Ultra-cheap cell phones running Android have always existedbut there are very few who have a large and consolidated brand behind them. It is common to come across producers whose reputation is dubious, but every now and then some little gem pops up among them.
This is the case of the new HMD Key, a mobile phone with Android 14 that costs just 70 euros. What’s special about it? Beyond its very low price, this is a device supported by the company behind Nokia. We invite you to get to know him better.
All specifications of the HMD key
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Characteristics |
HMD key |
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| Size and weight | 166.4 x 76.9 x 8.95mm. 185.4 grams. |
| Screen | 6.52″HD+ (1280 x 576 pixels) with LCD panel, 60 Hz refresh rate and 460 nit brightness. |
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E with Mali-820 MP1 graphics. |
| RAM | 2GB LPDDR4X (expandable to 4GB with virtualization). |
| Warehousing | 32GB in UFS 2.2 format (expandable with microSD). |
| rear camera | 8MP with AF. Flashing LED. |
| front camera | 5MP. |
| Connectivity and extras | USB C, WiFi 5, Dual SIM 4G LTEGPS, AGPS, Galileo, Bluetooth 4.2, notification LED, 3.5mm audio jack and FM radio. |
| Drums | 4000mAh with standard 10W charging. |
| Operating system | Android 14 Go edition. |
A modest smartphone, but one that performs well for its price
As you might expect, The HMD Key is not a mobile phone that aims to revolutionize the world. Its target is the entry-level range and tighter pockets, so its hardware is really modest compared to higher price ranges. However, It’s a pretty good smartphone for its niche.
Its processor is a Unisoc quad-core 9832Ewhich is accompanied by 2GB of RAM (expandable to 4GB with virtualization) and 32GB of RAM. What about your operating system? Android 14, which arrives in its Go version to better exploit its limited hardware.
Why not opt for Android 15? Simple: because it is still a brand new version that has not yet reached such cheap devices. By the way, this phone has two years of updates safety assured.
The HMD Key has a 4000 mAh battery, a capacity that seems ridiculous with the new market trend. However, the manufacturer assures this Its autonomy reaches up to 77 hours, a very good figure and even enviable.
Its design is simple, with an all-plastic body and a style that doesn’t look bad, but doesn’t stand out either. Get a 6.52″ LDC panel with HD+ resolution and brightness of 460 nits, simple but functional specifications.
And the cameras? one of 8 MP on the back and another 5 MP on the front. They’re certainly nothing to write home about, but they work for basic photos, and you shouldn’t forget the price of this device. Anything else? Yes: it has LTE connectivity, FM radio and don’t forget the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Price and availability of the HMD key
The new HMD Key is sold in blue or black and It is now on sale in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. There is no data yet on its marketing in Spain, but with the prices in the United Kingdom we can get an idea. How much does it cost in English lands? 59 pounds, which is equivalent to approximately 70 euros.
