The HMD Aura2 (stylized as the Aura2 (Aura squared)[2]) is an entry-level Android smartphone that was manufactured, branded, and designed by HMD Global on February 11, 2025, until its launch date on March 13, 2025, in Australia.[3] It was the successor of the HMD Aura with the same camera module and also a reparable device.[4]
| Brand | HMD |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HMD Global |
| Type | Smartphone |
Series | Aura |
First released |  Australia: March 13, 2025 |
| Predecessor | HMD Aura |
| Slate | |
| Colors | Midnight Black Icy Blue |
| Dimensions | 166.4 mm (6.55 in) H 76.9 mm (3.03 in) W 9 mm (0.35 in) D |
| Weight | 185.4 g (6.54 oz) |
| Android 14 (Go edition) | |
| Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | IMG8322 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| microSDXC | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh Li-Po |
| Charging | 10W wired |
| Rear camera | 13 MP, (wide), AF LED flash, panorama, 1080p video |
| Front camera | 5 MP |
| Display | 6.52 in (166 mm) IPS LCD 576 x 1280 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~215 ppi) |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, GLONASS, USB-C |
| Data inputs | Capacitive touchscreen, Fingerprint scanner (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity |
| IP54 (EU only) | |
| References | [1] |
Development
editIn September 2024, HMD planned the development of the HMD Aura2 with 2 rear cameras consisting of a 13-megapixel main camera and a 0.8-megapixel camera and the same display from its predecessor. The front camera was also upgraded to 8-megapixels as well. Since the official announcement was taken on February 11, 2025, it was no longer mentioned the secondary 0.8-megapixel camera including the upgraded front camera and the 6.56-inch display, which would take the same as the predecessor with a slightly smaller display sizing at about 6.52 inches.[5]
Specifications
editHardware
editThe HMD Aura 2 features a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 576 x 1280 pixels and a peak brightness of 460 nits. The device is powered by a Unisoc SC9863A chipset built on a 28 nm process, featuring an octa-core CPU (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 and 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55) and an IMG8322 GPU. It comes with 4GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via a microSDXC card slot.[2]
The phone is designed with repairability in mind, allowing users to replace the display, back cover, battery, and charging port.[6] It measures 166.4 x 76.9 x 9 mm, weighs 185.4 grams, and holds an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance (EU model). Power is supplied by a 5,000 mAh non-removable battery supporting 10W wired charging. Physical connectivity includes a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.[7]
Cameras
editThe device is equipped with a basic camera system featured by a single 13 MP wide-angle lens with autofocus (AF) and an LED flash. Supported camera features include panorama mode and video recording. On the front, there is a 5 MP selfie camera housed within the display's notch, which is also capable of capturing video.
Software
editThe HMD Aura 2 runs on Android 14 (Go edition) as its mobile operating system.
References
edit- ↑ "HMD Aura 2 - Full phone specifications". GSMArena.com. Retrieved May 3, 2026.
- 1 2 Michail. "HMD Aura² silently announced". GSMArena.com. Retrieved 2026-05-03.
- ↑ Onawole, Habeeb (2025-02-12). "HMD Aura² launches in Australia with a downgraded display and Android 14 (Go Edition)". Notebookcheck. Retrieved 2026-05-03.
- ↑ "Ranking Android OEMs from worst to best in 2025". Android Authority. 2025-12-28. Retrieved 2026-05-03.
- ↑ Onawole, Habeeb (2024-09-22). "Specs and render of HMD Aura 2 budget Android phone leak". Notebookcheck. Retrieved 2026-05-03.
- ↑ Kidman, Alex (2025-06-13). "HMD Aura 2 Review: Exceptional Repairability (and that's about all)". Alex Reviews Tech. Retrieved 2026-05-03.
- ↑ Marin (2025-02-10). "HMD Aura² – A Budget Phone with a Big Battery | Nokiamob". Retrieved 2026-05-03.