HMD Global, the Finnish smartphone manufacturer, is preparing to introduce its new Crest smartphone series to the Indian market. The launch is scheduled for July 25, 2024, with two models expected: the Crest and the Crest Max 5G.
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The company has been actively promoting the upcoming launch on social media. In a recent post on X (formerly known as Twitter), HMD Global announced, "Save the Date: July 25, 2024. The countdown begins! The HMD CREST smartphones are just around the corner. Don't miss the big reveal! HMD HumanMobileDevices HMDCrest".
The Crest series is anticipated to attract attention with its promise of innovative features and a modern design.
The Crest smartphones will be available for purchase online through Amazon.in, where a dedicated microsite has been created to showcase the series. According to HMD, the Crest series will feature a glass back and an easy self-repair functionality, aimed at enhancing user convenience.
Recent listings on the benchmark website Geekbench provide a glimpse into the technical specifications of the Crest smartphone. It is expected to come with 8GB of RAM and operate on the Android 14 system. The device will likely be powered by a Unisoc T760 chipset, positioning it as a capable mid-range smartphone in the market.
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HMD's focus on repairable design was recently highlighted with the launch of the HMD Skyline smartphone. The Skyline features a user-friendly repair design, allowing for easier screen repairs. The company states that the screen repair process for the Skyline requires 65% fewer steps compared to its predecessor, the G22.
The Skyline is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset and offers up to 12GB of RAM. It comes in two storage variants, 128GB and 256GB, and supports dual SIM functionality. Running on the Android 14
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