HMD's new Nokia 4G feature phones add USB-C and an AI button — with a catch
HMD has announced four new Nokia 4G feature phones aimed squarely at people who want a simple, reliable handset — whether for digital detox, a backup phone, or easy video calls with family. The lineup covers the Nokia 200 4G, Nokia 210 4G, Nokia 215 4G (2nd Edition), and Nokia 235 4G (2nd Edition). Pricing hasn't been confirmed yet, but expect the range to stay budget-friendly.
The lineup
Every model in the range shares a core set of specs: a Unisoc T107 processor, 64 MB RAM, 128 MB of internal storage (expandable via microSD up to 32 GB), a removable 1,450 mAh battery, and USB-C charging. All four run S30+ OS, support 4G VoLTE calls, include FM radio (no headphones required), a 3.5 mm headphone jack, an MP3 player, and Snake — yes, still preloaded.
Where the models differ is mainly in screen size and cameras. The 200 4G and 210 4G have 2.4-inch QVGA displays; the 215 4G and 235 4G step up to 2.8 inches. Camera configurations vary by model: the 200 4G has a front-facing camera only (built for video calls, no rear shooter), the 210 4G adds a 0.3 MP rear camera, the 215 4G ships with no cameras at all — useful for workplaces that ban them — and the 235 4G tops the range with a 2 MP rear camera, per GSMArena.
The Nokia 200 4G — the first Nokia feature phone with a front-facing camera but no rear shooter, designed for video calls.
The AI angle
Each phone has a dedicated D-pad button for Sikey AI, a voice assistant based on a Chinese AI model. It handles basic questions and device controls by voice. HMD offers it free for 180 days after purchase — after that, a paid subscription kicks in. The cost of that subscription hasn't been disclosed, which is a real question mark for anyone buying one of these as a long-term simple phone. You'll also need a separate smartphone to manage the subscription purchase, which rather defeats the point for some users.
The four new Nokia 4G models side by side, each targeting a slightly different use case.
What it means here
Nokia phones have faced availability issues in parts of Europe since a 2022 patent dispute involving VoiceAge EVS codec licensing, but the US and UK remain accessible markets. HMD positions these phones for elderly users, anyone cutting back on screen time, and emerging markets where 4G feature phones still fill a genuine gap, as Nokia Mob notes.
All four phones share USB-C charging and a removable 1,450 mAh battery.
Exact prices and availability dates are still to be confirmed. If HMD keeps to its usual form, expect these to land well under $50 — making the AI subscription question the more interesting one to watch.
