HMD Crest Series Arriving in India on July 25: Launch Confirmed

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On 23 Jul 2024

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A few days ago, Finnish smartphone maker HMD announced the Skyline smartphone globally that came with a repairable design and detox mode. The smartphone was tipped to come to India soon, but before that could happen, HMD has confirmed the Crest Series for the country. HMD India which is namely the rebrand of Nokia will launch the Crest series of smartphones on 25^th July. The series will include HMD Crest and HMD Crest Max 5G devices.

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HMD Crest Series: Details

The HMD Crest series will retail via Amazon and the phones will be made in India. HMD took to microblogging platform X to confirm the launch date. Their post reads, “Save the Date: July 25, 2024 The countdown begins! The HMD Crest smartphones are just around the corner. Don’t miss the big reveal! #HMD #HumanMobileDevices #HMDCrest”.

HMD has teased the smartphone via Amazon which shows a glass back panel, and easy self-repair mode. It also hints at portrait features. HMD has announced Bollywood Actress Sanya Malhotra as the brand ambassador for the Crest Series. Earlier the company partnered with Jimmy Shergill and Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues as well.

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Talking about her association with HMD, Malhotra said, “I’m thrilled to partner with Human Mobile Devices, a brand whose smartphones are at the intersection of technology and self-expression. HMD Crest’s range of smartphones isn’t just about staying connected; they are about making a statement and expressing your unique style. As someone who values both fashion and freedom of expression, I’m excited to be part of HMD’s journey in revolutionizing the smartphone experience for style-conscious consumers across India.”

HMD Crest Series: Specs

Apart from the Amazon listing, HMD Crest was recently spotted on the Geekbench listing. The listing revealed 8GB RAM and Android 14 OS along with an octa-core processor. Earlier leaks claimed that it will be powered by Unisoc T760 chipset with Mali G57 MC4 GPU.

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It will have a glass back panel and offer a self-repairability option.

HMD had a few days ago launched the Skyline smartphone which also came with a repairable design and a new detox mode. To know everything about HMD Skyline, click here.

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Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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