[Update] April 7

Along with Nokia 2.3, Nokia is also updating the Nokia 8.1 a.k.a Nokia X7. As spotted a few months back, the first wave of the update brings Android 11 to 9 different countries including India.

They are Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Macau, Nepal, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam.

Original story as follows…

Nokia shared its own Android 11 update roadmap back in October. Accordingly, the Nokia 2.3 was supposed to get it in Q1 2021. However, only after a week into Q2, the company has started the Android 11 rollout for Nokia 2.3.

In a Twitter post, the company says that it has finally started rolling out the Android 11 update for Nokia 2.3. On checking inside the Nokia community, we find that the company has detailed the rollout schedule of the update.

Accordingly, the post says that to ensure a smooth rollout, the company has split the update into waves. The first wave of updates will hit the 18 countries as below:

• Bangladesh
• Cambodia
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• Hong Kong
• Iceland
• Latvia
• Laos
• Lithuania
• Macau
• Malaysia
• Nepal
• Norway
• Philippines
• Sri Lanka
• Sweden
• Vietnam

Here, the 10% of the countries above will get it immediately while the rollout will 50% and 100% of the markets by April 10 and April 12 respectively. So, if you are anyone living in the countries above, you can check for the OTA update in your settings and you should get it by April 12.

Nokia 2.3 launched towards the fag end of 2019 in Egypt and later, came to countries like India. Speaking of which, it is interesting to note that India isn’t on the list of countries that are getting the Android 11 update in the first wave.

Anyway, it’s good that Nokia is bringing the second major Android upgrade as promised, for the Nokia 2.3. The device launched with Android 9 Pie out of the box and it has got the latest Android 11 with this update.

If you want to know the features of the Android 11, you can read over coverage on the same.

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It has been more than six months since the Android 10 stable update was released. However, there are still several eligible phones that are yet to get updated. HMD Global is one such manufacturer with a large portfolio of devices that are eligible to get updated to Android 10. The manufacturer originally released a schedule for the update back in August 2019. It has now followed it up with a new one today that changes the timeframe for some devices and adds new ones to the list.

The new schedule shows the devices that have already been updated such as the Nokia 7.1, Nokia 8.1, Nokia 9 PureView, Nokia 6.1, Nokia 6.1 Plus, and Nokia 7 Plus.

The changes begin with the devices scheduled to get updated in the first quarter of 2020. The old schedule (below) stated that the Nokia 2.2, Nokia 3.1 Plus, Nokia 3.2, and Nokia 4.2 will get the update in Q1 2020 but the new schedule shows only the Nokia 2.2 will be updated this quarter. Moreover, the update has been moved to the end of the quarter, so expect it to arrive later this month.

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While that is definitely sad news for a lot of people, HMD Global will be making it up to them between the end of the first quarter and the beginning of the second quarter. The manufacturer plans to update a total of seven devices within that period. These phones include the Nokia 3.2, Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.1 Plus and the Nokia 8 Sirocco. The list also includes the Nokia 2.3, Nokia 7.2, and Nokia 6.2 which were not on the first schedule.

The Nokia 5.1 Plus and the Nokia 1 Plus which were originally scheduled for a Q1 update will now be updated in early Q2 2020. The last set of devices to be updated are the Nokia 2.1, Nokia 3.1, Nokia 5.1 and Nokia 1 and they will be updated in the middle of the second quarter of the year.

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HMD Global launched the Nokia 2.3 smartphone earlier this month, and the device has finally arrived in India. Nokia announced the Nokia 2.3 along with a 1-year replacement guarantee that covers hardware defects, along with a 6-month warranty on the accessories that come bundled with the device.

Nokia 2.3 Specifications and Features

The Nokia 2.3 features a 6.2-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels, an aspect ratio of 19:9, and a waterdrop notch. The smartphone draws power from a quad-core MediaTek Helio A22 SoC with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of native storage expandable up to 400GB with a microSD card. Camera specifications include a 13-megapixel primary camera with an aperture rating of f/2.2 along with a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The smartphone features a 5-megapixel camera on the front with an aperture rating of f/2.4.

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The Nokia 2.3 draws power from a 4,000 mAh battery. The company provides a 5W charger with the device. The smartphone sports a polymer body with 3D nano texture for additional grip. The device flaunts a dedicated Google Assistant key on the side. Connectivity options include 4G LTE, Bluetooth v5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, micro-USB v2.0, GPS, A-GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Nokia 2.3 Price and Availability

The Nokia 2.3 is priced at Rs. 8,199 (~$116) in India. The device will be available at the Nokia e-store, Reliance, Croma, Poorvika, Sangeetha, MyG, and Big C outlets apart from authorized retailer stores. The smartphone is available in three hues, namely Cyan Green, Sand, and Charcoal. 

New and existing Jio customers can get benefits worth Rs. 7,200 (~$101) with recharge plans worth Rs. 249 (~$4) and Rs. 349 (~$5). The benefits include Rs. 2,200 (~$31) cashback from Jio, vouchers worth Rs. 3,000 (~$42) from Cleartrip, and discounts worth Rs. 2,000 (~$28) from Zoomcar. Customers who buy the Nokia 2.3 before March 31, 2020, can get a replacement smartphone from a Nokia Mobility Store if their existing device experiences hardware failure. Nokia also promises to replace faulty accessories and solve software glitches for free within 6-months from the date of purchase.

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A few days ago HMD Global released the Nokia 2.3, a unique smartphone since it is the only last-generation entry-level device to run Android One. In a period in which Android One is not being so hot, HMD Global keeps releasing Android One devices in every segment. But are Android One and the specifications of this phone enough to prefer it to the competition? In order to let you know, we decided to compare it with the handsets we consider the best entry-level smartphones out there: Redmi 8A and Realme C2 2020.

Xiaomi Redmi 8A vs Oppo Realme C2 2020 vs Nokia 2.3

Design

Xiaomi Redmi 8A adopts a new design scheme which is very interesting for an entry-level smartphone. Further, the Redmi 8A is a splash resistant device, unlike Realme C2 2020 and Nokia 2.3. That is the reason why I personally prefer it to its rivals when it comes to build quality. Unfortunately, none of these devices has a fingerprint reader, so you have to rely on less safe authentication methods. In each case, you get a cheap plastic body, but we would be surprised if it was the opposite, given that we are talking about very affordable smartphones.

Display

Each of the displays found on these devices is a classic IPS panel with a below-average 720p resolution, so you will not get a higher level of detail, neither a great color reproduction. But they are sufficient panel you should not worry about, at least in their price range. The image quality, brightness, and viewing angles are similar, while Realme C2 2020 has a slightly smaller display with its 6.1-inch diagonal, so it is easier to use with a single hand but it is less suitable for advanced users.

Specs & Software

Redmi 8A has the most powerful and reliable processor: the octa-core Snapdragon 439 running at a max frequency of 1.95 GHz. It is more performing and it sports a better GPU, and the phone even comes with more RAM than its opponents in its most expensive configuration. Realme C2 takes the second place with its Helio P22 SoC. Nokia 2.3 is the lower-end one with an Helio A22 chipset, but it is the only with Android One and it is supposed to get updated faster and more constantly (despite Google is not supporting Android One as expected in the latest period).

Camera

Both Realme C2 and Nokia 2.3 are equipped with a dual camera setup on the back, while Redmi 8A is the only with a single camera. So Redmi 8A lacks a secondary depth sensor, but it has a better primary camera with a brighter aperture. That is why despite it comes with just a single camera, I prefer the Redmi 8A. Even its front camera wins the comparison with its higher resolution and better sensor. Realme C2 2020 has a similar camera setup to the Nokia 2.3, so the most important role will be played by software optimization. The biggest difference is the front camera, better on the Realme C2 2020.

Battery

Once again, Redmi 8A takes the gold medal. With a capacity of 5000 mAh, it packs a much bigger battery than Realme C2 2020 and Nokia 2.3. Its two rivals come with the same battery capacity, so they will most likely offer a similar battery life. However, we still did not test the Nokia 2.3, so we are only basing on the specs on the paper.

Price

You can currently get a unit of the Redmi 8A for less than €110/$123, Realme C2 2020 costs just €100/$112, and Nokia 2.3 starts from €110/$123. There is definitely no challenge, Redmi 8A represents a better option because it has a pretty nice camera, a splash resistant body, a better hardware department and even a way bigger battery. Realme C2 2020 and Nokia 2.3 are more or less at the same level: you should go for the former if you prefer higher performance and for the latter, if you prefer having Android One and a slightly bigger display.

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Xiaomi Redmi 8A vs Oppo Realme C2 2020 vs Nokia 2.3: PROs and CONS

Oppo Realme C2 2020

PROs

• Compact dimensions
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Big battery
• Depth sensor

CONS

• No fingerprint reader

Nokia 2.3

PROs

• Android One
• Depth sensor
• Big battery

CONS

• Lower-end chipset

Xiaomi Redmi 8A

PROs

• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Huge battery
• Good main camera
• Splash resistant
• Fast charging

CONS

• No depth sensor

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The Nokia 2.3 Android One was recently made official in Europe. The smartphone will be soon heading to India as it is now official listing of the Nokia India website. Moreover, the company has also started teasing on the India launch of the Nokia 2.3 through tweets.

Aapke khoobsurat moments ko yaadgaar banane ki guarantee humaari. Aa raha hai #BadeKaamKaPhone. Stay tuned. pic.twitter.com/Iqpv32xTR4

— Nokia Mobile India (@NokiamobileIN) December 12, 2019

The new tweets from Nokia Mobile India hints the India launch of the Nokia 2.3. The tweets carry #BadeKaamKaPhone hashtags and reveals that the smartphone will able to shoot memorable shots. Also, the deliver will offer an impressive battery life. With official listing on Nokia India website, it appears that the Nokia 2.3 Android One phone will go official in India in the next few days.

Chahe din ho ya raat, aapke uninterrupted baaton ki guarantee hamaari. Aa raha hai #BadeKaamKaPhone. Stay tuned. pic.twitter.com/XprA7OTT1Z

— Nokia Mobile India (@NokiamobileIN) December 11, 2019

The Nokia 2.3 listing had appeared on Nokia India website soon after its European launch. The listing had carried a placeholder pricing of Rs. 5,999 (~$89) which was later moved.

Nokia 2.3 Specifications and Features

The Nokia 2.3 has a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display that supports HD+ resolution and an aspect ratio of 19:9. The Helio A22 SoC that fueled the predecessor Nokia 2.2 phone is present at the helm of the Nokia 2.3. The SoC is assisted by 2 GB of RAM. The modest comes with 32 GB of native storage and there is a dedicated microSD card slot for expanding its storage.

The Nokia 2.3 is preloaded with Android One edition of the latest Android 10 OS. For snapping selfies, the handset features a front camera of 5-megapixel. The rear side of the phone has an LED flash enabled dual camera system that has a 13-megapixel main lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. There is a “Recommended Photo” AI imaging feature on the device. It intelligently captures 15 shots before and after tapping on the shutter down and then it suggests the best image.

The Nokia 2.3 is fitted with a 4,000mAh battery promises to last for up two days. The smartphone lacks support for fingerprint reader but comes with face unlock feature instead. Cyan Green, Sand and Charcoal are the three color variants of the smartphone.

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HMD Global jas just announced a new smartphone today in Egypt. While most folks were anticipating the launch of the Nokia 8.2, the event was actually for the launch of the Nokia 2.3. HMD Global’s new phone is an entry-level device with a beautiful design and a battery life that should last up to 2 days.

Nokia 2.3 Design

The Nokia 2.3 might as well be one of the best-designed entry-level smartphones released this year. While it has a waterdrop notch like a lot of phones released this year, it is actually the back that scores points for beauty.

The back is a polymer shell with a 3D nano-textured design that looks really good, and we bet, even feels better when held. HMD Global rounds off the design with a diecast metal chassis for the frame.

The phone comes in Cyan Green, Cyan, and Charcoal. While you won’t go wrong with any of the color variants you choose, we are particularly fond of the Cyan Green.

Like other Nokia phones released recently such as the Nokia 4.2, the Nokia 2.3 has a dedicated Google Assistant Button.

Nokia 2.3 Specifications

The Nokia 2.3 has a 6.2-inch in-cell display with an HD+ resolution, a waterdrop notch, and a 19:9 aspect ratio.

There is an Helio A22 quad-core processor inside the phone along with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. A MicroSD card slot allows for up to an additional 512GB of storage.

The Nokia 2.3 has dual rear cameras – a 13MP f/2.2 camera and a 2MP depth-sensing camera. There is a Night Mode and a feature called Recommended Shot that takes 15 photos before and 15 photos after you press the shutter button and presents you with the best. It is able to do this using AI.

There is a 5MP f/2.4 camera and it supports Face Unlock. The phone packs a 4000mAh battery but supports only 5V 1A charging via a MicroUSB port. It also has an audio jack, Bluetooth 5.0, and an FM radio.

HMD Global says the phone is ready for Android 10 and beyond and promises 2 years of software upgrades and 3 years of security updates. It actually ships with Android 9 Pie.

The Nokia 2.3 weighs 183 grams ad measures 157.69 x 75.41 x 8.68 millimeters.

Price and Availability

The phone is priced at €109 and will be available for purchase right away. Buyers will be able to choose between a Single SIM and a Dual SIM model.

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HMD Global has announced it has an event on December 5 for the unveiling of a new member of the Nokia family. There are speculations that the launch is for the Nokia 8.2 based on the fact that the Nokia 8.1 launched on December 5 last year. However, there is another Nokia device that has been popping up in the news and that is the budget Nokia 2.3.

Info about the phone first leaked at the beginning of the month. The leak was from the database of a distributor and it revealed the phone’s name, model number, and the three color variants it will be available in. Today, a new leak reveals the price of the phone in Chile.

First reported by NokiaPowerUser, a screenshot from an unknown Chilean store shows the listing of the Charcoal variant of the phone with a price tag of CLP($) 97,378 which converts to about $119. That is cheaper than the US$139 launch price of the Nokia 2.2 in the US.

The listing is for the Charcoal variant but there is no picture of the phone, so we have no idea what it looks like.

The Nokia 2.3 is expected to come with an HD display not less than 6.1-inches and a battery capacity of 3920mAh. It is also expected to have Bluetooth 5.0.

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The Nokia 2.2 was announced in June 2019 as an entry-level smartphone. it launched with an Helio A22 quad-core processor and a 5.71-inch HD+ screen with a waterdrop notch. Now, it seems HMD Global is ready to launch a successor that will arrive as the Nokia 2.3.

According to a post by NokiaPowerUser, a leak from a distributor’s database has revealed that the Nokia 2.3 is coming. The distributor’s database was also the source of a Nokia 7.2 leak prior to its release, which lends credibility to this new leak.

The database entries reveal the Nokia 2.3’s model number is TA-1206 and has dual SIM support. It also mentions the phone will come in Sand, Cyan Green, and Charcoal color variants.

While the leak does state the Nokia 2.3’s model number as TA-1206, this is not the first time it has shown up online. A device with the same model number recently passed through the FCC but it was earlier thought to be the Nokia 5.2.

The specs of the Nokia 2.3 are still unknown but there are speculations the upgrades may not be too significant seeing as it is arriving not so long after the Nokia 2.2. The Nokia 2.2 arrived with a larger display than the Nokia 2.1. It swapped the 28nm Snapdragon 425 for MediaTek’s 12nm Helio A22 and also got RAM and storage boost (2+16GB and 3+32GB). HMD Global also upgraded the rear camera from 8MP to 13MP but cut the battery capacity from 4000mAh to 3000mAh.

The Nokia 2.3 will launch as an Android One phone but we are not sure if it will run Android 10 out of the box but you can rest assured that it will get updated if it arrives with Android Pie.

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