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HMD
HMD Barbie
Release 2024, Sep
Unfolded: 201 x 55.1 x 10.9 mm Folded: 108.4 x 55.1 x 18.9 mm
KaiOS 3.1 (USA only)
RM 699.00
Source last updated 1 Sept 2024 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.
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This is a flip phone through and through, built for calls, texts, and not much else. The 2.8-inch TFT LCD display runs at a modest 240 x 320 resolution, and the entry-level chipset (Unisoc T107 or Snapdragon 215 depending on market) keeps things simple rather than snappy. HMD Barbie price in Malaysia starts from RM699, positioning it as a budget or secondary device rather than a daily driver.
The 1450 mAh battery is removable, a rare feature these days, and should be enough for a phone with no demanding apps to run. Camera specs vary by region, topping out at 5 MP on some units, so don't expect much beyond snapshot quality. Dual Nano-SIM slots, USB Type-C charging, and a wired headphone jack round out the practical bits.
It comes in a single Power Pink colourway, leaning into the novelty factor as much as the function. If you want a lightweight backup phone or something for basic use, this fits; if you need apps or a good camera, look elsewhere.
Full Specifications
Release
- Release Status
- Release 2024, Sep
Performance
- Processor
- 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 - INT
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 - USA - Chipset
- Unisoc T107 (22 nm) - INT
Qualcomm QM215 Snapdragon 215 (28 nm) - USA - GPU
- Adreno 308 (USA)
- RAM & Storage
- 4GB 512MB RAM, 128MB 64MB RAM, 128MB (INT)
4GB (USA) - External Storage
- microSDHC
- OS
- KaiOS 3.1 (USA only)
- Battery
- Li-Ion 1450 mAh, removable battery
Screen
- Display size
- 2.8 inches, 24.3 cm2 (~21.9% screen-to-body ratio)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density) - Display type
- TFT LCD
Body
- Dimension
- Unfolded: 201 x 55.1 x 10.9 mm
Folded: 108.4 x 55.1 x 18.9 mm - Weight
- 123.5 g (4.37 oz)
- Colors
- Power Pink
Connectivity
- SIM
- Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
- Data Speed
- HSPA, LTE
- Wifi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (USA only)
- Bluetooth
- 5.0, A2DP (INT), 4.2, A2DP (USA)
- NFC
- No
- USB
- USB Type-C
- GPS
- Yes (USA)
- Radio
- Wireless FM radio
Sensors
- Sensors
- No
Camera & Video
- Rear Camera
- 0.3 MP (INT)
5 MP (USA) - Video
- Yes
- Features
- LED flash
Audio
- Loud Speaker
- Yes
- Sound Jack
- Yes
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Frequently asked questions
Does the HMD Barbie support 5G?
Based on its listed network specs (HSPA, LTE), the HMD Barbie does not support 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the HMD Barbie have?
The HMD Barbie comes with 4GB 512MB RAM, 128MB 64MB RAM, 128MB (INT)<br>4GB (USA).
What's the battery capacity of the HMD Barbie?
The HMD Barbie has a Li-Ion 1450 mAh, removable battery battery.
Is the HMD Barbie still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the HMD Barbie is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Release 2024, Sep).
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