HMD Global has launched the HMD Aura², a successor to the Aura launched in Q2 last year. While this phone doesn’t pack impressive specifications (which we’ll explore shortly), it is made to last, which makes sense for many users.
You’ll be able to repair the phone yourself (like replacing a broken screen without having to buy a new one) with parts from iFixit.
HMD Aura² specs and features:
The phone is powered by the UNISOC SC9863A, which is paired with 4GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. HMD is using Android 14 (Go edition), which is designed to ensure a smooth and efficient user experience on low-end smartphones. So, while the core specs are not impressive, the lightweight software suggests it will be able to handle basic smartphone tasks like video streaming just fine.
Speaking of streaming, it comes with a 6.52″ HD (576 x 1280) display, which supports a standard 60Hz refresh rate. The display reaches 460 nits peak brightness, which means you’ll be able to use the phone in direct sunlight. The refresh rate could have been at least 90Hz for smoother scrolling. But the stock UI means no heavier animations, which often makes things worse in entry-level hardware.
One of the standout features of this phone is its 3.5mm headphone jack, which makes sense because otherwise, you’d have to invest in expensive Bluetooth earphones or leave without one. As for the cameras, it keeps things simple with a 13MP shooter on the back and a 5MP one on the front. Notably, the image samples shared by the company look impressive considering the price range and hardware.
Pricing:
The HMD Aura² comes in two different color options—Shadow Black and Electric Purple—and is priced at 169 Australian dollars (~$106 or Rs 9,225). It will go on sale on March 13.
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