Microsoft Devices has formally announced the new Nokia X2 with larger display and powerful hardware. The new Nokia X2 features a 4.3-inch ClearBlack LCD display and runs on a dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 mobile chipset. Priced at Rs 8,100 approximately before taxes, Nokia X2 will be made available in select markets from this week onwards.
Nokia X2 might be titled as the Nokia X successor bringing along the improvements the Nokia X Software platform. However, Nokia X2 is ideally the Android Open Source Project based smartphone Nokia should have launched first. While the design and glossy exteriors remain consistent to the Nokia X design, the capacitive Home button in the front is an interesting change. By default, the Nokia X2 runs the Nokia X Software Platform 2.0 which is based on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean level AOSP code.
Nokia X2 features a 4.3-inch ClearBlack LCD display with 480×800 pixel Resolution and is powered by the dual-core 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 mobile chipset. The display supports Nokia Glance screen to quickly view notifications and the double tap to wake up gesture. The screen has been made using scratch resistant glass.
Nokia has taken the feedback on the RAM pretty seriously and that is why the X2 packs 1 GB RAM, at least that is what we wish to believe. For storage, Nokia offers 4 GB on-board storage and a memory slot that supports up to 32 GB micro SD card.
In the front, Nokia has placed a Back button and Home button. The Back button has been optimized to enable multi-tasking with long press. While the Home Button does the job. Nokia X Software platform 2.0 brings several features and improvements out of which major one is three Home screens. Swiping right reveals the Fastlane experience, while swiping left reveals the Apps list – just like how it appears on Windows Phone platform.
Apart from MixRadio, Nokia has also added Bass Boost and Stereo FM radio for entertainment. The phone can support variety of multimedia file formats.
At the back, the Nokia X2 has a 5 megapixel camera with f/2.7 Aperture and an LED Flash. The camera supports Touch Focus and offers several imaging adjustments to capture best possible images. The rear camera is capable of recording 720p (HD) videos. With X2, Nokia has placed a 3 megapixel front facing camera for video calling and self portraits. Other significant features include WiFi support, Bluetooth 4.0, standard audio port and Micro USB 2.0 port.
Only pinching demerit of the Nokia X2 could be the 1800 mAh battery which thankfully is removable. However, we are not sure if Nokia is planning to offer higher capacity battery for the Nokia X2.
Nokia X2 bears the crystal glass exterior design like the Nokia Asha 500 series and will be offered in glossy green, orange and black initially. Later the company plans to introduce glossy yellow, white and matte dark grey to join the range.