HMD Pocket Link Leak Points to a New 5G Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot With Display and USB-C Charging
HMD may be preparing to expand beyond smartphones and accessories with a new portable 5G Wi-Fi hotspot called the HMD Pocket Link. Fresh leaked details suggest the Finnish company is working on a compact mobile internet device designed to keep phones, tablets, laptops, and other gadgets connected while on the move.
The rumored HMD Pocket Link appears to be aimed at users who need reliable mobile data without draining their smartphone battery or relying on public Wi-Fi. Portable hotspots remain useful for travelers, remote workers, students, and anyone who regularly needs a secure connection outside the home or office.
According to the leak, the HMD Pocket Link will feature a small 1.77-inch color LCD screen. While that may sound modest, it should be enough for a device in this category. The display is expected to show key information such as signal strength, battery level, data usage, and the number of connected devices. This would make it easier for users to monitor their connection at a glance without opening an app or checking a separate device.
Inside, the portable hotspot is said to use a Unisoc T157 5G processor. This octa-core chipset has previously appeared in 5G feature phones, making it a practical choice for a compact connectivity-focused device. The inclusion of 5G support could make the HMD Pocket Link appealing to users who want faster mobile internet speeds, lower latency, and better performance than older 4G LTE hotspots.
Battery life will be another important factor, and the leak claims the HMD Pocket Link will include a 3,000mAh battery. Charging will reportedly be handled through a USB-C port, which is now the expected standard for modern mobile accessories. A 3,000mAh capacity should be suitable for a lightweight portable hotspot, though real-world usage time will depend on network strength, the number of connected devices, and whether 5G is used continuously.
For connectivity, the device is expected to include a nano SIM slot and Wi-Fi 5 support. While Wi-Fi 6 would have been more future-proof, Wi-Fi 5 remains common and should be sufficient for a pocket-sized hotspot, especially if the device is designed to be affordable. The leak also mentions a “Save Data+” mode, which sounds like a data-saving feature that could help users reduce mobile data consumption when needed.
The HMD Pocket Link could arrive as part of a broader push by HMD into practical mobile accessories. Previous leaks have suggested the company is also working on new power banks, including one model with Qi2 wireless charging support. If accurate, these upcoming products may signal HMD’s interest in building a wider ecosystem of everyday tech accessories alongside its phone lineup.
At the moment, there is no confirmed launch date or pricing for the HMD Pocket Link. It is also unclear which markets will receive the device first. However, if the leaked specifications are accurate, HMD’s portable 5G hotspot could be a useful option for people looking for a simple, travel-friendly way to share mobile internet across multiple devices.
With 5G networks becoming more widely available, demand for compact mobile Wi-Fi solutions continues to grow. If HMD can offer the Pocket Link at a competitive price, it may attract users who want dependable connectivity without buying a second phone or relying on unstable public networks.
