Nokia

Founded in 1865 in Tampere, Finland, Nokia Corporation is a multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. Historically, Nokia was the world's largest mobile phone manufacturer from 1998 to 2012, known for producing durable, reliable feature phones and early smartphones. The company's classic devices like the Nokia 3310 became iconic for their build quality and long battery life. After selling its mobile phone business to Microsoft in 2014 (which was later acquired by HMD Global), Nokia now focuses on telecommunications infrastructure, network equipment, and technology licensing. HMD Global, founded in 2016, licenses the Nokia brand and produces Nokia-branded smartphones running Android, including the Nokia X, G, and C series. These modern Nokia smartphones emphasize durability, regular Android updates, and clean software experiences. Nokia's current business includes 5G network infrastructure, cloud and network services, enterprise solutions, and patent licensing. The company is a major supplier of network equipment to telecommunications operators worldwide, providing radio access networks, core networks, and network management solutions. Nokia also develops technologies for the Internet of Things (IoT), smart cities, and industrial automation. The brand maintains its reputation for reliability and quality, now applied to both consumer smartphones through HMD Global and enterprise telecommunications solutions through Nokia Networks.