Growing up in the 2000s, the inevitable part of your childhood was the Nokia 1100, a device once nicknamed “the brick” by many people who owned one because of its firm build that rendered it impervious to drops. It had fantastic battery life: it lasted several days on one charge.
Fast forward to the year 2025, and Nokia is back again with a new look for the old faithful phone. It’s an homage to the past but is completely reengineered to meet modern expectations.
At this time, when everyone has expensive smartphones that need charging twice daily, the target segment of the new Nokia 1100 is for persons who just want a simple, reliable and no-fuff phone.
Design – Nostalgia, new style
The old Nokia 1100 had a very simple design – small display, soft keypad and plastic body. But the Nokia 1100 of 2025 has been made even more premium while maintaining that simplicity.
Aerospace-grade aluminum has now been incorporated into the body. The effect of this is that when one holds the phone, it feels like the weight of a strong and expensive device is being held in one’s hand.
Besides, the keypad bears a new design. The keys are ceramic-coated and have durability features; they give a substance-click sound upon pressing.
In addition, the middle navigation key is made of sapphire crystal to make it even finer. This gives it a different charm.
This phone is available in three colors – Heritage Blue, Midnight Black and Arctic Silver. These colors remind you of the “timeless look” of the old Nokia but with a modern touch.
Battery life – the real superpower
If there was any biggest strength of Nokia 1100, it was the battery. And the 2025 model is even ahead in this case.
- It has a 6000mAh battery.
- If you use it normally, then this phone will last you for about 4 weeks.
- If you make calls and use a little internet throughout the day, then it will easily last for 2 weeks.
- And if you leave it only on standby, then it can last for more than two months.
Not only this, this phone comes with USB-C charging and the special thing is that you can also use it as a power bank. That is, if you have another smartphone whose battery is dead, then you can charge it with Nokia 1100.
Display – Simple but useful
This phone has a 2.8-inch transflective display.
Its specialty is that the screen is clearly visible even in bright sunlight.
This display is not for video streaming or gaming, but is perfect for calls, messages and running important apps.
Nokia has also provided a 13MP rear camera in it. Even though it is not a camera like a high-end smartphone, it is good enough for taking photos on the spot.
Smart features – without unnecessary hassle
This phone falls in the category of a feature phone, but some smart features have also been given in it.
It runs on KaiOS, in which essential apps like WhatsApp, Google Maps, YouTube and Google Assistant are already available.
You can use the Internet in it, but its specialty is that there is no hassle of more apps and notifications in it. That is, you will do important work but will be able to avoid social media addiction.
It has 4G LTE support, so your calling quality will be very clear.
Along with this, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC are also provided in it. You can use NFC for “tap-and-pay” transactions.
Hardware – Small phone, strong performance
Don’t take this phone lightly.
- It has 4GB of RAM, which is enough for a feature phone.
- Its lightweight operating system runs smoothly without any lag.
- Menus and apps load very quickly.
- It has inbuilt storage where you can keep your contacts, photos and songs.
- If you need more storage, then microSD card support is also available in it.
Who is this phone for?
The Nokia 1100 (2025) is perfect for those who still want simplicity and reliability in their phone.
- As a secondary phone: If you have an expensive smartphone and you want a phone with long battery and easy calling, then this is a great option.
- For travelers: If you travel often and don’t want to worry about charging, then this phone will come in handy.
- For the elderly: For those who do not need many features and just need calling, messaging and essential apps, this phone is very easy to understand and use.
- For those who avoid distractions: If you are annoyed with smartphone notifications and want the phone to work only when needed, then Nokia 1100 is the perfect choice.
Why is this phone different?
Nowadays every company in the market is making smartphones. Every year new features come, but the biggest problem in them is – battery and distracting apps.
Smartphones keep you online all the time, which affects your sleep, attention and work.
Nokia 1100 is made for those people who want to take advantage of technology, but do not want to be its slave.
Final thoughts
This new avatar of Nokia 1100 has not come just to revive old memories, but it is a phone that has been made by understanding the needs of today.
- It has a powerful battery,
- a robust design,
- essential smart features and a hassle-free experience And it is.
In this crowded smartphone market, where every phone looks almost the same, the new Nokia 1100 stands out with its simplicity and reliable style.
Just like the Nokia 1100 became a part of every household two decades ago, this new version of the Nokia 1100 is also likely to be popular among those who like technology in a simple and useful form.
