Yesterday, HMD introduced the Barbie cellphone – a custom-made variant of the Nokia 2660 Flip with vibrant pink design and a brand new theme. We already knew the worldwide model that’s already on sale runs a unique OS in comparison with the US, which is coming in October, however it turns on the market are extra modifications in there.
The modifications embody extra RAM and storage, higher digital camera, a home chipset and even Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) connectivity.
The US model of HMD Barbie comes with Qualcomm 215 chip operating KaiOS 3.1 on high, as an alternative of the Shanghai-made Unisoc chip with the fundamental S30+ working system. It would function 512 MB RAM and 4 GB storage, a major improve over the 64/128 MB on the worldwide model. Each have the identical microSD assist although – 32 GB.
One other main change is the digital camera on the quilt – the US model has a 5 MP sensor, as an alternative of a primary VGA one. Battery capability is similar, and the general screens and footprint are additionally the identical. This implies HMD dressed the Nokia 2780 Flip in Barbie colours, as an alternative of going for the 2660.
Connectivity choices are additionally barely totally different as a result of chipset change. The US model has Bluetooth 4.2, as an alternative of Bluetooth 5.0, however it has Wi-Fi assist and GPS/AGPS – each missing on the worldwide variant. There may be additionally slight distinction in mobile bands.
The US model additionally has a tiny dangle holder on the flip bar, however each telephones include further covers, lanyard, attachable charms within the retail field. Additionally, People are getting a USB-C charger within the field, which is absent from the World model, however some markets would possibly nonetheless get an adapter.
HMD Barbie prices £99 in the UK and €129 in Continental Europe. The American model prices $129, which is cheaper than the opposite variations. Prospects in america can begin putting pre-orders on September 23, and the product will formally launch on October 1.
