HMD Global Unveils HMD Touch 4G Feature Phone in India
The HMD Touch 4G, a new feature phone with a touchscreen, has debuted in India, but it is unlikely to be available in the US market. The device merges characteristics of smartphones and feature phones with a touchscreen interface and video calling capabilities, reports 24brussels.
Launched on October 7, 2025, the Touch 4G is priced at ₹4,999 (approximately $55). Despite its appearance resembling that of a smartphone, its compact design features a 3.2-inch screen and weighs only 100 grams. However, this diminutive size comes with significant limitations.
Unlike most modern phones, the HMD Touch 4G does not operate on Android; it employs a custom operating system known as RTOS Touch. Consequently, it lacks access to standard Android applications. Instead, users can utilize the Cloud Phone Service, a platform catering to basic HMD browser applications. While the phone supports messaging options like group chats and video calls via the Express Chat app, it requires friends using smartphones to also install the application for complete functionality.
Additional features include a headphone jack and USB-C charging. However, with only 128MB of internal storage, users may find it necessary to purchase a microSD card to expand their storage capacity.
The emergence of specialized devices like the HMD Touch 4G comes amid an evolving mobile landscape, where the demand for simple yet functional devices continues to persist. This launch signals HMD Global’s strategy to cater to a segment of the market that seeks affordability while maintaining basic smartphone capabilities.