If you own a Nokia 8110 , aka the Banana Phone, that was released by HMD Global company just last year and at the same time you have been wishing there was a way you can use a WhatsApp mobile app with this phone, you will be happy to know that your wishe has just been heard by the folks over at HMD Global. That's because, starting today, you can now download the app from the app store.
"Millions of people stay in touch with their loved ones through messaging apps such as WhatsApp, so we wanted to bring the platform to fans of our retro classic, the Nokia 8110. Now, you can keep up-to-date on your own family and friends' groups, share messages and never miss a moment, all with the style and cool factor of a true Nokia classic," shares Sancho Chak, HMD Global General Manager for the Philippines.
The Nokia 8810 is powered by a KaiOS mobile operating system for feature phones like this and according to HMD Global, it is the leading mobile OS for "smart feature phones" and the only one with app store of its own. Through its own app store, users can also download Google services such as Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Search, as well as YouTube. Facebook app is also available there, and then of course now, WhatsApp.
Make sure you update your KaiOS software on your Nokia 8110, and once updated, you can just simply head over to the KaiStore and download those newly supported apps including WhatsApp.
In case you are also interested in getting this phone, you can purchase one from Lazada, Shopee, Argomall online shops as well as at authorized retailers nationwide in Black or Banana Yellow for just Php3,990.
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