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See the new Nokia 8.3, HMD's first 5G device

Tech news 26 March 2020

HMD Global has launched its first 5G smartphone, called the new Nokia 8.3 5G.

According to the company, is designed to support multiple evolving 5G network deployments which are being rolled out by operators around the world.

The device features a 6.81-inch display with a Snapdragon 765G processor with either 6GB or 8GB RAM.

The device is powered by a 4,500mAh battery, comes with a USB-C port has storage options of 64GB and 128GB, with the option to expand by microSD to up to 400GB.

On the rear, it the device features a ZEISS optics quad-camera setup with a 64MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, 2MP depth sensor, and 2MP macro lens, while the front sports a 24MP lens.

A fingerprint sensor can be found on the side of the device for security and the same button is used as a power button and the device will be made in the colour blue Polar Night.

Pricing and local availability in South Africa are yet to be announced.

**Specifications**
OS	Android 10
Display	6.81-inch 1,080 x 2,400
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
RAM	6GB / 8GB
Storage	64GB / 128GB, MicroSD up to 400GB
Rear camera	64MP + 12MP + 2MP + 2MP
Front camera	24MP
Connectivity	802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0
Cellular	5G
Battery	4,500mAh