There’s not a lot you can get in the way of a smartdevice for under $200.

Until now that is.

Nokia are making Android phones for the masses, covering every price point.

STG received their newest low range handset, the Nokia 1.3 to review and although it is a cheapie, it doesn’t cut too many corners.

First surprise for me is that it runs on Android 10, Google’s latest OS. And runs well I’ll add.

Boasting a 5MP front notch camera and 8MP rear the camera modes, as you would expect are simple.

Portrait, Photo and Video (HD). There is also a Google text translate built-in. Zoom comes in at x8.

The images that are produced are that of a mid-range device and bearing in mind the user market that the Nokia 1.3 is tailored for (Mums, Dads, Grandparents, first time smartphone users) the snaps are of a higher enough quality.

Internal storage and system memory is low.

The Nokia 1.3 has 16GB storage, the Android system taking a vast chunk of that leaves you with around 10GB free. 1GB RAM (memory) ensures that all functions of the smartphone work well without any lag – this includes the camera which is super smooth to use. Although being just the 1GB means that this is definitely not the phone to use if you are a multi-tasker.

Small, the 5.7 inch LCD screen is bright and bold but does have a chunky bezel.

Powered by a Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 the main function of this power would be to operate the camera – but given that this is a low range unit, the processor speed is higher than I thought it would be.

Battery surprised me though.

Inside the matte casing of the Nokia 1.3 is a 3,000 mAh quick charge battery. Being the lower spec and also that the handset is pure Google without bloatware or a heavily overlaid proprietary operating system the life span of the Nokia 1.3 comes second to none in low range smartphones.

Expect two to three days use without the need of a charge up (from full charge) for usual every day use.

When the battery does eventually die, around 30 to 40 minutes will see you up and running again at full steam.

The Nokia 1.3 features a dedicated Google Assistant tactile button to the left of the device, volume and power buttons to the right.

A 3.5mm headset socket is at the top.

In a way the Nokia 1.3 reminded me of the earlier days of Android phones. When we were amazed that the operating memory (RAM) made it in to the the Gig-a-sphere. When 16GB digital storage seemed like a lot.

Nowadays we are just spoiled.

The Nokia 1.3 is the device to get if you’re adopting a smartphone for the first time, or for those that like or need to have a phone but aren’t fussed with all of the extra fancy bits. It’s also an excellent device to take travelling. Small, doesn’t cost a lot and does what it says on the box and fairly rugged, but is not dust or waterproof.

With the Nokia 1.3, Nokia have placed the potential for anyone to wield a smartphone no matter the age or experience. It’s got the smarts without the cost.

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HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announced that the Nokia 1.3, delivering modern technology and the brand-new Android 10 (Go edition) OS, will be available to Kiwis on Friday 8th of May 2020.

Among the first smartphones with Camera Go, as well as low-light AI image fusion technology, Gallery Go and a vibrant HD+ edge-to-edge screen, the Nokia 1.3 lets you truly see it all whether you’re indoors or in the bright outdoors.

One of the first to launch with Android 10 (Go edition),the Nokia 1.3 has more speed, more security and millions of apps.Plus,stay up to date and benefit from an experience that just keeps getting better with a device that will be ready for Android 11 (Go edition).

Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global:“The Nokia 1 was an important step for us in offering an accessible Android experience to more New Zealanders. Today,we’re taking that entry level experience even further. Our close partnership with the team at Google not only allowed us to launch one of the first smartphones running Android 10 (Go edition), but it also allowed us to be among the first to debut the all new Camera Go app. We’ve combined this with our signature AI-powered low-light image fusion technology to give people the opportunity to capture even more images without worrying about running out of storage.”

“Our goal was to build on what an affordable smartphone can deliver, without compromising on modern tech essentials. That’s why we’ve included a large HD+ display, with improved brightness, while remaining true to our Finnish roots, combining performance and function with our classic Nordic design for our latest accessible smartphone.” Modern technology at an affordable price Go bigger, brighter and bolder with a beautiful 5.71” HD+ edge-to-edge screen and a notch design.

The Nokia 1.3 delivers a visual experience that’s also great in brighter sunlight with 400 nits brightness. Plus, take beautiful photos, even in darker conditions with the Nokia 1.3’s AI-powered low light image fusion technology. In addition to a rear 8MP auto focus camera with LED Flash,Nokia 1.3 comes with a 5MP front-facing camera and brightness boost, so you can take your selfies to the next level too.The Nokia 1.3 is among the first smartphones to feature Camera Go.

Camera Go is made by Google, to be fast, and take beautiful photos –while making sure you don’t have to worry about storage. It brings features like Portrait Mode to entry-level smartphones, giving your photos a professional look by focusing on your subject. Most importantly, Camera Go tracks how much photo and video storage space you have left, and then helps you clear up space, so you never miss a shot.

This smartphone elegantly balances performance with a battery that’s built to last. The Nokia 1.3 has the speed you need thanks to the optimised Qualcomm 215 Mobile Platform and all-day battery life courtesy of its 3000mAh battery.

Efficient artificial intelligence meets classic Nordic design The Nokia 1.3 puts efficiency front and centre.

Fans can use visual search to read aloud and translate text with Lens in Google Go by simply pointing and scanning the text they don’t understand,and it will be read aloud or translated from a different language. The Nokia 1.3 is one of the first smartphones to have Gallery Go integrated with Camera Go, helping make your photos more shareable.Save time finding the right picture even when offline;Gallery Go automatically organises your photos so you can easily find your favourite photos, plus benefit from one-tap editing features.

The Nokia 1.3 is also the first Nokia 1 to feature a button dedicated to the Google Assistant. New Zealanders can ask questions, see their schedule and even dim the lights by pressing a button that learns and adapts with every use. Efficiency shouldn’t mean compromising your data.

With the Nokia 1.3 people can get more out of their monthly data plans with powerful data saving features allowing you to choose which apps use your data and when. The Nokia 1.3 doesn’t compromise on style either. Function meets design with the Nokia 1.3 featuring all the hallmarks of Nordic design, from its sleek glass front, and elegant 3D nano-patterned back and durable casing, to a beautiful yet solid finish that’s available in a stunning Charcoal colour.

One of the first smartphones to launch with Android 10 (Go edition), the Nokia 1.3 benefits from more speed, more security and millions of apps. Receive an even quicker user experience with apps on Android 10 (Go edition)now launching 10 percent faster than they did on Android 9 (Go edition). Android 10 (Go edition) also includes a new form of encryption that delivers the same level of data security as any Android device, without compromising performance. With smaller app sizes, more storage space, and more control over how your content is stored, Android 10 (Go edition) helps you save space whenever it’s needed. Plus, stay up-to-date with a device that will be ready for Android 11 (Go edition).

The Nokia1.3 will receive guaranteed monthly security updates for three years and OS updates for two years as part of our promise to deliver an experience that just keeps getting better for our fans.

The Nokia 1.3 in Charcoal will be available online from leading retailers including Spark, Skinny, Harvey Norman, Noel Leeming, The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery and JB Hi-Fi for NZD$169 RRP from Friday 8th, May 2020 and in store once retail outlets re-open.

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HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, has announced three new Nokia smartphones, a new member of the Originals family and its brand-new hassle-free data roaming service.

The Nokia 8.3 5G is the first 5G Nokia smartphone added to the portfolio, and is joined by the brand-new Nokia 5.3 and Nokia 1.3, as well as the latest addition to the Originals family, the Nokia 5310. Sticking with firsts, HMD Global also enters a brand-new service category with HMD Connect global data roaming, its innovative and hassle-free service that keeps you connected to the things that matter most.

Alongside the four new devices and brand-new roaming service, HMD Global grows its footprint announcing expansion into Brazil this year. Also, to celebrate the phone partnership with the 25th Bond movie, in cinemas in November, fans can now get their hands on an exclusive 007 branded special edition Kevlar Case for the Nokia 6.2 and Nokia 7.2.

Florian Seiche, Chief Executive Officer, HMD Global: “I am incredibly proud of the innovations we have introduced today that build on our unique commitment to ensuring the Nokia smartphone experience will only get better over time. Today we are kicking off a new chapter for HMD Global as we step into 5G with a truly global, future-proof smartphone. Combined with the launch of HMD Connect, we are creating a truly seamless experience in terms of connectivity.”

Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global: “We take great pride in working with our partners to deliver unique devices. That’s why we’re excited to announce a number of firsts with this launch. With the help of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G Modular Platform, we’ve created a truly global 5G Nokia smartphone that’s designed with cost, usability and future-proofing in mind. Not only does the Qualcomm 5G solution enable to us condense more than 40 different radio frequency (RF) components in a single module, the Nokia 8.3 5G also features the highest number of 5G New Radio bands from 600hmz all the way up to 3.8GHz – meaning it is a truly global and future-proof device.

“Together with Google we’ve managed to introduce an impressively accessible Android (Go edition) device with the Nokia 1.3 – one of the first smartphones to launch with Camera Go and running Android 10 (Go edition). The new Nokia 5.3 takes powerful features like the quad camera and Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 Mobile Platform and puts these at the fingertips of an even wider pool of fans. And we couldn’t ignore our wildly popular Originals family. That’s why we’re bringing back the Nokia 5310 – so you never miss a beat.”

Nokia 8.3 5G

A truly global, future-proof 5G Nokia smartphone, the Nokia 8.3 5G is designed to support multiple and evolving 5G network deployments, with support for both standalone and non-standalone 5G combinations, which operators are rolling out around the globe. Being the first smartphone to use the Qualcomm 5G RF Front end module solution, as part of its Qualcomm Modular Platform, the Nokia 8.3 5G condenses more than 40 different RF components into a single module, making it not only a global device but also a future-proof smartphone which is ready for the next step in 5G.

The Nokia 8.3 5G also comes with a powerful PureView quad camera with ZEISS optics, letting you capture it all. Debuting ZEISS Cinema capture and editor and bringing extraordinary low-light video recording with OZO audio, the Nokia 8.3 5G is the ideal smartphone for those who want to create without limits. The Nokia 8.3 5G will be ready for what’s next, being perfectly optimised for 5G – ensuring more people can enjoy the fast, reliable connectivity for streaming and gaming wherever they go. Inspired by Finnish roots, the Nokia 8.3 5G comes in Polar Night – a colour that takes inspiration straight from the arctic sky.

Nokia 1.3

Cristiano Amon, President, Qualcomm: “We are proud to support HMD Global in announcing their new 5G device – one of the first commercially announced devices to be based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G Modular Platform. We developed this platform to help bring 5G experiences to everyone and give time to market advantages to our customers – it is a highly integrated solution based on the world’s first-announced mobile platform with integrated 5G, coupled with an advanced RF module to create a truly global 5G solution. Using this modular approach, Nokia 5G devices will be the perfect blend of sleek design and performance. Looking ahead, the possibilities with 5G are truly limitless, and we’re excited for what Qualcomm and HMD Global will accomplish together in the 5G era.”

Featuring a number of Nokia smartphone firsts for phenomenal value, the Nokia 5.3 comes with a quad camera, the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 Mobile Platform and the signature two-day battery life.

The AI-powered quad-camera helps capture the perfect shot no matter where you are, even in dim light, thanks to Night Mode. Wide-angle and macro lenses help you capture close-ups, or wide, scenic shots.

Nokia 1.3

And with its large 6.55” screen, the Nokia 5.3 helps make the most out of streaming your favourite shows and playing games all day long. The Nokia 5.3 has a durable yet stunning, Nordic-inspired design, comes with Android 10 and gives fans faster access to Google Assistant via the dedicated button.

The Nokia 1.3 delivers modern technology and the brand-new Android 10 (Go edition) OS, at a more accessible price point than ever before. Being among the first smartphones launching with Camera Go, as well as low-light AI image fusion technology, Gallery Go and a bright HD+ edge-to-edge screen, the Nokia 1.3 lets you truly see it all whether you’re indoors or in the bright outdoors. One of the first phones to launch with Android 10 (Go edition), the Nokia 1.3 benefits from more speed, more security and millions of apps to get your day going. Plus, you will stay up to date and benefit from an experience that just keeps getting better with a device that will be ready for Android 11 (Go edition).

Reimagining the original Nokia 5310 Xpress Music, the Nokia 5310 brings with it an MP3 player and FM radio, combined with powerful, dual front-facing speakers letting you carry your favourite tunes with you on the go. The Nokia 5310 remixes classic design with a slick new feel and battery that’s built to last, keeping you connected day after day.

Nokia 5310

HMD Global enters a new service category with the launch of its HMD Connect global data roaming service, enabling people around the world to benefit from a hassle-free data SIM when travelling and staying in full control of their data plans. The HMD Connect global data roaming keeps you connected in an easier way to the things that matter to you the most, paying only for what you need. Signing up via the app, fans will receive a SIM card to their home address and will have effortless control over their data plan. HMD Connect will launch in BETA through an official URL, bringing hassle-free, secure and affordable roaming across the world.

The HMD Connect global data roaming service currently works in over 120 countries across the globe, and, together with partner Greenwave Systems and local operators, HMD Global is working to expand the coverage to even more networks and countries in the future.

Martin Manniche, Founder and CEO, Greenwave Systems: “Our shared vision with HMD Global enables intelligent, affordable cellular connectivity everywhere in the world. Our AXON GlobalNet Platform offers a secure and affordable connection to subscribers around the world. We are excited for the future working with the HMD Global team and look forward to innovating more new services in the future.”

Nokia Kevlar 007 Case

The global campaign entitled ‘The Only Gadget You Will Ever Need’, launching closer to the November 2020 release of the movie, features the new 00 agent, Nomi, played by Lashana Lynch. It will scale across 80 countries, running across cinema, digital, social, OOH and retail.

Every Nokia phone is built on the foundation of trust, security and iconic, quality design in mind that is combined with the goal of making the latest technology accessible to everyone. With a proven track record of delivering on a pure, secure and up-to-date Android commitment, a Nokia smartphone truly gets better over time and is the only gadget you’ll ever need – whether you’re a new 00 agent, or a fan.

The Nokia 1.3 and Kevlar cases will be coming soon to Australia and New Zealand.

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