Nokia launches two new handsets

NEW DELHI: With the launch of two new mobile phones targeted at first-time buyers Nokia has expanded its entry-level portfolio in India.

The Nokia 1110 (black & white display) and Nokia 1600 (colour display) target first-time users with an inbuilt graphical demo mode, which allows users to access and familiarize themselves with the main functions without inserting a SIM card.

Another standout feature in both handsets is the 'talking alarm and clock' in five regional languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Marathi and Gujarati.

The 1110 and 1600 phones also boast a new intuitive user interface that makes full use of graphical icons and large font sizes and the built-in hands-free speaker.

With the new menu structure, accessing basic features - such as managing calls and contacts - become easier. In addition to polyphonic and MP3-grade ring tones, the handsets also feature the Nokia Prepaid Tracker support for users to monitor usage. This will be an operator-dependent service.

Reiterating Nokia's intent to drive affordable mobility in India, Sanjeev Sharma, managing director, Nokia Mobile Phones, said: “We have further strengthened our entry-level product portfolio by bringing in feature-rich handsets with localized applications."

“The Nokia 1110 and 1600 announce the dawn of a new age. The talking alarm will wake up millions of Indians, not only to their daily lives, but also to a new era of mobility which has been captured in our campaign called Jaago India Jaago,” he added.