The cheapest smartphone from Nokia that is part of the Android One program was introduced. It is called Nokia 2.2, and has a price target set at under $110 in various global markets.
The smartphone is in a price range for users who want to perform basic tasks, and has a 5.7 ‘inch HD + panel with narrow bezels and a dot-notch that houses the camera. Android One is the big asset, as the device gets three years of guaranteed updates.
Nokia 2.2 specifications
- Helio A22 Processor
- 5.7 inch HD IPS Screen +
- 2GB / 3GB of RAM
- 16GB / 32GB of storage (expandable via microSD)
- 13MP rear camera with LED flash
- 5MP front camera
- Unlocking via Face Recognition
- 3000mAh Battery (microUSB)
- Android One (3 years of guaranteed updates)
- 3.5mm audio input
- Button dedicated to Google Assistant
- Colors: Black and Gray
The phone also packs the Digital Wellbeing features, including the Dashboard, App Timers, Wind Down, and the improved Do Not Disturb.
The dual-SIM (Nano) Nokia 2.2 runs on Android 9 Pie and sports a 5.71-inch HD+ screen with 19:9 aspect ratio and a waterdrop-style notch (HMD Global calls it a discreet selfie-notch). The display supports a maximum brightness of 400 nits. Nokia 2.2 is powered by quad-core MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, clocked at 2GHz, and paired with up to 3GB of RAM.
On the imaging front, the new Nokia phone packs a single 13-megapixel rear camera with an f/2.2 lens and single LED flash. There is a 5-megapixel front-facing shooter onboard as well. Among other specifications, you will get a 3,000mAh battery with 5W charging support, up to 32GB of onboard storage, and a microSD card slot (up to 400GB).
Additionally, the phone packs the usual set of connectivity options, including 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, Micro-USB port, and GPS. The phone measures 145.96×70.56×9.3mm and weighs 153 grams.
The Nokia 2.2 price in India will start at Rs. 7,699 for the 2GB + 16GB version. The 3GB + 32GB variant of the phone will retail at Rs. 8,699. However, as a part of a limited period offer, the Nokia 2.2 will be sold at Rs. 6,999 for the 2GB + 16GB variant and at Rs. 7,999 for the 3GB + 32GB variant. The limited period offer will continue through June 30.
The Nokia 2.2 is still awaiting its launch in Nepali market. Please stay tuned for updates.
