Nokia Owners Launch New Smartphone At Rs 14,499: HMD Crest


Sheetal Bhalerao

Sheetal Bhalerao

Jul 27, 2024


In a latest revelation, HMD, the maker of Nokia phones, has finally unveiled its first batch of smartphones including HMD Crest and Crest Max in India.

While this happens, definitely it is increasing curiosity in people just ahead of its launch. 

Nokia Owners Launch New Smartphone At Rs 14,499: HMD Crest

So, let’s go through all the information you need to know about the HMD Crest and Crest Max smartphones.

Prices & Availability For HMD Crest, Crest Max

When it comes to HMD Crest, its pricing starts at Rs. 14,499 for the 6GB+128GB variant which is offered in Midnight Blue, Royal Pink, and Lush Lilac colors.

Similarly, the HMD Crest Max is available at a price of Rs. 16,499 for the 8GB+256GB version, again comes in Deep Purple, Royal Pink and Aqua Green colors.

If you are looking to purchase these smartphones, its sale will begin on Amazon.in during the Amazon Great Freedom sale in August.

At the start, only the Midnight Blue Crest and Deep Purple Crest Max will be available. 

But there is good news for potential buyers as they can get these at Rs. 12,999 and Rs. 14,999 respectively during the sale as part of a special introductory offer. 

Specifications & Features For HMD Crest, Crest Max

Both smartphones feature 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED displays having 90Hz refresh rates and Corning Gorilla Glass equivalent protection.

HMD Crest and Crest Max are powered by the Unisoc T760 5G 6nm SoC.

Here, the Crest offers 6GB of RAM with an additional 6GB of RAM expansion, while the Crest Max boasts 8GB of RAM with 8GB expansion capability. 

Both the devices run on Android 14, with HMD promising two years of security updates.

When it comes to the camera setups, it is distinguished in  the two models where Crest sports a 50MP main camera, a 2MP secondary camera, and a 50MP front-facing camera. 

In case of the Crest Max, it elevates the photography experience with a 64MP main camera featuring a Sony sensor, complemented by a 5MP ultra- wide lens and a 2MP macro lens, alongside the 50MP selfie camera.

Beside this, these models come with a “Hands-Free Selfie” mode having gesture control, AI Super Portrait mode, and a Flash shot feature for capturing moving subjects.

The smartphone manufacturer is also aiming to extend device lifespan and reduce e-waste as HMD has introduced Repairability 1.0, simplifying the replacement of components like the back panel, battery, display, and charging port.

For the power, both smartphones are given a 5000mAh battery supporting 33W fast charging, with the charger included in the box. 

This battery maintains good health even after 800 charging cycles, HMD claims.


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