HMD Skyline

18 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
design (11)
battery (5)
screen (4)
usability (4)
performance (4)

Negative
camera (4)
price (4)
reliability (2)
portability (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 18 reviews of HMD Skyline. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Comments about the battery and screen are overall positive. The usability and performance also get good reviews, but some have doubts about the portability and reliability. There are some mixed opinions about the durability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the HMD Skyline is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Andrew Williams (trustedreviews.com)

HMD Skyline Review

The HMD Skyline looks like a classic Nokia, and has the at-home repairability of some of the Nokia phones HMD has made in recent years.

Designed to be user-repairable ; Evokes the charming old Nokia Lumia designs ; Metal and glass shell

Relatively weak display protection ; Focus issues with zoom camera ; Poor for low-light photography ; Repairability leads to chunky design

The HMD Skyline looks like a classic Nokia, and has the at-home repairability of some of the Nokia phones HMD has made in recent years. It has an unusually broad range of features for the money too, including metal/glass build, wireless charging and a...

Aug, 2024

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Expert review by : Andy Boxall (digitaltrends.com)

HMD Skyline review: The repairable phone you should buy | Digital Trends

The HMD Skyline has a gorgeous design, a bright color, and a unique feature where if the screen breaks, you can repair it yourself. But is it worth buying?

Eye-catching design ; Easy repairability ; Main camera takes great photos ; Qi2 wireless charging

Some software oddities ; Oversensitive fingerprint sensor ; No Digital Detox mode at launch

“The HMD Skyline's easy repairability makes it unique among its peers, as does Qi2 wireless charging. And the design is a real winner.”

Aug, 2024

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Expert review by : GSMArena Team (gsmarena.com)

HMD Skyline review

The HMD Skyline might be the company's first hit in its post-Nokia era. The controversy abounds as the handset's design is in fact reminiscent of the good...

Premium looking design, IP54-rated.

The low-light camera experience could be better.

However, it seems like HMD tried to appeal to the user base by mostly relying on the said rare features and it may have missed the forest for the trees. The display, for example, is a step back from what the industry is offering in this class. The full...

Aug, 2024

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Expert review by : Sarah Lord (pcmag.com)

HMD Skyline Review

Some parts are replaceable ; Good battery life ; Rapid charging ; Useful Detox mode

Blocky, heavy design ; Average cameras ; Unimpressive software support commitment

The HMD Skyline offers fast charging and allows you to replace several of its parts if they break, but its awkward design and limited support make it less compelling than some competing Android phones.

Aug, 2024

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Expert review by : Julian Chokkattu (wired.com)

HMD Skyline Review: The First Qi2 Android Smartphone

I tried the world's first Qi2 Android smartphone, which adds a MagSafe-like charging experience.

Solid performance. Daylong battery life. Sharp and smooth screen. Magnetic Qi2 charging. User-repairable. Expandable storage. OK cameras.

Slippery. A little overpriced. Lackluster software update policy. Might not recharge on Qi chargers. Magnetic connection is fairly weak. Telephoto camera isn't great.

Aug, 2024

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Expert review by : Steve Smith (slashgear.com)

HMD Skyline Review: This Android Phone Supports Your Right To Repair - SlashGear

HMD Skyline is a new Android device from the folks that usually deliver Nokia -- this time they're ready to roll with a smartphone that's easy to DIY repair.

Amazing Repairability And Parts Availability ; Decent Display ; Unique Industrial Design ; All-Day Battery Life

Paltry Software Update Policy ; Automatic Brightness Settings Need Work, Especially Outdoors ; Camera Falls Behind Competition

Aug, 2024

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Expert review by : Kerry Wan (zdnet.com)

I tested the first Android phone with Qi2 wireless charging, and its best feature caught me off guard

The magnetic charging support is cool, but the HMD Skyline's X factor should keep it in working condition for years to come.

At $500, the HMD Skyline is one of the most interesting mid-range phones I've tested this year. Whether you should buy one or not depends on what features you value in a handset. If fast wireless charging, compatibility with magnet-based accessories,...

Oct, 2024

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Expert review by : Trevor Long (eftm.com.au)

HMD Skyline Review - The most repairable phone you can get, and it's a great phone too!

At just $899 the HMD Skyline is a stunning looking phone, with great specs and a hidden feature that no major smartphone brand can even come close to

Sep, 2024

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Expert review by : Rubens Eishima (androidpit.com)

HMD Skyline Review: Nokia Lumia by Another Name

The HMD Skyline tries to be the birth of a Nokia-free HMD brand. But with a strong Lumia-inspired design, can it justify its price? Let's find out.

Good display ; Decent battery life ; Long-term parts support ; Repairable ; Clean Android install ; Reverse wireless charging

Expensive ; Short software support ; NFC issues during test

There is a lot to like about the HMD Skyline, but at the same time, it is challenging to recommend it. HMD must be praised for adopting a proper repair-friendly design on the Skyline—previous attempts with the Nokia G22 were repairable, but not that...

Aug, 2024

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