As rumored for some time, Nokia has unveiled today its latest iteration of Lumia range of Windows 8 smartphone known as Lumia 625. The Lumia 625 features a 4.7 inch WVGA display @ 201ppi, and this is the biggest display so far in any Lumia device.
“With our largest smartphone screen to date, the Nokia Lumia 625 is a perfect example of how Nokia is delivering leading smartphone innovation and experiences at every price point,” said Jo Harlow, executive vice president, Nokia Smart Devices.
From hardware point of view, there is not much to boast of about Lumia 625. This smartphone is powered by 1.2GHz, Dual Core processor and comes with 512 MB RAM,8GB internal storage which can be extended upto 64GB via SD card. This device also includes 7GB of online SkyDrive storage. It is equipped with 5 MP Autofocus camera and VGA front facing camera, and is packed with 2000 mAh battery.
The Lumia 625 runs on the latest version of Windows Phone 8 and includes the Nokia Lumia Amber update, and its Live Tiles update direct to the home screen, and People Hub makes it easy to stay connected with friends and family. This smartphone also includes Xbox Live and Microsoft Office. It also supports 4G LTE for the fastest mobile internet connections.
With access to more than 165,000 apps including Vimeo, Temple Run and WhatsApp, the Lumia 625 offers faster mobile fun, as well as safer surfing with Internet Explorer 10 – making it ideal for viewing videos, games, and other content.
Nokia Music provides unlimited streaming of ad-free mixes without registration or subscription, plus the ability to download mixes for listening offline with the Lumia 625. Nokia has also teamed with Coloud(TM) to create BOOM(TM) headphones that combine audio prowess with excellent value, and integrated microphone and buttons for voice calls and music control. This smartphone also provides free maps, turn-by-turn navigation and public transport guidance from HERE.
The Lumia 625 will be available in orange, yellow, bright green, white and black colours and with an array of changeable shells. Its estimated retail price is 220 Euros before taxes and subsidies. The Nokia Lumia 625 is planned to begin selling in China, Europe, Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, Africa and Latin America in Q3 2013.
Nokia has not specified the INR price of Lumia 625 for India.
