HMD Global launched the Nokia 8 in Malaysia, made for content creators.
The latest Nokia flagship focuses on a simultaneous front and rear camera, hailed as an industry first. Made for native live streaming for social feeds, the split screen visual is made for both photos and videos. The device is fitted with dual 13-megapixel camera with ZEISS optics, with one dedicated 13-megapixels monochrome lens. The front similarly sports a 13-megapixel camera.
Nokia 8 is the first handset to deliver dual screen broadcasting on Facebook Live. This feature is available for YouTube and Snapchat as well.
Sporting a 5.3-inch QHD 2K display, the device features OZO Audio with 360 spatial surround sound. The device carries a splash proof IP54 rating.
The device runs Android Nougat out of the box but it will be one of the first handsets to receive the Android Oreo upgrade. Powered by a Snapdragon 835, it comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, as well as 3090mAh battery compatible with Quick Charge 3.0.
The Nokia 8 is immediately available with 4 colour options: Polished Blue, Tempered Blue, Stainless Steel, while Polished Copper will come at a later date. The device will retail at a price of RM 2,299 including GST.
