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HMD Touch AI feature phone launches for around $69 with Doubao AI

Lena Fischer 2 min read

HMD Touch AI launches in China for around $69, featuring a 3.2- inch screen, USB- C, and ByteDance Doubao AI for translation and image generation.

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HMD is bringing back the feature phone era, but this time with artificial intelligence built in. The HMD Touch AI targets users who want a distraction-free device that still handles modern digital tasks. We see this as a practical option for readers who need a secondary phone for calls and essential apps without the complexity of a smartphone.

Nokia-inspired hardware meets ByteDance AI translation tools

The device sports a 3.2-inch touchscreen with a design inspired by the classic Nokia Lumia series. It includes 2MP cameras on the front and back for basic photography needs. The phone runs on a platform that supports dual-SIM 4G connectivity, Wi-Fi, and hotspot functionality for mobile internet sharing.

Specifications

  • Display: 3.2-inch touchscreen
  • Battery: 1,950mAh with USB Type-C charging
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM 4G, Wi-Fi, Hotspot
  • AI Features: ByteDance Doubao (translation, text-to-image)
  • Special Button: Customizable SOS alert

Powering the device is a 1,950mAh battery that charges via a USB Type-C port. The hardware integrates ByteDance’s Doubao AI model to enable specific features. Users can access Chinese-English translation and text-to-image generation directly on the phone.

The phone supports Alipay for mobile payments and includes a customizable physical button on the top. This button can be configured to trigger an SOS alert for emergency situations. Full specifications of the device are yet to be disclosed according to the source.

The HMD Touch AI is available for pre-order in China for CNY 469 (around $69.16). This launch aligns with the expanding market for feature phones that incorporate artificial intelligence capabilities. The device offers a concrete entry point for users seeking affordable, focused mobile hardware.

HMD confirms the availability and pricing for this specific regional release. Buyers in China can now secure the device through pre-order channels. The device combines a design inspired by older Nokia models with contemporary AI functions such as translation and image generation.

Source: HMD, NotebookCheck

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