Jose Briones (Project Leader at Rocky Mountain Conference of SDA) made an interesting review of the Nokia 110 4G.
"Exciting news for the cloud and dumbphones. The Cloudfone innovation from CloudMosa, Inc. is going to revolutionize the basic phone (dumbphone) market. It is a great collaboration that will allow HMD and other phone partners to bring internet apps to the next billion people. I've been testing a demo unit for the US and it is great what the platform can do so far. I hope to see other useful apps coming soon!" - Jose.
About Nokia 110 4G
The Nokia 110 4G is a basic feature phone with 4G connectivity aimed at users who prioritize simplicity, reliability, and affordability.
Design and Build
- Compact and Lightweight: The phone has a small, pocket-friendly form factor with a traditional alphanumeric keypad. It's made of durable plastic, making it lightweight and robust.
- Colors: Available in several color options, it has a modern look for a feature phone.
Display
- 1.8-inch QVGA Display: The screen is basic but adequate for simple tasks such as making calls, sending texts, and using preloaded apps.
Performance
- Unisoc T107 Processor: The phone runs on a very modest processor, which is sufficient for running basic functions and apps designed for feature phones.
- RAM & Storage: With 128MB RAM and 48MB of internal storage, it’s enough to store contacts and basic apps. There's a microSD card slot supporting up to 32GB for additional storage.
Software
- Feature OS: The phone runs a feature phone OS (not KaiOS), which is optimized for lightweight use. There are no app stores, but you can access basics like a browser, music player, and FM radio.
- Pre-installed Apps: It comes with basic utilities like a calculator, calendar, flashlight, and Snake game.
- Cloud Apps (depending on the country): YouTube, TikTok, X/Twitter, Facebook, etc.
Connectivity
- 4G VoLTE: The standout feature is 4G connectivity, which allows for better voice call quality via VoLTE. It's not a smartphone, so don’t expect advanced data usage capabilities, but it does have basic web browsing.
- FM Radio and MP3 Player: You can listen to FM radio without a headset, and there's also an MP3 player if you want to store and listen to music on the go.
Battery Life
- 1020 mAh Removable Battery: Nokia promises good standby and talk time. Given the low power requirements of the phone, it can last several days on a single charge, depending on usage.
Camera
- VGA Camera: There's a basic VGA camera on the back for occasional photos. The image quality is very limited compared to modern smartphones.
Who is it for?
- This phone is ideal for users who want a simple device for calling, texting, and occasional basic web use. It’s perfect for elderly users or those looking for a backup phone with long battery life.
Pros
- Affordable price
- 4G VoLTE support
- Long battery life
- Compact and durable
Cons
- Very limited functionality compared to smartphones
- Basic VGA camera
In summary, the Nokia 110 4G is a no-frills phone for those who need basic communication features and value reliability over advanced capabilities.