Nokia launches cheapest mobile at Rs 1,249

HYDERABAD: Nokia India has announced the launch of -- Nokia 105 -- priced just Rs 1,249

Nokia 105, being one of the lowest priced colour screen entry phone, is regarded as successor to Nokia 1280, which sold more than 100 million units in its lifetime.

The Nokia 105 offers high quality handset design and everyday essentials like FM radio, a speaking clock and flashlight, making it ideal for first-time buyers, a company release said.

T S Sridhar, Regional General Manager (South), Nokia India, said the handset marks the end of black and white screen era in the domestic phone market.

"The very human and fresh design of Nokia 105 makes it distinct in this price range, and utterly modern despite a traditional form factor. Our most affordable device with some of the best category features, is the ideal handset for first time buyers to enjoy the benefits and experiences of mobility," Sridhar said.