The Nokia 1.3 is the third smartphone that was unveiled by HMD a few weeks ago. It’s a budget device and it really makes history as it becomes the first Android Go phone to features camera Go.
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This is an app you won’t find on any other Android Go phones. The body looks nice and attractive and it packs a waterdrop notch as a compliment to the screen.
Nokia 1.3 Key Specs & Features
- 5.71 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~295 ppi)
- Android 10.0 (Go edition), Android One
- Quad-core Qualcomm QM215 (28 nm)
- 1 GB RAM
- 16GB Built-in Storage up to 128GB Memory Card
- 8 MP Rear Camera
- 5 MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE Network
- Removable Li-Po 3000 mAh Battery
Design and Display
The Nokia 1.3 comes with a sleek body design similar to the Nokia 2.3. The panel has 3D nano-textured polycarbonate, while the front is surrounded with glass. It’s available in three stunning colors such as Cyan, Sand, and Charcoal.
The overall body measures 147.3 x 71.2 x 9.4 mm in dimensions and it weighs 155 grams. On the front, it comes with a waterdrop notch and a visible bezel which is not bad considering the price tag.
The smartphone has a display size of 5.71 inches with an IPS LCD display panel. There is a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, a 19:9 ratio and 295 PPI density for clear visuals. It also has a 400 nits typ. brightness which will surely improve it’s brightness.
Camera
The camera set-up on the Nokia 1.3 includes an 8MP sensor with low-light enhancement while the front camera is a 5 MP shooter. You will also be getting a new app camera app called Camera Go. This is an Android Go version of the camera app found in Pixel phones.
Hardware and Software
The Nokia 1.3 has a mid-range Qualcomm QM215 chipset that based on 28nm process technology and a Quad-core processor clocking at a speed of 1.3 GHz.
It also comes with Adreno 308 GPU for graphics and it runs on Android 10 based on Go Edition with Android One. The onboard storage on the phone is 16GB with 1GB RAM which is expandable via micro SD card.
Battery and Network
The Nokia 1.3 has a removable battery of 3000 mAh without fast charging technology. However, the battery is said to last more than a day on a single charge. The juicer charges via a MicroUSB port and ships with a 5W adapter.
It has a 4G LTE network with a dedicated Google Assistant button and other regulars such as audio jack, FM radio, Bluetooth 4.2, and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi.
Nokia 1.3 Price and Availability
The Nokia 1.3 will sell at a price of $110. In Nigeria, the handset is expected to cost around 42,000 Naira, while in Ghana, it will sell around 650 Ghs and 11,650 Ksh in Kenya.
Nokia 1.3 Specs
Here are a few specs of the Nokia 1.3:
General Features
- Platform: Android 10.0 (Go edition), Android One
- Processor: Qualcomm QM215 (28 nm), Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
- GPU: Adreno 308
- Memory: 1GB RAM
- Colours: Cyan, Charcoal, Sand
- Dimension: 147.3 x 71.2 x 9.4 mm
- Weight: 155 g
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM or Nano-SIM, dual stand-by
- SIM Count: Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Display
- Display: 5.71 inches IPS LCD Display, 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~295 ppi)
- Screen Protection: Yes
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 8 MP, 720p@30fps
- Rear Camera Features: LED flash, HDR
- Front Camera: 5 MP, 720p@30fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 16GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
- Bundled Cloud Storage: Yes
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes, GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
- 2G CDMA 1X: Yes
- 3G WCDMA: Yes, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 – Global
- 3G CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes, LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 28(700) – Global
- 5G: No
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
- WLAN: Yes
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
- NFC: No
- Infra Blaster: No
- USB Port: Yes, microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: Yes
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: No
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- SpO2: No
- Pedometer: No
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: No
- Iris Scanner: No
- Face Unlock: –
- Stylus Pen: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: Yes
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: Yes
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: No
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: Yes
Battery
- Battery: Removable Li-Po 3000 mAh battery
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: No
