The Nokia 110 is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 2,100, brand new and sealed. This is the 2G edition released by HMD in 2023, pairing a 1.8-inch colour display with a 1000mAh removable battery, a basic QVGA rear camera, an MP3 player, a wireless FM radio and a microSDHC slot. The Nokia 110 holds two mini-SIM cards in dual standby, weighs 79.6 grams and has a splash-resistant body with a torch. Find it at our first-floor shop in the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or have it delivered and pay on arrival.
Designed for people who spend the day outdoors, the Nokia 110 handles calls, texts, radio and music without asking for a socket every evening. Boda boda riders keep it in a jacket pocket because a cracked touchscreen means lost fares, and this phone has no large glass panel to break. Fundis, delivery riders and farm workers use the camera to photograph a part, a meter reading or a delivery note. Load a memory card with Benga, gospel or Bongo tracks, and the Nokia 110 plays them through its loudspeaker during a long wait at the stage.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya selling unboxed keypad phones of unknown origin, Mascom International supplies the Nokia 110 sealed, receipted and backed by a 12-month warranty. Customers across Nairobi tell us the Nokia 110 is the keypad phone they pick when they want a little more than calls without paying smartphone prices. At Mascom International, we're seeing riders and traders from Kayole to Kawangware buy it as a work phone. Drop by Kimathi Street to try the Nokia 110 in hand, or send us a WhatsApp message and pay when your order arrives.
Common Questions About the Nokia 110
How much does the Nokia 110 cost in Kenya?
The Nokia 110 costs KSh 2,100 brand new and sealed at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. That price includes the handset, a removable 1000mAh battery, a charger and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. You can pay by cash or M-Pesa when the phone is delivered to your door. The Nokia 130 sells at the same KSh 2,100 in this batch, while the Nokia 106 costs KSh 2,000 without the camera.
Nokia 110 or Itel 8010 4G: which should I buy?
The Nokia 110 is a 2G phone at KSh 2,100, while the Itel 8010 is a 4G keypad phone at KSh 1,700, both at Mascom International. The Itel connects to 4G networks and costs KSh 400 less, which matters to buyers who want a keypad phone that can join faster networks. The Nokia 110 brings a rear camera, an MP3 player, a microSDHC slot and a splash-resistant body. Choose the Itel 8010 if you want a 4G keypad phone; choose the Nokia 110 if you want music, snapshots and the Nokia build.
How good is the camera on the Nokia 110?
The Nokia 110 has a basic QVGA rear camera, rated at about 0.1MP, which captures images at 320 x 240 pixels. That is enough to photograph a receipt, a part number or a parcel label for your own reference, but not for photos you would print or post online. There is no front camera. Treat it as a quick visual notebook rather than a family camera. If photos matter to you, a smartphone such as the Itel A100c at KSh 8,300 from Mascom International will serve you far better.
Can I play music on the Nokia 110?
Yes, the Nokia 110 has a built-in MP3 player and a microSDHC slot, so you can load songs onto a memory card and play them through the loudspeaker. The wireless FM radio also tunes into local stations without earphones acting as an antenna. Copy music from a computer to the card with a card reader, then slot it in, and the player lists your tracks. For riders and traders, this turns the Nokia 110 into a pocket radio and music player that runs alongside your calls.
Will the Nokia 110 work on Kenyan networks outside Nairobi?
Yes, the Nokia 110 connects to Safaricom, Airtel Kenya and Telkom on the GSM 900 and 1800 MHz bands used for 2G calls and texts. That means it works in towns such as Kisumu, Eldoret, Meru and Kitale wherever these networks offer 2G coverage. Its two mini-SIM slots run in dual standby, so you can switch between networks depending on which signal is stronger. M-Pesa works through *334# on a Safaricom line, with no data needed.
Is the Nokia 110 a good phone for boda boda riders?
The Nokia 110 suits boda boda riders because it is light, splash-resistant and has no large glass screen to crack when dropped on tarmac. Riders take bookings by call or SMS, receive fares through M-Pesa and use the torch when checking a bike after dark. The removable 1000mAh battery can be replaced instead of the whole phone, and two SIM slots let a rider keep a personal line separate from the booking number. It is not waterproof, so keep it in a zipped pocket during heavy rain on Thika Road or Mombasa Road.
Is the Nokia 110 worth KSh 500 more than the Nokia 105?
The Nokia 110 is worth the extra KSh 500 over the Nokia 105 if you want music, a basic camera and a memory card slot. At Mascom International, the Nokia 105 costs KSh 1,600 and the Nokia 110 costs KSh 2,100. Both share a 1.8-inch display, a 1000mAh battery, dual SIM and an FM radio. The Nokia 105 has no microSD slot and no camera, so it suits pure calling, while the Nokia 110 adds entertainment and quick snapshots.
Who should buy the Nokia 110, and who should skip it?
The Nokia 110 is right for riders, fundis, traders and students who want calls, M-Pesa, radio and music on a durable keypad phone. Skip it if you need WhatsApp, a usable camera, mobile banking apps or 4G data, since this 2G phone cannot provide them. If 4G calling is your priority on a keypad budget, choose the Itel 8010 at KSh 1,700. For apps and video calls, a smartphone like the Itel A90 128GB at KSh 10,300 is the better fit.
Technical Specifications
Display
- 1.8-inch TFT LCD colour display — compact enough for one-handed use and clear for numbers and short texts.
- 120 x 160 pixel resolution — shows menus, contacts and SMS clearly without the power draw of a big screen.
- About 111 pixels per inch — text stays legible at normal viewing distance, including in a moving vehicle.
- 65K colours — the music player, camera viewfinder and menus display in colour.
- TFT stands for thin-film transistor, an affordable LCD technology that keeps power use low on small phones.
Processor and Software
- Lightweight keypad operating system from HMD — built around calls, SMS, music and radio rather than apps.
- No Java support — extra apps cannot be installed, so the phone stays stable and simple to use.
- Built-in MP3 player — plays music files from a memory card through the loudspeaker.
- Preloaded games — a few simple games to pass time between jobs, with no downloads or data bundle needed to play.
- SMS messaging — compose and read texts on the number keys, with an inbox for order confirmations and payment alerts.
Memory and Storage
- microSDHC card slot — add a high-capacity memory card for songs and the photos you take.
- Internal memory stores the phonebook, messages and call records; HMD does not publish its capacity.
- QVGA photos are small files — even a modest memory card holds thousands of snapshots alongside a sizeable music library.
- Call records — see missed, dialled and received calls to return a customer or rider booking quickly.
- SIM contacts carry across — insert your existing SIM and saved numbers show without manual entry.
Camera
- QVGA rear camera, rated at about 0.1MP — captures basic 320 x 240 pixel images, useful as a visual note rather than a keepsake.
- Best used for reference shots — receipts, meter readings, part numbers and parcel labels you want to remember later.
- No front camera — selfies and video calls are not supported on this 2G phone, so it suits work use over social use.
- Photos can be kept on a memory card — copy them to a computer later with a simple card reader.
- Built-in torch on the same handset — helps light up a subject, a dark store or a path at night.
Battery and Charging
- 1000mAh Li-Ion battery — sized for a small display and 2G radio, so daily charging is rarely needed with light calling.
- Removable battery — swap in a fresh cell when the original ages after years of use, instead of buying a new phone.
- MicroUSB 1.1 charging port — compatible with the supplied charger and common microUSB cables and power banks.
- No background apps or Wi-Fi — power goes to calls, texts, radio and music only.
- Charger included in the box — the phone is ready to charge as soon as you open it.
Connectivity
- GSM 900 and 1800 MHz 2G bands — supported by Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom for calls and SMS.
- Dual SIM dual standby — two mini-SIMs stay ready for calls, with one active call at a time.
- GPRS and EDGE — basic 2G data for network services, not suited to WhatsApp or streaming.
- No Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS or NFC — fewer radios means fewer settings and lower power draw.
- Body measures 115.1 x 49.4 x 14.5 mm and weighs 79.6 grams — fits easily in a jacket or shirt pocket.
Package Contents
Your Nokia 110 from Mascom International comes in a sealed Nokia box holding the handset, its removable 1000mAh battery and a charger. Nothing else is needed to start calling, texting and listening to FM radio. A memory card is not included, so pick one up if you plan to store music or photos; Mascom International stocks compatible microSDHC cards. Insert your SIM cards, fit the battery and charge the phone fully before its first day out.
Warranty
The Nokia 110 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. To make a claim, bring the phone and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk on the first floor of the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, and our staff will inspect the fault.
Where to Buy the Nokia 110 in Kenya
Visit Mascom International at the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, to buy the Nokia 110. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and staff will let you test the camera, music player and keypad before you decide. HMD makes it in Charcoal and Cloudy Blue; send a WhatsApp message to confirm which colour we have today.
Get in touch through any of these channels:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order ships pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Same-day delivery covers Nairobi and its environs, and riders and traders in Thika, Kisumu, Eldoret, Kitale and other major towns get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Each unit carries the 12-month warranty set out above. You get accurate specifications, fair pricing and real after-sales support from a shop you can walk into.
