If you figured the Nokia Lumia line was little more than a relic from the early 2010s, think again. Surprising much of the tech world, Nokia today has revealed the rebirth of the Lumia name, starting with the introduction of the new Nokia Lumia 300.
This is a gutsy move — part nostalgia, part ambition — and it could be a much-needed shake-up in the smartphone race.
Amidst a smartphone world of android copycats and iPhone dopplegangers it’s refreshing to get something that’s just a little bit different – Nokia’s Lumia 300.
And it’s not going after the latest flagships, but instead it also brings something of its own to the table – a soul, a bit of character, and a gentle nod to the good ol’ days…with a twist of the now and the future.
Design: Retro Vibes with a Twist of Modernity
The Lumia 300. The first thing you’ll notice about the Lumia 300 is that familiar Lumia DNA — strong colorful super-flexible shell, sharp lines and a polycarbonate body that feels just great in the hand. No slippery glass back here. Nokia recognises that not everybody wants a glass-backed slab.
The Lumia 300 has Cyan-Blue, Matte-Black, Bright-Red and Classic-White, adding a splash of color in grey-and-gold phones we’ve been seeing for years. At the very least it’s bracing.
Oh, and the display here is a 6.1-inch IPS LCD (not OLED), which might annoy some fans, but it looks available — it’s crisp, bright, and does surprisingly well in the glare of the sun. Thick bezels? A little. But that’s part of the retro appeal, no?
Lumia goes for a fresh start with an OS
Here’s where it starts to get interesting.
Whereas traditional Lumias were powered by Windows predecessors of Android, the Lumia 300 operates using a relatively snappy 14 version of Geez, a slimmed down version Geez is a proprietary operating system which uses a Metro-style, tile-based UI skin, and it’s fairly easy to navigate once familiar with the layout.
It’s on Android, so you can download all your apps, but to hold it and see it in person it feels like the Lumia of old. Fast, minimal, and clean.
No bloatware, no bullshit — just smooth machine. And sure, there’s even some throwback Live Tiles-style functionality for the home screen. If you missed that customizable, glanceable interface, you’ll feel right at home here.
Performance and Battery
Inside, you’re looking at a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor along with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage (microSD expandable).
It’s not the slickest super-car of a phone you’ve ridden in, but it’s more than able to get you from A to B without breaking a sweat.
As for battery, you should be covered for a whole day (or more) thanks to a 4,500 mAh power bank on the Lumia 300. If you’re a light user, you might be able to even eke out two.
Charging is done through USB-C at 33W fast charging — there’s no wireless charging here, either, but that’s no deal-breaker at this price.
Camera: More Workman Than Showman
Nokia’s not playing the megapixel number game here. The Lumia 300 also comes with a 50MP rear camera with OIS and a 16MP selfie shooter.
Photos are sharp and natural in good light, though it does falter a little in low-light conditions. But again, this isn’t a device designed to compete with top-of-the-line flagships — it’s meant to get the basics right.
Nokia Lumia 300 – A Few Pros and Cons
Pros Cons
✅ Distinctive nostalgia design ❌ Not for hardcore gamers or camera buffs
✅ Stock Android with Lumia-like skin ❌No wireless charging
✅ Excellent battery life ❌ LCD panel, not AMOLED
✅Expandable storage and 3.5mm headphone jack❌Average low-light camera performance
✅ Affordable price ❌ No IP rating for water/dust resistance
Nokia Lumia 300 come in Dhansu battery backup
The Nokia Lumia 300 isn’t for everyone–that’s partially the point. It’s for people who are bored with cookie-cutter smartphones.
It’s for people who long for personality in their gadgets, who crave a device that does more than just function, but feels like theirs.
Given the fact that it is expected to be priced at about ₹18,000 ($200), Lumia 300 argues quite a case. It’s not flawless, which it doesn’t have to be. It’s cute, capable and feels very much like a Lumia.
If you want to be different, but don’t want to pay too much for the privilege, then this could just be the comeback story that you’ve been waiting for.
