Nokia G21 smartphone with unrivalled three-day battery life launched in India

Nokia G21 smartphone with unrivalled three-day battery life launched in India, along with a range of exciting devices

· The Nokia G21 offers up to three- day battery life: twice as many security updates vs competition in the segment, Android OS and a 50MP triple AI camera setup; available in 4+64GB and 6+128GB variants

· HMD Global strengthens its mobile ecosystem portfolio with a slew of offerings across feature phones - Nokia 105 and Nokia 105 Plus , smartphones – Nokia CO1 Plus and accessories - Nokia Comfort Earbuds and the Nokia Go Earbuds+

Delhi, 26th April, 2022 – HMD Global announces a fleet of affordable devices including the Nokia G21 – built to combat low battery anxiety with a whopping three-day battery, the Nokia C01 Plus, two new feature phones - the Nokia 105 and Nokia 105 Plus and two new audio accessories, the Nokia Comfort Earbuds and the Nokia Go Earbuds+.

The new Nokia G21 smartphone offers exciting experiences so you can live your life to the fullest. It flaunts a sleek design coupled with Nokia’s legacy durability and quality. The Nokia G21 comes with snappy 50MP triple Camera with AI imaging, provides up to three-day battery life and promises two years of OS upgrades and twice more security updates in the segment. *

Sanmeet Singh Kochhar, Vice President, HMD Global:

“At HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, we believe in offering the best mobility solutions to everyone. Nokia G-series is our mid-range smartphone series with stylish Nordic designs bringing premium smartphone experiences, to as many people as possible. With meaningful features that will assuage your low battery anxiety and security concerns, the Nokia G21 has been created for those who love to create. The smartphone is for those who are not just storytellers, but also creators who like to chronicle their life experiences and need a phone they can count on, whether it is the battery that doesn't die on you, a camera that can capture the finest details, even in low light or a up-to-date Android OS that keeps your data secure. It is a smartphone that’s always Got your back.”

Alongside the Nokia G21 smartphone, the company also unveiled a range of products which included feature phones, entry-level smartphone and wearable accessories which further consolidates the brand’s position as a promising player in the entry to mid-range category of devices.

HMD Global have consistently been the no.1 feature phone brand in India by value over the last year with a complete range of 2G & 4G feature phones priced from INR 1299 to INR 3799/-. Nokia 105 is the global bestselling feature phone model, which now has been refreshed in an all-new stylish design and comes with Wireless FM radio. At the launch, HMD Global also showcased the new Nokia 105 plus feature phone that offers auto call recording and an MP3 player, and the memory upgrade of the popular entry level smartphone, Nokia C01 Plus.

Commenting on the other range of products unveiled Mr. Sanmeet Singh Kochhar added “At HMD Global, we are democratising experiences for our customers with accessibility across all price segments. Our product portfolio boasts of a robust line up across the feature phone, smartphone, tablets and accessories segment which offer accessible connectivity to all”.

Also showcased at the launch were two new earbuds the Nokia Comfort Earbuds and Nokia Go Earbuds+.

Nokia G21- A smartphone that’s always got your back

Channelling the Nokia feature phone legacy to the world of smartphones, the Nokia G21 makes battery life, a common pain point for consumers, a thing of the past.[i] With unmatched up to three-day battery life,[ii] you can go on a full weekend getaway without a charger.

Three years of monthly security updates, offering twice more updates than most smartphones in this price range, means the Nokia G21 will work seamlessly in the background to protect you, so you can go about your day worry-free.

Powered by Android , the phone will get two years of Android OS upgrades. It’s ready for Android 12TM, so you always have access to the latest features and have a smartphone that you can keep for longer.[iii]

Introducing an all-new design with the left camera lens stack, the Nokia G21 is thinner and more ergonomic. Unlocking the power of 90Hz refresh rate for the first time in the G-series, the improved refresh rate makes scrolling and typing even more fluid, and photos look smoother.

Delivering beautiful detail even in low light, the Nokia G21’s 50MP triple-lens AI camera will fully equip anyone to create professional-looking photography. On the front, it ensures your evening selfies will have just the right amount of light and clarity.

Other offerings in the range

Nokia C01 Plus is a feature-packed entry-level smartphone, offering the best of everything in the budget segment. The new 2+32GB variant is an upgrade so you can keep double the videos or movies, music and documents. It’s an ideal first smartphone for the feature phone upgraders with its easy-to-use Android Go OS that supports 24 Indian languages with up to two years of security updates, one year of replacement guarantee and even higher affordability with a Reliance Jio offer. So now, India can get smarter, without any hesitations.

Nokia 105 features a solid, modern design that fits perfectly in your hand, while the inherent colour minimizes the visibility of scratches. Listen to news, sports and entertainment on the go with the wireless FM radio – without a headset. It also comes with pre-loaded games, including Snake, to keep you entertained, and the long-lasting battery life means that you can talk for hours.

Nokia 105 Plus is refreshed to bring more value, connectivity, and quality to all. The phone packs in a larger 1000 mAH battery, a dedicated SD card slot, MP3 music player and auto call recording. With Wireless FM radio so you can listen to your favourite sports, news, and entertainment on the go without a headset. Nokia 105 Plus’ new ergonomic, modern avatar and compact shape is specially moulded to feel great in the hand and easily slip into your pocket. To take on everyday life, the scratch and bump resistant exterior is built to last even longer – thanks to its robust high-quality design.

Nokia Comfort Earbuds, offering 29 hours of playtime, gives maximum comfort with a compact Natural ergonomic design, is IPX5 water and sweat resistant so you can enjoy your music or stay connected even in hot sweaty summer weather, like it is already here in Delhi or enjoy it in the rains.

The Nokia Go Earbuds+, offering 26 hours of playtime has large 13 mm drivers for a thumping bass and are IPX4 sweat and splash resistant and have Easy-to-use touch controls so you can be seamlessly connected come rain or shine.

Pricing and availability

The Nokia G21 smartphone - the 4/64GB variant will be available at INR 12,999/- and the 6/128GB variant at INR 14,999/- across Retail and leading e-commerce players and on nokia.com. Retail customers could also avail a Triple Zero Finance offer powered by Bajaj Finserve as a launch offer.

Nokia 105 will be available in two colours at INR 1299 onwards And Nokia 105 Plus will be available in two great colours Red/Charcoal at INR 1399 onwards and the audio accessories - Nokia Comfort Earbuds will be available at INR 2799 and Nokia Go Earbuds+ at just INR 1999.

All these devices will be available PAN India at stores near, whether you prefer to shop in your local market or in large format stores or on e-comm sites. We’ve ensured that our devices are accessible to all.