HMD Arrow Set for Launch in India with Fan-Selected Name and Enhanced Features

Highlights

• HMD Arrow to have a 6.65-inch LCD with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate
• Available with either Unisoc T606 or Snapdragon 680 processors
• Dual camera setup with 13MP main and 8MP front-facing cameras
• 5,000mAh battery supports 10W charging

HMD, a company that makes smartphones, is getting ready to launch a new phone called the HMD Arrow in India very soon.

This phone is rumoured to be a rebranded version of another HMD phone called the Pulse that is already available in Europe.

India, thank you for naming HMD’s first smartphone — the all-new HMD Arrow. 🏹📱

Gear up for the arrival of @HMDdevicesIN Arrow in only a few weeks 💪😎 pic.twitter.com/GBSVl29HpM

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 11, 2024

The name “Arrow” for this new phone was actually chosen by HMD’s fans in India through a contest the company ran recently on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).

HMD says the Arrow will officially launch in just a few weeks.

Expected Specs for HMD Arrow

• Display: 6.65-inch LCD, 90Hz refresh rate
• Processor: Options of Unisoc T606 with Mali graphics or Snapdragon 680 with Adreno GPU
• Memory: Up to 6GB RAM and 64GB storage
• Camera Setup: Dual rear cameras with a 13MP main sensor; 8MP front-facing camera
• Battery: 5,000mAh with 10W charging
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C
• Additional Features: 3.5mm headphone jack, side fingerprint scanner, dust/water resistance
• Physical Dimensions: 8.5mm thickness, 187 grams weight

Based on the specs of the existing HMD Pulse, we can expect the Arrow to have a 6.65-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

It will likely run a nearly stock version of the Android 14 operating system.

Under the hood, the Arrow could be powered by either a Unisoc T606 chip with Mali graphics or a Snapdragon 680 processor with Adreno GPU.

It may come in versions with up to 6GB RAM and 64GB storage.

We have received an overwhelming response to the #HMDNameOurSmartphone contest! Thank you for your passionate participation and awesome name suggestions.

We’ve found the perfect name and can’t wait to reveal it tomorrow! Stay tuned! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/RJWx8IS8dU

— HMD India (@HMDdevicesIN) May 10, 2024

For cameras, leaks point to a dual rear setup with a 13MP main camera and an auxiliary lens, plus an 8MP front-facing selfie camera.

The Arrow will pack a decent 5,000mAh battery but with only 10W charging.

Other expected features include Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side fingerprint scanner, and dust/water resistance.

It could launch in black, pink, and blue color options.

Size-wise, the HMD Arrow is rumoured to measure 8.5mm thick and weigh around 187 grams, which would make it a bit chunkier than some modern slim smartphones.

FAQs

What is the HMD Arrow and when is it launching?

The HMD Arrow is a new smartphone by HMD, expected to launch in India in a few weeks. It’s a rebranded version of the HMD Pulse from Europe, tailored with a name chosen by Indian fans through a social media contest.

What are the processor options for the HMD Arrow?

The HMD Arrow offers two processor options: a Unisoc T606 chip with Mali graphics and a Snapdragon 680 processor with Adreno GPU, catering to different performance needs.

Can you describe the camera features of the HMD Arrow?

The HMD Arrow is equipped with a dual rear camera setup featuring a 13MP main sensor and an auxiliary lens for versatile photography, along with an 8MP selfie camera at the front.

What type of display does the HMD Arrow have?

The smartphone boasts a 6.65-inch LCD display, offering a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother visual performance, enhancing the user experience for gaming and multimedia consumption.

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