HMD has launched the Skyline smartphone in the Kenyan market, and it will retail for Ksh. 60,000.
The device rocks a 6.5-inch P-OLED screen with 1080p screen resolution and upto 144Hz refresh rate and brightness peaking at 1000 nits. It also has Gorilla Glass 3 for protection.
The Skyline has triple camera setup at the back made of a 108MP main cameras with OIS, 50MP 2x telephoto camera with 4x lossless zoom and a 13MP ultrawide and a 50MP selfie camera.
The device is powered by Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset and a 12GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. It runs on Android 14 OS and will get 2 major Android OS upgrades and 3 years of security updates.
The phone comes with a 4600mAh battery that supports 33W fast Type-C charging which can charge it to 100% in 76 minutes. The battery is non-removable but replaceable.
The HMD Skyline comes in various colours including Blue Topaz, Neon Pink, and Twisted Black.
This latest release underscores HMD’s unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge, sustainable, and accessible technology. Since April 2024, HMD has redefined its lineup with devices that champion user-repairability, affordability, and environmental responsibility. The Skyline series is a landmark innovation, reinforcing HMD’s mission to bring high-quality, sustainable tech to a global audience.
Maureen Kambona, the HMD Regional Marketing Manager West, East & Central Africa, remarked, “Today’s launch is more than just the introduction of new devices; it is a testament to our continuous evolution. Our focus has always been on delivering meaningful technology that serves people everywhere. By blending Nokia’s rich legacy with our forward-looking approach, we are shaping a new era of innovation where partnerships and purpose-driven design are central to everything we do.”
The Skyline series introduces a fresh lineup of smartphones and feature phones, each designed with affordability, repairability, and sustainability in mind. At the heart of this new series is the belief that high-quality mobile technology should be inclusive and impactful, enhancing lives across all demographics.