HMD is not a newcomer in the smartphone market and even has an established reputation in the medium and cheap models. In India and worldwide, HMD is gradually establishing its presence in the mobile market with innovative designs and value-for-money phones. Recently, a new phone called HMD Vibe 2 has been listed on a retailer’s website.
Along with that, another new device named HMD Fuse has been spotted in the EPREL database, hinting at an upcoming launch. These leaks attract the attention of users who are looking for stylish design, a big battery, and smooth performance under a friendly price range. In this article, we talk about the HMD Vibe 2 design, specifications, and details of these phones and what to expect.
HMD Vibe 2 Design Details
The HMD Vibe 2 appears as a clean and simple phone, which is what many users like. From the retail listing, it comes with a flat display on the front and a dual rear camera setup on the back. The bezels are slim, which makes the phone look stylish. It is expected to come in multiple colors, so users can pick according to their choice. The design is made in such a way that it looks good in the hand and is also easy to use daily.
HMD Vibe 2 Specifications
As far as being a budgetary or midrange phone, the HMD Vibe 2 features what it is worth. The listing posts a display of a 6.56-inch LCD with HD+ resolution. The display has a refresh rate of 90Hz, so it will perform well when scrolling and general light gaming. The phone has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 that is designed to give the user a daily usage experience, such as calling, browsing, and light gaming. It is equipped with 6GB RAM and 128 GB storage, and can expand storage with the help of a microSD card.
Talking of the camera, the HMD Vibe 2 comes with a main camera of 50MP with a 2MP depth camera designed to take portrait shots. The selfie camera is 8MP and is located on its front. On the battery, the phone is pegged at 5,000mA, which is a normal battery capacity for this price range. It also has fast charging of 20W through the USB Type-C port.
| Category | Details |
| Display | 6.56-inch HD+ LCD, 90Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Storage | 128GB + microSD support |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 2MP |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 20W charging |
| OS | Android 14 |
Software and performance
The HMD Vibe 2 will run on Android 14 out of the box, giving a fresh and clean software experience. HMD phones are known for offering near-stock Android, which means there will be less bloatware and smooth navigation. With a Snapdragon 680 chipset and 6GB RAM, this phone is expected to handle normal tasks well. For heavy games, it may not be perfect, but for social media, calling, streaming, and browsing, it is enough. HMD is also likely to give updates for 2 years, so users can stay updated with new features.
Camera features
The main camera of HMD Vibe 2, which is 50MP, is impressive since it can take satisfactory pictures in daylight shots. The secondary sensor is 2MP, and it aids the portrait shot with background blur. With selfies, the 8MP single front camera is basic and satisfactory enough to support video calling and point-of-value shooting. Special features such as the Night mode, Portrait mode, and HDR would also be expected. Recording comes with video support in Full HD 1080p, making it better suited to casual video recording and sharing.
Battery and charging
The HMD Vibe 2 has a 5,000mAh battery that should have no problem surviving an entire day of regular use. The phone is capable of 20W charging, thus it can be charged within a reasonable duration. Through Type-C charger compatibility, the phone will be charged easily and faster than the older microUSB port. One of the advantages of the phone is this large battery, since the majority of people using a cell phone would like to have one that can go through the day without recharging itself time after time.
HMD Fuse spotted in the database
Apart from the HMD Vibe 2, another device called the HMD Fuse has been spotted in the EPREL certification database. From the listing, it shows that this device will pack a 4,900mAh battery. The certification doesn’t tell us about the design and specs, but it does confirm that the device is a thing and may come out soon. The HMD Fuse could be an additional budget phone aimed at the Indian and European markets.
Price and availability of HMD Vibe 2
Being a midrange phone, the HMD Vibe 2 will be priced around Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 18,000 in India, according to early reports. The phone will come in one or more color options, likely Black and Blue. It will be available both online through e-commerce websites and offline through retail stores. The official launch date is not confirmed yet, but since the phone is already listed on a retailer’s website, it is expected to go official very soon.
