Human Mobile Devices (HMD) has finally introduced its first line of smartphones under the original HMD line: HMD Pulse Pro, HMD Pulse+, and HMD Pulse after teasers and leaks.
HMD Pulse Collection
The HMD Pulse collection brings forth HMD’s original line with clean lines, calm tones, modern aesthetics, elegant repairability, and bold design, all at an accessible price.
According to HMD, each phone in the HMD Pulse range is designed for easy repair, called ‘Gen 1 repairability’. You can replace damaged parts without professional help, thanks to self-repair kits available in partnership with iFixit.
HMD Pulse Pro
The Pulse Pro variant features smooth designs, contemporary looks, along with a 6.65″ HD+ 90Hz display, with brightness up to 600 nits.
It runs on Unisoc T606 with 6GB RAM (expandable to 8GB via Virtual RAM), and 128GB storage, extendable up to 256GB via MicroSD card.
For photography, it boasts a 50MP main camera with skin-tone optimization + 2MP depth sensor and LED flash on the back, and a 50MP selfie camera supporting selfie gestures and slow-motion selfies.
It houses a 5000mAh QuickFix replaceable battery with 20W fast charging, delivering up to 59 hours on a single charge, and promises 800 full charging cycles as per HMD.
Quick specifications: HMD Pulse Pro
- Design: RIY design
- Display: 6.65″ HD+ 90Hz display, 1612 x 720 resolution, up to 600 nits of brightness, NTSC 70%, 20:9 aspect ratio
- Camera: 50MP AF + 2MP Depth + LED Flash; 50MP Front
- Processor: Unisoc T606
- Battery: 5000mAh QuickFix replaceable battery
- Battery life: Up to 59 hours in Single charge
- Charging: USB-C (USB 2.0); 20W; 800 full charging cycles
- Storage: 6GB / 128GB; MicroSD up to 256GB; Virtual RAM options: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB
- Operating system: Android 14; 2 years OS upgrades, 3 years security updates (Quarterly)
- Audio: OZO
- Security: Side fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
- Sensors: Accelerometer (G-sensor), Ambient light sensor, e-Compass, Proximity sensor
- Connectivity: Nano Sim, 4G / 3G/ 2G, Wi-Fi 5 (ac), Bluetooth v5.2, NFC, 3.5mm Jack, GPS/AGPS/Galileo, OTG
- IPX grading:IP52 Water Resistant
- Dimensions (W x D x L) mm: 75.02 x 8.55 x 163.19
- Weight: 196g
HMD Pulse+ and Pulse
Both models sport the same 6.65″ HD+ 90Hz display, 600 nits brightness, and weigh 187g. Similar to the Pro version, both the Pulse+ and Pulse run on Unisoc T606.
Storage-wise, Pulse offers 64GB internal storage while Pulse+ provides 128GB. Both support external storage up to 256GB via MicroSD card, along with 4GB RAM (supports Virtual RAM).
Optics-wise, Pulse features a 13MP main camera + 2MP depth sensor and LED flash, with an 8MP front camera. Pulse+ upgrades to a 50MP main camera + 2MP depth sensor, LED flash, and a 50MP front camera. Both devices support skin tone optimization.
Both devices feature a 5000mAh QuickFix replaceable battery like Pulse Pro but with 10W charging.
Quick specifications: HMD Pulse+ and Pulse
- Design: RIY design
- Display: 6.65″ HD+ 90Hz display, 1612 x 720 resolution, up to 600 nits of brightness, NTSC 70%, 20:9 aspect ratio
- Camera (Pulse): 13MP AF + 2MP Depth + LED Flash; 8MP Front
- Camera (Pulse+): 50MP AF + 2MP Depth + LED Flash; 50MP Front
- Processor: Unisoc T606
- Battery: 5000mAh QuickFix replaceable battery
- Battery life: Up to 59 hours in Single charge
- Charging: USB-C (USB 2.0); 10W; 800 full charging cycles
- Storage (Pulse): 4GB / 64GB; MicroSD up to 256GB; Virtual RAM options: 4GB, 6GB
- Storage (Pulse+): 4GB / 128GB; MicroSD up to 256GB; Virtual RAM options: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB
All other specifications are the same as Pulse Pro.
Common Features
All devices feature OZO Audio, a side fingerprint sensor integrated with the power button, and connectivity options such as 4G, Wi-Fi 5 (ac), Bluetooth v5.0, NFC, 3.5mm jack, USB Type-C (USB 2.0), and GPS/Galileo.
They run on Android 14 with 2 OS upgrades and receive quarterly security updates for three years. Additionally, they are IP52-rated for dust and water resistance.
The Pulse collection is made with recycled materials and features a ‘Repair it Yourself’ (RIY) design. Users can visit the HMD Repair Hub on ifixit.com for spare parts and step-by-step guides for repairs.
Pricing and Availability
The HMD Pulse and Pulse+ are available from HMD.com starting today, while the Pro model will be available soon. Pricing is as follows:
- HMD Pulse: 140 EUR (USD 149 or Rs. 12,498 approx.), available in Dream Pink, Meteor Black, and Atmos Blue.
- HMD Pulse+: 160 EUR (USD 171 or Rs. 14,284 approx.), available in Apricot Crush, Midnight Blue, and Glacier Green.
- HMD Pulse Pro: 180 EUR (USD 192 or Rs. 16,070 approx.), available in Glacier Green, Black Ocean, and Twilight Purple.
Commenting on the launch, Lars Silberbauer, CMO of Human Mobile Devices, said,
We’ve got our finger on the pulse and understand consumers’ needs while anticipating market trends. Repair is the cornerstone of a fresh chapter in smartphone innovation. Forget the ordinary; this marks a new era of smartphone sophistication with substance.