Nokia C1, Nokia 2.3: budget Android phones outed


Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.2 launch
Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.2 launch

TAGUIG, Philippines – Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.3 are now in the Philippines. Priced at P2,990 and P5,990 respectively, HMD Global officially launched the two newest models aimed to elevate the entry-level smartphone experience.

Powered by a quad-core CPU, Nokia C1 is a 3G smartphone with a 5.45″ display and Android 9 Pie (Go edition), delivering near-stock Android experience with minimum bloat.

Charlotte Koa, Senior Business Manager, HMD Global -- Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.2 launch
Charlotte Koa, Senior Business Manager, HMD Global — Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.2 launch

As a result, user experience is free of distractions, and battery utilization is optimzied. HMD Global promises up to a full day of use.

Nokia C1 owners can even access and replace the battery by removing its polycarbonate back cover.

Nokia 2.3 is an update to Nokia 2.2, which was released half a year ago. It introduces several improvements, such as a bigger 6.2-inch screen and a bigger battery – up to 4,000 mAh from last year’s 3,000 mAh. Most of the spec sheet remains identical.

Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.2 launch
Nokia C1 and Nokia 2.2 launch

Nokia C1 specs (Philippines)

  • Display: 5.45 inches; 480 x 960 pixels; IPS LCD
  • SIM: Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dedicated slots)
  • OS Android 9.0 Pie Go edition
  • CPU: Quad-core 1.3 GHz
  • Memory (RAM): 1 GB
  • Storage (ROM): 16 GB eMMC 5.1
  • Expansion: microSD (dedicated slot)
  • Main camera (rear): 5MP f/2.4
  • Selfie camera (front): 5MP
  • Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth 4.2
  • I/O: Micro USB 2.0; 3.5mm audio jack
  • Battery: 2,500 mAh (removable)
  • Colors: Black, Red
  • Price (Philippines): P2,990

Nokia 2.3 specs (Philippines)

  • Display: 6.2 inches; 720 x 1520 pixels; IPS LCD
  • SIM: Dual SIM (nano-SIM, hybrid slot)
  • OS Android 9.0 Pie (Android One)
  • Chipset (SOC):  Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
  • CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
  • GPU: PowerVR GE8320
  • Memory (RAM): 2 GB
  • Storage (ROM): 32 GB eMMC 5.1
  • Expansion: microSD (hybrid slot)
  • Main camera (rear): 13MP f/2.2 + 2MP depth sensor
  • Selfie camera (front): 5MP f/2.4
  • Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth 5.0 A2DP
  • I/O: Micro USB 2.0; 3.5mm audio jack
  • Battery: 4,000 mAh (non-removable)
  • Colors: Cyan Green, Sand, Charcoal
  • Price (Philippines): P5,990
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