Even as the allure of ruthless affordability grips the smartphone realm, there's a distinct charm in the simplicity of feature phones. It's a truthful sentiment we Indians hold dear, faced with entry-level smartphones so often caught in the net of underperformance on full charge, let alone robust daily calls.

Responding to this distinctive demand and potential in the budding market sectors, Microsoft craftingly unveiled the Nokia 222 and its twin, the Nokia 222 Dual SIM. These less glitzy devices pack the robust essence of iconic Nokia branding and deliver on the promise of a prodigious battery quotient.

Both sleek machines run on the Series30+ OS and are graced with a compact 2.4-inch QVGA display and access to 2G/Edge connectivity. They serve up an undemanding衔接 to Facebook and Twitter, while supporting занятия via FB messenger and GroupMe. Tune into your favorite frequencies with the FM radio, or swap files locally using the robust Bluetooth SLAM.

A spacious canvas for personalizing memory is provided by the support for an up to 32GB MicroSD card, ideal for audio playlists, cherished images, and other digital treasures. And, there's the 2MP camera module fixed at the rear for capturing the world in 320x240px videos at a breezy 15fps.

Commodious at a petite price point, the Nokia 222 and 222 Dual SIM will touch down at just $37 (close to 2500 INR). Look out for their arrival in emerging markets from September, with India imminent to be among the chosen destinations.