The Nokia 1100, one of the best-selling mobile phones ever made, is making a comeback. According to Radiofonica 100.7, the classic handset has been reissued in a new version for the current market.
Multiple outlets, including Infobae and Clarin.com, report that the relaunched device carries a price of roughly US$32. The new model keeps the familiar, old-school design that made the original a global phenomenon, but it also adds at least one modern capability: the phone can charge other devices, a function that requires a specific activation step, per Infobae.
The return of the 1100 fits a broader trend of consumers gravitating toward simpler, more durable phones. As lu17.com notes, the new model is also being described with a focus on extended battery performance, with one report referencing up to 40 days of standby time. That kind of longevity is a stark contrast to modern smartphones, which typically need daily charging.
The original Nokia 1100 launched in 2003 and became a cultural touchstone, known for its flashlight, dust-resistant keypad, and rugged build. The new version appears to lean into that nostalgia while addressing a practical need: using the phone as a backup power source for other gadgets when you are away from an outlet.
For buyers in Argentina, Clarin.com highlights that the device is now available locally, with the US$32 price point making it an affordable option for those seeking a secondary phone or a digital detox device.
What to watch next: whether the revived 1100 will sell out quickly or prompt Nokia to bring back other retro models from its catalog.
