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HMD Skyline is now available in India with a Lumia-like design and Gen2 repairability
17. 09. 2024 Tuesday / By: Robert Denes / Reviews / Exact time: BST / Print this page
HMD Global recently launched the HMD Skyline smartphone in India, which is now available for purchase at Amazon with a 10% discount for INR 35,999 (GBP 325, EUR 386, USD 429) (Original price:39999 INR). First seen in July, the phone brings a unique feature called Gen2 repairability, which allows users to repair their phones at home. With this system, users can open the back of the smartphone by turning a screw, using tools such as a screwdriver and a guitar pick.
The HMD Skyline has a pOLED display that measures 6.5 inches. With FHD+ resolution and 144 Hz refresh rate. A Gorilla Glass 3 is layered on top of the screen.
The HMD Skyline has a thin profile with sharp corners (although the bezels around the screen are rounded) and a rectangular camera island. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. The device also has a custom button for certain tasks, such as launching a game or launching a personal assistant. The smartphone has Gen2 repairability for easy DIY repair.
| Country | Price (Expected) |
| 1. HMD Skyline Price in Canada | 583 CAD |
| 2. HMD Skyline Price in Australia | 636 AUD |
| 3. HMD Skyline Price in Bangladesh | 51 234 BDT |
| 4. HMD Skyline Price in Nigeria | 702 398 NGN |
| 5. HMD Skyline Price in Mexico | 8286 MXN |
| 6. HMD Skyline Price in Russia | 39 228 RUB |
| 7. HMD Skyline Price in UAE | 1576 AED |
| 8. HMD Skyline Price in Hong Kong | 3346 HKD |
| 9. HMD Skyline Price in Brazil | 2365 BRL |
| 10. HMD Skyline Price in Argentina | 412 375 ARS |
| 11. HMD Skyline Price in Switzerland | 362 CHF |
| 12. HMD Skyline Price in Japan | 60 377 JPY |
| 13. HMD Skyline Price in Madagascar | 1 938 564 MGA |
| 14. HMD Skyline Price in Tanzania | 1 170 377 TZS |
| 15. HMD Skyline Price in Hungary | 152 107 HUF |
| 15. HMD Skyline Price in South Korea | 566 682 KRW |
| 17. HMD Skyline Price in Saudi Arabia | 1611 SAR |
| 18. HMD Skyline Price in Colombia | 1 821 664 COP |
| 19. HMD Skyline Price in Paraguay | 3 337 867 PYG |
| 20. HMD Skyline Price in Peru | 1623 PEN |
| 21. HMD Skyline Price in China | 3046 CNY |
The HMD Skyline's triple rear camera setup includes a 108MP main sensor with hybrid OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle unit, and a 50MP telephoto snapper capable of 50mm portraits. There is a 50MP front-facing selfie camera with autofocus and eye tracking. There's also a built-in selfie gesture feature that lets you take simple selfies with gestures.
The HMD Skyline is powered by a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor. It has 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The device is powered by a 4,600mAh battery that supports 33W wired and 15W wireless charging. The phone comes with Android 14 and is confirmed to get 2 OS updates.
Commenting on the launch, Ravi Kunwar, General Manager and Vice President, HMD India and APAC said:
After the introduction of HMD Crest 5G and Crest Max 5G, we are here with HMD Skyline, a smartphone that combines art with practicality. A 108MP hybrid OIS triple rear camera paired with advanced features like Capture Fusion and Night Mode 3.0 make the HMD Skyline a must-have for photography enthusiasts. But we didn't stop there; HMD Skyline's innovative Gen2 repairability with its simple one-screw mechanism ensures that users can easily maintain their device, making it as durable as it is strong. Whether you're creating stunning visuals or enjoying an ultra-smooth 144Hz OLED display powered by the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 chipset, HMD Skyline offers a seamless experience tailored to modern life.
Priced at INR 35,999 (GBP 325, EUR 386, USD 429) in Neon Pink, the HMD Skyline (12GB of RAM and 256GB of expandable storage) is available now on Amazon, retail stores.