HMD Global Brings Nokia 2.3, C1 Smartphones To PH Market

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TECHNOLOGY | February 12, 2020

Nokia 2.3 (Image Source: Yugatech)

HMD Global, the home of Nokia mobile devices in the Philippines, officially kicked off the new year with the launch and eventual release of the Nokia 2.3 and Nokia C1, two new entry-level smartphones that are not only good for any Filipino's budget but also packed with engaging features that can cater to the continuing needs of Filipinos in today's modern world.

The Nokia 2.3 sports a 6.2-inch 2.5D curved HD+ display, dual rear cameras, 4000 mAh battery and 4G LTE connectivity. It runs on Android 9.0 Pie OS and is powered by a Mediatek Helio A22 64-bit quad core processor coupled with PowerVR GE8300 GPU, 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of expandable internal storage. On the other hand, the Nokia C1 features decent specs including a 5.45-inch IPS screen, 16 GB of internal storage, 5 megapixel rear and 5 megapixel front cameras and 2500 mAh battery but runs on Android Go which is the lite version of Android 9.0 Pie. Despite the difference in specs, both the 2.3 and C1 have a dedicated Google Assistant button that allows them to provide virtual assistance on their smartphones when needed.

Nokia 2.3 Specifications
- Android 9.0 Pie OS
- 2.0 GHz Mediatek Helio A22 64-bit quad core processor
- PowerVR GE8300 GPU
- 6.2-inch HD+ capacitive multitouch 2.5D curved TFT display
- 2 GB of RAM
- 32 GB of internal storage
- Expandable memory up to 512 GB via microSD card
- 13 megapixel autofocus (with f/2.2 aperture lens) + 2 megapixel rear cameras with LED flash
- 5 megapixel front camera with f/2.4 aperture lens
- WiFi/Bluetooth/USB OTG
- GPS/A-GPS/GLONASS
- Face unlock, Google Assistant
- Dual SIM, Dual Standby
- 4G LTE/3G HSPA+ connectivity
- 4000 mAh battery
Available Colors: cyan green, charcoal black

Nokia C1 (Image Source: Yugatech)

Nokia C1 Specifications
- Android 9.0 Pie OS Go Edition
- 1.3 GHz quad core processor
- 5.45-inch IPS capacitive multitouch display
- 1 GB of RAM
- 16 GB of internal storage
- Expandable memory up to 64 GB via microSD card
- 5 megapixel rear camera with f/2.4 aperture lens
- 5 megapixel front camera
- WiFi/Bluetooth/GPS/A-GPS
- Google Assistant
- Dual SIM, Dual Standby
- 3G HSPA+ connectivity
- 2500 mAh battery (removable)
Available Colors: red, black

The Nokia 2.3 is priced at Php5,990 and comes with a free case and Bluetooth speaker while the C1 costs only Php2,990. These two smartphones can be availed nationwide at Nokia concept stores, kiosks and authorized dealers as well as online via Lazada, Shopee, Argomall and MX Online.