Nokia Returns With Two Basic Phones In 2017: Promise To Return With Android Phones In 2017 Not Pushing Through?

Nokia fans have been waiting long and hard for the company's anticipated comeback in 2017 after it has announced recently that they will come back with Android phones. But the excitement was turned into disappointment when the Finland-based company announced on Tuesday that it will release two basic phones early next year.

According to Reuters, HMD Global has announced its two new basic phones, Nokia 150 and Nokia 150 Dual SIM. The phones, according to the report, will cost $26 before taxes and will only be available in selected markets by next year. The phone company may have its legacy on introducing basic phones to its consumers, but the move seemed to be in contrast to the company's recent announcement. Why is Nokia going back to the basic amidst the sea of Android phones?  

The Nokia 150 basic phone has a 2.4-inch display, with the familiar full numeric keypad as part of Nokia's legacy in basic phones. The phone is also expected to have at least 22 hours of battery life which is common to Nokia basic phones, reports Tech Crunch. The Nokia 150 Dual SIM will have the same features, but from the name itself, will have two SIM card slots.

Earlier this month, Nokia has announced that it will be back to the competition in May 2017 with its all new smartphones and tablets which will run on Android operating system. The company will also modify its website to add its new smartphone section which will soon show its brand new android phones.

Nokia fans were disappointed in a way with the announcement of the basic phones since rumors have spread online that the phone company will introduce two Android phones as 2017 starts, based on a previous report in News Everyday.

The Nokia 150 and Nokia 150 Dual SIM will be available in Asia, Europe, India, Middle East and Africa where most of Nokia's market is.