planning to launch two Nokia 8 variants, One with Single Sim slot and the other with Dual Sim card slot. Additionally, the device will be coming with blue, steel (silver), Gold / blue, and gold / copper color options. 

With the 5.7-inch 2K Display and other flagship specs, the Nokia 8 will stay premium with a price of 589 euros (675 USD/ 43500 INR). Will you be buying the Nokia 8? Let us know in the below comment section.

Update: Evan Blass has leaked another Image of the Nokia 8 in Silver color variant, which looks stunning. Here, have a look-

Source: VentureBeat

This is the Nokia with Carl Zeiss optics

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 17, 2017       

Earlier this month, HMD partnered with German lens manufacturer Carl Zeiss to set “new imaging standards” for the upcoming Nokia Smartphones.

Additionally, HMD has already confirmed that they will be launching a dual-camera Smartphone with Zeiss sensor this year. The rumors are piling up around the Nokia 9 or Nokia 8 that might be unveiled this summer with Zeiss optics. 

All leaks till date suggested the specs of the upcoming Nokia Smartphone, but that's going to change from today as a new leak from the King of leaks Evan Blass gives us our first look at the Camera setup of Nokia - Carl Zeiss Smartphone.

As you can see in the below Image, the device sports a dual-camera with "ZEISS" branding below the line. To the bottom of the camera frame there's a sensor and LED Flash. We don't have any information on whether this device will be named Nokia 8 or Nokia 9.

That said, this is just a teaser, the full Image of the Nokia Smartphone with Carl Zeiss optics might be just around the corner. Rumors says that Nokia might unveil the Nokia 8 with Zeiss optics on July 31. 

Moto E4 Plus vs Nokia 3: Specs Comparison

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 16, 2017       

Moto E4 Plus vs Nokia 3
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.1.1 Nougat	Android 7.0 Nougat
Processor	Quad-core 1.3 GHz	Quad-core 1.3 GHz
Chipset	MT6737	MT6737
GPU	Mali T720	Mali T720
Display
Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD
Screen Size	5.5 inches	5.0 inches
Memory
Internal	32 GB	16 GB
RAM	3 GB	2 GB
Camera
Primary	13 MP AF, f/2.0 LED flash	8MP AF, f/2, LED flash
Secondary	5 MP	8 MP
Battery and Power
Type	5000 mAh | 10W rapid charger	2630 mAh
Price
Indian Rs.	Rs. 9,999	Rs. 9,500

Which one would you choose? Leave your Comment below!

Nokia 8 launch soon: Device to have flagship features

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 15, 2017       

HMD is now all set to announce its first Nokia branded flagship Smartphone. The high-end Smartphone will be named "Nokia 8", instead of Nokia 9 which was rumored earlier.

According to the latest reports, the Nokia 8 will carry model no. TA-1004 and will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 835 chipset, just like the Galaxy S8, OnePlus 5 and other flagship phones. The device will be having 4GB RAM coupled with 64GB of Internal Storage. 

HMD is planning to launch two Nokia 8 variants, One with Single Sim slot and the other with Dual Sim card slot. Additionally, the device will be coming with blue, steel (silver), Gold / blue, and gold / copper color options. 

With the 5.7-inch 2K Display and other flagship specs, the Nokia 8 will stay premium with a price of 589 euros (675 USD/ 43500 INR). Will you be buying the Nokia 8? Let us know in the below comment section.

Source: Winfuture

Nokia 5 Availability, Release Date, and Price

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 14, 2017       

Most of you might be searching for "when will the Nokia 5 be available in my country". Well, HMD has already started their expansion into different countries, but here's the full list for the Nokia 5's Availability, Release Date, and Price in your Country.

India: Nokia 5 will be available Starting Mid-August (Pre-booking open)

Malaysia: Available, Priced at RM799

UAE: Available, AED 649 (Grab it Here)

Taiwan: To be Available soon for NTD 5,390

UK: To be available Starting 19 July (Pre-order Here)

Portugal: Up for Pre-order for €229 (Link: Here)

Saudi Arabia: Available, SAR 649 (Grab it Here)

Vietnam : Available for 4259000 Vietnamese Dong

South Africa: To be Available soon for R2,999

Finland: Available, 198.72 € (Grab it Here)

Philippines: To be available soon for PHP 9990

Sri Lanka: Available, SL Rupees 28200

Bangladesh: Available, 17500 BDT

US: Not Available

We will be needing your help to update the above list. Let us know in the below comment section regarding the availability of the Nokia 5 Android Smartphone in your Country.

With Nokia 5, you get 5.2" HD display, Seamless aluminium unibody, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage with Support for up to 128 GB, Stock Android 7.0 Nougat. It comes with a 3000 mAh battery.

Camera wise, the Nokia 5 features 13MP rear camera with PDAF, 1.12um, f/2, dual tone flash, to the front there's a 8MP with AF, 1.12um, f/2, FOV 84 degrees. It comes in Tempered Blue, Silver, Matte Black and Copper color options.