Human Mobile Devices (HMD), the makers of Nokia phones and Europe’s largest smartphone manufacturer, has officially rolled out its latest range of devices in the Kenyan market. As the official smartphone partner of FC Barcelona, one of the world’s most iconic football clubs, HMD brings the same values of performance, reliability, and passion to its new lineup: the HMD Arc and HMD 130 Music (also known as Frodo).
Designed with the Kenyan consumer in mind, these devices offer affordability, durability, and practicality for everyday life.
Now available through select retailers and online stores across the country, the devices are built for real-world use, offering value, durability, and practicality for everyone. Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, hustler, or music lover — there’s an HMD device for you.
HMD Arc: A Stylish, Repairable Smartphone That Lasts
With its easy-to-repair design and long-lasting 5000mAh battery, the HMD Arc is ideal for Kenyans looking for a reliable smartphone that won’t break the bank—or be difficult to fix. With up to 51 hours of battery life, users can stay connected longer without worrying about frequent charging. The phone also maintains at least 80% battery capacity even after 800 full charging cycles, delivering consistent, reliable performance over time.
The HMD Arc is equipped with Portrait and Night camera modes plus a variety of filters, that helps users capture everyday moments with ease – whether it’s a family gathering, a night out, or a scenic road trip.
Running on Android™ 14 (Go edition), the HMD Arc delivers a clean, intuitive experience that’s secure and efficient, even on a budget. With quarterly security updates for 2 years, users can stay safe and productive. Virtual Memory support also boosts multitasking, converting storage into extra RAM to keep things running smoothly – ideal for streaming, social media, and day-to-day multitasking.
The HMD Arc retails at KES 14,000
HMD 130 Music (Frodo): Big Sound in a Compact Package
For those who love music and prefer a simple, reliable phone, the HMD 130 Music, also known as Frodo, brings together style, sound, and everyday durability. This phone which is HMD’s first designed feature phone in the Kenyan market, has a powerful loudspeaker for crystal-clear audio and a built-in MP3 player and FM radio that works with or without earphones.
HMD 130 Music has a long battery life of up to 1 month of standby from a single charge.
Commenting on the availability of the devices in the market, Regional Marketing Manager- West, East & Central Africa (WECA) Maureen Kambona remarked “We’re proud to bring these phones that truly understand the needs of our market. Consumers want more than just a phone – they want value, reliability, and style. Whether it’s the repairable Arc or the music-ready Frodo, HMD delivers devices that truly understand everyday needs giving users full value for their money.
To celebrate the Easter season, HMD is giving consumers a reason to upgrade with a limited-time pre-order offer on the HMD Skyline.
This premium device which retails at KES 60,000 is now available in limited quantities at select retailers across the country for just KES 35,000 and comes in a sleek Black variant. As part of the offer, each Skyline pre-order comes with a free HMD hoodie to keep you warm and a free phone cover for your device.
