The Nokia C22 is all set to launch in India on May 11, 2021, according to an announcement made by its licensee HMD Global. The new Nokia C22 is part of the C-Series, which was launched earlier this year in select European markets. The Nokia C22 boasts a 6.5-inch LCD screen and comes with a dual rear camera unit, led by a 13-megapixel primary sensor. The smartphone is powered by Android 13 (Go edition), and the manufacturer claims that it has a 5,000mAh battery that can last up to three days.
Nokia C22 Price
The Nokia C22 was first unveiled in Europe in February, alongside the Nokia C32. It carried an initial price tag of €109 (approximately Rs. 9,500) and is available in Charcoal, Purple, and Sand colour options. The pricing details for the Indian variant have not yet been revealed by the brand.
Nokia C22 Specifications
The dual SIM (nano) Nokia C22 runs on Android 13 (Go edition) and sports a 6.5-inch HD+ (720×1,600 pixels) LCD display. It is powered by an octa-core Unisoc SC9863A SoC with 2GB of RAM that can be expanded virtually using unused storage. It comes with 64GB of inbuilt storage that can be further expanded up to 256GB using a microSD card slot.
The Nokia C22 is equipped with a dual rear camera unit comprising a 13-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel sensor with a macro lens. On the front, it features an 8-megapixel camera for selfies. The smartphone includes a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and supports face unlock.
The Nokia C22 is backed by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. It also boasts an IP52 rating for dust and splash resistance.
Nokia’s Teaser
On Tuesday, Nokia announced the upcoming launch of the Nokia C22 in India through a tweet, revealing that the smartphone comes with AI-backed cameras and up to three days of battery life. However, the brand has not released any specific pricing details for the Indian market.
Expected Features of Nokia C22
The Indian variant of the Nokia C22 is expected to have similar features to the European variant. The smartphone’s features and specifications have already created quite a buzz among smartphone enthusiasts, and the Nokia C22 is expected to be a formidable competitor in the market.
- 6.5-inch LCD Display
- Dual Rear Camera Led by 13-Megapixel Primary Sensor
- Android 13 (Go edition)
- 5,000mAh Battery
- IP52 Rating for Water Resistance
- 64GB of Inbuilt Storage
- Fingerprint Sensor and Face Unlock Feature
- Available in Three Colour Variants- Charcoal, Purple, and Sand
The Nokia C22 is expected to cater to the demands of budget smartphone users who want a combination of excellent features and affordable pricing. The smartphone’s AI-backed camera and long battery life are likely to be among the most significant selling points.
