HMD Skyline now available in the Philippines

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HMD Global has introduced the HMD Skyline to the Philippine market, following its global debut last July. Priced competitively at PHP 24,990 (~$437) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, the device offers an even lower price of PHP 22,990 (~$402) during a limited-time sale on Shopee 61, Lazada 63, and TikTok Shop.

This pricing is notably lower compared to its European price of €599 (~$659 or PHP 37,650). The HMD Skyline is available in Neon Pink and Twisted Black.

A quick overview of the HMD Skyline, it is designed with a focus on sustainability and repairability. HMD Global has made the device almost entirely modular, allowing users to easily replace parts like the battery, screen, or back cover.

The phone also features a customizable side button for quick access to favorite apps.

On the performance side, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor and comes with a 120Hz OLED display.

The device also supports 33-watt wired charging and 15-watt Qi2 wireless charging, offering a new standard in magnetic alignment similar to Apple’s MagSafe.

What do you think of the HMD Skyline’s features and pricing? Is its focus on repairability and sustainability enough to make it stand out in the crowded midrange market? Share your thoughts below.

HMD Skyline specs:
6.5-inch FHD+ OLED display
144Hz refresh rate
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
8GB, 12GB RAM
128GB, 256GB internal storage
microSD card support
108MP main camera with OIS
50MP telephoto camera with up to 4x digital zoom
13MP ultrawide sensor
50MP front camera with AF
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Android 14
4,600mAh battery
33W wired fast charging, 15W magnetic Qi2 wireless charging

Randolph Novino

Founder of Pinoyscreencast started using YouTube as a medium to disseminate Filipino-spoken technical tutorials. He decided to embark on reviews focusing on affordable gadgets. As he kept sharing more content, his subscriber base grew and shared how his videos influenced them in making a product purchase. Randolph a.k.a "Biboy" has over a decade of experience with digital content creation, social media marketing, e-commerce strategy. He is also a maker who loves tinkering and creating functional things to make his life easier everyday. Email