Nokia Flip and Feature Phones in Pakistan (2026): 2360 Flip and 235 4G Prices

Every few months, feature phones quietly trend again, and the reason is almost never nostalgia. It is a parent who wants big buttons and a loud speaker. A shopkeeper who needs a second number that survives a week on standby. Or someone tired of charging a smartphone every single night. Nokia — now made by HMD — still owns this corner of the market, and two models are getting searched a lot in Pakistan right now.

Nokia 2360 Flip — the one with the SOS button (around Rs 15,499)

The Nokia 2360 Flip launched at the start of November 2026 and it leans fully into being a phone for parents and grandparents. It is a proper flip phone: a 2.8-inch screen inside, a small 1.77-inch screen outside so you can see who is calling without opening it, and — the feature that actually sells it — a dedicated SOS button. There is also "Family Assist", which lets a family member manage the phone remotely, a genuinely thoughtful touch if you are buying it for an elderly relative in another city.

One important limitation: this is a 2G-only phone. Calls and texts work fine on Pakistan's networks, which still run 2G, but there is no WhatsApp, no internet to speak of, and the camera is a basic QVGA unit with a flash. Storage is a tiny 4 MB with a memory card slot for music. The battery is 1,450 mAh and removable — in a phone this simple, with no large touchscreen or background apps, that typically means several days between charges. The price in Pakistan is currently estimated at around Rs 15,499, which is not cheap for a feature phone; you are paying for the flip design and the safety features, not raw hardware.

Nokia 235 4G — the sensible one (Rs 6,999)

If the flip is about comfort, the Nokia 235 4G is about common sense. It costs Rs 6,999 in Pakistan, connects to 4G (useful as networks slowly move away from older standards), and covers the basics properly: a 2.8-inch screen, wireless FM radio, an MP3 player, Bluetooth 5.0, a 2 MP camera with flash, USB-C charging — yes, the same cable as your smartphone — and a removable 1,450 mAh battery. It runs Nokia's Series 30+ software, which your father has probably used before and will not need you to explain.

A refreshed Nokia 235 4G (2026) has also been announced, adding a small front camera for video calls. Its Pakistan price is not confirmed yet; when it lands, expect it to sit a little above the current model. If you need a phone today, the existing 235 4G at Rs 6,999 is the one to buy.

So, which one?

Buying for an elderly parent and want the safety net? The 2360 Flip, if the budget stretches. Buying a second phone, a backup for load-shedding hours, or something for the kids that is not a smartphone? The 235 4G at half the price is the smarter purchase. Either way, buy from a shop that gives you the official warranty — inexpensive feature phones are frequently copied, and a warranty is the easiest way to tell a genuine unit from a replica.

Frequently asked questions

Do these phones support WhatsApp?

No. Both are voice-and-text phones running feature-phone software: calling, SMS, FM radio and music playback are the intended uses. Smartphone applications such as WhatsApp are not supported, which is precisely why many buyers choose them for parents or as a second phone.

Will a 2G phone still work in Pakistan?

Yes. Pakistan's mobile networks continue to operate 2G services, so the 2360 Flip works normally for calls and text messages. It cannot use mobile data in any meaningful way; if you want a feature phone with 4G for future-proofing, the 235 4G is the safer purchase.

Which one is better for an elderly parent?

The 2360 Flip, if the budget allows: the flip design, external screen, SOS button and Family Assist remote management are all aimed at that use. The 235 4G is the better value for everyone else.