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Nokia 8 Sirocco was officially introduced by Nokia at MWC 2018, showcasing its 3D curved display, premium Zeiss camera lenses, stainless steel frame, and high-end configuration, positioning it as the true flagship of Nokia in 2018.
Luxurious Design with 3D Curved Glass and Stainless Steel Frame
Nokia 8 Sirocco boasts a sophisticated design, glossy finish, 3D curved display, with 95% of its body wrapped in glass and a stainless steel frame for solidity. The dual curved edges resemble the design of premium Samsung phones like the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G 256GB. The slim top and bottom bezels, removal of the physical home button, and relocation of the fingerprint sensor to the back contribute to its sleek appearance.
The display of Nokia 8 Sirocco boasts a cutting-edge pOLED panel.
On the front, Nokia 8 Sirocco features a 3D curved glass measuring 5.5 inches, showcasing a pOLED display with Quad HD resolution (2560x1440 pixels) protected by Gorilla Glass 5. Unlike others following the 18:9 trend, Nokia maintains the traditional 16:9 aspect ratio on the Nokia 8 Sirocco. The back of the phone is also crafted with Gorilla Glass 5, requiring caution as it may break upon impact.
Impeccably finished design.
With the screen dominating the entire front surface, Nokia has relocated the fingerprint sensor to the back, just below the Zeiss camera module. All edges of the mobile phone are gracefully curved, cleverly concealing the antennas.
Premium configuration featuring the Snapdragon 835 chipset and 6GB of RAM.
In terms of specifications, the Nokia 8 Sirocco is equipped with the Snapdragon 835 processor from Qualcomm, 6 GB RAM, and 128 GB internal storage. The phone has also bid farewell to the 3.5mm headphone jack, opting for the USB Type-C port and supporting wireless charging.
High-end configuration with the Snapdragon 835 chipset and 6GB of RAM.
This phone distinguishes itself by abandoning the aluminum rear shell found in the Nokia 8, opting instead for a glass back with Gorilla Glass 5, mirroring its front panel. The frame is crafted from stainless steel. Utilizing glass on the back enables wireless charging functionality.
Impressively equipped dual-camera system with Carl Zeiss lenses.
In the camera department, the device features a dual 12MP wide-angle + 13MP telephoto setup, offering 2X optical zoom, and, of course, the renowned Carl Zeiss optics.
Camera setup featuring Carl Zeiss lenses.
The company has also introduced a professional photography mode, allowing users to adjust white balance, focus points, ISO, shutter speed, and more. The device retains the 'Bothie' feature, simultaneously using the 5MP front and rear cameras (compared to 13MP on the Nokia 8).
Explore the professional capture mode on the Nokia 8 Sirocco
The front-facing 5-megapixel camera boasts a wide angle (84 degrees), perfect for selfies, and comes with software support for simultaneous photo capture with both front and rear cameras.
Official pricing and release date
Nokia 8 Sirocco is expected to hit the shelves in April with a price tag of 20.97 million VND. The device comes pre-loaded with Android 8.0 Oreo and will receive an OTA upgrade to Android 8.1 in the near future.
