HMD Global appears to be setting the stage for one final nostalgic wave of Nokia feature phones before its licensing deal expires in 2026. According to tipster @smashx_60, the company is preparing to release a handful of rebranded Nokia models throughout 2025—essentially a farewell tour for one of the most iconic names in mobile history.
The upcoming lineup is a throwback to the early 2000s, with names like the Nokia 3510 4G, Nokia 5710XA 4G (2025), Nokia 130 Music (2G), Nokia 150 Music (2G), and Nokia 8310 4G. These aren’t smartphones and make no attempt to be. They’re deliberately simple, button-based devices built for users who either prefer minimalist phones or are seeking refuge from the overload of modern apps.
HMD has a history of reviving Nokia’s classics, and the 5710XA is a good example. Originally launched in 2022, it came with a clever design—true wireless earbuds hidden in the back and physical music controls along the side. The 2025 version is expected to keep the same charm but finally ditch Micro USB in favor of a USB-C port.
Nokia 130 and 150 Music editions were recently refreshed for the Indian market, now carrying the HMD branding. Both models are designed with audio in mind, featuring a 2.4-inch QVGA display, a powerful 2W rear speaker, dedicated music playback buttons, Bluetooth 5.0, and a 2,500mAh removable battery rated for up to 34 days of standby time. The Nokia 130 Music includes dual torch lights and UPI support, while the 150 Music adds a QVGA rear camera, flashlight, and scan-and-pay functionality. For the global market, they are expected to carry the Nokia branding.
This phase-out of the Nokia brand effectively began earlier this year when HMD stopped selling Nokia smartphones entirely. What remained were just a few Nokia-branded feature phones, available in select markets and released at a much slower pace. In the meantime, HMD has been increasingly focused on building its own identity, pushing new devices under the “HMD” name rather than leaning on Nokia’s legacy.
What we’re seeing now appears to be a final lap—one last push to squeeze some reach out of the Nokia name before it fades for good. These upcoming 2025 feature phones, mostly reboots of familiar classics, feel less like a revival and more like a strategic send-off. By March 2026, the co-branding strategy—“HMD” on the box, “Nokia” on the phone—will officially come to an end, closing the door on an era.
Recently, the company also launched the Barbie Flip Phone in India for Rs. 7,999. It’s a classic flip phone with a hot pink Barbie design, featuring a 2.8-inch display, UNISOC T107 chip, 64MB RAM, 128MB storage (expandable), VGA camera, and a 1,450mAh battery. Running on S30+, it includes Barbie-themed apps like Malibu Snake and Meditation.
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