Sustainability remains a primary standard for Nokia phone manufacturers. They are committed to designing more durable, sustainable and repairable mobile phones. Proof of this is that they have increased the warranty time to three years, in addition to offering three more years of software and security updates. In this entry we will see that the new Nokia phones will be more sustainable.
The company HMD (Human Mobile Devices), manufacturer of Nokia phones, has announced that, starting this year, they will focus on the manufacture of affordable phones, attractive and repairable. In this way, it will be much easier to counteract the negative effects of electronic waste that currently exist.
What challenges does the technology market face?
Nokia phone / HMD
At present, achieving sustainability is a challenge, since people use their electronic devices for less and less time. To give an example, in 2019, 12 tons of electronic waste were generated in phone chargers alone. It's like 000 houses are filled to the brim with cables. What great damage to the planet!
For this reason, HMD has set out to contribute as much as possible to caring for the planet in the manufacturing of its mobile phones. Its main objective is to create phones at a good price, durable and as ecological as possible. In fact, they have already demonstrated it with models such as Nokia X30 5G and Nokia G60 5G, which are made from 60% recycled plastic and aluminum.
News about new Nokia phones
Now, Nokia phone manufacturers already Some news has emerged about upcoming releases. during the summer of 2024. In this sense, sustainable mobile phones are expected to be in high demand on the European continent. To this end, there are rumors that at least half of the phones manufactured by HMD will be repairable.
One of the most important innovations that will make it possible for the new Nokia phones to be repairable is the FIY functionality (Fix it Yourself) or “fix it yourself” in Spanish. With this tool, users will be able to repair things such as their mobile screen in just a few steps.
Additionally, the company announced that some digital tools will be more accessible, something that is usually very expensive for some users. For example, new payment options may be established to purchase basic phones or microfinance added to purchase smartphones. In this sense, a new HMD smartphone is expected for the summer that will be very accessible to everyone.
On the other hand, in recent days the firm launched a first version of the toolkit for developers and enterprises. It houses design files and data on software integration. All of this is now available on their website.
The new Nokia phones will be repairable
Repairable phones/HMD
Repair is one of the priorities for Nokia mobile phones. And it is not always necessary to buy a new one when the screen of our mobile phone is damaged or the battery runs out. That is why The company has been striving to manufacture repairable mobiles for you. To do this, you only need some free tools, spare parts and guides offered by the company.
The makers of Nokia phones claim that “If everyone in Europe uses their smartphones for another year, by 2030 we could avoid as many carbon emissions as if two million cars stopped driving.” Therefore, they always recommend doing the following: repair, re-use y recycle.
Multi-brand strategy
According to one of the most recent news, the HMD company also will begin working with partners as part of a multi-brand strategy. The company's co-founder, president and CEO, Jean-Francois Baril mentioned that collaboration and support had always helped them. So they would now adopt a multi-brand strategy and work with recognized global partners.
That's right, since the company wants to make big changes in the technology sector, it has found it necessary to forge alliances with other companies. One of the partners HMD plans to work with is Mattel. Mattel? A toy company? Just as you are reading. Barbie and HMD plan to revolutionize technology with the manufacture of a new folding phone that will be available this summer.
The company has reported that the ““Barbie Flip Phone” will be presented during the summer of 2024. This mobile, which will include retro features, seeks to perform a “much-needed digital detox” to change everything we are accustomed to. In fact, it is expected to be “this summer's most popular accessory.”
Surely, This new mobile will attract the attention of Barbie fans and lovers of Nokia mobile phones, regardless of their age. It will be a different, revolutionary phone that more than one will want to try. However, we will have to wait until summer to be able to purchase it.
What has Nokia done to offer sustainable phones?
Repairable Phone/HMD
HMD, as creators of Nokia phones, continues to do its bit to contribute to the well-being of the planet. In addition to making phones from recycled materials, they make them in a way that makes it easy for the user to fix them themselves. They are also responsible for training and offering free instruction so that anyone can repair their own phone.
On the other hand, they have made a change that may seem small, but has a great impact on the environment: They have removed the wall charger from the boxes on models such as Nokia X30 5G, Nokia G60, Nokia XR20 and Nokia X10. However, they continue to include a USB cable inside the boxes of these phones.
So what do I charge my Nokia phone with? You may be wondering. According to the information they offer on their website, you can charge your device using a third-party power adapter, as long as they are USB 2.0 standard or later and comply with regional and international safety standards. But beware! Remember that incorrect use of a USB cable or power adapter can put your device at risk. So, always make sure it is the correct one so that you do not damage your phone or risk your physical integrity.