Close on the heels of Nokia launching a slew of smartphones in the high and mid-range segment, the company has now launched a bevy of low-end models. Targeted at the users in emerging markets, the new launch series includes Nokia 1280, cheapest phone from Nokia's stable so far. The phone is almost 20% cheaper than it’s previous cheapest, the 1202.
With Apple and RIM gnawing Nokia's share in the high-end market, seems Nokia wants to tightly guard its share across other segments by constantly refreshing the line-up.
Here's looking into Nokia's 5-new additions in the low-end segment.

Nokia 1280

Nokia's low-end 1280 can store upto 500 contacts. It packs FM-radio with a standard 3.5 millimeter stereo headphone jack. It also has five separate phone books.

Among key features, Nokia 1280 packs FM radio, prepaid tracker, flashlight, anti-scratch cover and dust-resistant keymat. The phone will also support Nokia Life Tools and will be launched by December 2009. The handset will come for 20 euros (Rs 1380 approx).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nokia 1616

Weighing mere 79 grams, Nokia 1616 sports a sleeker design and has a dust resistant keypad. Measuring 1.8", the phone has TFT display. The phone features a flashlight, an FM radio, MP3 grade ringtones, a speakerphone and multiple phonebooks.

The phone's battery supports up to 8.5 hours talktime and 22 days standby time. According to Nokia the phone will be available during Q1 (2010) with black, blue, gray and red interchangeable covers. Nokia 1616 will sell for 24 euros (Rs 1656 approx).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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