After releasing the Nokia Lumia-inspired Skyline and Crest, HMD is following up with a new product called Hyper.
Since dropping the Nokia brand on its smartphones, HMD has been steadily introducing new devices, from the Skyline to the Crest. However, they all have something in common: they are all in the entry-level and mid-range segments.
The company is also preparing to launch another fashion phone, the HMD Barbie, based on a collaboration with the Barbie doll brand, as a redesigned version of the Nokia 2660 Flip with a clamshell design.
Now, HMD is continuing this trend with plans to launch a new phone called the HMD Hyper, which will be targeted at the mid-range segment of the Skyline when it hits shelves later this year. An official image and specifications of the HMD Hyper have now been shared on X, suggesting that this launch won't be long in the future.
In terms of design, the HMD Hyper looks a lot like the HMD Skyline, which is to say, it has a strong Nokia Lumia style. On the back, the camera cluster is a bit smaller, but the rest of the elements look a lot like the Skyline.
When it comes to specs, the HMD Hyper is a bit of a step down from the HMD Skyline, at least based on leaked information. The HMD Hyper is said to pack Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip, while the Skyline is equipped with the more powerful Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip.
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In addition, the HMD Hyper is said to have 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD card slot), as well as a large 4,700mAh battery that supports 33W wired charging. The HMD Hyper comes with a triple camera setup on the back, consisting of 50MP, 13MP, and 8MP sensors. There is also a 50MP selfie camera on the front housed in a punch-hole cutout.
Sadly, the leaker doesn't mention the screen size, only saying it's an OLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The source also doesn't mention pricing or release date, but it's sure to be cheaper than the HMD Skyline, which is currently priced at around $500.
HMD has finally launched Skyline, the Finnish company's strongest private-brand smartphone ever.
The HMD Skyline has a design reminiscent of the Nokia N9 and the company calls the product's repair capabilities "Gen 2", allowing users to replace cracked screens or damaged batteries in less than 10 minutes. Skyline has a 6.5-inch OLED screen with Full HD + resolution and refresh rate up to 144 Hz. On the front is a 50 MP camera with autofocus located inside the punch-hole.
HMD Skyline has a bold design reminiscent of Nokia N9, or Nokia Lumia 920.
HMD Skyline has a bold design reminiscent of Nokia N9, or Nokia Lumia 920.
Inside the device is the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip, combined with configuration options of 8 GB or 12 GB RAM and 128 GB or 256 GB internal memory. In addition, the phone also has a microSD card slot to expand up to 512 GB of storage capacity.
The back of the HMD Skyline comes with a triple camera setup, including a 108 MP main camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 13 MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2x 50 MP telephoto camera that provides up to 4x zoom. HMD has applied AI technology with AI Capture Fusion to help maximize details in photos.
The Skyline's back cover can be easily opened by removing a single screw, making it easy to quickly fix a cracked screen, bent charging port, or dead battery using the standard iFixit kit. iFixit will also provide replacement parts so users can easily repair it themselves.
Easy repairability with an iFixit score of 9/10.
Easy repairability with an iFixit score of 9/10.
The phone is equipped with a 4600 mAh battery that supports 33W wired charging and 15W Qi2 magnetic wireless charging. Users are provided with a customizable button on the side for quick access to applications and features on the device.
At release, HMD Skyline comes with Android 14 operating system and receives 2 operating system updates and 3 years of security updates. The product also has a Detox mode that allows users to limit notifications and access to social networks in case things start to get overwhelming.
HMD Skyline will start at 399 pounds (about 13.12 million VND) and does not come with a charger in the box. Users can buy a 33W wall charger from HMD for £30 (986,000 VND) or a 30W dual-port charger for £20 (658,000 VND) on the company's website.
The starting price for the product is 13.12 million VND.
The starting price for the product is 13.12 million VND.
Because it is easy to repair, users can also buy components directly from the manufacturer. The screen costs 95 USD (2.4 million VND), the battery cover is 30 USD (760,000 VND), the battery is 25 USD (633,000 VND) and the charging port is 20 USD (506,000 VND). Users who buy the first product should purchase a repair kit provided by iFixit for 5 USD (127,000 VND).
