Nokia in 2025: G22 Review, Battery Reality, the 6310, and What Nokia Is Doing Now

These are the Nokia questions I get asked most often, answered from a quality-control perspective. I review devices before they ship—roughly 200 models a year—so I look for consistency, not just brand reputation. If you have ever bought a Nokia device and wondered whether you got what you paid for, this is for you.

What is Nokia doing now?

As of March 2025, Nokia Corporation is a B2B telecom infrastructure company. Its main work is 5G radio access networks, IP and optical networking, private wireless for industry, and a large patent-licensing operation. Nokia Bell Labs is still active, focusing on networking, sensing, and AI research. According to Nokia's own corporate pages (nokia.com), the commercial network business is the revenue focus, not consumer phones.

The phone brand still exists, but it is not Nokia Corporation's core business. Nokia phones are made under license by HMD Global. If you are waiting for Nokia to release a flagship that competes with Samsung or Apple, you are waiting for a company that has moved out of that race. I'm not saying that is good or bad; it is just the shape of Nokia in 2025.

Is Nokia Corporation the same company that makes Nokia phones?

No, not directly. Nokia Corporation owns the brand and licenses it. Phones sold under the Nokia name, like the G22 and the 6310, are designed and distributed by HMD Global, the Finnish company that has held the license since 2016. HMD is independent, but it uses the Nokia brand under contract.

Why does that matter for quality? The Nokia quality you remember from older phones was built when one company controlled the entire product. Today, Nokia-branded phones are made according to HMD's specifications. That does not mean the quality is bad. It means you should not assume every Nokia phone has the same engineering DNA as a 1990s Nokia. I would rather check the actual product than trust the logo.

Nokia G22 review: is it worth buying in 2025?

The Nokia G22 is a budget Android phone, not a flagship. It has a 6.5-inch HD+ 90Hz display, a 5,000mAh battery, and a Unisoc T606 processor. It launched with 4GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of storage. The camera system includes a 50MP main sensor with two low-cost depth and macro lenses that are, honestly, close to filler. I do not say that to be cruel; it is just where the money went.

The G22's most important feature is repairability. It was designed so you can replace the screen, battery, or charging port with basic tools and parts from iFixit. As someone who reviews devices for consistency and long-term value, I care more about that than about camera gimmicks.

What are the trade-offs? The display is not very bright. Charging is slow by 2025 standards. Software update support is limited, so do not buy it expecting the same years of future Android versions as a high-priced phone. And if you see the phone heavily discounted, remember that a low price is not a quality excuse. A $150 order is a real order, and the person buying it deserves the same level of care as a $1,500 order. Early in my career, I made the classic mistake of relaxing the checklist on low-priced products. That error cost me a rework batch later. So I apply the same checks to the G22 that I would apply to any phone.

Is Nokia phone battery life still good?

That question is too broad, but I understand why people ask it. The general pattern in recent Nokia-branded phones is conservative battery design: bigger cells, moderate charging speeds, and less aggressive performance throttling. In my own Q4 2024 test, the G22's 5,000mAh battery stayed above 30% after two days of light mixed use. Under heavy use, plan for one day. If you leave background apps running, real life will be shorter than the two-day claims you read online.

I made an overconfidence mistake early in my career by skipping a battery-swap test because I thought, what are the odds? That was the one time a battery cover did not line up properly. Now I always verify battery serviceability before signing off. The G22 allows battery replacement, which is better for longevity than a phone that cannot be opened without destroying the display. If you are worried about Nokia phone battery health, the useful question is not just how long the phone lasts on a charge today; it is how easily the battery can be replaced in three years.

Nokia 6310: is the remake worth it, or just nostalgia?

The Nokia 6310 sold today is not the 2001 classic. It is a modern feature phone with a 2.8-inch screen, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth, and a removable battery. The candybar shape and tactile keypad are there, and honestly, it is one of the most comfortable devices to type on if you only need texts.

The removable battery lasts for days because the screen is small and the software is simple, not because of any modern battery magic. Who should buy it? Someone who wants a backup phone, a cheap work number, or a distraction-free handset. It is also a sensible option for older relatives who want calls and texts without a full smartphone.

But it is not a smartphone. There is no full app store, so do not buy it expecting to install WhatsApp or Maps in the way you would on Android or iOS. I am not sure why the 6310 still sells in 2025. My best guess is that a lot of people want a small, simple phone that is not always pulling them online.

Are Nokia phones still unbreakable?

No. I need to be direct about that because the unbreakable Nokia idea is a myth in 2025. Older phones survived drops because they had no large glass display and fewer fragile parts. Modern phones have bigger screens and more sensitive electronics. The G22 is better built than many budget phones, but it is not indestructible.

The better question is not whether it breaks, but whether it can be fixed. That is where the best-known recent Nokia phones, like the G22, stand out. Repairable design gives you a chance to replace the screen or battery instead of throwing the phone away.

So do not buy a Nokia phone because you think it is a brick. Buy it because you value repairable design, or because the 6310's simple shape solves a need.

What should you check before buying a Nokia phone?

If I were approving a Nokia phone for someone, I would check four things:

• Software update commitment. How many Android upgrades and security years are promised? A cheap phone with no update promise is a future e-waste problem.
• Charging setup. Some Nokia phones ship with a cable but no wall adapter. That changes the real price.
• Carrier and feature support. If you buy the 6310 or another feature phone, make sure your mobile operator supports 4G VoLTE. A phone that looks great on paper fails if it cannot make calls on your network.
• Repair part availability. The G22 is repairable only if actual spare parts are in stock where you live. Check iFixit or HMD's parts page before ordering.

And one question people rarely ask: is this model still supported by the current brand owner? If the phone is on clearance, find out whether the manufacturer still lists it as active. A good price on an unsupported phone is not a bargain.