The Nokia 235 4G 2nd Edition is the camera-focused member of HMD’s larger-screen 2026 feature-phone pair. It combines a 2.8-inch display and physical keypad with a front camera for Xpress Chat video calls, a rear camera, 4G, and a dedicated AI-assistant button.
What distinguishes the Nokia 235?
The rear camera is the clearest difference from the closely related Nokia 215 4G 2nd Edition. The catalog lists a 2-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel front camera. These are basic sensors for snapshots and video calls, not a substitute for a modern smartphone camera, but they expand what the phone can do beyond calls and messages.
The 2.8-inch QVGA display is also significant. It gives more room for video-call previews, menus, and the online information HMD makes available through its feature-phone services. The result is a phone that sits between a traditional basic handset and a smartphone in capability, while retaining physical controls.
What are the online features?
HMD says Xpress Chat supports video calls, voice messages, text chats, photos, and group conversations, including communication with smartphone users who install the companion app. The AI assistant can respond to voice prompts for tasks such as opening the rear camera, switching on the torch, setting alarms, calling contacts, or answering questions.
Those features have practical caveats. Availability depends on local regulations and network support, video calls can use significant mobile data, and HMD says the AI service requires a subscription after a 180-day trial. Buyers should confirm what works with their operator and region before treating the feature list as a guarantee.
Who should choose it?
The Nokia 235 4G 2nd Edition is the better fit for someone who wants the largest screen and a rear camera in this new keypad-phone group. The Nokia 215 4G 2nd Edition is the simpler camera-free alternative, while the Nokia 200 4G offers similar modern communication ideas in a smaller format. Browse the full catalog for a broader comparison.
