Nokia 8 Now Receiving Latest Android 8 Oreo Update

HMD Global's flagship device, the Nokia 8 smartphone has started receiving latest Android 8 Oreo update. This development is unfolding two weeks after the beta-testing program was carried out. The update is currently available for users in Finland and Poland. According to XDA Developers fan forum users, devices with model numbers TA-1004 and TA-1012 are among the lucky phones that get Android Oreo. HMD executive Juho Sarvikas revealed this also via a tweet.

SOME FEATURES OF THE NEW UPDATE
Some of the new features this software upgrade brings are the Picture-in-picture, detailed Notification dots for every app and Autofill passwords. It also comes with the November Security patch and faster boot times. Users share that YouTube runs seamlessly in the dual app mode, meaning you can watch videos and browse at the same time.

Another improvement the update brings is the camera performance. Meanwhile, you still can’t set up the ISO and shutter speed manually, but the shutter can stay open for up to 0.5 seconds. Back in August, when the phone was announced, the AF had some issues, but now they are fixed.

AVAILABILITY
According to Sarvikas, "the update is expected to be available to everyone in two days time, however, if any carrier decides to review the upgrade one more time, some users might have to wait a week more." He said.

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New Nokia 8 Full Specifications and Price, Nigeria, India, UK

HMD Global is set to introduce high-end Nokia 8 smartphone with official launch date due for July 31. This is coming few months after unveiling the likes of Nokia 3, Nokia 5 and Nokia 6.

Nokia 8 will come with Snapdragon 835 processor, 64GB inbuilt storage, 4GB/6GB RAM which makes it one of the high-end smartphones at the moment. Though, earlier rumors suggested that there will be Nokia 8 and 9 but right now, we are only expecting one variant Nokia 8 at the end of this month. Meanwhile, I have some of the major Nokia 8 specifications to share with you on this post. Read on!

Software & Processor

The Nokia 8 run on Android 7.0 Nougat and powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, it is actually an Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) coupled with Adreno 540 GPU.

Display & Design

The handset likely sports a Quad HD (1440 x 2560 pixels) IPS LCD display at 5.7 inches pixels density (515 ppi), Super AMOLED display with curved 2.5D Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Technically, the phone comes in 154 x 75.8 x 7.85 mm dimension and adopts 6000 series aluminium Unibody design when talking about the build material. Additionally, the Nokia 8 will be available in four color options - blue, steel, gold blue, and gold copper

Camera & Photography

The Nokia 8 features Zeiss-branded camera with 24megapixel rear shooter and 12megapixel front shooter perfect for selfies and video calls. The phone will be one of the best smartphones for photographers with the enhanced image editing features. The Video recording is at 1080p @ 30fps.

Memory

6GB of RAM though some sources claimed 4GB but we will confirm it when it's finally launched. Then, in terms of internal storage, it packs 64GB to the delight of potential users as it will give you the freedom and enough space to store your media files and apps.

Networks, Connectivity & Battery

As expected, the Nokia 8 supports dual SIM as well as 4G lte network of many bands. Connectivity options includes Bluetooth: v4.0, WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, GPS: Yes, USB: microUSB v2.0, USB Type-C and to cap it all, the smartphone will use a non removable Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery.

Availability and Price

Nokia 8 expected launch price is $600 in the US which is about N183,000 in the Nigerian market and about Rs. 32,000 in India. The phone will be available after July 31, 2017 to the general public. So see below for the full specs details.

NOKIA 8 SPECIFICATIONS

✔ GENERAL
Operating System Android OS, v7.0 (Nougat)
Device type Phablet

✔ ANNOUNCED
Global Release Date July 31, 2017
Indian Release Date 2017
Nigerian Release Date 2017

✔ DISPLAY
Screen size 5.7 inches
Form Factor Touch
Screen resolution 1440 x 2560 pixels
Touchscreen Capacitive Touchscreen
Technology (Display Type) IPS LCD. pixels (515 ppi), Super AMOLED display with curved 2.5D Gorilla Glass 5

✔ PROCESSOR
CPU Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPU Adreno 540
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835

✔ STORAGE
Internal Storage 64/128 GB Storage
RAM 6 GB RAM
External Storage Up to 256 GB
Card Slot microSD Card

✔ CAMERA
Primary camera 24 MP Zeiss optics, OIS, autofocus, Super EIS and dual LED flash
Video recording: 1080p @ 30fps
Front Camera 12 MP Camera
Video Recording Yes
Camera Features Geo Tagging

✔ MULTIMEDIA
Audio Player MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC player
Video Player MP4, H.264 player
Games Yes
FM Radio Yes
Speakers Yes
Audio Jack 3.5mm Audio Jack

✔ MISCELLANEOUS
Phonebook Unlimited
Messaging SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Call Records Unlimited

✔ BATTERY
Type Non-removable Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery

✔ CONNECTIVITY
GPRS Yes
Edge Yes
WLAN Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE
Infrared Port No
USB Yes, v3.1, Type-C reversible connector
GPS Facility Yes, Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
Browser HTML5
3G Speed HSPA, LTE
NETWORK SUPPORT
3G HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz
2G CDMA / GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz (Dual Sim)
4G VoLTE
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