HMD Global, the Finnish company behind Nokia phones, announced plans to reduce its operations in the US. This decision comes amidst a “challenging geopolitical and economic environment.” Despite the pullback, HMD reassures customers that it will honor all warranty and service obligations for products already in the market, ensuring a smooth transition for both customers and partners.
The company is also committed to supporting employees affected by this shift. Last year, HMD phased out Nokia-branded devices in Europe, pulling inventory from its website in countries such as the UK and Germany.
In the US, only a few HMD-branded smartphones like the repairable HMD Fusion, which received a positive review score, and other models including HMD Skyline, HMD XR21, and HMD Vibe, were available. Other models were feature phones, such as the Barbie flip phone and the Heineken co-branded Boring phone.
Currently, these devices still appear on the company’s site, although the store functionality and “Where to buy” options are inactive.
Looking ahead, HMD is reportedly planning a new budget phone for the Indian market, featuring a 6.74-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate, likely powered by a Unisoc T7200 12mm chip.
