Overview

The HMD Pulse Pro is a budget-friendly smartphone that stands out in its price range for its high reparability, long update support, and fast storage. It's a commendable debut device from HMD under their own brand, offering a unique blend of features that cater to users looking for an affordable and sustainable option.

Display

  • Display Size: 6.56 inches
  • Display Type: HD+ HID display
  • Display Resolution: 1612 x 720 pixels
  • Other Display Features: 90Hz refresh rate, 480 nits (typical), Boost 600 nits, NTSC 70% (typ.) min 65% (min)

Design and Build

  • Dimensions: 163.19 mm (height), 75.02 mm (width), 8.55 mm (depth)
  • Weight: 196 grams
  • Build Materials: Plastic chassis
  • Water and Dust Resistance: IP52 rating
  • Other Design Features: Repair-at-home design, available in Glacier Green, Black Ocean, and Twilight Purple colors

Processor and Performance

  • Chipset: Unisoc T606
  • CPU: Not specified
  • GPU: Mali-G57 MP1
  • RAM: 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB (Virtual RAM options)
  • Other Performance Features: Android Enterprise Recommended, Android 14, 2 OS upgrades

Camera

Rear Camera

  • Main Camera: 50 MP AF Dual camera
  • Camera Features: LED flash, Super Night + Tripod Mode, FlashShot, AI HDR, Skin tone optimization, Selfie Gestures, Night Selfie + AI Super portrait, Selfie slo-mo

Front Camera

  • Front Camera: 50 MP
  • Front Camera Features: Not specified

Battery and Charging

  • Battery Capacity: Non-removable Li-Ion battery, up to 59 hours of battery life
  • Charging: 20W Fast charging, supports up to 800 full charging cycles

Connectivity and Other Features

  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS/AGPS/Galileo, USB Type-C (USB 2.0) OTG
  • Biometrics: Side fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
  • Other Features: OZO Audio, IP52 rating, Accelerometer (G-sensor), Ambient light sensor, e-Compass, Proximity sensor

Software

  • Operating System: Android 14, upgradable to latest version
  • Other Software Features: Three years of quarterly security updates, Android Enterprise Recommended

Pricing and Availability

  • Price: Starting at €179 (about US$190)
  • Storage Options: 128GB UFS 2.2 Flash
  • Color Options: Glacier Green, Black Ocean, Twilight Purple
  • Availability: Available directly from the manufacturer or online retailers like Amazon, check the company's website for international availability.