HMD Key

The design of the HMD Key focuses on practicality and durability. Weighing in at 185.4 g and measuring 166.4 mm in height and 76.9 mm in width, the device provides a balanced form that is easy to handle. With a thickness of 9 mm and a volume of 115.16544 cm³, it maintains a compact profile. The phone is water resistant with an IP52 rating, offering protection against moderate water exposure. However, it does not feature a rugged build and cannot be folded, focusing instead on a sleek, solid design for everyday use.

The HMD Key features a 6.52″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 576 x 1280 px and a pixel density of 215 ppi, providing clear and vibrant visuals. Although it does not include branded damage-resistant glass, HDR10 support, or an Always-On display, it offers a reliable touch screen experience without the complexity of secondary displays or advanced video technologies like Dolby Vision.

The HMD Key is powered by the Unisoc SC9832E chipset with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.4 GHz, supported by 2GB of RAM running at 667 MHz. It offers 32GB of internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via external memory. The device includes integrated graphics, with a GPU clock speed of 680 MHz, and supports OpenGL ES 3.2. The system runs on eMMC 5.1 storage, with a PassMark score of 453, ensuring smooth everyday performance.

The HMD Key is equipped with an 8 MP main camera and a 5 MP front camera, designed to capture detailed photos and videos. It supports features like phase-detection autofocus for photos, continuous autofocus during video recording, and manual controls for exposure, ISO, and focus. The camera also supports HDR for enhanced image quality, burst mode for rapid shots, and the ability to create panoramas and time-lapse videos. However, it lacks optical zoom, a dual-tone flash, and advanced video recording technologies like HDR10 or Dolby Vision.

The HMD Key runs on Android 14 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features, such as clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera/microphone access control. Users can also enjoy theme customization, dark mode, dynamic theming, and customizable notifications. The device supports functionalities like Live Text, full-page screenshots, split screen, and PiP (Picture-in-Picture). However, it does not include features like Mail Privacy Protection, Wi-Fi password sharing, or direct OS updates.

The HMD Key is equipped with a 4000 mAh rechargeable battery, providing solid power for everyday use. It supports fast charging at 10W, although it does not feature wireless charging or a removable battery. The device includes a battery level indicator, ensuring users can easily monitor charge status, and it comes with a charger for convenience.

The HMD Key offers a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired audio connections, but it does not feature stereo speakers. It includes a radio for listening to broadcasts, and is equipped with a single microphone for capturing sound.

This device supports 2 SIM cards and includes essential connectivity features such as Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Bluetooth 4.2. It also has a USB Type-C port for versatile data transfer, an external memory slot for expandable storage, and a fingerprint scanner for enhanced security. Additionally, it offers GPS and Galileo support for location services.

This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced video recording, but it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display. These aspects ensure the device maintains a more traditional design while providing essential lighting for videos.