HMD 101 Debuts in India
Beyond the HMD 100, HMD has introduced another model, the HMD 101, in the Indian market. This phone showcases a compact 1.77-inch display with a 160×128 pixel resolution and a 4:5 aspect ratio.
Operating on the S30+ platform, it is powered by a Unisoc 6533G processor. The device ships with 4 MB of RAM and 4 MB of internal storage, and it supports microSD expansion up to 32 GB.
Powering the handset is a removable 1000 mAh battery, delivering up to roughly 213 hours of standby time and about 7 hours of talk time under typical usage.
For connectivity, the HMD 101 includes a 3.5 mm audio jack and a Micro USB port. Other features comprise a built-in speaker and microphone, FM radio (supporting both wired and wireless variants), an MP3 player, dual LED flashlight, auto call recording, a Snake game, text-to-speech functionality, and support for 10 Indian languages. It also offers lanyard compatibility and a sturdy chassis for everyday use.
HMD 101 Specifications
- OS: S30+
- Network: Dual 2FF SIM, GSM 900/1800 bands
- Connectivity: 3.5 mm headphone jack, Micro USB
- Dimensions: 114.3 × 50 × 14.3 mm
- Weight: 73 grams
- Display: 1.77 inches, 160 × 128 resolution, 4:5 aspect ratio
- Chipset: Unisoc 6533G
- RAM: 4 MB
- Storage: 4 MB internal, microSD up to 32 GB
- Cameras: None
- Battery: 1000 mAh removable, charging at 2.75 W
- Colors: Grey, Blue
Pricing and Availability
The HMD 101 is priced at INR 1,049 (approximately PHP 699) and is offered through HMD’s official India website at the following page: https://www.hmd.com/en_in/hmd-101?sku=AHM1913ALAINDS1
Bottom line: The HMD 101 positions itself as a compact feature phone with essential multimedia and language-support features, ideal for basic communication needs and straightforward everyday use.
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