HMD Aura² launched Globally with 6.52-inch LCD screen, Android 14 Go Edition
HMD has launched the HMD Aura², its latest budget 4G smartphone featuring Android 14 (Go Edition) for select markets. It shares a similar design with the HMD Key, which debuted last month but offers slightly upgraded specifications.
The device features a 6.52-inch HD+ 60Hz display and is powered by the Unisoc 9863A Octa-Core SoC, paired with up to 2GB of RAM and an additional 4GB of virtual RAM. It includes 256GB of internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD.
HMD guarantees quarterly security updates for two years, and the 5000mAh battery delivers up to 51 hours of usage on a single charge. In terms of cameras, the phone sports a 13MP autofocus rear camera with LED flash and a 5MP front camera.
HMD Aura² Specifications -
| Display | 6.52 inch (576 x 1280 pixels) HD+ LCD screen, up to 460 nits peak brightness |
| Processor | Octa-core 28nm UNISOC 9863A processor with PowerVR GE8322GPU |
| RAM/Storage | 2GB / 4GB RAM, 256GB storage, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD |
| OS/UI | Android 14 (Go Edition) |
| SIM | Dual SIM |
| Rear Cameras | 8MP autofocus rear camera with LED flash |
| Front Camera | 5MP front camera |
| Features | - Side-mounted fingerprint scanner - 3.5mm audio jack, Bottom-ported speaker, FM Radio |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×8.95mm |
| Weight | 185.4g |
| Connectivity | 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS/AGPS/Galileo |
| Battery/Charger | 5000 mAh battery with 10W charging |
Pricing and Availability -
The HMD Aura² will be available in Shadow Black, Electric Purple, and Icy Blue colour options. It is priced at 169 AUD (approximately USD 106 / Rs. 9,200) and will be available from March 13, 2025, in select markets, including Australia.
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