The first hybrid phone, the HMD Touch 4G, launched in India for just ₹3,999.
HMD launched its first hybrid phone, the HMD Touch 4G, in India. It offers a hybrid of a feature phone and a smartphone. This means it doesn’t have a keypad and offers a bulky smartphone experience, yet it meets customer needs and the essential features of the digital age. It supports cloud phone services, video calls, and voice messaging via the Express Chat app. It also boasts modern features like Wi-Fi and a touchscreen. Designed in a compact, pocket-friendly package, it makes it a great choice for users of all ages. Let’s explore the price and specifications in detail.
The HMD Touch 4G’s display features a 3.2-inch QVGA touchscreen protected by a 2.5D cover glass. Its touch-responsive screen and smooth scrolling make it user-friendly. The phone’s Cloud Phone service and Express Chat app features can be easily accessed.
The Cloud Phone service provides users with easy access to cricket scores, news, weather updates, videos, and other entertainment content. The Express Chat app allows users to make video calls, send voice messages, and engage in private or group chats using text, photos, and emojis. The app is also available for free download on Android and iOS devices, making connectivity easier for HMD Touch 4G and smartphone users.
The phone’s design combines smartphone-like features with a compact feature phone look. Its dimensions are 102.3 mm high, 61.85 mm wide, and 10.85 mm deep, while its weight is only 100 grams. The phone also features a Quick-Call button, allowing you to make emergency calls or record voice messages.
The HMD Touch 4G features a 2MP rear camera with LED flash and a 0.3MP front camera. It offers a basic experience. The phone is powered by the Unisoc T127 SoC. It offers 64MB of RAM and 128MB of internal storage. The device’s storage is expandable up to 32GB via a microSD card. The battery is 1950mAh, which is expected to provide approximately 30 hours of battery life. A USB Type-C port is available for charging.
In terms of connectivity, the HMD Touch 4G offers Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi hotspot, a 3.5mm headphone jack, GPS, Beidou, and dual nano-SIM card support. It also comes with an IP52 rating, making it somewhat resistant to water and dust. It also features an FM radio, a single microphone, and a speaker.
The HMD Touch 4G was launched in Cyan and Dark Blue color variants. It is priced at just ₹3,999 and is available for purchase from HMD’s official website.
