The HMD Skyline marks a significant milestone for HMD Global, stepping out from Nokia’s shadow with a device that blends retro design cues with modern innovation. Designed for creators and Gen Z users, Skyline is more than just a phone—it’s a customizable, repairable, and camera-centric powerhouse.
Specification:
- Triple Rear Camera System:
- 108 MP wide lens with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- 50 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom
- 13 MP ultrawide lens for expansive shots
- Front Camera Excellence:
- 50 MP selfie camera with autofocus, eye-tracking, and gesture controls
- Repair-It-Yourself Design:
- Easily replace the screen, battery, back cover, and charging port using iFixit guides
- Custom Button:
- Assign shortcuts for apps, flashlight, or even your favorite AI assistant
- Detox Mode:
- Blocks social media notifications for a more mindful digital experience
- Entertainment-Ready Display:
- 6.55″ pOLED screen with 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10 support
- Wireless Charging:
- Qi2 magnetic wireless charging and 5W reverse wireless charging
But, HMD had a bumpy start with the HMD Skyline. The software seems to be unfinished, and bugs were ironed out slowly, if at all. The most crippling effect happened after the first Android 15 build that causes battery to drain faster, significant throttling affecting performance, artefacts in DarkVision and bugs from Android 14 that were not fixed!
With no HMD Skyline 2 anytime soon, and the massive price drop in its selling price, the HMD Skyline still pulls interest due to its unique design and features, but the question remains, CAN I BUY NOW?
Well, the below comparison may give you some clues…..so which is which?
So, in this rather lengthy video, I attempt to share my findings with you to give you an idea how the device performs and hopefully, the Skyline gets into your hands after this!
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