HMD Global has unveiled its new smartphone in India, the HMD Fusion, which comes with modular “Smart Outfits” aimed at boosting customization and functionality. These attachable cases connect through a six-pin interface, enabling users to modify their devices based on different requirements.
Unique Modular Design with Smart Outfits
The HMD Fusion’s main highlight is its ability to work with Smart Outfits—modular attachments that offer more than just looks. There are three distinct styles available:
- Casual Outfit: A simple design perfect for daily use.
- Flashy Outfit: Features a foldable RGB LED flash ring that's great for photography, with adjustable lighting settings.
- Gaming Outfit: Comes with physical buttons and joysticks to enhance the gaming experience.
These outfits work seamlessly with the phone’s hardware and software, delivering personalized functionality.
Key Features and Specs
The HMD Fusion is designed for dependable performance and comes with several notable features:
- Cameras: It features a 108MP main camera and a 50MP front-facing camera, equipped with Night Mode 3.0 and gesture controls.
- Performance: It is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, with 8GB of RAM and expandable storage up to 256GB.
- Display: The phone has a 6.56-inch HD+ HID display with a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals.
- Battery: It boasts a 5000mAh battery that supports more than 800 charging cycles, along with a 33W fast charger.
Focus on Repairability and Sustainability
The device endorses HMD’s Right to Repair – Gen2, allowing users to easily replace parts like the battery, screen, or charging port. This initiative encourages a longer lifespan for devices and helps minimize e-waste.
Enhanced Gaming Experience
HMD has teamed up with Digital Turbine and Aptoide to boost mobile gaming. The built-in Aptoide game store and SingleTap™ technology make it simple to access games. The physical controls from the Gaming Outfit enhance the overall gaming experience.
Pricing and Launch Details
The HMD Fusion is available for INR 17,999, but there’s a special introductory price of INR 15,999. Customers will also receive complimentary Smart Outfits valued at INR 5,999. The smartphone will be on sale on Amazon and HMD’s official site starting November 29 at 12:01 PM. In Europe, the device will be priced at 249 Euros.
