Nokia C02 Unveiled: Specs, Price, and Features

HMD Global has quietly released the Nokia C02, an entry-level smartphone with a smallish screen, Android 12 (Go Edition), 2GB RAM, and 32 GB built-in storage. It has a removable battery, a rarity in today’s world, and also IP52 rating, offering some protection from dust and water splashes.

Welcome to our complete guide to the Nokia C02. On this page, we cover everything you need to know about this pocket-friendly mobile device, including its specifications, price, release date, and more.

Nokia C02: brief information

• OS: Android 12
• Release Date: 2023
• Network Type: 2G/3G/4G
• Display: 5.45-inch, 480 x 854 pixels resolution
• Processor: Quad-core
• Selfie Camera: 2 MP
• Rear camera: 5 MP
• RAM: 2 GB
• ROM: 32 GB
• Battery: 3000 mAh

Detailed specifications

Mobile Wireless Network and Software

• 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
• 3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
• 4G mobile network bands: LTE.
• 5G mobile network bands: No.
• SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
• Software / OS: Android 12 (Go Edition)

Design, Form Factor, Appearance

• Dimensions: 148.7 x 71.2 x 10 mm
• Weight: 191g
• Display: 5.45 inches, 480 x 854 pixels, 60 Hz refresh rate, 18:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD screen
• Colours: Dark Cyan. Charcoal.
• Physical Build: Polycarbonate frame, Polycarbonate back panel; IP52 dust and splash resistance.

Internal Hardware Specifications

• CPU/Processor: 1.4G Hz Quad-core
• Chipset:
• GPU/Graphics Processing Unit:
• RAM: 2 GB
• Extended/Virtual RAM:
• Internal Storage: 32 GB
• External Storage: microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)

Photography, Video Recording

• Main Camera: 5 MP sensor, autofocus, LED flash, 1080p@30fps video recording
• Front Camera: 2 MP, fixed focus, Face Recognition, 1080p@30fps video capture

Audio, Video Playback

• Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
• Audio: 3.5 mm audio jack
• Loudspeaker: Mono speaker
• Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
• FM Radio: .

Phone Sensors

• Digital Compass: No.
• Accelerometer: Yes.
• Proximity Sensor: No.
• Ambient Light Sensor: No.
• Barometer: No.
• Pedometer: No.
• Heart Rate Monitor: No.
• Gyroscope (G-Sensor): No.
• Fingerprint Scanner: No.
• Face Unlock: Yes.
• Iris Scanner: No.
• Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.
• Voice Control: No.
• Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant.
• Infra-red Blaster: No.

Connectivity Options

• Bluetooth Version: 4.2
• Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP
• WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
• GPS: Yes, A-GPS.
• USB: microUSB v2.0.
• NFC: No.

Miscellaneous Specifications and Features

• Battery Type and Capacity: Removable Lithium-Polymer 3000 mAh
• Battery Charging: 5W regular charging
• Wireless Charging: No.
• Reverse Charging: No.
• Model Version/Number:

Launch/Release Dates and Information

• Announced: February 2023
• Release Date: Februry 2023

Prices in the USA, UK, others

• USA: $
• United Kingdom (UK): £
• Germany: €
• Switzerland: CHF
• Australia: AU$

The above prices may change with time from country to country, as market forces and economic policies influence product price movements.

Does Nokia C02 have Google Play Store?

It supports Google Services and software applications, including Play Store and Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and others.

Will Nokia C02 work in the USA?

This is a GSM phone and is supported on US GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile and other networks riding on their networks. It does not support CDMA networks. Do make inquiries from your carrier to know what bands/frequencies are supported on their service.

MobilityArena Buyer’s Guide Verdict

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